The Boyzone Effect
I’m still on a high from learning how to create candlelight using Maxwell Render. This can only mean one thing: I’m now increasing the risk of fire hazards left, right and centre in my 3D visuals. There’s only one way to deal with my new found obsession and that’s to overindulge to get it out of system once and for all.
Fire!! I Have Created Fire!!
When I first started using Maxwell Render (the photo-realistic rendering suite) I was thrilled to create a space that sort-of resembled a room that you might consider ‘real’, or as close to ‘real’ as virtually possible. Nowadays, my progress has developed to such an extent that I kinda know my 3D visuals could be considered […]
Collaborative Working – A Dream Come True
I can’t take credit for these designs, they were created by an interior designer that I’ve been fortunate to work with recently. However, I can take full credit for the creation of the 3D visuals. I’m particularly proud of these!
If You Haven’t Heard of Multi Stem, It’s Time That You Did.
I don’t like fussy pattern. And I’m not a huge fan of floral. But I love Orla Kiely’s Multi Stem. And I’m not entirely sure why. Actually, I do know why. It’s refreshing. It’s uplifting. And it’s fun.
Fotoshop Fail – The Legacy Continues
Fotoshop Fail is about applying an extremely basic image editing tool and using organic and rustic techniques to transform a photograph without actually enhancing it. Get my drift?
The Perils Of Being A Perfectionist
In my last post I uploaded renders of various rooms for a design concept, but I wasn’t happy with some of them. A couple of those renders were a little noisy and I know exactly why. I needed to shine more light on them…
Finally! The Big Reveal
Without further ado, it gives me great pleasure to finally post snippets of my research work, the technical aspects of my work and the renders that I created in support of the various design concepts for this space.
The CAD Chronicles
My new found skills and knowledge of various CAD software applications and in particular photo-realistic rendering, has really surprised me. I get my biggest sense of achievement from teaching myself all of this stuff.
Lifts Want To Be Inspirational Spaces Too!
In total there will be 2 design features within this space that will give a gentle nod to the heritage of the Lace Market; the lace Roman Blinds and the interior of the lift. Yes, you heard correctly; the interior of the lift. I like the unexpected.
The Power of Accessorising
Following on from my last post about combining industrial styling with typical Georgian detailing, I have developed the Staff Breakout area further. I’ve added lighting in the form of LED downlighting but also traditional (turned) wooden lampstands.
Industrial Styling with a Georgian Twist
My design scheme for the Georgian Townhouse wasn’t going to incorporate a lot of typical Georgian design, but I changed my mind and decided to use a fabulous and innovative contemporary Damask wallcovering. Well, I’ve decided to explore the inclusion of Georgian elements further…
Face the Fear: Purple and Green
I’ve never been naturally drawn to either purple or green hues, but it doesn’t matter whether I like those hues or not; especially when I’ve been asked to design a space to incorporate purple. And lots of it. But what I can do is encourage various ways of utilising a person’s favourite colour without going overboard, or introducing complementary or harmonising colours to a scheme thereby refining the original ideas expressed by the client.
Stairs? Yea, They’re Lovely… Until You Have To Design Them
I’m a classic stair avoider. Always have been. I much prefer the lift, but the sight of a well constructed, visually pleasing and elegant staircase will always catch my eye.
Hand Rendering v Computer Generated
Hand rendering v computer generated. This debate can bring out all sorts of passionate views about the personality, character and charm that a skilled hand drawn render can provide. Then we have the other side of the coin… the evil and nasty world of computer generated visuals. ‘They are cold’! And void of individual quirks’, I hear you shout! But are they?!
John Pawson Revisited – A Lesson in Lighting
I’ve engaged in debate with my fellow interior design students regarding the minimalist interiors/style of the acclaimed John Pawson and in particular the bathroom entitled ‘Pawson House 1994’. Opinion was very divided as to the aesthetic appeal of this bathroom and its minimal, very simplified design. I had suggested that part of the reason why […]
Think Outside The Box
Presentation is paramount in the world of design, and in Interior Design presentation boards are a vital communication tool.
Anita Brown 3D Visualisation 