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Tuesday, May 16th, 2017
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Modern interior design has welcomed the use of lovely water features in many homes. These homes now have the most peaceful and serene living spaces with water being the mysterious and versatile element that is used.
Some of the water features that are commonly used nowadays are fountains (both indoors and outdoors), pools, water gardens, aquariums, even walls with dripping water.
Water features are known to add a one-of-a-kind character in home décor. They have been effectively used in enriching many modern interiors as water easily appeals to the senses. These features also offer a calming effect while adding a sophisticated softness to organic styling.
If you’re not ready to use the biggest water features just yet, then just opt for small fountains or just a small water garden at first. The living room, entryway and the foyer are perfect spaces to begin your water decorating.
An Ambitious Yet Rewarding Undertaking
Bringing nature in to homes is an ambition that a lot of homeowners are now slowly striving to achieve. For centuries, people have been setting up ponds, gardens and waterfalls in interesting spaces in their homes. The loveliest accent walls these days don’t necessarily have to be painted a bright, flaming shade of red. It can be a wall with waterfalls. The space where the corner rack used to sit can now be utilized to set up a small pond complete with natural pebbles.
Fountains and Feng Shui
Have you heard of Feng Shui fountains? These are the hottest thing in Chinese culture these days. It helps if you can set up a lovely fountain within your home but for these to be used as a cure, it isn’t even necessary to make them look Oriental.
It is best if your feng shui water fountain works well with your home décor, though. Fountains are quite popular especially among Asians because they are believed to bring good luck and positive energy in homes. Others even believe that these water elements can bring prosperity and wealth.
Feng Shui placement for these fountains are –
North for career
Southeast for money and wealth and
East for family and health.
Here are two more important things to keep in mind when setting up your Feng Shui fountains – first, never use them in the south area. It is believed that you should use a fire element there. A fireplace would be a nice addition in the south portion of your home.
Also, do not use water features in the bedroom. Water element is known to bring sorrow and worry when placed inside the bedroom – any bedroom for that matter.
When you choose to be more practical, it is best to choose water features with good quality and a silent motor. You should also check the design especially when you want to clean the water feature regularly. The more intricate the water feature is, the more complex it would be to clean it – it’s as simple as that.
FFDM Del Mar Collection: The water feature need not necessarily show flowing water; sometimes, a little artsy version of it is that decorative ‘koi’ art right above the headboard.
Other Soothing Indoor Water Features
Add a Zen vibe to your home as you place a small pool or running water within the foyer or the living room. A waterfall that’s added in the dining room or the living room should make the place more inviting and active.
If you do not have a lot of space in your home – don’t fret – you can install a standing water feature right on your wall. If you want to impress the guests further, then be ready to install a ceiling-to-floor waterfall. It could get a tad more difficult to hear each other but you would surely get the hang of it pretty soon.
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Tuesday, September 27th, 2016
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People these days live fast-paced lives with most living in an urban lifestyle. It helps when you do come home to a wonderfully peaceful place, doesn’t it? Not a lot of home designs can give you that feeling. If you want to feel unruffled, then you might want to look into Asian interior design.
Embracing the Asian theme is a lot more than adding distinct décor. It requires precision and care as well as a careful thought process that would allow you to do away with unnecessary additions.
Asian design, at its very core, is a melting pot of various styles coming from different Asian regions. This could be Chinese, Japanese, Indian, and many others. For many designers, though, the theme is dominated by a lot of Oriental influences originating from the Far East, centuries ago.
It’s time to incorporate the wonderfully Asian elements in your home while keeping the contemporary vibe –
The Asian Backdrop
Asian designs are greatly inspired by Mother Nature’s colors. The décor often mimics beautiful landscapes and natural outdoor elements. Since this is so, your best bet in achieving Asian interior design is to be as neutral as possible.
Having a neutral backdrop does not automatically mean that your only option is white. You can have the understated calmness of blue, or the elegance of gray, even the gentleness of cream. Just keep in mind that the backdrop has to be soothing and relaxed.
If you want to stage a more mystical look, then you can add some subtle blacks. Another wonderful option is to fuse a neutral backdrop with some golden tones that evoke a majestic flair. You’re in good hands with gold tones this season because they are absolutely hot. Very few colors can be classified as a fashionable hue.
Asian Textural and Visual Balance
When planning for Asian interiors, it would help if you keep the word balance in your head. This is a term that you will encounter many times yet there is not overstating the importance of this oriental design aspect.
Balance is the key to the definition of Asian interiors. You need to harmonize the textures and elements all around you. If you have a concrete home, it would pay to add glass partitions, some wooden floors, stone décor, and bamboo blinds.
Organic texture is also welcome.
Asian and Water Features
Equilibrium can be achieved with the use of a simple water feature. The mere sound of flowing water ushers in the simple, calming effect in every Asian style.
Water is an element that is considered positive. The Feng Shui makes good use of this element so it would be great to have a water feature right by your home’s entrance, the living area as well as the backyard. Reflecting pools are also amazing additions.
If you are looking into adding a more unique water feature, then why not try a koi pond? This still adds the needed fluidity while giving you a spectacular view of the school of koi fish each time that you go to your front or backyard.
Asian Style Means Chinese, Japanese, Indian, etc…
The fusion of different styles in Asian interior design could be tricky to realize if you want to have each element brought in. It is crucial to know every style as well as the distinct elements that go in each. Japanese design, for instance, is minimalist, always focusing on the essence of Zen.
Chinese, on the other hand, uses a lot of colors from jade, to purple, to reds, yellows and golds. Opulence is the keyword in Chinese interior design.
Indian design is even more colorful. Use deep reds, oranges, blues and greens, even lots of yellows.
Lastly, Asian interior design is all about being organic and sustainable in all of the elements. Replace the traditional lighting fixtures, window treatments, and such and you should be fine.
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