interior design

Set the Mood of Your Home Decor Using the Creativity Tones of Neo Mint

February 12, 2019

After exploring the phenomenal hues of Cloud Pink, the Best Design Books blogs returns yet again to talk about another trendy shade, Neo Mint. According to specialists in the field, this bright hue is bound to be one of the favourites in both 2019 and 2020, whether we are talking about the interior design or fashion industries. Trendbook has also created an outstanding moodboard that highlights the best qualities of this unique color, so let’s take a look. Trend forecasting service WGSN has revealed that a pastel shade of green, coined “neo mint”, will dominate the worlds of fashion and interiors in the foreseeable future as we previously mentioned. According to the trend forecaster, which is headquartered in London, neo mint is a gender-neutral colour with “an oxygenating, fresh tone that aligns science and technology with nature”. This gender-neutral color adds a sense of freshness and serenity. It is an oxygenating tone that is often associated with futuristic developments, especially in science and technology while also maintaining a deep seeded connection with nature. Regarded as a creative color, Neo Mint is the perfect tone use in kid’s bedroom ideas or as a glowing…

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Color Trends: See How Cloud Pink Can Become the Shade of the Future

February 11, 2019

For 20 years, Pantone’s Color of the Year has influenced product development and purchasing decisions in multiple industries, including fashion, home furnishings, and industrial design, as well as product, packaging, and graphic design. One of the major color trends that the institute has been keeping an eye out for is Cloud Pink, and this spectacular shade is the perfect complement a wide variety of spaces, from restaurants and stores to even kids bedrooms. Regarded as a natural evolution from Millennial pink, the soft and feminine appeal of Cloud Pink is indescribable. This light-toned pink connotes of sweetness and tenderness. When applied to interiors, it adds warmth and a more whimsical touch to one’s spaces. Pink is a color of extremes and its versatile nature is part of what keeps consumers coming back. The proof of that can be the extreme variety of pieces that out can make with that shade. You can even make a complete bedroom out of it. Whether you opt to introduce this color in a sofá, bed, a vanity console or even the walls of your kid’s bedroom, the result will be simply outstanding. One of the…

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Moodboards: Get Interior Design Inspirations Using Natural Materials

February 8, 2019

The use of natural materials is going to be the biggest interior design trends for this year and, as you see, it can be done in any part of the house. Trendbook has created a stunning moodboard that features some of the best materials one should keep an eye out for when selecting the furniture designs for their home interiors, including terracotta, pearls, gold, feathers, coal, marble and wood. Now, the Best Design Books blog will let you know a bit more about this type of materials as well as give you a few interior design inspirations. Always with gold accents and contemporary style present. With some inspiration in a nature theme, you have bamboo accents and wooden stools. Wood is a detail that gives the natural look while always maintaining the luxuriousness. Mirrors can bring more light to the room too. Environmental awareness has been on the rise in every single aspect of our lives, and interior design is no exception. Designers and homeowners alike have been embracing the eco-friendly trend and natural materials have been prevalent in interior design in the past few years. Besides being good for the environment, these materials are good for…

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The Mid-Century Style Is all About Classical Silhouettes and Patterns

February 7, 2019

In this article, the Best Design Books blog returns to talk about yet another exciting design movement, the Mid-century style. Under the tagline of forecasting the future of design and home interiors, Trendbook has created a series of inspirational moodboard with the purpose of providing inspiration for one to remodel their own home interiors, so let’s take a look at the characteristics of this design style as well as a series of furniture designs that best represent it. Nowadays, Mid-century interiors are all about organic style and ease of living, and that’s reflected in their structure. The simple lines and pure forms of mid-century styles are what makes it so iconic. It is simple without being boring but eye-catching without being fussy. Furniture is kept simple and without unnecessary elements. A mid-century modern floral chandelier gives an extraordinary glow to this Art Deco apartment designed by Steven Gambrel. The stunning Dahlia chandelier was designed by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte. The mid-century days were so rich with innovative and talented artists. Their work reflected bold new territory in the art world, and it complements this groundbreaking style perfectly. Finish the room with classic mid-century art and…

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Living Coral: Introducing Pantone Color Of The Year Into Your Home Decor

January 13, 2019

Living Coral – As we all know, Pantone’s 2019 Color of the Year is living coral, a beautiful orange with a pink glow that’s already making an impact in interior decoration. Today, Best Design Books Blogs will show how to use this amazing color that promises to inspire the world of fashion and design in your luxurious living room. Prepare to be amazed: Pantone was seeking authenticity in 2019, and so Living Coral was picked, an immersive color that you’ll find any and everywhere in 2019. The Color of the Year selection process requires thoughtful consideration and trend analysis. This can include the entertainment industry and films in production, traveling art collections and new artists, fashion, all areas of design. In the interior design world, it’s no different. Above, we can see the Essex armchair by Brabbu illustrating this new color trend. Upholstered in velvet and with a base in aged brass matte, it adds elegance and style to any modern living room ambiance. Living Coral comes in various forms and perfect for various styles and holidays. Dare to dream with coral velvet in a classic armchair that is not only timeless but also stunningly designed to be modern with a mid-century twist that is impossible to resist. Another example is the Marie dining chair by Essential Home. Incorporating all of the mid-century modern elements into a contemporary vision, its construction features slim legs made of polished brass,…

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Must-Have Interior Design Books Arriving This Fall

September 9, 2018

Must-Have Interior Design Books Arriving This Fall – For lovers of beautiful books, autumn is heaven. Anticipating the first rush of holiday shoppers in late November, heaps are due for release in the coming weeks, their densely illustrated pages begging to be perused. Château de Villette: The Splendor of French Decor (Flammarion) September 4 The Château de Villette, once home to the Marquess de Grouchy and his wife, Sophie, is a grand manor house in the communne of Poil in Burgundy, France. Art and architecture historian Guillaume Picon walks us through the late 17th-century house’s rich history and beautiful rooms, noting how, as part of the first wave of country houses built for pleasure instead of defense, the Château featured all kinds of forward-thinking details for its time. Dior and His Decorators: Victor Grandpierre, Georges Geffroy, and the New Look (Vendome) September 25 As one of history’s most influential couturiers, Christian Dior was a man of impeccable taste. So, too, were fashion photographer Victor Grandpierre and designer/man-about-town Georges Geffroy, both of whom helped to translate the ethos of Dior’s sartorial New Look for the interiors of his 30, avenue Montaigne atelier, and his townhouse in the 16th arrondissement. Buckingham Palace:…

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Lifestyle

Pasticceria Cova, the Gathering Place for Milanese Society

June 16, 2018

Pasticceria Cova, the Gathering Place for Milanese Society – Opened in 1817 by a Napoleonic officer, Pasticceria Cova quickly became the gathering place for Milanese upper crust and Café Society—frequented by artists, musicians, and writers—not to mention the best place for midday café. Over the last two centuries, Cova has had many illustrious regulars including composer Giuseppe Verdi, whose music could be heard from Teatro alla Scala a few steps away. As a coffeehouse, Cova has grown to become the pride of Milan. On the occasion of Cova’s two-hundred-year anniversary, the pasticceria opens its doors to share its illustrious past, its glorious present, and its sterling future. Originally located close to Teatro alla Scala in Milan, Cova has always represented the authentic Milanese caffè. Cova has been characterized by the opulence of its rooms, decorations, and furniture. The unwaivering attention to detail and the creation of an innovative patisserie based on traditional recipes gave life to an undisputed signature of quality and luxury. After the Second World War, Cova was relocated to Via Montenapoleone, fully preserving its distinctive traditions and becoming the quintessential place for the growing Milanese scene. Today, Cova Montenapoleone’s cosmopolitan ambience can be enjoyed in the exclusive and…

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The Phaidon Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture

April 5, 2018

The Phaidon Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture – Explore the best architecture of the 21st century in this collection of 1037 exemplary buildings sited all over the world in the Phaidon Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture. Divided into six world regions, the Phaidon Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture provides an important overview of global and local trends in architecture. This truly unparalleled resource presents easily accessible world data exploring the geographical contexts for 21st century architectural production in a global framework. Each of the six world regions is introduced by an analysis of urban and architectural issues. This statistical information has been researched and elaborated by a team from the London School of Economics. This collection of key buildings has been chosen through a rigorous selection process involving a panel of expert advisors with specialist input from each world region. The list includes the work of an emerging generation of architectural stars featured alongside buildings by internationally acclaimed architects. Each building is fully illustrated with drawings and photographs, and described by a short essay. Further information includes key facts such as construction cost, client name, area of the building and geographical coordinates. Cross-referencing between projects enables the…

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Art

Le Corbusier Le Grand, a Spectacular Visual Biography

April 2, 2018

Le Corbusier Le Grand, a Spectacular Visual Biography – Le Corbusier (1887-1965) is one of the giants of twentieth-century architecture and design. Born Charles Edouard Jeanneret in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, the self-named Le Corbusier was not only the creator of some of the most important and impressive buildings of the last century-Villa Savoye at Poissy, the Chapel of Notre Dame du Haut at Ronchamp, the Parliament Building in Chandigarh, India-he was also an accomplished painter, sculptor, furniture designer, urbanist, and author. His work and social theories continue to be a dominant force in the world of architecture and design, while his elegant bearing, typified by his round black eyeglasses, which are still today a signature look for architects around the world, helped cast him as an heroic figure out of Ayn Rand’s novel The Fountainhead. Drawing on an array of archival material, including sketches, photographs, and correspondences, Le Corbusier Le Grand depicts in roughly chronological order not only the vast and varied output of Le Corbusier, but also the major events, people, and forces that shaped the life of an artist who continues to fascinate those in and outside the architectural world. Jean-Louis Cohen is undoubtedly France’s most authoritative and…

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Barber Osgerby Projects: creators of Tip Ton and 2012 Olympic Torch

March 29, 2018

Barber Osgerby Projects: creators of Tip Ton and 2012 Olympic Torch – The definitive monograph of internationally acclaimed designers – creators of the Tip Ton and the 2012 Olympic Torch. Collaborators for over 20 years, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby have applied their talents to everything from industrial design and furniture to lighting and installations. The most comprehensive survey of their work to date, this book offers a unique, 360-degree view of their approach and working methods. Stunning images explore their work thematically, while six essays provide an exclusive look into career-defining projects. Barber & Osgerby founded their studio in 1996 and have established collaborations with global manufacturers such as Knoll, Vitra, and B&B Italia. Their work is held in the permanent collections of London’s V&A Museum, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, and the Art Institute of Chicago. Jana Scholze is a curator, writer, and educator. Currently course leader at Kingston University, London, she previously worked as a curator at the V&A Museum, London. >> Subscribe Best Design Books newsletter and get to know incredible Design Books! “A highly anticipated monograph, Barber Osgerby, Projects – an extraordinary visual record of the duo’s expansive portfolio. Clothbound and screen-printed with…

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