Furniture Fashion

Living Room Decorating – 70 Must See Styles

Cade — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:07:35 +0000

If you are planning a remodel of an existing Living Room or starting from scratch with new construction you will be faced with a variety of decorating possibilities and questions to answer. With so many aspects to consider from widow treatments, flooring, furniture, lighting, accessories and wall art, we felt you could use some inspiration from those who have already faced the same challenges. A living room should be comfortable to relax and it should also say something about the inhabitant’s interest and personality so feel free to express yourself. Here we have complied 70 Living Room Decorating pictures featuring a vast array of interior design concepts from Modern to Transitional. Also see 100 More Pictures and Ideas.

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Canopy Beds – 50 Must See Design Ideas and Styles

Chris — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:49:37 +0000

Canopy Beds were originally intended to be utilitarian rather than ornate and used to provide privacy and warmth to noblemen and lords in Medieval Europe. The original beds had curtains and completely covered tops that could be totally closed. During the 16th century the previously plain and simple designs became much more detailed with carved posts and headboards. Today we have an endless amount of interpretations as you will see ranging from the Ultra Modern pod like bubble to classic Wrought Iron styles and what would interior design be without some chrome. It is interesting to see how creative people have been with the fabric and sheers drapes to personalize their decor. For more designs see 100 Platform Bed Designs and Ideas

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Amazing & Unique Armoire from Studio Tord Boontje

Amy — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:11:52 +0000

There are two basic types of small space living in the world: the type necessitated by income, and the type that arises out of one’s environs — say, nestled into the heart of Paris or tucked away atop a tony skyscraper in some faraway metropolis. For the latter type, a standalone wardrobe is likely in order since a walk-in closet probably didn’t come with that pied-a-terre in the 4th arrondissement. But in instances in which an IKEA closet won’t do, enter the unique armoire selection from Studio Tord Boontje, including the stunning woodwork of his piece entitled “L’armoire.” As much a piece of art as it is a piece of furniture, although the armoire is perfectly functional, you might not even want to hang your clothing inside, lest it pale in comparison to the beauty of its captor. Per Boontje, “The particular Dalbergia wood selected is a silk-textured variety, richly brown in colour with rich highlights, and figured by a subtle, darker irregular weave throughout.” Sensuous indeed is this gorgeous wardrobe hearkening back to the classic 18th century silhouette but updating it was a bit of creative flair, and there’s no mistaking that the designer is a big fan of Rodin, given the boldly sculptural quality of his work. Standing 210 high × 110 wide × 80 cm deep, it’s a special set of somethings to be hung in such a masterpiece.

Photo: Studio Tord Boontje

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Kitchen Sinks – 75 Must See Styles and Ideas

Chris — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:07:17 +0000

For those looking to remodel an existing kitchen or start from scratch with the plans for your new dream home, we have complied 75 Kitchen Sink Styles and Ideas to take out some of the leg work. Today’s options are far more advanced that the simple sinks we had just a few years ago. There is a lot more attention paid to the utilitarian aspects with the integration of thinks like cutting surfaces, strainers, extra deep and larger sides for cleaning. You simply add a really nice faucet set to compliment your selection and you are set for years to come. For more inspiration see 100 More Pictures and Designs.

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Beautifying Your Kitchen with Open Storage Shelving

Ronique Gibson — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:58:42 +0000

Storage is one of the most underrated details of our homes. We forget about it when we are decorating our homes but miss it when we don’t have enough of it! From closets and cabinetry to shelving there are a variety of ways to store your household items in your kitchen. Open shelving is an option that allows your dinnerware, cookbooks, and collectibles to become part of your kitchen decor while still be functional. In recent years, open shelving has become a well sought after addition in many kitchens and you can have the look with some simple tips. Here are a few ways to beautify your kitchen storage with open shelving.

Open shelving with neutral dishes and color palette

Image via: Erotas Building Corporation

Sort through your housewares to display:

Before deciding if open shelving display is for your kitchen sort through your current dishware. For many homeowners the idea of displaying mismatched dishes, chipped china and stained plastic ware may not be your idea of beautiful display! Instead, first look through your dishes and decide what is suitable for showcasing and what should stay behind closed cabinetry doors. Many homeowners prefer to color coordinate their dishes with the color palette of the kitchen. While other prefer a neutral look – where clear glass and neutral colored dishes blend beautifully with the rest of the kitchen. This provides the convenience of reaching for your favorite glass while still giving the appearance of a seamless continuous look across your kitchen.

Decide what should be on display and what can stay behind cabinetry doors

Image via: Carolyn Rebuffel Designs

Open shelving for displaying your favorite items:

There are different forms of open shelving that may suit your kitchen the best. Custom cabinetry makers can leave doors off of your cabinets and intersperse them amongst closed doors cabinetry for variety. Displaying your cookbook and kitchen collectibles can often get hidden up under your kitchen sink! Instead display them proudly on your open shelving areas. The top of cabinetry tops – often referred to as plant shelves make a great place for showing off artwork, artisan wares and plants. This area is also ideal if you are an avid cook and have collections of copper pots and pans and collectible cookware that is too pretty to put behind closed doors.

Vary display area between open shelving, closed cabinetry and plant shelves

Image via: Epiphany Design Studio

Open shelving isn’t for every kitchen but it can showcase your kitchenware in a way you hadn’t considered in the past. If you love to have functional decor and you want the versatility that it can lend, try this open concept in your kitchen. If you’re ready for a great DIY project, look to your own closed kitchen cabinetry and see what doors you can remove for a beautiful new look to your boring kitchen!

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The Signs Mirror Collection Made Of Ceramic And Copper

Tanya Palta — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:49:40 +0000

It was once reported by the British newspaper Daily Mail, that the average woman spends around five days a year in front of the mirror. So no surprises then, that modern mirrors are fair as their users! The Signs Mirror Collection can be mistaken for an surrealistic art installation than an household object. The futuristically-styled mirror collection seeks inspiration from nautical flags and is broken into two parts: a base made of ceramic and a polished mirror sheet of copper.

Designed by Jeremy Murier and Daniel Martinez, the collection is an arresting medley of perception, perspective and reflections. It also has a rare blend of beauty and theatricality, that emanates a sense of magical realism.

“The cylindrical bases are concave in order to extend the angle of the mirror and give the feeling that they are floating over it. This shape permits the use of the mirror as a little tray for jewels, keys…” says Murier.

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Stunning Modern Chandelier With Mirroring Effect

Tanya Palta — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:15:49 +0000

If Edgar Allan Poe had to design a chandelier, it would be something on the lines of Forms in Nature. Don’t let the almost macabre design fool you, as the chandelier has been designed keeping in mind the modern design connoisseur.

Conceptualized by Hilden & Diaz, the chandelier seeks inspiration from the drawings of Ernst Haeckel, the German biologist, naturalist, and philosopher, though you maybe forgiven for thinking of something more sinister. The theme of mirroring is quite predominant and the artwork reflects a dense foliage that forms a 360 degrees circle around the light source.

When the light is further intensified, the entire space gets engulfed in the shadows of trees and bushes to provide a surreal effect.

Says the design studio:

“The shadows engulfs the room and transforms the walls into unruly shadows of branches, bushes and gnarled trees. Mirrorings are thrown out upon the walls and ceilings and provide weak Rorschach-like hints of faces, life and flow of consciousness. Dimming the lights transforms the installation and one senses a
weak fire burning deep in the center of the forest.”

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Kitchen Designs -100 Ideas and Images

Cade — Sat, 11 May 2013 21:19:52 +0000

Planning a new Kitchen Design or remodel and not sure which direction to set out, well here are 100 Design Ideas and Images to help in the process. Today there are so many directions you can go from warm and cozy to sleek and ultra modern and of course these is always somewhere in between. Combining the right colors, textures, flooring, countertops, appliances and lighting are just some of the things to consider as you start the initial stages and there is no shortage of options available for each part of the project. We hope to be of some inspiration and you create a room you and your family will love for many years to come! Also see another 120 Kitchen Design and Pictures

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75 Bathroom Pictures – Must See Decorating Ideas

Cade — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:32:17 +0000

If you have a clean slate and are planning to give your Bathroom a much needed make over, then you have come to the right place. With so many possibilities and directions you can go it is hard to know where to start so we have complied some beautiful images to help inspire you. Bathrooms are one room you can really get creative with regarding colors and decorations and you can personalize it to your own taste far more than the main rooms will generally allow. For more inspiration see 85 Bathroom Designs and Ideas

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The ThermoStack Heating System Is Modular And Modern

Tanya Palta — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:13:38 +0000

You may be forgiven the transgression of mistaking the ThermoStack Heating System as a set of swanky speakers. No, it hasn’t emerged from the supercilious stables of Bang & Olufsen and is a modern take on the archetypical heating system. Designed by Adriano Design and La Castellamonte and a winner 2013 ISH Design Plus Award at the ISH Frankfurt water and energy trade fair, the ThermoStack is cashing onto the current trend of decorative fireplaces.

As you can see from the design, the stove-centered heating system has a modular composition, which includes a central heat generating component attached to satellite heat distribution “stacks”.

Designed for the metropolitan living space, which is usually limited, the heating system is customizable according to shapes, colors, architecture and power.

“The optimization of the production processes, in addition to the technical excellence of this revolutionary heating system, makes this product environmentally friendly because it carefully combines all those ‘ingredients’ of quality, performance and lifetime of the object that are the basis of a true green economy.” says Adriano Design.

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