Mood Board Inspirational Ideas

when visiting Paris, you definitely have to check out Le Train Bleu. This restaurant was first unveiled in 1901 by French President Emile Loubet and quickly attracted the high society. The restaurant was built by Marius Toudoire, the famous architect

The beautiful Scandinavian country of Denmark is full of inspiration. The windy country has gorgeous lake views and sandy shores surrounded by nature. One of the largest lakes in Denmark is Arreso, located northwest of the country’s capital. The hilled

We launched Talk Carpet back in 2016. In the beginning, we would put together clothing inspired by each collection. This was a way to show how much of our inspiration for patterns, colors, and textures came from fashion. Today, we

We had the delight of visiting the authentic British small town of Knaresborough. Located in North Yorkshire, this quaint town has breathtaking scenery. Additionally, Knaresborough sits beside the River Nidd and had a defensive site on the top of the

With the pandemic, outdoor dining has become more popular. Therefore, bringing interior design ideas outside has also seen an increase in popularity. Not to mention, people working from home have also helped grow this trend. As we are stuck at

Located in the South of France, the pink salt lakes are a dazzling view that will inspire you. This active salt field in the French Camargue area stretches across 20,000 acres and dates back to the Roman Empire. The vast

We got to visit the Summer Exhibition 2021 at the Royal Academy London where every year, at the academy, an artist coordinator directs a show. This year was Yinka Shonibare’s turn to meet with the committee and review entries to

During our Scottish exploration, we visited the idyllic village of Braemar. The well-known village hosts the Braemar Gathering Highland games, held annually on the first Saturday in September, and is traditionally attended by the British royal family. Additionally, the village

We stayed at the luxurious Prestonfield House located in Edinburgh during our Scottish travels. The building used to be residential, but has become a gorgeous hotel 60 years ago. The opulent home sits in a 20-acres garden and is very

While traveling around the UK, we stayed at the Middleton Lodge Estate. This unique stay is a gorgeous country retreat perfect for a getaway from the busy day-to-day. Located in 200 acres of rural Yorkshire, this estate is owned by

In the beautiful and lush Botanical Gardens of Medellin, Colombia, lies the Orquideorama. This unique canopy, designed by Plan B Architects and JPRCR Arquitectos, is a large structure made of steel and timber. The main idea for the creation of

Bogota, Columbia, is famous for the picturesque Andes mountains and their diverse art and architecture scene. Colombians have a colorful history of using calming earthy tones in their textiles and terracotta designs. Upon visiting Folies’s furniture design store in Bogota, we

In downtown Bogota, by Calle 11, there is an old payphone that is part of Proyecto 2415017. This project is an installation that gives tourists a taste of Colombian history. The payphone is just like the ones that were extremely

In Bogota, Colombia, we visited the oldest part of the city. La Candelaria is full of narrow cobblestone streets, pastel-colored houses, churches, and graffiti walls. Additionally, the area features some beautifully restored houses, while others have dilapidated as time went

Fernando Botero is a Colombian artist who painted overtly round figures and still life subjects. Mostly known as Botero, the artist had worked as a set designer and illustrator at the start of his career. At the age of 21,

In this article, we’re going out of the normal route to visit the small town of Salento. Located in the northern hills of Quindio department in western Colombia, this town of just 7,000 residents is a hot spot among, mostly

Artesanias de Colombia gathers the skills and craftsmanship of the best artisans in the country. This entity shares Colombia’s culture and crafts with the world, emphasizing authentic methods and techniques. Visiting their showroom gives you a glimpse of Colombian culture

Cocora Valley Colombia is famous for hosting the tallest palm trees in the world. However, their enormous size wasn’t the only thing that surprised us. The abundance of colors and textures looks calming and relaxing, providing enough inspiration for our

The Chimu empire was one of the largest at its time, expanding its territory to a significant part of the north coast of Peru. Additionally, the Chimu were known as the most significant metal workers of ancient Peru. We visited

We are so captivated by the Belmond Hotel because of the breathtaking scenic views and the peaceful free-roaming llamas. Local wool art at the hotel is the inspiration for this interior material palette. The Belmond Sanctuary Lodge is paradise on

Visiting Huanchaco, Peru, we find the Seaside City interesting, especially its unique reed boats. Reed boats are iconic of Huanchaco and have been spotted on the shorelines for more than 3,000 years. Fishermen ride out the reed boats to sea

Our recent trip to Machu Picchu provided us with unlimited inspiration. The Inca citadel emphasizes an abundance of greenery, textured stone walls, and intriguing city gridwork. Therefore, we translated these elements into a stunning mood board. Machu Picchu was believed

Just outside of Trujillo, Peru, we visited the breathtakingly historical site of Chan Chan. The historic town located in the northwest region of the country was home to the Chimú Empire. The Chimú lived in a desert area of Peru,

The Peruvian rainforest is located near the western Andes. With over 50 rivers, the rainforest has very fertile and rich soil. Additionally, the Amazon rainforest has a wide variety of insects, animals, and plants that live in humid and hot

When craving inspiration for designing a multi-colored carpet, we knew where to look for it. Our recent visit to Peru was enough to get our concept drawn out instantly. Accordingly, we created a complimentary mood board that will enchant you

When looking for inspiration to create a retro color palette, we took some from our visit to Dimore Studio and their inspiring exhibit at the Milan Design Week. Emiliano Salci and Britt Moran are the creatives behind this brand, whose

For our latest mood board, we decided to take inspiration from none other than the works of Gae Aulenti. Aulenti was a famous Italian architect and designer with an eclectic and diverse career. From industrial and exhibition design to graphics

Milan Design Week 2021 hosted the Design In Motion exhibit by Brazil. The event at Portico Richini of Milan University shows a unique perspective of contemporary furnishings. The concepts center around creativity, craftsmanship, sustainable materials, and innovative designs. The Brazilian agency

As we wandered away from Milan’s urban chaos, we visit the avantgarde blue building at via Balzaretti, 4 . Toiletpaper Home is the quirky world of Toiletpaper magazine. Their headquarters prove that unexpected things can coexist. The unique facade features

While in Italy this month, we visited the magical city of Venice. Aside from the unusual waterways and ancient buildings, there was another stand-out feature: laundry hanging in the streets. There is no section on outdoor clotheslines in any guidebook,