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Monday, 27 April 2015

DON'T BE SQUARE! IT'S HIP TO BE ROUND.

When designing a space, it's important to create some sort of balance. That doesn't mean creating boring spaces by following some sort of set formula. It's about seeing what you have and ensuring there's interest and flow. The spaces we live in tend to come with ready made square lines - walls, ceilings, doors, windows, floorboards, tiles ... We then often add pieces with more square lines, in the form of rectangular or square dining tables, sofas, consoles, cabinets, rugs, beds etc. It all ends up looking harsh and angular. Incorporating circular or curved shapes can soften a space and make it visually interesting. In fact, a study conducted a couple of years ago by a team of researchers and led by psychologist Oshin Vartanian, found that most people are more likely to consider a room beautiful when it features curves. And here's the heavy stuff - it appears we're hard-wired to do so. Yup! The researchers at the University of Colorado found that our emotional responses change based on the shapes and formations of rooms and buildings. Curved designs stimulate the part of our brain linked to emotion. Put simply, curves appeal to the eye and heart more so than straight lines and angles. So here's where the balancing act is important. If you're not lucky enough to have circular architectural elements such as rounded windows or domed ceilings, try layering in circular shapes in your fixtures and decor. Think about adding rounded lighting, a circle rug, an oval dining table, a round bathtub, mosaic tiles, or perhaps even a round sofa (gasp!!). Curves are back, baby, and they look damn fine!

Source: @pocodesigns

Damien Langlois-Meurinne

Kelly Wearstler via @pocodesigns

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Hotel San Giorgio, Mykonos

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Photograph & styling by Paulina Arcklin

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Friday, 17 October 2014

JUST HANG!

There's something about hammocks and hanging chairs that entice you to chill out, relax and just hang about with not a care in the world. They can magically transport you to a place of complete serenity. With all the stresses in our lives, it's important to factor in chill-out zones in our homes. And while you'd expect to see a hammock or hanging chair out on the deck or by the pool, have you thought about placing one indoors? Pretty freakin' awesome, if you ask me! That's not to say you shouldn't have them outdoors. Go for it! Of course, they're a little trickier to install than opting for a simple armchair - you need to ensure you bolt them to support beams in the ceiling or wall. This is important so you and your ceilings don't come crashing down! But once installed properly, they can provide a fun and playful element to your home. And that can't be a bad thing in my book. There's also a childlike quality to things that hang and swing in the air, encouraging squeals of delight. Coupled with a cocktail in hand, they're the perfect recipe for total bliss.

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Image via @byronbayhangingchairs

Styling Cleo Scheulderman, Photography Jeroen van der Spek Hier. vtwonen.nl

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Wednesday, 15 October 2014

PRETTY IN PINK

With Spring in the air, everything just looks so damn pretty, doesn't it? And a colour that seems to be popping up a lot lately is pink. I'm not a big fan of "pretty", however pink has been on my radar for a little while now. I like the unexpected pop on surfaces and designs you wouldn't normally associate with pink, such as concrete and warm metals like copper and bronze. And check out those pink doors! I'm especially loving it in pale blushes on walls and paired with either navy/indigo or with ecru and blonde timbers. I think the trick with pink is to avoid the bubblegum tones and either go with a loud, bold pop like a watermelon or hot pink or choose a softer, "dirtier" shade with a hint of black. Check out Dulux's Pink Marble for a soft muted salmon pink that would suit a Scandi style interior. Try to avoid the sugary pinks that can make a room look like a little girl's nursery. In fact, I'd avoid those even for a nursery! Choosing just the right tone can make a space look either soft and feminine or cool and edgy.