Contemporary Design

April 21, 2025

Chandigarh Designer Debuts at SaloneSatellite

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Chandigarh-based furniture designer Rohil Gupta recently debuted his collection at SaloneSatellite, a prestigious platform for emerging designers during Milan Design Week. His presented works, including the "Aatra" chair and "Patthar" table, draw inspiration from traditional Indian crafts and materials. Gupta reinterprets these elements with a contemporary lens, resulting in pieces that blend heritage and modern aesthetics. His "Aatra" chair, crafted from teak wood and woven cane, references the charpai, a traditional Indian daybed, while the "Patthar" table explores the contrast between rough, natural stone and sleek, metal elements. This showcase marks Gupta's entry onto the international design stage.

April 17, 2025

Stylish Settees for Every Space

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Settees, those charming smaller sofas, offer versatile seating solutions for various spaces. Whether you're looking for a classic silhouette, a modern design, or a budget-friendly option, there's a settee to suit your needs. From plush velvet upholstery to durable performance fabrics, settees come in a wide range of materials and styles. Consider incorporating a settee into a living room, bedroom, or even a spacious entryway to add both style and comfortable seating. Some popular choices include the elegant tufted Lawson-style settee, the compact loveseat, or the mid-century modern inspired designs.

April 15, 2025

Milan Design Week's Top Interior Design Tips

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Milan's design scene emphasizes natural light, using sheer curtains or blinds to maximize brightness. Warm, earthy tones create a welcoming atmosphere, often complemented by statement pieces like bold rugs or eye-catching lighting. Functionality is key, with furniture chosen for its practicality as well as its aesthetic appeal. A focus on sustainability is also evident, with natural materials like wood and stone prevalent, alongside recycled and upcycled elements. Finally, adding greenery brings a touch of nature indoors, enhancing the overall sense of calm and well-being.

April 14, 2025

Elevate Your Interiors with Trim: The Decorative Trend Taking Homes by Storm

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Trim, a decorative element often seen on clothing and accessories, is making its way into interiors as a playful and personalized design trend. From colorful tassels and fringe to contrasting piping and ribbons, trim offers a simple way to add texture, color, and a touch of whimsy to existing furniture and soft furnishings like cushions, curtains, and lampshades. This versatile trend can be adapted to various design styles, whether it's adding a bohemian touch with macrame or elevating a classic look with elegant braiding and embellishments.

April 8, 2025

Atelier Xk: Redefining Automotive Luxury with Bespoke Leather Interiors

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Atelier Xk's collaborative approach to kitchen design results in bespoke culinary spaces tailored to individual lifestyles. The design studio prioritizes functionality and high-quality materials, creating kitchens that are as beautiful as they are practical. From custom cabinetry and innovative storage solutions to integrated appliances and carefully selected finishes, each element is meticulously considered to create a harmonious and personalized kitchen environment. The studio's emphasis on craftsmanship and attention to detail ensures a truly unique and luxurious culinary experience.

March 14, 2025

Collectible Design Fair Highlights Emerging Trends in 2025

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At Collectible Design Fair 2025 in Brussels, several key trends emerged. A renewed focus on craftsmanship and materiality was evident, with designers embracing natural materials and showcasing intricate hand-made techniques. Alongside this, a playful approach to design was observed, incorporating humor and vibrant colors. Sustainability remained a significant theme, with designers prioritizing recycled and upcycled materials. Finally, a growing interest in digital art and NFTs within the collectible design sphere was noted, blurring the lines between the physical and digital realms.

February 20, 2025

Trama: Blurring the Lines Between Indoors and Out

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The TRAMA Collection by designer Samuel Accoceberry utilizes the visual and tactile textures of hempcrete to create a series of furniture and home decor objects. The collection showcases the material's versatility, shaping it into benches, tables, consoles, and lighting elements. Accoceberry's focus on sustainable design is evident in the choice of hempcrete, a bio-composite material known for its low environmental impact. The pieces feature a distinctive, textured surface that adds depth and visual interest, demonstrating the potential of this eco-friendly material in contemporary design.

February 17, 2025

Embrace the Quietly Colorful Paint Trend

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The 'quietly colorful' trend champions muted, desaturated hues that offer a softer alternative to bolder color choices. These gentle shades create calming, sophisticated spaces, allowing for layered textures and patterns without overwhelming the eye. Think dusty rose, sage green, or faded terracotta – colors that evoke a sense of tranquility and warmth, perfect for creating a nurturing and inviting atmosphere in any room. This approach allows for personal expression through color while maintaining a sense of serenity and balance.

February 6, 2025

Illuminating Innovation: The Hoop Table Lamp Redefines Modern Lighting

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The Hoop Table Lamp by Lex Pott for HAY challenges conventional lampshade design. Its minimalist aesthetic features a slender metal frame formed into a simple, open hoop, showcasing the exposed bulb as a key design element. This unconventional approach creates a delicate and airy feel, while the various available metallic finishes add a touch of modern sophistication. The lamp's unadorned form allows it to seamlessly integrate into diverse interior styles, from minimalist to industrial.

February 2, 2025

Roo’s New Bloom

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Roozhad Shroff's new furniture collection showcases a delicate balance between traditional Indian craftsmanship and contemporary design. The pieces, which include chairs, tables, and screens, feature intricate geometric patterns created using thin strips of wood and metal. Inspired by architectural elements and traditional joinery techniques, Shroff reinterprets these influences with a modern sensibility, resulting in visually lightweight yet structurally robust forms. The collection emphasizes the natural beauty of materials like teak, rosewood, and brass, further enhanced by the play of light and shadow through the openwork designs.