The interior design and decorating industry has well and truly come into vogue in the past 10 years. It is great to see that beautiful interior design and decoration is no longer limited to the wealthy and has become far more affordable and accessible to the average homeowner. In ancient times, precious materials and crafts […]
Metal is back and you can mix it up. No more worries about having to stick with all silver once you make a decision and then see a gold mirror you love. Just go for it. Get out Grandmas old wedding silverware or buy some at your local thrift shop to add that sense of […]
It was everywhere last year and expect to see a great deal more of it in 2014. Perhaps this is the culmination of all the blues and greens we’ve been seeing in the past couple of years, but it has shown up in upholstery, wall coverings, and on a range of furniture. And we’re talking deep and saturated, not […]
More than ever this year there is a trend towards people creating spaces that are bespoke and true to their tastes and personal style – which is a lovely thing! It’s becoming much more fashionable to throw caution to the wind and step aside from the often confining labels that come with many style, whether […]
Society is changing and its “movements” have collateral effects on all aspects of life as we know it. In developed countries, men are known to spend a lot more time at home than in the past, helping out with children and housework, as a result of the proclaimed men-women equality. In 2013, interior design will […]
Desire for self expression is more and more obvious in the houses of people everywhere. We want to have furniture and decorations that mean something, that make us smile and that ultimately make the place feel like home. Re-purposing various objects and materials is now both a passion and a form of art. DIY projects […]
Hand sketching and wall writing will be more and more popular this year, as graphic artists will start collaborating with interior designers in creating original wall imprints. Imagine your favourite message elegantly written in the hallway or various letters adorning the ceiling.
From mobile plant panels to framed plant screens with lighting effects, this idea can bring a fresh touch to any apartment or public space. This approach is not only healthy, but also original and elegant. The advantages of having such a green wall? Air cleaning, humidification, evaporation of the air and appreciations from visitors.