Art lovers usually get into a tizzy when it comes to selecting art that compliments the furniture at home. As opposed to finding art that compliments the furniture, many artists encourage finding art first and then planning the décor accordingly. However, it works both ways. Well-placed artwork has the power to transform any space, but … Read more
The perfect way of adding that final finishing touch to a room for a sophisticated and professional look is with the use of a rug. Rugs are great for not only adding comfort but they are also a key design piece within a room and allow you to work with strong and stunning looks. 2017 … Read more
Art brightens up a room and adds a personal touch to any space. Artwork such as paintings, prints or photography are crucial for tying together the interior design of your home or office – however, randomly hanging paintings all over the place is not the solution. You need to ensure that the paintings are in … Read more
Scandinavian style is a growing trend in the UK and U.S. for contemporary, elegant, enduring interior design. We sent Home Stylist, Talia Danes, to Sweden for a whistle-stop tour of authentic Scandinavian Style. The Scandinavian Star is rising in western popular culture. Critically acclaimed dramas like The Killing and The Bridge, gripping novels by the … Read more
Luxury comes in many forms and when it comes to interior design, luxury comes with a territory. Decorating a small space requires some careful thinking. There has to be a very steady balance between colours and patterns, the use of the furniture and even the lighting. Small spaces need clever design ideas and if your … Read more
If you’re in the middle of making interior design choices, you’ve probably encountered all of the usual dilemmas and smashed them out of your way. Which colour scheme should you choose? BANG! Decision made! Do you want closed or open storage? KABOOM! Sorted. Do you want a feature wall and – if you do … Read more
It’s a sad fact of life that not all of us are destined to live in the Palace of Versailles, with its beautiful ornaments and opulent decor. But that doesn’t mean that there’s nothing we can do in our own homes to make them look a little more palatial. It turns out that creating a … Read more
If you find that it is time to give a purpose to your old unused bedroom, then you could consider a conversion into a home office to die for. If you are a freelancer or a work-at-home mum, you will have probably thought about it already. But it’s not easy to create an effective working … Read more
Do you ever feel like your spare bedroom has slowly turned into a temporary storage room for anything that doesn’t have a home within your house? The spare bedroom is one of those spaces that is often wasted and forgotten about, until a relative comes to stay and you give it a quick spring clean … Read more