What an interesting evening I had yesterday: Linda, the owner of Creatively Your Custom invited me to her talk-show “Decorate Your Castle”. How exciting it was to exchange thoughts about interior design, ideas and experience with a person who is half way across the globe! In our conversation we covered the following topics: – “Think globally…
This morning, leisurely having my coffee and looking through the old issue of “Interiors” magazine I have stumbled upon this kitchen photo: It was the tiles that caught my attention. Very often they are used as a backsplash, but here they were applied to frame the kitchen equipment. Very creative, no? And I thought I…
Have you ever experienced that? You thought of a fantastic topic for an article, you picked up a catchy title, and perhaps even wrote the first sentence. And then… nulla… Your head seems to be empty and you mind is blocked. Messy thoughts are flying in disorder. I will open you a little secret: you…
Armenia is an amazing country with outstanding historical and cultural heritage. The amount of local artists and craftsmen is absolutely incredible considering that the population of the whole country is only 3 million. The best way to get introduced yourself with local artisanal products is to go to Vernisage – Arts and Crafts market in…
Hello, hello my history of styles followers! Today we tackle a very important topic that you definitely shouldn’t miss: window treatments. We shall talk about different types of curtains and blinds and which interior styles they fit most, accessories and useful terms that every interior designer should know, and as usually, a bit of historical…
Yesterday was my birthday and I decided to spend it doing my most favorite pastime – painting. I had this vintage suitcase, which serves me as a bedside table. It had a very shabby look, many people like it as it is, but I wanted to transform into something else: I am a big…
Have you been to Uzbekistan? No? Then you definitely should go one day. It is one of the most exotic, beautiful, impressive and controversial countries of Central Asia. Having previously been a part of the powerful and huge empire, it has some historical heritage sites which will take your breath away. Most probably you will…
We’ve all been there… I mean the “light side” of interior decorating – correct me if I am wrong! We adored tranquil environment of neutrals, we fell all over tender pastels, we admired Scandinavian minimalism and painted our walls all in white. Then at some point we get bored with this serenity and calmness, our…
Today I would like to share with you a wonderful collection of handmade furniture created by Swiss-based designer Oliver Rudin. Pure lines, concise forms and eco-friendliness are the hallmarks of his works. All materials the furniture is made of can be recycled. Playing with shapes, principles of geometry and different materials, he proves that even the…
L’Essenziale Blog is on Tumblr now! Yes, in addition to other social media, where I am already in, I decided to join this amazing network as well. You can find and follow me by clicking on the image below: You are not on Tumblr yet? Then, very quickly, I can give you 10 good reasons…
This post was written by guest contributor Elise Morel from House of Fraser, who is sharing some great tips on how to create a super comfortable bed. Enjoy! How many times you felt like you want to be under your covers with your eyes closed and fall asleep in a super comfortable environment? Your bed is…
This is a going to be a remarkable post for me, as it the 100th article that I publish! And it’s going to be devoted to a remarkable occasion – makeover of our new apartment. I was writing recently that we moved to Yerevan. I also mentioned that I started our apartment makeover with the…