Cosy, Winter Interior Design Ideas 7: Using Tactile Fabrics
October 30, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
Every winter we see an influx of faux fur, animal skins and tactile fabrics creeping into interior designer’s mood-boards and this year is no exception. With many different styles and designs to choose from you gone are the days where real animal skins were laid onto floors as ’show-offs’ from hunting expeditions – it’s a [...]
Cosy, Winter Interior Design Ideas 4: Be Bright & Bold
October 27, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
You don’t have to get the winter blues of you embrace another of this season’s interior design trends and go bright and bold with your colour scheme to cheer you and your living space up! Although the economy may be a little gloomy the future is bright when it comes to interior design.
With the fabulous [...]
Cosy, Winter Interior Design Ideas 2: Check Mate
October 25, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
Carrying on from yesterday’s post ‘ Pile on the Plaid‘ we take a look at using checks rather than tartans and plaids. There are a number of options open if you wish to use checks, including a typical country cottage look to a more refined and elegant interior design style.
Gingham fabrics are those which are [...]
Cosy, Winter Interior Design Ideas 1: Pile on the Plaid
October 24, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
This winter’s interior design styles are all about mixing colours with natural materials and fabrics to make your home feel cosy and warm. Today we’re going to take a look at using tartans and plaids in all styles of homes.
Use plaids and tartan fabrics for upholstery and window dressing, if you use tartans which have [...]
Timeless Interior Design Themes 7: Gothic
October 23, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
If you want to create an authentic looking Gothic inspired home you’ll have to go back to the 12th century, where this stunning interior style has its roots. Be careful, if you don’t get the look right it can turn out to be an oppressive and depressing interior rather than one which is relaxing and [...]
Timeless Interior Design Themes 6: Swedish
October 22, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
If you’re looking for a light, airy and elegant interior design theme for your home than Swedish inspiration may just be what you’re looking for. This popular style can be traditional or contemporary which offers a refreshing atmosphere and look to your home.
Shapes:
Neoclassical shapes are at the forefront of traditional Swedish interiors, while modular furniture [...]
Timeless Interior Design Themes 5: Rustic
October 21, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
The key to this interior design style is the choice of materials and textures. Include tactile wood, wicker weaving, iron, stone, slate, ceramics and other natural or earthy materials which all work well together to give fabulous visual texture. Pine is one of the key elements making this style ideal for those who love stripped [...]
Timeless Interior Design Themes 3: Classical
October 19, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
Classical interior design leans towards the Greek and Roman empires of order, balance and symmetry. The key aspect to classical interiors is a focal point, typically a fireplace in the living room, which has matching light sconces either side along with an ornate gilded mirror over the fireplace. Think along the lines of symmetry and [...]
Timeless Interior Design Themes 1: Traditional
October 17, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
This week we’re going to take a look at 7 of the most popular interior design styles. The first is traditional where roots are firmly in the past but the style and comfort of modern living is embraced.
Shapes:
Gentle curves are typical of traditional design styles. Furniture has graceful curved legs and are typically in rich [...]
Add a Touch of Sparkle to your Kitchen
October 15, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
In this, our penultimate post on adding a touch of sparkle to your home, we take a look at kitchens and suggest ways you can turn a dull and boringly bland kitchen into a functional and practical kitchen with a touch of design flair and sparkle! Mixing dark with light will add a sparkle to [...]
