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      Picture for blog post 「建材科普」喜歡木質感的家居環境?新一代再生綠色建材,CP值遠超於實木!|GRM Composite Wood:A Sustainable Solution Which Enhances Your Living Environment

      「建材科普」喜歡木質感的家居環境?新一代再生綠色建材,CP值遠超於實木!|GRM Composite Wood:A Sustainable Solution Which Enhances Your Living Environment

      Friday, November 20, 2020
      大量的非法伐木活動給地球帶來實質性的破壞,造成地球暖化的現象亦同步推進。本次給大家科普一下建材資訊「環塑木」,它可是同時兼具木材與塑料的優點,是一個具有環保價值、質輕、原木質感的裝飾性材料!
      Picture for blog post 4 Best Mooncake Sets in Malaysia to Sweeten Your Mid-Autumn Festival

      4 Best Mooncake Sets in Malaysia to Sweeten Your Mid-Autumn Festival

      Friday, November 20, 2020
      When creativity is part of the mix, there is more to mooncakes than meets the eye and your tastebuds. As you indulge in the tantalizing flavours and delicious ingredients of different mooncakes, the mooncake boxes are quite a treat too! These four mooncake sets from Hong Kong MX Mooncakes may just get you over the moon this Mid-Autumn Festival!
      Classic Mooncakes by Hong Kong MX Mooncakes New mooncake flavours may abound, but nothing compares to the time-honoured ones made from classic ingredients. If you are one of those who relish traditional mooncakes, you will love this classic-meets-modern mooncake collection from Hong Kong MX Mooncakes which features their well-loved and iconic mooncakes: White Lotus Seed Paste Mooncake with 2 Egg Yolks and Lotus Seed Paste Mooncake with 2 Egg Yolks. In this collection, flavours are kept truly authentic - the delicate and velvety taste of the white lotus flavour as well as the creamy and smooth texture of the lotus seed paste flavour will have mooncake aficionados coming back for more. While these two flavours may be traditional, their gift boxes are designed with a contemporary touch. The gold and red backdrops are graced by a dainty silhouette of the moon fairy to signify the legend behind the festival. Other flavours in this collection include the Classic Mixed Nuts Mooncake packaged in an adorable green box featuring a pair of squirrels as well as the Red Bean Paste Mooncake with 2 Egg Yolks set within a charming red and purple box with two rabbits illustrated on the front.
      Lava Custard Mooncake by Hong Kong MX Mooncakes It is love at first bite with Hong Kong MX Mooncakes' Lava Custard Mooncake. The rich and creamy lava custard filling laced with golden egg yolk is baked within layers of milky crust, giving you a combination of flavours and textures that are simply unforgettable. If you can’t get enough of the creamy lava experience, the Lava Egg Yolk with White Lotus Seed Paste Mooncake would continue to satiate your tastebuds. The lava varieties aside, Hong Kong MX Mooncakes also includes their best-selling Creamy Custard Mooncake which consists of a creamy custard filling and an aromatic crust. Baked with perfection, this mooncake gives you an enjoyable molten experience as well. With the addition of a classic gift box adorned in warm tones and Oriental motifs that blend traditional prosperity emblems and modern artistry, this mooncake collection is a memorable Mid-Autumn gift that would immediately warm the hearts of your recipients. This year, Hong Kong MX Mooncakes also added the Delicate Trio and Custard Duet Mooncake gift boxes to the collection. Delicate Trio includes a surprise flavour - the Lava Caramel Macchiato Mooncake, which is fused with sweet roasted aromas of coffee to accompany your palate as you savour this delightful new flavour.
      Mini Avengers Mooncake Sets by Hong Kong MX Mooncakes Your favourite Marvel superheroes are now the stars of Hong Kong MX Mooncakes’ Mini Avengers Mooncake Sets. While Iron Man, Captain America, Doctor Strange, Thor, Black Widow, Ant-Man, and the Hulk share the spotlight in the ‘Marvel Mini Heroes – Avengers Mooncake Lava Custard Mooncakes', Iron Man, the original Marvel superhero gets the limelight all to himself in the ‘Marvel Mini Heroes – Iron Man Mooncake Lava Custard Mooncakes’. Check out how his eyes, chest and palm light up right on the box! Each gift box comes with four Hong Kong MX Mooncakes’ Signature Lava Custard Mooncakes, a treat utilizing Hong Kong MX Mooncakes’ unique ‘double-bake’ technique that bakes the salted egg yolk first before going into the oven again after incorporating the custard.
      Disney Princess Musical Castle Mooncake Set by Hong Kong MX Mooncakes This Mid-Autumn Festival, celebrate it with a fairytale experience with Hong Kong MX Mooncake’s Disney Princess Musical Castle Mooncake Set. Featuring dancing princesses and melodious music, this Disney Princess mooncake set is Hong Kong MX Mooncake's first musical mooncake gift box, designed to please your sweet tooth, eyes and even ears! As you indulge in the four tasty Creamy Custard Mooncakes, the box serenades you with "A Whole New World", the all-time favourite number from Disney's Aladdin. Just turn the handle at the bottom of the box and watch Snow White, Belle, Jasmine, and Mulan dance gently to the rhythm of the song.
      To find out more about these mooncakes, log on to https://www.facebook.com/hkmxproducts.my/
      Picture for blog post A Modern Raya at Home: Decorating Tips

      A Modern Raya at Home: Decorating Tips

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      The search for seasonal trappings ramps up to a fever pitch as we approach the end of Ramadan and prepare for the highly anticipated Aidilfitri (Eid al-Fitr) celebrations to follow. With little more than a week to assemble the necessary decorations, appliances, and accessories of the season, we prepared this guide to get you ahead of the curve and provide some decorating ideas to get your home ready for the big feast to come.


      Customary Colours

      The first item on your list of things to do would likely have something to do with injecting the colours of the season into your banquet space. While the favoured colour of tradition would be a familiar range of green shades, paint manufacturers such as Dulux recommend pushing the line of convention a little further with the application of alternate colours to complement dashes of green. Dulux’ 2018 Colour Futures (the annual palette of trending colours) contains a range of muted and soft hues, including Heartwood (Dulux’s designated colour of the year), to complement various shades of green. For those looking to craft a luxurious ambiance, Dulux suggests using a range of paint with some shimmer to it - and it just so happens that they’re giving away coffee and food vouchers with purchases of paint from the AmbianceTM Pearl Glo range.


      Symbolic Motifs Image Credit: Nala Designs

      Malaysian batik and textiles adorned with the floral, abstract, or geometric motifs make for striking clothing, but they could also be used as a form of ad-hoc decoration in Aidilfitri-themed interiors. These fabrics could take the place of curtains, or they could simply be draped over furniture to provide layers of complexity in the theme of the season. Alternatively, if you find the colours and patterns of a piece of fabric particularly appealing, you could also transpose them to walls in the form of wallpaper or paint.


      Classical Décor

      With the entire extended family set to visit, you might be planning on setting up an exquisite décor to awe your guests - and with that in mind, we highly recommend looking to classical furniture and accessories such as those provided by The Home Concept Furniture. The timeless quality of classically inspired furniture and decoration has been a mainstay of Malaysian interiors for as long as classical style has been synonymous with prosperity, making this school of aesthetics ideal for portraying a flourishing household.


      Essential Equipment Image Credit: Panasonic

      As it goes without saying that food takes on a central role in our daily lives, a banquet table during Aidilfitri would be incomplete without a simmering pot of rendang. If you are hosting a large gathering, or if you simply want to keep the requisite dishes piping hot until the celebration draws to a close, you should consider getting yourself a crock pot - such as the pictured five-litre slow cooker from Panasonic. Just as with chocolate fountains, the presence of a steadily boiling crock pot among a series of buffet chafer sets will be an attraction on its own.


      Seductive Servingware Image Credit: Vantage

      Beyond being a concern of protocol, making some formal dinnerware available on the banquet table immediately elevates a feast to luxurious heights. For a layer of elegance, consider adding classically inspired platters in white and gold - such as the pictured servingware set from Vantage, or solidly coloured plates and bowls to casually echo the hues of the space.


      Picture for blog post A Modern Raya at Home: Decorating Tips

      A Modern Raya at Home: Decorating Tips

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      The search for seasonal trappings ramps up to a fever pitch as we approach the end of Ramadan and prepare for the highly anticipated Aidilfitri (Eid al-Fitr) celebrations to follow. With little more than a week to assemble the necessary decorations, appliances, and accessories of the season, we prepared this guide to get you ahead of the curve and provide some decorating ideas to get your home ready for the big feast to come.


      Customary Colours

      The first item on your list of things to do would likely have something to do with injecting the colours of the season into your banquet space. While the favoured colour of tradition would be a familiar range of green shades, paint manufacturers such as Dulux recommend pushing the line of convention a little further with the application of alternate colours to complement dashes of green. Dulux’ 2018 Colour Futures (the annual palette of trending colours) contains a range of muted and soft hues, including Heartwood (Dulux’s designated colour of the year), to complement various shades of green. For those looking to craft a luxurious ambiance, Dulux suggests using a range of paint with some shimmer to it - and it just so happens that they’re giving away coffee and food vouchers with purchases of paint from the AmbianceTM Pearl Glo range.


      Symbolic Motifs Image Credit: Nala Designs

      Malaysian batik and textiles adorned with the floral, abstract, or geometric motifs make for striking clothing, but they could also be used as a form of ad-hoc decoration in Aidilfitri-themed interiors. These fabrics could take the place of curtains, or they could simply be draped over furniture to provide layers of complexity in the theme of the season. Alternatively, if you find the colours and patterns of a piece of fabric particularly appealing, you could also transpose them to walls in the form of wallpaper or paint.


      Classical Décor

      With the entire extended family set to visit, you might be planning on setting up an exquisite décor to awe your guests - and with that in mind, we highly recommend looking to classical furniture and accessories such as those provided by The Home Concept Furniture. The timeless quality of classically inspired furniture and decoration has been a mainstay of Malaysian interiors for as long as classical style has been synonymous with prosperity, making this school of aesthetics ideal for portraying a flourishing household.


      Essential Equipment Image Credit: Panasonic

      As it goes without saying that food takes on a central role in our daily lives, a banquet table during Aidilfitri would be incomplete without a simmering pot of rendang. If you are hosting a large gathering, or if you simply want to keep the requisite dishes piping hot until the celebration draws to a close, you should consider getting yourself a crock pot - such as the pictured five-litre slow cooker from Panasonic. Just as with chocolate fountains, the presence of a steadily boiling crock pot among a series of buffet chafer sets will be an attraction on its own.


      Seductive Servingware Image Credit: Vantage

      Beyond being a concern of protocol, making some formal dinnerware available on the banquet table immediately elevates a feast to luxurious heights. For a layer of elegance, consider adding classically inspired platters in white and gold - such as the pictured servingware set from Vantage, or solidly coloured plates and bowls to casually echo the hues of the space.


      Picture for blog post Choosing the Right Decorative Style for You

      Choosing the Right Decorative Style for You

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      We've looked at kitchen countertop materials to describe various materials and how they may be suited to different personalities – but until now, we have not attempted to apply that same perspective to decorative styles. While decorative styles are probably as varied as people, we have been seeing some similar personalities gravitating towards particular aesthetic styles – which we will attempt to describe here for the benefit of anyone who might be in the midst of finding themselves and their preferred decorative style.

      There are innumerable methods for analysing personality, but perhaps the most stringently tested theoretical framework would be that of the Big Five personality traits (openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism) – which will be the theory we adopt here in order to generally associate a particular decorative style with a dominant personality trait.


      Openness

      One of the first Big Five personality traits to be discussed is usually an individual's "openness to experience" – which roughly translates to a person's imagination and bravery to venture into uncharted waters. A person who is considered high in "openness" is regarded as being receptive to variety – easily gravitating towards learning, art, or other creative pursuits; while a person low in "openness" will display a preference for routine and representational works of art such as classical sculptures rather than abstract or interpretive designs.

      It takes a certain kind of bravery to seek out and incorporate unconventional features — such as the pictured loft space, made accessible with the addition of an industrial attic (loft) ladder. Interior design by: Nice-Style Refurbishment

      Historically accurate decorative styles such as faithful classicism may not be ideal for highly open individuals, who tend to prefer more varied, esoteric, or eccentric blends of styles to reflect their unique tastes. An open person would seek to forge a unique décor wherever possible – perhaps even going as far as rearranging entire floor plans to achieve something different. On the flipside, a less open person may gravitate toward styles that are more commonly represented in today's homes – or even a style representing something from childhood – while adhering to the convention of the day as much as possible.


      Conscientiousness

      Describing how people react to expectations of society at large, a person high in conscientiousness is more likely to consider rules both written and unspoken – such as is required when attempting to pay tribute to classical aesthetics. A highly conscientious person considers the experience of guests and visitors more than their own comfort, and will likely seek out a familiar décor – such as a variation of modern contemporary or classical modern style – to achieve a comforting ambience for the benefit of others while aiming for the hallmarks of luxury.

      A conscientious homeowner seeks to enforce implicit aesthetic rules rather than break them. Designer: Design Integra

      A less conscientious individual may be seen as unpredictable and impulsive – and the right decorative style in this case is more a matter of personal preference than anything else.  A person low in conscientiousness will likely gravitate towards a unique décor to represent their singular personalities, rather than adhering to convention for the satisfaction of guests.


      Extraversion

      The dichotomy of extraversion and introversion is perhaps the most popular of facets in personality research – a person is considered extroverted when they display an innate attraction for social activity, while an introvert is one who values alone-time over a stint of hanging out.

      The home of an extravert will more than likely present bold shades favoured by exuberant personalities. Interior design by: Surface R

      Extroverts plan their home around social events, considering factors like the placement of extra seating and opting for bold colours rather than relying on a neutral palette. Introverts, on the other hand, will prefer to design for personal comfort and use softer colours in the creation of solitary spaces such as the study or the bedroom.


      Agreeableness

      A person is considered agreeable when they display a high sensitivity for the feelings of others – and their decorative choices might closer reflect the norms of modern styling, while less agreeable individuals may be seen as being more concerned with their own avenues of self-expression.

      Individuals high in agreeableness will tend to prioritise the familiarity of the neutral palette and twentieth-century designs over self-expression. Interior design by: Alpex Design

      The most intriguing and awe-inspiring decorative styles are to be found in the homes of less agreeable individuals – while one can expect something more contemporary, less esoteric, and with greater mass-appeal in the home of an agreeable person.


      Neuroticism

      As a measure of emotional stability and how well a person copes with stress, the trait of neuroticism is not as well associated with any particular decorative style as any of the four previously described personality traits – but some conclusions can still be drawn. For instance, a highly neurotic person with a stressful career may have no use or appreciation for a study — the mere sight of a workstation may elicit feelings of frustration in the home.

      A carefree personality, low in neuroticism, lets stress roll right off and wouldn't be the least bit disturbed by clutter or asymmetry. Interior design by: Pins Studio

      Neuroticism also informs how one deals with clutter in the home, a person who is more inclined to keep spaces clean, and is also less willing to cope with the stress of a mess, will likely be on the lookout for storage options – while the messier and less neurotic among us may not have even considered cleaning up at all.

      Picture for blog post The Parenting Personality Palette

      The Parenting Personality Palette

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      Nippon Paint Malaysia uncovers some of the key parenting personality traits based on your most frequented colour!

      Did you know that your favourite colour reveals your dominant parenting style? Certain studies on the psychology of colour that have been carried out indicate that your preferred colour closely reflects some of your most dominant personality traits and strongest characteristics; even down to the various ways in which you behave towards your child (or children!). Take for instance, parents who prefer the blue hues are often regarded as more dependable and calm figures whilst those who gravitate towards brighter shades are known to be more assertive parents with a stronger personality. If you have more than ONE favourite colour, you may not have all the traits from one particular colour, but instead your parenting style comprises of a mixture of the various characteristics. Let’s say if you’re fond of hues such as pink and yellow, you may have a sensitive personality with enthusiastic vibes.

      Read on below to find out if your favourite shade closely reflects your parenting traits.


      The Parenting Personality Palette

      It’s time to reflect upon your true colours and see if your favourite colour resonates closely with your respective parenting traits.

      Nippon Paint Malaysia offers a wide range of colours that matches your parenting personality to the tee, ranging from dark to the lighter spectrum of hues, from warmer to cooler colour shades. There’s mocha brown, khaki green, rose-pink… and the list goes on!

      How about taking inspiration to the next level and reflecting your parenting personality colour(s) on the walls of your home?

      Here are some colours from Nippon Paint to consider for your next redecorating project at home featuring your parenting personality colour complemented with other suitable shades:


      The Calm & Collected (Blue)

      The colour blue is recognised as the most calming shade of the colour spectrum, which makes it one of the top choices of favourite colours around the world. If you find yourself not overreacting to your children most of the time, the colour blue reflects your calm persona best.

      To create overall soothing vibes all around your home, select colours such as light green, or a light peach to fully complement your blue themed walls. If you’re a true-blue fan, you could even opt for pairing the palest blue with navy without overwhelming your entire room.

      True Blue | PB 1534 D | #1886C1
      Mortar Board | N 2040 P | #BDBAB3
      Villa Green | BGG 1682 T | #C8D782

      The Enthusiastic Ones (Red)

      Red is known to be a strong colour that resonates well amongst those that carry a more dominating trait. Parents who favour the colour red are typically strong-willed – and much like the colour, they do not easily give in to a child’s requests.

      However, in a home, everything in the colour red may be too overwhelming… so why not try balance red with softer shades such as light grey or neutral beige tones for a greater contrast?

      Knockout Red | R 1281 A | #BD3543
      Ultra Smooth | OW 1020 P | #F2E6D0
      Quaker Gray| N 2005 P | #AAB5B9

      The Nurturing Couple (Pink)

      Those who like the colour pink often convey a reassuring ear to their children and see things in a positive light in most situations. While light pink is gentler on the eyes; some are a fan of brighter pinks such as fuchsia which also look great on walls if paired with clean colours such as beige or the lightest shade of yellow.

      If you’re a fan of lighter shades of pink, try complementing this with light pink tones for a classy look or opt for striking blue for fun vibes.

      Fast Car | AC 2076 A | #C04363
      Autumn Lights | YO 1213 P | #FEBF96
      Pool Side | BGG 1602T | #5ACDBE

      The Fair Minded (Green)

      A colour that reflects the personality of a calm yet logical and analytical figure who often takes a more supportive and nurturing approach at most instances. If you find yourself reasoning with your child or children over their actions, green is the colour for you. Being a neutral shade, green can be paired with almost any shade on the colour wheel, depending on the desired ambience for your room.

      To fully resonate with your calm personality, go along the lines of a pastel pink with a soft peach shade. Otherwise, for those who prefer strong green undertones, match your green feature wall with a light oak brown shade for a down-to-earth vibe.

      Torrents | BGG 1758D | #7A8066
      Seaside Lodge | BGG 1599D | #BEE9E0
      Lovely Jewels | YO 1216P | #FEC8AE

      The Cool Ones (Yellow)

      Yellow represents the colour of enthusiastic parents who are often easily excitable over most things, their children included. When you think yellow, the first word that comes to mind is ‘bright’! …which makes the colour an easy feat to match with two extremes, either choosing to pair it with a pale colour or opting for colours on the darker end of the spectrum.

      For a dark colour, shades such green or grey makes for a good contrast against any yellow-themed feature wall. For an earthier tone, opt for colours such as brown.

      Silent Bliss | YO 1166P | #F4E0BF
      Sweet Escapade | BGG 1759T | #A9B295
      Genteel | OW 1088P | #D7DCD8

      Here are some top tips to consider when repainting your home!

      1. To ensure a safe environment for your child/children, try a child-safe odorless paint from Nippon Paint’s Child Wellness Range (For more information, log on to: www.nipponpaint.com.my/childwellness)
      1. Opt for colours which are contrasting to your feature wall for a vibrant look

       

      1. Measure the space of each room to get an estimated amount of paint required

       

      1. Care for the walls of your home by ensuring proper preparation is carried out (i.e priming the walls prior to painting)

       

      1. Have a rough idea on your overall colour theme. Fret not if you’re unsure of what colour suits your room best and opt for expert advice from Nippon Paint’s Colour Scheme Professional Services at www.colourscheme.com.my to get the perfect recommended shades for your rooms.

      If you’re looking to repaint the walls of your home but are unsure where to begin, visit www.nipponpaint.com.my to spark some inspiration!

      Text and images by Nippon Paint
      Picture for blog post Choosing the Right Decorative Style for You

      Choosing the Right Decorative Style for You

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      We've looked at kitchen countertop materials to describe various materials and how they may be suited to different personalities – but until now, we have not attempted to apply that same perspective to decorative styles. While decorative styles are probably as varied as people, we have been seeing some similar personalities gravitating towards particular aesthetic styles – which we will attempt to describe here for the benefit of anyone who might be in the midst of finding themselves and their preferred decorative style.

      There are innumerable methods for analysing personality, but perhaps the most stringently tested theoretical framework would be that of the Big Five personality traits (openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism) – which will be the theory we adopt here in order to generally associate a particular decorative style with a dominant personality trait.


      Openness

      One of the first Big Five personality traits to be discussed is usually an individual's "openness to experience" – which roughly translates to a person's imagination and bravery to venture into uncharted waters. A person who is considered high in "openness" is regarded as being receptive to variety – easily gravitating towards learning, art, or other creative pursuits; while a person low in "openness" will display a preference for routine and representational works of art such as classical sculptures rather than abstract or interpretive designs.

      It takes a certain kind of bravery to seek out and incorporate unconventional features — such as the pictured loft space, made accessible with the addition of an industrial attic (loft) ladder. Interior design by: Nice-Style Refurbishment

      Historically accurate decorative styles such as faithful classicism may not be ideal for highly open individuals, who tend to prefer more varied, esoteric, or eccentric blends of styles to reflect their unique tastes. An open person would seek to forge a unique décor wherever possible – perhaps even going as far as rearranging entire floor plans to achieve something different. On the flipside, a less open person may gravitate toward styles that are more commonly represented in today's homes – or even a style representing something from childhood – while adhering to the convention of the day as much as possible.


      Conscientiousness

      Describing how people react to expectations of society at large, a person high in conscientiousness is more likely to consider rules both written and unspoken – such as is required when attempting to pay tribute to classical aesthetics. A highly conscientious person considers the experience of guests and visitors more than their own comfort, and will likely seek out a familiar décor – such as a variation of modern contemporary or classical modern style – to achieve a comforting ambience for the benefit of others while aiming for the hallmarks of luxury.

      A conscientious homeowner seeks to enforce implicit aesthetic rules rather than break them. Designer: Design Integra

      A less conscientious individual may be seen as unpredictable and impulsive – and the right decorative style in this case is more a matter of personal preference than anything else.  A person low in conscientiousness will likely gravitate towards a unique décor to represent their singular personalities, rather than adhering to convention for the satisfaction of guests.


      Extraversion

      The dichotomy of extraversion and introversion is perhaps the most popular of facets in personality research – a person is considered extroverted when they display an innate attraction for social activity, while an introvert is one who values alone-time over a stint of hanging out.

      The home of an extravert will more than likely present bold shades favoured by exuberant personalities. Interior design by: Surface R

      Extroverts plan their home around social events, considering factors like the placement of extra seating and opting for bold colours rather than relying on a neutral palette. Introverts, on the other hand, will prefer to design for personal comfort and use softer colours in the creation of solitary spaces such as the study or the bedroom.


      Agreeableness

      A person is considered agreeable when they display a high sensitivity for the feelings of others – and their decorative choices might closer reflect the norms of modern styling, while less agreeable individuals may be seen as being more concerned with their own avenues of self-expression.

      Individuals high in agreeableness will tend to prioritise the familiarity of the neutral palette and twentieth-century designs over self-expression. Interior design by: Alpex Design

      The most intriguing and awe-inspiring decorative styles are to be found in the homes of less agreeable individuals – while one can expect something more contemporary, less esoteric, and with greater mass-appeal in the home of an agreeable person.


      Neuroticism

      As a measure of emotional stability and how well a person copes with stress, the trait of neuroticism is not as well associated with any particular decorative style as any of the four previously described personality traits – but some conclusions can still be drawn. For instance, a highly neurotic person with a stressful career may have no use or appreciation for a study — the mere sight of a workstation may elicit feelings of frustration in the home.

      A carefree personality, low in neuroticism, lets stress roll right off and wouldn't be the least bit disturbed by clutter or asymmetry. Interior design by: Pins Studio

      Neuroticism also informs how one deals with clutter in the home, a person who is more inclined to keep spaces clean, and is also less willing to cope with the stress of a mess, will likely be on the lookout for storage options – while the messier and less neurotic among us may not have even considered cleaning up at all.

      Picture for blog post The Parenting Personality Palette

      The Parenting Personality Palette

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      Nippon Paint Malaysia uncovers some of the key parenting personality traits based on your most frequented colour!

      Did you know that your favourite colour reveals your dominant parenting style? Certain studies on the psychology of colour that have been carried out indicate that your preferred colour closely reflects some of your most dominant personality traits and strongest characteristics; even down to the various ways in which you behave towards your child (or children!). Take for instance, parents who prefer the blue hues are often regarded as more dependable and calm figures whilst those who gravitate towards brighter shades are known to be more assertive parents with a stronger personality. If you have more than ONE favourite colour, you may not have all the traits from one particular colour, but instead your parenting style comprises of a mixture of the various characteristics. Let’s say if you’re fond of hues such as pink and yellow, you may have a sensitive personality with enthusiastic vibes.

      Read on below to find out if your favourite shade closely reflects your parenting traits.


      The Parenting Personality Palette

      It’s time to reflect upon your true colours and see if your favourite colour resonates closely with your respective parenting traits.

      Nippon Paint Malaysia offers a wide range of colours that matches your parenting personality to the tee, ranging from dark to the lighter spectrum of hues, from warmer to cooler colour shades. There’s mocha brown, khaki green, rose-pink… and the list goes on!

      How about taking inspiration to the next level and reflecting your parenting personality colour(s) on the walls of your home?

      Here are some colours from Nippon Paint to consider for your next redecorating project at home featuring your parenting personality colour complemented with other suitable shades:


      The Calm & Collected (Blue)

      The colour blue is recognised as the most calming shade of the colour spectrum, which makes it one of the top choices of favourite colours around the world. If you find yourself not overreacting to your children most of the time, the colour blue reflects your calm persona best.

      To create overall soothing vibes all around your home, select colours such as light green, or a light peach to fully complement your blue themed walls. If you’re a true-blue fan, you could even opt for pairing the palest blue with navy without overwhelming your entire room.

      True Blue | PB 1534 D | #1886C1
      Mortar Board | N 2040 P | #BDBAB3
      Villa Green | BGG 1682 T | #C8D782

      The Enthusiastic Ones (Red)

      Red is known to be a strong colour that resonates well amongst those that carry a more dominating trait. Parents who favour the colour red are typically strong-willed – and much like the colour, they do not easily give in to a child’s requests.

      However, in a home, everything in the colour red may be too overwhelming… so why not try balance red with softer shades such as light grey or neutral beige tones for a greater contrast?

      Knockout Red | R 1281 A | #BD3543
      Ultra Smooth | OW 1020 P | #F2E6D0
      Quaker Gray| N 2005 P | #AAB5B9

      The Nurturing Couple (Pink)

      Those who like the colour pink often convey a reassuring ear to their children and see things in a positive light in most situations. While light pink is gentler on the eyes; some are a fan of brighter pinks such as fuchsia which also look great on walls if paired with clean colours such as beige or the lightest shade of yellow.

      If you’re a fan of lighter shades of pink, try complementing this with light pink tones for a classy look or opt for striking blue for fun vibes.

      Fast Car | AC 2076 A | #C04363
      Autumn Lights | YO 1213 P | #FEBF96
      Pool Side | BGG 1602T | #5ACDBE

      The Fair Minded (Green)

      A colour that reflects the personality of a calm yet logical and analytical figure who often takes a more supportive and nurturing approach at most instances. If you find yourself reasoning with your child or children over their actions, green is the colour for you. Being a neutral shade, green can be paired with almost any shade on the colour wheel, depending on the desired ambience for your room.

      To fully resonate with your calm personality, go along the lines of a pastel pink with a soft peach shade. Otherwise, for those who prefer strong green undertones, match your green feature wall with a light oak brown shade for a down-to-earth vibe.

      Torrents | BGG 1758D | #7A8066
      Seaside Lodge | BGG 1599D | #BEE9E0
      Lovely Jewels | YO 1216P | #FEC8AE

      The Cool Ones (Yellow)

      Yellow represents the colour of enthusiastic parents who are often easily excitable over most things, their children included. When you think yellow, the first word that comes to mind is ‘bright’! …which makes the colour an easy feat to match with two extremes, either choosing to pair it with a pale colour or opting for colours on the darker end of the spectrum.

      For a dark colour, shades such green or grey makes for a good contrast against any yellow-themed feature wall. For an earthier tone, opt for colours such as brown.

      Silent Bliss | YO 1166P | #F4E0BF
      Sweet Escapade | BGG 1759T | #A9B295
      Genteel | OW 1088P | #D7DCD8

      Here are some top tips to consider when repainting your home!

      1. To ensure a safe environment for your child/children, try a child-safe odorless paint from Nippon Paint’s Child Wellness Range (For more information, log on to: www.nipponpaint.com.my/childwellness)
      1. Opt for colours which are contrasting to your feature wall for a vibrant look

       

      1. Measure the space of each room to get an estimated amount of paint required

       

      1. Care for the walls of your home by ensuring proper preparation is carried out (i.e priming the walls prior to painting)

       

      1. Have a rough idea on your overall colour theme. Fret not if you’re unsure of what colour suits your room best and opt for expert advice from Nippon Paint’s Colour Scheme Professional Services at www.colourscheme.com.my to get the perfect recommended shades for your rooms.

      If you’re looking to repaint the walls of your home but are unsure where to begin, visit www.nipponpaint.com.my to spark some inspiration!

      Text and images by Nippon Paint
      Picture for blog post 5个必看多功能家具

      5个必看多功能家具

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      在这个倾向智能化的时代,就连室内设计这回事也无法逃脱。随着 3C 的进步,Smart Home System 也逐渐受到市场的欢迎。但如果你的居家已有一定的年纪,要立刻植入 Smart Home 却不被上一代接受该怎么办?

      Creative Home Malaysia   为你重点整理出 5 个你可以下手的新发明,可以协助你达到智能化的家具。
      1. 墙上折叠式餐桌
      折叠式的家具可说是智能居家的发明之一。在有限的居家环境里,折叠式的桌子成为了最好的帮手,唯有在需要的时候才打开来使用。其余的时候,可以轻易地折叠收纳,让空间更充裕,不失为智能家居的发明。   2. 伸缩式垫子 你是否还在为你的客厅找寻符合风格的单人沙发?小编觉得你可以考虑多功能伸缩型沙发。布袋可折叠起来,利落地成为单人坐位,但也有着一个隐藏性功能。例如你可以在需要的时候摊开 “内陷”,它将立马变身成为垫子。 3. 调整型架子 如图中的设计,架子在摊平的时候可以成为一张称职的餐桌,反之它还有其他用途。例如,将它倾斜并且固定住的话可作为楼梯式置物架;如果将它直立它便会成为一个开放式架子。这样就表示着它需要什么它就会变成什么,让你可以减少家中的大型家具,而是靠它解决。   4. 伸缩隐藏性楼梯 在厨房收纳上,很多处于高处的收纳柜都被荒废着,因此有了这项发明。这个隐藏式的楼梯被设计在细小的缝隙中,处于厨柜和厨柜之间的小缝隙。在这里,你只需要拖出,轻松就可以帮助你厨房的收纳。   5. 变身小灯饰 Lumio 它的外表被设计为一本书,可以让用户随身携带,无需固定在同一个地方。另外,你希望的亮度,呈现出来的视觉效果都可以自己调整。 从上述的5中特别发明中,可以知道对于室内设计的一切进步,都源自于人们的需求。一切无论是大型家具/小型灯饰都有个共同点:客制化,让用户可以随心所欲! 文章由 J 编辑 更多文章:SemiDModernJapaneseStyle
      Picture for blog post 颜色配得好,空间自然高级!

      颜色配得好,空间自然高级!

      Friday, November 20, 2020

      在欧美国家,完备的设计团队里通常会有专门的色彩设计师,来替大家完成家居整体的风格定夺。

      但是国内就很少有这样的设计师,那么不懂得色彩搭配的我们也想将自己的家打造成点赞超多的网红之家该怎么做呢?

      首先你得掌握一些色彩方面的知识,多看一些配色的案例。

      只要提高了自己的色彩知识和审美水平,就能完成空间变形的魔法哦(让你的家看上去大一倍)!

      最关键还能省一大笔装修预算,颜色用的好,高级感自然而然就来了,根本不必靠钱去堆砌~

      【家居色彩小入门】 01/ 法则 尽量整体多使用低纯度的色彩 纯度,是色彩的鲜艳程度。 孩子们一般喜欢的明黄、翠绿都属于高纯度。最近流行的黑白灰性冷淡风,则属于低纯度。 在家居中,高纯度的颜色最好不要大面积使用。 从健康上说,它们让眼睛负担过重,长时间盯着看容易引起头晕、烦躁、易怒等后果; 从品味上说,它们很难搭配,大面积的使用容易造成审美疲劳,也容易让家居风格变得土气。 02/ 法则 使用色彩来改变视觉空间 其实颜色也可以从视觉上改变空间大小,所以用对了配色,你的家可能能大20平方! 纯度低、明度高、冷色相的颜色,就能放大空间。 ▲明显显得空间空旷了很多 而纯度高、明度高、暖色相的就是膨胀色,比如明黄色、橙红色,它们看上去像太阳一样发光发热,会让小空间显得更拥挤、燥热。 ▲明显显得空间狭小了很多 浅色有上升感,深色有下坠感。所以层高低的房间,可以在顶面用浅色、地面和家具用深色,强行拉开顶、地的视觉距离。 ▲天窗也是一样的道理 03/ 法则 控制空间色彩数量 黑白灰之所以那么流行,就是大家渐渐知道,对于家居设计,简约就是美。可是,简约不代表就一定只能选择性冷淡的颜色哦。 有个流行说法:空间配色不得超过三种。(当然并不包括黑白灰这些无颜色系) 颜色少搭配起来相对容易,对于没有多少配色经验的人来说还是有意义的。不过,颜色少却能让空间看上去十分的立体丰富还是需要功力的,因为除颜色之外,还要考虑花纹图案、材质等因素。 下面小编就搜罗了几种配色方案,能让家居设计更加高级和有质感。  “莫兰迪”色系  家具配色的最高境界 学过绘画的小伙伴一看也应该就懂了,所谓的“莫兰迪色”不就是高级灰嘛,画面平和自然,舒缓雅致,有一种静态的和谐美,其实也就是现在大家所说的“性冷淡”风格。 颜色简单却不单调,虽然失去了原本饱和度的强烈和浓重,反而显得更柔和优雅,在家装中运用得好会显得很有高级感和温柔感。 ▲由于灰色的清冷气质难以驾驭,搭配不好就很容易营造出一种生硬冰冷的感觉,缺乏生活气息,容易产生距离感。所以可以结合各种类型的布艺家具来达到冷色系和暖色系之间的平衡。 ▲如果你真的觉得灰色有点单调,那就用极具时尚腔调的灯光来渲染,以光泽感带来无与伦比的视觉效果,让喜怒无常的空间变得高级又有范儿。 ▲有人说,品味极好的商务男士最爱这种配色的厨房,灰色与生俱来的低调与厚重,与男士身上彰显的绅士气度不谋而合。 ▲纯净的灰色会营造出一种空间扩大感,水泥的质感也有那么一点复古的工业气息。 ▲如果不知道要买什么色系的床品,灰色一定不会错,效果总好过那些卡通人物和民国大牡丹。  蓝色系  那一抹深邃优雅的风情 绿色系  从时尚界到家居界的新宠儿   更多文章:延禧攻略室内设计
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