lace interior Cambridge
Louise Swarbrick Design

Lace

Lace is a romantic and glamorous fabric usually associated with clothing design. However the intricate nature of the woven floral pattern has been used to great effect in interior design both in wallpaper and curtain making. Mathew Williamson’s Orangery wallpaper from the Belvoir collection combines the tracery of the lace with a contemporary sensibility. He …

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paisley
Louise Swarbrick Design

Paisley

Paisley is a classic Bohemian print. Used in shawls, its distinctive tear drop shape originated from Persia and was adopted by the Hippie era, the Beatles in shirts, ties and scarves as well as the fashion houses of today such as Etro and Gucci. Starting life in the silk routes and by way of the …

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lighting interior Cambridge
Louise Swarbrick Design

Gold Lighting

The most dramatic and rich colour in the metallic spectrum is gold. It has been valued for its glitter and durability throughout the ages. This is an element which works best as an accessory or a contrasting feature within a decorative plan. When used in lighting design, it gives a textural contrast to the fabric …

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