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Design Trends 2019: Art Deco Meets Retro Vibe 

March 16, 2019

Written by Cristiano Galveias Art Deco Retro Vibe     Art Deco Retro Vibe is glamorous and vintage in equal doses, evoking glorious times in a modern way. You can expect curated interior design atmospheres where luxury and glamour go hand in hand. Today, Best Design Books Blogs will show you that it’s possible to transform art deco into exclusive pieces of furniture, lighting, and upholstery. Prepare to be amazed: Retro or vintage-inspired design is a style that is imitative or consciously derivative of lifestyles, trends or art forms from the historical past, including in music, movies, and fashion. But it also works pretty well when it comes to interior design.  Turner art deco table lamp was inspired by the electrifying and memorable dance moves of the iconic pop singer. Tuner is a large table lamp handmade in brass and aluminium.  A versatile piece, that can be used in almost any room of your house, this brass desk lamp looks its best when placed in a modern home office or art deco inspired living room. Monocles dressing table has a mid-century feel and is constructed of solid walnut wood and offers three front drawers produced in gold plated brass. This retro table is supported by atomic legs and features a set of 3 bullseye mirrors with a brass rim. The smaller ones rotate vertically, providing flexibility. Mira is the representation of Cleopatra, where life emerges in the form of…
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How To Use Matte Black In A Luxury Decor

March 14, 2019

Written by Magda Sousa Matte Black Finishes     Black is a color that matches everything remaining a color that can still be considered elegant. It brings a unique type of sophistication to furniture. It’s all about elegant and dark vanities in matte finishes that evoke a high-end experience. Today, Best Design Books Blog will show you how you can use this design trend in your luxurious bathroom. Take a look: Matte black is the solution if you are looking for a sleek and exciting new way to decorate your bathroom! There’s nothing quite like a smooth surface to accentuate your minimalist design and bring sophistication into your overall space. Try redecorating your bathroom with a black bathtub or a washbasin. Meanwhile, neutral marble walls will help to pull your overall design together flawlessly. We suggest you the Newton bathtub and the Metropolitan washbasin.  Other than bathtubs, replacing your mirrors or event the lighting of your bathroom can help to usher matte black into your bathroom. The Ring rectangular mirror a precious piece of art with its interior made of refined carved wood as exquisite as its owner. Ideal for a unique and exclusive bathroom reflecting elegance. You can also incorporate the look of black matte décor into your bathroom by painting a…
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Be Inspired by 3 Design Moodboards Based on the Art Deco Movement

March 1, 2019

  The Art Deco Trend is rather influential in the world of interior design, inspiring especially textile and furniture design. Art Deco is the new mid-century modernism interior trend. As one of the most inspiring, opulent and glamorous periods in design history, hints of Art Deco are popping up in detailing on tables, chairs, lighting and the mixed metals trend also give a nod to the style. Today, the Best Design Books blog will show you a trinity of design moodboards that are based on this incredibly artistic movement.       First, let’s talk a bit about the origins of this trendy style. The Art Deco movement had its inception in the 1920s and 1930s in France. Here, the style was used in a combination of newly developed materials and luxurious ones, from ivory to mahogany as well as shagreen, chrome, and plate-glass.       A few years later, the movement made its way to America where artists and architects celebrated the idea of modern life through their use of new materials and emphasis on luxury.         With the dawn of Art Deco, furniture and decor moved beyond just function and transformed into sculptures that mimicked architecture. It was all…
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Uncover a Moodboard that Displays Monochromatic Black at Its Finest

February 28, 2019

Entire collections with black/ebony finishes are appearing in the market in order to meet costumers’ sudden demand. Interiors in monochromatic black is a trend that will be dominating in 2019. Black is often seen as a seductive, powerful and authoritative color that can evoke lots of strong emotions. In this article, the Best Design Books blog will show you a series of furniture designs that feature black as its main color, so let’s take a look.     “Black is the color of the hidden, the secretive and the unknown, creating an air of mystery” – Atelierii + Just Make Design (Taiwanese firm in Taipei”.       Monochromatic interiors can be a dangerous choice, but if done right they can actually be one of the easiest palettes to decorate a division. For a monochromatic room to work, one has to use various tints and shades of the same color while mixing various textures and materials in order to keep things interesting, if done wrong, the final result will be a bit tedious and monotonous.         Black is a color that usually brings a serene yet shockingly elegant tone to one’s home decor. It is also a glamorous…
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This Moodboard Truly Reflects the Essence of the Maximalist Design

February 27, 2019

The maximalist design stands for an aesthetic of excess and redundancy and it is the opposite of the minimalist design style. Here, more certainly is more. When it comes to interior design, spaces that were designed having this style into consideration often are extremely opulent, decorated, incredibly rich in colors, materials and texture, not to mention that patterns can be seen everywhere. Today, the Best Design Books blog explores yet another design moodboard that best reflects this style!       “Maximalism is the epitome of the passion, power and joy that can be expressed through a room, and is a much-needed switch up from the long-serving minimalism, boho and farmhouse norms” – Marilynn Taylor (interior designer)         Maximalism is all about bringing lots of colour, textures and patterns and make them all work cohesively into an interior, achieving a somewhat vibrant and elected style instead of a cluttered and chaotic one.       If you always wanted to introduce this type of design style to your decor but you are fearful that it will be too much, just start out in small doses, add, for example, colorful cushions in clashing tone such as hot pink and…
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Learn the Best Ways to Introduce Gold Finishes Into Your Home Decor

February 27, 2019

While copper and rose gold were flashy and fun in the age of millennial pink, nowadays it isn’t as sought-after as one may believe. Gold finishes never got out of style and this year are used on the most on-trend furnishings and accessories giving them an unrivalled sense of opulence. As a matter of fact, gold is becoming one of the most sought-after accents in the industry simply because it looks in each and every room of the home! Today, the Best Design Books blog will explore a shiny design moodboards that gives inspirations on how one can introduce gold finishes not only in their home decor but also their furnishings.     Gold is extremely versatile when it comes to interior design as it combines with pretty much everything, from other textures and materials to colours and types of furnishings. Often associated with neoclassic, Art Deco, mid-century modern or more extravagant interiors, it is easy to make a sophisticated space with hints of bohemianism and solemnity.         This trend shows no signs of slowing down because it provides a glamorous touch to any interior space. It can be used in every type of home element, from chandeliers…
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Discover a Notable Moodboard Inspired by London Fashion Week 2019

February 23, 2019

Interior design and fashion have always been two disciplines often associated with each other, because they do share a lot of similarities, from trends to materials used, etc. In virtue of the London Fashion Week 2019, the Best Design Books blog has come across a unique moodboard that further perpetuates this connection between the two expressive forms. Today, we are going to talk about some of the designers that were presented at the show and compared their work to a specific design style or trend, so take a look and be prepared to be inspired.     Victoria Beckham⇔ Parisian Style   In her second London show, Beckham flirted with a return to the body-conscious silhouette with which she made her name as a designer. In recent years, she has distanced herself from curvy party dresses in favour of fluid skirts, chunky knitwear and tailored coats.   Vivienne Westwood⇔ Deco Revival     Vivienne Westwood used the catwalk as her political stage once again at London Fashion Week on Sunday, as models, activists and actors took to the runway at the showing of her autumn/winter collection to perform speeches that criticised the dangers of climate change, Brexit and capitalism. The British…
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Be Inspired by Two Moodboards that Highlight the Fringe Design Trend

February 21, 2019

With the spring fast approaching, one design trend that often becomes a success during this season is the fringe design trend. While this trend is more regularly used in the fashion world, many interior designers resort to fringing because it adds a unique touch to home interiors. Today, the Best Design Books blog explores two singular design moodboards that highlight many products that follow this outstanding trend, so take a look.       Originally used for furniture as a way to keep textile trims from unravelling, fringe has a long history in home decor, from Victorian lampshades to hippy 60s curtains. Love it or hate it, it’s a trend that always re-emerges in fashion and decor.   Alice suspension lamp by Home’Society   For many, this design trend can be a bit over the top and especially old-fashioned, however, nowadays, others actually see it as a fabulous way to add beautiful accents to a modern interior design while also adding a flair of Art Deco. The fringe trend is light and fun, young and glamorous, and it certainly offers a splendorous touch to one’s interiors.       Skyscraper floor lamp by Home’s Society   It is especially used in throw…
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See Fascinating Outer Space-Inspired Designs in this Unique Moodboard

February 18, 2019

Each design trend is unique, and outer space is no different in that regard—though it boasts qualities that are closer to Star Trek and Star Wars than asymmetry and balance. But before you assume that this design trend is just about the inky, black depths of space and nothing more, think again. Today, the Best Design Books blog will show you an incredible design moodboard that features a wide variety of kids bedroom ideas, including three original designs (a lighting piece, furniture design and an accessory) that will give a complete look to one’s division, so take a look!     Rocky Rocket     The Rocky Rocket it’s a children’s interactive chair, painted in a red and white checkered pattern. The moon rocket has become an iconic symbol for kids, while parents will recognize it from the adventures of Tintin, kids will relate it to Buzz Lightyear from “Toy Story”. This interactive chair features an educational light and sound system to foster curiosity and excitement among kids.     Cosmo Ceiling Lamp      Designed as a tribute to the mid-20th-century race to space, Cosmo modern chandelier is inspired by space, galaxies and the planets that surround us. It is a…
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See an Awe-Inspiring Moodboard of Abstract Art Geometrics for 2019

February 17, 2019

See an Awe-Inspiring Moodboard of Abstract Art Geometrics for 2019 ⇒ This year, one of the main design trends that will be quite the success is abstract art with geometric forms, meaning a lot of furniture designs and home accessories will be inspired by graphic geometrics, figurative shapes and a riot of primary colours. Trendbook has created an awe-inspiring moodboard that will make you imagine the marvellous shapes of works of art of Picasso or even Braque and you’ll want to somehow transform them into your home design. Today, the Best Design Books blog will show you a few interior designs that will do just the trick!     First, let’s start off by giving a bit of the background of this art form. The art of geometric abstraction can be seen in many cultures throughout history, not only in regards to decorative motifs but also the art pieces. The genre was gained popularity courtesy of avant-garde artists in the early twentieth century, however, its origins date back since the ancient times. Islamic art is a prime depiction of such with its geometric pattern-based art. Geometric patterns were often used to visually connect spirituality with science and art.      …
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Add a Zen Yet Timeless Touch to Your Interiors by Using Neutral Colors

February 14, 2019

Over the past weeks, the Best Design Books blog has displayed a comprehensive range of design moodboards all focused on a particular theme. Today, we return to color trends with neutral colors. These sublime shades are often regarded as the great colors that do not oversaturate a space and actually complement really well other colors. There are endless possibilities to create a marvelous interior design using neutral tones, so now, take a look at a series of contemporary interiors that feature neutral tones as the main star!       In the context of interior design, neutral means without color. Neutrals such as beige, ivory, taupe, black, gray and shades of white appear to be without color, but in many applications these hues often have undertones. Be aware of these underlying tones as you match colors or choose paint. For example, beige might have an undertone of pink, tan or gold. White might be slightly ivory, yellow, bluish or peachy. Neutrals can be used in decor in two basic ways — either as a soft, neutral only, quiet look or as background colors for dramatic accents.         If you prefer an all-neutral division, the best way to have a…
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