This weekend Mochi Home went in search of some fresh ideas at the Architectural Digest Home Show (and the Go Green Expo) on the west side of Manhattan. The show certainly did not disappoint with everything from wall coverings to floor coverings to furniture to extravagant displays. Here are some of the highlights that inspired us:

DesignRed Studio offers the most gorgeous decorative painting. Their designs are executed with meticulous precision – so much so, that I thought some of it was printed! It’s always nice to see such exquisite craftsmanship in our mass-produced world.

Can you believe this is paint?!

Speaking of exquisite, take a look at the wall coverings from Fromental. These wall coverings are made with the thinnest silk paper with real embroidery to embellish the hand painted designs. The embroidery thread gives the colors a deep sheen and adds dimension to the flat wall coverings. The owners/designers have a fashion background and it really shows in the fabric-like stitching and attention to detail.

A few floor covering booths stood out, including that of Amy Helfand. These rugs are simply fabulous, but they are very gutsy and bold. Certainly not for the faint of (design) heart, I can imagine using one of these as the centerpiece to a modern room.

We always enjoy obsessing over the small details of a home and Forbes & Lomax added fuel to the fire. I couldn’t get enough of these brilliant light switches and switchplates. The toggle switch was addictive and so fun to flip and the invisible switchplate is perfection. Obsession!

The push-button light switch and rotary dimmer are so civilized.

There were so many inspiring tidbits at the show, it’s too much for one post. Look out for more from the Home Show including pillows, lighting, furniture, and of course…paint!