Art Deco Inspired Interiors

Art Deco style has had a major resurgence almost 100 years after it first came on the scene, as the design world embraces this sleek, graphic and geometric style thanks to the immanent debut of Baz Luhrmann's Gatsby movie. 

We are seeing touches of deco in fashion, hints of it in typography and pinches of it in interiors, and I [Amanda] couldn't be happier. Deco is one of my favourite styles and having so much reference to it around at the moment is making me smile.

Perhaps you love the style too and want to know ways in which you can combine it with contemporary interior design. Well, we have selected a few examples of spaces we feel combine the then and the now very well.

Art Deco style is moody and glamourous. It took its inspiration from the machines of the day; ocean liners, trains, aeroplanes, cars and their chrome finishes, speedy lines and geometric forms. It was a time of opulence and being showy with mirror and velvet and yet could be quite pared back and minimal too. It is a style that evokes emotion and creates amazing spaces to envelope yourself in! 

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DIY Ideas for the Easter Long Weekend

The Easter long weekend is a very popular time to get some DIY done around the house, after all it is a 4 day weekend, so there is plenty of time to get things done. Of course not all the things that need to be fixed up around the house are beautiful or even fun, but we have collected some projects that are both beautiful AND fun, AND they will help you bring some coziness to your home in preparation for Winter. There's a little something for everyone!

1. Painted Wooden Utensils

2. Glass Container Transfers - Including Free Printable

3. Create a Captain's Mirror

4. A Jumper Cushion Cover

5. Paint Stick Pendant

6. DIY Painted Headboard

Enjoy!

Tiles As Art

There are some areas in the house that are difficult to decorate with art, the bathroom is one, and the kitchen can be tricky too. While it is not impossible to hang art on the walls in these rooms, it isn't always practical. Never fear! Why not use tiles in place of art? Creating an interesting and striking design with tiles is easier than you think - however it my require you to step out of your comfort zone at first, to achieve the desired wow factor!

Of course coloured are perhaps the most obvious choice, however the effect can be anything but standard depending on what tiles you choose. A tile with a amazing shape or pattern can be so effective, so too can solid tiles laid in a unique combination or pattern.

If coloured tiles aren't your thing and you prefer the clean and serene look of white tiles, then why not consider a textured tile? Textured white tiles have such great impact, they give a feel of luxury and quality and it's something a lift unexpected! For something truly unique, you could mix and match a number of different textured and smooth tiles in white, cream and other muted neutral tones. Isn't it beautiful?

Another fabulous option for high impact is metallic tiles! They come in a vast number of finishes, tones and shapes and textures allowing you to create the perfectly unique look for your home. Metallic tiles work equally as well in the kitchen and bathroom and would certainly make doing the laundry feel much more luxurious!

So those areas that are tricky to decorate with wall art can be decorated in a whole new way if you extend the idea of wall art to include your tile choices!

Which look do you like best?

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Art in the Kitchen

The kitchen isn't the first place most people think to put art, but as the kitchen is sure to be the heart of your home, why not try something new and add interest, personality and something unexpected by added a gorgeous piece of art to your kitchen walls?!

Art in the kitchen can work with many different styles of decorating - everything from super modern and sleek to ornate and traditional. Of course matching the subject, style and frames to the decor of your kitchen always works, but you can also mix and match styles for something unexpected!

Here are some wonderful examples of art in the kitchen we hope inspire you!

They're amazing aren't they?!

The range at Wallstudio offers some great options that would look just as dramatic and incredible on the walls of your kitchen. The echo reduction option could also help quieten the noise of all those pots and pans, so keep that in mind too!

Do you have art in your kitchen?

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