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Thursday, April 28, 2011
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Strangest bedrooms
Strangest 5 bedrooms in the world
Carved in the rock
Design inspired by the Pearl Marine
A water fountain in the pond
Traditional design and simplicity of nature is infinite
Inside the Cave
To copy the natural size images - From the link
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Thursday, May 6, 2010
The Art Of Illusion – Part 2 – Eye Tricks!
The art of illusion is all about tricking the eye and therefore the mind into believing that an item or object is in the place it is expected to be, when it reality it’s not!There are many different ways that you can trick your eyes into seeing what’s not really there within interior design. A great example which has been used for hundreds of years is wall murals. Artists where requested to paint vistas and scenes on walls to transport the inhabitants into far away places which usually depicted a better way of life or life style.
This conception is still used and has seen a revival in modern interiors where wall art or self-adhesive stickers are used on plain painted walls to add focal points and of course a new way to bring interest into a room.
As many homes are small the art of illusion has once again an important part of interior design. Modern designers have provided rooms which have the appearance of, for example a table or sofa which is painted onto a wall to maximise space, as the only reality is the chairs or seating which is need for its functionality.
Another good example is painting headboards onto walls rather than having the real thing! This great concept is ideal in rooms which are lacking space as well as being one of the latest in-trend ways to decorate a bedroom.
This idea can also be a great money saver, not only because many headboards are expensive, but also because the mural or painted wall can be changed as frequently as you care to re-paint! Which is the ideal decorating solution in teenager’s bedrooms, as they can swap and change to keep up with the latest colour and design trends. If you opt for cheap bedding this can also be changed as frequently!
With the abundance of great quality duvet sets available you could change the entire look of a bedroom in a weekend! Cheap roller blinds make the ideal accompanying window dressing as they too are available in a wide range of colours, fabrics and patterns.
As this year’s main interior design theme is to look for best value for money these ideas fit very neatly into the design trends boxes and certainly tick all the right boxes when it comes to value for money. This does not mean to say that luxury bedding is not offering great value for money, far from it! All it does mean is that having designer styles in bedrooms is available to all of us, just that those who are savvy shoppers will be able to have luxury without having to spend a fortune!
Putting The Emphasis On Comfort – Part 6 – Guest Rooms
With guest rooms it is a good idea to keep them warm and inviting yet still neutral. Earthy tones with brighter reds and yellows look very nice. Furniture wise using a futon makes the room multifunctional. So that when you’re not having guests stay over the room can still be used as an office or spare room.
A futon or fold out bed can still look stylish with throws and pillows for decoration. Bedding sets usually come with additional covers for pillows so you can use these and keep with the theme of the room when it’s not in use for guests.
Accessories should be kept to a minimum so as to gives your guests plenty of room for their own possessions or just so that they can make the room feel like theirs. Accessories that also have a function are a good idea such as lamps and storage.
Vases are good decorations and you can put flowers in them when guests come to stay to make it look more inviting. Wall art should go with the colour scheme. Wall art prints look great on the wall and can make the room seem more homely.
Curtains with tribal print on will look good with an earthy colour scheme. Especially on canvas tab top curtains. Flowing, fluid materials look great on a Swish curtain track. Curtains can be the starting point for designing a room. For example if they have a particular print on you can use the colours in it to help you design the rest of the room.
Rugs and carpets make a room look inviting and also inject some pattern into the room without being over bearing. Soft feel rugs are best in bedrooms and guest rooms and can help stop noise from other areas of the house.
A decorative chair at the end of the bed or in the corner of the room can be a nice touch and can be used for guests to put clothes on or relax in. These can be really ornate and beautiful and you can even match the upholstery with the curtains or bedding.
Candles make a room feel inviting, a few placed on the tops of chest of draws look stylish. Alternatively you can use oil burners or if you want something a bit different you can use floating candles in a decorative bowl of water. If the bowl is coloured and clear, the lit candles will shine through and create colours and patterns on the walls. They can really create a welcoming atmosphere for your guests!
A futon or fold out bed can still look stylish with throws and pillows for decoration. Bedding sets usually come with additional covers for pillows so you can use these and keep with the theme of the room when it’s not in use for guests.
Accessories should be kept to a minimum so as to gives your guests plenty of room for their own possessions or just so that they can make the room feel like theirs. Accessories that also have a function are a good idea such as lamps and storage.
Vases are good decorations and you can put flowers in them when guests come to stay to make it look more inviting. Wall art should go with the colour scheme. Wall art prints look great on the wall and can make the room seem more homely.
Curtains with tribal print on will look good with an earthy colour scheme. Especially on canvas tab top curtains. Flowing, fluid materials look great on a Swish curtain track. Curtains can be the starting point for designing a room. For example if they have a particular print on you can use the colours in it to help you design the rest of the room.
Rugs and carpets make a room look inviting and also inject some pattern into the room without being over bearing. Soft feel rugs are best in bedrooms and guest rooms and can help stop noise from other areas of the house.
A decorative chair at the end of the bed or in the corner of the room can be a nice touch and can be used for guests to put clothes on or relax in. These can be really ornate and beautiful and you can even match the upholstery with the curtains or bedding.
Candles make a room feel inviting, a few placed on the tops of chest of draws look stylish. Alternatively you can use oil burners or if you want something a bit different you can use floating candles in a decorative bowl of water. If the bowl is coloured and clear, the lit candles will shine through and create colours and patterns on the walls. They can really create a welcoming atmosphere for your guests!
Putting The Emphasis On Comfort – Part 3- Master Bedrooms
Pattern works best in the bedroom but don’t overdo it. Too much pattern can leave the room with no focal point and make the room look disjointed. Patterned wallpaper works best when just one wall is covered especially with really bold patterns. Black and white works well in the bedroom and can give the room a contemporary feel with clean lines. Square furniture looks very chic in black and white. Blinds are great for this look as they keep to the square simplicity.Not only are Blackout roller blinds perfect in a modern contemporary bedroom because of their bold rich colours and simplicity but they are also great because they can block out any light from outside that might keep you up at night. There are also thermal blackout roller blinds that are great in the winter to keep your bedroom warm and cosy.
Neutral colours with a splash of pastel colour can look very effective. Balance them out with soft patterns throughout. Bedding sets that come with throws and additional pillowcases look great and keep the theme of the room together on the bed. Often you can also buy matching curtains, which is even better as you don’t have to worry about mixing and matching different colours or patterns. Julian Charles bedding has a variety of luxury bedding sets to choose from in a range of styles and colours to fit any theme.
Bedside tables are a must, not only are they extremely useful but they can also make the bedroom look more homely. They don’t have to look too traditional they can be any size or shape you like. They also don’t have to have draws. A lamp sitting on top can be a great accessory and is also useful, the style will depend on the style of the room, but it should compliment it. Some may prefer a swing lamp attached above the bed rather than a more conventional bedside table.
Headboards can be upholstered in any fabric you want. They can even be embroidered or have details such as buttons. Similarly they don’t have to be upholstered you can also have a wooden headboard which you can either leave as it is or paint to match your décor. Square and angular shapes are in at the moment over oval shapes, although whichever you chose make sure to keep to clean and simple lines. The wall behind the bed should compliment it and not over power it.
Eco- Awareness – Quality And Durability
One of the biggest interior design trends for 2010 is about getting value for money by using high quality products which are durable as well as practical. Some may say that is trend is a knee jerk reaction to the recession, as many people are having to tighten their belts and keep a close eye on their spending.
However, for many interior designers offering value for money has always been high on their priority list, otherwise they would quite simply go out of business! The trend is more about opting for materials and fabrics which are renowned for their longevity such as cotton, linen and some man made fabrics which includes polyester cotton blends.
Polyester cotton blends may not be totally natural products however, when it comes down to convenience, along with easy laundering and drying one could argue that they are more eco-friendly in a home than using 100% cotton which takes much longer to dry (in a dryer) and also requires ironing which again is using extra electricity!
Whichever stance you take at the end of the day everyone wants good value for money and whilst the old adage ‘you get what you pay for’ may be true the recession has also brought some very good deals to consumers, add the further bargains which can be found in the January sales are you really can find exceptional value for money!
There are some wonderful bedding sets which are ticking all the right boxes for this years design trends। Julian Charles bedding offers a luxury bedding sets which also have coordinating ready made curtains, so if you are looking for designer labels without the designer price tag you can snap up a real bargain! The bedding sets are made from high quality fabrics which offer durability as well as chic styling to your bedrooms.
However, for many interior designers offering value for money has always been high on their priority list, otherwise they would quite simply go out of business! The trend is more about opting for materials and fabrics which are renowned for their longevity such as cotton, linen and some man made fabrics which includes polyester cotton blends.
Polyester cotton blends may not be totally natural products however, when it comes down to convenience, along with easy laundering and drying one could argue that they are more eco-friendly in a home than using 100% cotton which takes much longer to dry (in a dryer) and also requires ironing which again is using extra electricity!
Whichever stance you take at the end of the day everyone wants good value for money and whilst the old adage ‘you get what you pay for’ may be true the recession has also brought some very good deals to consumers, add the further bargains which can be found in the January sales are you really can find exceptional value for money!
There are some wonderful bedding sets which are ticking all the right boxes for this years design trends। Julian Charles bedding offers a luxury bedding sets which also have coordinating ready made curtains, so if you are looking for designer labels without the designer price tag you can snap up a real bargain! The bedding sets are made from high quality fabrics which offer durability as well as chic styling to your bedrooms. One of the great advantages of designer bedding is the quality of the materials the designers select for their ranges. The last thing they want to do is ruin their reputations and therefore you can rest assured that you will be getting good value for your money, more especially when the prices are genuinely discounted!
Other good investments are cheap roller blinds and cheap Venetian blinds. Either of the styles of blinds can be used on their own, or in conjunction with curtains and are a cost effective way to dress your windows for less!
Other good investments are cheap roller blinds and cheap Venetian blinds. Either of the styles of blinds can be used on their own, or in conjunction with curtains and are a cost effective way to dress your windows for less!
Eco-Awareness: Up-Cycling And Recycling Remain In-Trend Throughout 2010
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, there are many more who need to continue type in their purse strings.
It’s all well and good asking people to recycle however, it’s a different kettle of fish so to speak when talking about actually turning something old into something new! The great thing is there is a wide range of haberdashery bits and pieces which can make life much easier.
If you’re thinking of transforming existing curtains to use in another room buckram is a cheap and easy way to alter the style of curtain headings. Buckram is basically used to create stylish goblet or pinch pleat headings, as it’s fusible there is no actual sewing involved making this an effective and simple to use item!
Another way you could up cycle a curtain pole is simply by painting it a different colour! This is obviously far easier carried out on wooden curtain poles rather than metal. Alternatively if you still prefer the look of natural wood you could change the colour simply by buying new, especially as there are so many bargains in the January sales!
You could also give consideration to making your own soft furnishings by buying curtain material online which can be a fraction of the cost of buying ready-made curtains, or other soft furnishings such as footstools, cushions or beanbags।
If you have never attempted making anything yourself there are a whole host of guides and instructions available on the Internet to inspire you! Look for sites or blogs which focus on interior design and you will be amazed at the intuitive and inspirational ideas which abound.
It’s probably easier to start with a small project which can easily be accomplished rather than embark on an over ambitious makeover which may end up a disaster! The revival of arts and crafts all good starting point, you could make patchwork cushions or bed covers using a variety of fabrics from old clothing, a mixture of textures is ideal for trendy look and there is no need to make overcomplicated patterns and designs to begin with. Once the bug has bitten you, or not as the case may be, you can then extend your ambitions and your new found hobby throughout your home!
It’s all well and good asking people to recycle however, it’s a different kettle of fish so to speak when talking about actually turning something old into something new! The great thing is there is a wide range of haberdashery bits and pieces which can make life much easier.
If you’re thinking of transforming existing curtains to use in another room buckram is a cheap and easy way to alter the style of curtain headings. Buckram is basically used to create stylish goblet or pinch pleat headings, as it’s fusible there is no actual sewing involved making this an effective and simple to use item!
Another way you could up cycle a curtain pole is simply by painting it a different colour! This is obviously far easier carried out on wooden curtain poles rather than metal. Alternatively if you still prefer the look of natural wood you could change the colour simply by buying new, especially as there are so many bargains in the January sales!
You could also give consideration to making your own soft furnishings by buying curtain material online which can be a fraction of the cost of buying ready-made curtains, or other soft furnishings such as footstools, cushions or beanbags।
If you have never attempted making anything yourself there are a whole host of guides and instructions available on the Internet to inspire you! Look for sites or blogs which focus on interior design and you will be amazed at the intuitive and inspirational ideas which abound.It’s probably easier to start with a small project which can easily be accomplished rather than embark on an over ambitious makeover which may end up a disaster! The revival of arts and crafts all good starting point, you could make patchwork cushions or bed covers using a variety of fabrics from old clothing, a mixture of textures is ideal for trendy look and there is no need to make overcomplicated patterns and designs to begin with. Once the bug has bitten you, or not as the case may be, you can then extend your ambitions and your new found hobby throughout your home!
Make 2010 A year For Change – In The Bedroom
January 3, 2010 by Helen Green · Leave a Comment
This year use the latest design trends in bedrooms to bring a new lease of life and a fresh look to your home. 2010 is all about creating havens of peace and relaxation at the end of the day.
Bright, bold colours can easily be achieved by way of bedding, duvet sets and at your windows. If you’re looking for a soft, gentle feminine touch use pastel and sherbet colours Such as candy pinks and soft blues teamed with ivory or cream. Floral fabrics can be used to create a unique vintage charm and this year’s mix and match works wonderfully well to create an eclectic look.
‘Boutique Hotel’ is a new style trends 2010. Super chic styling with the statement headboards are in- vogue, the bigger and more flamboyant the headboard the better! Add an air of sophistication and elegance by using dove grey coordinated with a splash of yellow or lime. 2010 is also about texture and luxurious fabrics in the bedroom such as, crushed velvet, silk, organza along with detailing on boudoir style cushions, luxury bedding and on window treatments.
To bring the 2010 and design trend of eco-friendly materials into the bedroom, beds are seen as a real statement and obviously the focal point within the room। Opt for a new bed which will provide lasting comfort as well as being made from eco-friendly materials. Ethical issues are also at the foremost of 2010 interior designs, bed linen made from bamboo is now available and although sounds rather bizarre is claimed to be softer and more durable than 100% cotton!
This year use the latest design trends in bedrooms to bring a new lease of life and a fresh look to your home. 2010 is all about creating havens of peace and relaxation at the end of the day.
Bright, bold colours can easily be achieved by way of bedding, duvet sets and at your windows. If you’re looking for a soft, gentle feminine touch use pastel and sherbet colours Such as candy pinks and soft blues teamed with ivory or cream. Floral fabrics can be used to create a unique vintage charm and this year’s mix and match works wonderfully well to create an eclectic look.
‘Boutique Hotel’ is a new style trends 2010. Super chic styling with the statement headboards are in- vogue, the bigger and more flamboyant the headboard the better! Add an air of sophistication and elegance by using dove grey coordinated with a splash of yellow or lime. 2010 is also about texture and luxurious fabrics in the bedroom such as, crushed velvet, silk, organza along with detailing on boudoir style cushions, luxury bedding and on window treatments.
To bring the 2010 and design trend of eco-friendly materials into the bedroom, beds are seen as a real statement and obviously the focal point within the room। Opt for a new bed which will provide lasting comfort as well as being made from eco-friendly materials. Ethical issues are also at the foremost of 2010 interior designs, bed linen made from bamboo is now available and although sounds rather bizarre is claimed to be softer and more durable than 100% cotton!
Woods plays an important part for those who wish to continue the 2009 trend of going green. Four poster style beds had been bought right up to date in 2010 by using natural materials, curtains and fabrics made from natural linens and 100% cotton. If you prefer plain walls and neutral tones these work well as a backdrop for a statement bed.As 2010 trends focus on creature comforts, blackout roller blinds teamed with full-length lined voile curtains provide you with both elegant styling and the opportunity for a good nights sleep by reducing the amount ऑफ़ light within the bedroom.
Coordinated bedrooms also remain in-trend this year, with walls, curtains and bedding all having the same tones and hues to create elegance and refinement. The colours you choose can be based on soft and gentle tones for feminine touch or statements colours for a more contemporary feel.
Out With The Old And In With The New
This cliché is used at the start of every new year! As we say goodbye to the ‘noughties’ and enter a new decade the world of interior design is as innovative and inspirational as ever!There are some 2009 interior design trends which many be be glad to see the back of and the emphasis for 2010 is to create homes which reflect the times and people’s budgets whilst embracing the current and emerging trends in a realistic manner.
Look out for these 2010 design trends in magazines, interior design blogs and in both the high street and online retailers, before you start planning redecoration and home improvements.
If you want to create a vintage style you should be looking at distressed leather sofas, such as Chesterfields, combined with bright floral curtains and duvet sets, add finishing touches such as antique lamps and antique brass curtain poles will bring the Vintage look together. The floral fabrics are ideal for coordinating with either a plain or colourful backdrop for a real eclectic look.If bright colours aren’t your style then opt for sugar pastel shades and add feminine touches such as collections of ceramic trinket or pill boxes. Add further feminine touches by way of bird and butterfly motifs, sheer voile curtains used in conjunction with contrasting cheap roller blinds and decorative pieces to bring a charming fairytale look.In 2010 colour is the key factor in achieving stunning interiors, get rid of dull tones and embrace colour head on with graphite greys teamed with zesty lime or lemon, purple and lilacs teamed with yellow for a totally fresh and invigorating look.Rich earthy tones are also forecast to big this year, with interiors reflecting all things natural, using eco-friendly materials and products. Sofas are also brightly coloured, think along the lines of red, green or yellow and pile them high with neutral cushions which have fine detailing and different textures. Use these earthy tones for rugs laid onto stripped natural floorboards, to bring the style together and provide a sense of balance and cohesion to your rooms.As the recession continues interior designs are focusing on value for money, durability and versatility. Mix and match is back in a big way with the trend seen in 2009 for using old sitting next to new remaining in-vogue in 2010.This years designs focus on comfort using a variety of materials and fabrics in every room within your home. Some exciting design trends are already making their presence felt as people begin the new year with a new found hope and determination.
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