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We have great need to do a makeover with the interior of our home when the horizon is gray and gloomy due to the winter.  That is the right time to try color of cheerfulness and optimism, yellow brings us all the light we need to feel good! Perfectly suited to the styles associated with hot climates (Provencal style, exotic style), this color is just as convincing when it comes to associate it with a contemporary and urban.

Yellow as a symbol of life
It is not for nothing that the yellow fits both a very urban style. Remind yourself public images that we know all the major cities like New York for example, we recall the New York yellow taxis and traffic lights suspended above the main avenues, yellow too. Yellow is also panels yards, reminders highly urbanized environments. Finally, this color is not very toned without emphasizing the vitality and excitement of big cities.

Contemporary color combinations
To create an urban style in your home, choose combinations of contemporary colors. No doubt about harmony, modern, yellow / gray walls or bring  small furniture and decorative objects like  lemon mimosa (chairs, cushions, rugs, vases, shelves, lighting ) You can also add, touches of red and more urban style graphics, it’s yellow and black put you on stage!

A woman’s boudoir is an intensely personal space.  It reflects her personality – it’s where she dreams, experiments with clothes and styles to achieve the look that she wants, and surrounds herself with her favourite things – photos of loved ones, a colourful sari bought on that gap year trip to India. And just as we look to renew our wardrobe to reflect a new season’s look, so even that most favorite room sometimes needs revamping.

Boudoir describes not only the space, but also a style of furnishing that is more feminine and more ornate than a simply functional bedroom. The boudoir style has drawn its inspiration from French and Renaissance furnishings, and more recently, from the rural cottage look, combining the simplicity of white walls and woollen rugs with luxurious bedding. The bed is the centrepiece of the room, and so it’s essential that you choose a style that you know will fit with the overall look that you are aiming to achieve.

Laura Ashley offer a king sized bed in their cream painted Clifton range which is ideal for the focal point of a boudoir. Complemented by a delicate French Empire style wardrobe, dressing table and chest of drawers, it provides just the look that is associated with the boudoir style. Making a deeply padded and buttoned headboard for your bed, covered with fabric that matches curtains and walls, creates a further sense of comfort and luxury.

If you are going for silver or gold in this Olympic year, choose wallpaper in a shimmering metallic design to add a touch of glamour to your revamped boudoir, and build the look with a grey silk quilted cover on your bed. Indulge yourself with a satin-covered chaise-longue as a day bed, (a woman has to have her siesta), and hunt for shabby-chic chandeliers to use as decoration or to adapt for side- or bedside table lights.  The hint for lighting in your boudoir is to keep it low and subtle, and to have small spotlights over a mirror where you need a brighter light for making up. Use a variety of mirrors to reflect light, to add a touch of decadence, and just for the joy of decoration.

If you are looking for some decent floor decoration plan. You can start with a nice rug! Whether tufted wool, polypropylene or cotton, this accessory will change the atmosphere of the house while the outside is gray mine. If the carpets contribute a lot of heat to the room they dress, they are not trivial to use in the decoration. Indeed, one must take into account the size of the carpet, its material and color but also the part to which it is intended. Common errors to avoid with a carpeted flooring.

Do not choose a carpet too thick
First, We know that thick carpet can be very pleasant to your feet with a soft texture, this is not a good idea in every room. remember that you must be careful that the thickness of the mat does not interfere with the doors open. So make sure to remove the carpet openings or choose a thinner carpet. If you place the rug in a passage space, beware thick carpet is often more brittle, The many passages and flatten the carpet wear out faster and it will not look good.

Do not use a rug too small or too large in size
Stack size is an essential thing! To choose the right size, you must determine how much space it will occupy. for example, If you want to put your rug under the living room coffee table, it will require that it exceeds at least 60cm on either side so as not to visually reduce the size of the furniture or the room. In the rest of the house, it’s the same thing: make sure that the rug fits the proportions of the parts.

Right selection of color & materials
A rug is not only comfortable! It will help bring style to your interior decor. Also treat the choice of colors optionally. You can opt for a red carpet in a pop inside, a taupe carpet in a classic interior. Material of rug also depends on usage & your decoration requirements. So you can either choose a stylish with natural bamboo mat or other natural material in fabrics.

Do not forget the practicality
Finally, remember that carpets require a little maintenance like carpet. To avoid carpet stains you need to vacuumed regularly & cleaned properly with a stain removal once in a month. If your carpet is in the entry, make sure it is not too messy as it may remove dirt from outside. If you have pets, avoid dark carpet so that the bristles are not too conspicuous. And if you are clumsy, forget the rug too light!

One of the major trends in our homes is undoubtedly the combination of white with wood. Inspired by the Scandinavian style, this trend is very popular these days & you will find it in many interior decor plans. Here are some ways to make the interior of your home more elegant with the combination of white & wood.

Scandinavian style as inspiration
In Scandinavian countries, wood, and especially the light wood, is the center of the decoration to evoke the natural surroundings. The wood has the distinct advantage to bring a touch of warmth and friendliness in areas where winter temperatures are very cold. It is found in both the furniture in the flooring with beautiful wood floors. But to avoid the effect that rustic wood can sometimes confer, the focus is obviously on the sleek design and very clean Scandinavian style. The atmosphere is so warm and modern interior for a place to live.

The second key to the Scandinavian style is the white color that is found associated with wood. The love for the white is explained not only by the need for light in the interiors but also the taste for pure things. White is then used for walls or curtains to brighten the interiors, which sometimes lack of natural light but also for furniture to aerate the material wood. True ally of the design style, White says the clean lines and is inherent in the Scandinavian style.

The decorative possibilities
Whether you live in Scandinavia, UK or anywhere else, It is quite similar as if you want to do a home contents insurance. This decor plan is pleasant for every living environment. The combination of wood and white is ideal for every decor with almost endless possibilities. In a every interior design, you will opt for such sleek white furniture and decorative accessories you’ll add some wood to warm the atmosphere. You can use a wooden clock design, original vases or even a small stool or a table to set the tone. Conversely, you can also add touches of white in a home where the wood is very present in the furniture. Then consider painting your walls in bright white, add throws and cushions and a few decorative items that will light up the room and give it a light touch design.

Based on this sustainable trend, many interior designers & famous brands now offer furniture with a combination of white with wood. You will find tables with a wooden base and a white or otherwise, kitchens with elegant furniture combine color and material, or even table accessories that mix the wood to white dishes.

Our decorative tip while experiment with different materials to give depth to your decor concluded that to maximize your decoration with the rawness of wood, use white in softer materials such as textiles with curtains, cushions as well as carpet & rugs.

The retro look has become extremely popular in recent years, with fashion that hails from the 50s,
60s, and 70s exploding back into our lives. However, lovers of the retro look don’t just have to limit
themselves to the world of fashion. You can also create an eye catching retro look for your home by
making use of iconic furniture, crazy colours and eye catching patterns.

The first thing that you need to do when creating a retro look for your home is to pick an era. Any era
can work well with a little creativity and imagination, but it is best to stick to one particular era in a
certain room rather than trying to mix and match different eras. For example, a room that is decorated
solely in sixties chic can look extremely stylish, while trying to add in elements from the 70s will only
confuse the look.

When designing your own retro look, it is worth doing a little research into the most popular styles,
fabrics and patterns of the era that you want to recreate. Even if you simply want to use them as a
guide, books and websites dedicated to the retro style can really help to inspire you.

After you have decided on the look that you are going for, it is time to start shopping. Picking up retro
furniture such as recliner sofas is a great way to create an authentic and striking look. However, you
don’t have to spend a fortune on furniture to make your room look great. Many charity shops stock an
excellent selection of retro and vintage furniture, while flea markets are also great places to browse
for bargains. Alternatively, you can customise the furniture that you already have by adding retro print
sofa and armchair covers, scatter cushions and tablecloths. Attaching a tassel trip to the edges of
your sofa and armchairs can also create an interesting retro effect.

Dare to be different and opt for fabrics that feature bright colours in large, bold patterns. Wallpaper
bearing large circular designs looks great, especially if you are recreating the colourful look for the

sixties. The great thing about using large, bold patterns on your walls is that it can really tie the room
together, especially if you have several pieces of plainer furniture and ornaments in the same basic
colours.

Brightly colored lamps and rugs in retro styles are also very effective in creating the perfect look. Opt
for items with large geometric patterns that either carefully match or cleverly contrast with the colours
of your furnishing. Adding vases and picture frames in similar styles and colours add an extra unified
layer to your retro look.

Search for paintings and prints that reflect the era that you are recreating. Many artists have recently
turned their attention to creating work that reflects the mood of the 60s and 70s. Alternatively, search
for pictures on the internet that portray important events that took place in your era of choice. Print
them out on high quality photograph paper and set them into your choice of frames. These are just a few simple ways to transform your room without breaking the bank.

Its spring & you are looking to change the decoration plan of your home? Please note that you need to plan everything in order to welcome spring to your homes, there are some mistakes to avoid. Indeed, spring is the season of renewal and in your home, Here’s our advice.

Remember the big clean.
Traditionally, spring marks the period of cleaning in most of the places. It actually takes advantage of beautiful days to clean & decorate your home for one full year. It is essential & useful that makes good news for all the sunny season.

Do not overlook the dressing.
Who says spring cleaning also said storage! Start by doing a great sort of your dressing for your convenience and save space. Then reorganize your storage space depending on the season. Place large sweaters and jackets in height or very low and make seasonal clothing accessible by placing them at your height.

Do not keep the same bedding.
Change the bed linen. Then use a lighter adornment and store throws and other covers that will be most useful. For the decor, you can change the bed linen to create an atmosphere more elegant. Feel free to opt for very decorative bedspreads but lighter than during the winter.

Do not freeze your decor.
Know that your home may change well with the seasons. When spring comes, do not hesitate to change a few accessories. For example you can change by focusing on spring cushions colors or even flowers. Change the carpet by opting for lighter materials. You can also opt for a home fragrance more floral.

Check the paint work.
If you plan to redo the paint of your home, you should know that spring is the ideal solution. Indeed, thanks to good weather, you can ventilate your home without losing heat and the paint will dry faster. Conversely, if you wait until the summer, the paint will dry too fast and the application will be more difficult.