Energy efficiency, eco friendly, and ‘going green’ are the new buzz words in saving money in your home and helping the Earth’s resources. Several years ago, energy efficiency seemed to only be adopted by a choice few, while today it is a way of life, and should be for our Earth’s longevity. When buying appliances for your home, do you…
By RoniqueGibson
The “Shape and Form” Wallpaper Collection was designed by Graham & Brown… and its innovation consists in the use of various geometric shapes which create interesting textures and sometimes a 3D feel. Here is the official description of the project from Graham & Brown: “We wanted to push the boundaries and create a dramatic, masculine collection that plays with perceptions
Paolo Zani is an Italian designer, currently living and working in Milan. What we find absolutely fascinating about his works is the fact that they cover a wide variety of design fields, from lighting and furniture to kitchen ware and even mobile phone models. And as this was not enough, in 1992 he established ‘Warli’…, a company which produces
Here is an interesting idea for storing books and a whole bunch of other objects that would otherwise be left unorganized. Hillside Modular Shelving System was designed by Claesson Koivisto Rune for the company Arflex… and is both efficient and interesting looking. Individual cabinets are placed together to form beautiful and unique shelving units, reminding of hills and valleys, each
Jakob Bader Architecture… have completed this small but very smart house design in Munich-Unterfoehring, Germany. Even though it features some “green” technologies, such as a geothermal pump and air ventilation systems, “House V” is not looked at as sustainable project, but more as a smart one with a low maintenance costs. The home does not have an indoor garage, but
By Lavinia
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RAFAEL: I recently bought a place under construction (the structure is up, cement only) and I have the chance to make some changes in this construction phase. I would love to know your thoughts and ideas on some of the spaces I want to create. I’ll start with the living/dinner room. My biggest “problem” with this space is that no
By RoniqueGibson
This beautiful forest retreat was designed by Olson Kundig Architects… and is located in the North of the San Juan islands within the Salish Sea. It is a single room cabin, meant as a gateway for a bachelor. You will notice the interior is minimalist, but has a high level of comfort. We particularly like the sliding exterior “wall’ that
By Lavinia
Our children usually don’t have a say in the look of their rooms. Nurseries are created before babies are born, and by time they do have a say, they’re moving off to college! Children’s wall colors and decor ideas have come a long way from the traditional pink and blue. From gender neutral spaces to theme derived walls, here are…
By RoniqueGibson
There are few activities as relaxing and stimulating as reading. Those who enjoy it so much usually have their own special reading corner within their crib, a place where they like to get lost in the fascinating words of who knows what authors. What you see in the photos below is a combination between a comfortable chaise-longue and a shelving…
Some time ago we had this amazing project on Freshome featuring a Floating Car Illusion which we’re sure most of you remember. Here is a similar idea from Joseph Egan and Hunter Thomson, graduates of the Chelsea School of Art and Design…. “Anamorphic Typography” is the name of their final school project and it features some uncommon installations that
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