Rustic interior design finds its roots in nature. It aims to capture and emphasise the beauty and unrefined simplicity of the outdoors. It features natural materials that are often handmade or finished in neutral colours, as well as simple, shabby chic or distressed furniture. Rustic design highlights earthy textures and materials such as stone and […]
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Traditional Interior Design Traditional interior design imitates classic European decor. It’s a familiar, comforting interior design style that has roots in the traditions of many past generations while not being tied to a particular era. Traditional interior design became popular in the 20th century as postwar suburbs expanded and people wanted to reflect the interior
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Victorian interior design stems from the Industrial Revolution era which has had a major effect on design during the era, improving the affluence of the middle class and allowing them to advance and elevate the decor of their homes. A lot of people opt for architecture and furnishings that had previously only been available to
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Interior designers are forever searching for inspiration to better our homes to create beautiful spaces allowing us to escape from everyday life. Usually with trends we think what was in fashion years ago is now retro and bold. Contemporary Vintage The admiration of vintage styles remains apace and the 60s and 70s are back. Nevertheless,
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Trying to decorate your home by yourself can sometimes be tricky. You may find yourself often asking ‘am I doing this right? ‘when it comes to every decision. Someone with a trained eye and years of experience can easily call out some of the possible pitfalls. Colour Choices Colour and light and the connection between
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Here are some of the top trends by interior designers in 2017 for a luxurious home this summer Tropical Trend Sun is a rarity in the UK, but that doesn’t stop us staying sunny indoors. Exotic designs patterned with large-fronded ferns, and quirky wallpapers full of big cats, crocodiles and mischievous monkeys, this time of
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Unity: Unity is the interior designer’s idea and the honesty and thoughtfulness that is used to achieve the idea. When designing a home, it’s important to ensure the furniture and colours relate to each other. Use similar colours, patterns, lines, and shames to create unity. But do this creatively to steer away from dullness. Too
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All homes need furniture. Yet most people find it hard to source the correct furniture for their needs. Where do you begin? Begin with the basics. This applies to all homes, every room, and every situation. Everyone requires specific furniture items, regardless of the property you live in. For example, you will need a bed
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Zehnder is a Swiss based company and has been established for over 100 years. At fci we have the pleasure of stocking their amazing interior design innovative radiators as well as sourcing others. All their pieces are designed by famous international designers and stand for a contemporary and self-conscious savoir-vivre. They merge perfectly into present
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Weather you feel a confident gardener or not at all, we all agree we like the garden to look good. Something as simple as taking a few steps to make the outside space look inviting, even for a few days of sun to appear, can lift a mood and add value to a house tremendously.
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