SCANDI LIVING
Scandinavian design is a movement, characterized by simplicity, minimalism and functionality, that emerged in the early 20th century, and subsequently flourished in the 1950s throughout the five Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, and Iceland. Think clean, simple lines; minimalism with a blend of cosy textures and soft hues. A style of simple modern furniture, the use of light timbers, natural textures, bright, light spaces with distinctive style and functionality.
BOHEMIAN FOLK
Bohemian or Boho style is a personal, exotic and rule-breaking modern design style. The French term “Bohemien” comes with a long folksy history from the 19th Century. “Bohemians” were considered unconventional and artistic people who travelled around Europe from poorer countries. Today, this style has translated into Bohemian interiors, famous for elements like layered textures, vintage pieces, and natural finishes. This is the opposite of Scandi or Contemporary. This is Maximalism. This is a style of layers upon layers, vintage pieces, hand made objects, lots of plants, tonnes of colour and personal treasures from all over the world.
COASTAL
QUEENSLANDER
This is a style that encompasses summer all year round. The look is light and breezy, spacious with large windows and French doors, allowing an abundance of natural light. The interiors are light, bright and whitewashed with a sophisticated yet beachy vibe that comes across as effortless and calming. Think natural and distressed timbers, white walls, rattan accents and furnishings with deep blue brocade, paisley or geometric prints. These furnishings often work well in large open plan homes where the outdoors and indoors interconnect for easy entertaining.
MINIMAL
CONTEMPORARY
Famous architects Walter Gropius and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe were the pioneers of minimalist architecture at the start of the Cubist design movements "De Stijl and Bauhaus" in Germany in the 1920s. The phrase "Less is More" is still the formula for sleek, contemporary minimalist interiors of today. The new contemporary interior has designer furniture pieces, lighting and fabrics. It is stylish, uncluttered, shiny and punchy with elements of art, sculpture and architecture that create a “WOW” dialogue, paired with a “WOW” price tag. Just like designer handbags, shoes or fashion, Contemporary interiors follow the latest trends in furniture, lighting, art and technology. They are ever-changing.
MID CENTURY
MODERN
This style was started after the second World War in the 1950's, by the Bauhaus architects who migrated to America from Europe. With the change in economy, came the change in technology, allowing designers to work with new materials in new ways. Wood, in various forms and colours became a must in all interiors. Non-traditional materials such as metal, glass, vinyl and plastic were experimented with and today, we still seek out the companies who manufacture these iconic pieces. Colour is brave, but used as accents, as were the use of black and white bold graphics. A Mid Century Modern interior will have a blend of furnishings which, collectively, can mirror this authentic designer’s style.
ECLECTIC
An Eclectic Interior is an artful mix of multiple design styles within one space. An art of balance and contrast. A mix of high and low, rugged and luxe, bold and quiet, shiny and rough, new and old, natural and man made. The Eclectic can be Rustic, Modern, Contemporary, Frenchy or Vintage. It combines the elements that we treasure and cannot throw out with a selection of bespoke pieces balanced stylishly. There is a rule of no rules but it could just as easily be turned to chaos. A designer's role is to ensure that the Eclectic mix is a reflection of the owner's individual style balanced with interior function, form and beauty.