Archive for October, 2007
After I’ve just presented this sofa bed, here is another interesting piece of multi functional furniture. A bookcase that transforms into a bed. A mattress stands upright in four bits and forms the bulk of the bookcase. These surround five storage shelves which are suspended in mid-air by a wall mounted frame. The mattress sections are placed on the floor and slot together to form the bed with two parts for a single, or all four to make a double. I’m sure that a lot of people who played tertis might smile when see this idea. The bookcase/bed combination works together to help maximize space and give your walls a little extra pop of color. In conclusion this idea looks awesome, and the only problem I see is the time you’ll need to make up your bed every morning. This concept is designed by Karen Babel is made for those who need a larger space in their small room.

Via - Treehugger & Yankodesig
Published by Michael October 8th, 2007 in Bedroom
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Tags: bed, Bedroom, bookcase, Furniture, multi-functional
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When you look for the first time at this wallpaper you don’t see something special, just an usual wallpaper,but this i is actually a heat heat-sensitive wallpaper on which the flowers on it will be blooming when the radiator is on. It explores the sentimentality of decoration and how it affects people feeling. By turning the radiator on and off you can get a really interesting effect in your room. This heat-sensitive wallpaper is made by Shiyuan. - Via - Gizmodo


Published by Michael October 8th, 2007 in Ideas
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Tags: decoration, heat-sensitive, Radiator, Wallpaper
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This Sofa bed is a totally awesome piece of furniture, and I’m sure that this sofa bed is the
best chooice for a small place. As you can see from the pictures you can have a beautiful sofa and a shelf durring the day, and when you want to sleep you can transform your sofa bed into a double bed. Just pull the back of your sofa, it gonna be a bed. This is really a perfect design. If you liked this sofa bed you can get one from Designandcomfort just send them an email or contact them over the phone. - Via - Inewidea
Published by Michael October 8th, 2007 in Furniture
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Tags: double bed, Furniture, Hidden in the Wall, Sofa Bed
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Livio De Marchi is a Venetian master sculptor who works exclusively in wood, and he can create some amzing stuff. He loves wood so much that everything around him is made from pure wood, starting from furniture, house, car and many more, as you can see from these pictures.
Here’s his wooden house, crafted entirely by hand.

100% Wood



Wooden clothing





The house from outside

Finally his wooden car, that can also be used as a boat


Published by Michael October 5th, 2007 in Ideas
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Tags: house, Sculptor, wood, Wood Furniture, wooden house
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I know that a lot of people dream to become some kind of designer one day. I also recognize that I dream to become a clothing designer, but is just a dream that someday who knows…. Today for those who want a little inspiration, I’ve asked Susan Serra from Thekitchendesigner to tell us her story, on how she became a kitchen designer. Enjoy !
I think one knows early on in life, what one’s passions are. Those passions can move into interests and work that can last a lifetime and be very fulfilling. At an early age, I was interested in, no, passionate about, working with space in the home.
I enrolled in Parsons School of Design, and along the way, it became clear to me that my strong interest was the design of kitchen spaces.The path toward being a kitchen designer, however, is not a straight path! Training and education can come from several areas and disciplines, and should. Eventually, I became an NKBA member (National Kitchen and Bath Association) and worked my way toward becoming a CKD ( Certified Kitchen Designer )
There is also the school of experience, as nothing can substitute for real, live, clients and their unique needs. Having a mentor also is important. In my case, my experience began with what I call a baptism by fire! Shortly after beginning my NKBA studies, and starting work at a high end kitchen showroom, the store proprietor left to take a job at NKBA’s offices, the next state over, leaving me, inexperienced, to manage the showroom and design kitchens!
My first client (ever) was a cranky, elderly, malpractice attorney with an historically registered home and a big budget! His contractor was equally cranky. Faxing my plans and ideas to my employer saved the day. The kitchen was perfect, and I was on my way!
On my way, through a windy road, to working with a passion, always. To winning awards, lecturing on kitchens, having my work frequently published, to building an online community (the only one) for professional kitchen and bath designers, becoming a go-to-source for editors, AND, becoming acquainted with some of the very best blogs, such as Freshome.com, always on my list for material that will make me happily procrastinate in my work for (unfortunately) long periods of time, looking for new, fresh, ideas!
Published by Michael October 5th, 2007 in Kitchen
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Tags: Certified Kitchen Designer, Kitchen, Kitchen Designer, kitchen showroom
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