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Come Dine with Me: Don’t Just Wow Your Guests with Delicious Food

by Kerry Harrison, posted in Interiors, on June 18th, 2013

If you like to host dinner parties then you should make sure it’s not only your food that impresses. Of course presenting tasty dishes is imperative. But you need to create the right ambiance too and this largely stems from the way your dining room is decorated and the table is presented. The following tips will ensure your guests are wowed before any food is put on their plate.

Round dining table.

A round dining table is highly recommended. Not only does it look great, but it makes sure that all of your guests are included. There is nothing worse than going to a dinner party and being stuck on the end of a long rectangular dinning table. Nevertheless, definitely don’t try and cram too many people around the table. Use the following guidelines; 36 inch to 44 inch table for four people, 44 to 54 inch table for six people, and 60 to 70 inch table for eight people.

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Nordic Flat Garnished With Furniture Made From Recycled Pallets

by Simona Ganea, posted in Apartments, on June 18th, 2013

Recycling can turn out to be very productive and very helpful in most cases. You never know what reassure you may discover in something perceived as useless by some people. A wonderful example would be the wooden pallets which some consider to be useless while others see them as almost unlimited sources of innovative ideas and designs.

This flat is perfect example. As you can see, a good part of its furniture is made from recycled wooden pallets. The headboard from the bedroom, the coffee table from the living room and the desk are all made from wooden pallets. They look particularly beautiful in this décor, given the color palette and the simplicity of the design.

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5 Homey Projects To Do With Kids

by Grace Lynne Fleming, posted in How To, Tips, and Advice, on June 18th, 2013

Bonding over a creative project is one of the best ways to get to know your child and to have your child get to know you. It’s an opportunity to talk and have fun together, with no pressure. It’s also a great way to create something together that you’ll forever, or at least for a while, and you’ll see everyday around the house. Check out our list of DIYs that’ll get you and your kids some quality time together and your home a quality piece of style.

1. Fun with doors.

You may not want to do an entire wall, but have fun painting their closet door or door to their bedroom. Draw a design together, pick out colors and execute! It’s a great way for your kids to feel independent and important but still keep the chaos a bit confined and at your comfort level. Plus, a bit of chevron or bright color pairing may be just what the room needs for a bit more style.

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Get Up on the Right Side of Bed

by Stefan, posted in Interiors, on June 18th, 2013

Your bed is not just a place where you sleep – it should be one of the focal points of your bedroom décor. In a few easy ways, your bed can become a creative part of your room. Here is how to get a bedtastic bedroom.

Get Framed.

Wooden Frame Bed

A bed frame can make a bed much more fashionable. Wood frames in particular can be effective in that they create a warm bedroom atmosphere while being trendy.

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Task Desks That Will Help You Work In Your Home Office

by Stefan, posted in Office, on June 17th, 2013

Unlike regular offices, a home office ought to be designed around your personality and individualized to suit your needs. There are two central elements that will make a home office’s design help you to work efficiently; the chair and the desk. Desks should be chosen to fit in with the dimensions of the room you have available, yes, but they also need to be fit for the purpose that you intend them for.

Built In Storage.

Keeping your office essentials tidy is even more of an issue in a home office than elsewhere, so that you can shut your work away at the end of the day. If you have chosen an ‘open’ desk for your room that allows you to see through, there’s no need to compromise with integrated storage. One side of the underneath of the desk should be set aside for a lockable drawer or two.

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How to Create Magnificent Mosaic

by Stefan, posted in How To, Tips, and Advice, on June 17th, 2013

Mosaic has moved from pitter-pattering into one’s décor to being injected in larger amounts. The result? Something trendy and colorful, plus an easy way to revamp your décor. Here are some great ways to use mosaic in your home.

The (Mosaic) Art is on the Wall.

Beautiful Mosaic is Truly an Art

Mosaic does not have to remain limited to consisting of lines or blocks of color. Intriguing, pretty patterns and pictures can be created with mosaic. It really depends on your imagination – or that of your interior designer!

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Well Organized Laundry Rooms That Take The Hassle Away

by Stefan, posted in How To, Tips, and Advice, on June 17th, 2013

Wash day is a chore and the key to making it as little of a hassle as possible is to design it in a well organized way. Whether your washing machine is set away in a tiny utility room or occupies a spacious basement, ensure that every square inch of the area is used in the most coordinated way. With limited shelving space, keep your working area as tidy as you can to avoid clutter.

A built in counter top over a washer and a dryer, for instance, will allow you a convenient storage surface which you can use for sorting your laundry. In a smaller laundry room, design it so the space is well lit with task or accent lighting, particularly if no natural light is available.

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