Making chic-style family home at The Amaryllis

MANILA, Philippines - Families with a taste for signature living will find The Amaryllis their perfect home. Rich in sophisticated elegance from its high quality units to its resort-type amenities and first-class services, the DMCI Homes and Kensington Management Corp. residential development project in New Manila, Quezon City , is already status symbol in itself.

The Amaryllis with its modern concept and design inspires a stylish lifestyle best matched by a chic home at the 22-story residential tower. Chic is a freestyle interior design that still evokes a traditional, contemporary, retro or unconventional look and mood. Whether the theme and accents chosen are subtle or obvious, it will make a two, three, or four-bedroom unit of The Amaryllis more family-friendly by enlivening spaces, enhancing comfort, and keeping orderliness for optimum functionality.   

Chic expression can start in the living room, where a two-bedroom unit with balcony of 59 square meters, including the balcony, opens to a slipcovered sofa with patterned throw pillows, ottomans, wing chairs, two coffee tables, and a fitting rug on the ceramic tiled floor create a fashionable scene. A collection of framed photographs on the painted wall adds interest and drama while a customized bookshelf with ornaments instead of hardcovers make for an interesting divider for the living and dining areas. A brass candelabra, globe, and framed butterflies can also accentuate a shelf or side table.

If a country-style feel is desired, a combination of organic or natural elements, including flowers or even potted plants, would be appropriate. Meanwhile, industrial decor and a gallery-type wall can go fine with a state-of-the art entertainment system in the living room.

In a three-bedroom unit with balcony of 79 sqm., the dining area can be cozy with a side wall in a neutral color accentuated by a brightly colored painting. Pretty table wares, upholstered chairs and luxurious curtains can make it classy. The seldom-tried banquette seating can save on space and can be stylish.   Instead of an expensive chandelier, a paper lantern or woven pendant lamp over the dining table can light up every family meal.

For the bedroom, a combination of pin lights on dimmers, natural light, and accent lamps provide varying levels of ambience at any time of the day. Color balance is achieved by combining bright hues with neutrals and accents. White and solid-colored bedclothes partner well with damask wall paper while bright patterned and printed bedclothes match a soft toned wall color. Framed artworks or giant posters can also bring life to a plain beige wall. Adorning closet doors with decals make the room more attractive. Small extra space can be ideal for either can armchair or a little night table to hold your scented candles or favorite books.