Winter means Christmas social circuit, and also lots of cocooning at home to ponder your decor. We live in a loft with these huge walls beaconing for the art my budget hasn’t (yet) let me buy.

I’ve thought of wallpaper, but that hurt my head more than my budget. So the compromise is Surface Collective’s removable wall tattoos (‘stencils’ for the less hip).

Swirls of design, pussy willows, or origami storks - all work on walls, windows, or mirrors. I love the idea of tone on tone decals for the more subtle,  but that gold metallic would look sold in the den. Hmmmm.

Order at Yaletown Sofa Company or check out the online catalogue.
 
 

Pick a color any color, as long as it’s green (or grey).

The Color Marketing Group Conference was recently held in Tampa. For 40 years these color afficianatos have been meeting and dissecting color trends - predicting what we will see on phones to frocks, and cars and carpets.

Because of its environmental roots green will continue to be the eco-signature leading color trends for 2008. Traditional muted shades for background neutrals, brighter leafy green and citrus shade for vibrant accents.

And if you are really paying attention to “the color” of this season (and next) - Grey. You’ll notice it’s not the usual mix of black and white, but rather complex and soft. There are deeper greens and browns in our new greys. It’s also a reason why green goes so nicely with them.

 

If you can’t tell by the it list’s virtual wallpaper I’m a fan of Damask. The swirly, large floral patterns traditionally associated with formal interiors, now appear in fun, contrasting colors for a modern twist.

The other reason for its comeback is that damask now appears on all kinds of new materials besides silks and linens. I’m not about to battle a roll of wallpaper (but if you are check out Osborne and Little), but maybe I’ll take a spin in this funky Ikea contribution “ the Lunna Swivel Chair (also has a matching footstool). I’ve also seen damask done well on a few skirts, but that can be a fine line between looking glam’ and looking like a cushion.

In their new, bold form, damasks can give a modern twist to a traditional interior or add a touch of tradition to a modern room. [via The NY Times]

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