What makes a house home often is the coziness and warmth that we are feeling. Mid-century modern and stark minimalism have dominated our home furnishing market for a long, long time. When we pay attention to the details of these styles, the interiors usually ,from floor to ceiling, to walls , most of furniture are often hard-surfaced. They inevitably give us a very cold feeling. All of the hard-surface can hardly absorb the sounds. But textiles just do the opposite. So if we would like to create a soothing and quiet home, make sure you use different textile applications for our home. Today, we are going to talk about 7 benefits of using textiles at home.
1. They bring in fresh colors, textures and patterns. By doing so, they give depth, dimension and interest to any space. They simply make us feel excited.
One of the high-lights from PDC Fall Market 2019 is Timothy Corrigan’s new fabric collection with Schumacher. I was able to take some photos from the launching party.
Here is the moldboard for the collectionLove this commingle of leopard and wide velvet stripes. So fresh and chic!Alternate of high and low pile-
Re-imagine traditional pattern with a modern flair
I am totally obsessed with this new Timothy’s collection with Schumacher–they are modern, classical yet playful and will add a touch of haute cotour to any space. I cannot wait to use them for our next projects.
One of things we are excited about Designer Fall Markets is to see the launchings of new fabrics. And just like fashion, the new patterns and colors of fabric always bring us joy and happiness. Often, these new patterns and colors of fabric will transform your home like a magical. And without any doubt, using of upholstered pieces in your home will make it more warm, inviting and comfy with a touch of elegance and personality.
Visiting one of my favorite showrooms during the Fall Market. Love this bright orange channeled mid-century comfy sofa and cannot wait to pick up my new fabric samples.
Here is the over-view of the showroom.
And here are the new fabric samples of fall 2019:
Aren’t you fall in love with these fresh colors and patterns? Want to see what I got?
Yes, I played these fabric samples I picked up on my dining table this morning. OMG, aren’t they beautiful?
As I said that fabric can transform your space in a second. Unfortunately, people are often afraid to use patterns and colors. So I will share 3 tips on how to choose fabric in your home:
Choose the colors and patterns that evoke your emotions.
Interior Design by Ken Fulk Photography by Oberto Gili Elle Decor
When there are more than 3 patterns, play the proportions and make them into different scales. that way, your eye will not feel the busyness.
One of the trends in the recent years is that people more prefer the modern interiors with soften touches. These can be soften color palettes, silk or velvet fabric choices or floral patterns on textiles, decor objects or surfaces. The floral patterns can work as an magic wand for any interiors. They light up the home with a touch of elegancy. The keys to make them look fresh are 1)just use right amounts of the patterns; 2) have a contrast with surroundings; 3) with a modern twist.
In case you are in the process to bring more spring cheers to home, there are 5 ways to bring florals to home:
Upholster an accent chair with floral-patterned fabric to live up any rather darkened spaces.
An floral patterned chair always make us feel moody and romantic.
2. Yes, a floral tablecloth please.
A floral tablecloth instantly light up this corner. A spring party is ready.
3. A floral daybed drape.
Ladies, this is how we pamper ourselves—a cozy den, a floral drape and fresh flowers. what else can we expect?
Happy almost Friday! We are in the middle of the process of choosing some fabric for a custom sofa for the client. European velvet and checkered pattern fabric will be on my top list. But by now, time for some champaign, tea and roses.
This adorable farmhouse is truly my inspiration for Monday. I am in love with the whimsical fabric through the whole house. The house is where bedding designer Bailey McCarthy spend weekends with her family.
love this airy dining space. The floral pattern on the round dining table adds a touch of sophistication to this grandma’s rustic farm house. The pink lamp shades are icing on the cake. The lime-green on the chairs really please eyes and makes the space fashionable.Love the pink check sofa and chinze daybed. Who wouldn’t want to chill out here?A Modern brass victorian pendant echo the origin of the house in an updated way. Love the contrast.The olival green walls create such a soothe enclave to rest and wind down.
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