Showing posts with label Happy Interior Blog Recommends. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Happy Interior Blog Recommends. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Happy Interior Blog Recommends: Xmas Gift Ideas


Time is running, can you believe Christmas is in two weeks? Crazy, right? How about your Xmas gift shopping? Have you finished most of it, are you in the middle of the maze or right at the beginning? Well, in case you are still on the hunt for creative gifts, I thought I'll share a few of my latest design discoveries and favorites as Xmas gift ideas. Without further ado, here are my Christmas gift suggestions:
  1. Ay Illuminate pendant via Oh My Home
  2. Glass dome via Nature & Découvertes
  3. Poster via Bond and Fox
  4. Marble box via La Maison d'Anna G.
  5. Hanging planter via Holly's House
  6. Marble condiment holder via Holly's House
  7. Tea ball via Such & Such
  8. Art via Original Art Under 100
  9. Cushion via Stil Haven
  10. Scented Candle via Möve
  11. Salt and pepper mills via Oates & Co.
Now you should be ready for Christmas. At least I think I am. Sort of. Happy hump day, friends!

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Happy Interior Blog Recommends...



Wednesday is hump day is half way to weekend is a day to treat yourself - this is the sort of weird sequence of thoughts I have on hump days. You know, little treats motivate you to tackle the remaining half of the working week and then indulge in a relaxing weekend. Now I admit, some might say, ok, get yourself some chocolates, buy yourself a jumper, a pair of new shoes or a a nice book. But hey, I am who I am and I love to buy things for the home. And this week's recommendations could all go right into my virtual basket. Is there a treat for you too? Today we've got fresh on offer the following goodies:

1. Hand made porcelain vessels by British designer Rhian Malin via Cavaliero Finn
2. Surprise (design) gift box for yourself or a beloved person (perfect in time for 
    Christmas) by Not Another Bill
3. Roxy arm chair with ethnic pattern via Onefortythree
4. Undercover blanket via Starling Store
5. Crescent cup/planter via Nasty Gal
6. Cactus tote bag via Leif Shop

Now hump day looks all better, right? Have a happy one!

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Happy Interior Blog Recommends: Herr M



Two days ago I attended the launch of a US interior design platform in Germany and we got caught up in discussing what is typical German design for the US interiors market and I heard words like sleek and puristic design, industrial design, eco-friendly design. All true, I admit. But German design can be more than that - it can also be quirky and fun. Like the puzzle side table from the German design label 'Herr M'.


But what's a puzzle side table you might ask pretty puzzled? Inspired by a children's toy the designers  Christopher Heider and Vicky Müller have designed the side table named 'Schiebepuzzle'. The front doors can slide both up and down and from side to side revealing just a little bit of the content at a time, the rest is a sort of seeking-game - for magazines and a little minibar for bottles, glasses, coasters or a deck of cards. A pretty smart side table for any home but especially for small apartments, don't you think?

But what makes this quirky side table typical German? Not only that it is rooted in functional and sleek industrial design, but it also is impeccably crafted by hand in a carpentry in Porta Westfalica in Germany. 

So I hope you are less puzzled now and appreciate this little design puzzle from Germany. Happy hump day, folks!

Photography by 'Herr M'

Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Happy Interior Blog Recommends: Huzi Design



We make gifts for the curious, the playful, the imaginative bunch, the ones who never grow old. This is the mission of young and creative design studio called Huzi Design. Based in Hong Kong, this creative bunch of people lives the 'back to the basic' mantra, a design aesthetic often seen in Scandinavian and Asian approaches. Simple, functional and playful, with an unexpected twist - this is how the products of Huzi Design speak to the observer.

If you consider yourself a dreamer, an explorer or a visionary, take a look at the playful world of Huzi Design. I am smitten by their charming candle collection as well as the 'Lost In Sofa' armchair with its fun and comfy look. 

And since it's hump day today, we all need a little dreamy inspiration, right? Here's to the dreamers and explorers in all of us!

Photography via Huzi Design

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Happy Interior Blog Recommends: Fatboy




For many years the Dutch brand Fatboy used to be synonymous for bold, huge beanbags to me. But lately I've noticed that they slowly expanded their product range with new products like stools, cushions, rugs. But it was this year's bloggers' tour to Amsterdam that made me change my perception entirely. Fatboy was one of our sponsors of our design bloggers' dinner and we were seated comfy on their new concrete seats and Baboesjka cushion seats, enjoyed a dimly lit atmosphere thanks to the Edison lamp and we had the opportunity to meet their brand new product launching in 2015 - 'The Klaid', an oversized and super soft blanket for a snuggly evening.



The large blanket was a tactile highlight - it feels super soft and you instantly want to wrap up yourself in it - which some of us did, like my friend Susanna:-) But we also used the opportunity to ask the Fatboy representatives one interesting question: why is the brand called Fatboy? Now take this: It was back in 1998 that a creative Finnish guy named Jukka Setälä, a designer from Golla in Finland, was listening to the edgy tunes of Fatboy Slim (ha, I knew it) and designed the first original beanbag. Now everything makes sense and Fatboy has a quite cool vibe to it, right? And their new products are pretty cool, too!

Happy hump day and let's listen to some Fatboy Slim now!

Photography by Linda Elmin and Susanna Vento

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Happy Interior Blog Recommends: Hunting For George


There are many reasons for a trip to Australia: the ocean, the beaches, summer in winter, the easy going lifestyle. And for interior maniacs like myself: 'Hunting For George'. Truth be told, I discovered the Australian online shop only a few days ago, but it was an instant love affair: the products, the styling, the photography - every detail told me that this online shop is curated with love and passion.


'Hunting For George' was established in 2010 by Melbourne based sisters Jo Harris and Lucy-Glade Wright as a platform for both larger, well established brands as well as smaller, up-and-coming labels from Australia and abroad. I am particularly smitten with their range of homeware. Their latest addition is the fabulous Siesta Collection. It's all about taking a break, escaping and letting the designs fill our homes with plenty of good vibes - yes, they truly are Australians! What's not to love?!

Now while I am getting ready for winter here in Munich (my iPhone forecasts a max of 5 degrees Celsius with rain tomorrow) I am clicking through the amazing 'Hunting For George' website and daydream of an escape to sunny and happy Australia. Thanks for all the good vibes, 'Hunting For George'!

Photography via 'Hunting For George'

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Happy Interior Blog Recommends: Libratone



Liberate your sound in style! That was my first thought when I was introduced to the stylish wireless speakers of Libratone during our Design Bloggers Dinner in Amsterdam. They sponsored our party by providing a beautiful and strong speaker system to keep our guests entertained with fine music. I was convinced by both design and sound quality so I had to get a closer look on their website and learn more about their wireless speakers.


I belong to the generation of people who have no radio at home. I only stream music (probably like most of us) and currently I am using a bluetooth speaker to stream the music from my iPhone to my entire apartment. But it is not as stylish as the cool Libratone speakers. Not to mention that the sound quality is rather poor. If only I knew Libratone before!


What I really like about the Libratone speakers is that they are covered in real wool and they come in a variety of colours to complement any kind of interior styling. My personal favorite is the Libratone Loop in Petrol Blue - it would definitely make a good appearance in my home. 

Which one would suit your home best? And do you use wireless speakers to stream music in your home? Just wondering...

Photography via Libratone
Libratone was a kind sponsor of our Design Bloggers Tour

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Happy Interior Blog Recommends...



How important are rugs for you? I really like rugs. Like a lot. I live on only 32 square meters, yet I have six rugs at home - not all of them are simultaneously in use, but I do like to change rugs from time to time as they are a great way to structure, highlight and decorate a room. That's why I am always on the outlook for new and affordable designs. The latter is quite tricky as many cool design rugs tend to cost a fortune. But not this new label from Berlin - meet 'Teppichlust Berlin'.


The young founder, Simon Bartmann, has always had a soft spot for design. With 'Teppichlust Berlin' he has launched a brand new online store in Germany featuring urban design rugs at an affordable price range - something that made my eyes go big! 


Another interesting fact is that Berlin as the brand's home base has a strong influence in the design of the offered rugs - the vibrancy and urban lifestyle of Berlin are a sort of design DNA of the rugs. My personal favorites are the soft indigo rug and the flat woven Shibori dyed blue rug - serious love going on there! 

Discover your personal favorite in the brand new online shop of 'Teppichlust Berlin' that has launched on September 1st, 2014. Well wort a visit. And a little shopping fun if you are in need of a cool rug.

Happy hump day!

Photography via 'Teppichlust Berlin'

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Happy Interior Blog Recommends: Rude x Urban Outfitters




Today's recommendation comes with a full package of goodies for you my dear readers. Think of a blast of colours and pop art patterns, think of goodies for a giveaway and a great promotion code for your home accessories shopping. To be able to offer you this cool interior loving package I've teamed up with one of my favorite homewares shopping address: Urban Outfitters

I've been an Urban Outfitters fan for quite a while. Remember my black and white zigzag rug in my living room (this one)? It's been there for quite some years and I got it at Urban Outfitters. Now the team of Urban Outfitters has launched a new range of homewares designed in collaboration with the graphic designers Rupert and Abi Meats of the design studio Rude. The new 'Rude x Urban Outfitters' collection is very loud - visually speaking. Bright colours, pop art patterns, bold graphics and slogans portray a unique and individual expression. It is probably not everybody's style or taste, but it adds a very vivid dash of funk and a certain London vibe into bright interiors and colour loving homes.


The collection's catch phrase is 'Love Your Stuff' and is based on the idea of 'Home is where your stuff is'. The designers are famous for their funky and bold designs on t-shirts and have now extended their designs on a full range of home textiles, mugs, posters and more. No matter if it meets your taste or not - one must admit it has a funky and fun energy in it!

Join the giveaway & promo code:

Now if you'd like to win a great package of goodies from the new 'Rude x Urban Outfitters' collection just leave a comment under this post until coming Wednesday, midnight CET - we are giving away a 'Hat Cushion', a 'Shoes Cushion', a 'Love Your Stuff' washbag and mug! And if you like other goodies from Urban Outfitters, make sure to use the promo code HAPPYINTERIOR for your online shopping in the 'Home & Gifts' section (applicable to all normal priced articles). The promo code is valid from now until October 3rd.  Oh and by the way, my rug is still available in their online store! It's now or never!

Happy shopping!

Photography by Urban Outfitters
This post has been brought to you together with Urban Outfitters



Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Happy Interior Blog Recommends: Blog Boss


Today's blog recommendation is a very special one. It is not a new product to decorate or furnish your home, but it is something to boost your blog and blogging skills (if you are a blogger of course). It's now almost three years ago that I embarked on the journey of blogging on Happy Interior Blog. It was not without any thoughts and hesitation that I started my blog. I raised many questions to myself: Will I have the time to do it with a full time job? Will I have anything interesting to tell? How will I be able to stand out of the existing blog crowd? How will I create content on an ongoing basis? How will I motivate myself all the time? Many questions, many thoughts!

It was then that I decided to attend an e-course called 'Blogging Your Way' by one of the leading decor bloggers worldwide, Holly Becker of decor8. This online course has really made me realize that a real blogger lies within me, that there are tangible tips and tricks how to answer all those raised questions and how to make your way in the bloggersphere. I was motivated and I felt ready to kick off. The result is this very blog that you are reading right now. A blog that brings joy and happiness to me every day. And I hope that a bit of this happiness shines through to each and every of my readers.

Now if you are a blogger and you want to boost your blogging skills, I want to recommend the new advanced course by Holly Becker called 'Blog Boss'. Lessons on marketing, writing, monetizing or work-life-balance are part of the course's curriculum. The e-course will start on October 10th and lasts for one month. You can read more about it and register HERE.

I really recommend you do this course if you feel like you want to take your blog to the next level. In this sense: Happy hump day and happy blogging!


Photography via decor8

Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Happy Interior Blog Recommends...



As an interior design blogger I am always pondering various options when it comes to interiors - obviously, right? One of those options are wallpapers. Some like them. Some hate them. Some say they are old-fashioned. Others say they are trending and cool. No matter what stance we take, they are out there - and if it anything to go by the current wallpaper designs on the market, I'd rather believe the latter crowd. 

I think wallpaper come in beautiful designs, qualities and textures today. They are a great way to add visual impact in interiors though they have to be carefully selected and considered. And long gone are the days when it was a social duty to plaster every single wall in the home with wallpaper. Today many opt for striking feature walls - a great way to emphasize or visually structure a room.


One of my favorite paint brands, Farrow & Ball, have launched a brand new range of four Japanese inspired wallpaper designs. I assume you will agree with me if I say these designs are not vibrant, not flashy, not dominant. Instead these designs seem to root in history, Japanese craftsmanship to be precise, they seem to be soothing and calming. They sort of go with the current season. They unveil a richness in pattern and structure when viewed close-by, they seem to blur and balance when looked at from afar. 

So if you happen to look for wallpaper designs for any upcoming interior or DIY project, you might want to have a closer look at the latest Farrow & Ball wallpaper selection. 

Photography via Farrow & Ball
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