theSun ON FRIDAY | MAY 6, 2016 23 Opposites attract > Modern day interior designers and industry experts introduce a new concept on what gels PHOTO: VIRALFOREST.COM ONE are the days when The outcome is a bold and one was clear about what daring space that evokes an matched or corresponded energetic effect. Break the rules Gand what did not. These and go for strong shades for a days, there seems to be a very thin fabulous and somewhat line between black and white or dramatic effect. Blend one- even what is right and wrong for coloured walls with wall- that matter. It looks as though the papered ones, each in world has become such a complex contrasting tones or perhaps go place to live in, then again perhaps for a striking wall colour and it is a “grey” era we have chosen to theme this with loud-coloured make of it ourselves. However, accessories, furnishings and anyone with an open-mind could furniture. Imagine Cyndi Lauper look at this perception in modern or abstract art and know that day light, as a creative ideology, a yours will be a space that creates higher understanding, or a liberal a unique look and feel. or creative perception of what goes Another idea to add to this : MYDESIGNSOURCEBLOG.COM well together. style using conflicting colours is Bowled over on this insight, to decorate spaces within these PHOTO theSun explores some of today’s walls with bespoke furniture. unconventional matches (some say, PHOTO: SCOUTMOB.COM Here, you get to up the ante on the common in many homes. One can made in heaven) and the concept mad mix of hues, even in the also vary the textures used on a that creativity really has no interiors” explains one. “It’s about unconcealed wiring that give an choices of the smaller objet d’art. particular piece of furniture or boundaries. After all, according to putting together function and unfinished look. Peeling paint, Use splashes of vibrant fuchsia or furnishing, playing with something research, each individual is unique style,” describes another. unevenly put together pieces of turquoise to create an interior soft and easy to touch along with and sees things differently. Like it or not, wood and metal furniture, do-it-yourself furnishings space that you enjoy coming home something more drastic, perhaps In the world of architecture and are in and have found their way in its slipshod assembled form ... All to, one that speaks your personality hard or even bristly. Alternate the interior design, while all is into many homes, offices, these and more express a functional or evokes your inner spirit. size of the objects with textures for questionable, at the same time commercial and naturally, space that is hip and stylish with even more depth, and go for unquestionable, in the creative industrial spaces. The result – a hints of vintage in between. MESH OF TEXTURES colours and prints of different domain, many claim beauty lies in warehouse look, an earthy yet Mixing textures, otherwise known dimensions as well. the eye of the beholder. While one polished appearance that exudes a MIX OF COLOUR as “layering”, requires skill and Choose a variety of fabrics from will agree that stripes and dots just sense of ease, freedom, an Mixes of colours that don’t match talent, say interior designers. The light and translucent to something don’t jibe, another may consider unrestrained feel that invites the can come as attractive. In fact, effect could create depth and make heavier and thick, with designs on this crazy idea as a fusion of laissez-faire between walls. Call it colours that “clash” kind of make a all the difference between interiors brocade, velvet or silk, paired with eclectic style. the most unlikely pair, you have to statement, a talking piece, as this simply and quickly put together or knotted braids and needlework for agree that the outcome is really stands out and catches the eye. one furnished with much thought a sense of opulence. Frills, flounces, METAL AND WOOD somewhat appealing. Once before when no one would for a space with soul and substance. ribbons and laces are often used, as The use of metal and wood in Those intending to dress their think of having two strong colours While some refer to such spaces as these, if applied cleverly, can bring interiors has been around for some interiors in this style need not in the same room or space for that interiors with character, others about warmth and a calm and time now. However, in more recent spend much as the raw look and matter, today, you can find homes may view it as a dramatically pleasant feel to interiors. times, especially in Malaysia, we feel allows for exposed ceilings that donned in blues and greens, navies decorated home or one with Last but not least, while being have noticed a lot more of these feature pipes and ducts, bare and bright oranges, limes and personality and charm, as if “alive”. creative can give rise to two unlikely materials being paired brackets and tubes, untreated wood yellows against maroons and a Nonetheless, layering with unconventional and fresh ideas and up in a space and sometimes even fused with stained metals and crazy mix of unlikely hues. various textures can make a concepts, try not to go overboard in conjoined together in one piece of difference to any wall, floor and inter-blending. Then again, if the furniture or paraphernalia. ceiling even. The technique can outcome is pleasing to the eye of Some in the creative field term also be used to “bring out” or add a the inhabitants and brings harmony this marriage of two “unlikely” buzz to upholstery, window to the soul, why not? matters “industrial interior design”. coverings and even accessories. It’s about the yin and yang, “adding It may not be too alien for one to DID YOU KNOW a raw and unfinished look to the use a variety of textures in Incorporating and combining even most thoughtfully designed upholstery. From a variety of the slightest bit is considered a different textured floor rugs and regular and reasonable thing to carpets, curtains, cushion covers do. A perfect example is the and bedding – these are quite architectural and interior style that is relevant in today’s era, called the “eclectic style”. It is explained as a fusion style that combines culture, technology, style, shape, even the “time”. The style is said to offer everything, with no rules that limit creativity combining modern elements with classics, old with new, high quality with flea market and such. The main point is not freedom but harmony in taste. X Email your feedback and queries to: propertyqs@ thesundaily.com PHOTO: ETSY.COM PHOTO: SOFAWORKSHOP.COM PHOTO: SOFAWORKSHOP.COM 22 theSun ON FRIDAY | MAY 13, 2016 theSun ON FRIDAY | MARCH 11, 2016 20 PHOTO: WWW.VIRTUALMALAYSIA.COM Discovering PART 1 Negri Sembilan > A series exploring the state that recorded the most number of residential units sold HE real estate market outlook for Negri Sembilan is reported to be positive. In Pahang Tfact, since 2015, prices have been ascending, along with a record number of transactions. Although Selangor Jelebu the property market is currently reported to be going though a “soft” The Minangkabau Residence. PHOTO: WWW.INSIGHTGUIDES.COM period in general, below is a residential “snapshot” focusing on Kuala Klawang with the on-going and up-coming 20ft x 60ft; the housing market in Darul Bandar Seri Jempol commercial developments in the X of the 50% of affordable houses, Nilai Khusus, the Arabic honorific title Seremban Kuala Pilah Bahau state’s and government’s blueprints 15% must be priced at RM80k or which means “special abode”. and infrastructure plans. below; 15% at RM250k or below; Seremban Jempol Negri Sembilan borders Rasah Kuala Pilah and 20% at RM400k or below; Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Pahang, A LARGER VIEW with the remaining up to the Malacca and Johor. It lies on the Rasah Sri Meranti Touching on state and government developers; and western coast of the peninsula. Rantau plans for Negri Sembilan, it has been X Bumiputra ownership quota has Rembau Popular towns include Port Gemas Johor less than a year that Mentri Besar been raised from 50% to 70%. Rembau Dickson, Bahau and Nilai. Tampin Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan The state has historical ties announced the enforcement of Port Telok Tampin In terms of number of transactions, with the Minangkabau from west Dickson Kemang some policies pertaining residential refer to the chart on the top 10 areas, Sumatra, Indonesia, the reason housing projects. In June last year, as listed by brickz.my below. its traditional architecture and Malacca after discussions with the Real spoken language has significant Estate Housing Developers’ Follow our column next week for traces of Minangkabau features Seremban compared with KL city. KL is often laden with heavy traffic Association (Rehda) Negri more on Negri Sembilan, along with and words. Another reason that could on weekends. Sembilan, new housing policies interesting property development explain the rise in the number of This is said to be due to those were enforced. These include: projects within the state. SEREMBAN IN BRIEF residential property transactions in who have bought properties in According to records, the area with that part of the country could also Negri Sembilan, who return home X Fifty per cent of every new the most number of residential units be due to the fact that Nilai, a town every Friday night or Saturday housing project must consist of X Email your feedback and sold is Seremban.