Black by Design | Blog

11/11/2016
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Deck The Halls: Stylish Christmas Decorations

It’s almost time to embrace the festivities and deck the halls with Christmas decorations, and here at Black By Design we have a superb range of unique and stylish options for you to choose from. Bring Christmas to life with the wonderful Christmas decorations from Italian brand Alessi and their collection of charming characters. Their range of adorable figurines depicting the Nativity and three wise men would be a wonderful festive addition to a child’s bedroom. The Alessi Holy Family collection which is new for 2016 includes a beautiful set... Read More

26/09/2016

Brand Focus: Alessi

Founded in 1921, this Italian brand has excelled in design over the years to become a master of homeware creations. Alessi is universally successful in product development, creating innovative pieces that consumers are enthusiastic and passionate about, the world over. Here at Black By Design, we have an impressive range of Alessi homeware and kitchenware which are just waiting to be discovered. Created at the Crusinallo plant in Omegna, Italy, Alessi products are crafted from metals, glass, wood and porcelain using traditional methods and the high quality, attention to detail... Read More

16/09/2016
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Bedroom Lighting Ideas

Lighting can add to the overall interior design of a room, or act as timeless, interchangeable pieces that go with every room theme. Not only does designer lighting provide a practical purpose, they can successfully add a specific look to any room interior, which means the lighting choices you make are an important part of styling a room. Here at Black By Design we have some wonderfully stylish lighting suitable for the bedroom. Statement lighting is such a popular home interiors trend in 2016. Impeccable Danish brand Vita Copenhagen have... Read More

30/08/2016
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Interiors: 10 Small Changes For A Big Difference

Here at Black By Design we have a whole host of homeware accessories and exciting pieces that you can add to a living room, bathroom or bedroom to transform the look or feel of the room. We’ve put together a simple list of ten small changes and additions that can make a big difference. 1. Cushions and Throws An almost effortless way to transform the look of a room is to update your current soft furnishings. Our collection of designer cushions and throws from premium brands such as Bronte and... Read More

26/08/2016
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Bathroom & Bedroom Accessories: A Guide

Here at Black By Design we stock some excellently designed furniture and homeware accessories from premium international brands. Our designer bedroom and bathroom homeware products are perfect for creating and developing your own home interiors style. Whether you’re decorating your bathroom for the first time, or looking for some simple ways to update it, at Black By Design you’re bound to find something to add to your homeware to-get list. Indulge in some designer bath linen and towels which is an easy way to upgrade a bathroom with minimal effort.... Read More

Black by Design Beautiful Bathrooms 10/08/2016

Beautiful Bathrooms

Cultivate your perfect bathroom aesthetic with help from some of our very favourite brands. With everything from laundry baskets, to mirrors, to towels and all those bathroom essentials, we have anything and everything you could possibly need. First up we have a wonderful laundry bin from Danish designers, Zone. The Hide Laundry Basket is made from felt and has a wonderful woven design, that adds chic contemporary style to any room in the house. Aside from their attractive aesthetic however, these baskets are also incredibly functional and versatile as not only do they make fantastic laundry... Read More

Umbra Trigg Wall Display 05/08/2016

Umbra’s Mixed Material Must-Haves

With the new season comes new trends and this year we simply cannot get enough of the use of mixed materials. One of our very favourite brands to explore this fashion has been Umbra and their fabulous use of contrast; particularly the combinations of concrete and copper as well as black and walnut – both of which are perfect for infusing style and sophistication into your home. First up let’s explore their stunning use of copper and concrete to create multi-textured and multi-toned home accessories. Our first item here is the... Read More

Get Your Garden Summer Ready

Spend some more time outside this summer by embracing your own garden and preparing it to look it’s best. So preen those shrubs, plant those flowers and get yourself ready for a long summer with Black By Design. Outdoor Entertaining Light, balmy evenings are the perfect excuse to gather with friends in the back garden and show off your hosting skills by having a barbecue or garden party. When the night draws in, ignite a fire pit or a couple of garden torches from Blomus and have some throws to... Read More

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A Guide To Scandinavian Interior Design

The latest in fashionable home interiors is the Scandinavian inspired trend, which is perfect for creating light, airy rooms with a sense of luxury and style. Whether you’re looking to completely transform a room, or simply add individual homeware pieces, this is our helpful interior design guide for Nordic design lovers. Clean, Minimalist Style The elements of Scandinavian style encompass minimalist style with unique pieces to make the home look and feel luxurious without the noise of extra homeware accessories and furniture. A typical colour palette evolves around the cool,... Read More