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      Creating a Cosy Dining Room

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      Render your dining room comfortably liveable with the careful consideration of colour scheme, materials, and architectural planning.


      Celebrated paintings are known more for the sum of their parts than for their individual details, but an attractive visual composition is notoriously difficult to achieve — even master painters have painted over completed works while searching for that elusive sense of visual cohesion and comfort. Just as the frustrated maestros of the past, you may have put considerable effort and resources into selecting your architectural finishes, curating your furnishings, and appointing the dining space with lighting fixtures of your choice, but an uninformed arrangement and a lack of visual cohesion could result in a cold and aloof space. In this guide, we take a look at a selection of dining spaces to distil the factors that make for cosy spaces.


      Perfect Match
      Interior design by: Nu Infinity

      Just as the details of a mess have unintentional effects on a décor, disparate decorative elements can affect the ambiance in detrimental ways by pulling the message of the space in divergent directions. With furniture and material choices in tune with each other, Nu Infinity renders the pictured space cohesive with a colour scheme of black and pale wood tones against a white background. While the resulting décor is unified to make its appreciation easier for the naïve observer, the space is additionally drenched in warm lighting to produce a soothing ambiance.

      Interior design by: Nu Infinity
      Calm & Carefree
      Interior design by: GI Design

      The neutral palette, the prevailing colour scheme of modern homes, is known to lend itself well in combination with a wide range of decorative styles—the inherent lack of bold shades in the neutral palette renders an ambiance calming, and the subdued colours are ideal for use in creating cohesive presentations of disparate textures.

      Interior design by: GI Design

      As demonstrated by GI Design with the pictured dining room, the pale background ties together the decorative elements and unobtrusively diverts the wandering gaze across an array of textures: whitewashed bricks on the wall, the lightly treated woodwork of the furniture, andthe sleek black frames.

      Interior design by: GI Design
      Woody Warmth
      Interior design by: Beverly Home There is something primal about the effect of wood floors—perhaps due to our arboreal ancestry, or because wood has always been an easily workable and highly available building material making up the majority of homes past. Either explanation would go toward explaining why a wood floor invites one to saunter around the space with bare feet. Decorated by Beverly Home, the pictured space is made inviting by way of its floors composed entirely from wood, resulting in a warm expanse that ripples invitingly with a variety of shades and grains that could only be achieved with natural wood cuts. Interior design by: Beverly Home

      Tip: Working with natural wood entails a willingness to incorporate a variety of uncontrolled shades and grains – the result of which is a space painted with unique and irreproducible brushstrokes.

      Interior design by: Beverly Home
      Breezy Charm
      Interior design by: Nu Infinity

      While womb-like warmth in close-quarters may be the definition of cosiness in the primitive sense, modern sensibilities require an abundance of space filled with natural sunlight and adequate air ventilation for comfort.

      Interior design by: Nu Infinity

      Decorated by Nu Infinity, the pictured dining space is strategically placed opposite a length of sliding patio doors and gifted with sunlight filtered through lightweight sheer curtains.

      Interior design by: Nu Infinity

      Ventilation is provided by the thoughtfully placed ceiling fans, and an uplifting sense of volume is created in the delectably lit ceiling tray, emblazoned with intriguing decorative details for the eye to linger upon.


      Clear Space
      Interior design by: Gusto Design

      Nothing detracts from the cosiness of a space more than an uncontained mess. While a measure of detail makes a space appear lived-in, an overabundance of clutter burdens the mind and tires the naïve eye with unnecessary details.

      Interior design by: Gusto Design

      In the pictured home decorated by Gusto Design, the potential clutter of the dining space is contained within neat lines of open shelving on the walls. In the adjacent kitchen, the practical consideration of shelves being closed with cabinet doors further decreases the amount of details appearing in the space and affecting the décor in unintentional ways.

      Interior design by: Gusto Design

      Tip: Design the visual experience of a space by applying the same principles used in tactical camouflage – draw attention to a feature of your choosing by clearing out any unnecessary details from its surroundings, and obscure the presence of an element with an array of intersecting details.

      Interior design by: Gusto Design
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      5 Bedroom Design Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      Take control of your sleep by incorporating these decorative bedroom ideas to help alleviate sleepless nights and ease transitions into unfamiliar spaces.

      Interior design by: Gusto Design & Build

      Especially for those among us who would readily self-identify as homebodies, some may recall bouts of endless tossing and turning while getting accustomed to a new home or spending the night in a foreign land. According to the people who study brains for a living, this is all perfectly normal – as we take into account novel sensations in the new environment and the heightened level of information processing disrupts our normal sleep cycles. While this temporary state can be overcome with time and habituation, we have found some methods of crafting a bedroom that will make even the most wakeful and restless feel comforted and at home almost immediately.


      Refreshing Atmosphere
      Interior design by: Gusto Design & Build

      Much like plants and all living beings, people require air and light to survive – with access to an abundance of both leading to distinctly luxurious and comfortable spaces in the same way that gilded decorations make for unmistakably opulent interiors. Gusto Design maintains a generous stretch of windows in this pictured bedroom to enable the ingress of ample sunlight, while preserving floor space and air volume with the selection of modern furnishings. In all climates, windows warmed by sunlight inadvertently result in higher temperatures on the interior during the day – which necessitates the addition of a fan (or some other form of air circulation) in spaces where air would otherwise remain stagnant.


      Tender Trappings
      Interior design by: Metrics Global

      While a bright and airy ambiance results in an undeniably attractive space, people of all ages are soothed when swaddled in soft fabrics and sheltered in relative darkness - in the same way that nearly all beings find comfort in a nest, berth, or alcove for rest. Just as moss-lined hollows may have been the epitome of comfort and security for our ancestors, we are calmed by subtle tactile sensations and an incorruptible sense of privacy.

      Interior design by: Metrics Global

      In the pictured bedroom decorated by Metrics Global, a balance between clarifying brightness and comforting privacy is afforded with a combination of blackout curtains and soft lighting fixtures.

      Interior design by: Metrics Global

      Tip: An abundance of comforting tactile sensations helps to lull a wakeful mind to sleep. If your bedroom feels empty, throw some fabric around.


      Immaculate Impressions
      Interior design by: Nu Infinity

      Regardless of where we find the most comfort on the spectrum of order and chaos, a mind in pursuit of sleep would be hounded by a barrage of unwelcome sensations within a cluttered space. A restless and wandering mind expends greater energy in noticing and encoding within memory the unnecessary details of a random mess, detracting from the natural waning of conscious mental processes that typically occur before sleep.

      Interior design by: Nu Infinity

      Decorated by Nu Infinity, the pictured bedroom is made conducive to sleep with a neutral palette, minimal decoration, and discrete storage compartments helping to limit the presence of distracting visual sensations that would otherwise become points of fixation in the restless mind.

      Interior design by: Nu Infinity

      Tip: While cleanliness is a universal ideal, a stark bedstead may not be a comforting sight. Without some accessories in plain view, a completely empty bedroom may appear closer to a furniture showroom than an actual bedroom.


      Plush Surfaces
      Interior design by: JCS Design Project

      Fine textiles have been highly prized ever since one of history’s first recorded acts of industrial espionage resulted in the manufacture of silk fabrics for the elite of Eastern Roman society – with the association between prosperity and high-thread count fabrics prevailing even in this age of genetically-modified silkworms and mass-produced fibres.

      Interior design by: JCS Design Project

      An abundance of cloth induces sleep by dampening sound, rendering hard surfaces soft, and providing comforting tactile sensations, and when accompanied by a high-quality mattress - as demonstrated in the pictured bedroom decorated by the JCS Design Project, the result is a space that draws and lulls even the most restless into slumber.

      Interior design by: JCS Design Project
      Soothing Hues
      Interior design by: Surface R

      Whether the various effects of colours on our psyches are in fact the result of biology or cultural heritage, most people agree that colours evoke specific emotions. Some attribute the tranquil effects of the colour blue to the association with cloudless skies and majestic expanses of water - but despite the colour being a relatively recent innovation that is rarely expressed in nature, there is a surprising degree of consensus across the globe regarding the calming effects of blue. As demonstrated by Surface R, rendering a bedroom in any of the various shades of blue will imbue the space with calming and sleep-inducing vibes.

         
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      How to Choose the Right Dining Table

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      Select your dining table by considering its shape, material, and the manner in which its form relates to the décor.

      By virtue of their size, a dining table inevitably ends up being a major decorative element — and the greatest contributor to a dining space’s message — which makes the selection of a table the most crucial aspect of decorating any dining space. Beyond the complexities of arrangement, the shape, material, and design of a dining surface will have discernible effects on the space it occupies: large surfaces will make compact spaces seem smaller, simplistic designs divert attention to the surroundings, while luxurious materials pull the eye. In this guide, we take a look at the various ways dining spaces could be elevated to the highest peak of potential with the consideration of factors such as shape, material, and decorative styles.


      Stand Out
      Interior design by: Yong Studio

      Following in the wake of the abstract works from artists such as Jackson Pollock, is minimalism — the school of aesthetics which seeks to strip everything down to the bare essentials, to reinforce purpose and practicality with sleek, uncomplicated, and space-saving forms. A table of minimalist design is preferred for providing functionality while retaining a sense of space in a compact dining area. In the pictured dining space decorated by Yong Studio, the selection of a table embodying minimalist style matches the surrounding architectural finishes and buries the arrangement in a background of complementary tones and textures to preserve space.

      Interior design by: Yong Studio
      Full Circle
      Interior design by: Jashen Interior Design

      While rectangular dining tables may appear empty with some chairs removed, a circular dining surface presents itself as the more versatile choice as its appearance will remain complete whether hosting a full accompaniment of chairs or a sparse arrangement consisting of only a few seats. Due to the greater area that circles entail, the circular table is preferred for wide spaces that leave plenty of room to manoeuvre. The pictured dining area features a circular table with space for up to eight diners, a number that would not be as comfortably achieved with a rectangular table of similar size.

      Interior design by: Jashen Interior Design Tip: To calculate the number of diners appropriate for a round table, multiply the diameter of a table by the value of Pi (π: 3.14) and divide the result by the amount of space needed for each diner (60cm to 70 cm, or 24” to 28“). Interior design by: Jashen Interior Design
      Marble Marvel
      Interior design by: Zanotta

      Few materials can match the gift of opulence that comes with a seamless slab of marble, and few pieces of furniture entail a horizontal stretch as generous as the typical dining table—which goes a long way toward explaining why dining surfaces from antiquity to modern times have been almost exclusively composed from dramatically veined or speckled stone. In the shimmering environs of the pictured dining space, a decadent slab of black marble with white veins is selected by Zanotta Studio Design and Renovation, to complement the champagne and gold tones of the space.

      Interior design by: Zanotta
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      How To Decorate A Bedroom With Colours

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      We can all name at least one of our favourite colours, but not all of them are helpful for inducing comfort and relaxation in the bedroom.

      While most of us may have strong opinions regarding our own favourite colours - or even a shade of someone else’s choice, there are universally understood implications associated with certain colours. Despite the many ways in which people differ, we generally agree that colours affect us in relatively predictable ways across most cultures.

      Interior design by: Bazarbayu

      Consequently, saturating a bedroom in a favoured colour may not necessarily result in a space that is conducive for sleep, and the outcome may be a jarring décor that inadvertently induces less sleep. In this decorating guide, we take a closer look at the upsides and downsides of some of the most popular colour schemes and their effects on the psyche.

      Earthy Terracotta
      Interior design by: Bazarbayu

      Traditionally the preferred material for use in sculptures and the sun-baked rooftops of Mediterranean homes, terracotta is prized for the material’s association with antique works of art, but it still sees occasional use in affecting a rustic charm in modern spaces with warm and earthy tones. As a family of colours ranging from yellow to brown and resembling ancient fired clay, terracotta is complemented by neutral coloured backgrounds and softened by plush fabrics. Decorated by Bazerbayu, the pictured bedroom is saturated in a terracotta shade resembling sundried tomatoes, presented alongside rich textiles in a visually appealing balance against a neutral background.


      Hello Yellow
      Interior design by: Nu Infinity

      The noted sunflower enthusiast Vincent Van Gogh once remarked, “How wonderful yellow is. It stands for the sun." Yellow elicits creative impulses by evoking imagery of sunlight and summer blossoms, making the colour a welcome addition that enlivens and draws attention in neutral coloured bedrooms. But as with everything else in life, some moderation should be exercised as yellow implies heightened energy levels - and when overused, can lead to eye-strain, or even feelings of frustration in introverts. Decorated by Nu Infinity, the pictured bedroom demonstrates the invigorating effect of yellow when used as an accent in an otherwise plain space.

      Interior design by: Nu Infinity
      Shades of Grey
      Interior design by: Surface R

      Out of all the colours that make up the neutral palette, grey is perhaps the most versatile - being capable of evoking buoyancy or gravity with slight adjustments in brightness. Light or dark, the use of grey provides a cooling shade that evokes a sense of space and blends easily in contemporary or minimalist interiors. In the pictured bedroom decorated by Surface R, subtle variations in grey are utilised to create the perception of depth and texture, with different shades of grey used in the fabrics of the space and special effects paints to portray brushstrokes on the wall.

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      Top 30 Alternative Dining Interior Design Ideas

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      If you’re planning on squeezing a dining arrangement into a compact area, or combining spaces in an open layout, you may be interested in seeing some alternative arrangements that preserve a sense of airy volume. In this line-up of dining spaces, you will be treated to some ideas that rely on kitchen islands, wall-hugging furniture, or unconventional designs to provide some intriguing and unique results.


      A simplistic arrangement of Scandinavian design complements the neutral coloured decor and provides necessary seating without detracting from the openness of the space. Interior design by: GI Design
      A noteworthy example of banquette seating arises from the centre of this open layout, with a decorative backing providing minimal segregation. Interior design by: Jashen Interior
      With a bench in place of two chairs, this dining arrangement can be pushed closer to the wall to conserve space. Interior design by: Jashen Interior
      While the shape and size of the table surface has it projecting into the narrow space, a bit of demarcation around the perimeter reduces the prominence of the intrusion. Interior design by: Surface R
      The merging of the dining room and kitchen make for perhaps the most economical use of space. Interior design by: Yong Studio
      This combination of lightly treated wood, bare cement, aged leather, and patinated metal frames create a distinctly masculine space. Interior design by: X-Two Concept
      This kitchen island features a broader-than-average surface that can be turned into a study table or dining table as needed. Interior design by: The Roof Studio
      A projecting island surface is rendered less intrusive with the deliberate echoing of nearby architectural finishes and being made to appear as though it could be folded away. Interior design by: Mode Interior Style
      Every component of this bar-height dining arrangement adheres to the requisite tones of the neutral palette in order to preserve a sense of space. Interior design by: Metrics Global
      This kitchen features a diminutive country inspired nook, serving as a dining arrangement to seat up to four diners in close proximity within the compact confines of a standard kitchen. Interior design by: M Innovative Builders
      This island serves as an implicit barrier to the kitchen and provides a place for guests to linger before heading into the chaos of the kitchen. Interior design by: M Innovative Builders
      In the most compact of apartments, the placement of a dining table against one of the walls is almost a requirement for saving space. Designer: Konan Design
      While not the most appropriate or formal of dining arrangements, a bar provides a place for the casual consumption of a meal. Interior design by: Homlux Interior Furnishing
      Rather than being relegated to the edges of the layout or being hidden in the kitchen, this bar occupies a central position in the foyer to serve as the primary attraction for arriving guests. Interior design by: Homlux Interior Furnishing
      Coloured in the same tones as the surrounding space, this kitchen island is camouflaged while serving as both a functional barrier and as an alternative dining surface. Interior design by: Gusto Design & Build
      The trio of bar stools extend the reach of the reflective metals occurring at the edges of the space. Interior design by: Q1 Interior Concept
      In an inverse demonstration of the previous kitchen island, the thick and dark forms of these bar stools encapsulate the kitchen in a loose array of bold, black lines. Image Credit: Casa Indah Design
      Against a monochromatic background of modern design, the sleek and angular design of these bar stools make the seating the main attractions of this kitchen. Interior design by: Q1 Interior Concept
      A chabudai, or Japanese tea table, is perhaps the most intriguing form of furniture for an unconventional dining arrangement. Interior design by: Q1 Interior Concept
      A favoured trope in modern interiors is the juxtaposition of gratuitous curves against a background of stark lines and monochromatic shades. Interior design by: Q1 Interior Concept
      A dining arrangement with the smallest footprint ever is formed out of a table that was apparently designed to be stowed when not in use. Image Credit: Nice-Style Refurbishment
      While the designs of furniture used in this arrangement are simplistic for the sake of preserving visual space, the application of both contrasting and unifying tones in accessories and upholstery arouses attention. Interior Design by: Nice Style Refurbishment
      The ubiquitous design of these bar stools enables the seating to blend into the background of monochrome and modern lines in the kitchen alcove. Interior design by: Jashen Interior
      Another example of contemporary curves standing in front of a modern background is demonstrated with a highly limited set of materials in this kitchen. Image Credit: Design Spirits
      As with many other arrangements where the kitchen island stands as a physical barrier, the stools here are selected for their potential to draw attention to the receiving face rather than the operative side of the kitchen. Interior design by: Homlux Interior Furnishing
      This arrangement puts modern lines and luxurious upholstery against a background of wood parquet in a herringbone pattern and classical wainscoting on walls. Interior design by: Bazarbayu
      This neutral coloured kitchen is wrapped in a bow of monochrome with glossy black being represented at the outer edges. Interior design by: Nu Infinity
      This dining arrangement utilises a kitchen island as a barrier to the kitchen, as well as the grounding element for the projecting dining surface. Interior design by: Nu Infinity
      This space demonstrates another small-footprint arrangement with a narrow shelf serving as a dining surface along the wall. Interior design by: Nu Infinity
      This kitchen island is made the main attraction of the open layout with the stark contrast between the bold, red upholstery and the neutral coloured architectural finishes. Interior design by: Space Living Interior Furnishing
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      Top 30 Living Room Feature Walls

      Friday, November 20, 2020
      Feature walls are the probably the single largest statement of your home's décor, which makes their composition crucial. Whether you're pining for a striking mural or a simplistic modern frame around your television, we've got thirty doses of inspiration lined up for you here.
      A tropical theme is affected with a reliance on wood grains, depictions of greenery, and tropical scenes transposed onto canvas. Interior design by: A Piece of Art
      The feature wall of this seating lounge is deliberately left as featureless as possible, so as not to pull attention away from the display of decoration. Interior design by: Casa Indah Design
      The contrast between beige and deep blue is echoed on the decorative feature wall, with a relaxed lean introduced by way of a reflective divide between the wood grains and the marbled stone. Interior design by: Q1 Interior Concept
      The decorative wall of this living room is a geometric arrangement of simplistic materials, framed in mirrored panels and accented with light and shadow. Interior design by: Q1 Interior Concept
      With the embellishment of a few potted plants, the stone façade of this feature wall effectively transports a piece of rural flavour into this urban home. Interior design by: MDS Interiors
      The trappings of tradition – marbled panels, ornate curves, and decorative wainscoting – are thrust into a modern frame of light and shadow in this classically inspired lounge. Interior design by: Zids Design
      An unassuming two-tone panel puts a faintly complex motif against the sharp lines around it, while subtly complementing the largely white seating space. Interior design by: Gusto Design
      Being composed from the same materials as the surrounding walls, the television wall presents simplistic lines that imply the presence of cabinets. In a demonstration of order and chaos juxtaposed, the opposite wall adopts similar lines but runs wild with them. Interior design by: IA Interior Design
      Another demonstration in the contrasting of simplistic motifs is presented with unassuming materials in this living space. Interior design by: Design Base
      The bibliophile's preferred form of wall decoration is a collection of printed works to introduce some colour and create potential for intellectual discourse. Interior design by: Yong Studio
      With the striking wall motif and iconic furniture in its presence, this television wall is suitably rendered to emulate the whitewashed wooden sidings of temperate countrysides, effectively providing both thematic and visual contrast. Interior design by: Design Base
      This compact home is made to appear more spacious with a functional and decorative feature that hides the television and consequently reduces the size of the seating lounge. Interior design by: Homlux Interior Furnishing
      The use of a subtle and almost randomised motif on the far wall of this seating lounge effectively connects the striking upholstery with the relatively plain and monochromatic surroundings. Interior design by: Desenze Interior Concept
      This feature wall presents angular cuts of glossy black panelling to simultaneously echo the motif on the carpet and provide a measure of colour contrast. Interior design by: SQFT Space Design Management
      Wide stretches of blank wall are turned into monochromatic frames to encapsulate a collection of artful fixtures and personal photographs. Interior design by: Design Preneur
      Lit crevices and angular cuts of glossy black panelling imbue this living room with a distinctly modern persuasion. Interior design by: Space In Design
      In conjunction with industrial lighting fixtures and the sharp decorative lines of modern influence, the feature wall is dressed to reinforce the monochromatic flavour of this home. Interior design by: Nu Infinity
      The brickwork of this lounge's main wall provides the neutral coloured space with a generous stretch of subtle texture to draw attention. Interior design by: Surface R
      A more modern take on subtle texture is demonstrated with this neutral coloured lounge's television wall. Interior design by: Gusto Design & Build
      In lieu of gratuitous curves and opulent materials, this feature wall utilises the aged grains of wood to provide this living room with a measure of beguiling texture. Interior design by: Moonlit Inspiration
      A seamless slab of marbled stone affords the simplistic surroundings with intriguing patterns and a discernible measure of luxury. Interior design by: Yong Studio
      Among simplistic frames of straight lines and plain rectangles, the subtle waves of the feature wall serve to draw attention into the core of the living space. Interior design by: Space In Design
      Splashes of bright colour easily cut through environments replete with complex and disparate patterns. Interior design by: Design Spirits
      Rather than opting for a seamless stretch of brown, the television wall is subdivided with perpendicular lines to preserve the perceived volume of the space . Interior design by: Desenze Interior Concept
      Where the surrounding panels are relatively smooth and devoid of texture, the television wall presents an all-white plane studded with pyramids. Interior design by: Turn Design
      The faint veining of marbled stone, the colour of which is echoed in the fuzzy texture of the carpet, provides this nearly monotone space with intriguing contrast. Interior design by: Sky Creation
      Instead of acting as the main star of the space, the television wall presents a simplistic array of rectangles that obscure the presence of cabinets and allow attentions to fall onto the geometric patterns of the carpet and the bright splashes of colour distributed around the living room. Interior design by: Design Base
        With the possibilities for abundant details being limited by the size of the space, the  television wall presents a wide stretch of darkly stained wood to bolster the masculine décor. Interior design by: Nu Infinity
      Sometimes choosing not to embellish the television wall with texture is the way to go – especially with an abundance of motifs on a nearby wall. Interior design by: Jashen Interior Design
      A grand gesture of marbled stone serves to elevate this lounge to luxurious heights. Interior design by: Turn Design
      Click to see 30 more ideas for living rooms, bedrooms, and dining rooms.
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      TV Feature Wall Ideas for Your Living Room

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      Inspirational demonstrations of carefully selected materials, patterns, and proportions to elevate the quality of your living room.

      Without a decorative feature to divert attention and distract the eye, the dark and reflective sheen of a television is made more prominent — often to the detriment of a carefully crafted décor. It is for this reason that interior designers typically regard the feature wall as an indispensable component of a modern seating lounge. Feature walls can be taken beyond the conventional expectation of having an unadorned panel backing the television — as we will demonstrate with a selection of exemplar feature walls — a bland space can be elevated to luxurious heights with a degree of consideration applied to the selection of materials, patterns, and proportions.


      Wonder Wall
      Interior design by: SQFT Space Design Management

      Novel patterns attract the naïve eye, and a feature wall emblazoned with intricate motifs is capable of imbuing even the most Spartan of spaces with discernable complexity. The reflective flanks of this seating lounge’s feature wall are subtly etched with an eclectic combination of ornate patterns, while a monochromatic array of rectangular panels in white and ebonised wood are held in frames above the television. The result simultaneously draws the eye up to the extent of the double-height walls and pulls attention from the television screen by obscuring it among the abundant details of the dark background.


      Vertical Vibes
      Interior design by: The Roof Studio

      Standing in relative complexity against the monotone walls of the pictured living room, The Roof Studio takes advantage of the extra-height provided by the raised ceiling to incorporate a generous vertical stretch of warm wood tones. Although relatively sizable in its proportions when compared to the rest of the space, the feature wall is subtly diminished in size and prominence, with individual cuts of wood deliberately aligned to pull the gaze upwards before skewing partway up the wall to mimic the path of incoming sunlight.

      Interior design by: The Roof Studio Tips: Despite being presented in stringent lines, the homogeneous cuts of wood on the feature wall are presented to mimic and accentuate the passage of sunlight into this living room.
      Material Mode
      Interior design by: Yong Studio

      In a seating lounge of conventional height, a horizontally aligned feature wall is a practical choice for preserving the proportions of a space and instead drawing attention to the length of the layout. But without any measure of visual contrast, even neatly proportioned panels left plain would result in a bland décor. Using the television as a contrasting element, the pictured living room presents a dramatically veined pane of grey marble as the feature wall, providing the space with complexity in texture and shade for the eye.


      Shape Shift
      Interior design by: Jashen Interior

      Feature walls conventionally call for the use of intricate patterns both engineered and organic, but even the simplest of motifs have far-reaching effects. Given a compact space to work with, the simplistic feature wall of the pictured seating lounge is incorporated by Jashen Interior Design as an extension of the decorative wall occupying the length of the open layout. The extended canvas serves as a backdrop for an ingeniously designed sequence of slats and elongated rectangles marking the transition between conjoined areas, with the geometric motif expressed in simplicity across the length of the open layout for artistic appeal.

      Interior design by: Jashen Interior  
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      Mixing and Matching Living Room Furniture

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      Entice guests into the embrace of your living room with contrasting colour, textures, and styles.

      The urge to combine and hybridise everything could be explained by our innate urge to seek out novel stimuli and construct unique experiences — and the same could be said of how interior styles tend to be expressed in this era. While adhering to the tenants of a particular school of aesthetics may appeal to individuals aiming for authenticity, the proponents of uniqueness instead seek to craft spaces without equal. In this decorative guide, we take a look at various ways of tastefully combining normally disparate colours, textures, and styles to create a unique living space that you can truly call your own.


      Colour Play
      Interior design by: S/Lab 10

      An overt difference in luminosity and colour immediately captures attention. If you want to direct attention towards a piece of furniture that you are particularly fond of, the eye of an observer can be directed with a selection of upholstery in contrasting hues for prominence. Interior designers S/Lab 10 demonstrate the visually compelling effects of colour contrast by introducing a lone turquoise armchair against the pale wood background of the pictured living room, combining two opposing slices of the colour wheel to simultaneously comfort and attract the eye.


      Textured Touch
      Interior design by: SQFT Space Design Management

      While colour contrast is overt and clearly discernible from a distance, the application of contrasting textures is a subtler way of directing attention that invokes imaginings of tactile sensations and invites an exploratory touch. A completely uniform furniture arrangement assumes all people are the same, but some are drawn to plush and overstuffed seats as others are attracted by solid and sleek surfaces.

      SQFT Space Design provides a range of seating options — in addition to an assortment of smooth and fuzzy surfaces — distributed around a monochromatic living room to attract and occupy different personalities at once.

      Interior design by: SQFT Space Design Management
      Eclectic Mix
      Interior design by: Living Space Creative Design

      If you have grown comfortable with mixing and matching colours and textures, the next challenge to take on would be the blending of styles. Beyond the juxtaposition of colour and texture, the blending of contrasting decorative styles allows room for creative impulses and typically results in a unique arrangement — such as that presented in the pictured seating lounge. The interior designers, Living Space Creative Design, demonstrate an intriguingly eclectic décor that sits astride the past and the future, while combining contrasting colours, textures, and decorative features from the Eastern and Western hemispheres.

      Interior design by: Living Space Creative Design Tips: Everyone is unique and manifesting your own preferences in your selection of furniture and finishes would result in a truly unique living room arrangement. Interior design by: Living Space Creative Design
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      Top 30 Kitchen Interior Design Ideas in Malaysia

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      If you're decided on your preferred colours, materials, and configurations for the kitchen, you may also be interested in getting your regular dose of inspiration with these 30 exemplar cooking spaces.


      This kitchen is brought from simplistic monochrome and into neutral territory with the rendition of a backsplash in beige hexagonal tiles. Interior design by: Homlux Interior Furnishing
      In contrast to the rest of the home, this kitchen is almost entirely saturated in white and black to give emphasis to the neutral coloured surroundings. Interior design by: Moonlit Inspiration
      A case for decorating with accessories is made in this nearly all-white kitchen, with a range of books and jars of spices providing bright splashes of colour for intriguing contrast. Interior design by: IDS Interior
      This neutral coloured kitchen serves as an unobtrusive backdrop for the iconic Snowball pendant by Louis Poulsen and the pair of countryside-inspired bar stools. Interior design by: PSQ
      A rendition of a rural cooking space is achieved with a coffered ceiling and darkly stained wood for cabinets. Interior design by: Q1 Interior Concept
      Rather than leaving this kitchen white and utilitarian, the designer opts for the injection of colour via yellow trim around selected shelves, in addition to bench upholstery and a backsplash rendered in a matching shade of indigo. Interior design by: Zids Design
      What would have been a utilitarian and all-white kitchen is instead given some unique character with the use of patinated stone on the floors and backsplash. Interior design by: Craftsmen Valley
      Stark lines of darkly stained wood and steel converge in this kitchen to create a cooking space that is simultaneously modern, yet rustic and industrial. Interior design by: Luna Solutions
      The unadulterated grains of natural wood are utilised to paint this space with intriguing and irreproducible lines. Interior design by: Nu Infinity
      A slab of dramatically veined marble elevates this modern classic kitchen to the height of luxury and adds a layer of organic lines over the stringent décor. Interior design by: FIX Design Solution
      A fine balance between austere and opulent is struck in this kitchen, with dark wood serving as a rustic element while the backsplash speaks of luxury with a near-seamless panel of marble. Interior design by: Global Elite Ventures
      The use of reflective metals in this kitchen serves the dual purpose of camouflaging the appliances and adding a layer of luxury to the monochromatic space. Interior design by: GDY Design & Construction
      This kitchen demonstrates one of the least often seen applications of a kitchen island – as an alternative dining surface and a teppanyaki style stove-top simultaneously. Interior design by: Living Space Creative Design
      While typical kitchens are sequestered behind corners and closed doors, this dry kitchen sits in full view as part of an open layout. Interior design by: D'concepto Design
      The hallmarks of several historical styles converge in this kitchen, along with an abundance of reflective metals and glossy white tiles on the backsplash for a measure of modern flavour. Interior design by: ST Concepts
      A kitchen decorated in rustic industrial style almost requires a striking centrepiece – such as the pictured retro-style fridge from Smeg. Interior design by: Yong Studio
      Another alternative to hiding the kitchen is demonstrated with glass partition walls atop a border of countertops. Interior design by: SQFT Space Design Management
      Composed largely from various tones of wood, this neutral coloured cooking space is given a bit of mirthful colour for an uplifting result. Interior design by: Blaine Robert Design
      Several disparate tones of wood are utilised to accent this all-white kitchen and provide the space with some visual depth. Interior design by: PSQ
      In a departure from the norm, this cooking space embraces its relegation to the outer edges of the home with a practical and intriguing aperture in the wall. Interior design by: Design Spirits
      As with any other monochromatic space, the introduction of a single additional colour provides a some appealing visual complexity. Interior design by: One Roof Kitchen
      This rural-styled kitchen is made memorable with the saturation of its cabinets and countertops in a rarely seen colour – a regal shade of green. Interior design by: Latitude Design
      A specular quality of stone on the countertops, in addition to a similar motif in the tile mosaic of the backsplash, provide this pale kitchen with a subtle dose of texture. Interior design by: Archint Design
      This kitchen demonstrates another variation of speckled motif rendered in tile mosaic, this time to reinforce a monochromatic colour theme. Interior design by: GDY Design & Construction
      Elegance arising from simplicity is demonstrated using nothing more than the requisite neutral palette and straight lines of modern design. Interior design by: Nu Infinity
      Nearly devoid of texture, this kitchen's all-white decor is a deliberate choice made to preserve the perceived width of the space. Interior design by: Deep White Design
      The grains of wood are used to accent this all-white kitchen and unify the space with the neutral coloured décor in the remainder of the home. Interior design by: Architrio design
      In conjunction with the near-complete saturation in white, adjacent planes are kept glossy and reflective to widen the space. Interior design by: Jashen Interior Design
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      Top 30 Bedroom Interior Design Ideas in Malaysia

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      Inspiration is fleeting, which is why we packed a hefty dose of imagery featuring 30 delectable bedrooms to inspire. For this particular dose of inspiration, we took a look at some of the most memorable sleeping quarters we have encountered in order to distill the characteristics that make for visually striking and soul-warming bedrooms.


      This bedroom is coloured in the palette of our time and features a practical combination of entertainment centre and work station. Interior design by: Turn Design
      A black bedstead and a monolithic formation of darkly stained wood make this bedroom distinctly masculine. Interior design by: Sky Creation
      Space for a walk-in wardrobe is carved out by way of glass curtain walls, enveloping the bedstead in a translucent scheathe of modern design. Interior design by: JCS Design Project
      The bedroom is made an alluring distraction from the home office with a thickly tufted carpet and an abundance of plush fabrics decorating the walls. Interior design by: Surface R
      With this bed platform boldly thrust against the sliding balcony doors, the dark wood and reflective metal accents are unified by a generous supply of sunlight. Interior design by: Nu Infinity
      A splash of bold colour and an array of differing textures provide this neutral coloured bedroom with multiple points of attention. Interior design by: IA Interior Design
      A palette largely consisting of wood tones is complemented in classical fashion with accents in white and gold. Interior design by: ST Concepts
      An array of stark, modern lines is simultaneously softened by the reliance on neutral shades and defined with a tentative homage to monochrome. Interior design by: Nu Infinity
      Another example of bold shades used to divert attention is demonstrated in this neutral coloured bedroom. Interior design by: Design Integra
      The sharp lines of modern convention serve as a suitably subtle background for an array of classical details such as the faint Chevron lines mimicking the veins of autumn leaves on the feature wall. Interior design by: SQFT Space Design Management
      A generous panel of stone and a long stretch of capitonné upholstery elevate this neutral coloured space to luxurious heights. Interior design by: Homlux Interior Furnishing
      A frame of modern lines and a largely monochromatic palette sets the stage for attention to fall on the intriguing bedstead. Interior design by: FIX Design Solutions
      This enigmatic bedroom demonstrates a rare blend of tropical materials, modern lines, and shimmering accents. Interior design by: Latitude Design
      This compact bedroom is rendered spacious with a reliance on the neutral palette and sharp lines of modern design. Interior design by: Mode Interior Style
      The ambience of a log cabin is injected into this modern bedroom with an envelope of wood grains.  Interior design by: Mode Interior Style
      With only a limited set of shades and textures, the bed platform and feature wall are presented as the primary points of focus in this space. Interior design by: Architrio
      A variation of the previous bedroom is constructed with a smoother variety of textures for differentiation and a similar set of neutral shades for unification. Interior design by: Architrio
      The allure of simplicity is demonstrated with this bedroom's array of uncomplicated lines and subtle textures. Interior design by: Surface R
      An homage to chaos is formed with the combined effects of the carpet's waves, the haphazard dots on the bedspread, and a colourised bird's-eye view of an iconic New York city street. Interior design by: GDY Design & Construction
      The colour turquoise immediately evokes imagery of cloudless skies in the countryside, and when paired with glistening metal accents, the result is a uniquely luxurious yet provincial décor. Interior design by: Metrics Global
      The use of turquoise in this bedroom's accents serves to soften the cold and hard lines of marbled stone panels in the background.  Interior design by: GDY Design & Construction
      When blended with a generous sprinkling of white accents and wood flooring, the use of turquoise speaks of spacious natural expanses. Interior design by: Homlux Interior Furnishing
      Geometric motifs serve to embellish neutral spaces without detracting from the deliberate simplicity of the décor. Interior design by: PDI Design
      If the simplicity is of lower priority than impressive decoration, a stretch of Damask wall-covering will serve to draw attentions – especially within a frame of simplistic and modern lines. Interior design by: Q1 Interior Concept
      Straight lines make an ideal backdrop for classical accents but the inverse appears to be just as true – as demonstrated with the wooden parquet flooring laid in a repeating herringbone pattern that serves as a background for this bedroom's array of modern lines. Interior design by: IA Interior Design
      As demonstrated in this bedroom, even a monochromatic décor can be made luxurious with differing textures, classical accompaniments, and linear motifs. Interior design by: Casa Indah Design
      The all-white background of this bedroom lies at the extreme end of simplicity, but the introduction of silky grey fabrics and metallic accents paradoxically draws the space into the realm of the luxurious. Interior design by: Regal Violet
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