Finally, you’re about to move into your own place – At long last! You thought this day of freedom would never come! But then reality sets in, all of the decisions you have to make and how to decide? You begin to gather ideas of all of the options that surrounding you; be it on-line via friends, blogs, and magazines or in-store. Here are 5 key things to do before you make any decisions. (more…)
So you bought new furniture or are about to? Have you given any thought to accent tables? No? Well, you’re not alone! You should though, because accent tables can be quite handy for keeping your magazines, the remote control or even resting your feet. Also, because they come in various styles, materials and shapes, they’ll enhance your sectional or sofa/loveseat/chair combination. (more…)
If you are looking for a new sofa, loveseat or sectional, you are aware of all the style options out there. But, then you ask yourself: what style is best for me? To help you with this, let’s look at one of the defining factors: the ARM. (more…)
If you’re having trouble letting go of your stress before sleep, your bedroom may be the culprit. Believe it or not, the design of your room can actually boost or bust the way you unwind at the end of the day. (more…)
I know I’m not alone when I say laundry isn’t my favourite thing to do. Sorting through stinky clothes, reading those pesky care labels, not to mention doing it all in a small room lacking in both style and functionality can make it one the least favourite chores on many people’s lists. But of course, it’s kind of necessary. (more…)
We know there are lots of options out there for dining tables: rectangular, square, round, oval, etc. It can be daunting. Let’s add one more: extensions… and not the hair kind! (more…)
BLACK. A colour that’s sure to be found in any wardrobe has somehow managed to create controversial opinions when it comes to home décor. Why is BLACK so important to our wardrobe? And why do we tend to gravitate towards black when we shop for an outfit? Let’s see… Sophistication. Mystery. Elegance. Goes with pretty much anything… Dirt-proof. OK, maybe not this last one. (more…)
Design hotels have been emerging around the world for some time, and many are breaking new ground with their high style and thoughtful design elements. These homes away from home have each been developed with weary travelers in mind – cozy corners, lux bedding, and amenities to boot. (more…)
Quite simply an accent chair is a single seated chair which is typically more substantial in size and design. Accent chairs are used in many areas of the home to create décor interest and the obvious, additional seating. That’s why they’ve are so popular, they add a new look, feel, extra seating, colour and fun to any room.
Here are some of the more popular style names defined on Wikipedia.
A Club Chair is a type of arm chair usually covered in leather. Before it came to be known under its current name, it first appeared as the “comfortable armchair”. It was given this name to distinguish it from the fauteuil de style, which had straighter lines and was less enveloping.
The Tub Chair is fully upholstered and has solid sides and a low semicircular back, no separate arms.
Armless, a Slipper Chair is an upholstered chair with short legs so it sits lower to the ground.
Occasional Chairs are portable and are normally used occasionally for additional seating.
A Wingback Chair is an easy chair or club chair with “wings” mounted to the back of the chair, typically, but not always, stretching down to the arm rest.
The Bergère Chair is an enclosed upholstered French armchair (fauteuil) with an upholstered back and armrests.
Now the fun stuff: what’s your need/want?
Want to spruce up a bay window, an entrance, your bedroom, create a conversation area, a reading nook to cozy up to a good book, or just need more seating for your living room?
What’s your style?
Using the definitions you learned, is there a shape that you’re drawn to? Modern, traditional, transitional, high or low back, which ‘feel’s most fitting to you?
What space do you have? Do you want one, two or more chairs?
Think a single, cozy, larger scaled accent chair with an ottoman or pouf and create a reading or relaxing area for yourself.
Group a few club, tub or slipper chairs with an accent table and you have a conversation area or add another one and create adaptable seating instead of a loveseat.
Your bedroom has a lovely area in front of the window? Place a wingback chair, an accent table, a magazine rack and a comfy throw – voila, your own little hideaway!
Don’t forget to be adventurous by incorporating colour, style, texture, patterns and accessories. Here are a few examples to inspire you …
Decorate with Accents : Accent Pillows
Now that spring is finally here and your inner decorator is calling to freshen up the look of your home where would you start, what would be the easiest and inexpensive way to update the look of any room? (more…)