Wednesday, 30 August 2017

4 Interiors Where Wood And Concrete Meet

There’s something quite beautiful about the amalgamation of the materials wood and concrete within an interior design. Taking one strong gift from nature, and the other a strong triumph of man-made ingenuity. The warmth and texture of natural wooden elements just sing against the cold hard drama of gray concrete in a home decor scheme, allowing each element a moment in the spotlight. Here, we have a great opportunity to tour not one but four different home designs that each incorporate the wood and concrete duo to excellent and individual effect, showing the visual versatility of the combo. Let’s take a look around.


Visualizer: Stanislav Kaminskyi  

This 420 square meter apartment in Kiev, Ukraine, uses a gorgeous thick slab of wood set over a concrete countertop in the kitchen area. A perfect stage on which to set your wine glasses at the end of a long working day. The tactile and visual warmth of the wood continues underfoot and continues seamlessly up and over the full entertainment wall. The end result is a cozy cocoon, almost like a highly contemporary cabin for stylish getaways in the woods.




A sectional gray sofa picks up on the hue of the concrete whilst a black coffee table and matching pitcher take the color story a little darker.




A set of vibrant yellow modern dining chairs really zing against another backdrop of moody gray over a mixed tone wooden floor. A large metal chandelier overhead provides another eye-catching statement piece.




A dominating wall of concrete slabs provide an atmospheric mount for a piece of highly colorful modern art. A stand-alone piece of designer furniture adds to the gallery tone. The wooden floor here provides all of the warmth, transforming the space into an inviting area where you might just stay a moment to appreciate the curation.




In the bedroom it’s the wardrobe that ties in with the gray concrete wall, along with the plain bedclothes and simple pendant light shade.




A textured area rug anchors the scheme whilst a vibrant canvas injects a hot energetic splash of red. Along with the bedroom pendant, a modern angular bedside lamp on the side unit brings illumination and ties in perfectly with this edgy decor scheme.




Simple bathroom decor benefits from the added interest in these Secto pendants, by Seppo. The effect is doubled by the presence of a long landscape mirror over the vanity unit.




The shower area is clad with wood, an unusual choice for a wet room.




A curvaceous bath tub compliments the shape of the twin wash basins and works to soften the visual of hard angular architectural lines.





A stylish soap dispenser nestles neatly beside the basin, whilst the faucets are wall mounted above.



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The living area of our second apartment, designed in Kyiv, Ukraine, has a slightly softer look achieved with the introduction of leafy indoor house plants. A tall Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata) entirely fills one corner of the room.




A large print of a palm tree injects more nature into the scheme.




A multi patterned area rug marks out the seating area.




A matching duo of unique coffee tables form a useful centrepiece in the lounge.




Illuminating the large feature plant are some unique floor lamps. Differing sizes of Oda Lamps by Sebastian Herkner help decorate an otherwise disused corner.




A projector screen makes a versatile viewing option as it can be retracted from view in a moment, unlike a large wall mounted TV.




The copper lining of these dining room pendant lights shine in a concrete and wooden scheme.




The copper lights are complemented by the earthy tone of the upholstered modern dining chairs. A wall of living greenery breathes life and uplifting color into the room.




Black kitchen bar stools match the countertop.



Visualizer: Stanislav Kaminskyi  

Our third space, another from Kiev, Ukraine, is a smaller proportioned 87 square meter apartment. Here we see a shrunken seating area in a studio kitchen setting.




Decorative vases liven up the coffee table.





The small space benefits from the installation of visually interesting lighting options. A long armed wall light extends over the lounging area and dual layered dining room pendant lights mark out the eating zone.




The dining room chairs bring a hit of turquoise to the interior.




The injection of turquoise found in the dining area is echoed in a small home office by the inclusion of a turquoise coffee table. The desk is lit by a unique table lamp.




A stylish desk chair adds further interest to the work area.




These colorful modern lights add a pop of color in a wood clad bedroom. This kid’s bed provides lots of storage to keep things neat.




An upholstered platform bed fills the master suite.




A white faucet matches the stark kitchen units.




Gray walls contrast with white sanitary wear in this sleek and sophisticated bathroom.




Wooden storage cubbies complete the look.




Visualizer: Alexandr Maiskiy  

Our fourth and last home is a loft apartment designed in Moscow, with industrial home decor in the living and dining areas, composed of exposed brickwork and pipes, rough plaster and concrete.




The room is flooded with light from large windows.




industrial style lighting provides illumination at night.






The industrial style dining room seats eight. The simple wood and metal furniture is of a minimalist nature.



Love the wooden look? Do check out these posts then:

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Tuesday, 29 August 2017

20 Modern Sofas To Go With Any Type Of Decor

As the centerpiece of any social area, a stylish sofa often serves as a functional focal point – it’s important to balance comfort with aesthetics to get the best possible effect. This post outlines twenty fabulous sofa designs for any style, from Scandinavian chic to industrial minimalism. You’ll find sofas for every budget, every interior color scheme, and every type of space whether you’re looking to outfit an open layout living room or a fully-equipped home theater. We hope you’ll find ideas for your new favorite sofa right here! Stop by the comment section to let us know which one is your top favorite.


$499BUY IT

Mid Century Modern Style Tufted Sofa: With its unique and dramatic profile, this curvaceous sofa combines contemporary simplicity with mid century modern character. It even includes the adorable herringbone print throw pillows for effortless coordination – of course, modern sofas in colors like this handsome robins egg blue have plenty of other viable color coordinates if you ever feel like getting creative.



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Modern Style Sofa With Color Options: Not only does this stylish sofa feature a versatile form that could suit any contemporary interior, it comes in a wide variety of stunning color options – from fire engine red to lemon yellow, with tons of stylish neutrals in between. Choose from polyester or bonded leather material.



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Mid Century Modern Style Gray Sofa: This distinctive modern couch makes a strong statement with a unique form that defies conventional proportions: notice the thin sides, ultra-plush seats, and small round armrest cushions. It’s available in beige in addition to light or dark grey to suit a variety of interior styles.



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Skinny Fat Condo Sofa: Despite its modest looks, this is one of the most comfortable sofas out there. And if you’re looking for a sofa that will fit your space perfectly, this piece is available in seven sizes from 80″ to 92″ in length – and there’s a fair number of fabric colors and leg finishes to choose from, too.



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Velvet Chesterfield Sofa: Do you love the style of classic chesterfields, but want something with a more contemporary look? This velvet chesterfield sofa features chenille upholstery, reversible seat cushions, and matching lumbar side pillows. This model is also available in a warm off-white hue.



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Modern 3 Seat Grey Velvet Sofa: Sophisticated and smooth, this velvety-soft sofa is just as comfortable as it looks. Side and bottom cushions are all one-piece, permanently affixed, while the side pillows are removable. It’s easy to set up – the legs are the only pieces that require assembly.



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Super-Retro Orange Sofa: Inspired by the outrageous forms of furniture from the 80s, or even the “atomic age” aesthetic of the late 40s, this bright orange sofa is sure to start conversations. This piece would make a great focal point in a modern minimalist home, or would look great next to other pieces inspired by the same time periods.



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Modernica Sofa: With dozens of upholstery and finish combinations to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect Modernica sofa to fit your interior. This piece would look great in any modern interior but would look especially at home in a space inspired by futurism, minimalism, or contemporary Scandinavian style.



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Le Corbusier Style Sofa: Inspired by the Grand Confort series by Le Corbusier, this modern sofa furniture set is a great choice for interiors that want to channel a cool industrial style. The original set was designed in 1928 and continues to serve as a style icon to this day.



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Mid Century Style Futon: Now let’s look at some sofas for small spaces! This piece pulls double duty, pulling down to serve as a comfortable spare bed for unexpected guests. The stylish materials and form were inspired by mid-century Scandinavian design, making it a versatile piece for just about any decor theme.



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Modern Futon Sofa: This 3-position sofa can serve as a couch, a lounge, or a small cot – in small spaces like studio apartments, it more than makes up for the amount of space it occupies. These cool modern sofas are available in bright hues spanning the entire rainbow.



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Scandinavian Style Convertible Couch Bed: Simple, stylish, and versatile, this convertible sofa offers a variety of ways to enjoy its comfortable design. Not only can you lay this sofa flat to use it as a bed, but you can also simply recline the back to enjoy movies or books from a lounging position.



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Modern Style Sleeper Sofa: Of course, sometimes you need something a little bigger than a standard futon or sleeper sofa. This pullout sofa offers the comfort of a full-sized bed without sacrificing on style.



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Super Customizable Transformer Sleeper Sofa: If you thought the sofas previously outlined in this guide were versatile, just wait until you see everything this piece can do! The single chair can slide left or right, unfold into a lounge or bed, or come together to extend the main body of the couch. The small tables are super useful for books or morning coffee.



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Modern Sectional Sofa With Storage: Finding the right sofa for the center of a room is never easy, but this piece looks great from any angle. With plenty of space for books, sketchpads, and movies, it’s the ultimate entertainment space for a relaxing weekend at home.



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Modern Sectional Sofa: Are you looking for something completely different for your home theater room? This unique sectional sofa has it all! With white leather upholstery, bold black accents, and creative shapes and patterns, this piece will define any space it occupies.



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White & Red Contemporary Sectional Sofa: Here’s something completely out of the ordinary! Bold red accents draw attention to this sofa’s highly uncommon curves and angles. The small section between the lounge and the middle chair contains a lidded box to store refreshments.



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Circular Sectional Sofa: While circular sofas aren’t exactly known for their versatility within interior design, this piece defies expectations. It comes apart into five pieces that you can rearrange at will – the middle portion can serve as an ottoman or upholstered table. The end pieces can pull away and double as extra seating for guests.



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Contemporary Tufted Seat Sectional Sofa: With adjustable headrests, this white contemporary sofa allows everyone in the family to find their comfort zone. Add the extra armless chair (shown next to the lounge) to expand your seating.



$859BUY IT

Ikea Ekebol Sofa With Shelving: What a great multipurpose sofa for a small apartment! It includes two shelves, one in the front and one in the back, to hold your favorite books, shoes or magazines. Add hooks to the back to create a home for other accessories like purses, hats, or gloves.


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