Gemstones have long fascinated people with their beauty. No wonder, then, that they have become of great interest to designers and stylists. Design draws not only on their unique structure, but their exquisite colouring has also become a source of inspiration.
Ruby, amber, emerald, sapphire and amethyst all bring a touch of elegance and an allure of mysteriousness to an interior.
Secret Emerald
Emeralds rank among the rarest of gemstones. With their colour, full depth and vitality, they are considered as being among the most beautiful of stones. They give an interior charm and elegance even in the case of larger furniture and smaller accessories. If it seems to be too little, don’t hesitate to reach for gold elements. An emerald table on gold legs or a lamp in the same colour combination are themselves aesthetic jewels.
Deep Ruby
The ruby embodies desire, passion and love. Despite its intensive colour it goes surprisingly well with different styles. Furniture and accessories in ruby shades sit beautifully in eclectic interiors and even highlight their original and bold nature. Deep red textiles soften the austerity of a loft interior, and ruby accessories in the form of lamps with modest sheer shades brilliantly suit an elegant classical style. If you are a fan of Scandinavian style, you don’t have to fear colours – a simple armchair in ruby red is ideal for a minimalist interior.
Warm Amber
The colour of amber (or the “gold of the northˮ, as is it is often called) gives an impression of warmth. Looking at it gives a person a feeling of energy and a taste for life. If you have in mind to incorporate amber products or items of amber shades into your dwelling, the number of various patterns in your style should be modest. Thus, let amber stand out, and the room will take on a cosier atmosphere. Amber vases and containers, for example, sit well on an oak table, and wall decorations in amber shades pleasantly brighten walls in darker shades of green or blue.
Pacifying Sapphire
A stone that supposedly once protected virtue, today shines on the jewellery of well-known personalities. “Sapphire is now naturalized in interiors, too. It gives them an allure and ennobles them. In classic stylizations the combination of a gemstone with one colour, for example, with the momentarily very fashionable grey, is completely enough, and a harmonic combination is in the world,ˮ says Marta Suchodoska, creative director of Westwing.sk. If you want to go with the times, try combining sapphire with gold or silver. A lamp, a conference table or a wall decoration in this colour combination will the centre point of attention of each stylization.
Harmonic Amethyst
Amethyst, which we can find in the most varying shades of purple, is known as a stone of peace and harmony. It is warmly recommended especially for persons susceptible to stress. It helps free the mind from negative thoughts and mitigates fatigue. Amethyst is also effective in the battle with insomnia – don’t forget to put it into your bedroom. Decorations, draperies, a chair and night lamp in shades of purple create a pleasant environment made for peaceful and health sleep.
Westwing Home & Living
Westwing is an international leader in e-commerce in the field of interior furnishings. It offers its customers exceptional products for attractive prices. At present it operates in 14 countries on 3 continents: Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Czech Republic, Spain, The Netherlands, Germany, Kazakhstan, Poland, Russia, Switzerland, France, Italy and Slovakia. The company headquarters is located in Munich, Germany.
Text: editorial article, photo: Westwing
