Ilse Crawford is a British designer, academic and creative director with a simple mission to put human needs and desires at the center of all that she does.
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Although often described as an interior designer, Crawford’s portfolio contains projects ranging from a secluded garden for a Hong Kong restaurant to the conversion of a 100-year-old house in Stockholm into a boutique hotel.
Ilse Crawford started her career as a journalist and at only 27 she became the editor of Elle Decoration UK. After over a decade in magazines, with a mission to put human needs and desires back at the center of the design, she founded her multi-disciplinary practice Studioilse in 2001, which is her main business.
“Working for a magazine gave me a real on-the-ground education, an insight into what is actually successful. I saw so much new that I began to prioritize what would last and connect. I am still interested in the new, but I am also concerned about the relevant.”
“As the head of Studioilse, I mostly design interiors. But, in fact, we do a lot more than that here” Crawford said for Dezeen Magazine.
“Because, I think, interiors are ultimately where we live, they are a lot more than pieces of furniture. They’re really about the interior life, how we live as human beings.” In other words, it means designing furniture and products that support and enhance human behavior and actions in everyday life.
Crawford is the founder of the department of Man and Well-Being at the prestigious Design Academy Eindhoven. Her mission extends to nurturing a new generation of students to always question why and how their work improves the reality of life.
She designed the Soho House club in New York, Babington House, the Electric Cinema, and the Hong Kong restaurant Duddell’s, as well as pieces for Georg Jensen.
Duddells’s by Ilse Crawford
It’s not a traditional restaurant & bar. Nor an art gallery. And it’s much more than an exclusive members’ club. Indeed, it’s a place where you pay a lot of money to be a part of, if you’re lucky to get in, since there is a massive waiting list. Despite Duddell’s undeniable opulence and grandeur, Crawford took her signature humanistic approach to design, where people are placed at the centre of the project.
Ilse Crawford received some awards throughout her career. Below, we highlight the most recent ones:
- Queen Elizabeth II awarded her an MBE for her services to interior design, in 2014.
- In 2015, she received a Doctorate honoris causa from the London College of Communication, University of the Arts London
- Ilse Crawford was named Designer of the Year on September 2017.
Crawford was profiled in the first season of the Netflix docu-series – Abstract: The Art of Design. This is an original documentary series highlighting artists in the field of design. It was released on Netflix on February 10, 2017
As an illustration, scroll below to discover some works from StudioIlse by Ilse Crawford.
Refettorio Felix – London, 2017
The refreshed interior provides a warm and welcoming spaces to bring the community together, and restores a sense of dignity to the table. The project was conceived by Food for Soul. This is a non-profit organisation founded by renowned chef Massimo Bottura that fights against food waste and in support of social inclusion. The Felix Project sources the Supermarket suplus.
Wellbeing Collection – Nanimarquina, 2019
Wellbeing is an organism of comforting textile products that support the human experience. All the items focus on tactility, materiality, craft and quality. They add warmth, softness and comfort to indoor environments, and a connection to the senses. The collection uses traditional techniques and crafted details that make the normal special.
Ett Hem Hotel – Stockholm, 2012
Conversion of a former Arts & Crafts building into a 12-bedroom guesthouse. It is a place to stay for the modern traveller, a home away from home, where flexibility of space and function is central to the hotel’s operation.
First Class Airline Lounge – Hong Kong, 2015
Throughout the lounge every detail has been considered to ensure the passenger experience is friction-free and enables them to slow down and feel good, before getting on their flight.
We are completely surrendered to Ilse Crawford’s unparalleled work. In sum, the designer follows a work well-marked by a line of thought as much humanist and selfless as noble and exquisite.
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Rattan: The 70’s Trend is Back
Rattan furniture is one of the most fashion trends for this Summer Décor. Inside or Outside? The choice is yours. Chich or eco-friendly? Both.
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The George Dining Chair is one of the highlights of this gentleman club. And it’s not difficult to understand why, right? Along with carefully selected wood, the George is enriched with rattan on its back providing it a classy touch.
Rattan For Two!
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Get to Know Pantone 2021 Colors: Illuminating and Ultimate Gray
If the announcement already causes curiosity every year, the tone for 2021 was even more expected, since 2020 was a completely atypical year because of the covid-19 pandemic. More than just a trend, Pantone’s color of the year is also a reflection on the changes and needs of the current moment:
”The color of the year is very much a statement of how the world is feeling “
Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute defined the duo colors as practical and solid as a rock but, at the same time, comforting and optimisti. This is a combination of colors that gives us resilience and hope.
Yellow is nothing new, since this is the second time that the color appears among the company’s chosen ones along with the 2009 Mimosa hue. But this was the first time that a gray nuance was chosen. Complementing each other perfectly, the solid, eternal and calm Ultimate Gray brings stability, while the vibrant, lively and warm Illuminating is stimulating, giving energy to any decor.
The colors create an interesting contrast and can influence the way we see our spaces. With that in mind, we look for some ideas on how to bring illuminating and ultimate gray to home spaces. Whether to dare or incorporate them in a more subtle way.
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Bright reading space
If you really want to plunge headlong into illuminating, opt for a light armchair. Combine with a rug or illuminating and ultimate gra pillows for a great rest and reading area.
Inspiring gallery wall
Stream your creative ideas with pictures frames on Pantone 2021 colors. Add an ultimate gray or illuminating color seat to bring even more harmony to the environment.
Energizing workspace
Keep your decor up with a vibrant dose of ultimate gray on top of a illuminating wall in your homeoffice.
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5 Unforgettable Comeback Design Pieces
Fashions in interior design are cyclical, and many classic pieces are making a comeback with a new interpretation.
Comeback Design Pieces:
The 45 Chair – Finn Juhl
In the fall of 1945, Finn Juhl presented the “45 Chair” at the Cabinetmakers’ Guild’s annual exhibition. Today, this chair is seen as one of the most innovative and emblematic pieces of Danish furniture design. Finn Juhl’s dream of studying art history, together with his love of contemporary art, gave rise to the “45 Chair”.
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Eva Chair – Bruno Mathsson
The Eva chair, designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1933, is making a significant comeback in interior design. This iconic piece combines functionality and aesthetics, reflecting Mathsson’s innovative approach to ergonomics and comfort. With its curved wooden frame and wicker or canvas seat, the Eva chair is a celebration of classic Scandinavian design. Its elegant simplicity and durability continue to captivate contemporary design enthusiasts, demonstrating how timeless pieces can be reinterpreted to suit today’s modern styles.
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Mae West Sofa – Salvador Dalí
The “Mae West Sofa” is an iconic piece of furniture created by surrealist artist Salvador Dalí in 1937. Inspired by the sensual lips of actress Mae West, the sofa features a bold and provocative design that transforms an image from pop culture into functional art. With its voluptuous curves and vibrant red finish, the piece not only serves as a utilitarian object, but also as a work of art that challenges the traditional conventions of design and aesthetics. This sofa exemplifies Dalí’s ability to fuse art, humor and desire into a single object, solidifying his position as one of the masters of surrealism.
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The Airline Armchair – Kem Weber
The Eva chair, designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1933, is making a significant comeback in interior design. This iconic piece combines functionality and aesthetics, reflecting Mathsson’s innovative approach to ergonomics and comfort. With its curved wooden frame and wicker or canvas seat, the Eva chair is a celebration of classic Scandinavian design. Its elegant simplicity and durability continue to captivate contemporary design enthusiasts, demonstrating how timeless pieces can be reinterpreted to suit today’s modern styles.
Soft Pad Chair – A Charles & Ray Eames
The “Mae West Sofa” is an iconic piece of furniture created by surrealist artist Salvador Dalí in 1937. Inspired by the sensual lips of actress Mae West, the sofa features a bold and provocative design that transforms an image from pop culture into functional art. With its voluptuous curves and vibrant red finish, the piece not only serves as a utilitarian object, but also as a work of art that challenges the traditional conventions of design and aesthetics. This sofa exemplifies Dalí’s ability to fuse art, humor and desire into a single object, solidifying his position as one of the masters of surrealism.
The charm of the past is being rediscovered, bringing a mix of nostalgia and modernity to contemporary homes.
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Forest Green: Color Trend 2019
Forest Green has been trending in the last few years and will continue to be big in 2019!
Once considered formal and outdated, the revamp of forest green feels fresh and organic.
According to some prestigious interior designers, forest greens are a great choice for the present year.
The first recorded use of forest green as a color name in English was in 1810. This color is a representation of the average color of the leaves of the trees of a temperate zone deciduous forest. On the other hand, it’s also used to represent deciduous forest on maps depicting natural vegetation.
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From bottle-green sofas to sage-coloured kitchen cabinets, all shades of green are a key colour in every interior right now. Despite that, this year there is no doubt the forest green took the throne. A lick of forest green can add personality to a tired living space, especially when balanced with brilliant white detailing across the stairs and doorways.
Here are some ideas of how to incorporate the shade into your spaces immediately.
Shades of green inevitably evoke growth, renewal, and life; and what better message to send in the heart of your home? Be inspired by this inspiring kitchen in lush shade of forest green.
Green accessories and plants liven up the beautiful natural textures in this living room. Plants are an easy way to embrace a sprinkling of green throughout your home. Take a look at this ambiance by Wood Tailors Club.
If your space is feeling boring, add a statement piece of furniture. This bold green sofa by Wood Tailors Club creates a beautiful vignette with the simple neutral art and accessories.
This Wood Tailors Club’s armchair add a sophisticated lux feel to every living set. The unexpected shape, color, and textile elevates the design.
In sum, look for this hue to make a comeback from the ’90s as a perfect earthy color to mix with your rustic woods; Use the traditional forest green in a rich upholstery to add a sophisticated layer to your clean-lined modern aesthetic. This shade of green, and others as well, create pretty contrast when used with the warm tones gaining popularity this year
As you can see it is a perfect color to use this year and the combinations are endless.
Go bold with Forest Green!
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Wooden Furniture To Upgrade Your Living Room
Wooden Furniture are good allies in decorating environments. Allowing the combination of styles, colors and textures.
They are articles capable of bringing distinction and elegance, being applicable in different ways according to different styles and preferences.
So that’s why we present in this article 5 wooden furniture that when used in living rooms decoration are able to transform the environment giving more comfort and personality to the space. In addition to show how wooden furniture can easily adapt to different types of decoration.
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Wooden Center Table
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Wooden Furniture Inspiration pieces:
If you plan to upgrade your living room, a wooden center table may be an option. That’s because they usually occupy a prominent place in the room, being in the center, they are easily visualized and can impact the Wooden Furniture decór without much work.
Wooden Bookcase
The wooden bookcase, in turn, draws attention for its size. As its large and occupies a considerable space in living rooms, a bookcase can be the key piece of furniture to bring the change you want to your room. Among its uses, in addition to storing books, wood bookcase can also be used to share environments.
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Wooden Furniture Inspiration pieces:
Wooden Armchair
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When decorating an environment its common to choose a key piece to attract all eyes. The armchairs are capable of generating charm and personality to the environment, without losing its real functionality.
Inspiration pieces:
Wooden Floor Lamps
Illumination is an important factor in the perception of an environment. Not only the type of light, but also your lamp. Wooden floor lamp can manage to transform an environment by transmitting comfort and warmth.
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Inspiration pieces:
Wooden Sofas
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Sofas are featured pieces in any room because of their size or their usefulness. The point is that wooden sofas, in addition, can give a new face to the room, they are easily adaptable to different types of decoration. Always bringing more originality and cozy. So, if you want to change and you still don’t know how, don’t be afraid to take chances on wooden sofas, because the chances of success are high.
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Earth Tones Trend: Interior Décor
Earth Tones Trend
Right now décor magazines, furniture brands, and interior designers are telling you what the must-have trends are. Rich, earth tones imbue this new season with a cozy and natural ambiance.
The beauty of earth tones in furniture is often overlooked, but it can be used to create an inviting and calming atmosphere in any room. Earth tones evoke natural and organic feelings, while still maintaining a certain level of sophistication and modernity.
The neutral colors paired with warm and cool tones can be used to create any look from earthy boho to classic elegance. Whether you’re trying to give a room a natural, soothing vibe or a vibrant and edgy feel, earth tones in the furniture can be the difference between an average room and an unforgettable space.
Once summer arrives, we are loving the idea of adding more neutral shades to the interior décor.
Looking for a natural touch in your home? Try to mix earth tones and nature-inspired elements with contemporary details. You will be astonished by the result.
Your home should be the most comfortable place in the world, where you can relax and feel like you’re in a retreat. Say Hi to the summer with this warm color.
Earth tones will work with everything in your living set but we especially think it looks so chic when paired with a modern style. Also, terracottas, mustard, cozy reds, sultry grays, olive green and earthy browns infuse spaces with energy and warmth, two things that are always good to have in a room, no matter the season.
Even more, we see deep green hues coming to the fore. Then, play up the color with matching plants.
Indeed, layered neutral-tone rugs of varying origins are having a moment. It’s a look that works in almost every home, adding a subtle hit of global style.
Furthermore, mix materials. Use a vintage and reclaimed-timber piece and place it right alongside modern wood creations. It will look so lit. It promotes the mixing of old and new woods that are completely in contrast to one another.
For those who want a more elemental, nature-inspired hue with a contemporary twist in their home, the earth tones will truly shine. This is both casual and refined.
Using earth tones to create the mood in a room is a great way to add natural warmth without being too overwhelming. The muted colors of the earth tones have a calming and welcoming effect, perfect for creating a sense of tranquility. The rich shades work perfectly to craft a peaceful atmosphere by blending with other neutral tones like white, beige or grey.
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With the rise of modern melding of different styles, earth tones have become key elements in creating a stylish home. This look combines traditional earthy colors but combines them with modernly sleek silhouettes. Balance between these two design styles can be achieved with complementary warm and cool
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Spring Decor Trends In 3 Steps
Spring decor trends in 3 steps to strip your house of winter mood and make it more fresh and cheerful to receive the most colorful and flowery season of the year.
Spring is a transition season that maintains the freshness of winter and brings the summer´s colors.
Therefore, the great tendency to leave your home in the seasons mood is to bet on a mix of colors, wooden furniture and plants, bringing lightness, spaciousness and life to the environments. this is one of the Spring Decor Trends.
Bellow we separated some Spring Decor Trends that can give the season mood at you home in 3 steps.
1 STEP: COLORS
Don’t be afraid to abuse of vibrant colors in your Spring Decor Trends
The use of strong colors is our first tip. As spring is a transition season, we can leave the dark and closed tones of winter, to adopt tones that are warmer and bring more life to the environment.
Color can come through walls, wooden furniture or even accessories placed strategically.
An important point to make your spring decor is to assess the environment and see which combinations will fit better. Considering factors such as space and light, as some colors can give a more closed and dark tone to the environment. And that isn’t our intention on Spring Decor Trends .
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2 STEP: Wooden Furniture
Bet on wooden furniture to match with the lightness and comfort of the season
Wooden furniture are versatile. So don’t be afraid to dare in your spring decor, they fit easily into different types from rustic to contemporary.
In the rustic style it´s possible to use wooden furniture along with another material, such as Rattan. Bringing the warm and welcoming atmosphere that comes with the Spring Decor Trends.
In contemporary style decorations, you can use wooden furniture with color upholstery, differentiated design or significant details, bringing the modern air of the piece to the environment.
With a unique design and style, wooden furniture carries sophistication, exclusivity and resistance. Therefore, there are no limitations, they can be part of compositions throughout the house whether in living rooms, kitchens, outdoor areas, among others.
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3 STEP: Plants
Let spring bloom inside your house
From the outside in. That’s what you should be doing with the plants this spring. Invest in plants in your Spring Decor Trends and give more life to your home.
Indoor plants go beyond decorative accessories, they can help to increase your mood and improve the air quality in your home.
But be careful when choosing the plant. Because each species needs a certain time of sun and watering. Then choose the one that will best fit the desired location. And take into account your availability to water and care for them so they don’t die.
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4th July Decor Ideas
4th July Decor Ideas, Furniture Tips, and More.
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KELLY HOPPEN: ICONIC INTERIOR DESIGNER
Discover here everything about the iconic interior designer Kelly Hoppen.
With over 40 years’ experience at the forefront of the design industry, Kelly Hoppen is one of the most celebrated and sought after interior designers in the world.
Hoppen began her career at 16 when she was given the opportunity to design a family friend’s kitchen. So, that was what kick-started her iconic career. Also, Kelly’s globally renowned and ever-evolving style is defined by a subtle fusion of East meets West. It means clean lines and neutral tones, intuitively balanced with an opulent warmth.
She has designed for a number of celebrities, including David and Victoria Beckham; and Martin Shaw. Also, Kelly’s team has put their stamp on the homes, yachts, hotels, and jets of private clients all over the world.
Further, some of Hoppen’s most recent projects include a collaboration with Disney. So to celebrate Mickey Mouse’s 90th anniversary, the Celebrity Edge cruise ship for Celebrity Cruises, an ultra-luxury residential tower block in Taiwan, One Park Taipei. And also LUX* Grand Gaube hotel, the second hotel she has designed for LUX* in Mauritius.
Kelly’s portfolio boasts a diverse selection of projects spanning the last four decades.
The author of nine design books, Kelly is also a TV personality, appearing as an investor on BBC’s Dragon’s Den, a judge on the Great British Design Challenge. And most recently as a candidate on Celebrity Apprentice in aid of Comic Relief.
“My philosophy has always remained the same. It’s about creating calm balanced environments based on Eastern cultures, i.e. order and creation of harmony. How people feel in a space is as important as the way it looks; one can’t be without the other to succeed.”She has said of her design philosophy.
In sum, her interest in both furniture and product design shines through the authenticity of her work. She is a versatile person deeply committed to all areas of her creative output.
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Classic Blue Pantone: The Color Of The Year
If you plan to improve your decor this year, we have a tip for you:
Bet on Classic Blue, the color of the year according to Pantone
The American color consulting company, Pantone, used to choose a trend color for fashion, design and culture every year. And this year, the color selected was Classic Blue.
This shade of blue is usually associated with communication and clarity. The use of Classic Blue in decoration promotes concentration and helps to organize thoughts. Making a balance in relation to the fast pace that technology imposes on us.
Thus, we collected some interior ideas with classic blue in different environments, to make you even more inspired to update in your decor.
CLASSIC BLUE ON WALLS
How about changing the vibe of the house walls for this year’s trend color? Although Classic Blue is a strong color, if applied to a wall that receives light in the morning and is illuminated at night, it will not leave the environment as dark.
So don’t be afraid to dip in the paint and spread it everywhere.
Worth the walls, ceiling and doors.
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CLASSIC BLUE IN FURNITURE
The Classic Blue furniture can highlight strategic areas in the design of a residence. They can complement decorations with a white background or another neutral color.
As Classic Blue is a sober color with a timeless and lasting hue, its simplicity allows for different combinations with other elements in more cheerful colors.
Just remember to adjust the lighting of these rooms so they don´t look dark at the end of decorating.
Featuring Pieces:
CLASSIC BLUE IN ACCESSORIES
Now if you want to improve your decor with classic blue in a simpler way. We suggest that you invest in accessories. They can make all the difference, contrasting with monochromatic environments and highlighting the trend color of the year in the details.
Below we leave some items in classic blue that can give the touch of the year trend color that your decoration needs, without much effort.
According to Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of Pantone “Classic Blue encourages us to look beyond the obvious, to expand our horizons, encouraging us to think deeply, open our perspective and improve communication”.
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Modern Rustic: 5 Décor Ideas
Are you fan of those houses that look old but new at the same time? That features historical traits and modern furniture ?
Modern Rustic is that trend where old meets new and together they form a coherence worthy of the name.
I think we are all fan of those houses that give you an impression of being in the forest with that country touch. Here you’ll find 5 ideas if you would to redecorate your house in a Modern Rustic way.
1st Modern Rustic:
Wood is an essential material in a rustic décor. Either in the ceiling or a full wall, it gives your house that country style you’re aiming for. Plus, it brings you closer to nature.
Big windows allow the view to accompany the design and to naturally enlighten the room. Especially, if you’re around nature.
Featured pieces:
2nd Modern Rustic:
Rustic houses rock with sobriety. Subdued hues for the walls and upholstery is the smart choice. As material for the upholstery, linen fits very well with your furniture. Beyond the natural character it brings to your house, it also remains chic.
Featured pieces:
3rd:
In case you’re not surrounded by nature, you can always bring nature inside. In fact, just by putting some plants you have nature’s presence. The wood of the walls, ceiling and/or furniture give that contrast of like having a tree in your house.
Modern Rustic Featured pieces:
4th:
It isn’t because the modern rustic trends on old, vintage and classic characteristics that your furniture has to be. Obviously you can use modern furniture that will make the contrast between the old and the new. Still, they have to be simple, functional and wood.
Featured pieces:
5th :
If you have choice, try to keep your place wide open and always use simple yet original furniture. Architectural and natural pieces are important details. Last but not least, avoid prints and go for neutral colors which gives sobriety.
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Bedroom Interior Design Ideas
Your bedroom is much more than the place where you sleep, it’s your safe space. It’s your personal corner where you can be yourself no matter what. It must be a space where you feel in comfort and relate to. So, we have some bedroom interior design ideas we’d like to share with you.
Mid-Century Bedroom
Come rain or shine, your bedroom it’s the perfect place to be. You set the mood you want, whenever you want. Add some paintings, express yourself through the pieces you choose.
This mid-century inspired will make you feel like a Hollywood star in your own room.
We all have those days when we don’t want to quit our bedrooms and just chill either watching Netflix or reading a book. No matter what we are up to, everything is better when the atmosphere is good.
Craftsmen bedroom represents an ease to get everything next to your bed for those chilly days. With this walnut wood nightstand by your side, it will confer to your room uniqueness.
Craftsmen Bedroom
Contemporary Bedroom
This contemporary bedroom will merge you in a traditional yet modern atmosphere.
That place where you can rest after a long day, where most of your thoughts are founded and programmed. All dreams happen to happen there. These wall lamps will introduce more yang energy to the room.
This New York style is the ideal for you if you like the cosmopolitan life.
Without a doubt, your room defines and represents you. So, it has to be complete, comfortable and inspiring. We hope you felt inspired as we were by these ideas.
Either minimalist or modern rustic, each proposition can inspire you somehow to create your own personal space.
New York Bedroom
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