Make a house a home
Furnishing a home is no easy matter, especially when you’re renting.
Personalise your living space and stamp your own style on it with the help of some stylish accessories and a splash of colour for an instant, updated look that’s completely your own. This time – living rooms, kitchens and dining. Bed and bath to follow next time ...
Who’s the fairest?
Mirrors make the world of difference in any room. Create extra light and make a statement with this fab and quirky mirror. Neutral enough to place in any room, but fun enough to add a focal point; go back to nature with this woodland inspired piece. Hang above your sofa for instant impact and create the illusion of even more space. Branch mirror | AED1,295. The One, Abu Dhabi Mall (02 644 8100) and Khalidya (02 681 6500)
Creature comforts
Update any sofa with a scattering of coloured, textured cushions and you’ve got a whole new room! Cuddle up to these gorgeous violet hued cushions – perfect for throwing over the plainest of sofas and livening up your living space. We think they’d look great in the bedroom too ...Embroidered purple cushion | AED139, Stanford fuchsia cushion | AED89, pink silk cover cushion 2XL | AED119. Abu Dhabi Mall (02 644 4089)
All in the details ...
Add a slice of Moroccan charm with these colourful, shimmering vases. Make the most of the sunlight – decorate a coffee table or adorn some shelves and watch them cast some colour when the sun shines on them. Mosaico Blue Konisch tall vase | AED275, round vase | AED295. The Pier Import, Marina Mall (02 681 8717)
Go wild!
We couldn’t resist this fun and furry zebra print stool. Add some talk to your living room and use as a handy foot rest after a hard day’s work, or simply use it as an ornamental piece fit for admiring glances. Zebra cow hair ottoman foot stool 2XL | AED1,100. Abu Dhabi Mall (02 644 4089)
Bright breakfasts
There’ll be no reason not to wake up sunny with this bright and cheery Egyptian inspired range from Zara Home. With a bold, sharp palette, it’s perfect for adding some effortless style to your dining – whatever the occasion. Cutlery | AED20 each, Glasses | AED35 each, Large and small bowl | AED35 each, Table cloth | AED195, White vase | AED105, Napkin ring | AED12. Zara Home, Marina Mall(02 681 5560)
Coasting along
With its bold and bright style and multi-purpose potential, we’ll be buying these in bulk! Each little pink pattern can serve as an individual coaster for the table, or join them up and decorate a plain wall for an instant pick-me-up of colour – no need to call in the decorators. Heritage Pattern Deco | AED119 each. The One, Abu Dhabi Mall (02 644 8100) and Khalidya (02 681 6500)
Raise a glass
With their chic black finish and simple pattern, these glasses are the perfect finishing touch for the dining table. Serve up when entertaining and watch them be the centre of attention. Sekglas Ice Crystal | 48 each. The Pier Import, Marina Mall (02 681 8717)
Stylish service
You’ll want to put the kettle on more often with this charming tea tray set. Add a rustic theme to your kitchen and serve up in style. Afternoon tea has never looked so good ... Tea tray | AED220, coasters | AED65. The Pier Import, Marina Mall (02 681 8717)
[Originally published in Abu Dhabi Week vol 2 issue 15]
