Tag: Basics of Interior Design
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The Cultural Case Against Beige
A scathing, philosophical analysis of aesthetic nihilism. This essay argues that the obsessive adoption of the grey and neutral palette (greige, off-white, oat) is not a sign of taste, but a profound cultural confession of resignation and fear. We dissect how the aversion to color represents a refusal to commit, a desire for an interior…
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Why the ‘Hand-Thrown’ Ceramic Bowl is Late Capitalism’s Favourite Lie
A ruthless dissection of the premium paid for imperfection. This essay critiques the highly curated, expensive pursuit of handmade items—from hand-thrown ceramics to slow-sewn textiles—as an architectural performance of ethics. We expose the luxury lie that buying wobbly objects makes us feel more connected to humanity, when in reality, it’s just a passive consumption of…
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Why Every Political Era Has a Sofa
From post-war utility to New Labour leather and the cloud sofas of today, our upholstery has always been a better political historian than Parliament.
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The Cultural Obituary of the Formal Dining Room
Galatea Studio explores why the formal dining room is disappearing in modern homes – and what that says about how we live now.
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The Psychology of Interiors – Chapter 1: Energy, Flow, & the roots of Spatial Psychology
“Our homes are living organisms.” That’s the conviction behind this new six-part series. Over the coming weeks we’ll explore why a curved worktop makes a galley kitchen feel friendlier, how ceiling height changes our thinking, and why that marble table you hunted down at a car-boot sale feels far more “you” than any click-and-collect flat-pack.…
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Two Weeks at Txtured: A Real-World Look at Luxury Interior Design
I just wrapped up a whirlwind two-week interior design internship at Txtured – a top luxury interior design studio in Manchester – and I’m still reeling from the experience. If you’re an interior design student looking for real-world insights or a an interior enthusiast wanting to see what goes on behind the scenes in luxury…
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Communication in Interior Design: Detail Drawings
In the meticulous world of interior design, detail drawings represent the bridge between conceptual vision and tangible reality. These intricate diagrams are the blueprint for craftsmanship, embodying the precision required to bring a design project to fruition. By dissecting the minutiae of design elements, detail drawings allow interior designers, architects, and builders to visualise and…
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Communication Techniques in Interior Design: Elevations
In the visually driven world of interior design, elevations bring the project’s vertical dimensions to life. These detailed drawings are pivotal in visualising and planning both the aesthetic and structural elements of a building or space. Interior and architectural elevations, by providing a side view of structures, reveal the nuances that floor plans cannot capture,…
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Communication in Interior Design: Floor Plans
In the realm of interior design, the blueprint of a space serves as its foundational narrative, communicating the silent language of spatial arrangement and functional aesthetics. Floor plans, as these blueprints are commonly known, are the first chapter of a design story that determines the flow, functionality, and future of an interior space. This post…
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Communication Techniques in Interior Design: Rendered Perspective Drawings
Rendered perspective drawings are sophisticated visualisations which bridge the conceptual with the concrete, transforming intangible ideas into palpable previews of finished space. Such renderings are not just artistic expressions but are strategic tools essential for both client engagement and the detailed orchestration of design elements. The Essence of Rendered Perspectives Rendered perspective drawings serve a…
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