Parisian Chic style captures effortless elegance and timeless sophistication by seamlessly blending classic and modern elements. It showcases a neutral color palette accented with black, white, and soft pastels, complemented by ornate details like moldings, gilded mirrors, and antique furnishings. This style strikes a perfect balance between old-world charm and contemporary flair, resulting in a curated and personal aesthetic.
Organic Modern Design is the new trend, evolving from the serene minimalist aesthetics of Japandi and the imperfect beauty of Wabi Sabi, yet with a lighter, more approachable feel. This style embraces natural forms, TEXTURES, and a calming palette, creating spaces that feel grounded and harmonious.
You probably have heard about the Japandi style. This style blends the Japanese simplicity with the Scandinavian color palette. Very popular just after the pandemic, you can find it in interiors, fashion and even food. It becomes a way of living, slow, sustainable and healthy.
Much more than just the Ikea style, the Scandinavian style emerged out of the 1950’s to promote beautiful simple clean designs inspired by Northern nature, accessible and affordable to everyone. It has warm minimalism which combines beauty, simplicity, and functionality.
Derivate from the Ethnic style, my Tropical style is influenced with the elegance of the Balinese style. Fresh and exotic, this style is popular nowadays. Whites, browns, and greens are the key colors of your palette. The tropical style is usually accompanied by foliage patterns, whether on textiles or straight on wallpaper! Wood is the preferred material for your furniture and floor, preferably exotic (but FSC please). Rattan and canework baskets and other “jungle” accessories can be used to complete the look.
Industrial Interior Style originates from the Industrial revolution in the 1700’s. It is the style that we recognize as the use of the warehouses and original factory buildings from this time. Masculine and uncluttered, it shows exposed brick, concrete, iron, steel and studio glass wall as key markers.
Art Deco style was officially born in France in 1925 at the Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes, in Paris. It is very common in Sydney. It is fun, bold, elegant, and developed from Art Nouveau, replacing the swirling motifs with less detailed, more geometric shapes and motifs.
Ethnic style, by definition, is a clever mix of influences, drawn from cultures and interiors around the world. It is an invitation to travel! Warm and welcoming, this style allows all the colors even if I prefer to use the natural and earthy hues, probably influenced by my Moroccan background. 😉
I define the French Cottage style as a mix between Modern Country, Natural and French Provincial styles. There are interiors showing familiarity and authenticity. Inspired by traditional farm or country houses, French Cottage encompasses the colours and textures of the landscape surrounds and mixes these with casual textiles, like cottons and linens, and an abundance of textures. Rustic, imperfect, and generous furniture are often used to celebrate the family life and friends gathering.
I define my coastal style as a mix between Balinese and a contemporary interpretation of traditional Hamptons style. It is an inspiration from the Mediterranean style which transports you straight to the beach with a bright, breezy feel and palette. Whites, greys, pale blue or green, and natural materials like timber and cane are the key markers of this style.
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