Kiki Phukan Design

From art and mirrors to elaborate arrangements of personal photos and collectibles, we find everything on the walls of a typical home. Nobody likes to stare at bare walls and very soon they become a place to show off our families, academic achievements, travels and important occasions. Often, they become cluttered and overcrowded, compromising the harmony and balance of a room.  So, how can you use your walls to display your prized possessions and keep them clutter-free? To achieve this you have to think balance. Blank space on walls is as important to achieve the right balance as art, mirrors, collections and other possessions. Strike a good balance and you will have an interesting room without compromising the flow and openness. Here are a few styles of arranging art, photos or other items you may want to display. A simple way to hang multiple framed pictures is to split the arrangement down the middle along a straight horizontal or vertical line.     I love these great i

I love choices that are bold and statements that turn heads. But when it comes to decorating your own home you may want to think twice before going too risque with your choices. Before choosing to make a bold and dramatic statement ask yourself this. Is it a passing fancy or is it a choice you will be happy with in the long run? If you are ready to take the plunge, I recommend chartreuse!  Colors have the power to capture our imagination and  this is  one such color. A perfect blend of sunny yellow and organic green, chartreuse makes a strong statement and makes a space naturally dramatic.    I have collected a lot of inspiring images that captures the beauty of chartreuse and utilizes it perfectly in a home setting.    Some of my favorite chartreuse home decor accessories:                                         Adding chartreuse to your decor can bring bright sunshiny happiness to your home.  If I had to choose a bold and

The purpose of an area rug is to create a distinct area within a room around which furniture is arranged to define a purpose such as a seating arrangement, a play area or sleeping quarters. Additionally, they offer comfort under our feet, warm or toes and add luxury to our living space. While it has a distinct function to fulfill, the role of an area rug in the overall decor scheme of a room is very important. Rugs can act as focal points and artistic expressions or just form a simple backdrop to support other dramatic elements in a room.  Rugs can be synthetic or natural. From an eco-friendly and sustainability point of view I am a big fan of area rugs made of natural plant fibers like sisal, jute, grass, cotton etc. The look is sophisticated and understated. I love my floors neutral so I have less restriction adding patterns and colors through art and other decor elements. The general rules of using area rugs in various areas of a home are demonstrated through a few illustrations b