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Are You Daring Enough for Bold Interiors?

Tuesday, February 5th, 2019

The Uttermost Living Room Royal Cobalt Blue Accent Chair pops from the neutral and dark fusion on its background.

There are many different parameters that help shape design. If one would look at each one’s design, everyone has a preference or taste that’s distinct. Even the relationships that each person goes into are indicative of his or her qualities and perspectives in life. At the bottom of it all is each one’s personality.

 

Each individual’s personality is the catalyst to an environment, emotions, even the ups and downs of his or her life. This is the same force that repels or attracts other people. Personality almost always dictates ever aspect of a human’s life.

 

Color is the best way to add unique touches in anyone’s home. It is known to have a profound effect on people’s emotions and moods. Putting bright colors in your interior design can help create a jovial atmosphere.

 

If you’re willing to go way beyond happy, then you can be playful. Neon shades are the boldest. You can also make use of a feature wall or splashes of hues that are strategically situated. Practically any room can have neon hues or any vibrant colors, it’s all a matter of knowing how to use them.

 

Lately, modern interiors have been showing a lot of bold colors. The key here is to have restraint no matter how the colors might excite you. Too much of any color isn’t going to look right. Sometimes, all it takes is a hint or two on the furnishings or textiles and you will achieve the ideal.

 

Here are more ways that you can use bold colors in your home –

 

Be Familiar with the Color Wheel

 

If you’re going to use bold colors, then be familiar with the color wheel. This tool can help you pick the right colors for your interior design. The 12 shades have been arranged and divided into cool and warm hues.

 

The cool colors include shades of blue, turquoise and violets. The warm shades are the red shades and oranges.

 

Analogous colors, which are placed right beside each other on a color wheel, tend to work well when they are fused. These are the best colors to harmoniously blend everything else in the space.

 

Consider also the tone and saturation of the colors that you pick. The saturated shades tend to be more vibrant while the less saturated hues are the muted versions of a basic color.

 

Apply the 80:20 Rule

 

This rule is crucial when you’re designing. This basically means that 80-percent of the room should be kept neutral while the rest, at 20% must be bright-colored. This is the technique in creating a statement in a way that’s just enough so that the look isn’t ruined.

 

An example of this is when muted gray and yellows are used on the walls as the sofa is a bright lemon hue. This is an interesting contemporary statement.

 

If you’re a bit cautious in spending your hard-earned money on colorful pieces of furniture which you may end up regretting, then it’s okay to begin with less of a commitment.

 

You can always go with a neutral couch that’s highlighted by bright-colored throws. These pieces will give you the same boldness without committing too much. Should you decide to push through with the furnishing investment in the future, at least, you saw and felt how it was to have bold colors in your home in a non-pricey way.

 

Light and Shade

 

If you have a home that’s filled with daylight, then all you have to worry about is to look for dramatic tones that will serve as accents. Whichever colors you end up choosing, strive to design the space in an inviting manner and never shocking.

 

 

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4 Bold, Daring Colors to Invigorate Any Space

Saturday, December 23rd, 2017

Hooker Furniture Living Room Conner Club Chair

Bold colors aren’t for everyone. So if you’re particularly enamored by the boldest and brightest colors, then you’re one of the few. Being drawn to a bold-colored couch, for instance, might just be what you need to set up a lovely, attention-grabbing, yet enjoyable space.

When you’re adamant about infusing a bright hue into your design, then you can always begin with the sofa. This one piece of furniture can immediately transform the look as well as the general mood in a room. When you’re done infusing bright colors to your main seating unit, then you can spread your gaze towards other pieces that just might add a little more oomph to your design.

Begin with Blue

Cobalt blue is as bold as blue could get. When designers talk about making rooms a lot brighter and airier, then all they often need is a can of the right blue paint. Adding drama is also easy with blue.

Be bold enough to set up an East Coast preppiness or a traditional white and blue fusion. Sea-foam-colored blue is also a saturated kind of blue. This also has East Coast origins. This union of white and blue should easily remind you of colonial hues.

Add velvet to this color and you instantly have a luxurious living space for everyone to enjoy.

Proudly Pink

If you are, on the other hand, looking to create a happier atmosphere then pink is your go-to bold hue. You can always begin with subtle and pretty or you can go gaga over the more energized versions of this color.

Peony is a more intense color of pink. Raspberry undertones work best on entryways and in dining rooms because they reflect warm light.

Pink can also be beautifully paired with many other colors such as black, chocolate brown, mint, metallic gold, green, and silver. Even white and grays look good with it.

Don’t go for sweet and cloying pink straightaway. This hue has a strong potential to create just the right pop of color to make people notice so use it to your advantage.

Capel Incorporated Floor Coverings Flash Rug 3634RS Pink

Go Gaga with Green

Green, without a doubt, is a rich color. If you have to use a bold shade of this color, then go for emerald green. It is a color that restores, rejuvenates, and provides a feeling of instant connection with Mother Nature.

Emerald green is also the color of an elegant and luxurious jewel so it communicates just those two things about your home, too.

If this particular tone resonates with you, then use it as a trendy color to surround yourself with. Combine it with equally exciting colors such as red or some pink tones.

Remember to use emerald green with purpose. Consider the atmosphere and mood that you would want to evoke in the room. Decide on the right proportion, combination, and placement of your chosen colors. Keep in mind that every tone has its set of psychological effects.

Perfect in Purple

If you have to use this color in a home, then make sure to use it with care. Make sure that you can tolerate the boldness and drama that this color can bring.

The rich and dark kind of purple is the very color of royalty. You can add this hue to different rooms, depending on the quietness or drama that you would want to set up.

Use the deeper shade of purple for a stunning entryway. A living room with darker purple upholstered chairs can be made light by light lavender walls.

If you want to do just the opposite and make a statement, you might want to try neon purple for your walls. This is the edgiest color that you can use for your dining room.

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The Bold One – Why It’s Okay to Venture Out of Your Comfort Zone

Wednesday, November 16th, 2016

Bradington-Young Sectionals 224 Landry Sectional is red, bold and an obvious statement piece.

Bradington-Young Sectionals 224 Landry Sectional is red, bold and an obvious statement piece.

The world of neutral and bright-colored palettes can be a wonderful place to be in. You won’t have to worry about adjustment or playing with ugly combinations. It is safe so just about anyone can use them. Make sure that you don’t go overboard when you are out to create a bold statement for your home, though.

Bold does not necessarily mean the saturation of colors or, by default, the accent wall. Bold could also mean the overall appeal of the theme that you have chosen or created. If you would like your home to represent how bold you are, then here are some delicious tips that you shouldn’t miss –

Bold Means to Accentuate

If you want to go beautifully bold in your home, then use colors effectively. Decide which color will accentuate the space best. Having more natural light means you can control the amount of darkness or brightness using curtains, blinds or draperies. Add more dramatic colors to amp up the drama in the room without creating an overpowering space.

For a room that does not have ample lighting, choose bright colors or the more saturated colors. These should naturally reflect the light and would make any bold color appear more inviting rather than daunting.

Bold Means to Decorate

Do you own any bold piece of accessory or artwork? Then this is the perfect time to bring them out. Of course, you wouldn’t want your furnishings to clash so use a neutral palette of white hues and blacks as the backdrop. This should be a gorgeous and bold canvas that anyone with an artistic mind can work on.

You can then pick two colors all throughout your space for a more unified look then showcase your sculptures, wall art, or even a bold area rug as a statement piece. Don’t worry about getting wrong because it’s all about balance. If something appears to be off, then something might really be off. Be sure to balance the bold piece with neutral room finishes, furnishings, etc.

Bold Could Also Mean Subdued

There are interiors that are viewed as both bold yet subdued. These two seemingly clashing descriptions can actually work together – but you should know how. For instance, the Shangri-La guilded table by  Cynthia Rowley can play the bold role while the rest of the surroundings remain neutral. Yet, the place looks both bold and calm, it’s all according to your perspective.

Bold Means Making a Statement

Your home is that one place on Earth where you should be the one to dictate everything that’s displayed. Since this is so, you are free to make a statement. Go ahead and hang that flashy chandelier all because you want to! Just learn to play with the rest of the space so that the room won’t appear garish.

If you’re starting to feel that the room has come to a point where there’s too much activity, then remove a bold color or two. It might also be as easy as taking down window treatments that are blocking natural lighting.

Cynthia Rowley for Hooker Furniture Shangri-La Gilded Dining Table Base: What could be bolder than gold?

Cynthia Rowley for Hooker Furniture Shangri-La Gilded Dining Table Base: What could be bolder than gold?

Bold Means Colors

Bold would always mean colors. Hues are the best way to add unique touches to a home. Colors have a profound effect on health, feelings and moods. Since this is so, go ahead and decorate for a happier atmosphere. Splashes of color, when strategically placed, will create the best modern interior for a homeowner and bold interiors are all about making that bold statement.

Practice restraint in using bold colors, though. Use hints, here and there, or add a whole new bold wall then pattern the furnishings and textiles to the color that you chose.

Lastly, use the 80:20 rule when decorating. This means 80% of the room must be neutral and the 20% should be bold-colored. Go beyond this and you’re already overdoing it.

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Brave Color Forecast for 2017

Monday, October 3rd, 2016

BLOG 1. Cynthia Rowley for Hooker Furniture Living Room Sheridan Two-Door Chest 1586-50005-GRN

The green hue on this Cynthia Rowley for Hooker Furniture Living Room Sheridan Two-Door Chest 1586-50005-GRN is wonderfully prepped for 2017.

There is no doubt that color is an important element of interior design. It is one of the most influential aspects to human emotions. This is also the fastest way to update a room; what you need to do is just to apply a fresh coat of paint and you’re done. But what do different hues convey and what color forecast best fits the brave new year that is 2017?

Top Hues and Their Meanings

Red. This hue is often associated with determination, leadership and ambition. This can also connote physical desires which is why it is most used in many restaurants.

Pink. This hue represents intimacy, compassion and unconditional love.

Purple. This is the color of creativity and royalty.

Blue. This color represents loyalty, honesty as well as trust.

Orange. This bright hue is linked to optimism and motivation.

Green. This lively color represents vigor and energy. It is often used to create balance and stability.

Yellow. This is a hue that represents enthusiasm, fun, knowledge and hope.

Color Fundamentals

Color is affected by two aspects – the surroundings and the kind of light that shines on it. Try observing any room in your home. You’d soon see that the light is different during different times of the day. Comprehending how light can affect a space during different times of the day will give you the power to choose the correct color scheme that can be used all day through.

This same knowledge will also help you choose the best kind of lighting fixture for that room.

Capel Incorporated Floor Coverings Regatta Rug 0087NS Sunshine

Capel Incorporated Floor Coverings Regatta Rug 0087NS Sunshine

Now, the Forecast

There are many color forecasts that are being done each year but one of the most esteemed are the picks made by Pantone. The upcoming year’s Color of the Year picks are calming, soft and wonderfully romantic. Now don’t worry if those aren’t your exact wish as a color for your home.

Leatrice [Lee] Eseman shared a handful of color palettes that you could choose from. These are all predictably popular colors for the upcoming year that you can use to beautify your home. These colors were also chosen because they address the consumers’ craving for colors that are comfortable yet new. Design trends became inspirations for many of these palettes, so was the film industry (e.g. The Peanuts Movie, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, etc.).

So go ahead and make use of anything silver and metallic or anything bright and colorful (if Charlie Brown inspires you the most). Say yes to orange chiffon, melon as well as dove gray. Grape and lime are also good colors.

Apart from these, there will also be an abundance of florals this upcoming year. Floral hues such as red Dahlia or pink yarrow, plus any shade of green may be acquired tastes but they are beautiful and not-oft used colors.

Gray and red will remain popular in 2017. They will both appear in warmer hues with the backdrop being that of bolder colors.  Yellows that look perfect in a harvest setting will also get a lot of attention in the coming year. Yellow with hints of earthiness will look great and would be effectively grounded by classic red or blue.

Any youthful color is also a great choice in 2017. Now don’t be limited to the age-appropriate colors, rather, look for youthful colors with an attitude. So no matter what your age, you can use color palettes that are fluid and can easily morph in the 2017 surroundings.

Find celebratory hues that hail technology and nature. The former will continue to play a vital role in people’s lives. Evolving technology will continue to inspire ambience that is dark or in commanding grays.

Those who love deep plum would also find it a great news that the color forecast for 2017 also includes this hue.

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The Colorful Sofa as Subject and Your Home, the Canvas

Tuesday, July 5th, 2016

BLOG 4. cynthia rowleyNeutral colors are often the go-to color when people invest in large upholstered pieces. This often makes sense since neutral hues are easier to harmonize, in short, they are the safest choice. Add to this the fact that the sofa is one of the most expensive pieces of furniture that you buy, and you would understand why most people opt for the safer options. On the other hand, wouldn’t it be nice if your living room didn’t look just like the rest of the neighborhood?

The Story of the Navy Blue Sofa

Consider a bright navy sofa. This can easily become the star of your living room flooded in white. There are many other rich hues in stock. These can also be customized, with so many fabrics to choose from these days, you’re the master when it comes to the final design of your furniture. So, going back on that navy blue sofa, why do you think it can work inside your living room?

The white background works as the canvas to the star of the show – the unique, colorful sofa.

Making the Teal Sectional Legendary

A compact home is the perfect setting for a teal sectional. This will provide ample seating for a small family. A darker color on a jewel-toned fabric is the right material for wear and tear as well as gazillions of spills that could happen in a family that has kids and pets.

This teal furniture can also serve as the focal point of any neutral room. This hue can also be repeated on window treatments and throw pillows.

An Azure Sectional as the Defining Feature

A room that is painted in white and absorbs a great deal of daylight can allow a huge volume of any bold colored furniture piece. It is easy to be visually successful if the rest of the room is whitewashed. Don’t think that the sectional in bold color such as azure would overwhelm the living room because it would never.

Knowing where to place the azure sectional will make it a shoo-in as the focal piece. Just be patient, you would soon get the hang of using a more colorful furniture piece.

Orange Cushions for the Cautious Ones

When the biggest and most colorful furniture pieces don’t work for you or if they are too bold, you can begin your transition to the colorful world of interior design by using some accent pieces first. Rich orange throw pillows will surely be a good addition to a neutral-colored sofa. Pair the sofa with the traditional furniture pieces and appliances plus some accents that may or may not be orange.

It’s really up to you.

This setup works because the rich tones of the throw pillows will create a warm glow that none of the other design elements will be able to provide.

BLOG 4. cynthia rowley againPurple Is Sophistication

Purple is not a usual color that is used in many upholstered pieces. In a home office or a guest room, this color could work very well when used appropriately.

Purple is equal to sophistication and class. Pair it with warm taupe and you’re in fashion heaven.

A purple sofa can be surrounded with other pieces that have purple undertones. These will make the sofa color pretty much leap out.

Chocolate Velvet Is Rich

A chocolate velvet furniture does not stray too much from neutrals. It can blend beautifully with just about any kind of wall, ceiling or floor. And since it is basically brown, it is also easy to accessorize. It can also match golden tones in many accessories.

Pair this lovely piece with neutral throws and surround it with wood tones to complete the look.

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The Red and Black Living Room: An Awesome Fusion

Tuesday, April 19th, 2016

 

Flexsteel Bedroom Queen Panel Bed With Storage W1909-90QS is perfectly balanced by the red and white floral arrangement and other exciting accessories.

Flexsteel Bedroom Queen Panel Bed With Storage W1909-90QS is perfectly balanced by the red and white floral arrangement and other exciting accessories.

The combination of red and black may not be a mixture that you have given much thought in the past. You might just change your mind once you see the winning reasons why these colors can take your home at the center of everyone’s attention.

Turn Up the Volume

Upping the wow factor of your home could be as easy as choosing the red and black palette. This color scheme offers just one vibrant hue but it does not automatically mean that the other color can’t offer drama on its own.

Red or black, each of these colors can make a bold statement on its own. They can actually be used under any circumstance. So, when you are designing your living room towards a bolder look, be sure to consider this marriage of colors.

What’s a living room without these exciting Uttermost Accessories Book, Bookends, S2 19589?

What’s a living room without these exciting Uttermost Accessories Book, Bookends, S2 19589?

Who’s the Boss?

Okay, so you have finally made up your mind and are now bent on using red and black, now what? These are both bold hues so one of them has to give.

Choose which one – red or black would be the dominant color. To choose which, take a careful look at the curtains and walls of the living room. See also the floor as well as the natural light inside the room. Is your living room used generally for simple family get-togethers or more of an out-of-office venue for your colleagues?

Whichever you end up choosing as the more dominant hue, make sure that you harmonize every aspect of your design. Consider salsa red in your living room if you spend more time there and if you perceive it to be a cheerful room with lots of foot traffic.

A more subdued and relaxing living room can make use of deep rose as the central color.

Balancing the red and black palette means using complementing colors on the more dominant color. The complementary colors should be used on your accents. For instance, if you used red as the dominant hue, then you may use the quieter gray on other design elements.

Put In Some Finishes

Metals and woods in the living room can also contribute to your red and black color scheme. The use of lacquered-black wooden furniture pieces adds intensity to any living room.

Do you like the shabby chic look? Then use pale gray on your furniture while accessorizing with the more exciting red and black mixture. Remember, the color of the furniture should balance the rest of the colors and elements that you decided to use. A heavily black room, for instance, can be beautifully balanced by paler shades of red.

Living Room Uttermost Taggart Red Console Table 24379 does not need to beg for attention with its unique look and color fusion.

Living Room Uttermost Taggart Red Console Table 24379 does not need to beg for attention with its unique look and color fusion.

Just a Hint

Most of the time, when designers suggest red and black, homeowners have a tendency to wince. What they don’t realize is that this fusion need not be vibrant all the time. Don’t give up on these colors if you are the more traditional type. A hint of red – here and there – can sometimes do the trick. This is just as striking as a whole room filled with vibrant red. A simple red pillow propped against a plush, black sofa can be a simple combination that could also serve as the focal point in your living room.

The clever use of red and black can add the needed drama. The fusion can be used on the walls, floor and major pieces of furniture. If you prefer a less committed take on the red and black palette, then just use the hues on most of your accessories.

Let’s accept it –red is an eye-catching color. A red accent wall is the perfect backdrop for your beautiful black cabinet. These give the eyes a pleasant place to look at while taking the time to absorb the rest of the design elements.

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Bold Colors for Your Home: Be Fearless

Sunday, April 10th, 2016

Uttermost Accessories Raya, Containers, S2 19525

Uttermost Accessories Raya, Containers, S2 19525

When you are trying to make a bold statement in your home through your interior design, then it is wise to note that you should not go overboard. Bold does not automatically mean going over the top. This can be as simple as color saturation for the accent wall. Bold colors can also be used on textiles, furnishings and artwork.

Boldly Accentuate

You can tastefully bring in boldness into your home by determining which hues will highlight the space. Having enough natural light pouring into rooms can effortlessly brighten up any room. The darker rooms, on the other hand, can be overpowering if you allow the dimness to remain. Having a space that does not have ample lighting means you can opt for brighter and more cheerful colors. The more saturated hues will naturally reflect light.

 Uttermost Lamps and Lighting Pratella Lamp 27491

Uttermost Lamps and Lighting Pratella Lamp 27491

Bold Decor

If you have bold artwork or accessories that you would want to display, then just make sure that they will not clash once they are displayed on the walls or on shelves.

Try using neutrals or whites, even shades of black as the backdrop for any bold decor or artwork.

Choose one or two colors that you can use throughout your home. The two colors should hold the rest of the interior design elements. The secret to all these is to achieve balance. Remember that a single piece of bold decor should be balanced by neutral room finish, furnishings or accessories.

Bold Yet Subdued

The greatest interior spaces are those that have both bold and subdued elements. A flaming red couch can be placed as a focal piece in the middle of a living room. The rest of the furnishings should be tame enough so that they won’t clash with the couch.

Mix traditional and trendy bold hues. You are sure to create a lovely synergy where classical lines meet with bold colors.

Do not be afraid to make a statement. Your home, after all, is the one place on the planet that you have complete dominion over so it is there that you should make a bold statement. Be sure to figure out how to install the correct lighting fixture as this can make or break the statement that you just set.

Be Fierce, Be Bold

As a homeowner, you should be fearless when it comes to painting your home or in finding the right textiles. Empty nesters are ready to embrace a bolder phase in their lives. They are the homeowners who are ready to embrace big changes in their lives. These are the people who can shake things up a bit. They could already own antiques and all they need to do now is to find transitional pieces that will balance the space. Instead of having interior design leftovers in the living room, why not create a blank canvas? Even when there are existing fireplaces, moldings and flooring; you have the freedom to use the color that motivates or excites you.

Fireplaces can be aged if you want to keep them. Hang a traditional mirror that goes all the way up to the ceiling. This can effectively bounce light from windows and light sources.

You can cap the bold statement project with an abstract piece from an artist that you know. Bring in colorful pillows but be selective about the fabric, patterns and texture.

Lacquer furniture pieces can also be used as anchor inside a usually dull room. The dark color can be used in other portions of the home. To up the level of sophistication, you can add gold-leafed trays or the most beautiful furniture pieces that have been aged.

Using bold colors and statement pieces can be fun. Just have the confidence to set your foot and define what you want.

Canadel Dining Room Wooden Seat Bench BEN8903-24

Canadel Dining Room Wooden Seat Bench BEN8903-24

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Gold Accents: Tough Yet Rewarding Choice

Saturday, January 30th, 2016

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Maitland-Smith Living Room Bench 4230-377 has touches of gold on its wooden frame. The animal print on the fabric makes this piece leap to life

Maitland-Smith Living Room Bench 4230-377 has gold accents on its wooden frame. The animal print on the fabric makes this piece leap to life.

The use of gold accents in interior design is not an easy decision to make. It can be a tough style to work with. You are required to understand the fundamentals of this bright and interesting hue. The good thing is, today, you’ll get that much-needed help.

First of all, you have to be confident with the idea that gold can be used sparingly. Some touches of gold on your furniture can offer great wonders.

Golden Ideas

Have you ever thought of pairing gold with black? This may not be your instinctive choice but many have found that the union of these two interesting hues can bring elegance in any room. Black and gold borders on tables can definitely spell a huge difference in a dining room.

Wallpapers with a dash of gold can also elevate the room’s sophistication. This should warm up the room and give it a cozy feeling in no time.

Gold accents can also be the glue that fuses masculine and feminine room features. Furniture frames also look classy with a hint of gold on the exposed frame or on the fabric.

Femininity is best embodied with the use of gold and white. This is a union of hues that can look great on different wallpaper designs. The bedroom can make use of this superb color application.

When it comes to coloring, blue and neutral colors will also be great bases for gold accents. Every color will surely stand out as gold frames and highlights it.

Uttermost Lamps and Lighting Jenelle, Buffet Lamp 29091. This is an awesome iron lamp with distressed antiqued gold leaf. See the beauty of the equally antiqued black crackle legs and the bronze colored round bell shade.

Uttermost Lamps and Lighting Jenelle, Buffet Lamp 29091. This is an awesome iron lamp with distressed antiqued gold leaf. See the beauty of the equally antiqued black crackle legs and the bronze colored round bell shade.

Go Bold

If you are not contented with mere gold accents, then you can go ahead and use gold in interior design. This is a much bolder move that you might want to think and plan about first. The first rule here is to use varying shades of gold so that you won’t be bored with the monotonous feel in the end.

Gold is also a lovely color to use during the winter months. So when the winter season comes, make sure that you go bold and give your home a touch of luxury.

Gold can be your best decor during the coldest months because it automatically brings warmth and luxury in a room.  Gold accents work best in neutral colored rooms. Yellow or ochre can be combined with gold to create a glow that works well with earthy colors.

More than wallpapers or mirrors in gold, the golden fireplace can add a shimmer that will cast a warm glow throughout your home’s interiors. This can add a dramatic effect without the hassle.

Gold is a versatile hue so go ahead and use it on your feature wall. Use it sporadically inside the bedroom since this is where you rest but, in the lounge area, it’s alright to go all out.

Gold fabric is also a great way to add opulence in your home.  Use it on your cushions, curtains, blinds or throws (but not all at the same time). Gold curtains can come with gold fitting and accessories. Trim and fringes for window treatments are also perfect in gold. And what of golden tassel tie backs? They are nothing but amazing.

‘Love tellin’ the time? You will with this Accessories Uttermost Torriana Wall Clock 06091.

‘Love tellin’ the time? You will with this Accessories Uttermost Torriana Wall Clock 06091.

Gold printed fabrics are also available to mix and match. These fabrics pair well with earthy colors like brown, beige, taupe or green. Plain and gold fabrics can ideally help in setting up the winter interior design.

Adding gold to animal prints is an effective way of telling the world that you are unique.

Lamps and light fitting are yet another basic way of adding glow to your home. Choose from the gold-colored lamps or the ones in brass. Ceiling light fitting is both modern and simple. It can also be traditionally ornate like chandeliers.

Focal features in gold are truly what they are – a focal piece.  After all, gold is an eye catching color so what better way is there than to use gold ornamental pieces. Gold accents can be wall art, gold clocks, or golden ornaments – take your pick!

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