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You’ve Heard Of Hygge. But Have You Heard Of Lagom?
January 17, 2017

You’ve Heard Of Hygge. But Have You Heard Of Lagom?

If you’ve been embroiled in interior design projects over the last year or so and have bought all sorts of lovely living room furniture, then you’re sure to have come across the term ‘hygge’ before. The concept of hygge, a Scandinavian word, is basically all about being cosy, comfortable and enjoying a simpler more relaxed way of life.Head off to Instagram and search for the hashtag #hygge if you want to see what all the fuss is about and to get a few ideas as to how you could incorporate this trend into your own home. It’s all about calm colour palettes, natural textures and materials, and minimalistic clean lines when it comes to interior design and hygge – and the best thing about Instagram is that it couldn’t be easier to find inspiration for your home décor on the site.However, there’s a new kid on the block when it comes to interior trends and if you’ve somehow missed the hygge furore, you might want to bypass it in favour of the Swedish concept of ‘lagom’. This might actually be a bit easier to translate as an idea into interior design, since it means ‘just the right amount’. Think of...

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6 Interior Design Trends For 2017
December 21, 2016

6 Interior Design Trends For 2017

With a new year on the horizon, no doubt many of you are planning home improvement projects to give your house a new lease of life. If you’ve got something in the pipeline for your property, it would make sense to do a bit of research to see what interior design trends are likely to make waves in the year ahead. Here are just a couple that have caught our eye here at Furniture in Fashion. Hygge This is something that’s really come to the fore over the last few months or so and we predict that it’ll only get bigger over the next 12 months. It’s a Danish word that encompasses the feeling that you get when you take real pleasure in making everyday moments meaningful and special. It’s about cosiness, security, family, happiness, simplicity and reassurance… which for your home means creating a space that allows you and your family and friends to spend time together unwinding and relaxing, enjoying a slower pace of life. Natural tones Next year, more natural rustic shades will take centre stage, with hues like indigo, terracotta, olive and cinnamon, as well as copper and silver accents making waves in homes around the world. Mustard – which...

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A Sleek White Living Room With A Twist: 7 Decoration Tips
February 19, 2016

A Sleek White Living Room With A Twist: 7 Decoration Tips

Decorating a sleek living room with a twist is not difficult — here, the trick is in adding splashes of colour into your white room palette, as well as investing into some bright, eye-catching accessories. If you are looking for more specific examples, take a look at these simple seven tips on decorating a sleek white living room with a twist:A contrasting black pair One of the simplest ideas on a sleek white living room that comes to mind is to include a pair of black contrasting units into the decoration picture. A black tempered glass coffee table and a matching TV stand can be a very nice start. However, it is possible to choose any other furniture units — for example, a coffee table and a console table can also have the job done. Bright accent shades Or, you can go even further and explore some really bright contrasts. A scarlet red sofa with a couple of matching accessories can become an unforgettable decoration element in your white living room, giving your decoration setting a fresh and memorable twist. Paired with matching curtains, or picture frames, or a simple rug, a bright sofa will fit in perfectly in a white living room. One...

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