Thursday, June 12, 2008

Asian Style Decor



Asian decor is slowly becoming popular nowadays. Western interior design style when decorated with some Asian decoration sometime will create an interesting and lively ambiance. Asian style is a fusion of many influences. Its roots can be distinctly Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, or Indonesian and its heritage ancient or modern. The West has adopted mostly Chinese and Japanese themes, from both traditional and contemporary form. Japanese style tends toward more neutral, minimalist colors, while Chinese style is typically brighter, with lacquer finishes and plenty of red. And for Vietnamese, Thai or Indonesian to have natural tropical plants and floral, and painting may be inspired by daily life or religious belief.



The Asian Style Decor available by InteriorDesignTeam members on Etsy are each having their own identity. Here I've listed a few of the choices.



Orient by Chaanda


Detached by Divinitygardens



Soliloquy by f2images



Tuesday, June 10, 2008

The Art of Pottery


Stylish Morning Coffee Mug by PatsPottery
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Handmade pottery is so beautiful. Even one piece, displayed and used in the kitchen can create style and individuality. The pottery available by InteriorDesignTeam members on Etsy are incredible and varied. No matter what your style, kitchen colors or serving needs, the pottery available by these and other great artists not only provide usability, they bring art, beauty and style into your life. Take a look at just a few of the pottery choices available.



Apple or Onion Baker by DkPottery
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Large Stoneware Bowl by PatsPottery
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Mugs by BridgemanStudios
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Seeing Stripes Sushi Set by MePottery
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"Earth Sands" Bowl by Studio1212Ceramics
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Though the art of pottery goes far beyond the kitchen, we will explore that at another time. But you can search "InteriorDesginTeam" to find a huge variety of ceramic and hand thrown creations for any room in your home, on Etsy!

Monday, June 9, 2008

ART for the kitchen: tea towels !

An artful option for going green can be simply adding some beautiful tea towels to your kitchen. Skip the paper towels or paper napkins, and reach for some reusable art by picking up one of these cloth accents:



(above) Skinny laMinx (a.k.a. Heather Moore)



(above) Wayne Pate / Good Shape Design



(above) Atelier Lzc Matriochka






(above) artgoodies