Top 2020 kitchen trends
Image by Solomon Rodgers from Pixabay As with every year, we’ve seen a shift in the most popular designs for kitchens, and while 2020 has been a troubling year, there have been some incredible design changes and developments that we would never have expected before now. We’ve outlined some of our favourite new trends, so whether you’re looking for some inspiration or just love to see what’s popular, you’re in the right place! Dark and mysterious Before now, kitchens were all about those light colours and open space. This year has seen it completely change, with kitchens in dark colours becoming the norm – and we’re so glad that it has! One of our personal favourite schemes is navy and gold or brass, but black and silver combos are also giving us serious kitchen envy and really pulling us away from the traditional white and grey that was so popular before this. These deep, dark colours go far in making a kitchen feel very homey and rustic, especially when paired with wooden features to really make it pop. Two-toned This is the perfect choice for anyone who loves the idea of a dark kitchen but isn’t ready to take the leap into such a dark colour scheme across a full room. Two-toned kitchens provide the opportunity to not only combine dark and light colours to make a stunning pair, but also to allow you to personalise your kitchen to your tastes perfectly. You can combine textures too, pairing matte cupboards with wooden surfaces or accessories, which look gorgeous together. Minimalist Minimalism has been a very popular style for some time now, and it’s highlighted in near enough every room in the house, so the kitchen is no exception. One of the best minimalism styles that we’ve seen this year in the kitchen is hidden cupboards and smart storage, allowing you to keep your kitchen looking sleek and clear to avoid any risk of cluttering. Kitchens are notorious for being full of gadgets and crockery, so having smart storage will ensure everything has a place and can stay organised. Blush pink and Sage green While we’ve been loving seeing darker colours enter the kitchen, these gentle hues have transformed kitchens in a way we never expected! Perfectly paired with some white and grey marble, these colours look incredible and suit those who are looking to move away from the more classic, plainer kitchens but aren’t keen on the intense vibe that darker kitchens give off. These colours will help make kitchens look bigger, brighter, and stunningly modern! Brass fixtures The best thing about brass is that it goes with almost...
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5 Interior Design Ideas for Your Bedroom Decor
You don’t have to be into interior decoration to appreciate a good bedroom décor. There are several benefits that come from upgrading your bedroom and you will learn all about them in this article. Many people overlook the importance of having a visually pleasing bedroom. While many consider this room a place where sleep and rest, it’s also the place where you wake up! So, any bedroom décor design ideas are welcome to make this room as pleasant as possible and have a good night’s sleep and wake up surrounded by a nice design to boost your day. We won’t tell you if go for ceiling fans or not, however, these tips will definitely help you feel more relaxed in your own bedroom. Go for a Subtle Colour. When talking about wall décor for a bedroom, many people consider that the walls should be white. However, that’s not at all the case and while we agree that you shouldn’t go for powerful colours, white isn’t the only option you have. You can go for any warm and serene colour like gentle blue, green or lavender. It’s recommended to avoid black or grey, especially if you don’t have a lot of natural light coming in. Don’t Forget the Ceiling Let’s put it like this – the ceiling is the first thing you see when you open your eyes, and it’s an integral part of every home design. So, the need for a nice bedroom ceiling décor is very real. Painting the ceiling isn’t something that crosses your mind, however, do so to help make the room brighter and spacious. You can also use stencil or wallpaper, or add some architectural elements for more complex ceiling decoration. There’s just one rule in this – don’t let it be plain and boring. Keep the Bedroom Décor Simple No matter if you want to choose bright colours or go for warm colours, go with new furniture or you prefer a classic touch, always choose a minimalist bedroom décor. Not only that, a minimalist décor will help you feel more comfortable in the bedroom, but it will also give you more space to move around. Choose the Proper Size for Furniture Even if you go with a minimalist style for the bedroom, you still need to consider the furniture size. Don’t go for a huge bed if the room isn’t spacious enough and don’t go for low furniture if the ceiling is high. Don’t Forget About Storage Even if it’s preferable to have a separate storage room in your house, some things are better to be easily accessible from the bedroom. So, the bedroom...
Styling Your Room for Better Sleep
To achieve the right tone, sense and scent of your home can be a challenge. According to the CDC, as many as 35% of adults are not “getting enough sleep on a regular basis.” The recommendation for the average adult is seven to ten hours of sleep each night. In fact, sleep deprivation is such a big deal that economic researchers estimate that a lack of productivity caused by poor cognitive speed, focus and memory, and physical health is costing American companies $411 billion per year in lost productivity. Sleep deprivation doesn’t just affect the job force though. A lack of sleep contributes to a person’s overall health resulting in chronic sleep disorders, long-term effects of memory loss, poor coordination, mood, and mental health disorders. You can see why it’s about time you turn your bedroom—a place you should spend nearly 30% of your life—into a soothing sanctuary for sleep. Here are ten ways to turn the “place you crash” into a place where you rejuvenate your body back to health through sleep. Consider Color Color is known to affect our mood as well as our energy levels. In areas of the home, such as your bedroom, where you are looking for a calming aesthetic it is recommended that you choose a peaceful palette of neutral colors such as whites, grays, or soft blues and greens. If you like a splash of color, you can add unobtrusive items waist-high or lower such as plants or rugs. Noise Control For many people, the sounds of the night are filled with car noises, sirens, and people talking outside. Even the sound of crickets and frogs can keep you up. The suggestion is to counter noise with noise by adding a white-noise machine, soothing music, or a fan that can lull you to sleep with rhythmic sounds. Eliminate Light Light can be your enemy when you are trying to get sleep. After all, darkness is an indicator to your mind that it is time to sleep and therefore begin the release of chemicals to start the sleep process. So, investing in blackout curtains and a sleep mask will help to keep internal and external light distraction away. Reduce Clutter While we want our bedrooms to look attractive, that often comes at a cost of added clutter. For example, consider the number of throw pillows, additional blankets, and trinkets you have laying around even a clean room. Simplifying your space by reducing the clutter will help you feel more relaxed in your room as well as create the impression of a larger space. Keep it Cool Did you know that as you ease into sleep your body’s temperature cools down...
Your Home Office, Your Sanctuary
Today, many of us work from home to achieve a better work/life balance. What’s important is that if you do work from home, you have a designated space for the purpose. None of this working at the kitchen table business. Then, when it’s time for you to clock off for the day, you can shut that door and you’re ‘home.’ The humble home office space has become a serious focus for many interior designers who are realising the importance of the integration of this room in the house. A home office can be much more than a place for work. It can be an area where you can sit and relax, read and browse the Internet for fun things or even work on personal, creative projects. So how do you transform your office space into your own personal sanctuary? Start off by looking at the current décor in the room and the rest of your home. Think about your personal style and pull together some inspirational artworks, graphics, images or quotes that will help keep you motivated when working remotely. Have your desk facing the window if possible. There’s nothing like good old fashioned day light to get the brain functioning at full capacity. Then get some high quality, ergonomic pieces of furniture in place to ensure you’re comfortable when you work. Of course, like in any other room in the house, the lighting choices you make in your home office are really important. You want lighting that’s bright enough to illuminate your work to avoid eye strain at night, plus some ambient lighting when using the space for relaxing. Every desk needs a high quality lamp. Something that’s adjustable is ideal, so you can focus the light where you need it most. Some designer lamps not only provide adequate lighting for your office space, but they also add to the décor. Polished nickel and brushed chrome desk lamps are popular right now. For the modern, practical person a clip on lamp with an adjustable neck might just do the trick. You can’t go wrong with black, and because this lamp features a clip, you can position it easily on the smallest of desks without taking up valuable space. Great for those with study nooks and sunroom work spaces. Take your office décor seriously and your home office will not only become an asset to your home, but it’ll soon become your favourite room. And if you need someone to take care of the office cleaning for you, you can always reference this list for the most popular office cleaning companies in Melbourne. They also have great suggestions for...
Combine Two Opposing Styles To Harmonise Your Home
Whether you’re moving in with your significant other or you’ve just had a new flat mate move in, combining interior design styles isn’t always as easy as it appears at first glance. Here we’ll run through some helpful tips for combining interior styles to create a harmonious home that represents the both of you. Create an eclectic space When you have two juxtaposing interior styles working together in one room, you have what’s called an eclectic interior style. ‘Eclectic’ is all about creating the perfect mish mash of different styles, in a way that works. The key is to not divide the space with pockets of one style or the other, but rather to completely combine the two looks in each and every corner of the home. Look at different ways to layer the two looks Certain interior design styles lend themselves towards being the base for the home. Scandinavian interiors for example are very minimalistic and use often neutral colour palettes. If you combine this look using Scandinavian furniture items and wall colours with perhaps retro accents for example using lamps, artworks and textiles, you can seamlessly layer the two interior design styles to create a stand out and unique look in your home. Mix in a third style Create a brand new interior you both love by incorporating yet another style. If you both have always loved an interior style that compliments both of what you already have, use this as a transitional style to tie both of your styles together in the one space. Or choose a neutral style, something you both don’t might, which will be subtle enough to compliment and blend your two opposing designs. Use theme decor elements to pull rooms together Certain aspects of your home décor will help complete each room in your home. For example, you may want to invest in new lighting accents that work well with your new interior style, or pull your eclectic dining room together by investing in a large overhead pendant lamp. Rugs are also a wonderful way to pull different styles together in the one space. By adding these elements you’ll help to create a cohesive look in every room of your home. Communicate and discuss your ideas If you are moving in with someone and you both have the entire house set up, it’s time to decide on which items will work best with one another’s possessions, and look at how you are going to store, sell or get rid of the rest. Pair back Don’t let either style overwhelm the other by pairing back what you both currently have. You don’t want the space to look...
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