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Even More Ways to Decorate with the Lampe Berger Collection

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One the interesting things about the Lampe Berger collection of designer lamps is that they come in a solid ceramic style known as The Twilights. You could build entire rooms of Asian décor around the black ceramic boat style and the Croco style which are dark black glass. It also does not get anymore classic than the Black Generous style which looks like an opaque package for men’s cologne. The company also makes a pyramid shape, a milk jar shape, two black cubes and a grey and a black bingo ball shaped lampe in dark black. These go with any décor. If you like primitive art or have a décor that is more tropical or South Pacific in flair then you might like the porcelain and crackle enamel OGO which features an abstract design of two faces. This line also includes an iridescent silver Bingo ball shape and a pewter colored shape. The good thing about this line is that it is also is very masculine and suits most seventies styles of lampshades that are silver and round.

The company also makes a series of very whimsical lampes based on patterns. It makes an old style animal print lampe that has a picture of a hummingbird on it. This almost looks like an old porcelain egg coddler from the Victorian era. S similar is a little beveled square lamp that depicts illustrations of the four seasons. This style of Bergere goes well with rustic, cottage and country styles as well as Edwardian and fifties décor.

The company also makes a Lanvin bottle shaped amphora that has the illustration of a gold crown imprinted on black that would look good in a slutty boudoir.

Lampe Aphore has also made some incredibly clever Art Editions of it’s lamps. Lamp Fifi is a Russian egg styled lamp that opens up to reveal a gold monkey inside. It is a round blue ball with another circus monkey serving as the handle. The vent is made out of gold and looks like a canopy of stars.

The company also makes one made of Lalique ice crystal. It is egg shaped with tear drop shaped designs on it’s side. This shiny old-fashioned egg looks like a Victorian or Depression era paperweight.

Another wonderful lamp, that is very fabulous fifties in s style is called Planete. This is a silver ball in the shape of Saturn that has star shaped vents all over it.

All of the above are gorgeous curious that would look good anywhere in any contemporary home.. They are so beautiful that it many people have been tempted to make the gorgeous little lampes the center of their decorating efforts.

How to Decorate Your Dining Room in an Asian Theme

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It is possible to decorate your dining room in an Asian theme without having it looking like a Chinese restaurant. When an Asian theme is done properly it does not look tacky; it looks elegant, calm and inviting. The looks is also quite easy to achieve by just adding a few appropriate accessories. Do not be afraid to coordinate your tables and chairs with your placemats and cutlery.

Serving bowls and dishes should look Chinese and be in the colors of Chinese reds and bamboos. Another popular design is the blue and white Chinese porcelain that features fish. The cutler should be rudimentary and consist of bamboo sticks. Make sure the bowls are big and round for holding steamed rice and soup. A little ceramic wine set also gives the room an authentic Chinese feel. Cherry blossoms make a nice centerpiece and give the dining table a truly fresh Asian look.

The best way to make a difference is to simply shop for the right Asian inspired serving dishes, gable ware, serving dishes, runners and table cloths. Just these few touches can easily add a touch of the orient to your look. You may not want to paint all of your walls in mandarin oranges or bamboo greens but you can add an instant oriental flair by adding folding screens made out of rice paper or Shoji doors combined with Asian potted plants. Exotic knick knacks like Buddha’s, geisha girl figures or swords hanging over the mantelpiece or table can give your table an exotic flair.

You can buy Chinese art or you can do something simple like hang an elegant kimono on the wall. A small tank filled with Chinese fish such as angel fish, carp or goldfish also gives a room an oriental touch especially if it also has a small pond in it.

Any wall that is painted a deep red and then contrasted with woods does automatically convey a room that has a bit of a Chinese flair. To really accomplish the Chinese effect well you can also try furniture that is covered with white or red silk and rattan and finished in a crimson or black lacquer finish.

Lighting is important when it comes to creating this type of look. Although a crystal or wrought iron chandelier would do, wooden or big white paper shades look more Chinese. One idea is to hang little Chinese lanterns in a chandelier to give it more of an Asian celebratory effect.