Have you bought a new oak buffet, but it’s just sitting there and you don’t know what to do with it except fill it with dishes and tableware? Your oak side table looks bland and even the wall looks more attractive than it? It’s a styling challenge, that’s for sure! Bringing everything together may seem a little daunting, but...
Tight on space? With these brilliant space-saving ideas, you won’t need to sacrifice aesthetic or functionality. Your interior will look practical, stylish and more open. Mind the visual weight To make the most out of your space, you can buy small scale furniture. But it’s not just the size that can influence the way a space looks, it’s also the...
Purchasing new furniture involves some serious planning and while some are so imperative they are never ignored, others are sometimes overlooked, and when their importance is finally noted, the lack of space available condemns you to making improvisations which are not as comfortable and stylish as the actual pieces. So what do many homeowners forget about? Here’s a quick review...
2016. Even though it is February it is still a New year, and a new year means new decorating plans! It’s not easy to follow up on your New Year’s resolutions when you don’t know where to start, torn between various furniture styles tempting the eye on Pinterest, home decor magazines and reputable interior design blogs. We...
Elegant, shapely, textured, detailed and boasting an old world charm, these are the characteristics of the beautiful French provincial look. Don’t mistake it for an overwhelming, heavily ornamental style. It is not. The genuine French style is all about refinement, eclecticism and harmony and used as a way to enhance your home decor can make your guests say...
Recycled or reclaimed timber is discarded material given a new purpose. Transforming old timber into new pieces of furniture is all the rage nowadays. Making an impact on forest preservation is also an important trend considering the alarming rate of deforestation occurring these past years and the rising costs of lumber. Using different materials for furniture making may be...
We bid farewell to 2015 and now look forward to giving our homes a fresh, new look that reflects the attitude of 2016 interior styling. But what furniture trends emerged to give us the inspiration we seek to transform our living space into a fashionable den? Find out below! Colour authority And we’re reaching out to Pantone yet...
Christmas is that time of the year when your shopping list is no longer limited to necessities and whims. Friends and loves ones they all have to be spoiled and one of the most practical and lavishing gifts you can make is furniture. If you’re familiar with their taste in home décor, there’s no reason why you can’t make a...
Why oak wood? Oak wood is a weighty hardwood, thick and dense, featuring an open grain, denoting strength, sturdiness and reliability unlike others woods used in furniture today. It can preserve its appeal even in wet conditions and is highly resilient against fungal and insect attacks. Solid oak has been used to build war vessels from ancient times and became...
Aside from providing essential lighting to just about any room, lamps are also an essential element of décor and ambiance. Making a significant impact on the overall aesthetic of your living space, table and floor lamps can provide a quick décor update without breaking the bank. In order to generate ample illumination and enhance your style, every home needs...