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Scandinavian style chairs

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Scandinavian inspired design is all the rage right now, and ‘hygge’ is no longer only a Danish way of life but one that we all strive to adopt. A hygge interior is one that reflects cosiness, peace, and one that says, “I want to live here”, and Scandinavian design dining chairs are the perfect way to introduce this style to your interior.

Less is definitely more when it comes to Scandinavian style. Soft furnishings and minimalist furniture are two standout features of a Scandi style interior. Sheepskin throws, cable knit blankets, candles and scatter cushions help in creating your hyggelit home. You may think that these items should be limited to a living room or bedroom, but they can be used in every room to soften the edges of minimalist Scandi furniture. Textured rugs are an essential for any Scandinavian inspired design; shaggy faux fur or pure wool rugs in tonal colours add to the feel of the room. Cowhide rugs are also popular. The purity and functionality of Nordic style chairs are likely what attract us to them. They are perfect for those who prefer minimalist furniture and keeping fuss and clutter to a minimum. Scandinavian style chairs warm up their clean design with natural woods, making them easy to coordinate with existing furniture.

Angled Chair Legs

Scandinavian style chairs are simple and sophisticated, often featuring angled chair legs. Linen or suedette upholstery and splayed legs make Scandi inspired chairs perfect for minimalist, retro, or contemporary interiors. Other minimalist furniture and Scandi furniture, such as tables, feature the diverging leg design. Style your Scandi inspired chairs around a simple blonde wood table for a complete look.

Scandinavian Design Furniture & Dark Interiors

Dark interiors are currently having their moment, with inky blue, charcoal, and emerald walls growing in popularity. Traditionally, Scandinavian design furniture has made use of blonde woods, as the harsh Nordic winter only provides a few hours of daylight, so anything that made a room look brighter was in. With the dark interiors trend, there are now more options, and it’s easier to find Scandi furniture that’s made from darker materials. Scandinavian design dining chairs with faux suede upholstery and dark legs are perfect for retro inspired interiors.

Accessorising Your Nordic Style Chairs

Nordic homes and the Scandinavian design furniture within them are often neutral, but accessories are chosen carefully to highlight aspects of a person’s history, life, and interests. Books, records, and heritage pieces are all good choices, but there’s no limit to what you could choose. How about a quirky vintage item? However, you don’t have to go hyper-hygge, Scandinavian style chairs or Nordic style chairs can be the centrepiece and you can accessorise with more rustic or industrial themed items.

So, embrace hygge and the cosiness and peacefulness that it brings. Slow down and enjoy the little things in life, whether that is a scented candle, new Scandinavian style chairs, or a meal with your loved ones.

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Bar and restaurant furniture

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Bar and restaurant furniture needs to create an atmosphere that keeps customers coming back for more. First dates, celebratory meals, catch ups with friends; bars and restaurants are where life happens. As the places we go to discuss our daily lives, eateries need to have a good vibe. And it all starts with the right décor.

Commercial Furniture

What classes as bar and restaurant furniture? Simply put, it’s durable items that can stand the test of time in a busy commercial environment.
Your bar and restaurant furniture doesn’t have to be bland, why not turn the clock back and add a touch of mid-Century glam to your dining space? Vintage style dining room furniture can work wonders in a bar or restaurant. With so many reproduction options out there, you can get all the character and charm of an older piece of furniture, but perhaps without the signs of wear and tear.
Whether you’re searching for bar stools, chairs, or the perfect cafe table – there are so many varieties and styles to choose from. Add unique character with a bespoke table, or go for the rustic look with a natural wood dining table. You don’t have to stick with chairs either; restaurant bench seating is becoming more and more popular. Long wooden benches would go well with your natural wood dining table, and smaller benches would suit a cafe table.
For bar areas or poseur tables, bar stools are also available in a wide variety of styles. Stripped back metal and wooden bar stools work well with industrial interiors, and stools with painted frames or bright upholstered seats are perfect for adding a pop of colour to a more contemporary interior.

Industrial Dining Furniture

Bar and restaurant furniture doesn’t have to be ultra-trendy; often, signs of age on a piece of industrial dining furniture can enhance its appeal. Quirky, one-off pieces can be found that add a unique touch to an interior and make interesting conversation topics. Items can be reinvented and upcycled. An industrial trolley would make an unusual waiter station, a set of old machinist chairs could become re-purposed bar stools, and factory pigeon holes may just be the perfect place to display bar snacks.

Stacking Chairs

When choosing bar and restaurant furniture, practicality is key. Vintage stacking chairs are always a popular choice of commercial furniture due to their versatility and sturdy design. Their stacking ability makes it easier to save space when they’re not in use, or to pile out of the way to allow the floors to be cleaned. With a variety of frames and seats to choose from, you’ll have no trouble finding stacking chairs to complement your bar, restaurant, cafe or pub. Reproduction stacking chairs are also becoming more common, and they are a simple way to add contemporary styling to your business.

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Velvet furniture

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Add luxury to your home or business with this season’s velvet furniture trend. This plush fabric is making a reappearance in leading furniture stores across the country, and it’s here to stay! So, kit out your interior with some statement staples and embrace this versatile material.

Plush Accent Chairs

With this new velvet furniture movement comes a selection of new colours; from bold mustards to subtle greys, there are a world of hues to choose from. If you’re not brave enough to go all out with six teal velvet dining chairs or a navy velvet sofa (more on that later), then why not incorporate a more understated single chair into your home. There are a huge number of plush accent chairs on the market and they are a fabulous way to keep up appearances without the major commitment. Go for a ribbed velvet tub chair, velvet wingback armchair, or even a velvet loveseat!

Velvet Dining Chairs

Another great way to switch up your interior is with new dining chairs. No need to repaint or strip wallpaper, a simple chair change can incorporate velvet furniture into your home and create a whole new vibe for your dining room.

There are tons of velvet dining chairs to choose from, whether you like an elegant French inspired button back chair, or a curvy retro design, there’s something for you. Why not experiment with colours? Don’t limit yourself to one shade; mustard and navy work really well together or brighten up your room with teal and grey. If you’re entertaining more guests, why not have a velvet tub chair or two that you can place on the ends of your dining table as carver chairs and then put back in their rightful place when your guests go home.

Velvet Chesterfield Sofa

With the tufted sofa making a comeback in the last 18 months, it’s no wonder that furniture suppliers are combining these two hot trends, and with stunning effect. The velvet Chesterfield sofa is a classic piece of furniture for those looking to make a larger investment in a staple piece that will stand the test of time. The traditional buttoned design of the Chesterfield, paired with the luxurious pile of the velvet is the ideal combination for interior influence. Go dark with a navy velvet sofa for a rich, warm look. Or, choose grey and style with bright cushions for a more muted feel. If you aren’t feeling this style, but love velvet chairs, then perhaps a smaller sofa in the form of a quilted velvet loveseat is more your style. Use as an accent piece in a bedroom or living area, or as a dining bench…maybe even go for a matching velvet tub chair.

Velvet furniture is everywhere and it’s sticking around for the long haul. A velvet wingback armchair, a velvet tub chair or plush accent chairs; if you’re an interior designer, restaurant owner or DIY expert, incorporating this soft fabric into your next project is a must!

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Website redesign coming soon

Just a heads up that the site will be getting a well-deserved redesign soon, so watch this space!

We plan to have competitions, give-aways and great prizes from contemporary and shabby-chic styled items right through to industrial lighting and accessories.

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Later on in the year, we’ll be carrying out a full room make-over for one lucky person too.

There’ll be something for everyone so keep a lookout for news and be sure to subscribe to our social feeds.

Sara and the PunkCow team.