An unique furniture journal

Sofas, armchairs, and complete suites in pale colours. Whilst they look great, some customers are afraid of committing to them in their own interior because of the risk of spills and marks. We want to focus on those that need a little more persuasion when it comes to this particular colour palette and reassure the doubters that it doesn’t need to be such a scary choice. In the minds of many people, questions begin to arise as to the practicality and durability of such light-coloured furniture. Who would buy a white or cream corner sofa when they have children? Pale coloured armchairs in a home with a dog or cat? Can it work? It can!

Grey is now defined as a classic colour, having been the most popular choice for interior furnishings for several years now. Its universal appeal is due largely to it successfully fusing with a variety of styles and blends seamlessly into most colour palettes. It is a colour which is very forgiving and when it is chosen as a base shade it is difficult to make errors. When grey is the dominating colour in the interior it is worth choosing accessories which will contrast as well as complement. Often a grey will have a lot of blue hues, which makes it a cold colour and therefore would benefit from warmer tones to harmonise the overall look.

The living room is the place in your home where you relax and socialise with family and friends. Therefore, it should be furnished to be both functional and comfortable. We look at how and where we can place your furniture to achieve the ideal comfort zone.

Open plan living spaces are as popular as ever in modern homes. It gives you the possibility to create both an original, and functional interior, utilising the maximum amount of space available. If you have a small apartment, the open plan layout is usually designed for predominantly practical space saving issues, whereas in a larger property it is often more of a lifestyle choice. However, whichever size space you are furnishing they have the same fundamental basics that need careful consideration.

Furnishing a small room is often problematic. A small area limits the possibilities of certain furniture choices and layout. Much also depends on the shape of the room - a small square room is easier to furnish than a long and narrow one. We look specifically at how to furnish a narrow room.

When planning your home decor, it is important to think about what styles you like. Do you already have an established style that you love, or do you want to change your current look? Whilst it is always useful to know the latest interior design trends and interior styles, the most important factor is to create an interior that reflects your personality, has a unique character, and fits in with you and your family’s needs and lifestyle. We look at established styles and the hottest interior fashions to help you create a beautiful, harmonious home. So how do you choose your perfect style?

Interior design styles – where to start?

When decorating our home, we start by looking at the styles we are most attracted to. These can be defined by being the most interesting, beautiful, and functional. This is when we can start to build a picture of what that style is. Most people like a combination of styles, and interior trends

We all know how important sleep is in our lives - it allows us to regenerate and gives us the energy we need for the day. Having a sofa that converts to a bed gives us the option to ensure any overnight guests can enjoy the same benefits as a standard bed, without you needing the extra space and monetary investment for a conventional guest bed. A sofa bed will look beautiful in your room, functioning as a sofa in the day and by night as an additional bed – the perfect functional piece of furniture for today’s modern homes.

Looking for a sofa for the living room is often the last stage of furnishing your space. You have chosen the style and colours of your room and quite often newly decorated it too. So now you need to choose the size and style as well as the colour and fabric of your new central feature for your living room – your sofa. For such an important decision the choice can be quite daunting and then there’s the price and determining the amount of investment you are looking to make. We analyse the deciding factors and look at the best sofas that give you the greatest value for money.

Choosing furniture for your living room or bedroom is one of the most pleasurable things about furnishing your home. Searching for the right upholstery fabric in your favourite shade, choosing the style that suits your interior, and then deciding how you will use the furniture, is something we all love doing. However, in this article we discuss whether it is best to choose a standard sofa or a corner sofa.