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Smoked glass and see-through accessories and lighting inject that trending 70s vibe.
“People are really loving the airy, ethereal effect that yards of sheer fabric can create,” says Calgary interior designer Reena Sotropa. “Wall-to-wall sheers will finish off a space beautifully without making it feel too stuffy. This, in combination with the soft, diffused light that results, makes sheer drapery a winner.”
Design firms McIntyre Bills, Elena Del Bucchia Design and Amanda Hamilton Design demonstrate how sheer drapes diffuse light and add a touch of effortless luxury.
“Glass pieces—which will continue to be very popular through 2018—are presented in rich, warm, layered forms.”—Rachel Martinuk, Ste. Marie Art and Design, Vancouver
Smoke on the WaterThis Bilbao coffee table (from $769) is black-grey glass on concrete for effortless cool. boconcept-vancouver.ca
Double BubbleIt’s a marriage of flirty pink tints and sci-fi with Tom Dixon’s Bump series (from $95). informinteriors.com
Nothing to HideWe love the subtle texture of these mouth-blown glass bowls ($385) by German-based Guaxs. providehome.com
The editorial team at Western Living loves nothing more than a perfectly designed space, place or thing: and we’re here to tell you about it. Email us your pitches at [email protected].
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