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Practical Storage Ideas For Handbags

by Simona Ganea, posted in DIY, on April 29th, 2013

When you first enter the house you probably just want to get rid of everything you have on you such as the handbag, your coat, the scarf and the shoes. But where do you put these things? Wee the coat goes on the rack and you probably also have a space where shoes are stored.

Store them on the back of the door.

But the handbag is usually left somewhere random, either on the sofa or on a table. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a storage system for all your handbags where they could sit beautifully organized? Here are some ideas that you might like.

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A very colorful and chic apartment in London

by Simona Ganea, posted in Apartments, on April 28th, 2013

A home should be a reflection of everyone that’s living in it and it should be a visual representation of what you want the others to feel when they enter there. In the case of the Venice House, an apartment located in London, what we see is a simple but also colorful and cheerful home with lots of bold elements and with a harmonious décor.

The apartment was designed by Andy Martin Architects. Its owners are Warren and Claire Johnson and they live here with their two young children, a 2 year old names Jake and a 3 year old named Charlie. As you can see, the interior design reflects the dynamism that characterizes the family. Situated on the ground floor of a grade I listed mansion terrace, the apartment has views of London’s most beautiful squares.

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A Rustic Country Home With A Dreamy Design

by Simona Ganea, posted in Interiors, on April 28th, 2013

Whenever you find yourself surrounded by stressful people, when the environment is not allowing you to relax, when you just want to work but someone just keeps making disturbing noises outside your window, I bet you just wish you had a home somewhere in a forest near a lake where everything you hear is complete silence. The house would probably have to look somewhat like this.

This is a very beautiful and very charming home. It’s located in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York. Designed by Thom Filicia, the house has a very chic and beautiful interior. Originally built in 1917, the house has a long and rich history. Most of its charm managed to be preserved throughout the renovations and restoration projects. It was designed and built using mostly natural materials like wood and stone. This allows it to integrate into the landscape and the surroundings without much effort.

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Decorating With Mauve: Ideas & Inspiration

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

Mauve is a unique tone with lots of feminine appeal. Used less often than a plain purple or pink, mauve is a light combination of both with lots of rosey hints. It’s a sophisticated take on some of the more primary colors, used often in home decor. But when paired in the right ways and used on the right walls, mauve can create a warm, welcoming and stylishly chic space that’s original and personalized to you. Let’s look at some ideas and inspiration as I pinpoint some of my favorite combinations and accents when using mauve!

1. Modern touches.

Whether it’s a contemporary kitchen or suave living room, mauve looks great confined to sleek edges and smooth surfaces. Paired with metallics, this color creates warmth and style in an incredible easy way. It’s never harsh on the eyes and meshes well with lots of futuristic accents and modern designs.

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The Mediterranean Charm Of The Paeco House From Castel Di Lima

by Simona Ganea, posted in Architecture, on April 27th, 2013

The Paeco House is located in Castel Di Lima, Italy and it’s a very beautiful house. It was designed by Studio Emanuele Scaramucci. The architecture is very interesting. The architects working at this project chose a combination of materials that includes brick as an accent feature. Since it’s typically used for rural constructions, seeing brick included in a contemporary project is quite unusual. The house also has a strong Mediterranean look reflected in several aspects.

The house is composed of two large blocks. They are white and very simple structures so there’s not much you can say about this property unless you get to go inside. The layout chosen for the project puts the living area on the ground floor. The first floor is a sleeping zone so the two are nicely separated. The private and public spaces are each situated on different levels.

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A House Full Of Contrasts In Winchester

by Simona Ganea, posted in Architecture, on April 26th, 2013

This residence is located in Headbourne Worthy, Winchester, United Kingdom and it’s very interesting for several reasons. First of all, it has a very interesting history. It used to be the stables of the Manor House. It’s where the winner of UK’s largest horse race was brought home in 1946. But, with time, it was abandoned and the stables that were once beautiful and functional became a ruin. It all changed this year when the structure was redesigned, restored and repurposed. It is now a wonderful residence and it’s all thanks to AR Design Studio.

The building had plenty of historical character but it definitely needed plenty of attention. It got transformed into a beautiful family home. It has an overall contemporary look but it still features some elements that are reminiscent of its past. It’s an elegant three-bedroom home with a historical heritage and this makes it even more special. It gives it character and charm.

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Kilims– a great accent piece in any home

by Simona Ganea, posted in Rugs & Carpets, on April 26th, 2013

Kilims is a term used to describe flat tapestry-woven carpets that come from the Balkans. The term “kilim” comes from the Persian “gelim” and it means “to spread roughly”. These carpets are purely decorative in most cases but they can also serve as prayer rugs. They feature all sorts of patterns and symbols, some geometric and some of mythological inspiration.

You can match the kilim with the pillows on the sofa

Kilims are produced by tightly interweaving the warp and weft strands of the weave and the result is a flat surface with no pile. The weft strands that create the design and color are usually wool. The hidden warp strands can be either wool or cotton, depending on the case. The strands are only visible at the ends and they emerge as the fringe which is usually tied in bunches.

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