Songbirds Collection of Cushions and Wall Art

We’ve been inspired by the English countryside with these products. Songbirds is a beautiful, detailed collection by award winning designer Lorna Syson. Now based in London, UK, she launched her first collection in 2009 with the help of the Princes Trust.

Lorna draws inspiration from the great British outdoors, nature, trees and birds. She also looks to her childhood memories growing up in the British countryside, remembering the birds that used to nest outside her window, picking wild berries with her father, and playing in the surrounding woods.

Her beautiful series “Songbirds” features the Willow Tit, Great Tit, Robin and Bullfinch birds, and her designs are applied to fabric, cushions, paper, wallpaper and lampshades.

She likes to use natural, sustainable materials such as nettle, wool and recycled card.

Yellow Front Door stocks her cushion covers and limited edition prints, but the wallaper and lampshades can be ordered as a special order by contacting kate@yellowfrontdoor.com.au.

Buy the beautiful Songbirds cushions online at: www.yellowfrontdoor.com.au/cushionsonline/

and buy Songbirds limited edition prints online at: www.yellowfrontdoor.com.au/wallartonline/

New Wall Art by Nynne Rosenvinge at Yellow Front Door

We couldn’t resist getting in several artworks by the very talented Danish artist Nynne Rosenvinge. Her pieces have a beautiful, simple yet ethereal quality, and are extremely well priced.

She incorporates simple elements such kites, lanterns and water droplets into her work, and the moon and mountains are often represented. She mixes strong blacks with neutrals and pastel colours in her work, creating a fine balance and synergy.

  

Below: Images of Nynne’s beautiful home in Copenhagen

 The neutral wall and floor work beautifully with the pops of colour in the rug and Nynne’s own painting. 

Buy Nynne’s wall art online at: www.yellowfrontdoor.com.au/wallartonline/

Below: Black Planet and Chinese Lamps prints available for $49 including delivery.

So Your Style is Shabby Chic?

So your style is shabby chic? This vintage, bohemian style is not only beautiful, but also environmentally friendly, as old, pre-loved and nostalgic pieces are recycled and up cycled. 

View my Yellow Front Door article here on the key design features of shabby chic style, and how to create this timeless look in your own home. 

Shabby chic emerged as a popular style trend in the 1980s, when British bohemians and artists began to upcycle old furniture into works of art, added charm with fabrics, and repurposed treasures for display. They were, in effect, making use of both their creativity and their limited funds to develop a look all their own. The trend soon spread to the US and beyond, and it is now seen as a timeless style aligned with our growing focus on eco-sustainability in building and design. Shabby chic embraces old, worn and nostalgic pieces – a perfect fit for the current trend of recycling, upcycling and repurposing. The style is also comfortable, relaxed, warm and charming, and adaptable to most homes. The term shabby chic is often used in reference to variants French country, cottage chic, Gustavian, and beach cottage chic and is as popular with those making the most of roadside finds as it is with those who simply choose the style for its warmth and character. Discover the key elements of shabby chic, and how you can display preloved items in a classic and elegant way in your home.

http://www.houzz.com.au/ideabooks/31700445

New Cushions and Wall Art by Leah Duncan

Yellow Front Door is excited to receive a new line of beautiful handmade pieces from artist and designer Leah Duncan. Leah reflects on nature, culture and the environment to produce her pieces, using water-based inks, pigment inks and the finest quality linen and paper.

Leah resides in Austin, Texas, where she loves the food and sunshine, and it’s there that she really discovered her inner creativity and passion for design. She specialises in cushions and prints, and her pieces are organic, delightful and quirky, often featuring the desert, animals, flowers and plants. 

We love her contemporary designs and fresh, natural colours. Shop her cushions and wall art online at Yellow Front Door here http://www.yellowfrontdoor.com.au/products/oslo-cushion-cover  The prices are as beautiful as the designs.

Floral Cushions are Back!

If you love florals and embrace nature, take a look at this stunning range by Imogen Heath. A surface pattern designer from the UK, Imogen celebrates the English summer and references childhood memories and nostalgia in her line of cushions.

She combines traditional artistry with modern digital techniques to produce a range that’s captivating and alluring. There are organic and geometric influences in her work, and her florals are fresh, vibrant and contemporary.

Her designs are so resolved you’d never guess her label was only established in 2011.

(I love her designs so much I have Bluebell and Dahlia cushions on my own sofa at home)

View her range of cushions online at Yellow Front Door here: http://www.yellowfrontdoor.com.au/products/dahlia-cushion-cover

Imogen Heath cushions at Yellow Front Door

Small Urban Gardens - How to Get it Right

Check out the article written by Kate Unsworth of Yellow Front Door on creating the perfect urban garden and choosing the right outdoor furniture for a small urban space.

When you live in an urban setting, chances are your garden won’t be large. Designing a small urban garden can have its challenges, but there are ways to maximise space, comfort, practicality and a feeling of openness. Think carefully about the main purpose of your outdoor area and how you like to use it, choosing the type of furniture to suit the purpose. Consider the best finishes, materials and colours to enhance the feeling of space while still reflecting the style and personality of your home. Lastly, utilise tips and tricks to maximise space, functionality and storage. Whatever your style, there are options here to suit your small urban garden and ensure it’s as inviting and well-utilised as possible, year round.

http://www.houzz.com/au/ideabooks/33492059

Creating Cafe Culture and Style at Home

Brew a cup of coffee and take a read of my latest Yellow Front Door article on Houzz Australia. It’s all about creating the perfect cafe look and feel in your own home (sorry, barista not included!)

http://www.houzz.com.au/ideabooks/34697787/list/12-freshly-brewed-ideas-to-steal-from-your-local-cafe

Sneak peek here:

I’m sure I’m not the only one who loves heading down to my favourite local café on the weekend – partly for the food and company, but also seeking that cool café decor, buzz and vibe. People have loved gathering at public places (hence the word ‘pub’) for centuries, but we Australians seem to have made the local café our ‘pub’.

Cafés not only incorporate great design ideas, but have an ambience that’s totally conducive to eating, drinking, chatting, reading and just chilling. Australian cafés often take their cue from recycled or up-cycled materials, hard-wearing finishes, and retro pieces to bring about a warm, cosy and inviting atmosphere. Wouldn’t you love to create a café look and feel in your home? Choose rustic materials, salvaged pieces and industrial furniture to achieve this welcoming and eclectic look. Then add some knockout appliances, cool lighting, open shelves and fun signage. Here are some additions to create an edgy yet inviting space that your family and friends will want to hang out in for hours.

Angus Mackenzie Architect