Are you looking to add a touch of decadence and luxury to your home in time for Christmas? Or struggling to find that perfect gift for the person that seems to have everything?
With the night’s drawing in and Christmas nearly upon us, we are all starting to spend more time indoors, enjoying time with loved ones and snuggling up in a nice cosy lounge.
Christmas traditionally bought a beacon of respite from the harsh winters, where people had precious time off from working and saved their pennies to treat themselves. We are now associating this time of year more and more with luxury as we take time out of our busy lives to enjoy the festivities.
Modern luxury is a completely different commodity and one which is often individually interpreted. It could be a long soak in a hot bath, a night out at the theatre or a glass of wine at the end of a long day. One thing that has remained consistently luxurious however, are materials. Rare natural materials such as precious gem stones, treasured metals and exquisite marble have always been synonymous with wealth, luxury and as a show of status. This is still true of today and whilst popularity of these materials may peak and trough, they will still evoke a feeling of well being that we all aspire to.
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GOLD:
Having always been a popular metal, gold is once again tipping the scales of success. The warm tones have always been a welcome part of jewellery and fabrics and we are now enjoying it as a large part of our home décor plans. Along with the warm metallic tones, the reflections bounce warm light around the room for a dazzling effect.
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Golds and polished brass act as an excellent accent to dramatic and dark room colours – think of it as a hint of sour to balance out a sweet desert. It adds a decadence and warmth that no other metal can emulate! It is also great to add a depth and shine to a neutral room, so this is a great look to add your own touch to a rented home, or if you are after a quick refresh without the need of a paintbrush. Another great feature, is as long as the styles are from the same trend and time period, you can mix and match designs and shapes yet still maintain a cohesive look.
SILVER:
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The cool tone of silver is replicated in many of the metal finishes used today. Chromes, nickels and stainless steel all echo the same lustrous, reflective sheen. This is sure to add some glamour to any space and the real beauty is that it never clashes with any other colour. Accents of silver tones throughout the home will help to evoke feelings of positivity by helping to ‘lift’ colour palettes and instantly inject a modern look to any space.
Silver tones work really well with cool colours, but if you require a warmer effect from the metal, you could consider a light with an antique finish. This offers a depth and texture to the metal which ensures that these tones also work well in a retro or vintage setting.
MARBLE:
The Wonder of Marble
A sought after material for centuries, natural marble is a hard, crystalline metamorphic form of limestone. Known for its characteristic
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coloured swirls which originate from mineral impurities teamed with a wax-like finish make it a sculptures first choice for human form.
Marble has been associated with tradition, purity and luxury for many years. It is also an emblem of immortality due to its ethereal decorative qualities and durability. It is often imitated as it is a natural product and is therefore extremely limited in resources.
Marble effects are now really very similar to the natural product and are excellent at adding interest and character to our homes without too much fanfare.
Our Top Ten Picks!
A beautiful and intricately detailed ceiling pendant in a gold finish. Reminiscent of mid-century design, featuring a wire outer cage which fuses into an inner cage to culminate in a delicate gold lamp holder.
A decorative hand cast resin table lamp with a gold foil applique finish in a unique swirl structure design. The lamp comes with a gold faux silk shade and is switched by an inline rocker switch. This would be suitable for use in any contemporary setting with a matching colour scheme.
A modern 7 light chandelier in a polished gold with crystal button chain detailing culminating in sparkly octahedrons. This makes a stunning centrepiece for any modern room.Suspended on cable and chain suspension which can be adjusted at the point of installation to suit most ceiling heights.We love this light over a dining table or as a long drop over a stairwell, equally it would make a visual impact in most rooms in the house. It would be great as a decadent focal point in large rooms, such as bars, cafes and restaurants.
A delightfully simple industrially inspired ceiling cage pendant in a tapered shape. Finished in chrome, this is bang on trend and will add an industrial twist to any modern space. Suspended on black flex which can be adjusted at the point of installation to suit most ceiling heights. This light is also double insulated which ensures that it is safe to use in all homes, including some older properties which may not have an earth cable.This looks great on its own, but even better when more than one is used! We love this light – great quality at a bargain price.
An eye catching ceiling pendant made from steel in an shiny nickel finish with hammer detail. Great to add interest and character to any room it works well with classic, contemporary and modern styles. The inner shade is a matte silver colour which emulates a bright yet soft, inviting illumination – an effect which is enhanced by teaming with a warm bulb. Suspended on cable and chain which can be shortened at the point of installation for those with lower ceilings. We love this in home offices, living rooms and over dining tables, but it is a versatile light that would work well in any room.
A super long drop light for stairwells or high ceilings. At 2.3 meters long it’s sure to make a statement in a stairwell void. From a chrome ceiling mount spiralling faceted glass crystals create a visual treat. The small glass shades each house a small bright halogen bulb (included) these bulbs are dimmable if you have a suitable switch. This new edition to the LUTHER range of co-ordinated lights is the larger of the stairwell lights a smaller 1.5 meter light is also available along with table lamp, floor lamp, numerous ceiling lights and wall lights.
A modern touch lamp with a marble effect base with a chrome rod complete with cream cotton shade. Sleek and compact, this is a great lamp to add to any modern space. This lamp is double insulated, ensuring that it is safe to use in all homes including some older homes there the earth cable is note present. We love this at a bedside, in a living room or by a favourite reading chair.
A dome shaped ceiling pendant inspired by the rich sheen of a chocolate ganache in a marble effect. Suspended on black braided cable cord which can be adjusted at the point of installation to suit your ceiling height. Complete with chrome ceiling rose.
Classic elegance radiates from this David Hunt designed large up-lighter ceiling pendant supported on chains. Manufactured in the UK using fine quality Italian light marble effect glass and finished with bronze detailing.