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Monday, July 10th, 2017

FFDM Summer Home Collection’s Accent Cabinet
Accent furniture is that piece that stands as it beautifully complements a room and its contents. This term is in reference to this furniture’s role which is to emphasize or stress something. If you have a furniture piece that is more than functional, then it can be referred to as accent furniture.
Accent furniture is almost always a decorative piece, too. There are even some homeowners who do not have a practical need for some pieces in their home, yet, they invest in them because they excite their senses and the pieces’ accent color is just too difficult to ignore.
When you are considering the kind of accent piece that you would finally take home, you must think of ways to go about with this decision. You must prepare to invest if you to achieve a home that delights.
Begin with the Entryway
Remember that the entry sort of sets the tone for your home. This is, therefore, the best place to first use an accent piece. An accent chest, for example, is a wonderful piece to begin with. Any piece that is gilded, painted or has ornate art will also work well.
Find a chest that has a bold color or one that has an interesting geometric shape.
Accentuate with Tiny Tables
Find small tables as they are one of the greatest pieces to accentuate a space. Find pieces that are inlaid, painted or uses unconventional materials. Pieces with bold hues or lines are also amazing choices. Be sure to pick tables for their unique look.
Use these tables anywhere in your place from the bedroom, dining room, living room to the kitchen.
Go Large and Bold
Accent pieces may also be huge and imposing depending on what piece you need in a space. An armoire can be the co-star inside the bedroom. The china cabinet can take center stage inside the dining room. The busiest home office can have an executive desk.
If the rest of your furnishings are muted, then you can freely look for an imposing, ornate piece.
The dining table is a natural accent furniture. Pick a table that grabs your attention because of its color, materials or finish. There are many styles and sizes to choose from. Find the piece that complements the other dining room pieces.
Chair with Style
Chairs are also wonderful accent pieces – at least the right pieces are. When you pick an accent piece, again, this has to have a bold profile. It can also have a unique upholstery or color.
The accent chair can also be the perfect contrast for your other furnishings. Having two different styles in one room can have awesome results. Traditional furnishings, for instance, can find a breath of fresh air in a contemporary chair. You could also go the other way around where the rest of the design is contemporary while the accent chair is a historic looking piece.
Tips in Choosing Accent Pieces
Now that you know that not all furniture pieces are meant just to function, here are some tips in choosing the versatile pieces that will make your house a home –
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Tuesday, June 21st, 2016
An accent chair is a seating piece that can be placed strategically inside a room to provide style and added seating. There are two ways that you can use an accent chair; first, you can have it positioned at a place where it best complements or highlights the textures and colors of larger pieces; second, it can also serve as a secondary seating unit in a room.
There are many accent chair styles to choose from. You can have the simple, straight-back sitting piece, one with arms, or you can have a rocking chair. This chair can also be a bigger piece like a chaise lounge.
Accent Chair Placement
The whole point of using an accent chair is to have it work in conjunction with all the other furniture in a room. The look that you are supposed to achieve should be harmonious and functional. And, oh, don’t forget that they have to look pretty, too.
A wonderful example of a chair that has been strategically placed inside a huge living room is when it is grouped with other seating units in the conversation area. There always has to be a focal point like a fireplace. It is also attractive to have a secondary seating place for all your reading activities. This place is where an accent chair can also be used.
Whether you would want a reading nook or the living room as a home for your accent chair, it is important to pick the one that would define that space, give it personality, and a breath of fresh air.
Here are some basic tips in finding the right accent chair –
Find the Right Pattern
If all the other furniture pieces lack character, then it’s about time to add some spice. A patterned accent chair should be able to do this. A well-chosen pattern can pull all the other colors on other furniture, making the design look more unified.
A patterned accent chair is a wonderful focal point for any room. It can also add depth that no other piece of furniture will be able to give.
Choose the Right Style
There are many accent chair styles ranging from recliners, club chairs to wing chairs. Since this is so, make sure that you find the right one that will answer your requirements and fulfill your preferences. Make sure that it won’t clash with the current room décor or you’d end up having to shop for another accent chair, if not have it reupholstered and such. In short, if you want to have zero headaches, be sure to choose the right style from the onset. Of course, you would not want cramp an oversized lounger inside a cozy living room. That seating unit will surely gather attention but one that isn’t pleasant.
Now don’t be afraid to experiment with the styles, though. Even patterns that don’t match can fit perfectly together once they are placed in a room. The accent chair’s pattern may not be an exact match to your current furniture but you should be able to see some aspect that will anchor it to the rest of your design pieces. For instance, you can use the red on the rose painting and have it on as a base color for your accent chair.
The Right Fabric Matters
The fabric used on your accent chair is also important. One of the classic choices is suede but think twice about using it if you have kids and pets at home.
For those who are looking for a more classic vibe, you can choose leather. This can give the room a more organic look. Of course, your choice of accent chair fabric all boils down to what is best for day-to-day living. It is also important to note what would best achieve your perceived look.
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