Showing posts with label peacock. Show all posts
Showing posts with label peacock. Show all posts

Friday, March 27, 2015

The Birds Are Back



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Looking out my office window, I can see birds flitting around the backyard and water fowl flying across the sky.  Despite the lingering snow, the birds know that spring has officially arrived and design trends reflect their renewed presence.  Bird motifs occupy every facet of home decor and have been the most popular image in interior design since the time of the Egyptians.  Many designers
like to plan interiors around artwork featuring bird life.  In the photo below, the owl painting inspires the rich color scheme for all the furnishings in the living room.
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In the next photo, water fowl in an Audubon print dictate the woodsy tones and casual design of the family room.
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The following two photos feature examples of artwork where the bold bird colors brighten the space and add a whimsical feeling to the rooms.
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Collections of framed bird prints punctuate the walls in the two photos below and add drama whether the palette of the furnishings is neutral or very colorful.

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The peacock has always been a favorite design motif for it's dramatic style and bold colors.  In the next three photos, I like the variety of ways the peacock is represented in the overall design for its' color palette, the details in the feathers, and its' elegant shape.
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Fabrics used throughout the home confirm the versatility and appeal of bird designs.  The cheerful patterns and colors enhance the mood of any room and bring Nature directly into the interiors.

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Bird motifs for wall decoration provide many possibilities for creating fascinating backgrounds to any room.  I love the classic beauty of handpainted de Gournay wallpaper showcased in the following photos.  They are especially suited to luxurious living and dining spaces.
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Bird-themed wallpapers energize the contemporary design of the following rooms to create vibrant backgrounds for the modern furnishings.



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Bird life in bedrooms bring decorative beauty and enhance the tranquility of our most intimate spaces. The following photos show rooms that are exotic, modern and traditional, all featuring
the charming appeal of birds in the trees around us like waking up to birdsong out the window.


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I find bird-themed wallpapers and painted designs to be especially charming in guest bathrooms as in the photos below.  They say alot about the personality of the homeowners and create drama in a small space.

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Childrens' bedrooms and playrooms are wonderful places to incorporate the fun and activity of birds.
In the photos below, the silhouette of trees and birds expands the small space like a window at the end of the room.  The bright-eyed owls flourish in the following colorful baby room.

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Popular bird motifs and accessories include birdcages, nests and birdhouses.  It is always delightful to include these images and items in a design scheme and they can be used throughout the home and garden.

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When someone speaks of having "the nesting urge", we know it means the desire to create
a happy and nurturing environment. How do you like to nest?
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Monday, September 1, 2014

Fashion for the Home

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The season is changing, New York Fashion Week is soon upon us and everyone is thinking about a new fall dress or slipcover for the sofa.   The world of fashion has always had a major impact on interior design and it's always fun and exciting to see how both industries influence each other.  The Pantone Color of the Year for 2014 is Orchid and the photos below illustrate how this color has prevailed in both fashion and home furnishings.
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Blue and White is an enduring color scheme that never loses favor.  This year was no exception with a strong preference for denim as well as other dazzling blue colors.
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In 2011, emerald green was the color of the year.  Most recently the color green was saturated with teal while peacock hues and designs paraded through every facet of fashion and items for the home.


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The global market has inspired a fascination with the patterns and colors of many different cultures.
Asian influences are always an important element in design and I really like the following examples.
Bold and exciting colors predominate, with an emphasis on yellow.

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In contrast, black and white, graphic patterns and architectural details have all been frequently seen on the runways and in the showrooms.
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As I described in a previous blog, floral colors and patterns are always favorites for both fashion and interior designers.  Going far beyond our grandmothers' chintz curtains, a more modern approach is evident in the following wallpapers and fabrics.
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As a designer, I look forward to seeing the focus of fashion and design in the year ahead.  I know I will be excited as I convey the variety of new options to my clients in future projects.  What will be your inspiration?