Not On The High Street are developing a burgeoning reputation for providing unique and interesting products and this wooden cow sideboard really caught our eye. Aside from the fact that it’s a cool sideboard shaped like a cow, the concept piece is also a comment on the way we transport and dissect our meat. Handmade from Spurge plywood and produced using the same process as for real shipping crates, this inspirational piece of furniture would make a brilliant talking point as well as an eye catching addition to any room.
by tuiss : : Embroidered Curtains
We’ve recently added something a little different to our Tuiss curtains collection. In keeping with the beautiful array of designs already there, we’ve replenished and restocked with a wonderful range of embroidered curtains. Each pattern is skilfully woven and painstakingly crafted to add a little extra luxury. In an assortment of gorgeous colours and silky fabrics, they’re perfect for adding a touch of softness and serenity to any room.
Tuiss Loves : : Bowles and Bowles
A far cry from intricate designs and delicate floral patterns, our latest love prefers function over fashion. Bowles and Bowles are a British company, founded by father and son, who take an altogether more pragmatic view of design. All of their products are made from quality copper or zinc, spot welded into wire mesh with a little smoked glass and pressed steel here and there for an added flourish.
“With the goal of taking traditional manufacturing techniques and making them relevant for today’s audiences, Bowles & Bowles has lifted wire mesh from its humble roots. The father-and-son team have a track record in reinvigorating British design and industry; having prevented the overseas sale of Davey Lighting, they also continued to save a ceramics factory and glass works from closure.”
They might be made for functionality rather than their looks, but we think they’d make a fabulous addition to any home.
tuiss Loves : : Farrow & Ball
Over the years, Mr Farrow and Mr Ball have become household names in interior design. World renowned for producing beautifully crafted paints, with showrooms in New York, Paris and London, their range of colours and finishes is unparalleled. Despite their far reaching fame, all of their paints are produced locally in their factory in Dorset and just recently they’ve released a brand new collection of colours inspired by the surrounding area. Difficult though it was, we’ve narrowed down three of our favourite new shades to provide you with a bit of inspiration.
First up is Dimpse. Named after the West Country word for the fading light at dusk, this cool grey colour is light and neutral but with a wonderful drop of warmth. To complete the look, why not add an Essential Linen Voile to the window? As well as matching beautifully, it allows the light to gently filter through thus maintaining a spacious, airy feel.
Next we have Stiffkey Blue, a dark and brooding colour inspired by the mud on one of Norfolk’s beaches. This intense tone is rich and alluring and we think the Zola Indigo roman blind, with its soft and sumptuous fabric, would complement it wonderfully.
For our final selection, we went with Nancy’s Blushes. A charming pink colour that’s soft, gentle and wonderfully traditional. For this delicate hue, you need a delicate window dressing and the embroidered Savona Blush curtain is the ideal choice. The light and silky fabric is shot through with blush pink tones that are simply lovely.
There were so many other colours we could have chosen, from Mole’s Breath and Wevet to Ammonite and Yellow Cake, why not head over to their site and browse through their fabulous collections of textured tones.
Tuiss Loves : : Ercol
It’s not every day you come across products that are not only beautifully designed but well made too. So imagine our delight when we discovered Ercol; producers of high quality furniture who keep one eye firmly fixed on exceptional design. Founded almost a century ago by Italian Lucian Ercolani, the company have managed maintain the traditions of quality craftsmanship to this day, while managing to evolve their designs ‘to reflect how you live today’. You can even take a tour of the factory on their website to see exactly how everything is made. With a variety of pieces for every room in the home, the furniture is solid, simple and made for comfort as well as style, just like this stunning Studio Couch in pillar box red.
We were so enamoured with them, we even decided to use some of their stuff in some of our room sets – the perfect accompaniment to Tuiss blinds and curtains!
tuiss Loves : : London Design Festival
It’s that time of year again where the whole of London goes design crazy at the London Design Festival 2013. The streets are set to come alive with events and exhibitions all over the capital, demonstrating the very best in fashion trends.This time last year, we were taking in the Decorex International show in Kensington. This year’s exhibit is inspired by 17th and 18th century Silk Route trading and from our experience is well worth a look.
For something a little different, check out the Endless Stair Landmark Project. Inspired by the Escher painting, the 20 interlocking stairs offer fantastic views of the surrounding area.
This year, Earl’s Court plays host to the world famous 100% Design show with all the biggest names in fashion and design as well as a designated exhibition for emerging talent.
There’s so much going on all through the rest of the month, get yourself down there and get inspired.
tuiss : : at Home
We love to see our fabulous designs hanging proudly in people’s homes; it gives us a real sense of satisfaction. Especially when it’s used in a magnificent design scheme such as this one, featured in YourHome’s 2013 best ever makeovers.
Teal is a really popular colour right now, and here our Real Silk Kingfisher roman blinds work wonderfully to complement the darker, coffee tones in the furniture and on the walls.
Harmonising beautifully with other teal accessories, such as the cushions and the wallpaper on the feature wall, it creates a pop of vivid colour to give the room real verve and character.
A job well done, we think you’ll agree.
Trending Now : : A bug’s life
Normally, finding a bug in your house is your cue to scream bloody murder and wave your arms wildly in a fear driven frenzy. While that may still be a valid response for some, creepy crawlies have recently been finding their way into people’s homes via their furniture.
This surprisingly stylish trend is highlighted wonderfully through this Grande Dame sofa, covered in butterflies of all shapes and sizes. Never ones to miss out on a trend, we’ve produced the Ladybird Ruby roman blind, featuring an infestation of insects; perfect for entomologists everywhere!
Tuiss Loves : : Shake The Dust
At Tuiss we love to spend time trawling the web to bring you the latest designs and trends for our fabulous blinds. Occasionally, we stumble across cool sites that are just too good not to share. On one of our recent quests, we discovered Shake The Dust. This amazing site is on a mission to produce luxury, designer products that are ethically produced in far flung corners of the globe.
They produce a whole range of items from jewellery, like these Tehuti Square Stud earrings made from recycled magazines in Swaziland, to home ware and accessories, like this hand stitched ZigZag bowl and this Patchwork Clash Basket.
Fantastic designs that are ethically made, what more could you ask for?
Trending Now : : Brass & Copper
As much as we hate to admit it, summer has to end sometime and the dreaded moment is creeping up on us all too soon. Luckily, the onset of Autumn gives us chance to give our home a little makeover and with the cold weather just around the corner, why not warm things up with a little brass and copper?
These metallic tones are really en vogue and can be used in both traditional and contemporary schemes to add a little fire and heat. We’ve picked out a selection of blinds from our Tuiss Romans range that we think would suit the look perfectly.