Trendy Furniture

Trendy furniture and top tips for creating a trendy look

Trendy furniture is defined as furniture that has been designed and made recently and is used to describe items that are ‘in’ at the time of description.  Trends are constantly being created and are always evolving. Here at Puji we specialise in trendy, stylish and contemporary solid wood furniture and accessories. We offer key pieces for every room in your home including the living room, dining room, bedroom and home office. We even offer a bespoke furniture design service so we can manufacture your own trendy pieces or adapt ours to suit your personal needs and requirements. 

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Current trends show case contemporary furniture with smooth straight edges and bold, sleek shapes. Key trends are often associated with uncluttered, open spaces resulting in a clean feel to the space.  Do not over crowd your living spaces instead choose a few key pieces and focus on keeping the space open.  This will help make a room feel larger but also allow you to create focal points and show off your trendy furniture.

The increase in popularity of Indonesian furniture has seen current trends feature browns and earthy tones and those seeking a serene interior tend to look to Asian influences which are considered very fashionable.  Our Indonesian furniture is manufactured from reclaimed teak so we can support the most important trend of all - looking after the environment.  Our eco –friendly furniture is a trend that is likely to continue through the years.  

Puji  has always been inspired by the Far East and focuses on creating beautiful, high quality furniture and accessories from natural and recycled materials.  All exclusive Puji products are handmade in Indonesia by local craftsmen. The Puji workshop is located in Java and Lombok and all work is carried out using perfected traditional methods. 

Our  reclaimed teak furniture is available in both natural and dark finishes.  Recent trends have seen dark stained wood becoming a popular choice.  Dark wood furniture enhances any space and will easily add warmth and give the presence of a cosy and intimate interior.  There is a certain elegance that only dark wood can capture which has made it a popular choice for interior designers. 

Trendy Furniture for the Living Room

The living room is often used for entertaining guests and relaxing after a long hard day at work.   This room will represent your home and needs good quality furniture to withstand daily wear and tear.  Trendy yet practical furniture is a must for this room.  Furnishing your living space with solid wood pieces that complement your interior will also add warmth, luxury and elegance.

The first piece you will need to consider is your coffee table and making it a stylish focal point.  If you like streamlined looks then consider a coffee table with no traditional overhangs in a sleek and contemporary design.  Modern trends have seen coffee table heights becoming very low and simple in design to suit contemporary sofa heights.  Alternatively for a dramatic statement look for coffee tables with feature legs. 

Our current best sellers are the Jaya coffee table which features a modern two tone design with textured fronts, our Oriental shanxi coffee table which has stunning and striking large ball legs and the Klasik Coffee Table which is sleek in design with tapered legs.  The next step is to finish the look with a trendy deep pile earthly coloured rug to add to add texture and warmth to your flooring.

All living rooms need an audio visual unit, so we designed ours to offer a visually pleasing solution to home cinema set ups as well as the more modest viewing systems. The one thing they have in common is that they are made from solid wood featuring traditional joints and bracing for strength. This ensures they can support even the largest plasma screens, safely and securely.  These strong, stylish and contemporary units are available in a variety of styles, colours and sizes to suit most requirements. 

For those with a big expanse of wall the Jaya large plasma unit  offers four small drawers along with a large open compartment to store all your equipment.   This modern unit offers plenty of room to accomodate your home entertainment equipment and media but more importantly this unit will do it with style.  The whole unit sits on four small angled legs and offers a striking two tone design with textured drawer fronts.

Once you have decided upon your coffee table and entertainment unit, you may need to consider additional storage in the form of bookcases or sideboards. You can give life to your books by displaying them on a modern bookcase with modular storage offering a combination of different sized display sections like the cubic display bookcase.

Sideboards although once considered traditional now come in an array of stylish designs.  Gone are the fussy handles, overhangs and door panelling.  Instead look for a sideboard featuring flush fronted doors and if possible groove handles.  We offer sideboards with cupboards or combinations with drawers and cupboards.

Having invested in your new trendy living room furniture, choosing coordinating accessories will really bring the look together, offsetting your pieces perfectly. Accessories add the finishing touches of style and elegance to your home. The natural materials we use at Puji when manufacturing our accessories bring with them, a sense of the exotic. Our contemporary home accessories are designed to complement the furniture range however they are visually stunning in their own right. Our current accessory range features bamboo candles, buddha statues, paper lamps and luxurious faux silk cushions and throws.

Trendy Furniture for the Dining Room

When it comes to the dining room you want your guests to dine in style.  This room needs to 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.

The Puji ranges of dining tables are simple in design, elegant and unique. We offer modern square and round tables, which are popular in contemporary homes as they eliminate the 'head of the table'.  We offer extending tables for those who like to entertain but want to save space when the table is not in use and we offer beautiful black lacquered tables for those wanting to create an exotic Oriental dining room.

For those who want a rich toned dining room, introducing a modern dark wood table can be the way forward.  The Klasik dining table captures the beautiful look of rich contemporary styling with a unique flair that is all its own.  Beautifully hand finished and stained to a dark brown this design features trendy tapered legs.

For those with larger spaces the Roco dining table has modern square pedestals and the appearance of a floating top.  Featured in many Interior magazines this look is a firm favourite for those wanting to create a striking dining room.

Once you have your table in place it’s time to consider your dining chairs.  Woven dining chairs have become a designer’s first choice and now considered stylish as opposed to old and traditional.  Woven dining chairs such as the banana chair and barteak chair can create a unique style statement and add character to your interior.

Remember to dress your dining table, choosing new dining table accessories  can improve the look of the room and add a sense of chic style.  Invest in a new table runner, placemats, candles and a decorative centerpiece such as a large platter.

Trendy Furniture for the Hallway

The hallway often becomes a dumping ground for shoes, coats and bags however it is the first area of your home people will see.  The hallway should be an inviting entryway as well as a functional place for the entrances and exits of the family, friends, and guests.  Selecting key pieces of furniture and making use of empty wall space can help organise this area

Add a stylish and versatile console table with a combination of drawers and shelf space for storage and as a surface for displaying decorative accessories.  The console has evolved and many stylish options are available.  We have a vast selection on offer including  natural, dark, Oriental and carved.

Hanging a contemporary mirror in your hallway you’ll create an illusion of space and reflect light into your home.  It also creates a focal point above your console table.

 Shoe racks also help keep the hallway tidy. Instead of kicking your shoes off by the front door tidy them away out of site.   Modern shoe racks can be very trendy –why not browse our selection for inspiration.

Trendy Furniture for the Bedroom

Your bedroom is a place to escape from the hectic pace of day to day life.  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 buys.

Your bed is the most important addition to your bedroom and here at Puji the choice of solid wood beds is huge. Whether you are looking for or  an Oriental bed, platform bed, sleigh bed, day bed or canopy bed (also known as four poster beds) we have a superb collection to choose from. 

A solid wood bed will not only look great but will also be extremely sturdy and will serve you for many years to come. Our solid wood bed collection features beds with a stunning natural grain made from reclaimed hard woods and manufactured using traditional mortise and tenon joints. . They are each beautifully crafted and finished and will make a spectacular centerpiece in your bedroom.

The solid wood Arc bed is worth considering if you want to create a focal point in your bedroom. Its curved headboard is designed to make it ideal for those who like to spend time in bed reading or watching TV. When stained dark it has a traditional warm look, yet the simple and elegant design is fresh and modern. The gentle curves, subtle styling details and sturdy, solid construction have helped make this piece a timeless classic.

The Mino Lumber Cubic bed will bring an air of calmness and harmony to any bedroom with its simple lines and minimal design. The mattress is sunken into the frame and its open ends gives this bed a very unique and distinctive feel.

Oriental themed bedrooms are very trendy and our range of black lacquered beds and matching furniture are a superb addition to those trying to design a Zen bedroom. Timeless, chic and elegant, they are made from solid hardwoods, which are lacquered seven times to produce a sleek and polished Eastern touch.

Once you have decided upon your bed you need to consider purchasing additional storage.  Appearance is a priority when choosing a wardrobe. Our wardrobes are designed to be functional and elegant so they add a sense of style to your bedroom.

Our wardrobes have simple, clean lines which generate a chic and elegant look which is perfect for the modern home. Our wardrobes range from gents wardrobes, full hanging wardrobes, wardrobes with drawers, Oriental lacquered wardrobes and cabinets.

Bedside tables are handy furniture pieces to rest table lamps on as well as books and reading glasses.  Puji bedside tables come in a variety of styles and sizes including the more traditional option with drawers to the more contemporary open side tables. Add a bedside unit to both sides of the bed with a matching lamp on each for a sense of symmetry.

Puji’s stunning range of contemporary furniture will enhance any bedroom to create a wonderful place of peace and sanctuary.

Our beautiful chests of drawers are made from hardwoods such as oak, teak, mahogany, mango and walnut and come in a range of styles from rustic, contemporary and oriental. Wooden chests of drawers are an elegant addition to your bedroom and provide that much needed extra storage.  Current trends favour chests with no overhangs and flush fronts.  Concealed handles are also popular and create a more minimalist look.

If you are lucky enough to have the space add a stylish bedroom chair. It's worth remembering to dress this piece and add a few luxurious cushions here. These will also draw the eye and create another focal point in the bedroom. Soft furnishings provide a softness and sensuality that the bedroom must offer.

Once you have your furniture in place it’s time to get creative.  Your bed should look warm and inviting and this is a great place to introduce new accessories in the form of scatter cushions, bedding and throws. These quick and simple changes will offer a snug look and introducing gorgeous cushions to the bedroom will give it a luxurious feel and help create that desired relaxing atmosphere.  The current trend in the bedroom is to experiment with colour and add plenty of texture and perfect examples are rich velvets, faux suede and embellished cushions. Purchase a matching bed throw to really complete the look and not only will this offer supreme comfort but will add a touch of class and sophistication to any bedroom area.

Changing your bedding is a great way to introduce a fresh look to your sleeping space. You can make a statement by introducing colour and an array of textures into your room, creating a sensual retreat or a relaxing haven. Bed linen is graded using thread counts and the higher the count the better the quality. Nothing feels more luxurious than slipping into super soft sheets after a hard day at work.

Puji Bespoke Service

Puji transforms top quality timbers into robust, stylish and timeless designs. Furniture can be made-to-measure or custom designed to meet your exact requirements. This is perfect if you have an awkward sized room and want to make the best use of space. If you have something specific in mind but can’t find what you need, we can design and create something for you.