Colour Tips when painting

Layering Colour

Layer more than one colour in a room to create added interest. For example, if you use Matchstick  on the walls, String could be used on the woodwork and a stronger colour such as Cat’s Paw or Mouse's Back  could be introduced on furniture, fireplaces or in the backs of bookcases.

• Matchstick String  Cat's Paw Mouse's Back
  

Industry, Temple Bar, Dublin

Vintage, Upcycled and New.......

INDUSTRY is a new interiors shop located on Smock Alley, Essex St. West, just at the bottom of Cow's Lane in Temple Bar. The shop is an exciting emporium of industrial, vintage, upcycled and new things. We sell furniture, lighting, artwork, textiles and a huge range of accessories

http://industrydesign.ie/

Design Sponge

Design Sponge is full of creative ideas to use around your home, office space etc.

They use simple and effective ideas for you to create

http://www.designsponge.com/

Wabi Sabi

While reading an article yesterday evening on interiors I came across this company called Wabi-Sabi. They contribute expertise to the architect and client on joinery details, material sourcing, composition of materials and finishes to achieve the desired look and functionality of the furniture.

Check them out...... http://www.wabi-sabi.ie/

Margaret Egan

       An artist inspired by everyday Irish life reflecting on landscapes and their environment.

http://www.leinstergallery.com/1_artists/view_artist.php?name=Margaret_Egan&artistid=24

Pastels

Since pastels are all in this spring/summer I thought these Andy Warhols depicted these seasons nicely. It may also give you a few hints and tips on how to incorporate these pastels with your interiors.

Marimekko

Came across a really cool Finnish online interior design Marimekko, known for its bold patterns and organic designs.

www.marimekko.com/

www.marimekko.com/