Friday, January 28, 2011

Why I < 3...Lacquered Walls!

Like Ballpoint Pen motifs were a preview to the design trend analogue, lacquered walls are a preview to the next design trend for S/S 2012 Manifesto.

This trend is not DIY kiddos. Lacquered walls are high price but an even high reward. But don't fret that's why we have painting professionals to help us with amazing endeavors such as these. :)













I personally can't get over the black lacquer! WOW! It also happens to frame out an amazing photo of the ocean touching the sky. An amazing piece by Chip Hopper. (A future inspirational blog entry FYI...:)






















Lacquered walls follow my design philosophy that simple is not always better. Sometimes I feel like designers fall on simplicity as a cop out. They fail to explore interesting solutions and push the envelope. My personal design aesthetic is all about layers and contrast. This can take on many meanings between contrasting materials, layering prints and color among other things.

I challenge you to push your own comfort zone. Pair a print and a stripe. Add color to your neutral bedroom. Or just do something out of the ordinary. Life is too amazing to remain simple and boring. :)


All photos courtesy of Elle Decor.com

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