A modern lounge
December 10, 2008
By Lauren Cooke
Having a modern lounge doesn’t mean that you have to shout drama from the roof tops.
In fact, the subtlety of modern style, wallpaper and design is often ignored – even though it can be used to create fashionable, liveable spaces with very little fuss. To achieve a modern understatement of a room, there are a few key components that add that extra panache without blinding your guests.
Firstly, prints. Forget the huge bright and bold prints that seem to dominate this year – if you want to prevent your guests clashing with your room, St Judes stock unusual fabrics that make for great cushions and throws visit http://www.stjudes.co.uk or if it’s your wallpaper you’d like to update there are some great designs at www.wallpaperdirect.co.uk.
Next up its furniture. Everyone knows that your choices with regards to tables, sofas and more can make or break a room. To really spice up the room with modern touches, try some of these modern but functional pieces to jazz us your lounge which you can view in the gallery.
http://www.johnlewis.com/230475265/Product.aspx - this mirrored cabinet is only £288
Complete the minimalist but comfortable look with this gorgeous sofa from IKEA, at £722.30 .
To go for something warmer yet still oozing modern style, try this gorgeous wooden TV stand from http://www.kozaidesigns.com/
For the finishing touches, you don’t have to look far. Most high street home brand shops, will stock extensive amounts of subtle, understated and utterly desirable lighting and decorative items, which should effectively complete the ethos of your room. Elegant pottery, stylish lamps and well placed prints are all you need.
The right coffee table book is a statement in itself – demonstrate your artistic and cultural stars with Magnum by Magnum, available in most good bookshops.
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