Trendy Design Inspirations

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Trendy Design Inspirations

Today I am sharing with all of you trendy design ideas that are sure to prop up any design flaws or missing impact areas in your modern homes.. These trendy designs are all very impactful and make statements with their use of high impact colors and high impact color unique furniture pieces..

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Modular Modern Kitchens by Arclinia - Artusi

The Artusi Kitchen by Arclinia is one of the most stylish modular modern kitchens we've seen to date. The combination of wood and steel is sublime, with different laminates and lacquers to give it extra depth. Artusi is streamlined and ernest, made for people who take kitchen time and cooking seriously. Its modular nature means that the layout is flexible and allows major leeway for a personalized kitchen design - one that seems customized to any space. Designed by Antonio Citterio, this kitchen has many appealing features, such as a recessed worktop, a sliding cutting board, deep drawers, a professional grade sink, and built-in appliances. Visit Arclinea to find out more.

Interlocking Wood Floor Tiles for Parquet by Jamie Beckwith

Jamie Beckwith breathes new life into parquet flooring and we are admiring her Enigma wood tile collection right now. Yes, that's right - interlocking wood tiles. Instead of the traditional planks or linear design, these tiles celebrate ornamental patterns. The tiles are hand crafted, so they have a real original feel about them that will create a strong interest in any space. Wood floors are warm and beautiful and have been used throughout history. Enigma is a modern twist on the wood floors we know, yet always supporting of tradition. Choose from twelve different patterns, go wall to wall or create an inset, these tiles allow for creative expression. Visit Jamie Beckwith to learn more.

Original Design Furniture Cabinet by Bd Barcelona - Tout Va Bien

The Tout Va Bien cabinet is an original piece of design furniture from BD Barcelona Design that is sure to capture your attention, just as it has ours. Designed by Parisian graphic artists, Antoine Audiau and Manuel Warosz, this piece is a modernized tribute to old traditions. It has an artistic quality and plays with theme of fantasy and therefore feels a bit surreal. A mixture of modern graphics, hieroglyphics, haut and bas reliefs, it's just so much more than a place to store your stuff. Available in black and white and other bright colors, Tout Va Bien is a real show-stopper. Get more details at BD Barcelona Design.

Red Crystal Chandelier by Lolli Memmoli

Prepare to be dazzled by Ugolino - a fantastic red crystal chandelier by Lolli Memmoli. Yes folks, red crystal - what can be more dramatic than that? The crystals hang from a circular frame and seem to be woven together like fabric. Light bounces and seeps through this amazing structure, creating an atmosphere filled with splendor. Lolli Memmoli are pretty famous for their striking lighting designs. Their chandeliers are probably better defined as architectural lighting projects. Every product is meticulously made by hand, so each item is a distinct representation of the original design. Perfect for those who appreciate quality and uniqueness. Visit Lolli Memmoli for more details.

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All about Bedrooms

All about Bedrooms

Today I am talking about bedrooms and will help many of you in your selection of a headboard, proper placement, making your room cozy, accent pieces, and many other secrets to help all of you make your room the best place in the house..

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Why Choose a wooden Bed...
 
Wooden beds have long been a popular choice for the bedroom and continue to be bought by individuals who are looking for a durable and cost-effective sleeping solution. Wood is a renewable resource and for those with green concerns, it is worth noting that it is possible to purchase beds made exclusively from sustainable forests.

Wooden frames offer solid support to mattresses, providing both comfort and convenience due to the ability to disassemble frames when moving them from room to room, or even home to home. Though durable, in contrast to many modern metal counterparts, wooden beds can often be more easily repaired should a beam or support snap, or be broken in transit. Instead of sourcing a metal part or screw, you should be able to source or cut your own replacement beam at a low cost.

One of the most obvious benefits of choosing a wooden bed is the peace of mind provided by the fact your bed is likely to last for years to come. With this in mind, it’s worth selecting a bed that will service your needs for the duration. It is of course possible to alter the appearance of a wooden bed through staining or painting in order to fit with changing interior schemes, but if you buy a single bed for your growing child and they outgrow it before you would ideally like or need to replace it, you may regret your initial investment. It may therefore make more financial sense to purchase a three-quarter or queen-size bed that will see a child through their teenage years and save you the time and expense of an additional purchase in the long run.

Making it seem cozy... 

There is always so much talk about making a small room look larger but what do you do when your room is so big that you can’t seem to make it feel comfortable? Well, with the right furnishings and tricks you can make your extra-large room feel less like a museum lobby and more like a cozy home.

• Color Choice – While you don’t have to have a palette full of dark colors, you do need a few to close the room up a little. Even painting one wall dark will make a drastic improvement to draw the wall in toward the room’s core. Some people even prefer to paint the ceiling a darker shade than the walls as well.

• Scale – Large rooms can accommodate big pieces of furniture. This doesn’t mean that you have to stuff it full but you can choose large sectionals, shelving and pieces of art that would dwarf a smaller room.

• Arrangement – If you have the extra space in your room, why not add extra seating and set up a small reading or game area? What about adding a small bar or using screens to create a room inside a room?

• Accents – Be sure to incorporate the dark colors in your palette into your accents and make sure that they are scattered throughout the room, not just all in one area.

Having a large room can certainly be challenging to decorate if you desire that warm home feeling but with a little extra thought, you can cozy up the space without making it appear cluttered. Also, don’t forget plants! You have space for extra-large leafy greens so take full advantage of this wonderful opportunity to bring live art into your home.

 Positioning The headboard...

The bed is always the focal point in a contemporary-style bedroom so proper positioning is everything! While a minimalistic platform bed was once only available in a few styles, today you can find them in a wide variety of colors, some open underneath, others closed off. They typically do not have a headboard but if there is one, it’s usually quite basic.

So, with how simple these platform beds are, how do they demand so much attention? It’s all about the position in the room! A bed in a contemporary room can be placed in the room’s center but most people find they appreciate the security of a wall behind them. When placed against a wall, it should be a large solid one that can house a nice piece of art. It really should never be positioned under a window or in direct line with the door and you absolutely do not want to have a bed under a beam. It is suggested that the weight of a beam overhead can cause headaches and disrupt sleep patterns.
Draw More Attention

If you really want to zoom in on the bed, turn tall dressers or shelving so they are positioned kiddie corner, this allows them to be on an angle facing the bed. As a last tip, contemporary styling is minimalist but it is all about balance so if you have a lot of sharp lines including your bed, dresser, television, etc., consider adding a round nightstand, piece of art, rug or even a bean bag chair to bring an equal balance to the room.

Choosing the right Headboard...

The proper headboard in a bedroom is like a fireplace mantel in the living room, they both create a focal point. Any properly decorated room will provide a fabulous area for the eyes to come to rest. Choosing the right headboard for your room is suggested to draw positive energy inward to help with quality sleep. Not to mention, they just look great!

• Creativity – For a real attention-grabber, stay clear of traditional flat panel headboards. There are incredibly unique and artistic pieces available today in wave, oval or many other shapes to bring a little creativity to the space.

• Material – You will find that most headboards are made from wood or metal (two important Feng Shui elements) however, that doesn’t mean you have to over look wicker, bamboo, quilting or you can even make one with a large canvas covered with fabric.

• Surroundings – Traditionally, the decor of your room is going to dictate the headboard you choose. Just because you love that contemporary black, curved headboard does not mean it will compliment your Victorian or country cottage room. Theme and color must both be taken into consideration.

Headboards provide you with a more secure feeling while you sleep, according to Taoist beliefs. It is also suggested to not hang or drop clothes from them as they are essentially pieces of art. After all, you wouldn’t hang a towel over a canvas in your living room would you?

Accents for your room...

Your bedroom is your safe place, your private abode – and it’s all about the details when it comes to decorating this sacred space. Although guests won’t be visiting your bedroom often, you can dress it up to be a modern testament to style by paying attention to the accents.

How about trying out a few throw pillows to add a splash of color? Decorative pillows can dress up a bedroom bench, your bed itself, and they can even look stunning placed nonchalantly in the corner.

You can also introduce color into your bedroom in a more subtle way. Sateen sheets come in a variety of muted colors, like eggshell blue and goldenrod yellow. When your bed is made up with the corner pulled down, this delicate touch of color will warm up its surroundings.

Wall decals are another option for a bedroom accent. Available in white, black and a variety of colors, these can add a tasteful but flirty and fun element to your room.
Patterned curtains can also brighten up a bedroom. You can get dragonflies buzzing around a sheer backdrop, or flowers weaving in and out of your window. If you do decide to get patterned curtains, try matching the main colors with your bedspread or accent pillows.
And finally, a flower vase can go a long way in dressing up a bedroom. You can incorporate a bright blue vase with pink flowers for a lovely splash of fresh scent and color.
What do you use to brighten up your bedroom?

Bedroom 101..

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