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STEP INSIDE THE COLOURTREND INTERIOR DESIGN FORUM, WHERE YOU’LL FIND SEVEN SPECIALLY CRAFTED ROOM SETS FROM TOP INTERIOR DESIGNERS
The best way to discover how to really live with colour and bespoke pieces, is by visiting the Colourtrend Interior Design Forum atthe permanent tsb Ideal Home Show. Colourtrend – Ireland’s top indigenous paint manufacturer – have gathered top interior designers to create seven carefully considered, themed room sets. Be inspired, speak to the designers about your home renovation ideas, and stop by Colourtrend’s pop-up shop, which has a selected range of colour samples available to purchase.
LIVING ROOM – SPLASH OF OPULENCE Claire Price and Elaine Regan of House/EDIT have designed a bold, nature-inspired living space
“People sometimes associate nature with a soft colour palette, but we have pulled out the boldness that nature has to offer,” says Claire. “The walls are painted with Colourtrend’s Crayfish, a dark, rich blue. Blue may typically be seen as being cold, but we want to show how you can create a living room that is still intimate and warm.” Claire and Elaine looked to lavender fields, interwoven with blue, green, lavender and golden tones, for inspiration. “We layered up the Crayfish with a plush ‘hydra’ sofa from DFS (which sits between teal and deep blue) and a ‘turmeric’ (mustard) armchair. When you put turmeric against Crayfish, it brings the scheme to life. “To add to the natural, relaxing atmosphere, we have plants around the room, original artwork, and a striking brass-and-white glass pendant light from April & The Bear. “We will also be giving away one of the DFS sofas at the Show.”
Visit Stand M21 or www.houseedit.ie STUDY – ENERGISING THE MIND
A calm home office, which has a sofa bed and an injection of fun colours, is the concept of Helena Cousins at Zinc Interior Design
“With many people working from home, this is a functional space for the creative entrepreneur who wants to reflect their individual style,” says Helena. “By combining the study with a sofa bed by Innovation Living, it’s also ideal if you have a guest staying over”. Helena has chosen Colourtrend’s Peacock Blue for the walls, “It’s a mix of navy and charcoal, conveying a cool, snug atmosphere. “To highlight its depth, there are vivid orange accessories. The furniture, such as the decorative shelving system and desk by TemaHome, is oak veneer and I have used brass and matt black for the dramatic cluster-light feature. “There is a contemporary, black, swivel chair by STUA, which has great lumbar support and is more elegant than a standard office chair. “This is a semi-living, semi-work space: somewhere to relax, have a coffee and to get some work done!”
Visit Stand L11 or www.zincid.com
SITTING ROOM – CONNECTED SPACE Lana Dullaghan Designs has mixed contrasting paint finishes and furnishings to connect and bring the grey tones of her sitting room to life
“Connecting old and contemporary styles” is the concept Lana has created, using antique gold furniture and a modern, dark grey on the walls. Lana has added some “drama” and “richness”, with a faux fur stool, velvet sofa and gold side tables. “On one wall, there is a beige/golden-toned floral mural and I have painted the frame a Satin Finish by Colourtrend. This stands out against the Interior Matt Finish of the grey wall and the darker shade of the floor, which is an Eggshell finish. “Gorgeous curtains with a diamond-shaped pattern and a similar-printed rug complement each other, connecting the entire colour scheme. “On the other side of the room, a sideboard painted both a gloss and satin finish contrast with an Interior Matt finish-painted wall, featuring impressive mirror art. “By using different finishes of the paint, you can create a contemporary look with an aged twist.”
Visit Stand L10 or www.lanadullaghandesigns.com
BATHROOM – A TOUCH OF ART For Alena Chikurnikova of AlenaCDesign, a bathroom should show as much personality and creativity as the other rooms in your home
“The bathroom can be underestimated and deserves attention,” says Alena. “I partnered with First Choice Tiles in Portlaoise, to show visitors how to use tiles in a more artistic way.” Alena has arranged decorative tiles from the WOW collection in the LEAF style to create a wall art display above the bath. Two striking black, tiled boxes are installed into the walls, which have twigs inside as décor. “I have used muted tones of pink (Beag by Colourtrend) on the wall near the bath and Schoolroom Green around the sink. These colours act as a beautiful backdrop and complement the textured black floor tiles around the bath, and the matt, polished cement-effect tiles on the rest of the floor. “Spotlights create beautiful shadows, which show off the tiles’ features.” Visit Stand L22 or www.alenacdesign.com
DINING ROOM – FIFTY SHADES OF PINK! For Yvonne Mulligan, Chiara Egan and the team at Nine Yards Design, it is all or nothing when it comes to their quirky dining room for young trendsetters
“We adore colour and have injected a palette of pinks into this room,” says Yvonne. “There is a soft-muted dusky pink called Blooming Perfect by Colourtrend on the walls and above picture-rail height, we have a painted brushstroke effect, floral-print wallpaper from the Harlequin Standing Ovation range. This adds a burst of colour, pulling the room together. “We have a beautiful sideboard, which is sprayed in a beautiful tone of mustard called Sin City, and bespoke chairs, which are sprayed in a pale pink called Pinkathon by Colourtrend. There are a lot of pink tones, without being overly feminine or vintage-themed. “Our ‘curiosity display’ is a table full of unique objects, such as animal ornaments. There is also a piece of artwork and a gold-and-black, hanging pendant light, which holds and illuminates small trailing plants. “It is a classic dining room with a few funky twists.”
Visit Stand M10 or www.nineyardsdesign.ie
BEDROOM – FIVE-STAR LUXURY Ciara Drennan’s master bedroom shows you how to add some luxury to your everyday life
“The wood-panelled walls are painted a dark grey/green colour called Paved Path by Colourtrend,” says Ciara. “This colour creates a warm, rich atmosphere and can easily be matched up with different accessories.” Adding a standout headboard is a sure-fire way to create the luxe factor in your bedroom. “I’ve used a dusty pink, velvet headboard alongside patterned cushions. “I’ve included beautiful, handmade bespoke furniture, such as a dressing table with storage and bedside lockers. “The room is lit with a stunning chandelier and two bedside lamps, while soft artwork on the walls pulls the scheme together.”
Visit Stand L21 or www.drennaninteriors.com
GARDEN ROOM – SOULFUL CREATION Using dark colours, plants and ambient lighting, Catherine Murphy of Re-Interiors has developed a space dedicated to switching off
“This is a space without technology – a hobby room to meditate, relax and read in, which overlooks the garden,” explains Catherine. “Oyster Catch by Colourtrend is a dark, muddy green colour which I’ve used on the walls. A white ceiling, white curtains, and Arctic White (warm white tone) painted on the woodwork, picture rails and skirting boards, brighten the mood.”. Catherine has incorporated planting and a green, velvet sofa to add to the indoor garden effect. “Try updating what you already have, rather than dumping it and buying new items. I got a table from the flea market sanded and restored, and reframed prints from a charity shop find. “Original artwork from a Galway-based artist and photographs of Frida Kahlo and Salvador Dali add a dramatic feel. I’ve topped the look off with a black-and-white patterned oversized rug, taking inspiration from a Victorian orangerie.”
Visit Stand M11 or www.re-interiors.ie