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All the rattan
Nook up
Rattan is all the rage these days, having made a speedy climb in the interiors ranks from terraces and winter gardens to the final frontier: the living room. It has a certain retro feel to it, evoking memories of lazy afternoons spent on granny’s porch say, or a 80s summer vacation. And there is something endearing about the simple weaving technique that’s been used to make furniture since ancient Egypt.
This armchair moved in with us this morning, and it already feels like it’s part of the inventory. I love the black finish, and that it’s so lightweight you can easily move around according to your fancy.
From non other than Ikea, it’s a sign that the furniture giant is upping the design stakes further (having had some less-than-endearing rattan furniture in their repertoire during the years).
Looking a bit further into Ikea’s recent rattan-endeavours I also discovered these divine dining chairs, which would definitely be high up on my list if I owned said winter garden!
photo: Ikea
photo: Ikea
photo: Ikea
Top picture: //Rattan Armchair: Ikea Storsele// Grey Sheepskin: Ikea Ludde// Striped Linen Cushion: Oka// Block Candles: Ikea Fenomen //
Gallery (photos: Ikea) //Rattan dining chairs: Ikea Älmsta //
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Tongue-in-cheek
Kiki’s Derriere
This vase by Jonathan Adler usually sets tongues wagging whenever people see it at mine. Bemusingly entitled Kiki’s Derriere, it stays true to Jonathan Adler’s “happy chic” style philosophy, which is always sure to be a bit tongue-in-cheek (pun intended… terribly sorry!).
While I’m not a big subscriber to “happy chic” (what’s up with the orange everywhere?!), this particular example always puts a smile on my face.
I wouldn’t go so far as saying interiors are a “Prescription for Anti-Depressive Living” (seriously Jonathan?!), but surrounding yourself with beautiful things does tend to lift the spirits on a gloomy day (I’ll give you that!).
//Vase in unglazed matt porcelain: Jonathan Adler, available at Unique and Unity//
Windows of opportunity
One of my favourite pastimes is to climb up on the deep window sills in our new flat with a book, or just to watch the world go by outside. Not that there is much action in the garden; recent highlights were a fight between a crow and a squirrel, and the sighting of a fox! I don’t get out much am easily contented.
It takes 3 to tango
Now we’re even!
While uneven numbers are odd on the dance floor, and rarely work a treat in romantic relationships, they do seem to spice things up on the decorating front. Whether it’s three or five, the odd one out gives a display the kind of balance and harmony traditionally associated with happy couples. Florists will tell you the same thing, two or four roses just won’t cut it! (Although presumably once you go above 8 or so nobody is counting).
I also like to throw different unexpected items into the mix (how very daring, I know..!), as is the case with this darling clutch bag (a present from my very own darling). Hats work well too I find, or jewellery, like in this old post (3 again!).
//Vase: French Connection Home, now on sale! // Bag: Burberry // Scented Candle: Diptyque, Baies //
Making ends meet
I’ve had my eyes on these beauties for a while. Made from patinated brass and wicker in the tiny workshop of little-known, late Austrian modernist designer Carl Auboeck in Vienna, these bookends are perfect in their simplicity. The form, weight and uncharacteristically matt finish of the brass, and the light touch of the wicker come together in perfect unison. They are design objects you’re sure to treasure forever. Just don’t expect them to help make ends meet.
//Carl Auboeck bookends, available from Sigmar //
