From a colourful restaurant in Moscow and TV series living rooms brought to life to an ocean-inspired hotel in Spain and latte art that celebrates birds, these are top VISI picks of the week series – week 284.

1. Abu Ghosh Restaurant by Studio Shoo

Studio Shoo is behind the design of Abu Ghosh, a small, 22 m² street food-inspired restaurant in Moscow. The space is filled with bright colours, interesting patterns and antique detailing, including a beautiful green fountain.

Image credit: Polina Poludkina via studioshoo.com

2. Latte Art by Kunit92

Japanese barista Kusanagi, known on Instagram as Kunit92, creates bird illustrations in colourful foam on top of lattes. Originally inspired by her own Bourke’s parrot Sakura, she now creates a variety of birds, from cockatiels to sparrows.

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Image credit: Kunit92 on Instagram

3. IKEA Recreates Decor From Famous TV Shows

Swedish furniture and home goods giant IKEA has recreated the living rooms featured in renowned sitcoms, from Friends and The Simpsons to Stranger Things. Conceptualised by advertising agency Publicis, the campaign showcases (mostly) real products that you can buy in store and online.

Images via designboom.com

4. The Bright Berber Collection From Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs

South African rug importers Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs have launched a new range of colourful Berber rugs. The collection combines age-old weaving techniques with bright hues and geometric patterns.

Images via finerugs.co.za

5. Neolith at Hotel Llevant

Designed by award-winning architect Pau Llimona, the ethereal interiors of Hotel Llevant on the Costa Brava in Spain are inspired by the ocean. Featuring a wave-inspired ceiling, Pau also made use of Neolith to create the textured flooring, meant to be reminiscent of the ocean floor.

Images courtesy of Neolith

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There’s no easier way to update the look of a room than by adding a beautiful woven rug.

1. Adorn Pacific Hand-tufted Wool and Bamboo Silk Rug from R19 500, Clinton Friedman

2. Bloom Rug from R4 900, Haus By Hertex

3. True Rug (Price on Request), Roche-Bobois

4. The Rug Company X Farrow & Ball Hand-loomed Tibetan Wool Rug from R24 877, The Rug Company

5. Stone Collection Diamond Rug R63 445, OKHA

6. Mandir Rug R1 104, Superbalist.com

7. Eclipse Bamboo Silk Tibetan Rug from R7 800/m², Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs

8. Murano Sunflower Flat-weave Chenille Rug from R9 630, Romo South Africa

9. Turkish Kelim Hourglass R35 100, Herringbone

10. Zuni Rug R6 995, Weylandts

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In search of the perfect rug for your space this winter? Browse these 10 stylish options and take your pick!

1. Kashkuli Gabbeh Rug (155cm X 245cm) R3 805, iRugs.co.za

2. Ethnic Rug (160cm X 230cm) R2 299, Hertex Fabrics at Superbalist.com

3. Navy Damasque Rug (2m X 3m) R4 995, Weylandts

4. Jute Rug With Cut-Out Pattern (75cm) R399, H&M

5. Razor Design R6 800 per square metre, Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs

6. Corbin Rug R11 995, Block and Chisel

7. Round Crochet Rug (120cm) R799.99, Mr P Home

8. Colour Block Wool Kilim (160cm X 220cm) R2 299, @home

9. Small Cross Beige Rug (2m X 3m) R2 999, Airloom

10. Superior Grade Patchwork Persian (1.84m X 1.34m) R8 437 (on sale), Victor Lidchi

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There’s just something about the feel of plush pile underfoot. We love these traditional and contemporary rugs. Rugs are your best option for introducing warmth, softness, texture and splashes of colour to a room without committing to a wall-to-wall carpet. Even one striking rug, with either a classic or modern design, can update your decor and create a cosy atmosphere. Here are 10 statement rugs we love.

1. Reflections crewelwork rug by Allegra Hicks, 2,74  x 1,83 m, R31 500, The Rug Company

2. Clown rug, 2,8 x 1,8 m, R19 500, Mae Artisan Rugs

3. Cypress crewelwork rug by Suzanne Sharp, 2,74  x 1,83 m, R31 500, The Rug Company

4. Dhurrie, R2 200/m2, Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs

5. Triangle rug, 3 x 2,5 m, R29 250, Mae Artisan Rugs

6. Honeycomb round rug, 2,2 m in diameter, R10 700, Mae Artisan Rugs

7. Chaos Theory collection, R7 000/m2, Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs

8. Crazy silk rug, 2,8 x 1,8 m, R45 000, Mae Artisan Rugs

9. Blue Bukhara, R2 200/m2, Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs

10. Crop Circle rug, 3,5 x 2,5 m, R36 750, Mae Artisan Rugs

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Statement wallpaper, creative illustrations and fun, locally designed socks are just some of the things that the VISI team loved this week, here are the top VISI Picks of the Week Series – Week 87.

1. Feathr Wallpaper by Peter Judson

“I love the optical illusion this bright and bold (artist-designed) wallpaper creates,” says content producer Michaela Stehr.

Image credit: designmilk.com

2. Shamekh Bluwi’s Cut-Outs

“Jordanian architect and fashion illustrator Shamekh Bluwi brings his pretty paper illustrations to life by simply making use of his surroundings. Love it!” says online editor Lindi Brownell Meiring.

 

So happy to see all your interpretations of this concept, thank you all for the amazing support, Tag me to see all of your wonderful submissions

A photo posted by shamekh شامخ (@shamekhbluwi) on Jun 19, 2015 at 3:24pm PDT

Image credit: Instagram

3. Gonsenhauser’s Raised Antique Damask Darkened Garden

“Who says art should be restricted to walls? I love the contrasts between the vivid floral print and white space of this rug,” says features editor Tracy Greenwood.

Image credit: finerugs.co.za

4. Adriaan Kuiters X Jody Paulsen Socks

“These life-giving socks are from the latest collaborative range between Cape Town based artist-designer duo, Adriaan Kuiters and Jody Paulsen. The pair told me that this range takes its inspiration from the Dada-ism and Constructivism art movements. Seriously, how could I not fall in love?” asks editor-at-large Malibongwe Tyilo.

Image credit: Malibongwe Tyilo

5. Axor Citterio E Washbasin Mixer in Red Gold

Managing editor Lise Avis thinks this red gold mixer is a prime example of luxurious, functional design.

Image credit: Axor

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