February 2010
Positive Visions – Part 6 – Tangible Realities
February 27, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
We may have positive visions of how we’d like our homes to be however unless we get up and do something our dreams will remain dreams! Turning your positive visions into tangible realities doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. All most people need it a little nudge in the right direction!
But what is the [...]
Positive Visions – Part 5 – Increasing The ‘Wow’ Factor
February 26, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
We all dream of having designer homes, or do we? Stereotypical assumptions are made and bandied about that most people would love the chance to have their home given a make-over by the top interior designers and whilst this may be true for some, others would shudder at the mere thought of letting someone getting [...]
Positive Visions – Part 4 – Future Needs Of Mankind
February 25, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
As we have seen since the interior design trends for 2010 focus heavily on the beauty inspired by nature and earth’s natural elements. This provides us with a palette of brilliant natural colours derived from nature. Textured surfaces also focused upon with light and feathery fabrics being used in conjunction with scoured surfaces, with materials [...]
Positive Visions – Part 3 – Optimism
February 24, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
Before you can begin to create an interior design style you have to know the definition of optimism, which is having a positive attitude. Of looking for what’s possible and how to make it happen which the hallmark of great interior design and probably more so for those who live in smaller houses, apartments or [...]
Positive Visions – Part 2 – Sartorial
February 23, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
To achieve this interior design style you’ll need a sharp and modern colour palette. This style is fundamentally based on the heritage of learnt interior design skills and the use of outstanding materials which include new techniques and technology. Luxury becomes progressive as the style unfolds.
Craftsmanship of the past is treasured, adding intricate and elaborate [...]
Positive Visions – Part 1 – Illusion
February 22, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
This year positive visions are a key essential in creating stunning interiors. Make the most of modern lighting techniques which illuminate and accentuate pattern and the colour of textiles. Colours are being light enhanced with shades being absorbed and filtered providing a constant change if patterns as natural daylight turns to the artificial lights of [...]
Global Influences – Part 7 – Quintessentially English
February 21, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
Throughout this mini series we have looked at the different global influences from around. the world. The common denominator with them all is the use of earthy colours and colours inspired by natural flora and fauna from particular countries and creating a quintessentially English interiors remains true to these factors.
English country cottages are themed around [...]
Global Influences – Part 6 – Under Tuscan Skies
February 20, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
To create a Tuscan inspired interior you will need to think along the lines of beautiful blue skies, fields of sunflowers, dark green Cyprus trees, olive green, lavender and rust reds of the colour of the earth in this part of Italy. Don’t forget the wonderful wines from the region which offer beautiful deep reds!
Décor [...]
Global Influences – Part 5 – African Tribal
February 19, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
As we all know Africa is a huge continent so the first decision you’ll have to make is what region are you going to focus on? To make life easier this post is going to be generic just to give a flavour of the generalities which can be applied to achieve a stunning interior design [...]
Global Influences – Part 4 – Parisian Chic
February 18, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
Paris is renowned for its own distinctive design flair and chic styling which is not only associated with clothing fashion but also within the world of interior design.
So what do Parisian Chic interiors have which makes them stand out from other interiors? Of course this depends on whether the home is old or new, for [...]
