Guest Picks: Bring the World Home's Styles

In the soul of the 2012 summer Olympics in London, I have gathered together 20 noteworthy design things from a selection of countries. Bring a small amount of international glamour into your own house! — Emma in The Marion House Novel

Uzbek Craft

Antique Suzani – $187.79

Suzani fabrics come in Uzbekistan and are delicately stitched with an array of patterns. They can be utilized as throws on the sofa or chair or hung on the wall. They may also be utilized over a table.

Orla Kiely

Stem Jacquard Towel – $6

Bring a taste of Ireland in your house with these bold towels by Irish designer Orla Kiely. They are a fun way.

L’aviva house

granada lantern – $595

This faceted glass pendant lighting is from Granada, Spain. It would be ideal in an entryway or an elegant bathroom.

TK Collections

Fouquet Chair, Black/Silver

While I think of France, the first ideas that come to mind are those and food superb Parisian cafés. Bring a little France house with you with those woven bistro seats.

The Loaded Trunk

Mexican Coverlet, Gray – $309

If you’re trying to find a new coverlet for your bed or hanging to your wall, then look no farther than those Mexican throws, occasionally referred to as tenangos. They come in vibrant colours and trendy neutrals in this way gray one.

HORNE

Mud Pebble Bowls – $37

I love the natural form and colours of those bowls by Australian style firm Mud. They’d be ideal exhibited in an open plate in your kitchen.

Imports From Marrakesh

Moroccan Wedding Blanket, WSB-43 – $650

Moroccan wedding blankets are amazing handmade finishes which could work at the base of the bed or on the wall. They are coated in tiny sequins which reflect and perform with the light, making them great additions to any room.

Hill’s Native Art

The Bear Mother Chest – CAD 5,500

This stunning carved blanket box is by Canadian artist Chester Patrick. Use it on your living area underneath a painting or on your entryway.

The Rug Company

VW Flag Rug – $4,125

Iconic fashion designer Vivienne Westwood brings it home to Britain with her take on the Union Jack. This wool rug could make an impression on your living room or bedroom.

Paola Navone

Paola Navone Nuvola Collection

The Italians are famous for their impeccable style, and this lavish armchair made by Paola Navone is no exclusion.

Etsy

Vintage Tsutsugaki Furoshiki Indigo Cloth by Orime – $270

I’d love to hang a classic Japanese textile similar to this indigo one above my bed or mantelpiece. The rich blue colour would look outstanding at a primarily white area.

Mjölk

Aalto Savoy Case, Clear – CAD 139

Finnish architect Alvar Aalto brings his clean, modern style to the Savoy vase. An iconic piece like this could always find a place in your house.

Turkish Towel Store

Linen Turkish Towel Pestemal, Linen and Dark Blue Striped – $9.75

Dress your powder room with these Turkish hand towels. Their lightweight makeup means that dry quickly and look amazing folded over a towel rack.

Design Within Reach

Eames Hang-It-All | Design Within Reach – $199

The iconic American designers Charles and Ray Eames deliver their midcentury modern aesthetic to the hanger. I adore the bright burst of colour this brings to a room.

The Loaded Trunk

Java Batik Pillow – $99

I feel these Javanese pillows from Indonesia are totally lovely and will make fantastic additions to your sofa. The fabric comes from recycled classic sarongs which are made using the traditional batik procedure.

Amazon

Thai Granite Mortar and Pestle – $53.99

While I think of Thailand, I believe of this meals. The granite mortar and pestle is integral to many Thai dishes, and this one is really good looking you can leave it out in your counter tops.

Harounian Rugs International

Mardi Gras Rug, Red/Multi

Made from recycled Indian sari fabric, this multicolored rug is both soft to the touch and beautiful to check at.

Pretty Mommy

Senegalese Knitting Basket, Green – $52

This basket woven by women in Senegal joins vibrant vinyl and grass to generate an eye catching storage bin. I’ve got a couple of them throughout my house.

IKEA

Malin Cirkel Fabric – $4.99

There is a good chance that you have a bit of Sweden into your home. If you have ever shopped at Ikea, then you’ve done the country proud. This whimsical fabric is among the newest things in the store, and it may be used for curtains or pillows.

L’aviva house

frazadas – $305

I can not get enough of the gorgeous, bold stripes on those Bolivian blankets, or frazadas. Textiles like those have so many applications: Bring it with you to the beach or the cabin, or leave it at home and use it on your mattress.

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DwellStudio

Draper Stripe Ink Rug – $450

Bold alternating stripes in white and black make this carpet a standout. Add it to a living area or bedroom for some picture punch.

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