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Cottage Decorating
Use rattan, painted furniture and cheerful patterns to give any
room an air of casual and effortless elegance
You do not have to live in an actual cottage to
indulge in pretty cottage-type decor. If you are
thinking of remodeling or redecorating your
home, what better way to do so than to be inspired
by quaint cottage-style interiors? Keep in mind
that cottage-inspired decorating should fulfill the
goals of making your home look cosy, charming,
comfortable and inviting. By adding vibrant colours
and adorable one-off pieces of furniture to the mix,
you too can transform a cold and dull abode into
one worthy to be featured in the glossy pages of a
home decor magazine.
Clockwise from top:
Feelgood Designs Basket Chair, price upon
request, available at Stylecraft
Feelgood Designs Swing Sofa, price upon
request, available at Stylecraft
DecoTalk Jelly Round Stool, price upon request,
available at Star Living
Source Relaxer & Footstool, $5129, available at
Danish Design
Feelgood Designs Manta Lounge Chair, price
upon request, available at Stylecraft
One of the great things about living in Singapore is the easy accessibility to one-of-a-kind furniture pieces and decorative items. From beautiful
rattan sets to antique hand painted armoires, all you have to do is seek
and you shall find. One thing to remember when delving into a cottageinspired decorating project is to always ensure that the pieces you select
have character, character and more character. Here are some tips to help
you in your quest to fulfill your dream of giving your space an air of casual
and effortless elegance.
Havana Arimchairs, $1621, available at Danish Design
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1. Include Rattan Furniture
Gone are the days when rattan furniture sets were reserved for senior
shoppers looking to bring back memories of their childhood. Known as
wicker to many, rattan is a material made out of vine whereas wicker is
the process of making furniture from natural materials. Wicker, or rattan,
is a staple at most classic furniture stores in Singapore so it will not be
a problem getting your hands on a lovely set. Instead of opting for classic dark coloured rattan sets, select rattan furniture in light and neutral
colours as they have a rustic look to them. Beige and white are good bets
as they will match almost everything else in your home. Create a rustic
and charming look and feel to your rattan couch by adding on brightly
coloured pillows and throws. Remember that shabby-chic is what you are
looking to achieve so pick throws made from soft and cosy fabric and opt
for comfortable deep pillows.
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