Pastel & Milan

Hello, I have been enjoying all the reports back from the recent Milan Furniture Fair 'Salone-del Mobile'. Emerging trends such as pastel colours, lots of brass and copper, marble and natural timber finishes were popular. Before the online Blog and Social Media were so much a part of our lives it would take a while for the beautiful trends of the Milan Furniture Fair to hit our shores. That is obviously no longer the case.

You can see now how we are embracing the new metals, the extensive use of natural timber in interiors and as exterior detail on new homes. Homewares & art featured in beautiful pastels (though I do think the pastel furniture is yet to really take off - wont be long though) and more prominant use of marble. Marble was once reserved for the more upmarket or prestigious property. More and more you are seeing it being used and enjoyed by the masses.

I thought I would share a few photos from my online library of the various trends being used. Starting today with Pastel colour. Hope you enjoy the photos.

images via Decor8, My Pinterest Page, Est Magazine,

 

Abigail Ahearn

I have long admired Abigail Ahearn's work without realising she was the one responsible for it. How crazy is that? As you trail through a million design images each month not all are labelled with the original designer. Abigail is edgy and out there! Heralded as one of the 'Hottest UK Designers" right now, she is certainly one to follow.

She has a great blog filled with brilliant tips and tricks of the trade and fabulous photos of her work.

Here's a few of my favourites below.

all images via Abigail Ahearn

 

Books

Hi all, I love love love books in interior design. I think I sound like a broken record, but you can never go past a lovely pile of books with a little ornament on top to really personalise your space. Its that loved, lived in look they create. Even if you never read them - books add  personality, life and interest to any space.

Colour coded, lying down, standing up, piled on the floor - they are beautiful in everyway!

Check out these little vignettes below featuring the humble book!!

images via Daily Dream Decor, The Style Files & Domaine Home

Pottery Barn & West Elm

Hi all, I finally got to visit the new Pottery Barn and West Elm stores in Bondi Junction the other week. What a thrill, I had a great day. After having waited so long for them to arrive in Sydney I was really excited to get in and have a nosey. Lots of beautiful pieces, great furniture, homewares, gorgeous throws and cushions. I pretty much loved everything. The prices are really reasonable too!

I think its well worth a visit - and I hope they get bigger and better. Their range here is not quite as extensive as the US - which is understandable of course.

Check out my iphone shots below - these were some of my favourites from the stores.