Kiki Phukan Design

Most decorators will tell you that extending your living space to include your back yard can upscale your home and add value to your property. What better way to hang out and spend lazy summer days than on your own beautiful backyard patio or by the pool? There are many different functions you can set up your backyard to provide - for barbecuing and eating, sitting and lounging as well as recreation and activities. I love summer days, so, my backyard is set up to enjoy the sun and warm weather to the max. I love sun-drenched pergolas, stone patios and decks. But my personal favorites are wraparound  verandas   Since I grew up in a tropical climate in a country steeped in colonial influence,  verandas  hold a special spot in my heart. Let’s take a look at some inspiring backyard hang-outs. Porches and Verandas Patios & Decks Poolside Decorating is my favorite part of all design proje...

Gold was historically regarded as the most valuable metal all around the world. We used gold coins to do business for centuries, created beautiful gold jewelry to show off our status, and kings and queens built entire monuments with gold in an effort to outshine each other. The use of gold in interior decorating has an equally long history. Every era has seen different ways we use gold in our lives. Today we still love this shiny metal more than anything and want to have it in our lives in as many ways as possible. What better way to feel the glamour of gold than surrounding yourself with gold-inspired furnishings?    Just like all other elements in interior decorating, how we use gold-themed elements to decorate our space can either give off either a trendy and stylish vibe or make it look dated. In this post I will focus on my favorite ways of using gold in decorating today. In traditional, contemporary or eclectic decor gold can be used effectively. My...

They reflect light, open up narrow hallways, expand space and help us get ready for work everyday. Mirrors are as much of a necessity as they are objects of decor used to add glamour and glitz to a home. Many styles and sizes can be found everywhere from the simple rectangle in our bathrooms to glamorous ornate masterpieces adorning palaces of the world. To add a sense of beautiful mystery and intrigue, you can use mirrors strategically throughout your home.  Lets take a look at a few creative and exciting ways of using mirrors for decorating. I love large mirrors, collections of mirrors, mirrors framed with mirrors, sunburst mirrors or just a simple round or square variation. The best part is, because mirrors are color-neutral, most styles can be used very successfully for staging homes. Mirrors of different sizes or styles can be grouped to create striking focal points The popular sunburst mirror also adds a sculptural element to a space  Mini...

Wood salvaged from shipyards, farms and old buildings have a history and mystery that we all want part of. What if we could walk or eat on that history? The idea really intrigued me about four years ago when I saw reclaimed wood furniture and flooring displayed in a trade show I was visiting. The trend seems to have finally caught on and here are some beautiful and creative examples. Reclaimed Wood Flooring Photo: Pinterest Reclaimed Wood Furniture Photo:  Pinterest Photo :  Pinterest I loved this DIY project when I came across it on one of my marathon quests to find easy-to-do projects. I love this table so much, I even like the nails! Suddenly IKEA seems full of endless possibilities. To see many more products and ideas visit me on Pinterest . Have fun salvaging!

Aesthetically speaking, a fireplace is a focal point and as such, must be adorned and showcased to be the center of attention. The first step to showcasing a fireplace is to create a showstopping mantle and surround. Here are a few fireplaces (above and below) that I love for their uncluttered and well-defined look.  When it come to the decorating part, I like to keep things uncluttered and dramatic (not shocking just striking!). Start with a great piece of art or a group of prints, or my favorite, a gorgeous mirror. Depending on the space available on the mantle, some of my favorite types of decor accessories are listed below.  Fresh or Artificial Greenery Candles & Candle Holders Vases