How to Incorporate Pantones Colour of the Year 2018 into your Lifestyle

Pantone Ultra Violet 18-3838 may be a hard colour to incorporate into your interiors. However variations of the colour purple work just as well and to your taste!

1. Farrow and Ball Pelt. This is a colour I LOVE. It's rich, dark and has a lot of depth. Now we're not saying go and paint the whole of your living room in this colour - although if you're brave enough go for it!! However, a dark muted corner, or create your own wall art (like I did for my home picture below) with splashes of Pelt will slowly introduce you to the idea of 'purples'. If you have been following Pantone's trend's for the past couple of years, Pelt goes very well with the Quartz/ peachy tones and the Greenery that I imagine you, me included, still have around our homes.

2. PLANTS! I'm a great lover of indoor plants that do not need much attention due to our hectic life. Purple plants; they go amazingly with the Green ones we already have in every nook and cranny around our homes, and you can also purchase purple succulents from most plant wholesalers, florists, even in haskins and b&q!

3. Here at our head office, we have incorporated purple into our office chairs. Recovering furniture you have fallen out of love with doesn't need to be expensive! Metres of fabric (we got ours from Camirafabrics.com), a staple gun and some love and affection. If you're feeling daring, paint an old dresser mix it with brass handles and bobs your uncle! Here's some ottoman's we found on Pinterest https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/182466222381891243/ incorporating the purple, quartz and rose gold.

So take the Ultra Violet with a pinch of salt, if you love it - great! If your not so keen, change for a purple you can work with it only lasts a year!

Pantone's 2018 Colour of the Year - Ultra Violet 18-3838

AT THE END OF 2017, PANTONE ANNOUNCED THEIR COLOUR OF THE YEAR FOR 2018 - A LITTLE LATE IN POSTING I KNOW! ULTRA VIOLET, A MUTED MYSTERY BLUE PURPLE.

What does Purple symbolise? To me it symbolises peace, mystery, the universe and it also makes me question what is the future to hold?

'The Pantone Colour of the Year has come to mean so much more than 'what's trending' in the world of design; it's truly a reflectionof what's to needed in our world today' - Laurie Pressman - Vice President of the Pantone Color Institute.

Are you looking at how to incorporate 2018's colour into your interior and life? Keep an eye out for future blogs!

Bring the Outside Inside: How to incorporate Pantone’s 2017 Colour of the Year into your interiors #Greenery

In our previous blog post we introduced Pantone's Colour of the Year for 2017 as greenery 15-0343. It's fresh, natural and epitomises nature. But how can you incorporate nature into your interiors? We've provided 5 ways to do just this!

1. HUES OF GREEN

Bring the outside inside by selecting shades of green for feature walls, whether it is nature-inspired wallpaper or luxurious paint, the shade of green could be light right through to bold. 

2. HOUSEPLANTS

This may seem obvious but look at how you display your houseplants. Create an indoor garden space with shelves packed with your favourite plants, find feature pots and planters that make a statement or simply opt for low maintenance succulents. Houseplants will make your living space more comfortable, natural and breathable. 

3. NATURAL MATERIALS

Compliment greenery with natural materials; from bamboo blinds to contemporary eco-furniture. Exposed brick walls in their natural state make for great focal points and natural wood can be durable and adaptable to most spaces. 

4. LIGHTING

Flood your home with natural light; it's not only an interior statement but also fosters a positive, healthy living environment. Don't obstruct sunlight with cluttered window decorations and utilise skylights where possible. 

5. VERTICAL GARDENS

Now this could well be a step too far for some but for others, it's the perfect opportunity to combine your green fingers and your interiors! Create your very own vertical garden with hanging planters, modular planting systems and climbing plants; it doesn't get much greener than this. 

Pantone’s 2017 Colour of the Year - Greenery 15-0343

Pantone recently announced their colour of the year for 2017 and we are delighted to hear that it is Spring shade Greenery 15-0343; a fresh and zesty green, it is nature's neutral.  

What does the shade Greenery symbolise? It's symbolic to new beginnings and our desire to seek solace in the natural world, away from the hustle and bustle of modern day life, where one can relax, breathe and take time out. 

Refreshing and revitalising, we often think of green hues as welcoming and relaxing, identifying it to health, wellbeing and nature. 

How can you incorporate Pantone's 2017 Colour of the Year into your interiors? Check out our next blog post where we'll explore bringing the outdoors inside with tips on adopting the shade Greenery. 

Airbnb Residential Lettings - Interior Design Tips and Ideas

Are you considering letting your property on Airbnb? With this type of affordable travel becoming increasingly popular, you need to ensure your property stands out from your competitors with an aesthetically pleasing yet versatile design.

Whether it is a city apartment, rural cottage or townhouse, updating your interiors will help you market your property to the right people, at the right price. We have prepared a few questions that will provide an insight into where you could potentially make changes, identify design strengths and work on the weaknesses. 

SPACE

Does your property offer the illusion of space regardless of its size?
Do you have enough storage for the number of beds?
Where will guests store their luggage? 
If you are attracting families, is there a portable cot available and does it fit in the master bedroom? 
Have you considered sofa beds and folding tables? 
Are you using lighter colours in small spaces? 

CLUTTER

Have you cleared away personal possessions and family photos?
Is your property open plan? Do you have room dividers as options for guests to use?
A well-stocked kitchen with utensils and crockery is essential but do you have enough cupboard space?
Have you considered a sideboard to store crockery or an island for cooking preparation?

DESIGN

Could you incorporate the local area into the design through materials and texture?
Would your interiors attract a wide audience from families to couples and groups of friends?
If you are letting the property out in cooler months, is there a cosy fire?
Do you have wipeable surfaces and hardwearing furniture? 
Do you have a guest book for feedback? 
What is your unique selling point? Do you have incredible views? Have you positioned furniture to take in the views?
Consider the experience of your guests from the moment they arrive, will they feel comfortable, happy and welcome? 
 

We hope you have found these questions useful. If you are looking for an interior design company to refurbish or design your Airbnb property, do contact us online or call 01202 777 408.