Brass, copper and gold are having a moment. Flick through any interior design magazine and you'll spot metallic home accessories on every other page. From the warm radiance of copper lampshades to the sophisticated charm of decorative brass candelabras, to the bohemian styled hammered gold pots and vases that are everywhere right now. Long considered ‘old fashioned’ and ‘outdated’, brass, copper and gold are now overtaking chrome and stainless steel as the ;must-have metals' in the home. It's out with “cold, minimal and clinical” home styling, as the more eclectic, bohemian traveller and industrial chic-style themes grow in popularity. Soft shades of brass, burnished gold tones and artisanally-hammered bronze pieces are making a comeback. US designer Kelly Wearstler has ... [Read More]
Mood Board Monday: Bold & bright
I'm craving big, bold, bright splashes of colour and contrasting, clashing hints of neon at the moment. I don't know whether I've been influenced by the onset of spring and the fact the summer is now on the horizon? Or perhaps I've just been reading too many interior design blogs and magazines, these hues are everywhere at the moment. Here's what's on my mood board right now: From left, clockwise: Neon bottle - These bottles come in a rainbow of bold and bright neon ombre colours - perfect for pepping up your dining room table. I love the pink, blue and mint. These are a must for summer BBQs and parties. £6 each from OliverBonas.com Colourful cushion - This brightly coloured cushion from Kangan Arora will add a little life to an ... [Read More]
Coffee table restyling
Four years ago, I moved in with my boyfriend. His family were very kind to give us a beautiful glass-topped coffee table for our living room. Although we've moved house three times since then (yes, really!) I’ve always topped it with the same five objects. Two large books about scarf prints, which I won in a competition, two hand-me-down plates that sort of coordinate with the room’s colour scheme and a dish containing potpourri and pine cones. It's not very inspiring, is it? I looked at my coffee table the other day and realised that I like NOTHING on it, especially as my tastes have changed over the last few years (with my new found love of eclectic style). The books and plates were fine to fill the space, but they’re not items I love or that bring me joy (yes, I’ve been ... [Read More]
DIY Statement Walls – Ideas To Try!
Do you have a bland, boring room that needs a makeover? Want to freshen up a wall without radically redecorating? If so, consider creating an eye-catching statement wall with one of the following DIY tutorials: Statement walls are a great for rejuvenating a room quickly with minimal cost. From washi tape to potato prints; DIY stamps to patterend paint rollers, we've got plenty of inspiration to get you started - 1) Polka Dot Potato Print Can you believe it took a bag of potatoes and a few tubes of brightly coloured acrylic paint to create this fun statement wall ? When I saw this polka dot wall on Oh Happy Day, I just knew I had to share. The potato is dipped into the coloured paint and stamped on the wall (on a pre-drawn grid). When I saw the finished wall, my mind ... [Read More]
Friday Five: Funky chairs for your living room
Funky chairs are a great way to liven up an otherwise boring, empty corner of a living room. Choose an eye-catching design for this functional piece of furniture to make a statement. A bright, vibrant coloured chair will add a splash of colour, while stylish, well-designed designer pieces become a talking point (as well as a place to sit, of course.) Here are five of our favourite funky chairs: 1) Naoko Armchairs - Habitat. Naoko Kanehira’s "Naoko" armchairs from Habitat look funky, but they’re also beautifully designed - you’re essentially sitting on a stack of soft cushions with legs attached. Bliss! Although quirky, the Naoko’s design isn’t too outlandish - but it still makes a statement. Unlike some contemporary style chairs that can ... [Read More]
Mood Board Monday: Teal Home Decor
Teal is a versatile colour that works in a number of palettes, it is bold, fun and never fails to look stylish. Plus, it works very well with contrasting colours and decorative patterns - for these reasons, the colour is often used in eclectic-style homes. Are you redecorating your room? Read our guide to teal home decor & find out more about using this colour in your next design project. There are plenty of ideas and tips below: Six ways to use teal in your home decor: From top, left to right: Jewel Colours: Teal works wonderfully well with deep, rich jewel tones, such as emerald green, amethyst purple, ruby red, topaz yellow, sapphire blue and sapphire pink. Pairing these colours together results in a lavish, opulent effect. ... [Read More]
