H Magazine, Kigali (2024)

21/06/2022

Brighten your bedroom with sunshine yellow color.

A bedroom is arguably one of the most important rooms in our homes when it comes to decorating and mostly, it reflects the personality of its owner. You can make your bedroom turn out exceptionally good with yellow, color of rejuvenation. Yellow symbolizes energy, vitality, freshness, and positivity. If you are all about bringing elegance and sophistication to your space, then try out these colors that go with yellow
Yellow and purple: These two colors complement very well each other. Yellow and purple mixed create a classy yet still colorful look.
Yellow and blue: This is hands down the chic pairing and these two colors are fresh and the most versatile. You can use yellow and blue in any room in your house.

Yellow and Black: If you don’t want your room to be dramatic, yellow and black is your color combination then. The two colors make a big visual impact in a room.
Yellow and white: For joyful people, yellow and white bring works best for them and the two colors bring a serene aspect to the bedroom
Yellow and green: An earthy combination that does well together and they make a room a welcoming place to relax and unwind.
Want to get an experienced interior designer to help you select the right shades of yellow for your room. Visit Studio Marler and transform your home into the vision you desire.

16/06/2022

Tricks for picking a perfect color palette for your space!

It can be a daunting task to pick out the perfect color palette for your space. We have compiled some tricks to help you in choosing the color palette, which fits into your home style.

Follow the rule of three: This is one of the best interior design tricks that will allow you to not so many colors that would turn out to be overwhelming. You can choose one color to be the main and use the other two to act as secondary and accent colors. All these colors have to complement each other when applied.

Use classic pairings: We all know how black and white are timeless pairings that are easily customizable. Consider some of the other classic dynamic color pairings that can allow you to incorporate a third accent color to spice the overall design.

Go Monochromatic: When in doubt, stick to one color. You can opt for your favorite color; usually bold colors such as green works best in any setting. And, if you think that it can be a bit boring, you can add some neutrals like white to get a bold and balanced room.

There you have it; you can go ahead and pick an impressive color palette. If you need assistance to pick out a perfect color for your painting process, reach out to to help you choose a color palette that will enable you to maintain your space’s overall appearance.

13/06/2022

Restaurant design trends!

They don’t say we eat with our eyes first for no reason and undeniably people would love to try out a new restaurant only because they have top-notch designs that would allow them to have a greatly enjoyable experience. If you are thinking of starting a restaurant or already owns one; here are favorite restaurant design trends you should consider:

Nostalgic elements: Add a throwback in the design style such as using design patterns from the 1980s or 1990s as a basis for your project. You can consider adding catchy & popular phrases, music themes with tapes, or clean abstract illustrations on the walls to bring in a creative and unique décor.

Warmer palettes: Warmer tones such as red, orange, and yellow make people feel happy and cheerful. Additionally, these colors can profoundly impact feelings of hunger, thirst, comfort, and even romance in people.

Furniture and fittings: A great combination of chairs and tables that fit your color palette will create a welcoming atmosphere. You should offer alternative seating options from stools to booths, and couches. Also, you can opt for square, rectangle, or circular tables to your design décor.

Texture: When selecting artwork for your restaurant, use pieces that highlight unique textures. Incorporating and mixing numerous textures via unique furnishings, textiles, and lighting adds personality, originality, and enhances the overall depth of the space.

27/04/2022

Earth tones, the décor trend that is here to stay!

Earth tones create a nature-friendly atmosphere, which brings the warmth and comfort needed in a home. These tones come from anything related to nature such as brown soil, cloud sky, and green leaf. Nowadays, interior designers are replacing cool tones that have been here for a long with earth tones to create spaces that feel safe and durable. They are different shades of earth tones such as;
Rich brown: If you want to create a sturdy interior with a sense of fortress, which brings comfort and energy, and bring rich brown shade to the room.

Black on black: Do you want to highlight depth and tactility in your interior design? Make bold statements by combing black with black and you’ll love the impeccable results.

Minty mood: Bring the perfect effect to your home by combining neo mint with cooler tones such as shades of green for a soothing aesthetic.

Grey: Combine grey with neutrals for a calming feel. You can mix chrome, brushed, or gold for accent metal features.

We hope you liked earth tones and that would consider them for your next interior design project.

06/04/2022

Optimize your bedroom’s color palette for a restful sleep!

We often don’t realize how the colors painted in a room can affect the quality and amount of sleep. Some experts believe that colors affect mood and energy levels. Nothing beats a stylish décor with welcome and relaxing colors in a room. For a hotel, guest house, motel, or your personal home to name a few it’s imperative to pay attention to the color palette in guestrooms or your own rooms. Let’s take a closer look at which colors are best rated for better sleep.
Muted blue: Shades of blue are best for relaxation. Blue is prevalent in nature and it is perceived as a color that has a calming effect. Studies indicates that people who sleep in blue rooms are more likely to wake up feeling happy and positive. You can consider using it as an accent color on a white or butter yellow.
Earth tones: Earth tones are a mixture of richer colors such as orange, yellow, and blue. Earth tones not only create a cohesive and delightful interiors, but also promote better relaxation and sleep. A soft tone od beige or a shade of caramel make your guestroom visually appealing and gives off a calming atmosphere.
Light green: Green gives a comfortable feeling depending on the hue. Light green blends with any color and pretty much works with any décor. Too much green in a room can be boring, so you might want to spice up the color palette with strong shades like bright orange or red. It’s best to choose colors with a soothing vibe.
The science of color is helpful when choosing a color palette for better sleep; therefore, if you want to promote better sleep for yourself or your guests, the color palette should be geared toward creating a comfortable environment and perfectly fit the overall décor.

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29/03/2022

Our Favorite Things: Rugs from

Hertex started in 1987 as a passion project by Peter Herrmann and his wife Coba to help people elevate their interior schemes. Today, it has turned into one of the largest fabric distributors in South Africa.
Our favorite products from Hertex Fabrics are rugs. Their winter 2021 rug collection features more than 100 new styles that are redesigned to suit various people’s styles and design purposes. Rugs carry a lot of advantages along with them and they warm up your room while adding a decorative touch. According to Hertex Fabrics, rugs add texture, interest, and comfort to a space and we couldn’t agree more. This rugs collection resonates with any décor scheme and they offer elegance, effortless grandeur, and they bring you a step closer to nature and add glamour to any interior setting. We can’t emphasize enough how rugs are an excellent addition that goes beyond appearances to your space. Practical, versatile, beautiful, easy to clean, and a best fit for both indoors and outdoors, you definitely need a rug. uses Hertex fabrics to produce their products and guess what? You can find quality Hertex fabrics at .

16/03/2022

"write your injuries in dust and your benefits in marble". This quote simply shows the importance that marble on a house as it showcases your struggles and the beauty they created. In the past couple of years, Marble has ruled the interior design world a long time now due to its lightness and multipurpose and there is no exception for 2022. In 2022, interior design is set to focus on materials that are simple to maintain, good-looking, and multi-useful. Marble will be stronger in 2022 because people are gravitating towards materials that are useful in their houses and looks good as well which in short is "Marble". Interior designers agree that marble helps to shape a particular house aesthetic depending on how refined the marble is and which kind of rock the marble was derived from. Marble especially those kinds which have a mixture of other colors in them brings a relaxing yet elegant feel to the house. Marble is most of the time used in living spaces, bathrooms, and the kitchen because these are rooms that are mostly frequented by many people in the house, so they need to be as elegant and relaxing as possible.

02/03/2022

Our favorite things: Design bar pillows

bar is an interior design shop that sells different interior pieces like couches, hangings on the wall, and especially these beautiful pillows. These pillows range from colorful bright colors to earthy and calm colors. these pillows are in various forms with various designs where they are used as decorative pillows. They brighten your mood or cool you off of a high mood depending on the pair of pillows you choose for your house that day. Complement your house, days, and moods with these simple, but lavish pillows.

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22/02/2022

Sky Blue: Peace and Serenity

Interior design decor is getting to a point where they are more about how people feel about them and the amount of comfort these colors bring and not how their houses are supposed to look. Sky blue is very on-trend right now with the climate being harsh and rainy, people want their houses to make them forget the chaos outside.

Sky blue is often paired with bright colors like yellow, white, and even reds because they help each other pop and still keep that welcoming and bright aura in the house. Painting sky blue helps you to bring outdoors indoors and also it helps to increase the amount of light in the house as the blue attracts light which makes your house magnificent.

17/02/2022

Our Favorite Things: Handwoven bowls from Azizi Life Studio.

Azizi Life collects different creations of artisans around Rwanda and as we continue to explore their page, we discover beautiful things you can put into your house. Today, we are talking about hand-woven bowls. What’s more exciting about these bowls is their designs, which can give a spectacular look in your kitchen, your dining room, and also hang on your walls. These hand-woven bowls are made from forest grass and large sisal leaves. These bowls will for sure ravish your walls and make your house beautiful and warm, and they can be a very good gift to families. Find these absolute beauties on their website www.azizilife.com.

10/02/2022

Nature Technology has been overtaking our lives even down to the materials we use in our homes. Due to how frequently people out there spend a lot of time on their computers, telephones, and whatnot, these technological materials are becoming too tiresome that natural materials are regaining popularity. There is a growing need of balancing the prominent digital life with the nature side of the Earth. This gives space for materials like wooden tables, dressers, bamboo decorations, and other natural materials to our homes. In this year 2022, we expect less technological materials and more natural ones, which are naturally friendly and provide our homes a view that is relaxing cozy. Natural materials carry a significant message of teaching people to embrace natural products while protecting the environment by avoiding to use of harmful products such as plastics, which have a big carbon footprint.

07/02/2022

Thoms Interior Design: Interior Design Studio

Thoms Interior Design is one of the leading interior design studios that started operating in 2013 to provide interior architecture and design services for residential, commercial, and hospitality. Thoms Interior Design has been helping people to design their residential houses, restaurants, and workplaces by joining forces with a customer through their well-thought-out design process which entails meeting and having an agreement, to develop the idea and the concept, to designing and creating, and last but not least, to build and install. This allows them to be able to develop a piece that will hold meaning to the customer and still be beautiful and creative. Thoms interior design uses raw materials from Rwanda and on special occasions from abroad. Thoms interior design's vision is to enlarge its presence in Rwanda as well as abroad as they've been working both ways and want to increase.
Have we spiked your interest? Get in touch with Thoms Interior design by sending them a direct message on their page Thoms Interior Design .

03/02/2022

Green: The fresh emblem of well-founded hope

Green represents growth, freshness, and happiness and is that color that makes people feel rested and secure. Now more than ever, people are getting more and more interested in decorating their homes with colors that are vibrant and luxurious at the same time. Interior design is rotating towards decorating houses with rich colors like green especially due to its rich diversity in green shades from the lighter tones to jade up until to darker or loyal green. Green in all its glorious various shades goes well with n**e hues like Beige, yellow, or even white depending on the depth of the green you use. Green is known for the serenity and calmness that it carries throughout its shades and it is said that when a room is painted with green, people who are in that room are rubbed by the calmness of the color, and its brightness influence big positive energy onto people.

02/02/2022

Our Favorite Things: Kitenge Lampshades from More Than Sparrows
It’s amazing to see how Kitenge fabrics, which are commonly created to be worn are emerging in interior design. The creative designers are now taking advantage of Kitenge's versatility and are using them on different home accessories, which turns out to be impeccably beautiful.
Lighting is undoubtedly one of the most crucial ingredients when decorating your space. Not only does it brighten dark corners, but it also affects your emotions and can make you more relaxed and productive. Therefore, you need a lamp that is uniquely created for you and the one that will set you apart. Bring a little piece of Kitenge Fabric with these awesome lampshades from Sugira Morethansparrows which is led by a group of ladies with a mission of changing their lives through love, unity, and hard work using their hands and knowledge. Visit their store in Remera, Kigali on street KG225 for more handmade products.

21/01/2022

Do we go kitchen red or we go home?

When it comes to colors, everyone has their preferences, some like darker shades, others like lighter shades, while others don’t mind any color. In your house, the most important part is the kitchen as it is where you cook, you may eat, and build memories and routines with your family. Be it parents cooking with their children on a Saturday morning, or parents making a quick breakfast for their children before they go to school.
Your kitchen is a sacred place to your family, so it needs a meaningful color. Did you know that the color red in your kitchen can increase your family’s appetite when they are dining in the kitchen?
Many people stray away from red as it is a bold color or a risky color, but choosing a tone from a variety from dark to soft hues of red concerning your preference can be possible. Red often goes well with a white or black color combo. What do you think, do we go kitchen red or we go home?

19/01/2022

Our Favorite Things: Well-lit lamps from LAMPS PLUS Gallery

Well-made furniture is by far the most important element of any room décor, but what is the key to setting the right mood? Lighting. Lighting is proven to keep your space well-lit, stylish, and most importantly, functional.

The manufacturing industry in Rwanda has opened doors to creativity among Rwandans to the extent we never imagined and today, we’re spotlighting our favorite thing, which is the table and floor lamps from Lamps Plus Gallery. These lamps are made of materials from sisal trees that grow in . The materials used in the manufacturing of these lamps are softened to make magnificent covers for lamps. These lamps are placed on the ceiling, floor, or tables and they are known to light well if they are light in the dark as their soft glow comforts and relaxes many people.

If you want to brighten things up, don’t hesitate to get yourself these beautiful Lamps Plus Gallery at Kimironko, Kigali, Rwanda.

11/01/2022

Baskets for your wall from Azizi Life
We can collectively agree that a bare wall is boring. A few years back, wall art has been largely ignored; however, the importance of wall décor has risen considerably lately. Decorating walls in your house enhances the look of the home. If you chose the perfect kind of wall art, it beautifies the entire room and makes it exceptional and lively.
Thanks to Azizi Life, we can say goodbye to plain walls and add meaning to the walls in our homes. The beautiful handmade baskets woven by women in Rwanda can bring an exclusive texture to your room. They come in different shapes, sizes, and colors, which will undoubtedly add freshness and flair to your room. We need to start the year in style and these baskets can spruce the aesthetic of the entire room. Style your wall with Azizi Life baskets today, it is located in Kacyiru KG 5 Ave in Ubumwe House Ground floor. Just in case you want to pass by to check more of their cute goodies such as laundry baskets and many more.

07/01/2022

Our Favorite Things: Eco-friendly wooden products from Tugirimana woodworks
It is of utmost importance to ensure that you consider hygriene and health in your kitchen. When cooking and serving consider wood products over the popular plastic serveware. Plastics can become scratched and damaged, which can cause disease incubation. They can also hold leftover food inviting the dreaded bugs. One of the great reasons to choose wooden products over conventional ones is the material itself, not only that wood is durable, but also it is safe because wooden products make the food healthier since they can’t leach chemicals into your food.
Tugirimana woodworks are helping people to opt for eco-friendly wooden products without compromising on style and function. They produce chopping boards, plates, bowls, and plates made of locally sourced woods around Rwanda. Most of the products are made of umusave, red eucalyptus, and muvula wood. These produce distinctive and strong kitchenware and tableware and is treated with beeswax to ensure the safety of food without ingesting any chemicals. Check out Tugirimana Woodworks and replace conventional serveware with eco-friendly wooden products.

04/01/2022

Should curtains be dark or light in color?
Curtains have always been an important part of any room décor. Curtains when chosen carefully give a sense of design know-how as well as a touch of elegance to the room. However, sometimes it becomes hard to find a perfect balance between your personal preferences and the good choice of curtains when it comes to lighter and darker shades for curtains. So, should curtains be light or dark? Find out below
Light curtains usually have a thin structure, so they shape the room beautifully by making it look larger. Also, they are transparent; hence, offering a clear outside view, which adds a new element to the room décor. Also, If the room gets a lot of sunlight, go for light curtains to help you bounce sunlight away and keep the room cooler. However, they are affected by dust, so better use them in a room with no high traffic.
On the other hand, dark curtains can give a room a striking look and can make an oversized room feel cozier because they will bring the walls into the space. Also, they are not affected by dust and dirt. But, dark curtains absorb heat and radiate it. Additionally, be careful with the dark color you chose because they can be overwhelming in small rooms and ruin the room’s aesthetic.

28/12/2021

Our favorite things: Beeswax Candles from Beetiful Creations

Can candles affect how we feel about our space or play an important role in the physiological effects of mood, stress, and working capacity? A candle is much more than a fragrant piece of décor. There’s nothing quite like lighting a candle to set the tone of a calm and soothing atmosphere ideal for your moment of meditation, reading, or while you’re in the bath.
Locally, we produce beeswax candles in Rwanda. These candles produce a lovely ambiance that can’t be replicated, they burn cleanly and have no added fragrances except those added by production. Beetiful creations is a social enterprise based in Muhanga, Rwanda working with local beekeepers and artisans to support them through the sale of their honey and beeswax products. These candles come in a range of various shapes, colors, and sizes. You can get your candle customized in the shape, color, or size you want. Our favorite candle is the one scented with eucalyptus and lemongrass, which are insects repellants. If you want to a perfect. These candles burn brighter with a beautiful warmth; therefore, if you want an end of year gift, be sure to check out the candles from Beetiful Creations.

22/12/2021

Christmas decorating trends

Christmas is on the way and we know the feeling of wanting to make it more special. Tradition and many classic Christmas décor hands down remain a great unique and fun holiday décor and they are back in a strong way in this year’s Christmas. We’ve compiled the Christmas décor trends you need to consider to make it a memorable one.
Traditional red, green, and white: This is the season where we want to keep everything merry and bright. We are embracing these Christmas colors on the Christmas tree, gifts warp, and our table.
Multiple Christmas trees: Long gone are the days of dedicating one corner to a Christmas tree. Now you can have more than one like it would be ideal to put one on your entryway as a joyous way to invite guests inside.
Frame family pictures and display them in the tree: Get that beautiful or funny photo of your family members that you know will bring happiness to them. Pictures are proven to stimulate memories.
Create a fun display of Christmas cards and family pictures: Christmas cards are a perfect way to reflect your emotions during the holiday season. Put a smile on your loved ones' faces with a heartfelt message. Get creative and hang any colored ribbon shaped like a star wherever you desire and attach the cards to the ribbon.
Christmas wreath: Using greenery wreaths is one of the simplest ways to decorate for Christmas. Hang a big wreath on your front door or over a mirror. It can also look lovely or pretty on the back of a chair.
Twinkle lights: A Christmas décor is not complete if they are no twinkle lights. Lights are not for Christmas trees only, but also can be added anywhere in your Christmas décor such as fireplace garlands.

17/12/2021

Lighting Trends: See the designs set to brighten our homes in the coming year.
Lighting should never be overlooked in your space. Lighting is an essential component to a successful design scheme and it is important for our home to be comfortable and beautiful. There are several notable trends every homeowner should take not in 2022
1. Art deco lighting: Art Deco characterized by symmetrical patterns and geometric details create a distinctive and futuristic effect. Art Deco has never fallen out of fashion; however, it is now described as a classic look. They provide endless sources of inspiration with their signature shapes, materials, and colors.
2. Handmade pendant lights: The need of looking for the handmade options is growing and handmade pendant lights are perceived to be more genuine than other types of lighting options due to their superior quality.
3. Architectural chandeliers: This lighting makes a great replacement for traditional chandeliers and they help create consistency of light throughout the room and provide proper light levels without the use of direct light on objects.
4. Metallic and marble floor lamps: Floor lamps illuminate the area at eye level and increase the chic quotient of the room without compromising the functionality and the usage of your room.

14/12/2021

Our favorite things: Cutting board from G&JMax
Your kitchen is not complete without a quality cutting board. One of the most benefits of wood cutting boards is their durability and how they are easy to maintain compared to other materials like plastic cutting boards; therefore, you need a sturdy, safe for food, preparation, and a reliable cutting board in your kitchen.
You definitely need quality, natural, and wooden chopping boards and we highly recommend cutting boards from G&JMax. G&JMax is an arts and craft store, which creates sustainable handcrafts made by passionate and creative women from Rwanda. For people who are more health-conscious, these properly wooden cutting boards can’t easily store bacteria since they stop the growth of and kill bacteria applied to their surface, unlike plastic cutting boards. Additionally, wood cutting boards protect your knives and they are biodegradable and renewable. Find cutting boards from G&JMax KN 7, opposite St Etienne.

10/12/2021

Home Office Design Trend: Eco-friendly style
Working from home is the new normal and home offices are becoming the most functional room in the house. A home office design should be conducive to effective work without any inconvenience. Naturalness, tranquillity, and fresh air are vital conditions while working. To foster a safe and comfortable workplace, opt for eco-friendly design trends:
Natural lighting: Natural light adds more warmth and beauty; therefore, allowing the daylight to pe*****te the room, you can use light blinds or roller blinds.
Natural materials: Wood, bricks, and stones are beautiful sustainable natural materials that help make office work more appealing
Elements of nature: Consider potted plants and aquariums for freshness and to feel connected back to nature, which is proven to improve your productivity.
Light monochrome: Natural shades such as brown, beige, gray, blue, and matte white can help you promote creativity in the workplace.

07/12/2021

Our Favorite Things: Woven Christmas decorations from Talking Through Art
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. The tradition of decorating a Christmas tree is one of the most awaited occasions every year. Now that we have stepped into December, having a perfectly decorated Christmas tree is a must. Usually, the Christmas tree is decorated to mark the celebrations festive seasons and countdown to New Year’s Eve.
We loved Christmas decorations from Talking Through Art, a non-profit organization based in Rwanda to create art-related employment opportunities for people with physical impairment. This year, we are presented with an opportunity to put aside the old ways of decorating Christmas trees by using woven Christmas decorations, which are stunning, artistic, and of course not cliché. The woven Christmas decorations come in various shapes and colors. You can get yours today for your early Christmas preparations at Talking through art KK 722 St, Kigali, Rwanda. Also, the woven Christmas decorations can be shipped anywhere in the world!

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