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UPDATE YOUR HOME DÉCOR WITH THE HOTTEST COLORS & STYLE
Retro, checks, black and white ……….looks like MOD is back. A color explosion - bright tomato red, tangerine, lime green and even yellow - is what’s hot. In Europe, designers are using opt-art checkerboard patterns. The 60’s mod influence that practically defined fall has gone back in time about 40 years and it’s now very much a 20’s thing. Patterns and prints are back in a big way. Color prevails.
How can we integrate these trends in our design process? There are several ways to liven and update the look of your room. Today, people want something colorful, bright and fresh. Contemporary design is gaining popularity with more & more individuals opting for the clean lines and sleek furniture. .
So, where does one without expert design skills and limited budget begin?
Here is an simple & inexpensive way to revive your room decor.
Colorful Accessories
Lets start with a room that has a basic solid color couch or furniture with sparse pattern fabric. Rooms need not be limited to pale colors; color palettes in various combinations can speak volumes. By simply hanging picture frames with abstract art that compile color and geometric shapes, one can change the look of the room instantly. A low-cost approach would be to visit websites selling framed art of impressionist artists such as Mark Rothko, Wassily Kadinsky, David Bailey and others. Once you have selected a painting, choose a rug that complements the painting. There are a number of modern rugs available in variety of colors and designs. Pick an inexpensive hand tufted rug, which has the look and feel of a hand knotted area rug. To complete the look toss some bright colorful throw pillows on the couch. These bold ingredients distract the eye and give the tired old room a new lease on life.
As an example, a David Bailey 36” x 24” print retailing for $31.99 can be complemented with a solid color rug or minimum pattern area rug.
The blue shaded rug is fresh and appealing and can enliven any living space. The retro rug has clean lines and style in a contemporary look that is today. The vibrant red area rug borrows inspiration of Scandinavian contemporary designs. In addition to the Tibetan weave; sophisticated detail is integrated in the construction to enhance the motives in the pattern. The three area rugs can be sourced at www.exquisiterugs.com
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