webzoneus posted on February 10, 2009 20:16
Source: tyionfordesign.com
1. UNIQUELY CHIC: Eclectic styling as seen in the newly revived interest in Hollywood Regency and mixing of periods and styles speaks to the need that each of us has to leave our own unique personality stamp on our home decor.
2. LIVE RESPONSIBLY: Societal responsibility and Eco-awareness in decor and furniture purchases (saying it’s Green is not enough today - consumers demand proof that the process and the final product truly are Green, sustainable and meet with Fair Trade standards). The 2008 SAGE award winners Cisco brothers (Harmony Ottoman),Hickory chair (Tufted Victorian Pouf) and Valley forge fabrics are companies leading the Green Design movement with their commitment to the environment.
3. LUXURIOUSLY GREEN: Add silk-like eco-bedding to your organic linens vocabulary, as sumptuous, silken luxury bedding makes a strong debut in the eco-bedding category. Luxury organic linens like Anna Sova's Marigold eco-silk Collection and silky Legna Collection have taken the concept of organic bedding to the next level. These natural silk-like linens are created from organic materials such as processed wood-pulp , and are given gorgeous color through the use of non-toxic dyes.
4. FASHIONISTA FINERY: A couture flair in decorative pillows, expect to see gorgeous pillows dressed in high fashion details. Silver-Gray fabrics floral and beaded accent pillow Swarovski crystal embellished pillow.
5. ARTISTIC LOVE: Desire and appreciation for artisan pieces and one-of-a kind decor and furniture-propelled by the rejection of impersonal, mass produced objects. Hand painted wall covering Neptune collection (Sondra Alexander), Black and Iris glass tubes (Tsunami Glass work), and mixed media artwork from artist Panther Station .
6. DESIGN WITHOUT BORDERS: Global and multi-cultural decor inspired by China, Russia, Latin America, Morocco and India (primary influences) are mixed and matched to create a global design tour at home. Wool Rug “Marisol Chili” inspired by 20th Century Mexican Embroidery. (Company C) , Arabesque Velvet pillow (Dransfield & rosses), Pierre Frey Bolchoi Collection “Coussin Moskova” and Mulan Rug - The Disney Collection(the rugs market).
7. PATTERN PRIDE: Art Nouveau and Art Deco inspired, botanicals, paisley, brocade, elegant animal prints, stripes and geometric patterns and motifs appear in decorative accessories and furnishings. Ivy book shelf (tema home), Octagonal Mirror (Global Views), Bouquet Chair, Grand Palais art by Judy Shelby (Uttermost), Cheetah patterned ottoman “Elegance” .
8. STYLE SHOCK: Gorgeous collision of differing, and, at times, clashing design styles give birth to new artistic interpretations of design, and mixed-media layered “mosaics” that are gaining popularity in artwork, textiles, decor and furniture - a nod to the craftsman/artisan influence on design for 2009. Shabby Louis, Patchwork style “Element” accent pillow 91656), and Bellini Chair (Versache Home).
9. SANCTUARY HOME: Creating a home environment, even if it’s only one room, that comforts and offers peace and serenity in tumultuous economic and geo-political environments by embracing simple, understated luxury and serene colors inspired by the earth’s oceans, beaches, deserts and forests. Avenue Six Curves Button Back Lounge Chair Green, Donna Upholstered Bed, and South Coast Chair .
10. MODERN EMBRACE: An overall trending toward contemporary style with increasing focus on classic traditional furniture re-interpreted in refreshingly sophisticated modern style, and mixing contemporary, and classic pieces to create a timeless elegant interior environment. Belgravia Silver Chaise, Striped Eglomise accent chest, Hot Pink Commode LXV (Cote France), and Louis XVI Medallion Chair.