Monthly Update - Christmas Fun!

Now that it's December, it's about time to start the Christmas celebrations and decorations to be more exact! Hence our monthly update consists of us touching upon table settings and providing you with a step-by-step guide on how to make your own Christmas crackers, along with a fun new dinner party game...

Quirky Ideas for Your Home

If you have some serious cash to burn why not utilise it for a few quirky features in your home to really make it special. Below are 18 different amazing ideas with something to suit everyone.

From a door that changes into a game of ping-pong to a table with swing chairs, we guarantee there will be something here that you'll want to get for your home.

Who could imagine it! A door handle that turns off your gas and electricity when you go out...

Showers so wonderful you'd never want to get out!

When we get up in the morning, most of us take our shower for granted. It's just a functional appliance which...

For those with Green Fingers: Quirky Gardening Tricks and Tips

With summer comming to an end, it doesn't mean you can't still get creative in your garden... Want a garden rich with colour and a quirky flair? Have a look at these 10 tips to help you create your dream garden, just what we need to brighten up our day and get us ready for the weekend!

Everyone loves mason jars at the moment so why not use them for funky outdoor lights.
Fill your garden with...

Monthly Style Update - Bohemian Chic

Bohemian Chic is very much the latest trend of the moment. The style is a throwback of the hippy days mixed with the Boho trend. 

What's so great about this style is anything goes. The love of green plants to furniture distressed and unfinished, all create the vibe of effortlessly chic but casual. Throw in as many textures as you like. Put linen next to metal, next to wood, next to plants, next to glass, next to crochet, next to distressed brick just about anything you care to like. 

A use of low level pouffes, low seating, even mattresses and cushions on the floor all create this casual carefree living. A vibe you can be sure of that your friends will want to stay longer...

Turning trash into something wonderful - Up-cycling to the Max

Do you have unwanted items lying around the house that have out-lived their purpose? You may want to think twice before throwing them out once you've seen these amazing ideas we have in store. With just a little time and effort you can transform bric-and-brac into something truly wonderful with a whole new purpose. Just check out these amazing projects for some inspiration and let us know which one is your favourite!

A rustic pallet chandelier brings a touch of

Moss Bath Mat

The other day my colleague and I were discussing about how wet bath mats get due to people stepping out of the shower/bath with wet feet.

From this we did a little research on how we could make this useful in everyday life whilst also saving us from having to dry our mats out all the time. Here's the conclusion that we came to... Why not make your own DIY Moss Bath Mat!

In the spirit of natural living and even being eco-chic, this...

Monthly Style Update - Art Deco

The decorative art style of the 1920's and 1930's, characterised by precise and boldly delineated geometric shapes and strong colours and used in household objects and in architecture.

Art Deco was a globally popular style and affected many areas of design. It was used widely in consumer products such as furniture, cookware, china, textiles, jewellery, clocks and electronic items such as radios, telephones and jukeboxes. It also influenced architecture, interior design, industrial design, fashion, graphic design and vehicles.

Art Deco declined in popularity after World War II. It was referred to as gaudy and inappropriately luxurious. A re-surge of interest began again in the 1960's.

This particular style of design still continues to inspire designers and is often used in contemporary fashion, jewellery and toiletries and now once again has returned to our high streets.

Monthly style update - Mid-Century Modern!

Mid-century modern is a nostalgic retro style of design often with elements of minimalism. This style is a throwback to the 1940's – 1970's but is most commonly related to 1950 to 1960 design, in among the world of 'Pop Art'.

The main concept of this style is functionality and fuss-free décor. This involves the use of pared down forms and natural and organic shapes; this can evidently be seen in the iconic mid-century modern 'Egg Chair'. The whole idea is to achieve easy-to-use contemporary and to create a seamless transition from interior to exterior. It provides an uncomplicated, fresh interior whilst utilising contemporary patterns to create a medley of functional comfort and chic style. Bold geometrics, statement lighting, striking forms, strong sensuous curves, simple lines and bright colours in whimsical motifs for a strong graphic punch, are also very popular elements to Mid-Century Modern interiors. The thing that really sets off this style to others is the harmonious partnership of an earthy natural pallet paired with splashes of rich saturated colours. So say 'Goodbye' to all those pastel colours and 'Hello' to a whole new brighter you!

How to fit all the necessities into one very tiny apartment...

Could you ever imagine living in a small apartment and wonder how you'd fit all your daily needs into one room. Well here we take a look at...

A Coffee Pot Terranium

Have a look at this wonderful idea for reusing an old coffee jar and creating a garden fit for a fairy kingdom. This crafty idea...

Monthly style update - What is Contemporary Design

Contemporary means existing, occurring, or living at the same time. This is the same for the use of the term in interior design. Contemporary design refers to what is popular or used right now. Modern refers to a period of time, this style was created in the 1920's - 1950's. It doesn't change, it is a defined style. Contemporary however will remain forever changing. It is of the moment and constantly changing.

You may like a contemporary style of decorating if you like to keep current with styles and enjoy things that are modern, of today, right now. There are variations on contemporary, this is where you will see products and styles of fabrics that have been modified and brought in to the current style like certain themes such as Contemporary Retro with certain twists.

The difference between Contemporary and Minimalism can cause some confusion and this is because quite often they are both in awe of defined space and streamline objects with no fuss. Minimalism is stripped back to the bare elements, colours, shapes and textures. Its purpose is to make the content stand out and be the focal point. Minimalism is all about bringing the mind down to the basics to create a calming space so therefore the style is normally quite bare.

A Starry Night Bathroom Floor

Are you the handy type and know how to tile and grout a floor, the this may be the perfect DIY project for you.

Create your own magical starry night within the comfort of your bathroom. Create a look that is sophisticated, snazzy and just overall awesome and this is what you need...

Jazz up your home on a budget!

These little tips for around the house may be the perfect solution for you!

Subterranean Bike Paths In London's Future

Could London be looking at a whole new way of pedestrian travel?

Gensler's design of 'The London Underline'  is a unique conceptual idea to tackle the strain of London street traffic by creating...

Don't Like Eyesores? Then Hide Them...

No one like having to look at eyesore around the house but we all have them.
Here are a few creative and easy way to hide and also make the use of them...

Don't like the look of your old fridge, then decorate it with wallpaper, vinyl etc...

Monthly style update - Minimalist Living

This type of home is to be free of clutter. The window treatments are simple, plain or bare. The walls are normally plain colours mostly white although you can use other solid colours. A minimalist normally likes quality over quantity. Clear floors and clear surfaces are a must. To add a splash of colour to a minimalist home is normally added with a vase, fruit bowl or interesting plant.

There is a difference between a minimalist home and a contemporary home as I know this seems to confuse many people which I will enlighten on next month.

The Kitchen Island Aquarium

Have you ever heard of a kitchen island aquarium before? Well you're in for a treat...

Fun and futuristic ideas for the brave and alternative!

Designers are always coming up with new and inventive ways to modernize and futurize our home decor. So make use of it and stand out from the rest to become the envy of all your friends and neighbors with a see-through bathtub or a home theater in your garden! Check out these inventive ideas for a little fun and inspiration for your home...

Chill out with this cool coffee table with its own fire.

How to make bath time magical...

Looking for an unusual bathtub to make a statement in your bathroom? 

Bath time is treasured by many, as a place where we can wind down and forget the tensions of the day. a good bath tub is a much for bath lovers. Which is why you should check out this post. There's 17 amazingly heavenly tubs to check out.

Go on, make yourself envious of the people who own these special tubs. Maybe you could even get one yourself!

Which one is your favourite?...

What a tiny house!

Check out this tiny house that has managed to be super functional with savvy storage ideas. At first glance, this home looks like it could be a very posh children's playhouse. This house is only 280 square feet and has every comfort you could ever need in a home.

I bet you're wondering just how the proper amenities needed in a home could possibly fit inside this tiny and functional house...

From the outside it looks too cute for words.

Sneak Peek!

Hi there!

Sorry for not posting in a while but we have fortunately been extremely busy working hard in the QuirkyCool office with new projects, updating the website and shop to make it super for you guys, as well as trying to promote the business more than ever!

Thank you for supporting us and keep sharing :D

Also keep you eyes peeled for our upcoming projects!

Here is a sneak peak of our latest project... Just look at that wonderfully enchanting view!

Industrial Design

Industrial design is a very specific style of design. The materials mostly used in this design are concrete, metal and wood however this style of design has now escalated into the use of Industrial Contemporary and Industrial Rustic.

Which style are you?

Each month QuirkyCool will cover a different style of Interiors.

QuirkyCool is now being viewed by larger companies so we are doing something right and are using some of our ideas and we take this as a compliment but nothing would be possible without all of your support!

Thank you!

Introduction and thank you from QuirkyCool!

Newly Designed Logo

Hi there!

Welcome to QuirkyCool's Blog, we're a new company with a lot of promise. We've been fortunate to hit the floor running with quite a few jobs already, which is always the dream for any new business. I thank everyone for their support!...

We are hoping to take social media with a storm and have set up an instagram, facebook page, twitter, our on website and now a blog! Also visit our shop for wondrously unique products! 

Please join us in our journey to conquer the world!

Our first project working on an apartment

We specialise in making dreams come true within a space at an affordable budget. As someone who is highly influenced by their love of interiors (which goes on way before my days of studying) and understanding the concept of realistic dreams, this is where I can help. From taking something quite plain and transforming it into something quite fabulous. There is no better satisfaction.

Helping people on low budgets is my speciality; as I know only too well when starting out that I wanted my home to be special but not having a bank balance to do so. I therefore learnt how to think outside the box as well as source alternative products of expense that still produces a Wow! factor. For more details visit our website!

Before and After of a Bathroom Design

We can design any project for you. The beauty of this is you are able to see how your room/home will look without having to pay for the products or the tradesman to carry out the work first.

We can add extras if you wish to see how a piece of furniture may look or we can add wallpaper you may of seen along the way. Just about anything; nothing is out of the question.

A bit of Quirky fun in a Bedroom

Thank you for all your support, we can't do it without you so keep checking out and sharing our pages!

The QuirkyCool Team

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