A Warm Christmas Gift for you or for you to share with that special someone.

The winter nights can be long, lonesome, dark and cold and even if you have someone to share the evenings with it still can feel the chill.

The best solution for that is to get real warm, comfy and cosy with our luxury faux fur throws. We have the best faux fur around to keep you all snugged up this holiday season.

Affordable luxuries!

How lovely to just lay by the fireside or heater with a warm throw over you while you get into a real juicy book.

Many different colours and furs to lust over.

Warm, soft and so so cosy.

ANDREAFAY is an interior designer in North London, England, UK. I write on interior design and whats new and HOT in interior design, travel and lifestyles.

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Are you redecorating or have you recently purchased a home and now find yourself in the market for new window treatments? If so, you will have a decision to make between blinds, shades, and curtains, each offering something unique. The choice would depend on a number of factors starting with personal taste and style. However, the size, shape, and type of window, décor of the room, and even architectural features would also be contributors. In this blog, I wanted to provide you with some tips for buying blinds, shades, and curtains to make the buying process more enjoyable and successful.

4 Factors

If you plan to work with a professional decorator then much of the guesswork is eliminated but if you want to choose the window treatment yourself and actually hang them, you need to do a little research so you go through the appropriate steps. In either case, remind yourself that light control, privacy, functionality, and style are the four primary factors looked at when buying new window treatments,. Therefore, we suggest you consider these four factors so you can put them in order of importance. Once this is done, you would finally choose between blinds, shades, or curtains.

Privacy

Above all, privacy should be a big deal. After all, you do not want just anyone peeking into your child’s bedroom.. For this, make sure windows in bedrooms and bathrooms are the most protected from peeping toms. The types of window treatments that offer the best type of privacy include a fabric or roller shade, and backed curtains. With shades, the material is from vinyl, mostly opaque although other colors are available.

Curtains

On the other hand, you could choose traditional style curtains. However, for privacy, new curtains means choosing something with a backing and teaching other members of the family to keep the curtains drawn at appropriate times, such as taking a shower or bath, dressing in the bedroom, and so on.

Fabric or Roller Shade

Now, for a fabric or roller type shade, these are very affordable and if cared for properly, will last for years. The fabric is also opaque whereas fabric shades can be constructed using literally any colour or type of fabric imaginable. In this situation, the final choices goes back to personal preference and the inside style of the home.

Curtains and Drapes

For curtains and drapes, we strongly recommend you add a backing or buy the curtains that way. In addition to providing better privacy, this means better ability to block out daily light, which is great for people who sleep days and work nights. If you prefer something that is airy and contemporary, you can certainly go that route but to address the privacy and light issues, you would also need to couple the curtains with some type of shade.

Type and Style

The type of blinds, shades, or curtains you choose for your home will make a huge difference in the way your home looks and feels. Sometimes, people choose just one but other times, blinds and shades are coupled with curtains. In this article, we wanted to provide you with some options that you might consider specific to light control, style, and safety, two things people are look for when buying new blinds, shades, and curtains.

Other Privacy Concerns

First, privacy is one of the most important considerations coupled with style. Today, privacy has become a major issue and with the right blinds, shades, or curtains, you can keep the inside of your home off limits. Some of the best choices offering opaque covering include roller or fabric shades, lined curtains, cellular and pleated shades, and blinds. With shades, most are made from opaque material, which is great for both privacy and keeping the hot sun out. The key to success with shades is to make sure the fit is exact.

For lined curtains, you benefit not just from privacy but also from the outdoor elements. In other words, lined curtains block out hot UV rays from the sun, wind, and even cold air. Therefore, you can go to bed knowing your home has an added layer of protection while helping reduce the amount of money spent on utility bills. In addition, lined curtains can be used alone or with shades or blinds, meaning you can enhance the inside while receiving benefits for the outside as well.

Mini-blinds

Now, mini blinds have been and continue to be a very popular choice of window treatment. The nice thing here is that mini blinds are relatively inexpensive and they work amazingly well. For this, you could choose white shutters made from vinyl to go with draperies or if you want something as a stand-alone solution, beautiful wood blinds. Just as with shades, the key to blinds working is to make sure you have an exact fit so there are no small gaps.

Cellular and Pleated Shades

Cellular and pleated shades are another excellent solution for window treatments. In this case, you could use the shades alone or with sheers or curtains. Shades are also an affordable option and with so many incredible choices now available, you are sure to find a number of styles you like. In addition to the privacy factor, cellular shades are also a great insulator. Now, if you want the best option for blocking out unwanted light, we suggest you choose a type of darkening shade. These shades are made from special material specific to fighting UV rays. You will enjoy a cooler or warmer home while also protecting your furniture, artwork, carpeting, and other furnishings from fading due to the UV rays and dampness.

ANDREAFAY is an interior design company based in Muswell Hill, North London. ANDREAFAY writes on home improvements, Travel and whats HOT in the world of design.

1.   The closer something is to your body, the better it should be. This includes headboards and

                                                                 fine sheets.

2.   Surround yourself with quality, not clutter. Buy it once, and buy it right!

3.   Every room should have something living like flowers, plants or even a goldfish.

4.    Honour your life and make it beautiful by adding beautiful accessories in your surroundings.

5.    Every house should have something that sparkles, add bling to your live and live the life you love.

                                                 Enjoy every moment, its yours!

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She lives and works in London and takes commissions in the UK and works worldwide.

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Well designed window dressings do more than just cover windows. At ANDREAFAY form and function  are also important. Great design is beautiful to live with, provides variable light control, insulates rooms against heat and cold, protects your furnishings from damaging UV rays, and even absorbs sound from the outside and improve the acoustics in your room.

Window treatments like curtains, blinds and shutters also help to finish the deco in a room while providing privacy.

Our interior design studio in Muswell Hill has made window dressings for the contract market, show home and individuals, (commercial and residential) and we welcome ALL as we take pride and work with passion to ensure a happy and satisfied customer.

ANDREAFAY interior design is based in North London, England and takes commissions nation wide.

Please feel free to contact us regarding all your window needs.

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Cheers,

Andrea

Upholstered headboards are a must for comfort and luxury and are not very expensive to own. Headboards not only look good on your bed, they also help to rest your pillows, head and back while sitting up in bed and they protect your head from being on the wall.

We make or source many different styles, shapes and size to suit your deco.

These are just a few for you to see, headboards can even be made as a mural on your wall over your bed and be used in a baby, child or an adult’s room.

We would love to hear your comments and please follow our blogs as we write about interior design, whats hot and new trends in design.

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Andrea

ANDREAFAY INTERIOR DESIGN is based in Muswell Hill, North London.

When I think about luxury interior and furnishings, I think of high end exquisite fabrics, textures, details, colours and materials. These elements can work together to make a space look classy, chic and sophisticated.

Having a home full of expensive furniture and ornaments can make you feel precious and important, it is fundamental to have a functional space for entertainment or relaxation but we still should be comfortable in our own surrounding. Some people may buy luxurious items because of its expensive price tag others as a show piece; I don’t think we all are materialistic, we like to appreciate the craftmanship behind each creation. Luxurious items are different in standard and quality, the care and attention to detail that has gone into each items makes it more durable and lush.

I will show you some different type of furnishing and interiors but all have the notion of luxury.

The chinchilla faux fur throw: is considered to have the softest fur in the world it’s also incredibly warm.  As this modern faux fur holds a variety of colours, it complements a whole host of colour scheme, which includes blacks, white, earthy and bold tones. It can be used as a throw over the bed, sofa or as a decorative wall hanging.

The Charles II style mirror captures Edwardian gothic style, an exquisite piece of novelty to have as a centre piece.

Cushions, drapes and curtains create comfort, depth, warmth and privacy

Victorian bedroom wardrobe: this dark wood wardrobe is beautifully crafted, but be careful with large dark interiors try to maintain a balance, you would not want your bedroom to feel small and unsettling.

 Dining room with glass table and chairs: sometimes keeping it simple captures the beauty in luxury, break up the theme with small ornaments and furnishing. With a room that’s capturing a lot of natural light it’s essential to have some natural elements, colour and texture to balance the deco.

And finally

I find furniture designer Roberto Ventura designs fabulous. New designs with classical influence gives his furnitures character. Each individual piece is captivating,  the detailing of the patterns, straight lines and curves on each furniture has a story to tell.  The rich bold upholstery makes each creation stand proud, on its own in a living room or in a reception it will be the focus of everyone’s desires.

Thank you for your time in reading the latest addition to my blogs.

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 ANDREAFAY is an interior designer based in North London, England. She has commissions UK and Global wide.

Electricblue

Aqua

Green

Honey

Ruby

              Also in Red, Black and even their new hand applied gold leaf finishes, Vapeur, Cubiste and Graphique. So stunning! A look that will give that WOW! factor to any bathroom

Black and Cristal

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The Hyacinth Lamp

This is a lamp I came across on my project in Atlanta, GA. for a new Show Home I am designing for my clients in the USA.

It is the new design by Bunny Williams for her BeeLine Home collection. I really like them as they are elegant and also quite simple.

Made of wood embossed to look like shagreen or searay’s skin, with small nickle feet to rest on.

ANDREAFAY INTERIOR DESIGN Ltd. is based in North London, England and writes abouts what’s HOT in interior design and her travels in order to find new and exciting ideas and products.

THE PERFECT HOME SHOULD BE AN INTIMATE SPACE in which to relax, unwind and entertain guest, surrounded by beautiful 

objects and designs.

With this in mind, designing furniture for discerning clientele should combine not just comfort and functionality, but also beauty, sensuality and sophistication over short lived trends.

It is always my aim to create pieces based around these qualities, but it seems more important to do so now than ever before. In the context of the current economic crisis and as a response in general to the mass-production and run-of-the-mill of design styles we have seen over recent years. I feel that we need to elevate the quality of products and make them special and unique. We should treat them as if they were jewels or artworks. A single piece of furniture should be designed with the highest criteria of charm, versatility and individuality, they should evoke a sensory and emotional response from both it’s designer and owner.

Because of this, I believe we will see a renaissance of traditional craftsmanship, sophisticated research and creativity this year. This philosophy can be expressed through the finest attention to detail using timeless materials, fabrics and finishes.

There will be a re-emergence of the use of natural materials; but this time, they will be treated with sophisticated techniques, such as varnishing and lacquering, to boost longevity and their natural beauty. Sumptuous materials such as leathers and precious woods can enrich ssurfaces with their attractive polished grains, especially if combined with metal or upholstered details.

Precious metallics such as gold and liquid silver will also be popular for their muted sophistication and natural radiance.

This quest for uniqueness and preciousness will also be reflected in fabric styles. Natural fibres such as silks, velvets and luxurious linens are both timeless and sumptuous; they have an instantly beautiful sheen, very different from the cold shine of synthetic yarns, and provide grater warmth as well as interesting natural characteristics.

Fabric pattern will also be inspired by nature, decorative designs such as stylised plant motifs, animal prints and sinuous shapes provide harmony and elegance, especially if complemented with strict geometrics, linear and checkerboard designs. The dimensions of pattern can create an optical effect on a piece of furniture; larger pieces, such as chaise longues and sofas suit more compact designs, while cushions and chairs look particularly striking with larger patterns. Mix dark with light and texture with soft weaves for a multi-faceted canvas that will appeal to our senses.

Combine this rich scean with earthy-inspired colour combinations of dark green, charcoal grey and tobacco, with highlights of bright fuchsia, red and sky blue. A natural palette brings an aesthetic, sophisticated coherence to a room, defying age and transient trends.

 The element of exclusivity can also be achieved through the creation of limited edition pieces. Like artwork,  people dream of owning an antique of tomorrow, especially if these ’special furnishings’ are highly sought after for their limited quantity, timeless materials and priceless craftsmanship.

I would love to have your questions and/or comments.

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ANDREAFAY is a writer on design trends and travel, she lives in Muswell Hill, North London.