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Fabric Styles 002Soft Decoration: A New Direction of Interior Design A space is not only a place where we live, but also a harbour for our souls.. Interior soft decorations include wind

The importance of interior soft decoration lies in the fact that it endows a

space with certain qualities and tastes If we take hard decorations as

skele-tons of our body, then soft decorations are the clothes we wear As the charm

of a person is shown through the clothes he or she wears, a space stands

out with soft decorations revealing its taste Soft decorations “dress” interior

spaces with different effects, modest, luxurious, or noble All styles could be

realised by soft decorations

DESIGN MEDIA PUBLISHING LIMITED

DESIGN MEDIA PUBLISHING LIMITED

Edited by Darren Du Translated by Katy Lee

DESIGN MEDIA PUBLISHING LIMITED

Edited by Darren Du Translated by Katy Lee

FABRIC STYLES

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Soft Decoration: A New Direction of Interior Design

A space is not only a place where we live, but also a harbour for our souls A bit of wisdom is dispensable to interior design in that a good design could vitalise life by integrating itself into it It even goes beyond that to approach our souls and become an integral part of our spiritual pursuit Interior soft decoration is an important way to show wisdom in interior design Fabrics are not only adopted for the elegance of an interior space; more importantly, they are to reveal details in our life, that would enhance the quality of the space, characterise it and create certain taste for it The importance of interior soft decoration lies in the fact that it endows a space with certain quali-ties and tastes If we take hard decorations as skeletons of our body, then soft decorations are the clothes we wear As the charm of a person is shown through the clothes he or she wears, a space stands out with soft decorations revealing its taste Soft decorations “dress” interior spaces with different effects, modest, luxurious, or noble All styles could be realised by soft decorations Furthermore, soft decoration plays a key role in an interior space by making it sense emotional with a particular spirit With soft decorations, a cold space becomes warm No matter for resi-dences, hotels, or other public spaces, interior design should emphasise the creation of particular atmospheres, which would pull inhabitants or customers closer to the spaces We find soft decora-tions quite helpful in achieving this goal Soft decorations make spaces organic and live, instead of cold and dead A live space is to communicate with people in it, not to enclose them only

in-The application of soft decorations can be various, with which, you can make a space light and soft, or colourful and fervent Different people like different atmospheres; thus they require differ-ent ways of applying soft decorations Besides, what is important is that soft decorations are quite flexible You can change them at will

Interior soft decorations include window curtains, curtains, carpets, tablecloths, cushions, as well

as beds and sofas.Textile is the most commonly used soft decoration From a visual or tactile ception, textiles make us feel soft and warm Particularly in the modern context where hard and cold reinforced concrete dominates our spaces, appropriate adoption of textiles could soften the hardness and warm the coldness In interior spaces, the amount of textile used has become an important aspect to measure the quality of interior soft decoration Furniture is also important in interior spaces, which has gone beyond its basic functions; more importantly, it is a kind of decora-tion itself Nowadays people are becoming increasingly aware of the decorative effect of furniture Especially sofas and beds, as the main components in interior spaces, have become an integral part of soft decoration

per-This book covers two categories: Textile and Furniture Fabrics The latest decoration design cepts are included here with abundant exquisite pictures The book introduces to its readers the designs of soft decorations and their influence in interior design

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As concepts like “decoration” and “cloth art” appear, interior textile decoration is becoming a materialised culture “Textile conquers space” has become a convincing principle in interior soft decoration Textile has some distinctive charm On the one hand, it shows the softness of a space; on the other hand, it expresses our emotions Textile in an interior space has become the emotional link between people and the spaces in modern architecture Textile helps create certain atmospheres for spaces Textile in different forms, colours, and produced with different crafts would bring to a space different visual experiences and atmospheres

Textile exists in interior spaces in various forms, including window curtains, curtains, carpets, tablecloths, etc Pieces

of textile could be hung or spread, adopted for a large area or just for a corner of a table Whatever way, if used properly, a piece of textile could positively influence our visual and psychological perception Furthermore, textile

in the interior would even be our way of life, or something special for sentiment The creation of space atmosphere, and the psychological impact it brings depend on the choices of the textile in terms of colour, craft, pattern, etc Colour is the most direct way to influence our perception According to one’s habits, we could choose different colour palettes, with different colours consistent with each other or in sharp contrast Different styles suit different ways of thinking and living In interior soft decoration design, the use of textile could create a unified, harmonious visual experience For example, if you tend to highlight the sense of luxury in a space, you could have exquisitely-designed patterns on the textile Pattern is also a key element in interior textile decoration Various patterns combined with different ways of decoration would create the space atmosphere we desire

Textile

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Window curtains are most frequently used for interior decoration In interior spaces, window curtains not only function

as sun-shading, dustproof, sound-proof tools, etc., they also serve as a kind of decoration To some extent, window curtains decide the “expression” of a room, and reflect the owner's life style and taste

The decorative function of window curtains is realised through the choice of colours, patterns, texture, and decorative styles Colour is the most direct way to create certain effects Different colours have different connotations with them, and thus would have different impacts on people Pattern is an effective way of connecting window curtains to our minds Simple or exquisite, different patterns suit different needs of mind The choice of texture of window curtains could also influence our perception Gauze curtains would feel soft, while heavy cloth curtains would feel warm and dignified

Window Curtains

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Minimalist window curtains could add a modern sense to a space Here, without any traditional decoration element, the colour and the fabric of the window curtain are highlighted The space is filled with an apparent sense of simplicity and purity

In this interior design, the colour palette is harmonious and coherent, with the colour of the window curtain in accordance with that of the furniture and the fabric The ambience of the space is hence created

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The colour palette of a window curtain plays an important role in the creation of the ambience of a space Usually in interior decoration design, the colour of the window curtain should go with the colour palette of the space, in order not to cause any “jump” in the tone Consistent in the colour palette, the window curtain would naturally become an integral part in the interior design

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In interiors of European classical style, colour palette is often highlighted in order to create the sense of luxury in a space Pattern and other additional ways of decoration are also important Here, rich and bright colours are adopted to bring a strong visual effect and delicate patterns and tassels are also extensively used

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In practice, when designing a window curtain, the size and the type of the window (whether it is a French window) should be taken into consideration Large floor-to-ceiling windows would match heavy and giant curtains When window curtains are withdrawn, spaces would become bright and open; when they are closed, the interior spaces would be isolated from the outside, offering a sense of privacy

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In order to achieve an elegant ambience in the space, the window curtains in this project are particularly designed with hollowed-out patterns, making the curtains more delicate and offering the space more permeability A flimsy sheer curtain is adopted here, bringing out a sense of obscurity and elegance

Here, baby blue, as the primary tone, brings a cool feeling in a hot summer

Here is the design for the window curtain in a children’s room To match the nature and age of children, the colour palette of the soft decoration is not very intense The same textured cloth is adopted for the window curtain and the bedspread They echo each other and jointly create the clean and simple style of the space

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Pattern is an important element in curtain design With patterns, window curtains would be more decorative

In this project, to match the elegance of the space, the window curtain

is designed to be off-white, and the circle patterns are adopted With such soft decorations, the entire space feels pure and elegant, and

an ambience is thus created

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The creation of an atmosphere is the aim of the design of decorative curtains In this project, for the design of the window curtain, a sheer curtain is adopted as the main part of soft decoration, adding certain mystery to the space, unconsciously endowing the room with infinite diversity and style

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For the decoration design in this project, the colour palette of the window curtain is orange, with black and brown framing blocks going well with it In addition, the window curtain is not traditionally withdrawn from the middle but from one side When it is slightly pulled open, warm sunshine would cast soft light into the room, producing a leisurely air, just suitable for those who have been busy all day long It would

be pleasant to sit in such a room to enjoy the warm afternoon sunshine

For some window curtain designs, maybe the feature of the curtain is not distinct, or even the colour palette is quite simple, as shown in the picture In such an interior space, the window curtain is just like a listener, keeping a low profile Maybe you have never noticed its presence, but it is always there, silently helping you relax both your body and mind

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Curtains are a kind of very practical textile in interior decoration They divide big spaces into pleasant small ones; they demarcate as well as highlight certain sub-spaces Apart from dividing spaces, curtains could enhance the privacy of

a space Therefore, in a space enclosed by curtains, people would feel closer and safer Consequently, it would be easier to establish certain atmosphere and sentiment for the space

As soft decoration is attracting more and more attention, the decorative function of curtains is increasingly highlighted

On the one hand, curtains with their own textures, patterns and colours, as carefully designed, could be visually pleasant themselves; in this sense, they are pieces of decoration naturally hanging there On the other hand, curtains are decorative for their function of “covering”, for the elegance of a space Curtains could be used to cover some unsatisfactory corners or to conceal something not very pleasing for the eye That’s a more important aspect for the decorative function of curtains

Usually there are two kinds of curtains in the interior One is the curtain hung around a bed, which is separated from the rest of the space when the curtain is closed; inside there would be a closed, private space When the curtain is pulled, it becomes a kind of decoration for the bed, revealing a sense of intimacy and romance The other is used as soft partition to demarcate certain spaces A comparatively big space could be divided into two or more parts In this way, we could make use of space more effectively without breaking the elegance of it

Curtains

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To create a soft and comfortable space with curtains, a bedroom would be the best setting With curtains placed at bedside, you would feel not only visually warm, but more importantly, a sense of safety It would be more appealing when there are your favourite patterns on the curtains

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When the curtain is restricted around the headboard, it is more purely decorative, rather than of a practical sheltering function As shown in the picture, the curtain is designed to be warm and elegant, being an integral part of the interior soft decoration of the room

The decorative function of curtains in interior spaces is self-evident, while its practical function should not yet be neglected Shown in the picture is an open space, in which the curtain is designed to separate the bed from other furnishings

in the room It is not a traditional bedroom; when the curtain is closed, an independent, private sleeping area is created

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Curtains are not necessarily restricted at bedside; rather, they could appear

in any place as you like

As shown in the picture, the curtain is used between the bed area and

another functional area It acts, to some extent, as a door, but apparently

with a more decorative effect

The curtain here looks like a window curtain, but actually, hiding behind is not a window but a Chinese-style carved wooden partition The illusion to

be conceived as a window curtain is just to surprise you

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In this project, the role of the bed is highlighted with the curtains around Meanwhile, the curtains are helpful in creating a sense of luxury in the space, endowing it with the European classical style of decoration, offering noble and elegant visual experiences

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With the curtains around the bed, it becomes an integral but independent part of the room When the curtains are withdrawn, the bed acts as a furnishing element for the room; when they are closed, it becomes an independent private space

In terms of interior decoration style, what if the classical encounters the modern? What kind of visual effects would they produce? You would find the answers in this project with curtains

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Nowadays as we begin to pursue a simple life, modern style interior designs are more and more preferred In interior decoration, we would expect the comfort achieved with simple forms The curtain in the space,

as shown in the picture, well exemplifies this idea Such a simple form of decoration successfully offers the space the theme of romance

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Curtains could be adopted purely as internal partitions Compared with other types of partitions, curtains are more effective in creating a soft and comfortable space Particularly, as shown here, the spaces with translucent sheer curtains appear lovely, charming and enchanting

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Carpets in interior spaces could offer a bit of warmth, especially when you are tired, and could give the simple floor under your feet a surprise As people become more and more interested in the personalisation of life styles, carpets,

as an integral part of fashion furnishings, are becoming a key element in interior textile decoration

Carpets in the interior are both functional and decorative The functionality of carpets refers to the comfort it brings to

a room Compared with cold tiles, soft and textured carpets could offer a warm experience With the improvement of our living conditions, such basic function of carpets is gradually fading, while the decorative function is more and more highlighted In interior decoration design, a piece of carpet would be decorative in two aspects: pattern and colour Pattern is the language of carpets in the interior in that it is through patterns that the carpet communicates with and integrates into the interior, for the creation of a certain atmosphere in the space On the carpet, there could be complicated contents of drawing, or, there could be simple figures only In either way, a certain atmosphere in the space would be created Likewise, the choice of colour could enhance the decorative function of carpets Simple, elegant, or fervent, different colours would bring us different visual and psychological experiences This is especially true with a coloured floor; it would make the space feel more decorated

Besides, different textures would achieve different effects Velvet, silk, linen, cotton, wool, etc., different textures not only differ in visual effects, but also help create different atmospheres

Carpets

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Carpets would not only impress people as being warm and soft, but also, with decoration elements such as colour and pattern, create visual and psychological effects Therefore, carpets are indispensible in interior soft decoration

In this project, the carpet spreads on such a large area and thus plays the leading role in the soft decoration In terms of colour, the carpet goes well with the colour palette of the space Brown is used to produce a soothing and calm atmosphere

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Public spaces are comparatively more open and spacious Carpets in large areas would help create the magnificence and nobleness of the space A wide carpet would be more decorative and impressive when there are giant patterns and rich colours on it

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Colour is an eternal theme in interior design In this project, blue and orange are combined for the colour palette of the carpet, to match the stripes on the sofa The cool style would visually leave an impression of transparency, subtly affecting your mood

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In this project, the pattern design of the carpet corresponds with that of the ceiling, making the ceiling and the floor in concert with each other In this way, one feels the space as a whole with an intense visual impact

This is the design of a carpet in a bedroom Light tones are adopted, without producing too strong a visual impact The space feels warm and fragrant, just fit for bedrooms

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Here is a public corridor where the carpet is adopted as an element

of soft decoration A dark and delicate pattern is used to create the solemnness of the space One would naturally feel serious when stepping into such a space

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In this project, the carpet is not designed with traditional patterns; rather, colourful stripes are adopted innovatively, enhancing the clarity and coolness of the space Such a design is sure to bring pleasant visual and psychological experiences to visitors

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In this space, brown is the colour palette of the carpet with delicate patterns Such a combination successfully creates a sense of luxury in the space The classical European lifestyle is further enhanced with other luxurious furnishings in the room

In this interior design, bright red is adopted for the carpet With the orange sofas and the red wall picture, the space is filled of a fervent atmosphere One would easily be captured by the vigour and vitality prevailing in the space

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