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 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 3 – Aboriginal Earthy Colours
February 17, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
The indigenous peoples of Australia use earth colours for the fabulous paintings andart work. With global influences being high on this year’s interior design trends earth colour and bold geometric shapes will be a functional part of this year’s interiors.
Vibrant and yet muted shades such as amber gold, tomato red and oceanic blue will accompany [...]
Global Influences – Part 2 – Moroccan Bazaars
February 16, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
Interior design is strongly influenced by Moroccan décor. Vivid blues, tropical greens and rustic oranges are combined with earthy, spicy colours. One of this year’s hot trends is metallic finishes which fits in beautifully with Moroccan inspired interiors.
Eclectic mixes of colours abound in Moroccan interiors, they are not shy about bringing a wealth of colours [...]
The Art Of Illusion – Part 1 – Maximising Your Space
January 23, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
The art of illusion is principally to make spaces appear larger than they actually are. One of the easiest methods of achieving this is to stick rigidly to the ‘no clutter’ rule!
It is surprising how claustrophobic living spaces can become when they are full of clutter! A simple tidy up job can make all the [...]
Eco-Awareness: Up-Cycling And Recycling Remain In-Trend Throughout 2010
January 9, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
The term up cycling became popular last year as people took on board the need to turn old and everyday objects into soft furnishings at their home. The trend in 2010 remains the same, and whilst many people are seeing the end of the recession rather like the light at the end of the tunnel, [...]
