Showing posts with label design. Show all posts
Showing posts with label design. Show all posts

Wednesday, 17 May 2017

Upholstered Headboards


Upholstered Headboards

Want to make your bedroom look more lavish? Then add some instant boudoir grandeur with a beautiful upholstered headboard for your bed. You definitely can’t go wrong with a little button-tufting or nailhead detail. Believe it or not, this one element will pump up the interest in a neutral bedroom, where some lively features are much needed to create a perfect balance. Upholstered headboards will be all the rage in 2017. They come in a variety of styles. Choose the one that best suits your personal style, so your bedroom can become your serenity haven. Let’s take a look at a few specific designs;


Wood & upholstery combination:
The Corraya panel headboard has all the markings of a modern masterpiece. The cherry grain outer frame oozes with extravagance and shapes the upholstered portion of the headboard. The contrast between both colors creates a dramatic statement. This headboard is perfect who prefer a little flair to their décor.


Hollywood regency tufting:
Looking for that Hollywood regency glam in your bedroom? This tufted faux leather Alamadyre headboard makes a sophisticated statement, as it is accented with faux crystals for a touch of sheen. It screams glamour. Its clean and sleek lines make it a highly tasteful piece.


Contemporary upholstered bed:
The contemporary style upholstered bed is sure to awaken a platform for modern styling with a softer side. The fully upholstered headboard is plush to touch and easy on the eyes with its beautiful beige woven fabric and button tufting. This look will emanate a calming mood you long for in your bedroom. Get your serenity now!



Clearly, upholstered headboards are gaining major popularity as they add a feeling of richness and grandeur in your bedroom. Aside from including a popular trend in your bedroom, the focus will be in the right area, on the most important piece of furniture in the space! 


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Tuesday, 17 January 2017

Upcoming Spring Colors - Trends to introduce to your home



Every year in the Spring, the color palette changes. Trends come and go based around these colors, and we tend to shift our home decor, furniture, and overall design themes as a result. It’s incredible, the amount of influence something as simple as a color palette can have, but it also makes a huge statement as to what we find appealing at any given time.

This year, of course, is no different. Pantone has been the standard for upcoming color trends for years. They release a ‘color of the year’ that defines trends for 365 days at a time. But, they also release color palette predictions based on seasons.



For the upcoming Spring season, it's all about getting back to the natural beauty that surrounds us in different ways. Spring is a time for vibrancy, and appreciating nature. Pantone's upcoming Spring colors absolutely reflect those moods. They're taking a page from Mother Nature's book with colors like Pale Dogwood, Greenery, and Niagara. More subdued and familiar tones like Kale, Hazelnut, and Lapis Blue also make the cut, blending the natural coloring surrounding us with comfortable items we're familiar with.



What better time to appreciate the beauty of the natural world than in a blooming, flourishing Spring? Niagara will lead the color palette as the 'it' color for the season. It's denim-like blue reflects an idea of relaxation, comfort, and familiarity. All of the great colors that make the 'top ten' list  for the season are designed to do exactly the same. So, as you take a look around you this Spring, and try to decide which color palette to focus on for your home. Take a page from Pantone's book, to select on trend poufspicture framesrugsthrows and other decorative pieces that reflect these color palettes. Not only will you be on trend, but nature's color palette will find its way into your home!



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Monday, 26 September 2016

Traditional Home Design

Traditional Home Design:

Traditional furniture & home décor has thrived for so long and with reason! Although the traditional style is stale and outdated, a look that reflects the past preserves a sense of familiarity and comfort. Traditional deemed rooms emphasize formal arrangements which encourage conversation, with curvy furniture that avoids sharp angles and neutral colors that do not make a large statement. Instead, beauty is found in the finishing touches, such as molding and trims. If a piece is not timeless, then it is not graceful enough to fit in this type of décor! Here is a traditional home décor video to help you get started.



Now that you have some inspiration, browse our Millennium products to help piece your space!

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Monday, 19 September 2016

Modern Home Decor

By Mikes Furniture



Modern Home Design

Contrary to popular belief, modern and contemporary are not interchangeable designs. A modern design is best known for its clean lines, open floor plans and minimalist décor. In fact, modern design has a historical inclination, as seen in mid-century modern and art deco styles. Instead, contemporary design encompasses various styles that are current.

Now that we nipped that in the bud, you may want to check out Benchcraft & Signature Design for an effortless modern look. Let your furniture design speak for itself by being the spotlight in your space.



This video will highlight the main differences between a modern and contemporary design – a great nugget of information:

Monday, 12 September 2016

Casual Home Decor

By Mikes Furniture



Casual Home Design

Casual Home décor is perhaps best defined by its lack of regimented rules and unpretentious style. Despite its relaxed feel, a casual space is carefully put together! It merely gives the appearance of not so contrived, when in fact, different pieces are specifically hand-picked to mix in the bunch. A casual room is not matchy-matchy, but rather an intelligent blend of various decorating styles. Among the styles that usually get placed in this category are cottage, country, French country and shabby chic.

Now that you’ve extracted some valuable insight, here is a video to blossom some decorating ideas:

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Be sure to browse our beautiful Signature Design and Benchcraft pieces in order to achieve that eclectic mix you had in mind!



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Tuesday, 6 September 2016

Contemporary Home Decor

By Mikes Furniture



Contemporary Home Design

A contemporary design emphasizes a bold and trendy look. It also highlights shapes, textures and beautiful natural materials such as jute. Unlike in modern or traditional spaces, one that is contemporary is not afraid of using color. Having said this, using color is a reflection of personal taste, contrary to a monochrome palette. In addition, this specific home design is constantly evolving to keep up with trends. Yes, classic is timeless, but so is mundane. Keeping one guessing will never be uneventful!


Signature Design evokes these dramatic design ideas quite well. This Ashley sub-brand is worthy of emulating a contemporary home décor. Browse our Signature Design products to view our wide variety of colors, shapes and textures. In fact, here is a video to inspire your desired look:

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Tuesday, 23 February 2016

Selecting The Right Upholstery For Your Lifestyle

By Mikes Furniture






Believe it or not, selecting the right fabric that works for your home requires putting your lifestyle and design taste into perspective. In fact, here are some helpful questions you should ask yourself before choosing and upholstery for your furniture:

1)      Will it be exposed to sunlight?

2)      Can it sustain heavy wear due to children, pets & high traffic?

3)      Is it spill & stain proof?





  

To help you make your decision for the purpose of practicality and durability, let’s take a look at the pros and cons of natural fabrics vs. man-made or engineered fabrics.

Natural Fabrics:

Fabric
Pros
Cons

Cotton
Durable & easy to clean
Not as resistant to soiling & wrinkling
Leather
Forgiving & easy to clean
Develops more character with age
Linen
Stays clean & absorbs moisture
Does not resist piling & fading
Wool
Water repellent & durable
Blended with a synthetic fiber for cleaning purposes
Hemp
Durable
Wrinkles easily




  
Man-made Fabrics:

Fabric
Pros
Cons
Acrylic
Resists wear & lightweight
Low-quality will pill in high-wear situations
Microfiber
Durable & easy to clean
Electrostatically charged; can pick up dust & lint
Olefin
Durable & fashionable
Low moisture absorption
Rayon
Durable
Wrinkles easily
Vinyl
Easy care & less expensive than leather
May crack with time





Now that you have your upholstery choice down pat, don’t be afraid to opt for a vibrant color. To inspire yourself with the latest color trends, you can refer to Pantone’s color trends of the year. Also, a pattern will add visual interest. Besides adding depth to your space, it just may help camouflage spills and other mishaps that are inevitable. Choosing durable upholstery is applicable for sofas, dining chairs and rugs, especially in high traffic areas. The idea is to achieve bulletproof decorating. That sums up how you can achieve your desired look that meets your needs.




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Friday, 6 November 2015

How to Add Decorative Accents to Your Living Room

By Mike's Furniture


There is a list of a few questions you must ask yourself when looking to add decorative accents to your living room. Don’t worry, no need to ask a designer to do it. Here are 5 simple questions you might ask yourself before adding decorations to your living room:
  1. Which color scheme are you using in your living room?
  2. What kind of ambiance do you want to make?
  3. Is there a common theme in your living room (florals, vintage, monochrome)? Do you want to keep this theme or change it?
  4. Where do you want to add decorations?
  5. Why do you want to add decorations?


Based on these questions, you should be able to make a good choice. 



Now, little tips and advice to help you make a better choice:
  • First of all, if you have kids, it is not recommended to choose fragile decorations like a glass vase or pottery for places they can reach. Adding some decorative candles and/or printed pillows can be a good alternative.
  • Make sure that you find the same color at least in 3 items and not more than 5 colors (different tones don’t count as a different color if they are similar). Too many different colors in the same room make it hard to match them.
  • Don’t be afraid to use textures and patterns, but not more than 3 (you don’t want your living room decor to be inconsistent). Choosing a theme helps to choose the textures and patterns.
  • Keep in mind the size of the room while you’re shopping; too much decoration rarely gives good results and make the small rooms seem smaller.
  • Adding decorative pillows can make all the difference, you might try this before adding anything else.


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Tuesday, 26 May 2015

Why Should We Choose Ashley Furniture?

by Mike's Furniture























1. FURNITURE IS THEIR PASSION!


Ashley Furniture: Furniture is their passion

































2. THEY STRIVE FOR PERFECTION!


Ashley Furniture strives for perfection













3. THEY REALLY CARE ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT!


Ashley Furniture really cares about the environment







































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