CA Design is one of Ireland’s leading on-line providers of contemporary and retro furniture. Since launching their on-line store in August of last year they have delighted the interiors design market with iconic original pieces of furniture that are keenly priced and with a strong emphasis on quality, originality and affordability.
As much as I admire the beauty and craftsmanship of antique furniture, I am first to admit that I have no technical knowledge on the subject, and would always enlist the services of an expert when procuring antique furnishings for a client.
A leather sofa is one of those all-time favourites, a truly classic piece of living room furniture that never goes out of fashion. Cosy and warm, traditional or vintage-inspired, trendy retro or informal, each leather sofa comes with its particular character, charm and personality. The leather sofa is a versatile piece, elegant and stylish, of course, but also a hardy and resistant companion.
I’m working with a client at the moment who had an old radio an aunt of his had left him. It’s a beautiful piece and it was such a shame that it was just sitting in the attic gathering dust. I had an idea to bring this baby back to life!
I love it when I come across new and innovation products. AND when that product is 100% Irish it’s even better! Dotty Furniture is one such company. William O’Connor set up Dotty Furniture when he was made redundant from his job in September 2011.
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past week, you can’t have failed to catch Madonna’s half time performance at the XLVI Super Bowl. The Queen of Pop made a spectacular entrance into the stadium on a dazzling gold throne designed by iconic designers Jimmie Martin.
While taking a casual stroll through da’internet, I stumbled upon this lovely idea from the German website Stilsucht. It’s a collection of beautifully made furniture constructed from an assortment of mismatched and upcycled drawers.
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My name is Karen Hughes and I'm an Interior Designer from Dublin, Ireland. I’m passionate about design and I started this blog as a way to connect with others just as passionate as myself. I tend to ramble on about all sorts of things, projects I’m working on, people, places and things that inspire me (and some that don’t). So put the kettle on, get comfy and settle in. I hope you enjoy your visit and don't forget to say hello. Visit my website to find out more about my services and view my work.Tweet Tweet
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