Archives for June 2013

Chevron and Herringbone Patterns

As with any design, the attention to details is so crucial and vital. The thought and execution of these details can take a space from ordinary to amazing.

Chevron and herringbone patterns have been used frequently in design for the last decade. A chevron pattern is a line or stripe in a V or inverted V-shape. These patterns are available in wallpaper, rugs, dinnerware, and fabrics.

 

Chevron and Herringbone Pattern

 

Chevron & Herringbone Pattern

 

To add that extra detail to your space, consider the use of chevron or herringbone pattern by creating the pattern using tile, wood or brick. This living and dining area is one of my favorite rooms. It is so simple and clean in its design with great attention paid to the details like the herringbone patterned floor.

 

Interior Walls Designs - Chevron vs. Herringbone Pattern

Chevron & Herringbone Pattern

 

The chevron wall in the above living area adds so much character and interest to an otherwise plain wall.

There are differences between a chevron and a herringbone pattern. These two patterns are sometimes not referenced correctly.

Chevron patterns are those in which pieces of material are cut into rectangles all the same length. The ends are then cut to a desired angle and laid in a “V” pattern. Chevron edges are mitered.

 

 

Chevron & Herringbone - Interior Walls DesignsChevron Floor - Interior Walls Designs

 

 

A herringbone pattern edges are not mitered. Here again the pieces used are rectangular and are cut to the same length. They are then laid into the “V” pattern where the pattern overlaps. The pieces are laid at a right angle to the each other to create the pattern.

 

 

Herringbone Pattern - Interior Walls Designs

 

Interior Walls Designs - Herringbone Pattern

Carpet tiles are very popular in both hospitaltiy and residential spaces in that a tile can be removed and replaced if needed. These carpet tiles by Interface show how a herringbone pattern.

Herringbone Pattern

Outdoor spaces need the attention to details too. Patterned terraces or walkways are a great way to add needed interest to any space.

Chevron & Herringbone Pattern - Interior Walls Designs

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Library Lights…New Uses!

Library lights have been used to illuminate bookcases and library walls for probably a century. Today, that same type of light can be used in a more modern fashion and in other areas of the home.

 

Library Lights - New Uses!

 

Library Lights

 

Library Lights

Library Lights

 

Outside of the library, there are many areas that this type of tasking lighting can work to freshen any design or space. For instance, instead of the recessed lighting that is used in some many kitchens today, think about adding the lights to the wall to shed more light on your kitchen counters. These lights typically have a directional arm so that it can be adjusted for any area of the wall or countertop.

 

 

Library Lights

Library Lights - Interior Walls Designs

Library Lights - Kitchen

Library Lights

 

The typical bar of lights or recessed can lighting you sometimes see in a bath can be updated by changing them to a library light. They can either be mounted above the mirror or like a sconce to either side of the mirror.

Most lights are hardwired, meaning they need a junction box to function. Some lights come with a cord cover and can be mounted to the wall, for instance on either side of a sofa, and then plugged into an outlet below.

 

 

Library Lights

 

Library Lights

 

Library Lights

 

 

These lights come in so many great finishes and colors. Mostly seen in metal finishes like brass, bronze or chrome, there are sometimes seen with fabric shades and glass shades as well.

 

 

Library Lights

Library Lights - Interior Walls Designs

 

The lights used in these bedrooms are such a interesting and unique change to the typical lamp one may find on a nightstand.

Adding these lights on the fireplace wall allows you to direct the light in any direction desired as opposed to a sconce where the light stays in one place at all times.

 

Library Lights

Library Lights

 Library Lights

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