Interior Design 101: Do not overdose!

Saturday, July 7th, 2012

As it often happens, once the house or apartment is built, bought, renovated or all of the above, the need to furnish and decorate it, is a matter of highest urgency.  The compulsory need to “start living” in the new space can be described as the sight of a water oasis after a long walk in the scorching sun.  That feeling alone drives many, to overdose on furnishing and decorating their spaces.  Like binging after a dreadful stint at a diet, homeowners have very hungry eyes.

Contrary to the instinctive call to action of “lets get this place/room finished”, decorating should be a process of many layers.  While the essentials (like a bed, sofa, dining table and chairs) should be in place from the beginning, other decorative elements such as complementing pieces, art and accessories should be acquired overtime to avoid a decorative overdose.  This way, there is no chance at over furnishing and more success at meeting individual needs, spatial requirements and most importantly, maximizing decorative and functional potential of every interior element.

Hugo modern leather sofa by Gamma Arredamenti

Hugo leather sofa by Gamma Arredamenti

William leather bed by Cattelan Italia

William leather bed by Cattelan Italia

Ritz contemporary dining table by Bross Italia

Ritz dining table by Bross Italia

One-of-a-kind designer rugs that act as modern art for the floors

Wednesday, July 4th, 2012

Luxurious urban and coastal properties make surrounding vistas as one of their most essential selling points by offering walls of windows and 360 degree views.   While this aspect of urban or coastal living is quite attractive and utterly intriguing, decorating such interiors comes with some challenges.

A solution to this great new interior dilemma of wall-less rooms is comprehensively unraveled by the ground-breaking artist Calle Henzel, founder of Sweden-based Henzel rugs.  By being an artist first, Calle Henzel discovered very early in his career, the true power of art, propelling his style to become unanimous with extraordinary story-telling and the most unconventional depiction of realism.   After experiencing firsthand what decorative problems of wall-less rooms entail, Calle Henzel translated his avant-garde art into modern rugs.

Face Avezzano designer rug by Henzel

Face Avezzano area rug by Henzel

Zona Janeiro rug by Henzel

Zona Janeiro rug by Henzel

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Modern Rugs to Celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

Tuesday, June 19th, 2012

As the second longest reigning British royal, her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II made quite an impact on her country and the world though her 60 year rule.  Albeit indirect, her majestic influence is inevitably integrated into interior design in various forms, but nothing is quite as literal and modern at the same time as the Stamp rugs by Rug Maker that replicate the Royal Mail stamps to a tee.

Featuring the Queen’s prominent profile which is embossed for a multidimensional effect, Stamp rugs are infused with a bright colored, single tone background, outlined by scalloped edge periphery.  The overall combination of details creates an authentic effect that objectifies the Royal Mail postage stamps into modern rugs and furthermore, into an extraordinary modern art and wall décor element.

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Modern Dining Room Designed for Good Mood

Tuesday, March 6th, 2012

Orange, as a color has long ago been associated with cheerful attitude, exoticism and energy.  And it is not surprising to see its predominant presence in modern furniture. While any space in the modern home can pull off orange as its main hue, the dining room is a place for interaction and should be a place where good mood is a forgone expectation.  Check out these modern dining room selections with potential to create a breeding ground for high-spirited times.

modern dining room selections

Ray dining table by Cattelan Italia is available in a range of sizes and is a great option for introducing fun colors to the dining room because its eloquent legs can be upholstered in leather.   Its counterpart is the Anna dining chair by Cattelan Italia because it’s sleek, ultra-comfortable and available in a ton of fabric, and leather options.

Dramatic accent pieces in orange hues include the Nina table lamp by Barbara Sordina for Penta, Regal dramatic wall mirror by Cattelan Italia and Erbavoglio family of planters by Emporium.

Light Bulb Reinvented

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012

Light bulb is a revolutionary product in it of itself, which makes it even more unique when it is used outside of its predictable functional realm.  Check out these metamorphosed light bulb modern designs, formed like modern acoustic panels, contemporary lighting installations and modern accessories; and be the judge of how inventive these creative re-inventions really are.

(de)light Wine Glass by Cristina Ferraz Rigo

(de)light Wine Glass by Cristina Ferraz Rigo

Sticky Lamp by Chris Kabel

Sticky Lamp by Chris Kabel

Accustica by Altera Design Studio

Accustica by Altera Design Studio