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Black and White Interior Design Colour Schemes

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Colour trends are forever changing and sometimes it’s difficult to keep up; to know what’s in and what’s out. What we do know, though, is that black and white are two colours that are always in style. In this post we’re going to learn the correct colour terms and discover how to make this classic theme work in your home. Perhaps how we use these colours may change over time, but this is a classic partnership that works in many different settings, and one that’s always on trend.

Many people refer to the black and white colour scheme as being ‘monochromatic’ but that’s not actually correct. Let’s begin by sorting out the difference between the terms ‘monochromatic’ and ‘achromatic’.

The intensity and vividness of a colour is represented by its saturation. Colours can broadly be divided into ‘chromatic’ and ‘achromatic’ colours, depending on the absence or presence of this saturation. A chromatic colour is any colour that has the slightest amount of hue while an achromatic colour lacks hues – like the colours white, grey and black.

How to Style a Small Entrance or Hallway

If you knew that your entrance or hallway gives guests a hint at what lies beyond, do you think you would style this small but important area with more thoughtful and practical decorating items? Many people do of course, but way too many of us use our entrance or hallway as a drop-zone for absolutely everything – from kids shoes and schoolbags right through to coats, parcels, umbrellas, and shopping bags – and we forget just how lasting first impressions are.

Learning About Different Types Of Materials Used in Interior Design

A lot of thought and planning goes into interior design and designers must choose very carefully, selecting the right materials for budget, durability, safety, comfort, and flexibility.

In this post we’re taking a closer look at just a few of the more common materials used in interior designing finishes, like timber, rattan, leather, velvet, and linen. Each material adds a different personality and perspective to a space and it’s important that each material’s strengths and weaknesses are considered when used in interior design.

Mixing Timber Tones and Getting it Right!

More and more we’re noticing people becoming adventurous with styling their homes, and one question we’re often asked is how to mix timber tones in a room – and get it right! Many people say they’d love to experiment but are hesitant to combine different timbers in a space. Fortunately, mixing wood tones in a room can work beautifully, but there are a few basic rules to follow.

Top Autumn Interior Trends At Abide Interiors

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Everyone here at Abide Interiors loves autumn, and now that we’re already into the first month of autumn we’re thrilled to bring you our top interior trends for 2021. Our buyers have selected their own favourite pieces from across our entire range to help you maintain a fresh and stylish space this season.

Sitting between summer and winter, autumn can be a confusing time of the year. It’s not hot anymore, even though there may be a few remaining warm days, but it’s not cold either.

We feel this is the perfect time to take note of your furniture and ensure that all pieces and other decorative accents in your home transition easily across all seasons. Below we’ve listed interior trends that do precisely that.

How To Create a Hamptons-Style Outdoor Area

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As a nation of beach-lovers, it comes as no surprise that Hamptons Style interior design has taken off so quickly in Australia. But Hamptons styling is not just about interior design – it can also be about your outdoor living area. Lounging outdoors on comfortable furniture, catching the cool, evening breeze, what more could any true-blue Australian want from their outdoor area? If coastal outdoor living appeals to you and you’re inspired to create your own Hamptons Style outdoor area, read on to discover how you too can create a luxurious yet comfortable, natural yet elegant, outdoor entertaining area.

Choosing The Perfect Height For Your Bar Stools

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Choosing a bar stool shouldn’t be a hard task – after all, a bar stool is a bar stool, right? Many people are surprised that choosing the right stool for their bar, club, home, or café is not as easy as it sounds. That’s because there are a few important facts you need to know, and if you haven’t done your homework you could well end up buying the wrong product.

For starters, what height should your bar stool be; does it need to swivel; do you need upholstered or cushions; do you want the bar stool to contrast with the bar counter, or match it?

Doing some quick research and a few measurements can save you the time and hassle of having to return stools, or alternatively, having to put up with stools that are a bad fit for your area. There are plenty of bar stools to choose from, so do your homework and you’ll have no problems at all finding the perfect stools to suit your room.

Decorating Ideas to Take Your Kids Bedroom from Toddler to Teen

It’s not an easy feat decorating a child’s bedroom. You have to consider the current age of your toddler, always remembering that it won’t be long before they outgrow their cute little room and suddenly they’re an independent pre-teen-teenager with their own tastes and opinions who needs their bedroom to reflect their own interests and who they are.

So, your toddler’s room needs to be a safe space where they love spending time, while also being a practical room that can handle endless hours of play – all the while adapting as your child grows. What’s the solution? Fortunately, it’s easier than it sounds. By investing in just a few key pieces and making clever updates with paint, accents, and fun textiles, you can create the perfect bedroom for a child of any age.

Easy Styling the French Countryside Way

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As the name suggests, French Countryside styling is inspired by the French countryside; it’s a look that’s inviting and comfortable, and it’s still one of the most popular decorating styles. If you visited a French countryside home you’d probably expect to see natural stone floors and classic printed drapery in the living room – walls would be plaster-finished, while rough and distressed wooden furniture would be scattered throughout the home.

If you’ve decided to style your home the French Countryside way, let’s take a closer look at how you too can incorporate the warm and welcoming aesthetics of the French countryside

All Interior Design Lovers Should Understand These Four Colour Rules

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Interior designing can be a complicated process, especially when it comes to choosing the right colour scheme. It’s easy to become frustrated, confused, or just plain stuck! How do interior design experts know how to choose the perfect palette to create the perfect room? The colours you choose need to be put together in just the right way to create perfect harmony, but there are so many colours to choose from.

Fortunately, the experts have already done the hard work for us, because now there are colour rules we can use to ensure a perfect balanced look, every single time. In this post we’ll go through these colour rules to ensure you never have to feel frustrated when trying to style your home.