Black and white is a very celebrated contemporary design trend. Black and White is classic and classy!
A Black and White design can also be called a Yin and Yang Design. Yin & Yang are these two opposite natural forces such as day and night, hot and cold, sun and a moon which both need to exist… In the [...]
If you like color, you will LOVE Toronto decorator Holly Dymant.
She has a fabulous eye for design and is widely acclaimed for her fearless use of color.
From yellow walls in the living room, purple velvet headboard, orange painted staircases to electric wall paper color of sky in the powder-room . Her designs really liven [...]
Bamboo style chairs – Designer Jonathan Adler
Bamboo-look furniture, accents, and chandeliers have been popular for more than two centuries of interior design. Whether used in a zen-like spare and modern home or a Hampton’s style beach house, bamboo-look pieces can look great in a variety of homes. I’ve found some great real bamboo or bamboo-style [...]
The Chinese believe that the turtle has the secret of heaven and of earth within its body because its back symbolizes Heaven and that its underside represents Earth. They love turtles and it is a great Feng Shui symbol of prosperity.
The turtle is also associated with longevity and wisdom. Incredibly, sea turtles have existed on [...]
Did you know Mohair was done from the long silky hair of the Angora goat?
The Angora goat is thought to originate from the mountains of Tibet, making their way to Turkey in the 16th century. Of course, Mohair is shorn from the goat without harming the animal.
Here is a good looking Angora goat! The Winner of [...]
Make your hotel or vacation stay wonderful with these Easy tips!
You may have heard of using FENG SHUI to design a home, but did you know its principles can also be used to promote a positive flow of energy during your vacation or business trip?
FENG SHUI IS AN ANCIENT CHINESE ART USED TO CREATE ABUNDANCE, HEALTH, HAPPINESS, [...]
“When Kathy met Rally” , Katherine Rally Textiles was born… is a fairy tale story just out of the design world!!!
Rally is an architect originally from Nashville and Kathy is an interior designer born and raised in the desert of Arizona.
This lovely couple and their two little children are the creators of Katherine Rally Textiles.
They [...]
Used to transport grain, coffee, potatoes and other dry goods, these humble bags have inspired high-style accessories. You can buy them or DIY from recycled bags to bring a well-traveled rusticity to your decor.
Burlap is now being used in home furnishings. Known more for it’s durability, burlap has traditionally been used in the home for area [...]
This amazing glass chandelier is made with brushed brass finish, 3 globes with gold foil, 3 globes with gold murrine, and 3 globes clear.
The talented Lindsey Adelman’s chandelier is featured in the movie Sex & the City 2.
I can’t wait to see the new movie and the new Carrie Bradshow’s bedroom!!!
Look at this tall, dramatic chandelier [...]
A trunk, also known as a travelling chest, is a large cuboid container for holding clothes and other personal belongings. In the past, they were most commonly used for extended periods away from home, such as for boarding school, or long trips abroad. Most trunks are now used as either furniture such as coffee-tables or decorative storage for [...]
During summer, hours are longer and we tend to lounge around a bit longer with a book, on the phone, talking with friends, napping or just relaxing…
Have you thought about the best spot to lounge around in your home? if you don’t have a favorite place yet, here are some great design lounge spaces for [...]
I have noticed that more and more designers use green fabrics or green leather for their chairs designs.
Green is a fun color there are so many shades and it can be paired with white, blue, yellow, red…
Check out the many combinations below…
A little bit of old world with this apple green and white dining chairs.
So [...]
Love this staircases look! The colorful world maps nicely framed are just a step away from discovering new countries and horizons…
Properly framed, lit, and displayed antique maps can be a part of almost any successful design scheme. World Globes are always a great addition to infuse a sense of world travel experience and culture to any interior.
Here [...]
Love this small mosaic tiles! This Bathroom Design reminds me of a chic Moroccan style bathroom of a fabulous hotel resort.
With the arrival of spring, it is time to use light, sunny, happy colors for your home for more enjoyment of the warm season. Yellow stripes help achieve a really happy design look. You can use [...]
Capiz shells and mother of pearl shells are one of the most popular sea shell component and specimen and natural material that is used for home decor because they are beautiful and elegant.
Capiz shells are carefully processed to make beautiful Capiz mother of pearl tiles and wall panels and all kinds of natural wall covering.
Capiz [...]
What is a coral?
A coral is a rocklike deposit consisting of the calcareous skeletons secreted by various anthozoans. Coral deposits often accumulate to form reefs or islands in warm seas.
They can come in red-orange, pinkish, or white colors with a variety of shades and are used a lot to make jewelry and ornaments.
Adopting the [...]
“Country interior design style is very welcoming and comfortable.”
Country interior design is all about lived-in comfort. The emphasis is on natural materials, handcrafted features and time-worn charm. I find it very cozy.
Your color palette can vary widely, but country decorating gets inspiration from the surrounding landscape. That’s why you often will see color schemes centered [...]
Polka dots is a fun, cheerful and flirtatious pattern. Polka dots have been around for ages but the actual term was born in England in the late 19th century when the polka music was gaining popularity. And even though there was no actual connection between the dance and the pattern, the name “polka” stuck around. [...]
Discover the beauty of tufted furniture!
Tufted headboard in blue silk – via The Paris Apartment
Silk Tufted wall at the DIFFA show designed by Preston Lee
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Colour Chart: Reinventing Colour, 1950 to Today, Tate Liverpool, Liverpool, May 29 – September 13 2009
Beautiful white and navy zig zag rug and decor by Jonathan Adler.
Love this room all together from the Madeline Weinrib zig zag rug..to the Suzani inspired bench fabric from “Dzhambul” from Brunschwig & Fils. (Home ofKrista Ewart featured in Domino, June/July ‘07)
Jamie [...]
“Creating a romantic bedroom look with a canopy bed!”
A canopy bed is a decorative bed somewhat similar to a four-poster bed. A typical canopy bed usually features posts at each of the four corners extending four feet high or more above the mattress. Ornate or decorative fabric is often draped across the upper space between [...]
Ikats have been around for several centuries. It is rare when something that was developed so long ago becomes so popular in modern times. The word “ikat” means “to tie” or “to bind”. This describes the process and also the fabric itself.
Even though, many of today’s Ikats may not be “true” in the sense of [...]
Paisley or Paisley pattern is a droplet-shaped vegetable motif of Indian and Persian origin, similar to half of the Yin & Yang symbol. The pattern is sometimes called “Persian pickles” by American traditionalists, especially quiltmakers, or “Welsh pears” in Welsh textiles as far back as 1888.
Today paisley design patterns are used from whole walls to small accent to create harmonious interiors.
Above some [...]
A great way of creating more space or the feel of more space is by using transparent furniture or accessories.
There is currently several firms designing and manufacturing Acrylic furniture. This see-through furniture looks weightless and is especially fitting when you have tight spaces like a city apartment or a small boudoir to design.
Here are some great [...]
Orange is probably one of the happiest colors you could use. It’s a blues lifter. A health promoter. And it just makes you feel better. You don’t grab for a glass of grape juice when your sick. It’s the orange stuff we drink! Orange has a sense of warmth and liveliness to it. It makes [...]
Many modern interior design trends are taking something for themselves from the history. Everything is changing but some things are staying the same – in fashion and in home design, in all trends. One of those elements is using colors and ornaments that are inspired by nature.
I have selected for you very pretty rooms all [...]
Design your home by dipping it into chocolate, warm browns with toasty overtones that delight the senses and create a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.
Interior decorating trends are warming up to chocolate. Rich mochas, dusty cocoas, and deep coffee shades are cropping up in homes, bringing a depth to pallets that had previously been rather cool [...]
Design your home by dipping it into chocolate, warm browns with toasty overtones that delight the senses and create a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.
Interior decorating trends are warming up to chocolate. Rich mochas, dusty cocoas, and deep coffee shades are cropping up in homes, bringing a depth to pallets that had previously been rather cool [...]
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Red is a vibrant and stimulating color that is believed to bring good fortune and happiness.
Red is a very bold color which sometimes intimidate people. They are not sure how to use it in design and are afraid it will look too much of a strong color.
It can actually really affect people moods, making shy [...]
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Do you love horses? Would you like to incorporate your love of horses into your home decorating scheme without going overboard?
Horses are commanding animals to behold, and their likenesses certainly hold their own in home interiors. Each of the following spaces displays an element of equestrian style through the depiction of [...]
Yellow is the color of sunlight, cheerful and uplifting. Yellow always lightens and brightens any space, as well as creates a cozy, welcoming feng shui feeling. From hot Sunflower Yellow, or Canary Yellow to pale Buttery tones, or even Mustard tones.
Yellow color is an excellent feng shui choice for the children rooms, as well [...]
Black floor create a chic and warm atmosphere. Paired with contrasted walls or window treatment, they look sophisticated.
here are beautiful examples of black floor applications in this designers amazing retreats…
What do you think? Me too! Love the shot of color injected into this relatively simple space – the space reminds me of the quintessential Queenslander [...]
Painted floors are an interesting and artistic way to spruce up an old room. Forget re-finishing your floors. Use stripes, solids, geometric, and organic designs. They look fabulous painted on wooden floors. You can do everything from a shabby, organic look to a crisp, geometric paint job. A traditional stripe or diamond looks great, but [...]
If you love animal prints or have an exotic theme to your room, an animal print rug can, piece of furniture or accent can be the finishing touch that really brings the feel of that theme to the room.
Animal print is a fun accent in a room, but it can be overpowering if you use [...]
Purple is royalty. A mysterious color, purple is associated with both nobility and spirituality. The opposites of hot red and cool blue combine to create this intriguing color.
Purple has a special, almost sacred place in nature: lavender, orchid, lilac, and violet flowers are often delicate and considered precious. Because purple is derived from the mixing [...]
Mirrors have been used for centuries to accentuate decor. The shape, style and construction of a mirror (carefully chosen and placed) can be as much an art piece as any fine painting. Mirrors can be found in almost any conceivable shape, from round to square, to free-form. The materials used to construct mirror frames, including [...]
Color Meaning of Pink
Cotton Candy and Little Girls: Pink is a softer, less violent red. Pink is the sweet side of red. It’s cotton candy and bubble gum and babies, especially little girls.
Nature of Pink: While red stirs up passion and action, studies have shown that large amounts of pink can create physical weakness in [...]
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Blue brings to mind a beautiful sky in summer and the calmness of a still turquoise sea.
Its coolness helps people relax and take life at a more leisurely pace.
Blue is one of the easiest colors to decorate with. Blue will appeal to a wide range of people because it is a calm and [...]
The folding Screen has been a classic piece in interior design for centuries for several good reasons. First and foremost, they’re beautiful and they are part of an elegant yet unpretentious approach to the design of comfortable living spaces. And if Asian, they add an exotic Eastern flavor to any room.
The look is dramatic, and can serve [...]
French native Marie Burgos founded her interior design firm in 2007 with an emphasis on residential spaces which rapidly expanded to commercial design. Marie’s ultimate talent is understanding her clients needs and creating home, office and commercial interiors that are balanced, sophisticated, and highly functional.
