March 19, 2011 by admin.

How can you up date your space without a huge  hit to your pocket book? Easy, color…

Use deep saturated pinks and sunny accents, orange and yellow. Gray is the new must have neutral, it blends well into almost any setting and is a fresh way to update your space.

Of coarse, Natuzzi Italy is up on latest trends as European runways are the first to show the latest trends in color. These trends ripple out to all things ”fashionable” including furniture and home design.

We have just received Natuzzi Italy’s latest swatches in Leathers, both natural and protected. In all kinds of finished from swayed to patent and deep red to taupe. And… for those of you who didn’t know Natuzzi Italy has micro fiber and  fabrics in the latest colors and patterns.

If you want to see the latest in leather trends or get more details about the micofiber and frabric selection come into one our Furnitalia locations, Sacramento at Town & Country Place or The Fountains at Roseville.  

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December 6, 2010 by admin.

Hello all you crazy furnitalia followers! Did you know we have in house designer?! Yes, it’s true… Furnitalia is staffed with designers, we are not just sales people. So with this in mind I’m giving design tips, a different tip every day, which stem from frequently asked questions.

How to give presence to a room or object

Say you have a beautiful piece, or an area in your home that you want to get noticed.  Some simple things you can do are:

Lighting. Lighting is a simple solution to add interest to a room, or you can use directional lighting to highlight an object. Adding a table lamp or hanging fixture will draw the eye into the space.

Area rug. Using an area rug is a great way to add depth and layers of interest to a space. It can pull a room together or separate one group of furniture from another, creating a space within a space.

Add touches of color. This is a good way to update a space on a very low budget. Throw pillows and accessories placement will lead the eye through the space and add touches of warmth, sparkle or drama.

Thats all for now, please feel free to add to the list, or ask questions.

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April 15, 2010 by admin.

Space evolves, just as we do. Even more so, when the space in questions is our home. Our homes change and adapt continually to meet new tastes, perspectives, moods, and lifestyles. Your home is a reflection of you.

Today, more than ever before, our homes have become “our places”, the place you happily return to recover your true spirit. Values like beauty, long-lasting quality that refuses to fade with time, harmony of objects that surround us, become ever more important.

We have named all this “personal living”, an evolved idea of a space where every detail reflects our way of being and living. This is what inspires our creation: sofas, armchairs and furnishing items to be personalized and matched to your taste, but always in perfect harmony.

We have designed our style to make it yours.

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February 21, 2009 by admin.

Mixed up by modern? Confused by what’s considered contemporary? With more emphasis on home design today, it can be difficult to distinguish between the array of design styles.Contemporary (or “modern” as some may call it) is characterized by clean lines and smooth surfaces without intricate details. But that doesn’t mean your home will look stark, cold and sterile. Long gone are the days of boxy furniture and eccentric decorating. Today’s updated contemporary look is a blend of comfortable, livable elements that create a sophisticated, fresh feel.

To create this look in your home, start by incorporating these five key elements: color, metal accents, texture, wood tone and lighting.

Color
Contemporary design is offset by neutral color palettes. When painting the walls, choose shades of brown, taupe, cream or pure white. However, neutral does not mean boring, so be sure to infuse the room with small splashes of a more vibrant, bold color. This may include painting one wall with an accent color, adding a bold red sofa, or adding vivid accessories, such as decorative pillows, towels, rugs or art. Just be sure not to over-accessorize — the key to contemporary design is simplicity.

Metal Accents
Stainless steel, nickel and chrome metals are prevalent in contemporary design, providing a decorative framework of sleek finishes. Furniture, end tables, lamps and even bathroom fixtures featuring beautiful metal accents provide this look in all rooms of the home. In the bath, Moen’s new Icon suite features clean, geometric lines, a high-arc spout and Chrome and Brushed Nickel finishes. Plus, with accessories, such as a robe hook, decorative tank lever, towel bars, and glass shelf, it’s easy for homeowners to coordinate the urban, stylish look throughout the entire room.

Texture
To offset the clean, smooth lines of the metal accents, use fabrics such as silk, crushed velvet, linen or wool in your room to add texture and create a more natural, inviting feeling. In the bathroom, this may include fluffy rugs, towels or fabric shower curtains. In family rooms, this could include over-stuffed pillows, window treatments or the furniture upholstery. Texture can also be added to walls. New wallpapers made of linen can be an interesting way to add depth to the vertical surfaces of the room. But, one word of caution — stay away from elaborate patterns or intricate details when choosing fabrics, as this will confuse the clean, contemporary look you are trying to achieve.

Wood
When it comes to wood surfaces, contemporary designs bring out the extremes, featuring very light or very dark tones. When incorporating woods into your design, look beyond the coffee table and utilize wood surfaces in accessories such as picture frames, large dramatic flower pots or shelves. Feel free to mix the design styles of the wood accessories, but be consistent with the wood tone and carry it throughout the room for a professional appearance.

Lighting
Lighting is extremely important in contemporary design, often seen as the key in illuminating the room’s design. When choosing lighting for your home, there are many new choices available that provide interesting, clean lines. Track lighting or floor lamps are popular in contemporary design and often utilize metals or bold colors to reinforce the other metal accessories or splashes of color incorporated into the room.

By looking at these five different elements and incorporating them into your home décor, you’ll be on the path to creating a sophisticated, yet contemporary-styled home. Just make sure that you choose items that you love and elements that inspire you and you’ll be on the right path to a beautiful and inviting room.

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