The Wall : Give them some Love & Decor!!

Something that I can never get on board with and that really drives me up the wall (I can really win an award with my puns. Let me know when to rein it in :P) are BLANK WALLS. While I totally get the concept of "Minimal Chic", I don't understand how a piece of decor on the wall makes it any less chic?? So I thought I will just bounce around few Wall decor ideas and you can take it forward from there, whatever works for you (when in doubt, just shout :P. I mean mail us.).

1) Frame 'Em Up - A wall of frames is always a good idea! It can be frames of family portraits, paintings (by others or yourself), framed fabrics (yes, why not? We come across such beautiful textile art that they need to be under the spot-light), framing tapestry - the list is endless and the possibilities, myriad. You can mix it up with playing with different shapes - oval, circular, square and rectangle. You can also play around by mixing up the theme, say a collection of family portraits with paintings by your grandmother.

See how the family portraits are balanced by the silhouette arts and how the frame shapes have been played around with. Such an interesting wall!!

Courtesy : Elle Decor

Mirror Mirror on the Wall

How did such a mundane object, almost as mundane as breathing (I mean you can't do without both, right?? No?), suddenly become so important in the decor world? Apart from it's utility value, mirrors add so much spunk to any space. Sadly it has been under-appreciated, until now!! From creating illusion of space to reflecting light illuminating dark corners to adding a touch of glamour and drama to any space, mirrors do it all. If you have stuck around for long you would know our sheer irreverence for the humble mirror. So how about we effectively discuss this dynamic element of decor at length and its optimum usage in each room -

1) In the Entryway : A bright mirror in your foyer or entry hallway reflects a lot of light and gives you and your guests a cheery welcome. Also in our busy lives, we are mostly rushing out. A quick look in the mirror while heading out can give you a boost of confidence before facing the real world. Remember that this mirror, apart from adding aesthetic value, also needs to be utilitarian - so please use a mirror in which your reflection is clearly visible. 

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