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Six Piece Bathroom Accessory Set

by Loredana Sava, posted in Bathroom, on February 8th, 2012

Sometimes I go into the bathroom and I realize it has been exactly the same for quite some time now and I feel the need to change something about it. So I want to change something in order to make it more colourful and more appealing, but I do not intend to make any major changes like painting the walls, changing the tiles or the bathroom vanity. But I can do something simple and effective instead: purchase some beautiful bathroom accessories that will give the room personality and style and chase away monotony. This Six Piece Bathroom Accessory Set is perfect as it is not a radical change, but it’s something nice, with a new and simple design, with great effectiveness.

The set is totally natural as it is made of rattan so it is ecological and looks fine, too. It is made of six pieces as follows: soap dish, toothbrush holder, tumbler, wastebasket, tissue box cover, and lotion pump. Of course, only the exterior is made of rattan and this natural fibre material looks great against the whiteness of the porcelain all the dishes are made of. You should be careful with these items, as they may look very well, but it is not advisable to keep them under water since rattan will deteriorate. The whole set is now available for $147.

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Eye-catching modern house located in Charlotte,North Carolina

by Simona Ganea, posted in Architecture, on February 8th, 2012

This is the Schönberg Residence, an eye-catching modern house located in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. The residence was built in 2010 and it was a project by Charlotte-based studio Dialect Design Architects. It’s an eye-catching addition to the neighborhood and it features a simple but original and interesting design.The project didn’t involve building the residence from scratch. It was about the addition of a second storey over the existing garage of a classic house. It sounds simple but it’s actually a complicated process. Not only that this space had to fulfill specific requirements but it also needed to naturally integrate into the already existing design while also bringing a modern flavor into the picture. The architects managed to combine all the elements and the result was a charming modern space.

This lovely single-family house now has a modern wing with a contemporary design. It’s unusual for such designs to be seen in the area. The neighborhood is populated with traditional buildings so this one stands out even without the addition. The new wing features a colorful design. The space is ingeniously structured and has a refreshing décor.

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The elegant Parsons media collection

by Simona Ganea, posted in Home Appliances, on February 8th, 2012

Over the last few months we’re been presenting you some stylish pieces of furniture that were part of the Parsons Collection. We finally decided that they are all beautiful and worth to be presented here so today we’re taking a look at the entire Parsons media collection.The Parsons media collection is composed of several elements and it includes a small and a large media console, a shelf unit, an armoire, a media tower and a short and long bridge. The pieces can be mixed and combined and they form great organization systems. All seven components of this collection feature a modern twist to the classic Parsons Table design which was an icon of mid-century modern design.

All the pieces from the collection feature clean lines and proportioned designs. They can be reconfigured in different ways in order to suit any space. The units have solid wood frames and engineered wood body with chocolate-stained oak veneers. They are all part of the same collection so they present certain design similarities. Still, each of them is unique.

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34 DIY headboard ideas

by Stefan, posted in DIY, on February 8th, 2012

Do It Yourself (DIY) is a term used to describe building, modifying , repairing or any kind of activity done by yourself, without help from a professional. This term came into common use in the ’50s when people started to do things around the house by themselves , that is why it refers to home improvement. In recent years the term DIY has taken a larger meaning, covering now a wide range of skill sets and it is somehow related to Arts and Crafts, offering in the same time the strongest fact about DIY, it provides an alternative to modern consumer’s culture emphasis on relying on others to satisfy your own needs. The DIY movement is represents a re-introduction of the old pattern of personal involvement and use of skills in any materials aspect of living. This major movement is supported by publications world-wide providing ideas and techniques, like we do now.

This DIY segment is for Head Board projects, completed with a lot of ideas and “how to”. Don’t be afraid to think out of the box and unleash your imagination to create something unique on your own taste. Some time is easy, some time is a little bit tricky, but be sure that you will be creating something original and amazing with you own hands. The whole idea is to create something unique without spending too much money.

These 34 diy headboard ideas exposed here are not competing with each other, by the contrary these are the best projects we could find to show you, and all of them are equally interesting.

1.Headboard from salvaged materials.

The first project is realized from scrap materials salvaged from a burn pile. The main item is an old door paired beautifully with a vintage gate taken from a waste dump. The arrangement took a little bit of imagination and spray paint and the result is like a crown for the king-size bed. Now , can you imagine your own “sleeping throne”.{found on funkyjunkinteriors}.

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DIY two-toned lampshades

by Simona Ganea, posted in DIY, on February 8th, 2012

There are lots of things you can create on your own that would look lovely in your home. With time and patience and some supplies you can turn your home into an original and unique space with lots of creative and personalized decorations. Today we’re going to show to make your own two-toned lampshades.It’s a very simple project that will only take 10 minutes to complete. Here are the steps you’ll need to take in order to complete it. First you’ll need to suspend your lampshade outdoors and tape off the cord with painter’s tape. This is necessary because otherwise you would end up painting the walls everything else near the lamp. Then use spray paint and start with the lighter color. Spray from top to bottom and let it dry completely.

After it’s dry apply a second coat of paint, also spraying from top to bottom. After this one id dry as well, tape off the bottom rim to prevent colors from dripping. Then repeat the process, this time with the darker color you have chosen. Wait till it’s completely dry and you’re done.You can basically use as many colors as you want.

You can also opt for a minimalist look and only use one color. Te choice is yours. You could also get creative and add some patterns or drawings to the lamp, but only if you feel really talented. As you see, it’s a very simple project. We said it would only take 10 minutes and that wasn’t completely fair. It’s true that it takes 10 minutes to apply the paint but you would also have to wait a while for it to dry and that takes time as well. Anyway, we hope you liked our project and that it inspired you to make your own decorations.{found on chatelaine}.

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Extension of a 1930′s Residence in Melbourne by Marc Dixon

by Simona Ganea, posted in Architecture, on February 8th, 2012

This expansive residence is located in Melbourne, Australia. It a modern-looking house but in fact it dates from the 1930s. Of course, it has been renovated over the years. The last modification made was a project by Marc Dixon and it involved the alteration of a 2-bedroom extension of the house.The project was demanding and it was created by a team formed of Rosanna Ceravolo – Pablo Byass – Adrian Rivalland Builder – Canterbury and builders engineer Shane Ford Contracting P/L.

The extension was small and centered around an external courtyard desk. This area is a link between the main house and a detached studio. The client didn’t have many requests. The client basically requested for the architects to “bring the toilet in and move the kitchen out”. It was a simple task that also allowed them to explore the courtyard’s typology.

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The stylish and comfy Giotto bed by Gino Carollo

by Simona Ganea, posted in Home Appliances, on February 8th, 2012

This is the Giotto bed. It’s a very stylish and elegant piece of furniture, with a simple and sleek design. The Giotto bed was a creation of Gino Carollo who came up with this elegant design for Bonaldo. The Giotto bed has a dynamic design and it’s also a versatile piece of furniture that would beautifully fit in almost any type of décor.

With such a simple and sleek design, it’s easy to integrate this beautiful bed in a variety of different bedroom interior decors. It would look equally nice in a traditional or in a modern home, as long as it fits into the décor. The Giotto bed will quickly become the central piece in the bedroom, not only because of the dimensions but also because of its simple beauty.

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