Creating a perfect hallway

Hallway - it's one of the most important rooms in the home, but it's very often overlooked. Here are some tips how to create a perect hallway.

The hallway is the first place that your guests see when they enter your home and one of the most important rooms in the house as it sets the tone for what is to come. Hallway is also probably the second smallest room in the house and is often used as a space for lots of stuff.

First of all - lighting

If your hallway is long and narrow  with not much light like in Victorian style,  you can still make it work.  Just inject some drama with clever lighting here and there. Try to break up the symmetry by creating some contrast.

Maximus M10 Mirror

Another break in the... wall

Usually you want to keep walls in light and bright colors, particularly if it's a small space, but don't be afraid to be bold with other options. As you know hallway is a place that leds off to other rooms, so you must have a colour that will go with many others places. You don't have to be neutral. You can have a darker, more dramatic, shade than that of the sitting room which will give a hint of what is to come.
Using a large mirror will bounce light around the hallway, and now the walls can be a great place to hang some pictures.

Hallway set PORTO

Need some storage?
There probably isn't much room for furniture in the average hallway. A pew for sitting on while you are putting on shoes, and for storing things, is great if you can fit it in. Other than this you could use  a narrow console table or a ledge.
But remember to keep the space as clear as possible. Sometimes less is more.

Fresh furniture trends

Furniture is one of those things in your house that gains a lot of  attention from people who visit you.  You need to remember that furniture which you choose will represent your personality and taste. So let's check out what furniture trends are popular nowdays.

One of the new trends is bringing outdoor furniture inside your house. If you into it remember to stay classy and do everything with a dash of sophistication so it looks like the chairs or tables you take inside are in room for a reason. Aged metals, glass, wicker and natural wood are popular options when talking about outdor furniture inside.

Another trend that is very popular - metallic leather. Let your furniture bring a sparkle to your rooms with metallic styled materials. Furnitures that have metallic leather will simply be calling out for attention to all guest who enter the room. You can bet that this kind of furnitures will not be left unnoticed. If the room is decorated in subtle manner then chairs and sofas with metallic leather will bring life and sparkle to the room.

Next popular trend is statement dining table. If you like spending time with your family or friends at the table you can use unique dining room table. Embellishing your dining room with a standout furniture piece is a popular trend.

As houses becomes smaller due to housing shortages and population explosions also furniture becomes smaller. Tight, compact furniture are more and more popular nowdays.

What does your home style say about you?

Is your personal style easy to read? Sometimes other assessed us by the clothes we wear, music we hear, or the car we drive. These things can say a lot about our personality. Also your furniture choice says a lot about your personality. So check out what is your furniture style and what does it say about you?

Different styles in the kitchen

If you like traditional furniture
With its beautiful dark-stained woods with elegant style, traditional furniture is rich with historical furniture design influences. Traditional furniture have very formal feel.
So waht traditional furniture says about you?
That you are practical, you enjoy structure and formality. Moreover, you are very nostalgic and love timeless design. Because of the luxurious nature of traditional furniture, you want to impress guest that visit your home.

If you are into contemporary or modern furniture
Function is the focus with contemporary and modern furniture. Furniture designs are sleek, clean and simple. For such furniture materials like metal, chrome, glass and leather are used.
And what such design says about you?
That you are uncomplicated and gravitate toward simplicity. Even with your fondness of simplicity, you are trendy and have kept up with current fashion styles.

Modern furniture set INEZ

If you like casual style
Casual is the old transitional. Sofas and chairs are plush and sometimes slipcovered. Woods are warm-toned or rustic-looking. Think of a room soft and comfortable and furniture you can melt into. Casual furniture compliments daily life.
And what does it say about you?
That you are laid-back person, unpretentious and like to live comfortably. You want to feel relaxed in your home and you want friends and family to feel the same way too.

Casual corner sofa PATRIZIA

So as you can see, our furniture choices are most certainly a reflection of our personality. Not only is it a type of communication of who we are, but it is also a way to exemplify how we want others to see us.

Decorating your room - what not to do when decorating

Decorating living room or bed room is a challange. You can read books and magazines, watch TV or visit decorating showhouses to find all sorts of wonderful advice on things to do to make your room look awesome. But it's even harder to learn ahead of time what things to avoid before you even start decorating. Below is a list of things you shouldn't do.

First of all - don't let someone make choices for you.  We are talking about your home - your personal space. Don't let someone else tell you what you should do. If you need help, ask for suggestions, but always make decision by yourself.

Next - dont' paint first. Nowdays, you can buy paint in every color you dream off. Choose fabric, carpet, and upholstery first, then think about paint color.

Moreover, don't choose paint rom a paint chip. What looks graet in the fluorescent light in the paint store dooesn't need to look so good in your room. When you've decided on a color, purchase a quart of the color and paint a small section to see how the color looks in the room with natural light.

First time is not a charm
Remember to never buy fabric, flooring, or paint on your first visit. Ask for samples of paint and carpet and swatches of fabric so you can see what they look like in your home.

Furthermore, try to not make your favorite color the main color of the room
If you love green, you don't have to choose it for your walls. Instead, choose a more subtle shade to provide a background that will let items in your favorite color really shine.

Sofa as a focal point of the room

Next - don't ignore the focal point of your room
Not every room has a focal point, but if yours does, make it important. Arrange items around this important element - it could be a sofa or a table or something else.

Finally, don't let your furniutre hug the walls. Don't arrange the chairs, sofa, and tables all around the room unless you have no choice. Make groupings of furniture for conversations and pull pieces into the center of the room for a warmer feeling of comfort.

How to make your bedroom the coziest place on Earth

You can buy the most expensive furniture for your bedroom but the place can still not be so great as you imagine it. The trick is to create a cozy vibe so you will want to spend every minute in that room. Here are some tips how to do it.

First of all, hang string lights above your bed to add a little magic. Hanging the lights behind a sheet or thin curtain helps make your room feel like a wonderfull place.

Next thing - skip the top sheet and just put a nice washable duvet cover on your comforter. Sleeping top-sheetless feels very luxurious. It also means making the bed is basically zero work. Also throw down an extra fuzzy bedside rug to make things easier for your feet in the morning.

Remember to make your bed every day. It doesn’t have to be perfect, just do it. You’ll feel like you’re in a hotel, but the hotel is free, and you’re the only guest! If you’re not feeling motivated, you can reward yourself with an candy or something every time you make the bed.

Malaga bed in cozy bedroom

If you feel like the room is missing something - add pillows. Add at least 2 pillows per side. It is a minimum for baseline coziness.

Bed AGA with some additional pillows

Moreover, a sitting area in your bedroom is a nice way to relax before bed — and a nice way to fill up a little extra space. So buy some comfy armchair or evan a sofa.

Comfy sofa that will fill the space in bedroom

Finally, invest in a lighting. Nice bedside lamp is a way to go. You never again have to get up to turn off the overhead light. Also light makes such a huge difference in the feel of a space. Add some low, soft lighting to your bedroom. Be sure to pick bulbs with warm tones, too.

Picking ideal coffee table - few tips

A living room without a coffee table is a lot like a sport car without wheels. Just as wheels are vital part of car, perfect coffee table is a very important thing in your living room. Coffee tables serve several purposes. From completing a look, to storage and display they are much needed in a space. The main question is which style will work for your room. Should you go with a wood one or metallic with a glass top? Square or rectangular? Tips bellow will help you chose perfect coffee table.

Retro coffe table in MadMen TV serial

First - the budget
The price for a coffee table can range from expensive to very budget friendly, so before you start shopping know what budget you have. Your overall budget should be broken down to into areas such as, accessories, lighting and furniture. The furniture line item includes the sofa, side tables, chairs and coffee table, with a larger portion allocated to the bigger pieces.

Next - chose the shape
Think about the best shape for the space for your living room. Do you have children or pets? Is it a large room or is it small? A round or oval coffee table is ideal if you have children or pets. The curved edge means a sharp corner injures if one falls or bumps into it. Using a rectangular shape and allowing 30 inches between the TV console and the coffee table will give you the right amount of room to walk between.

Rectangular table Maximus M9

A proper size
As with shape, you will need to determine the size you need. The height of a coffee table is important. It should be no lower than 1-2 inches from the seat of your couch. The standard height for a table is 16-18 inches and pairs well with a typical sized couch. A higher sofa requires a taller table.

Bigger table - model Tango

What kind of material should i chose?
Coffee tables can come in a wide variety of materials. There are made of metal, materials such as glass combined with either brass or steel that offer a more sophisticated look. Whether it is oak, maple or cherry, wood has its own feel to it. Oak and maple are more casual with walnut and cherry having a more formal look.

Wooden coffe table - CEZAR

How to mix old and new furniture

Today we will give you some tips to help you pull all your differing pieces and styles together for one cohesive space.
Merging households, inherited furnishings, well-intentioned gifts that miss the mark, and the occasional impulse buy contribute to decorating dreams getting off track. As you may know, you can't have it all, but you can have some of it.

Mix of modern and antique furniture

First and most important - 80/20 rule. It works like this: as long as 80 per cent of your interior is unified by the same style, same period or same philosophy, you can deviate with the other 20 %. In other words, a fine antique can absolutely work in an ultramodern space with glass wardrobe and futuristic sofas.

Example of modern WARDROBE - MALTA 1

Remebmer that some styles just don't mix. For example, Victorian decor is all about ornate excess, while Arts and Crafts favours simplicity. Therefore, Victorian decor marries well with Edwardian, Asian, formal English, and French furniture, while Arts and Crafts is better with contemporary pieces or country styles.

When mixing woods, consider formality: mahogany, cherry and oak are formal, so they'll go well with one another. Pine, maple, and bamboo are casual choices, which means that they're compatible with one another but less so with formal woods used in furniture. When more than one rug is required in an open space, be sure to choose carpets that harmonize rather than match.

A mix of wood colors in WARDROBE MALTA

In general, contemporary interiors feature 20 % multitone patterns and 80 % solid or tone-on-tone materials.

Traditional interiors tip the balance in favour of patterns. So if your family room is modern with monochromatic neutral fabrics, add some large floral-patterned pillows to your sofa. Conversely, a traditional pattern-filled room requires visual breathing space, so incorporate solid expanses of colour.

Corner Sofa LARA in neutral fabric

Wardrobe buying guide

Adding more bedroom storage can help keep your daily life running smooth. A wardrobe allows you to expand your closet space and organize your everyday style essentials. It features hanging rails and shelving space to store clothing, shoes, linens and accessories. You could also put a wardrobe in the basement or extra room to store out-of-season clothing. So what is the most important thing to remember when buying wardrobe?

SLIDING DOOR WARDROBE WITH MIRROR LIZBONA

First of all, measure the intended space before purchase to ensure the wardrobe will fit. Decide which wardrobe would you like - freestanding wardrobes are versatile and will give your bedroom a relaxed feel, while fitted wardrobes are more formal and streamlined.

SLIDING DOOR WARDROBE WITH MIRROR LIZBONA 2

Another thing that you should think of when buying a new wardrobe is its function. This greatly depends on your own preferences and needs, as wardrobes come with different numbers of compartments. If you need plenty of space, you should consider a wardrobe with a more complicated design, which allows you to store all your clothing items and accessories.

Look for a good combination of shelves and hanging rails to ensure adequate storage as your clothing and accessory collections grow over time.

SLIDIND DOOR WARDROBE MALTA 1

When choosing a wardrobe it is important to think about the material it is made from, because this can influence the way the furniture looks as well as its lifespan. The most popular choice for wardrobes is wood, but there are plenty of other options you might want to consider, including glass, canvas, and even steel.

SLIDING DOOR WARDROBE MALTA

Last but not least - some safety tips. Always attach your wardrobe to the wall with wall-mounting brackets to prevent it from tipping over.
Remember to store the heaviest objects on bottom shelves or in bottom drawers and the lighter items in top drawers to prevent tipping.