Where to place living room accessories

September 21st, 2010

The placement of living room accessories such as rugs, artwork, hanging scones and mirrors can throw up quite a challenge to first time decorators. Though we are all aware of certain ground rules such as hanging an art work behind the sofa and placing a TV in front of it, there is more to living room accessories than just this. One common mistake that people commit while placing artwork or mirrors in their living room is placing it too low or too high. It should ideally be at the eye level.

The same rule applies for hanging scones that look best when placed in a pair on the either side of an ornate mirror. As for the length of the living room curtains, make sure that they only graze the floor and not settle clumsily on it.

Read more…

Tags: Living Room, Living Room Accessories, Room, Room Accessories

Electrifiy a Room with an Edison Lamp

September 4th, 2010

Modern lighting has come a long way, and the designs are endless. However, if you’re looking to electrify a certain room, you might want to display an older version of the lighting we know today.

The Edison Lamp from Michele Varian is designed with a glass exterior that covers a wood base. The metal twist switch protrudes from the glass, and the plug is set in back of the wood base. This lamp measures 10.5” in height and 4” wide, and the light bulb is included.

This old fashioned lamp will be enjoyed for years to come, and you can save it for special rooms like the patio where you spend hours reading or in your bedroom where you like to journal. If yo

Read more…

Tags: Room, Room Edison

5 Modern Lamps That Add Style To Any Room

August 26th, 2010

Modern lamps add to the distinct style to any room of the house. You can find them in a multitude of sizes, shapes, and finishes to compliment any room. No matter where you need additional lighting, you can find a lamp that is perfect for your situation. You can use a lamp to make an artistic statement as well as being functional. That is the beauty of these modern fixtures. Modern Wood Lamps by Arturo Alvarez The Shio lamps was designed by Arturo Alvarez and are constructed using laminated wood boards, placed side-by-side and filtering the light through its spaces.Available in white or yellow finishes, the Shio comes as a table lamp, floor lamp, wall lamp and in two sizes of suspension lamp. Read more…

Tags: Lamps Add, Modern Lamps, Modern Lamps Add, Room