Have you ever walked into someone's home and looked around and thought, wow, look at that sideboard or look at the gorgeous dining table, that's statement furniture. It is essentially a piece of furniture which can hold its own in any room, it gives the room focus and direction and all of the other factors in the room accentuate this one piece of furniture.

Have you ever walked into someone's home and looked around and thought, wow, look at that sideboard or look at the gorgeous dining table, that's statement furniture. It is essentially a piece of furniture which can hold its own in any room, it gives the room focus and direction and all of the other factors in the room accentuate this one piece of furniture.

To choose the perfect statement pieces for your home, consider not only your style but also your interests. Those who are passionate about European history might incorporate French reproduction pieces, such as intricately hand-carved Louis XV chairs and console tables. An outdoors lover who seeks to replicate the feeling of nature in her bedroom might choose a whimsical headboard with carved birds, or a chest displaying motifs of painted flowers and vines.

The minimalist look is deceptive and tricky - it may seem like it is a simple thing to do because it requires less pieces and more clean lines. But pulling it off is actually tricky because your goal is not to make the living room look bare - this is not really what being minimalist is about. The best thing to do to pull off the minimalist look is to get a few statement furniture pieces and arrange them in your living room.

Conservatory furniture shops will sell cushions in a range of fabrics and might just have what you're looking for. This will be the cheapest option but don't rule out having cushion covers custom made. A local interior design shop will have reams of fabrics for you to choose from and will be able to advise on colours and patterns. It may be more viable to take this route when you come to replacing the original shop bought cushion covers.

Many southwest coffee tables have the Mexican style clavos on them, either around the edges or attached to leather straps across the top. These clavos come in many different types of metals and add so much flavor to the piece. All metals, copper, bronze, nickel and wrought iron are incorporated into southwest coffee tables. Metals add to the rustic flavor and statement made with southwest furniture.

As you walk around the furniture showroom, or simply browse a few websites, bear in mind your basic furniture requirements. Think about what you're trying to create a modern, contemporary effect. Maybe you live in a period property and want to hark back to former times.

Colors are another important aspect of office designing. When you have selected the type of office reception furniture, choose their colors carefully. Color matching is not only essential with wall paint, but more than that. Go for a corporate color that matches the company logo. You can accentuate the wall with the same color to establish the individuality of your brand.Once you've made your choices, all that's left to do is pay and wait for delivery.

If you have old furniture in the room, it's easier to dispose of this before the new furniture arrives. Prep the room, so that when the delivery guys arrive they can place the furniture where it belongs.