How To Create A Design Style
- Glamorous Gothic -
Do you want a room that's more individual than the mainstream?
In the marketplace at the moment you should be seeing Gothic elements such as dark moody colours, sumptuous velvets and gorgeous structure alongside light reflecting materials - but how do you translate that into a successful interior design scheme? And, how do you ensure that your design is both glamorous and inviting instead of ghoulish and gaudy?
Follow these top tips to create a Glamorous Gothic room scheme that you will love and your friends will envy:
1) IDENTIFY THE COLOUR SCHEME
Gothic colours are traditionally dark, mysterious and sumptuous.
For this design I've focused on the season's colour of Plum and then mixed it with Black for Drama and Silver Grey for Balance.
2) IDENTIFY THE KEY FEATURES
2) IDENTIFY THE KEY FEATURES
In any room there should be a key feature and it's generally the fireplace or bi-folding doors showcasing a fantastic view into the landscaped garden beyond.
The key feature creates a strong focal point so that when you enter the room your eyes are immediately drawn to it and your guests go 'Wow'.
To strengthen the key feature, and make more of a statement, you could consider hanging wallpaper on the feature wall.
The wallpaper selected for this design scheme (http://www.tektura.com/) is a modern take on a classic design. As it is such an intense colour and pattern, I recommend using it one one wall with a complimentary paint colour on the other walls. The complimentary paint colour would pick out the silver grey tones in the wallpaper.
3) PLAN THE FURNITURE REQUIREMENTS
3) PLAN THE FURNITURE REQUIREMENTS
Identify what activities are going to take part in the room and plan the furniture with them in mind. Consider sectioning a room into areas of function, eg: lounge area and dining area.
Choose furniture that not only compliments the colour scheme but also the 'weight' of the design style, eg: Gothic furniture would look solid and heavy whereas Summer Garden furniture would look light and airy.
The square sofa selected (http://www.mydeco.com/) adds a modern edge whilst the button back, sumptuous velvet material and striking purple colour add the glamour element.
Materials such as velvet and satin are oppulent and tactile.
4) COMPLIMENT THE ROOM WITH FEATURE LIGHTING
It may sound obvious, but always choose lighting that compliments the overall design style, eg: Gothic focuses on a Medieval lighting style with dimmer switches to create mood lighting whilst Summer Garden could have a more contemporary chrome light.
This central pendant light nods back to the old with its candle bulbs, curls and swirls. The openess of the design and the simple crystal droplets add a modern edge and stylish glamour.
5) DON'T FORGET THE FINISHING BITS AND BOBS
Accessories to compliment the design style should be thought about carefuly. Not only should they compliment the colour scheme but they should also compliment the design style, eg: Gothic artwork is dark and graphic whereas Summer Garden artwork is light and flowing. Also, crystal elements and candles play a significant part in this design style.
If you follow these points you should have a Gothic room that's gorgeous and glamorous. If your room is more dark and gloomy then just give us a call and we'll help you turn it around.
GWENDOLINE
CREATIVE INTERIOR DESIGNER
tel: 07841 519802
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