Driftwood lamps in a modern home - yes or no ?

Quatropi Limited

7 years ago

Just looking for a little feedback on driftwood lamps in a modern setting. Do you think that it works well ?

Yes it works well

No they shouldn't be used in this setting

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Isidora Markovic
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago
Definitely! I think driftwood is versatile and can work with many styles - costal, contemporary, mediterranean:

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Works for me
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Crystal Woods
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Yes it can and does work with various different styles & concepts

Driftwood lamps in a modern home - yes or no ?

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