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How To Create A Funky, Retro Kitchen

by Grace Lynne Fleming, posted in How To, Tips, and Advice, on May 27th, 2013

Decorating with funky, retro flavor is easy and a lot of fun. If you love vintage-inspired pieces and playful nostalgic throwbacks the creating a kitchen dressed in some retro attire may be right up your alley. Fun color combinations, a bit of checkered patterns and maybe even a bit of nooks or crannies dipped in diner wear are all pieces that can come together and make the perfect retro kitchen. Take a look at our quick how-to!

1. Color Combinations.

First, pick your color combinations. Some of the most popular retro-inspired pairs include: black and white, aqua and yellow, red and black and, green and yellow my personal favorite, pink and grey. This will be your vintage foundation so choose wisely. Retro kitchens are known for their crisp colors and pearly pastels!

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10 Statement Light Fixtures You Can Make Yourself

by Anne Pilon, posted in DIY, on May 27th, 2013

Lighting can be a great way to add a personal touch to your home. Instead of just sticking with the standard light fixtures that can be found at any home improvement store, there are so many ways to create completely customized and one-of-a-kind light fixtures yourself. Here are 15 DIY light fixtures for you to consider making for your own space.

Photo Spheres.

These paper lanterns can be made with your own personal photos. So you can illuminate scenes from your favorite vacation spot or even family photos. See the full tutorial at Photojojo to make your own.

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The Dreamy Ngorongoro Crater Lodge Overlooking A Stunning Reserve

by Simona Ganea, posted in Hotels & Resorts, on May 26th, 2013

As we’ve said multiple times, location is crucial whether you just want to build a house or a resort. Of course, in the case of a lodge like this one, the views would have to be amazing in order to match the beauty of the actual building. What impresses me most about this lodge is how charming it looks and how it seems to be a beautiful painting or a scene from a legendary movie rather than a real thing. It’s what makes it exceptional.

The Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is located on the southern edge of the Ngorongoro Crater. This is the volcanic part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area near Arusha, Tanzania. Overlooking the stunning reserve, the lodge gains a dramatic look which, combined with its extraordinary charm, results in a unique mix.

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Five Makeover Ideas For Your Patio Area

by Stefan, posted in Outdoors, on May 26th, 2013

After the first flush of spring, many garden patios are in need of a bit of attention before the summer is in full swing. Oftentimes, the grout between the patio’s slabs becomes grimy, or weeds have started to become established. Exterior furniture can begin to take on faded appearance. When you have a good block of time it is well worth setting to work with a spray jet to hose down your furniture and rejuvenate the flagstones.

Work out any weeds with a fork and plan your bedding plants for the patio’s pots and planters. A spring clean like this can be enough to breathe new life into your home’s patio area, making it a welcoming place once again.

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Modern residence/design office featuring a minimalist black and white interior

by Simona Ganea, posted in Interiors, on May 26th, 2013

Usually there’s not much to say about black and white interior designs. They are timeless and will always look beautiful. Of course, the style you choose can influence that as well. But the differences become very visible when you find a place like this for example. This residence is impressive on several levels. It’s located in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, USA and it’s very beautiful.

This place is actually both a residence and a graphic design office. Designed by Stack + Co, it manages to fulfill both functions perfectly. The interior design is modern and minimalist, like in most cases. But it’s important to understand that, even though the main lines and features can be the same in some cases, the results can be very different because there are many variables involved as well.

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Natural beauty and charming colors in a Spanish vacation home

by Simona Ganea, posted in Interiors, on May 25th, 2013

Here, in southern Spain, the views are spectacular and this makes the area perfect for building vacation homes. The owners of this one, Linda and Martin Bradbury, definitely knew how to pick the location for theirs. This beautiful vacation home features wonderful views of the Serrania de Ronda which can be admired from the patio but also from inside the house. The beautiful blue sky and the mountains enveloped in fog are brought into the interior décor through shades of turquoise.

The color palette is very beautiful in general in the case of this lovely vacation home. The turquoise accents are definitely the stars of the décor and they have been strategically placed throughout the rooms, featuring different shades that capture the beauty of the outdoors and create a nice connection with the exterior.

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A 50 square meter attic transformed into a colorful and chic space

by Simona Ganea, posted in Apartments, on May 25th, 2013

Working with attic spaces is always a challenge. Most of the times, the problem is with the shape of the roof that minimizes the total usable space inside. There’s also the problem with the light since you can’t have regular windows in some cases. But all these challenges can be overcome and sometimes the results are very inspiring, like in this case, for example. This used to be a dark attic hidden behind an interior décor that didn’t suit it well at all.

The 50 square meter attic space has been renovated and the transformation is spectacular. The new smart design fits it perfectly. A big surprise was to discover that this space has false ceilings and a valuable portion was hidden behind them. Discovering the actual height of the attic was a big step in transforming it into a bright and airy space. Now it has exposed wooden beams hat were painted white but there’s a feeling of spaciousness throughout which completely changes the atmosphere.

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