Jenny Chohan

September 8, 2020

How To Style A Mantel

Jenny Chohan

September 8, 2020

Sometimes it seems like a challenge to decorate your mantel with a series of decorative items. And you are puzzled as to how to make it look curated and interesting!

Here are our go-to styling tips:

Step 1: Introduce a mirror or a decorative art

Anchor the mantel with a large mirror of your choice or a decorative piece of art in the centre.

Step 2: Add greenery

A couple of faux planters on either side or a pair of vases with floral stems to create symmetry.

Step 3: Add accessories

Add vase and candle holders of different height and create visual interest.

Step 4: (Optional) Place baskets

A couple of baskets are great as storage for pillows and/or blankets.

Step 5: (Optional) Set of Lanterns

Add a set of lanterns of various height to create interest and add texture.

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Jenny Chohan

August 27, 2020

How To bring Mid-Century Modern Style To Your Home

Jenny Chohan

August 27, 2020

How to bring Mid-Century Modern style to your home

Do you love the timeless quality of design style from the mid-thirties to mid-sixties? High-quality furnishings made of teak, walnut, oak and rosewood were used around this time. This style has distinguished features like clean lines with materials such as plywood, glass, metal, plexiglass and has become popularly known as Mid-Century Modern.

This Mid-century modern design style living room calls for a bright and airy feel that can be achieved by bright white walls. My favourite is to go to white Sherwin-Williams Pure White. It's got a bit of want so space does not feel too stark and all the furnishings in the space gets extra attention.

When it comes to light fixtures, they are not only functional but also considered a piece of art. Brightly polished light fixtures supporting oversized lights are the staples of mid-century modern style lighting. Go-to includes hanging globe pendants, spherical ceiling fixtures.

In this living room, Manchester 8 Light features a streamlined design that is unforgettably classic. A sofa with a tuxedo style frame with velvet channel tufting and slim wooden legs is also paired with a couple of the Elle chairs from TOV is upholstered in a supremely fab metallic linen that shimmers from all angles. A timeless abstract rug anchors the furnishings. The Tempo cocktail table adds glamorous style to any space. Accent tables with a unique enamel top will create interest.

When choosing artwork go for the abstract and asymmetrical patterns. You can introduce geometric forms and patterns on a rug and pillows as well. Thinking of which colours you should go with then your options are really open from neutral to bold. Adding a burst of colour creates an instant interest in a room.

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Jenny Chohan

July 23, 2020

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How To Decorate Around Your TV Console

Jenny Chohan

July 23, 2020

3D Rendering, INTERIOR DESIGN, E-DESIGN

Do you have a console with a mounted television in your living room or family room and have been struggling to decorate around it? There are a few different ways where you can make a stand-alone entertainment area interesting.

Check out these steps which will help you decorate around your Tv Console.

Step 1: Pick a perfect console table that goes with the design style of your space.

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Step 2: Hang the wall mounted tv at an appropriate height for viewing.

Step 3: Place decorative objects with various heights on each side of the console. Hint: Group objects in a set of 3 or 5 to create visual interest. Here are our go-to accessories:

Stacked books
Photo frames
Decorative objects
Lamps
Candleholders
Small faux planters or vases.

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Step 4: Decorate the wall.

Place artwork around the TV; could be a gallery wall.
Another option can be hanging artwork on both sides creating symmetry.
Or have artwork on either side and have a shelf/shelves on the wall above the TV.

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Step 5: Add a planter next to the tv console on one side

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Jenny Chohan

July 16, 2020

INTERIOR DESIGN

5 Things to know before you buy a table lamp

Jenny Chohan

July 16, 2020

INTERIOR DESIGN

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Before you go shopping to style your interiors with a perfect table lamp, think about what you want to achieve in your space. Do you want to make a statement, bring symmetry, add colour and texture to space?

Here are 5 things to know about table lamps:

Choosing lampshades:

Lampshades come in various shapes such as drum, oval, cylinder, square, tapered Etc. If you're looking to achieve a modern look, drum-shaped has a more streamlined look. Tapered shaped shades are best for a traditional look.

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Which lamp base is best for me?

Lamp bases come in different shapes and materials such as ceramic, glass, metal, wood. Choose one that best resonates with the design style in your space.

Picking the right size:

The last thing you want is to pick a table lamp that looks disproportionate to the scale of the furniture it's placed onto. A large table lamp on a small console table will look odd and vice versa.

The functionality of table lamps:

Before picking a table lamp decide whether they are used for reading or strictly for aesthetic purposes. Table lamps are great for providing Layered lighting in conjunction with direct lighting. If used as task lighting for reading make sure they are at eye level when you are seated.

Choosing a light bulb:

Ambient lighting is very important in every room. Typically a dining room has a chandelier and you will need the buffet lamps to provide ambient lighting. A 40 Watts light bulb will be perfect for ambient lighting. But if you're choosing a table lamp for the bedroom or living room you need 60 watts which is good for reading.

Hopefully, these tips will help you in choosing a perfect table lamp/s. If you are looking for lamps under $300, I have some selected pieces just for you! You can click on the one you like and purchase.

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Jenny Chohan

June 19, 2020

How To Style A Console Table

Jenny Chohan

June 19, 2020

I bet you have heard about the phrase the first impression is the last impression. The entryway is the first thing guests notice when they enter your house, why not style it so it's aesthetically beautiful as well as functional.

Here are our go-to styling tips:

Step 1: Introduce a console table

Find a console table that fits well in your entryway and goes with your design style.

Step 2: Add fillers.

If you choose to go with a console table with an empty base, store a couple of stools that can act as fillers.

Step 3: Anchor the console table with a mirror or artwork.

Step 4: Add a lamp.

A lamp will provide coziness and a welcoming feeling. Don't be afraid to choose a lamp with different textures and shapes.

Step 5: Add greenery

A vase with floral stems is a nice way to introduce liveliness. You can also use a faux planter.

Step 6: Add little accessories to provide different height and interest.

Some accessories you can choose from are stacked books, decorative objects, trays or boxes.

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