This stunning home in Brisbane, Australia has been designed to take advantage of the magnificent views from its lofty, secluded location. Open-plan living areas connect private wings whilst floor to ceiling windows and internal courtyards accentuate the views from this imposing home, designed by award winning architect Dion Seminara….
The interior feels spacious thanks to the high ceilings with
By Lavinia
Hondelatte Laporte Architectes… completed the design for The Giraffe childcare center, a 60 bed childcare center and 20 bed day nursery located in Boulogne-Billancourt, a suburban area of Paris. The objective of the architects was to animate the urban landscape by using a child’s imagination, thus resulting into an unusual building, seemingly supported by wild animals, such as a yellow
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Color trends, in recent years, have seen richer, darker, more saturated and jewel-toned colors on walls, in furniture as well as in accessories. For 2013 Benjamin Moore has chosen Lemon Sorbet as its Color of the Year, claiming that it “is the perfect transitional color between the mid-tones and saturated colors seen in today’s home furnishings and the softer, lighter
Each year Pantone…, the authority on color and color trends, makes their prediction regarding the latest hot colors. Both fashion and interior designers clamor for their latest selections as they are regarded as the foremost influencer of color trends. This year’s trends consist of 10 amazing hues. They run from soothing neutrals to bold jewel tones and they can
Clifton Leung Design Workshop… sent us photos and information about Royalton House, an apartment blending modern and classic design, located in Hong Kong, China. Here is the official description, as provided by the architects: “Applying the classic white for the core design of the living room, it sets a neutral background for the furniture, floor tiles and décor in brown
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Creative alternatives to hotels have brought a defining fresh style to those looking for accommodation in places hotel chains have neglected. London’s Richmond Bridge prides itself with an inviting collection of original features adorned with carefully selected bespoke furniture and showcasing an eclectic combination of colors, textures and materials. A historic vicar residence revamped to suit the needs of a
By Ada TeicuOur list of 20 Cheerful Nurseries To Inspire Your Baby’s Room will help you consider a change in attitude and finally start the makeover you were dreaming about for some time now or will help you guide your searches for the perfect nursery that will comfort the most important person in your life. You need to know what you’re searching…
Does it seem like you just went shopping for a nursery crib and now your teenager is growing out of their bed! Time flies, especially when you have children, and the ability to have furniture last longer than their clothes is often a challenge. Kid’s room decor should be versatile to adapt to their growing age, but also fun for…
By RoniqueGibson
We recently received an exquisite apartment design from Greek interior design company Tectus…, which we would like to share further. The crib is located in Heraklion city and includes a living room, dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, bathroom, linen room and terraces. Here is more from the official project description we were sent: “The apartment is characterized by minimal
By LaviniaThe shift is on for creating home environments that are more eco-friendly and therefore safer for our families as well as the Earth. When buying furniture for adults we tend to think of how it was produced, the materials that created it, and how it was shipped to get to our home. The same thought process should be considered when…
By RoniqueGibson
An artistic “Living Wall” replica of Van Gogh’s well-known 1889 painting “A Wheatfield, with Cypresses” is displayed in front of The National Gallery in London. A collaboration between General Electric and the museum, the Living Wall is part of a carbon reduction strategy. The National Gallery in London… already switched to LED lighting in all of its galleries and this
All of the excuses of the cold weather, too rainy, and imperfect conditions are now gone and it’s time to get serious about your landscaping. While it’s easy to go to a nursery or your local improvement store’s garden center to choose plants, have you ever noticed that all plants aren’t perfect for every home? Whether the sun/shade ratio isn’t…
By RoniqueGibson
Especially created for “fans of risks and thrills”, this wacky sharp lamp is said to frighten all darkness around. The product is designed by Aleksander Mukomelov, founder of Ukrainian Mukomelov Studio… and is a cheerful decoration for both interiors and exteriors. According to the producers, “the idea, which was the starting point for creating such an object came to Aleksander
Once the first official frost is no longer a threat, don’t you just want to run out into your yard and start spring landscaping? All winter long the excuse of it being too cold, or everything is covered with snow is no longer an issue. Now that spring is here, gardening, landscaping and increasing your curb appeal is on most…
By RoniqueGibsonIf you’re in the home buying or selling market and you have children, one of your main priorities is the home environment of your children. Similarly to the master bedroom for us, your kid’s rooms is where they will spend much of their time growing, learning, studying and relaxing. When trying to sell your home, make sure you are able…
By RoniqueGibson
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