Romancing the woods

In this age of plywood and particle boards, solid wood furniture hold a special place of their own. Remember those wooden cupboards, dressers and beds of your grandparents? Yes, they were heavy and occupied a lot of space-- but each of them had a character of its own. 

Have a look at these individually handcrafted furniture at Lombok and revisit the bygone eras.....

These pieces are manufactured in Lombok -- an island in Indonesia. Popular among both domestic and international tourists, Lombok is often termed as “an unspoiled Bali,” or “Bali’s sister island.” 

Interestingly called a Piano stool

Anyone for these blanket chests?

Chest of drawers to stash all your accessories...

This bench strikes a chord somewhere...

Planter's armchair

 

Aptly called Lazy chair

 I am sure this chair will make many of you nostalgic! Those summer vacations at the grandpa's place... Curling up with a book... or Taking a nap in the sun on the chair on a winter afternoon....

Tall boy chest to store my paper goodies!!

This Study Table can also be used as a dressing table

Lombok also has other accessories for your home... 

Windlights

For holding your blings!!!

 This ornate photo-frame is ideal for displaying your wedding pictures...

A mother-of-pearl frame

An artistic ceramic vase

So if you want to explore more, visit Lombok furniture here 

You may also be able to avail of their ongoing sale offer.

Living Room Table Decor

Friends, I have been busy with a few things since last week. I am sure you are getting ready to ring in the New Year with a lot of pomp.

The year 2010 has been a mix bag for me. One great achievement for me this year has been the birth of my second child-- this design blog! 

I am ending this year with ideas on coffee table decor. 

I think table decoration adds character to any room and tells a lot about the inhabitants of the house. Some like their table tops to be neat, some display their books, others want to showcase their collections or artefacts picked up during various trips. Flower is perhaps the most widely used decor item.

There are Eastern ways of decorating the table  and there are Western ways of doing it. And then there is the blending of the two!! 

Some are clean lines, some are luxurious!!!

A warm and serene oriental style (Pic www.femalenetwork.com)

 

A stylish mix of modern and traditional  (Pic Elle Decor)

Courtesy Interiors and Lifestyle India

Decor by Eddie Ross (Pic Elle Decor)

Harmony in clutter (Pic Elle Decor)

(Pics Interiors and Lifestyle India)

Satusma Porcelein  (Pic House to Home)

So beautify your house. It will automatically bring in cheers and pure vibes into your life!!
Happy New Year in advance!

Home! Sweet Home!!

Our houses reflect our personalities. Whether opulent or minimalist, traditional or modern, funky or kitschy-- each house has a soul of its own and is a labour of love. Here I showcase our own house that reflects our simple tastes.

Over the years, my husband and I have made a small collection of items that we have become attached to. Like this ornately carved coffee table  of ours, which we consider as one of our prized possessions.