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Just like we promised in our earlier post , we are back with a report on what's trending from the Milan Design Week 2017 that will continue to be big in interiors through the year and the following year. This year one would've witnessed a veritable explosion of colours, materials and patterns at the fair. It was a real challenge to pinpoint what's more trending than the other, but that did not stop us from getting on to analyse the widely trending colours and materials for the year ahead. Colours: Green kept low profile last year, but occupies a larger quotient when it came to top trending colours this year.  Staying true to the Patone colour of the year, green in shades of olive, forest, deep sea and natural can be seen on walls and panelling, bases, while olive remains as an accent colour. Last year's big new colour, warm grey continues to be seen in paints, leather, wood, plastics, wallpaper. The hue in tones of olive and rust makes an understated appearance. ...

The week-long and the world’s biggest design event – Salone del Mobile 2017 kicks off from April 4 to 9 making Milan city the busiest place on earth. It’s a global platform where design enthusiast, architects and designers swarm to the Rho fairgrounds to seek what’s new and trending with an impending goal to use the latest in décor.  Here’s the breakdown of all the exhibits that will be happening at the 56th edition of the fair: • Salone Internazionale del Mobile Salone • The International Furnishing Accessories Exhibition • Euroluce • Workplace3.0 • SaloneSatellite Alongside the main fair Salone del Mobile, there’s also Fuorisalone - which has its own set of events and exhibitions that animate the Milan city. The events include- Zona Tortona, Brera Design District, Ventura – Lambrate, Università Statale, Triennale Di Milano, S. Babila, Porta Venezia In Design and Rossana Orlandi.  Salone, the Milan Furniture Fair 2017, starts tomorrow. We bring you th...

Choosing a sofa does not limit to size, price, colour and material, the form and function of the sofa are equally important. In this guide we have explained 14 styles and their defining characteristics from arms to legs. Knowing these styles will help you appreciate great design, brush up on your design vocabulary and tell how different a chesterfield is from a tuxedo just like a pro. And if you're planning to buy one, it's always better to know the different styles so you can pick your favourite and know exactly what you're looking for. Here are 14 styles of sofas to choose from. 1. Sectional Sofa The section sofa is a multi-piece sofa. It can be arranged in a number of configurations with many styles, designs and materials depending on your preference. The common configurations are L-shape, U-shape, J-shape and semi-circle. The number of pieces are generally three and five. Suggested for: larger living rooms; great if you like to stretch out. 2. Chesterfield The ...

Colour, being the holistic part of the home decor necessitates us to keep a pulse on the latest trending colours. Since we’re a couple of months into the year, a pattern for what trends are going to be in and what interior looks are going to be popular have started to emerge. From Marsala in 2015 and the Rose Quartz-Serenity combo in 2016, Pantone looked to nature for its 2017 trending Colour of the Year, Greenery it is. Drifting towards its obvious connection with nature, the colour has sprung with a hope to bring the regenerating, refreshing, revitalizing, and renewing atmosphere to your decor space. At IMM Cologne 2017, the first interior fair which took place for the year, green was the dominating trend theme in interior design. It made its way big into homes starting from the walls to the carpets. Another leading trade show for the global community of interior designers - Maison et Objet, showcased how green came through quite strong making it certain that this hue is here to s...

Research says that we spend one third of our life in bed . In fact, we spend much more than that, it could be talking on the phone, catching forty winks, having breakfast in bed or just sending late office mails. It is your personal space, a place where you unwind, a place where you dream, where you have life's great moments with your family and loved ones. For a place such as this, shouldn't it deserve to look magnificent and be able to give you many more years of delightful memories? Here are a repertoire of upholstered beds that come in stunning designs, quality, as well as make a sophisticated statement to match your lifestyle. The inviting Hampton by Calligaris is a fully upholstered double bed with deep buttoned headboard and bed frame with a stylish removable cover. It is available in stain-resistant and anti-bacterial Melrose fabric or Ekos faux leather, with wooden or aluminium feet. Sleek Hampton bed by Calligaris Joy upholstered double bed fin...

Whether for dinner parties or festive occasions, gatherings happen more around the dining table than in the living hall. With guests pouring time and again, you want to make sure they are comfortable and aren’t fatigued while sitting through those long driven conversations. Be it classic or contemporary, high back or low back, upholstered or plain, armchair or armless, here are 20 dining chair styles to pick from, for those every day repast or soirées. Blend of Classic and Contemporary chairs by Calligaris Sami: This upholstered chair by Calligaris is a fun and modern alternative to the typical chair. It is characterised by a hexagonal pattern, contrasting cross-stitches along the edges, and supported by a solid wood base. The fresh design of the chair is one that cannot be matched. Whether placed in the dining room, the kitchen, or anywhere else in your home, the chair will enhance any situation through its bold and stylish design. Venus: This leather chair by Calligaris i...

Enter 2017 with a fresh take on light. Give your home a big makeover with small changes that highlight what you love most about your home. Here are 10 iconic lamps that will set the tone for the new year at home. The Ageo E Filo from Tonin Casa is a contemporary lamp that diffuses a soft light and is particularly suitable for lighting up the living room of your home. It  is available in chrome with a red cable and cotonette lamp shade. Also available in hanging or freestanding versions. The Ovo from Tonin Casa is a hanging lamp, created by the combination of Murano glass bowl, chrome and silk. Perfect for the living room and the dining room. Available in two different versions. The Oriani from Tonin Casa embodies an essential and modern design that allows to furnish any room at home. Available in 2 or 3-light bulb versions. The Santena from Tonin Casa is a suspension lamp adorned with appliqué crystals and topped with a chrome finish. Available as in shapes...