The 'Populuxe' Collection If you're not already familiar, Populuxe was a consumer culture and aesthetic in the United States, popular in the 1950s and 1960s - the term being a portmanteau of popular and luxury. The work of various artists, graphic, furniture, interior designers and architects is associated with the Populuxe movement and overlaps with the effortlessly cool mid-century aesthetic. 'Larson Ochre' as wall mural also available in regular rolls and fabric So it felt right to call Blackpop's new AW23 collection ‘Populuxe’. Consisting of five pared back colour designs that combine sleek lines and organic shapes, with...
DOPAMINE DECOR GOING ALL OUT Whether you're a recent convert or a long term lover of Blackpop, then you might already be familiar with the whole concept that is 'Dopamine Decor'. A type of neurotransmitter, Dopamine is the 'feel good' chemical our bodies make and our nervous systems use.It plays a key role in how we feel pleasure and induces feelings of happiness. 'Hampton Hex' wallpaper - photograph courtesy of Paperfarm Inc Less of a trend and more of a way of living, the rise of decorating our homes, workand leisure spaces in ways that make us feel joyful is...
The Passion for Pink Whether you’re team Barbie, team Sindy or have no interest in poseable fashion dolls whatsoever, the summer of love for brand Barbie is well and truly here. Whilst we might be more inclined towards Oppenheimer oursleves, the all consuming passion for pink feels everso slightly infectious and there’s no denying that pink has had a resurgence and a warm acceptance throughout the interiors world in the last few years.Pink is the colour for the expression of emphatic and nurturing love - surely a fabulous thing? Warm soft pinks are physically soothing, cool tones like magenta are...
'BELLE' DRESSED IN MONK THE INSPO As we continue to run through the UK's festival season, we thought we'd reveal some of the musical inspo that sits behind one of Blackpop's most loved designs. From jazz to punk, disco to funk, it's safe to say that listening to music and experiencing live sessions, is something the whole team are everso slightly obsessed with. The debut of our new 'Belle' sofa is no exception when it comes to artistic influence. Designed with sheer comfort and lounging in mind, this lovely two seater version above is upholstered in our 'Monk' cotton...
'They Call me Mellow Yellow...' Whether you’re a fan of saffron or sunflower, mustard, ochre or banana, yellow can be one of the most uplifting colours we can use in our interiors projects.Blackpop's super popular 'Walladawn' and 'Fresco' designs are bursting with a range of glorious yellows and are especially good for creating that welcoming hallway, kitchen or sunroom. Or you can use them as a compliment to an accent colour that adds a pop of full on sunshine goodness.Both are available in fabric and wallpaper. If you need any help with creating your something spectacular, please email or give...
