Styleture

“Lively. Radiant. Lush… A color of elegance and beauty that enhances our sense of well-being, balance and harmony.” This week Pantone  chose Emerald as their 2013 Color of the Year. Sophisticated and luxurious, emerald is associated with prosperity and renewal. And it’s no surprise. Whether a glittering gemstone or a fresh sapling, the color green is a natural beauty.  Are you looking to go green in your own home? Get your chloro-fill with these green-inspired design tips.

Once considered an accent color, green is now taking over as a mainstage design staple. Available in an endless array of shades and tones, green is versatile and can be dressed up or dressed down depending on the mood. Combine a bright shade of green with other vibrant hues to add excitement and energy to your décor.

Hutton Wilkinson – Harper’s Bazaar

Or tone it down with some soft neutrals to create a more sophisticated ambiance.

Billy Roberts – Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles

In general, blue-greens and grass-greens (colors associated with nature) are more calming, while yellow-greens like chartreuse and lime are better for a brighter space. The options are endless, but it’s important to make sure your tones don’t clash. Don’t mix the two together!

When it comes to lighting your room, going green isn’t just about the color— it’s about sustainability. Why settle for anything less than energy efficient? Creative System Lighting offers the Green GOOD DESIGN Award winning Eco-Downlight LED Mini, a smaller version of their popular Eco-Downlight. This Energy Star compliant fixture is admired for its enormous energy and maintenance savings, using just 14, rather than 50, Watts.

Do you have your own green design tips? Let us know in the comments section below!

Sources:

http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2012/12/2013-pantone-color-of-year-emerald.html

http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/952393/decorating-with-the-color-green

Autumn is upon us, from the shorter days to the crisp cool nights. And while it may be hard to compete with a festive pumpkin spice latte, the real superstar of fall is nature’s beauty. As the leaves change color and fall to the ground, we’re left to wonder, what would autumn be if not for the trees? Take a leaf from nature and go out on a limb. Spruce up your home this fall with these tree-inspired designs!

Drift – Troy Lighting

From Troy Lighting’s new summer collection comes a fixture that’s all fall. Drift blends white pearl glassware with hand-forged iron, driftwood made out of bronze with silver leaf, and natural Manila rope. It is offered as a chandelier, pendant and sconce, more options than you can shake a stick at.

Iron Branch Console – Stone Forest

The New Mexico-based Stone Forest takes its lead from nature’s blueprint, offering contemporary designs made from natural materials. And while stone is their specialty, this hand-forged iron console channels true autumnal ambiance. It includes a black granite or carrara marble countertop so your mood can change with the season.

Parc Royale – Corbett Lighting

Can’t see the forest for the trees? Corbett Lighting’s Parc Royale blends golden ice glass and a gold and silver finish, creating a mesmerizing look. The hand-wrought iron fixture is a perfect addition to your family tree and can be specified in nearly every configuration: pendant, chandelier, semi-flush and myriad sconces.

Pinecones – Native Trails

Native Trails is known for their commitment to sustainability and their copper sinks are no exception. Forged by artisans from reclaimed copper, their Pinecones sink offers a hand-embossed pinecone design to bring a little bit of the outdoors to the indoors. Available in Antique or Brushed nickel finish, it’s a natural addition to any nature lover’s bar or prep area.

Paris Ginkgo Faucet – THG

During fall, the ginkgo tree’s leaves turn a bright yellow before falling to the ground. THG channels this unusual plant in their Paris Ginkgo faucet from the Daum Collection. The crystal plays beautifully with the golden-finished exterior, and each piece is cast by hand ensuring no two are alike. It’s a little early to mention snowflakes but you know what season is next…

It’s time to vote for the Interior Design Best of Year Awards 2012! Interior Design Magazine is asking voters to weigh in and decide who should take home the coveted “Best of Year” award in a variety of interior design categories. While we would never tell you who to vote for, we’ve picked out our favorites from some of the most contested categories.

Voting ends Tuesday, October 9 @ 11:59 pm EST so don’t forget to cast your ballots!

ACCESSORIES : GENERAL

Native Trails – Solace Mirror with shelf
The Solace Mirror complements bamboo edging with a detachable bamboo shelf that adds flair and storage space.

Bulthaup – b3 drawer organizational system
Based on functional prisms, the b3 drawer organizational system uses geometric kitchen components and accessories that can be changed out over time.

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Roll over, Beethoven! From AC/DC to ZZ Top, rock ‘n’ roll is a way of life. But why leave your rock reverence for the stage when you can amp up the design in your own home? Whether you’re looking to bring the recording studio to your studio apartment or turn your posh pad into a mosh pit, we’ve got just the designs to make you twist and shout. So pull on that ripped concert tee, crank your speakers to 11, and rock out to these headbanging designs!

Troy Lighting – Tattoo

When it comes to a rock star’s tattoos, no patch of skin is unworthy as a canvas. But when your 9 to 5 is less than forgiving to your self-expression, there’s Tattoo by Troy Lighting. Wrought from hand-forged iron with a cottage bronze finish, these sconce’s serpentine swirls are softened with a hardback linen shade. And unlike the name of your ex, this is one Tattoo you’ll never want to remove.

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