key trends - Godfrey Hirst Carpets · 2014-12-10 · 3 Driftwood Wall Art – Home Republic; Throw – Hermon & Hermon; Wall – Dulux Aida. CARPETS soft pale neutrals in high twist

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Welcome

Issue 2 of Wall 2 Wall has been such an exciting project. It’s bigger and better than our first issue with even more trends and useful tips to share with you.

Carpet has become the hottest floor-covering around; and that’s no surprise - no other floor-covering provides colour, texture, great acoustic properties and warmth to a room like carpet. Your choice in flooring makes a statement about your style. That’s why we think it’s important to bring you the latest decorating trends and ideas.

Check out our four key trends to get thelow-down on which finishes, colours, décor and carpets areset to style homes this year.

Use your Carpet Selector in store to make selecting your carpet easier. It allows you to see how different carpet looks with each trend and provides you with all you need to know to make an informed decision. Its handy size is perfect to slip in your bag to take with you while you shop.

Plus there’s lots more - read on to get all the style tips and advice you need from Wall 2 Wall Issue 2.

Bree LeechColour & Trend Designer, Godfrey Hirst Carpets

EDITOR’S LETTER CONTENTS

STYLE DIRECTORY

Godfrey Hirst Carpets 1800 630 401www.godfreyhirst.com

Adairs & Home Republic 03 8888 4500www.adairs.com.au

Baby Bunting03 9575 4444www.babybunting.com.au

Big Picture People03 9931 0211www.bigpicturepeople.com.au

Dulux Australia 13 25 25www.dulux.com.au

Forme Australia 03 9826 6359www.formeaustralia.com.au

Haymes Paint 1800 033 431www.haymespaint.com.au

Hermon & [email protected]

Linen [email protected]

OZ Design Furniture 1800 682 444www.ozdesignfurniture.com.au

Porter’s Paint 1300 656 664www.porterspaints.com

Resene Paints1800 738 383www.resene.com.au

FREECALL: 1800 630 401 www.godfreyhirst.comFREECALL NZ: 0800 500 210 www.godfreyhirst.co.nz

P.S - There are so many influences on today’s interiors; a greater awareness of environmental issues is just one of them - this has us longing for greens and blues in our ‘Oasis’ theme on page 8. You’ll be pleased to know Godfrey Hirst has an ongoing commitment to green manufacturing.

02 Carpet selector03 Editor’s choice04 Simplicity06 Global08 Oasis10 Indulge12 Expert advice13 Your style14 The big picture15 Nursery style

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The perfect accessories for your new carpet

Personalise your living space with an occasional chair. The Harris chair from Oz Design Furniture, provides wow factor with its beautiful fabric. Use it to create a feature in your living area.

These beautiful new cushions are part of the Carnivale Brights range from Linen House. I love the hand stitched look and the colours are straight from our ‘Oasis’ trend.

Look closely at the Deville lamp from Home Republic and you will see the pattern is created by hundreds of tiny shells that glow when the lamp is on. With the seaside an integral influence in our ‘Simplicity’ trend the Deville lamp fits right in.

Pendant lights are a must have item for any new home or renovation – constructed from unique crystalflex, Forme Furniture’s Fiorella pendant lamp will create a gorgeous focal point over your dining table. Shown here in white.

CARPETS have just released this stunning level loop and cut style carpet that provides subtle texture on the floor with a luxurious soft touch. Featured on our front cover this style comes in a range of soft neutral colours and for the more adventurous, highlight colours such as warm yellow and lilac blue.

NEW CARPETRELEASE

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(Tip) Use soft knitted throws and cushions with freehand patterns to help create the ‘Simplicity’ feel with your existing furniture

Unwind, slow down and create an interior that reflects the ‘Simplicity’ of life at home.Elements of a winter seaside create an atmosphere that is unassuming and relaxing. Uncomplicated hard-edge objects contrast against softer, organic forms.

Found objects such as shells, driftwood and coral form essential decorative items

Light natural timbers work best

Create a comfortable feel while adding texture with organic shaped rattan pieces

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CARPET STYLECarpet is simple, neutral and textured. Main image – CARPETS square geometrics contrast perfectly against textured fabrics and softer organic prints. Insets top to bottom –

CARPETS plush pile in misty grey compliments white walls and light timber finishes. Soft blues and greens pair perfectly with CARPETS pale bone level loop and cut pile finishes.

THE PALETTEColours are de-saturated, milky, chalky and matt. Take inspiration from the winter sea with stormy grey blues and greens. Combine with soft sandy beige, pure greys or whites. Add depth using darker warm greys and taupes.

DÉCOR FINISHESForm follows function and comfort is key. Large furniture items are basic with minimal detail using natural finishes such as raw or waxed timbers. Smaller details are found in fabrics with simple block type prints, hand made looks and texture created with folds or pleats.

Credits: 1 High-back rattan chair – Forme Furniture; Chaise lounge – Hermon & Hermon; Dining table and chairs – Oz Design Furniture; Cushions – Linen House, Home Republic & Hermon & Hermon; Table lamp – Home Republic; Throws – Hermon & Hermon; Placemats & bowl – Adairs. 2 Throw – Hermon & Hermon.3 Driftwood Wall Art – Home Republic; Throw – Hermon & Hermon; Wall – Dulux Aida.

CARPETS soft pale neutrals in high twist textures create a relaxed milieu for painted timber panelling, organic inspired prints and softly textured fabrics.

CARPETS striation textures are reminiscent of weathered beachside wood, setting the scene for a ‘Simplicity’ room.

Haymes White Crystal

Porter’s Butter

Lettuce

Dulux Bevelled

Edge

Dulux Whisper White

Haymes Cologne

Porter’s Sand

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Set the scene for ‘Global’ accents with coloured glass, Moroccan shapes and CARPETS bright strawberry red in sumptuous plush pile finish.

CARPET STYLE‘Global’ carpet uses warm tones with minimal texture or texture with deep colour. Main image – CARPETS dark Moroccan brown in hi-lo textured finish creates a neutral foundation for the otherwise richly coloured décor. Insets top to bottom - Accent CARPETS burnt red twist piles with grape, gold and berry; Dark timber furniture finishes set off CARPETS deep wine plush piles.

THE PALETTERich, warm berry tones dominate this palette. Highlights of rich gold create a glittering contrast against spicy magenta and grape. Turkish delights inspire mauves, pinks and luscious layers of reds.

DÉCOR FINISHESSilk, satin, velvet and suede fabric finishes in window furnishings; upholstery and bed linens are layered together to create a luxurious feel. Dark, rich timber finishes accent the ‘Global’ palette. Shapely glass and ceramic vessels reflect Indian, Moroccan and Turkish influences.

Credits: 1 Bed – Adairs; Lamp – Adairs; Bed Linen – Linen House; Wall – Dulux Velvet Violet.2 Mirror – Oz Design Furniture; Console table – Oz Design Furniture; Lantern – Adairs; Wall – Porter’s Antique Gold.

CARPETS misty mauve plush pile creates a soft ‘Global’ look. Metallic highlights add ‘Global’ glamour.

Moroccan motifs, Turkish chic and the opulence of an Indian palace are reflected in the ‘Global’ look.”

Resene Beatnik

ReseneFandango

Resene Sanctuary

ReseneMayhem

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Exotic influences from around the globe come together in a lavish display of colour and texture to create a sense of feminine luxury.

Dulux Velvet Violet

Haymes Berry Juice

(Tip) To create your own palatial boudoir, layer shimmering fabrics in window finishes, cushions and bedding.

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Glittering gold threads highlight silky fabrics

Artwork with a Moroccan flavour adds another dimension

Deep colour on the floor accentuates the spicy décor

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(Tip) Display rainforest flowers and foliage or a platter of fresh ripe tropical fruits on a hand-woven platter for true islander style.

LET THE OUTDOORS IN FOR TRUE TROPICAL STYLE AND AN ENDLESS SUMMER IN YOUR HOME. Create your own ‘Oasis’ with earthy neutrals and bright rainforest hues of green, blue, coral and red.

Stripes and brightly coloured ‘Oasis’ motifs adorn cushions

Use Godfrey Hirst Carpets natural sisal look to complement the‘Oasis’ style

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Credits: 1 Sofa – Oz Design Furniture; Tub Chair – Oz Design Furniture; Cushions – Linen House; Platter on table – Hermon & Hermon; Red bowl – Oz Design Furniture.2 Wall – Porter’s Chalkboard Paint in Jungle Frog.3 Rattan cube & tassel – Hermon & Hermon; Throw – Home Republic; Wall – Haymes Rapture Gold.

Chalkboard paint in a family area encourages creativity. ‘Oasis’ style is reflected in CARPETS textured loop piles in sand dune tones.

CARPETS azure blue in textured twist pile creates a refreshing pool in a room of tropical gold warmth.

Haymes Mecca Gold

Dulux Pluto

Porter’s Blood

OrangePorter’sAvalon

Porter’s Banana

Leaf

Porter’sRoman Holiday CARPET STYLE

‘Oasis’ favours textured carpets in earthy neutrals and plush or twist pile finishes in tropical brights. Main image – carpets with textures reminiscent of natural sisals have ‘Oasis’ characteristics. Insets top to bottom –

CARPETS sandy brown twist pile finish is the ideal base for ‘Oasis’ brights; Coral and ginger work perfectly with CARPETS sea green plush pile finish.

THE PALETTECool azure blues and jungle greens form the basis of the ‘Oasis’ palette. Golden yellows, oranges and tropical corals inspired by island sunsets and rainforest blooms are used in harmony.

DÉCOR FINISHESNatural timbers in bamboo and darker teak reflect the rainforest influences of ‘Oasis’. Tropical island style inspires furniture and outdoor pieces blend into the interior. Fabric patterns are beach inspired. Bright tropical stripes, large scale tropical floral or leaf designs come through in upholstery and wall art.

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Highlight your‘Oasis’ style with a single chair upholstered in fabric with tropical foliage print


CARPET STYLECarpet styles are lavish and self-indulgent whilst colours are rich or dark. Main image – CARPETS stormy grey deep plush pile combined with highlights of silver, crystal and metallic create an indulgent setting. Insets top to bottom – Rich caramel tones in CARPETS deep frieze twist pile allows your toes to indulge in the luxury of carpet.

CARPETS contemporary square geometrics in deep tones reflect the modern opulence of ‘Indulge.’

“Chrome and mirror finishescreate a futuristic look with a retrospective influence.”

CARPETS modern level loop carpet finishes in shades of black contrast against the shining modern lines of chrome furniture.

Hints of Hollywood are introducedwith an art déco silver mirror while bold black and white is accented with CARPETS luxury golden twist pile.

THE PALETTEUse dark colours accented with silver, gold or other metallics. Incorporate bold black and white in modern clean lines such as stripes. Golden tones, copper and caramel add a touch of glamour and warmth.

DÉCOR FINISHES‘Indulge’ is all about creating a decadent mood. Fabrics are luxurious such as leather, suede and velvet. Keep furniture lines modern but add hints of the past such as your favourite armchair re-upholstered, ornate frames, candelabra and glass wear. Introduce metallic and silver in cushions, vases and chrome details.

Credits: 1 Chaise lounge – Oz Design Furniture; Hoop coffee table – Forme Furniture; Cushions – Linen House, Forme Furniture, Hermon & Hermon; Platter on table – Hermon & Hermon; Silver vases – Oz Design Furniture.2 Wire chair – Forme Furniture; Cushion – Linen House.3 Bed Linen –Linen House; Mirror – Oz Design Furniture; Side table trinkets – Adairs; Side table – Forme Furniture; Wall – Porter’s Wide Stripe wall paper.

Dulux Fudge

DuluxNomad

Haymes Coal Mine

HaymesGilded

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(Tip) To create the ‘Indulge’ theme introduce fabric wall panels as a feature to create a soft luxurious feel.

Indulge‘Indulge’ doesn’t imitate the past but rather reflects on it, taking elements into the future. A decadent style, ‘Indulge’ creates an intimate setting in any home.

Resene Gannet Grey

Resene Eternity

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Godfrey Hirst Carpets dark stormy hues create an intimate space

Chrome and silver details are essential

Add a touch from the past with a crystal chandelier

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“When I was looking for carpet I was overwhelmed with the choices I faced. I went home and researched thoroughly on the internet so that when I went back into the store I had a pretty good idea what I was after.”

“I would advise anyone looking to purchase carpet to bring samples of finishes from their home in with them to the store – such as other floor coverings or window furnishings. This helps to rule out which colours aren’t going to work.”

“Don’t forget to look at warranties and ACCS ratings. Some carpets look and feel great but aren’t designed to last - I learnt that the hard way! I recently replaced my carpet with one manufactured by a reputable brand that had the appropriate ACCS independent rating – I’m really happy with the result.”

“The one thing I make sure all our customers do is take home several large pieces of carpet that they like. I tell them to look at each one in their room under daylight and artificial light. The colours can change dramatically under different light and customers need to like the overall look.”

“So many people choose their floor finishes last. I always recommend beginning with your carpet as a foundation for all your other finishes. Carpet is the fifth wall and such an important part of your room.” Liz, Melbourne interior decorator

HelenSydney mum & retail sales assistant

DaveCarpet salesperson

AlishaBrisbane accountant

TrishCarpet salesperson

Look for theACCS RATINGSee bonus Colour Selectorfor more details

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YOURStyle

Q: How did you decide on the style and colour of your carpet?A: When we realised we knew nothing about carpet we did some research on the internet. That’s when we first became aware of CARPETS. After that we knew we wanted a loop pile in a fairly neutral colour.

Q: When would you look at changing your carpet again?A: We like to keep up with trends so we will probably replace our carpet again in maybe 5 years!

Q: What advice would you give to someone buying carpet?A: Do lots of research first so you have a good idea what you want before you go into the store.

If you would like your carpet makeover to be featured in our next issue of Wall 2 Wall simply email your “before and after” photos, a snapshot of yourself, the name of the

carpet used and your contact details to [email protected] We can’t wait to see your latest decorating project!Kathryn purchased her table, chair and cushions from Forme Furniture. For a similar sofa, try Oz Design Furniture.

Q: Why carpet?A: We renovated a few years ago and although floorboards seemed like the practical choice, we found this room was always noisy and the kids didn’t want to play on the floor. We decided to update the room and thought it would be a good time to put carpet down in this area too.

Q: What style were you trying to create in this room?A: We wanted it to be modern but also relaxed and comfortable. We saw an image in one of the lifestyle magazines with colours we liked and went from there.

Here’s what Kathryn from Victoria had to say about her home decorating project using Godfrey Hirst carpet.

Before

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BIG GET THE

PICTURE

HOME THEATRES ARE FAST BECOMING PART OF EVERY NEW AND RENOVATED HOME. A GREAT PLACE TO RELAX WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS, IT’S THE NEW WAY TO ENTERTAIN WITHOUT THE EXPENSE OF GOING OUT.

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Take inspiration from the latest nursery décor and baby friendly carpet from Godfrey Hirst to start decorating your baby’s room.

Although loads of fun, decorating for your new arrival can be a difficult task – what colours do you choose if you don’t know the sex of your baby?

Try mixing some classic neutrals with a solid colour such as lemon, green or as we’ve shown lilac blue. These colours

are unisex and can be accented with

décor later on to suit a boy or girl.

Leo the lion

Which carpet style? offers a range of carpets suitable for a child’s

bedroom. If bright colours or plush piles aren’t what you are looking for try a neutral coloured level loop and cut pile geometricpattern or a wool loop pile in a warm hue.

Gerry giraffe

Godfrey Hirst Carpets nylon plush pile carpets are soft under foot and easy to maintain

Avoid making your child’s room too babyish, before you know it your baby will be a toddler and then off to school. Keep your nursery simple so you can change the décor to suit your child’s age.

Monkey Mark

(Tip)

Credits: Wall prints – Adairs Kids; Furniture & other accessories – Baby Bunting; Walls – Haymes Baked Clay & Whitewash.

Safari Novelty cushions all available in the Hiccups range from Linen House

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wIth GODFREY HIRST

Every piece of yarn that is tufted to make a Godfrey Hirst carpet is inspired by the latest in fashion, colour and design. Designed to be stylish and practical, they are available in an extensive range of patterns and blends to express your individuality.

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key trends - Godfrey Hirst Carpets · 2014-12-10 · 3 Driftwood Wall Art – Home Republic; Throw – Hermon & Hermon; Wall – Dulux Aida. CARPETS soft pale neutrals in high twist