Don’t Miss the Grand Designs Live Show for Garden Design Inspiration
We’re excited to be visiting the Grand Designs Live Show this week at ExCeL in London. We can’t wait to explore the fabulous features including the 24 hr garden and attend inspirational lectures by Kevin McCloud, George Clarke and James Alexander Sinclair to name but a few.
In its 8th year, the show takes place over 9 days, from Sat 5th – Sun 13th May (10am-6pm), promising ‘Ideas and Inspiration on a Grand Scale.’ With 500 exhibitors, 7 halls and 3 theatres, as well as amazing displays, showcases, studios, workshops and presentations, it certainly is grand.
This year visitors can enjoy The Nano Village; a collection of Kevin McCloud’s most favourite builds to celebrate the 100th Grand Design house being built this year. The Grand Art Fair will showcase a selection of handpicked original art work from renowned artists, with designs to suit all homes and styles. The Live Kitchen Experience will feature top chefs cooking live whilst putting all the latest appliances to the test. Kevin McCloud, George Clarke and Charlie Luxton will all be holding book signings too, so if you want to meet them, now’s your chance.
Garden Highlights
Whether you’re considering a quick garden facelift or completely re-landscaping your outdoor space, The Grand Garden Hall has it all. You can discover exciting new products and find new ways to enjoy your garden the whole year round.
The 24 Hour Garden – A wonderful experience where visitors can witness show gardens go from day to night in minutes rather than hours, showcasing innovative outdoor lighting products.
Garden Design Studio – James Alexander Sinclair’s Studio, allows visitors to bring their garden plans along and discuss their plans and ideas with a qualified expert.
Gardens Galore –is on today at Grand Designs Theatre 2:30pm, James Alexander Sinclair lectures on how to get your garden ready for summer.
You can get tickets on the door or order them online for an ‘advance’ discount. Harrods lunch and VIP packages are also available.
If you can’t make it – don’t worry – we’ll be sharing our experiences, show highlights, news and design trends on the blog very soon.
Images Courtesy of www.granddesignslive.com
Classic Chaise Longue Brought into 2012
Whilst we offer a particular style of furniture here at MetalDesign-Furniture.co.uk, we’ve decided to peak over the fence, so to speak, at other furniture companies and discover what’s new and what’s in for those of you that like to combine the ‘luxurious’ with the more modern or minimalistic style. This post represents some interesting pieces that we want to mention.
With new designs of the classic chaise longue, comfort no longer needs to compromise design. They can be added to a room to insert style but can often be overlooked when buying for a practical purpose as when furnishing a room alternative furniture such as a three piece suite can often be cheaper and more convenient. However new and old stand alone pieces becoming more popular due to the return of vintage fashion in home interiors, so quirky items such as the chaise longue are back onto the scene.
For a traditional looking chaise longue with a back and arm rest the Mayfair mixes the classic concept of the seat with a modern twist as its edges are sharper and the wearable fabric gives a contemporary feel. This chair in dark upholstery could be the perfect addition to a formal lounge interior or a study where it could be used for reading whilst still fitting into a formal setting with a desk.
For a lounger to relax in the Bernita Leather Lounger would be perfectly placed in a bachelors pad as somewhere to kick back and chill out it. It not only has the comfort quality when looking for a new chair but also has plenty of style with its modern large quilted seat. As this chaise is positioned slightly more upright than a traditional chaise longue it could double up as a gaming chair for games consoles. However in a pale white leather upholstery this chair would not look out of place in a large bedroom or bathroom suit as a place to sit and relax.
Modern designs of chairs and seating are often the preferred types of designer furniture when furnishing trendy bars, restaurant and cafes however this type of seating can still be incorporated within your home designs. A design such as the Alizee Chaise CubeTrendy could be positioned as part of an open plan living area, as with its durable fabric and its comfort factor this chair lends itself to relaxation in a busy environment where it would be frequently in use.
Metal Furniture Trends and Colour Palettes for 2012
The top colour trends for 2012 were announced by Mix Global Colour Research at INTERIORS UK, Birmingham last week. We’ve detailed these below so you can keep up-to-date with latest fashions for the home and garden!
We offer metal furniture to match every style, so have demonstrated how to create the look using items from our collection. For instance – ‘Vanity’ provides a great Valentine’s day backdrop – Why not consider a bedroom revamp and celebrate at home this year on your very own Classico Love Seat made for two?
Epiphany – L
uxury
A traditional, luxurious look featuring; regal purple, sepia browns and soft golds.
Get the Look – Antique heirlooms and anything with embossed detailing, sumptuous velvets and silks, elegant accessories.
By Metal Design Furniture – Gala metal bed in gold, our graceful free-standing mirror, the indulgent Oliver day-lounger and elegant Classico metal garden furniture.
Monitor – Futuristic
Inspired by technology, futuristic and fantastical; luminous neons, tropical cocktail colours.
Get the Look –chrome, space-age accessories, computer graphic, 3D prints.
By Metal Design Furniture – Ultra-modern Linea bed, industrial Classico tall shelves, sleek Castrum Side Table in chrome, silver or black.
Scratch – Vibrant
A youthful trend with bold, energetic palette; zesty green, sunshiny yellow and shocking pink.
Get the Look – laser-cut details, contemporary wall art, scratched or wrapped fabrics, bold prints.
By Metal Design Furniture – Laser cut Trea metal beds and Oliver metal table and chairs and the Castrum garden bench in anthracite grey with vibrant print cushions.
Vanity – Romantic
Pretty, delicate and feminine; rose, pastel pink and fuchsia, mustard, charcoal grey.
Get the Look- feminine prints, embroidery, floaty fabrics, floating candles, fresh flowers.
By Metal Design Furniture – Romantic Paris table and chairs, delicate Cinderella bed, nostalgic folding screen and our Classico 2 seater sofa, in white or cream.
For more inspiration, visit Interiors UK.
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