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A warm and welcoming interior seldom attributes its success to just one thing. Sometimes it takes years to achieve the look, but it always comes down to the intentional curation of many pieces – modern and antique – that naturally work together and look \u2018just right.\u2019 We recently focused on the <\/span>home of Interior designer, Stephen Falcke<\/span><\/a> which is an \u2018object lesson\u2019 in achieving balance, harmony and \u2018just the right\u2019 amount of quirkiness required when pairing <\/span>modern and antique furniture.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

You don\u2019t, however, need an interior design background to put together a scheme that is layered, sustainable and that tells a customised story. Although there are functional design rules that will always <\/span>guide a winning mix-and-match aesthetic <\/span><\/a>– <\/span>scale proportion, focal point, balance, lighting, cohesiveness etc<\/span><\/i> – there is always a personalised bespoke element that plays a role when boldly marrying <\/span>contemporary features and antiques.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Go over to the dark side<\/b><\/h2>\n

Although antiques come in all shades and hues, the classic darker wood tones somehow have got a bad rap in contemporary circles. But these <\/span>darker wood antiques<\/span> are currently seeing a resurgence and coming into their own in modern spaces.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Mix<\/p>\n

The old-world charm of darker patinas gives life to a light, minimalist contemporary room. If \u2018less is more\u2019 is your decor mantra, then a dark <\/span>antique piece of furniture<\/span> is the perfect focal point or hero piece against an otherwise \u2018neutral\u2019 backdrop. <\/span>Teak, imbuia and mahogany pieces are the ideal go-to options in a white scheme.<\/span><\/a> It just takes one of these statement pieces to transform a room. This could be an <\/span>armoire<\/span><\/a>, a <\/span>daybed<\/span><\/a>, a <\/span>console table<\/span><\/a> or a <\/span>chest of drawers<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The richness and warmth of natural materials offer a durable and long-lasting design for contemporary homes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Be confident to play with antiques<\/b><\/h2>\n

Mixing and matching modern and antique furniture<\/span> is all about playing with different wood tones and styles. The contrast of contemporary ghost chairs with an antique dining room table, or a zebra-print rug under an antique coffee table effortlessly up the Afro-chic ante.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cOur homes are our sanctuaries where we have more control over the events and energy that occur within them, so it is important to think about the materials that we use to construct them.’\u201d <\/span><\/i>-Joshua Smith, Interior Designer specializing in spiritual design.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

The success of creating a sense of cohesiveness when mixing different woods or eclectic contemporary pieces with traditional antiques relies on the <\/span>principle of repetition.<\/b> Make sure you balance wood tones around the room and avoid \u2018clustering\u2019 all of the wood tones in just one area of the space.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Adding a fun colourful rug, a large piece of modern art <\/span>(or gallery wall) <\/span><\/i>or bright upholstery fabric to a chair will bring everything <\/span>modern and antique<\/span> together in a celebration of design quirkiness and harmony.<\/span><\/p>\n

Add a bit of antique sparkle<\/b><\/h2>\n

When in doubt as to what to introduce as a <\/span>mix-and-match<\/span> starting point to give a room a \u2018face-lift,\u2019 you can never go wrong with shiny and reflective items. In other words, an <\/span>antique mirror<\/span><\/a>, a <\/span>crystal chandelier<\/span><\/a> or a <\/span>gilded item (or two)<\/span><\/a> are the ultimate in making a statement and creating a sense of individuality and layering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Add<\/p>\n

The versatility, visual interest and potential of strategically-placed <\/span>mirrors<\/span><\/a> are broad; complementing art, lighting and any other ornamental elements. And <\/span>as a decorative element, antique mirrors are a functional and stylish accessory that will never let a room down.<\/span><\/p>\n

Chandeliers or lanterns<\/span><\/a> quickly transform a room’s aesthetic and redefine the gentle & elegant play of light in a space. They have been, and always will be, a timeless decorative element in traditional and modern rooms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

These <\/span>antique additions<\/span> pave the way for contemporary sculptural pieces, edgy art and modern furniture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Mix and match antiques to your heart\u2019s content at The Crown Collection<\/b><\/h2>\n

A modern aesthetic is crying out for layered interest, bespoke personality and a visual story, and inspiration doesn\u2019t come easier than popping into <\/span>The Crown Collection<\/span><\/a>; South Africa\u2019s largest emporium of hand-picked antique, French and genuine vintage items that will add just the right design flair to each and every space in your home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Shop online or visit us in-store at 20 Ballyclare Drive, Bryanston.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

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