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In need of some inspiration? Want to decorate your home but need some design tips and ideas to create your ideal layout? Not sure if your chosen colour scheme will calm your nerves or add to them? Need to declutter and get organised but just don't know where to start then the articles we have put together below may have the answer or storage solution you've been searching for.
Contemporary Bathroom Furniture – Creating a Stylish Bathroom!
These days the bathroom is no longer considered to be merely a utility. Instead it is seen as a space that invigorates you in the morning and helps set the mood for the day ahead. It’s also a place of retreat, where after a long hard day at work you can wash away tension and stress. More...
Clutter Busting Solutions - Storage Ideas For Every Room in Your Home
We all know and understand the dilemmas of space, there are few homes that have enough space to cope with all the clutter that we will inevitable accumulate during our everyday lives! Add kids and pets into the equation and it can all get quite busy! It can feel like a constant struggle to find the right place to store everything. This guide will help you to sort out the main rooms in your home. More...
Puji Guide to Buying Bed Linen
Having the right bedding can help you achieve a wonderful refreshing nights sleep. The weight of your duvet, the support your pillow gives you and the fabric of your duvet cover all make a difference.We have put together a guide to buying bed linen, to help you pick the perfect sheets, duvets, throws and cushions to create the look and feel that's right for you. More...
Your dining room is an important part of your home, and although it is rarely used for every day meals now, it still remains a special place for intimate dinners and social gatherings. The dining room is a sociable room, used for eating, chatting and being with friends and family, and it is one of the few areas of the home where you can really go to town with your wildest decorating ideas. More...
Refresh, revamp and renew is the way forward this spring for most homeowners. There's no way of avoiding the fact that the credit crunch has put a brake on house prices and moving home just simply isn't on the agenda for most of us. The best thing to do is use the "stay-put fever" that now seems rife amongst us Brits and improve your existing home. More...
One of the hottest trends in decorating can be found right under your feet. Your floor!! These days' attitudes have changed towards flooring. No longer is it necessary to stick to the old fashioned norm of wall-to-wall carpet. There are so many options available now to suit your lifestyle, budget and taste. More...
Reclaimed Teak Furniture: The benefit of reclaimed teak wood
Reclaimed teak wood is a great environmentally friendly choice from which to make furniture. Reclaimed timber prevents the continued destruction of existing old-growth forests protecting trees, watersheds and habitats for wildlife. More...
Teak and Oak beds- a guide to choosing a new bed and why the bed is so important to get right.
A bed is more than just a place to sleep. It is the centrepiece of your bedroom and we spend approximately a third of our lives in bed, so it's important to choose this piece of furniture carefully. More...
Your bedroom is your most private retreat so whether you want to spice it up or add soothing elements to please the senses, updating a dreary bedroom can be done with the introduction of clean lines, contemporary style, and luxurious fabrics. More...
Contemporary modern styling combines sleek sophisticated designs with bold structural elements. There is a freshness and elegance that comes with clean simple lines and the minimal look is becoming more and more popular. More...
When choosing chairs for your home it’s important to consider their purpose. We have put together this guide below to help you choose chairs and seating for all of the main rooms in your house, including the dining room, living room and bedroom. More...
Interior design trends for 2009
Puji specialise in contemporary interior design, and stylish furniture solutions. Based in North London, we have put together our 2009-style-guide – outlining 17 top tips for transforming your home this summer. Read this article to find rsimple and effective ways of creating this year’s key looks yourself. More...
Beautiful teak furniture has become extremely popular due to its sturdy construction and craftsmanship and the aesthetic appeal that it provides to any setting.Great Danish designers such as Jalk, Wegner and other would favour teak over many types of wood. These designers understood the quality and durability teak could offer and these artists knew that their work would endure and withstand many years. More
Ten ways to make your home more comfortable
A comfortable home will help you to recharge after a long hard day at work. Whether you like to collapse into a bed filled with beautiful, soft pillows or long for a soak in a hot bath followed by curling up on you soft comfy upholstered sofa, we all crave a comfortable home. Here are some ideas to help you add comfort and indulgence to your personal space, written by Puji's top interior designers. More...
Make your home a teak home with beautiful teak furniture
Love solid wood furniture? Want to buy something that will last a lifetime and get better with age? Then the purchase of good quality solid teak furniture could be the best choice. Teak wood has been used since the ancient times and is highly regarded within building infrastructures. Teak furniture is extremely durable and this type of wood contains natural oils that enable it to withstand years of use. More...
The living room - our guide to furnishing your living room with beautiful teak furniture
Your living room should be a sanctuary away from the every day stresses of modern living. This is a room that you will spend many hours in and creating an ideal and relaxing space is of upmost importance.Teak living room furniture is a popular choice because it is resistant to rust and corrosion and more resistant to scratches than other woods. More...
The teak dining room -Our guide to furnishing your dining room with beautiful teak furniture
A teak filled dining room will be both a pleasure to use and entertain in. Your dining table will be one of the most important pieces you purchase for this room and will create a focal point for your guests. However is still has to be functional, comfortable and sociable. More...
The teak bedroom-Our guide to furnishing your bedroom with beautiful teak furniture
Most people spend eight hours sleeping, which makes your bedroom furniture and in particular the bed, some of your most important furniture buys. Nothing beats a deep, restorative sleep for the effect this has on energy levels. A beautiful, sensual room provides a sanctuary from the fast-paced lives that so many live today that is a pleasure to relax, sleep and wake up in. More...
Mattresses-Make an informed choice!
At Puji, we pride ourselves on our quality of product and level of service. We offer a great range of mattresses to complement our teak beds and we believe we have a mattress to suit everyone's needs and budgets. If you have individual size requirements, we can make a mattress to suit, using our bespoke mattress making service. Contact us for more details. More...
Bedroom Furniture: Get the look you desire!
Bedroom furniture is probably more important than you think. As you go to sleep, more information filters through your mind than you are consciously aware of. Your surroundings, especially in the bedroom, directly affect your thoughts and feelings and can as easily evoke quiet, restful sleep as they can nightmares. The key is to get your surroundings right through the use of good quality bedroom furniture, promoting a relaxed feeling of security and strength. More...
Tips on how to decorate your bedroom
Your bedroom is the most personal room in your home and it should be a reflection either of your true self or of the things you want to attract into your life. Decide what you want in your life and put it in your bedroom. The atmosphere might be peaceful and relaxing, conducive to a great nights sleep or vibrant and inspirational to promote and stimulate creativity. More...
Teak furniture style guide: Light teak, dark teak and the looks it can create
Teak is naturally a light golden brown colour. It does not require a finish for protection, but can be coated with a dark stain according to taste or decor. At Puji we understand that most people have a preference, some prefer dark furniture whilst others like lighter coloured wood depending on the style and décor of their home. Here at Puji we can offer you either light or dark finishes on virtually all of our wood products. More...
Teak wood is a very high quality hardwood. Teak is a warm rich golden brown colour, sometimes with a reddish hint. It's touchable texture, beautiful surface appearance and durability make it a popular choice for high quality, long lasting furniture. More...
Give your living room a luxurious feel with Oriental furniture
Creating a luxurious living room does not always mean spending a lot of money. You can create an oriental living room that feels luxurious through a tasteful combination of textures, solid wood furniture and colour. When furnishing your home always buy the best you can afford, as by doing this you will surround yourself with pieces you love which is a luxury within itself. More...
Coffee Tables: Essential home furniture
The living room is the most popular place for entertaining guests, and when friends or family visit, it's usual to offer them a drink. Whether it is water, wine, tea, or coffee, you'll need a coffee table for setting the drink down on in between sips. It is vital that your coffee table is robust and well made so that it will not easily wobble if knocked. More...
Coffee Tables: Make a statement in your living room
Nowadays the coffee table serves more purposes than ever. It is often the focal point of the living room as it sits towards the centre of the room plan, and often dictates traffic flow. Your coffee table will often hold much more than the occasional mug of coffee and they now tend to hold decorative accent pieces, books, magazines, catalogs, incoming mail, homework, remotes, toys, laptop computers, and even the occasional more relaxed dinner. More...
"East meets west" - Asian design is a broad term and is used to describe not only Japanese and Chinese styling but also Indonesia, India and the Philippines. Eastern furniture has long been popular in the West due to the exotic feels these room produce. For people who dream of far-off places, Asian furniture is a perfect addition to your home. More...
Why choose Teak furniture over Oak, Pine and other woods
Once widely used in boat building for its durability and straight grain, Teak has become popular more recently, as a material used in the production of both interior and exterior furniture pieces. This popularity is due in no small part to the natural oils it produces which protect it from the effects of weathering and the ravages of wood rot. More...
Contemporary Office Furniture - Create a contemporary style home office
Working from home provides an opportunity to create a stimulating and stylish home office. Research shows that an office environment can have a drastic impact on workers productivity and creativity and this applies, regardless of office location. You'll need your home office to be functional and efficient but this doesn't mean you can't take a trendy approach. Contemporary furniture will define your office space and offer a décor that is fresh, laid-back, urban and sophisticated. More...
Contemporary Bedroom Furniture - Create a contemporary style bedroom
Is your bedroom in need of a makeover? Then why not go modern and contemporary. The beautiful sleek clean lines associated with contemporary furniture look stunning when implemented in the bedroom. More...
Stylish and Contemporary Commerical Furniture for Office Spaces
The average office worker spends a third of their time in the office. To ensure happiness and high commercial productivity, a contemporary and stylish work environment is vital. It must also look professional and inviting so that visitors will gain a good impression of your company. More...
Commercial furniture for restaurants, bars and hotels
A welcoming environment is essential to secure repeat business from clients that are becoming ever more choosy about where they spend their money. Stylish, contemporary furniture will make the customer feel comfortable and relaxed and create an atmosphere in which they want to be seen, again and again. More...
Contemporary Living Room Furniture - Create a contemporary style living room
Your living room should be a sanctuary from the every day stresses of modern living. This is a room that you will spend many hours in and creating an ideal and relaxing space is of utmost importance. A contemporary theme can often give your living room a quiet and comfortable appeal. Simplicity, subtle sophistication, texture and clean lines help to define contemporary styling, as well as a sense of space. More...
Contemporary Dining Room Furniture - Create a contemporary style dining room
Is it time for a change? If your dining room has been the same for years it may be time to give it a fresh modern feel Going ‘modern' doesn't mean your dining room will look stark or cold. Today's contemporary look is a beautiful blend of comfort and style, creating a sleek, sophisticated and relaxing space with contemporary furniture and accessories. More...
Contemporary Home Accessories- Quickly Refresh Your Home!
Have the rooms in your home become dull and tired? Does your contemporary home need those finishing touches to really complete the look? Whatever the reason, refreshing your home can be done without spending a fortune. Updating each room with contemporary home accessories will give it the ‘face-lift' you crave. Adding a splash of colour, luxurious throws; cushions and a few choice accessories can make a huge difference and reinvigorate the spirit of your home. More...
The ideal of living ‘green' is clearly gaining popularity these days and has finally found its way into the suburbs. At long last people are paying more consideration to our precious planet and its resources. People who want to live ‘green' now have a wide array of choices available to them whether it is in the form of organic food & clothing, natural cleaning products or by purchasing items eco friendly furniture. More...
If you're trying to sell your home in the present climate now is the time to ensure you're doing everything possible to make your home stand out. Staging your home can make all the difference to a potential buyer. Home staging is the act of preparing your home before it goes up for sale. This doesn't have to be an expensive over haul and adding a few finishing touches can make a huge difference. The objective of any ‘seller' should be to sell as soon as possible and for the best possible price. Houses that sit on the market for too long can make potential viewers nervous that something is wrong with the property or the asking price. More...
Give your home a mini make-over for autumn with new decorative accessories and soft furnishings
Autumn is a time of fallen leaves and turning colours. It's a time of harvest, seeds, nuts, berries and dried grasses. The days are shorter, the evenings are dark, the weather has that winter chill and that time of hibernating begins. Over the autumn months we tend to spend more time at home and this can be the perfect opportunity to give your home interior a mini make over. More...
Winter is a time of change. The leaves have turned and the days are shorter and the air is cold. You've already dragged your boots and leather jacket out and thoughts turn to dinner parties, movie nights, red wine and fires. The desire to transform your home tends to intensify during the winter season. With a little effort you can create a new look and feel in preparation of the months ahead hibernating. Your home needs to be a retreat as the nights draw in and staying in becomes the new going out. For the winter season you'll find luxurious and sensual textures. More...
Buying home accessories as Christmas gifts
Why not avoid the Christmas crowds and do your shopping from the comfort of your own home this year. No crowded high streets, no traffic and no long queues to contend with whilst you search for that ‘perfect' Christmas present. You can even organise a direct delivery so your loved ones that you can't visit can still open a gift from you on Christmas day. More...
Contemporary Rugs-how to choose the right rug for each room in your home
Decorating with a contemporary rug is one of the easiest ways to revitalize, and update a room in your home. Contemporary rugs can give a room an instant ‘face lift and they can help soften the look of wooden or stone flooring, provide comfort in a conservatory and bring a splash of colour, pattern and texture to a neutral decorating scheme. More...
Designing your bedroom with solid wood furniture
The bedroom is one of the most important rooms in your home. This is the room where you will go to rest and relax which makes the bed and its surrounding furniture some of your most important furniture buys. Solid wood furniture is not only sleek and elegant but it introduces beautiful natural texture that will warm any bedroom decor. Solid wood furniture means that all parts of the furniture are made from solid timber, which is either a softwood or hardwood. No veneers or particleboards are used. Each piece of your solid wood bedroom furniture will be unique like the timber used, and exude character. More...
Designing your dining room with solid wood furniture
Every interior magazine you pick up or make over programme you watch will tell you that your home should be an expression of yourself. It should be the place where you feel most comfortable and relaxed. Your dining room should promote the atmosphere you want for entertaining and your chosen furniture pieces will play a huge role in setting the mood in your dining room. More...
Designing your home office with solid wood furniture
Your home office should be a functional and organised place where you are free to be productive. It is vital that you select the right home office furniture and create a user-friendly working environment. A functional work place will allow you to immerse yourself in your work and a comfortable and organised work place will help you unleash your creativity and help you work productively. More...
Designing your living room with solid wood furniture
The living room plays a central role in your home. A room often used for entertaining guests and relaxing after a long hard day at the office. This room will represent your home and needs good quality furniture to withstand daily wear and tear. The living room is the centre for entertainment. It will be in this room that your television and audio equipment are likely to live. Stylish, practical solid wood furniture is a must. Furnishing your living space with solid wood pieces that complement your interior will also add warmth, luxury and elegance. More...
Decorative screens and room dividers
The use of a decorative screen within the contemporary home serves many purposes. They are used as room dividers, which can be both attractive as well as functional. In today's interior industry there are room divider screens that can suit any chosen décor. For example if you have an Asian inspired theme then you may consider a bamboo screen that will complement and tie in with your desired look. More...
Contemporary and Natural Vases - Decorative Home Accessories
Vases have always been known to be beautiful because of their appearance and the gorgeous flowers that are usually displayed inside them. They are available in various sizes and shapes, however recent trends has seen them used more and more as decorative home accessories that no longer need fresh bouquets to bring them to life. Contemporary vases are now available in stunning designs that can stand alone, in groups, on the floor or on a shelf to enhance the décor of a room. More...
Creating a romantic home with candles
Candles are no longer our main source of light but they have continued to grow in popularity and use. Candles symbolise celebration, mark romance, soothe the senses and accent home decors. Candles create a warm and lovely glow that awakens the senses and creates a flattering, mellow ambience. The act of lighting a candle itself is often considered to be relaxing and luxurious and using candles within your home sanctuary can help you bring more peace into your life and help you manage your stress. More...
Scatter cushions, floor cushions & window cushions
Cushions can easily transform a home and can be one of the more inexpensive ways to introduce a new look into a room. Scatter cushions are one of the easiest types of soft furnishings to find and the options available are extensive. They are now available in hot setting trendy colours, floral, patterns and textures. More...
Rattan baskets are a perfect solution when organising your home. They are often inexpensive, beautiful and functional items. The use of rattan boxes within your interior will add a tactile element to any space. They can be used in every room in your home. Use them to organise and store everything from your kitchen utensils, office paperwork, cosmetics, children's toys, bath towels, CDs and DVDs. More...
Accessories your bedroom in style with soft furnishings and contemporary accessories
When we think of the bedroom we conjure up images of a place to retire too. The bedroom signals the end of the day and this room should be a relaxing and calming sanctuary. In the bedroom it is best to have a neutral background that can easily be warmed up with soft furnishings and accessories. If you want to create some interest on the walls then consider adding one feature wall painted a warmer colour or wallpapered with a beautiful design. More...
If you are lucky enough to have a fireplace in your living room then this should be the centerpiece of your living space. Your fireplace should be a beautiful focal point that all you friends and guests will admire so it's important to apply some decorating ideas here. Why not introduce an appealing and cosy fireside rug, along with a rattan basket filled with magazines or logs and some lovely feature floor cushions or candles. More...