Coral makes a long awaited return…

Polished yet relaxed spaces are on trend for the season ahead;Tatjana Emers shows you how to: 

Add edge to your interior using the color Coral

A Coral & Blue scheme visually grounded by Grey create 

a relaxed sophisticated look (above)

This warm hue, related to the red, orange color families can add energy and a punch of happiness to any space. Pictured here: It is paired with Blue and the Grey acts as a relevant neutral.  What an excellent marriage of colour and a wonderful balance between cool and warm hues.

Even masculine spaces can make use of a touch of coral; below, an overtly manly interior palette is softened by the addition of Coral hued accents.
 

Coral, a hue that’s sometimes pinky orange and other times yellowy orange, can best be viewed in nature...the color found inside a conch shell, or one of the many hues in a sunset definitely introduces a chic twist to any room design. Tatjana Emers

Dazzling Blue gets Nautical!

The Pantone colour for 2014 is Dazzling Blue and what better way to use it than to start with a theme. 

Dazzling Blue on the walls is balanced with lots of White!

Personally, when I think of the colour blue I imagine a relaxing breeze coming off of the ocean instantly soothing the soul; with this inspiration as my kick off I've decided a nautical theme is ideal with this palette.

White walls and accents set of the dazzling blue sofa!

When most people think nautical they imagine sail boats, helms, anchors and of course a beautiful blue. Creating this look doesn’t necessarily require you to add anchors to every pillow and can be incorporated much more simply. For example the room bellow features subtle elements that combine to create a relaxing atmosphere.

Dazzling blue vases and other accents set of the more somber blue tones!

Get this look by incorporating geometric patterns, lots of stripes, wood elements and of course lots of blue! If you are looking to add a little pizazz to your space look for ways to add yellow elements to the décor.  Victoria Seguin

THE BEST BLACK-and-WHITE UPDATES EVER!

Welcome back Black and White!

"A Modern styled lounge in crisp white with black accents is saved from starkness

 by the floor to ceiling book shelf" Charmaine Wynter

Always classic and not conforming to colour schemes trends; black-and-white have always been
“in”. This designer style movement has spread from simple black-and-white bathroom designs to a
black-and-white palette all over the house. From dining rooms to bedrooms, this color combo is back in the forefront and gaining popularity. 

"A black-and-white bedroom is set off by a mix of metallic frames" Charmaine Wynter

This neutral colour pair can be seen together in rugs, wallpaper, art and the black -and-white pattern can also be found in accessories (lamp above Sold at DSB)   In essence, it's easy to include black-and-white into your space. As a neutral, it can be added to almost any décor to add a classic element that is always en vogue! Tatjana Emer