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Interior Design Tips and Inspiration

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The year was 2020, and the entire world had ground to a halt as everyone was confined indoors. It was then that I realized I had to find something to occupy my time, other than my love and passion for photography, so I decided to enroll in an interior design course. Module 3 discusses Design Styles, this is when I was introduced to the Japandi interior design aesthetic, and now I am a huge fan. It is a combination of the Scandinavian modernist movement with the traditional cultural elegance that we see in Japanese styling. These interiors are clean and minimalist but warm and comfortable at the same time. The fusion of functionality and coziness looks beautiful. The color palette is warm earth tones, which compliment both the Scandinavian and Japanese design aesthetic. An abstract, monochromatic artwork on a feature wall in this bedroom complements the uncomplicated interior design aesthetic. Recalibration by Kleoniki Vanos
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Interior Design Tips and Inspiration

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Knowing how to choose artwork for your home can have a major impact on a room, however when it comes to designing interiors, too often artwork is treated as an afterthought. Consider the following before purchasing your next piece: Choose art to suit a particular space in your home - Knowing what overall ambiance you are aiming to achieve helps when creating a bespoke selection, and the relationship between the artwork and its surroundings plays a central role when designing the desired atmosphere. Consider the room's color scheme - The artwork’s palette can either match, contrast or redefine the tones of its surroundings. Consider the lighting - Keep artwork away from natural light as this can cause the colors to fade over time. Federica Barretta, director at Opera Gallery London, advises that one should choose artwork that speaks to you, moves you, makes you dream, and inspires you. Apart from buying art as a collector, one can also buy art to celebrate an occas...
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Interior Design Tips and Inspiration

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Japandi Interiors  In keeping with the Japandi style, color trends are focused on peace and tranquility. And let's face it, we can all do with a bit of that. The beauty of earth tones, natural greens, ocean-inspired blues, and subtle neutrals are making headlines in these interiors. This color palette references the sun's effect penetrating the windows and warming the room.  For a cozy atmosphere, dark and warm colors can be used on the walls, especially in a larger than average room, as they tend to make the walls appear to advance, and by adding large, light-colored artwork to a feature wall, you create balance and interest. "Painting with the Moon" by Kleoniki Vanos Limited Edition 7/7
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