Cool Wall Hanging Ideas For The Modern Home

Posted in Interiors | by Simona Ganea, on July 25, 2018

Cool Wall Hanging Ideas For The Modern Home

Bare walls with nothing being displayed or attached to them often look incomplete. We’ve gotten used to the idea of hanging decorations and furniture on walls and over the years we’ve come up with a lot of cool ideas related to this particular interior design strategy. When it comes to wall hangings, there are probably...

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The Magnificent St Regis Maldives Resort Celebrates Nature’s Beauty

Posted in Hotels & Resorts | by Simona Ganea, on July 25, 2018

The Magnificent St Regis Maldives Resort Celebrates Nature’s Beauty

Luxury private island resorts like the St. Regis Maldives Vommuli are always extraordinary but for different reasons. In the case of this amazing project done by WOW Architects | Warner Wong Design that reason is the strong relationship between contemporary architecture and nature. The resort was built to celebrate nature’s beauty and this story is depicted...

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Use Green Walls to Create a Healthier Environment Indoors or Outside

Posted in Interiors | by Vera Dordick, on July 24, 2018

Use Green Walls to Create a Healthier Environment Indoors or Outside

With society’s growing push for healthier environments both indoors and out, green walls are skyrocketing in popularity. People are discovering that they are a great way to not only bring a bigger, more dramatic dose of nature inside, but they also emphasize the healthy aspects of greenery. While they are currently more common in office settings,...

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How To Choose The Kitchen Sink That’s Right For You

Posted in Kitchen | by Simona Ganea, on July 24, 2018

How To Choose The Kitchen Sink That’s Right For You

It’s important to always do some research before buying an item, whatever it may be. This is especially necessary when you buy something basic that you’ll be using for several years to come, like a kitchen sink for example. So where would you start from and how would you organize this major task? We suggest...

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Critical Considerations for the Best Bathroom Layout

Posted in Bathroom | by Brittney Smart, on July 23, 2018

Critical Considerations for the Best Bathroom Layout

The best bathroom layout can be a somewhat elusive design concept, primarily because the ideal bathroom layout is going to be completely different for each family and existing bathroom space. It can be hard to know, in the midst of designing the ideal space, if what works on paper will actually work in real life....

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Cool Wall Design Ideas That Can Turn Spaces From Bland To Original

Posted in Interiors | by Simona Ganea, on July 23, 2018

Cool Wall Design Ideas That Can Turn Spaces From Bland To Original

Think of all the walls in your home as blank canvases waiting to be painted and decorated. Actually, that’s not true only for private homes but for offices and basically every other type of space too. If a space has walls then there’s room for ornaments to be hanged and lots and lots of wall...

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Cool Urban Houses Built On Narrow And Deep Sites

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on July 20, 2018

Cool Urban Houses Built On Narrow And Deep Sites

Densely-populated cities have lately started a trend that redirects people away from the desire to have large and lavish mansions and towards small-scale living. Houses started being built on small plots with odd or challenging topographies and even in between existing buildings. Narrow and deep structures have become quite common. They’re pretty unusual because they...

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Cool Chair Designs That Provide Style as Well as Seating

Posted in Sofa and Chair | by Vera Dordick, on July 19, 2018

Cool Chair Designs That Provide Style as Well as Seating

They’re certainly a necessity but chairs can also be an artistic addition to your decor. Choosing a design that offers different visual or functional features can add a real pop of interest to a room. Chairs are also the easiest piece to change out because they are easily moved to other areas of the home, sold...

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Minimalist House Infused With Antiques And Family Artwork

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on July 19, 2018

Minimalist House Infused With Antiques And Family Artwork

Designing a house for a client that’s an architect is always a challenge but at the same time this can be a great experience as the client would most know exactly what to request and what to expect. Mi Casa is a project that describes this creative process in a very relevant manner. The residence...

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Choose a Cool Paining To Give Your Room a Whole New Look

Posted in Interiors | by Vera Dordick, on July 17, 2018

Choose a Cool Paining To Give Your Room a Whole New Look

A fresh coat of paint may be the quickest way to transform a space, but adding artwork is even easier.  In fact, adding cool paintings to your interior can be a dramatic expression of your personality and style without having to completely repaint a room. The sky is the limit when it comes to choosing artwork...

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Indigo is a Color, Too!

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on July 17, 2018

Indigo is a Color, Too!

Indigo is the second to last color of the traditional rainbow ROY G. BIV spectrum (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet), but it often gets omitted because people move straight from blue to purple. But this deep, moody color is such a staple for decorating one’s home for a number of reasons. We’ll look...

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Entryway Table Decor Ideas For A Good First Impression

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on July 13, 2018

Entryway Table Decor Ideas For A Good First Impression

First impressions are important and inevitable. The first time we see a person we form an impression which is not easy to change once we get to know that person better and the same thing happens when we enter someone’s home. The entryway is the first thing we see and a welcoming decor can definitely...

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The Most Amazing And Charming Hotels On Mykonos Island

Posted in Hotels & Resorts | by Simona Ganea, on July 13, 2018

The Most Amazing And Charming Hotels On Mykonos Island

Mykonos, also known as The Island of the Winds, is an 85.5 square kilometer piece of land surrounded by water from all directions. This Greek island is a popular tourist destination, alluring visitors from all over the world with its vibrant nightlife and charming hotels and villas. The terrain is generally very rocky with many...

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The Eat-In Kitchen – A Natural Next Step For The Modern Home

Posted in Kitchen | by Simona Ganea, on July 13, 2018

The Eat-In Kitchen – A Natural Next Step For The Modern Home

The idea of having separate spaces for cooking and for eating sounds natural to a lot of people today but there was a time when these two were actually a single space, in the US at least. When you think about it, it makes sense to combine these two functions. We’ve already started the process,...

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How to Decorate a Kids’ Bedroom: Easy Ideas for Every Style

Posted in Bedroom | by Brittney Smart, on July 11, 2018

How to Decorate a Kids’ Bedroom: Easy Ideas for Every Style

While many people spend a lot of their décor thought and effort on public rooms, such as the living room and kitchen, it is in the bedroom that purposeful and effective décor really has an impact on a homeowner’s well-being. In this article, we’ll look at a variety of styles of and methods for how...

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Cozy Family Home Floats Above A Fish Pond

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on July 11, 2018

Cozy Family Home Floats Above A Fish Pond

The thought of swimming with the fishes is a rather grim one but not if you’re living in this particular house. The OF House is located in Joaquim Egídio, in Brazil and was designed and built by Studio Otto Felix in 2016. It has an L-shaped floor plan organized into two blocks, one which is private and one dedicated...

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The Most Important Elements Of Commercial Interior Design

Posted in Interiors | by Simona Ganea, on July 10, 2018

The Most Important Elements Of Commercial Interior Design

Every time we enter a shopping mall,  a club, a hotel, a restaurant or basically any other commercial/ public space we form a general impression about the way it’s designed, structured and tailored to suit our needs as well as those of the businesses they represent and we do all of this often at an...

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Adorable Unicorn Decor Ideas That Add Magic To Your Home

Posted in Kids | by Simona Ganea, on July 10, 2018

Adorable Unicorn Decor Ideas That Add Magic To Your Home

Every now and then it’s nice to have a little bit of magic in our lives, otherwise it would all be much too boring and mundane. Unicorns are fantastic creatures in the literal sense of the word, often depicted as very cute and colorful and loved by kids all over the world and sometimes even...

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Using Analogous Colors on a Smaller Scale in Décor

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on July 9, 2018

Using Analogous Colors on a Smaller Scale in Décor

Analogous colors are often used as room color schemes in interior design. This is due in large part because the closeness of the hues on the color wheel (analogous colors are color wheel neighbors) tends to make them harmonious and soothing. But analogous colors don’t have to cover an entire space for the beneficial aesthetic...

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10 Unique Pool Concepts That Make A Splash

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on July 6, 2018

10 Unique Pool Concepts That Make A Splash

I think we can all agree that a swimming pool completes a house in a unique way and although having one is not exactly a symbol of luxury anymore, there’s still some pride in being able to say you have a pool, especially if it’s one as awesome as the ones we’re about to show...

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Cool Beds For Small Rooms With Limited Storage

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on July 5, 2018

Cool Beds For Small Rooms With Limited Storage

Living in a small place can be very practical and in some cases really cozy too but that doesn’t mean it’s not also challenging. One of the biggest challenges is choosing the right type of furniture. If you think it’s not such a big deal just try to fit a regular bed into a micro...

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Clever Wall Storage Design Ideas Inspired By Custom Interiors

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on July 4, 2018

Clever Wall Storage Design Ideas Inspired By Custom Interiors

Wall storage, whether in the form of floating shelves, furniture units or something completely different is always practical and usually perfect for small spaces. There are many cool ways to take full advantage of all the different possibilities and design options when it comes to wall storage and today we’re excited to show you a...

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A New Gym Bathroom From Scavolini Inspires People To Become More Active

Posted in Bathroom | by Simona Ganea, on July 4, 2018

A New Gym Bathroom From Scavolini Inspires People To Become More Active

Bathrooms aren’t generally a topic of conversation but sometimes we come across something so cool that we just have to share it with the world. Today the topic is the new Gym Space series designed by Mattia Pareschi for Scavolini. The collection is refreshing and unusual because of the whole theme that it revolves around....

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How To Make a Bathtub Caddy Tray

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on July 4, 2018

How To Make a Bathtub Caddy Tray

Who doesn’t love to soak in tub full of bubbles with a good book? Setting down the book or a glass of wine, however, can be an issue if you don’t have roomy ledge. Solve the problem with an easy DIY Bathtub Caddy Tray. Start by cutting a board to fit across your tub with...

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Be Brave with Bold Color

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on July 3, 2018

Be Brave with Bold Color

There’s something about summertime that makes us crave bold color. Maybe it’s the bright sun in a vibrant blue sky shining down on vivid green grass. Or the flavor-topped sno cones and happy flip-flops and printed t-shirts. Whatever the reason, summer is the perfect time to be brave with bold color in our homes. Primary...

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Patriotic Porch Decor Ideas For The 4th of July – Last Minute Crafts

Posted in Outdoor | by Simona Ganea, on July 3, 2018

Patriotic Porch Decor Ideas For The 4th of July – Last Minute Crafts

What better way to show your patriotism to the world than with some themed 4th of July porch decor? This is pretty common practice actually which is why there are so many different ideas to choose from. It’s up to you to decide how much time and effort you want to invest in this whole...

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15 Breakfast Nook Ideas That Revolve Around The Kitchen Island

Posted in Kitchen | by Simona Ganea, on July 2, 2018

15 Breakfast Nook Ideas That Revolve Around The Kitchen Island

Personally I’m not a breakfast person but I can definitely appreciate how useful and practical a breakfast nook can be. Think of it as a feature that brings family members together in the morning but also as a multifunctional feature which can be useful in many different contexts and in various different ways. A lot...

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Fun And Simple 4th Of July Crafts With Patriotic Flair

Posted in DIY Projects | by Simona Ganea, on July 2, 2018

Fun And Simple 4th Of July Crafts With Patriotic Flair

Our Independence Day plans for this year continue and we hope you’re excited about this too because we have more great 4th of July crafts to show you. Don’t worry, they’re all pretty simple and they’re also quite fun to make too. They’re meant to let you express your patriotism in a creative and beautiful...

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40 Cool PVC Hacks That Can Make Your Home More Beautiful

Posted in DIY Projects | by Simona Ganea, on June 29, 2018

40 Cool PVC Hacks That Can Make Your Home More Beautiful

As you may have noticed, we love discovering new and ingenious ideas when it comes to repurposing old stuff or using basic items to create unique and cool things which can ultimately improve home decor or the ambiance in a space. Today we have something special in store for you: 40 cool projects which show...

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Upgrade Your Life With Cool Innovative Designs

Posted in Furniture | by Vera Dordick, on June 29, 2018

Upgrade Your Life With Cool Innovative Designs

Choosing functional items that have great style and life-enhancing features makes day-to-day tasks far more pleasant. Cool designs that you appreciate are the most fun to use and will attract the attention of friends and family, not only for their stylishness, but for the way they make life better. Watch the video bellow!  Skin...

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A Modern Family Home Takes The Place Of A Beautiful But Old House

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on June 29, 2018

A Modern Family Home Takes The Place Of A Beautiful But Old House

Every home has its own special story and history and in some cases that story starts early on and has several distinct chapters. Some homes are older than they look while others are fresh and new. The story of this house from San Mateo, US starts in 2016 when studio Klopf Architecture decided it was time...

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Make Your Space On-Trend with Cool New Designs

Posted in Interiors | by Vera Dordick, on June 28, 2018

Make Your Space On-Trend with Cool New Designs

Adding a cool new design to your living space is the quickest way to jazz things up and make your home feel current.  More than just a simple refresh, incorporating a new piece of furniture, lighting or decor is a statement-making move. Cool designs are usually bolder  pieces that convey a sense of personality and...

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10 Patriotic 4th Of July Table Decor Ideas For A Successful Party

Posted in DIY Projects | by Simona Ganea, on June 28, 2018

10 Patriotic 4th Of July Table Decor Ideas For A Successful Party

Every year on the 4th of July the U.S. celebrates Independence Day. This event is commonly associated with parades, carnivals, fireworks as well as with family reunions and all sorts of public and private events. In that spirit, we’re hoping to inspire you too to plan something festive for this day. We’ve selected our favorite...

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How to Declutter a Vanity

Posted in How To Clean | by Brittney Smart, on June 28, 2018

How to Declutter a Vanity

We’ve all been there – the vanity in the bedroom starts out fresh and clean enough. But it slowly, over time, becomes a dumping ground for all the stuff we don’t know what to do with or whether or not to get rid of or keep. It’s normal and happens to everyone; I think there’s...

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The Cities With The Most Colorful Houses In The World

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on June 27, 2018

The Cities With The Most Colorful Houses In The World

Looks matter and that’s not only true for people but for objects and buildings too. The way a house looks like on the outside is important and has a lot to do with the curb appeal and the overall impression created in relation to the viewers but also the surroundings. We’re going to get into...

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The Vipp Shelter – The Ultimate Prefab Home Comes Packed With Cool Features

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on June 26, 2018

The Vipp Shelter – The Ultimate Prefab Home Comes Packed With Cool Features

All buildings regardless of their function are usually constructed and planned in relation to their surroundings and the context of their location. There is however a type of structure which is not necessarily dependent on the environment surrounding it, at least not in the common sense. We’re talking about prefab cabins and other such structures...

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Renovated Belgravia Apartment is an Elegant Pied-a-Terre

Posted in Apartments | by Vera Dordick, on June 25, 2018

Renovated Belgravia Apartment is an Elegant Pied-a-Terre

Full of light and understated style, a completely revamped London apartment offers a relaxed yet chic open plan living arrangement. Located in Belgravia, one of the wealthiest residential districts in the world, the renovation of the three-bedroom residence was limited by the small footprint. Despite the confines, architects and designers from Light On White Design...

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Amazing Norwegian Cabins To Watch The Northern Lights From

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on June 22, 2018

Amazing Norwegian Cabins To Watch The Northern Lights From

The Norwegian landscape is a blend of rugged terrain and stunning and mysterious beauty and what better way to enjoy all that than by living in a cabin surrounded by nature and its gorgeous creations? In the images that follow we’ll show you a few of the most breathtaking Norwegian cabins which manage to tame...

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A Few Cool Ways To Choose Your Bathroom Color Scheme

Posted in Bathroom | by Simona Ganea, on June 22, 2018

A Few Cool Ways To Choose Your Bathroom Color Scheme

The color  combined with the lighting, the furniture, fixtures and decorations present in a particular space set the mood for that room and sometimes also set a theme for that space’s interior design and decor. Some colors are better suited for certain types of spaces but there’s really no general rule regarding that. That being...

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DIY Home Decor Ideas That Can Improve Your Home Right Now

Posted in DIY Projects | by Simona Ganea, on June 21, 2018

DIY Home Decor Ideas That Can Improve Your Home Right Now

If you want to improve your home, to make it look and feel more inviting, more like you or simply more enjoyable there are all sorts of interesting ways to do that, including a bunch of DIY home decor improvements. We’ve put together a list of such projects. They’re all things which you can build...

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Inspired, Comfortable Designs Hallmark of Top Atlanta Interior Designers

Posted in Interiors | by Vera Dordick, on June 20, 2018

Inspired, Comfortable Designs Hallmark of Top Atlanta Interior Designers

A recent study by custom furniture company Joybird ranked Atlanta seventh among the top interior design cities in the United States. According to the results, Atlanta had one of the highest percentages of interior designers working for established interior design firms. The city also has 457 home furnishing and decor stores, placing it squarely near...

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13 Ideas That Can Totally Change Your Backyard Decor And Landscape

Posted in Outdoor | by Simona Ganea, on June 20, 2018

13 Ideas That Can Totally Change Your Backyard Decor And Landscape

Having a backyard or a garden is a real blessing especially when it’s nice and warm outside and you get to spend time outdoors doing all sorts of fun activities. That being said, you should try to personalize your backyard decor (or front yard, why not?) to suit your lifestyle. There are many different ways...

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Luxuriate in Nature, Disconnect from Modern Stress at Mayan Azulik Resort

Posted in Hotels & Resorts | by Vera Dordick, on June 20, 2018

Luxuriate in Nature, Disconnect from Modern Stress at Mayan Azulik Resort

Tucked away on Mexico’s Caribbean coast near Tulum is a resort unlike any other. Azulik offers a one-of-a-kind experience allowing you to luxuriate in nature, peace and quiet. No phones, no wifi and no television or electricity. More than just a vacation/digital detox, it is a rustic and mesmerizing resort that offers a retreat from today’s...

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15 Clever Small House Ideas (All Under 1000 sq ft)

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on June 19, 2018

15 Clever Small House Ideas (All Under 1000 sq ft)

Small house ideas are gaining popularity as a way for people to free themselves from high mortgage payments, embrace simple living, and reduce home maintenance time and costs.    Many small house plans are available, ranging from tiny up to 1,000 square feet. You can also choose from multiple styles and unlimited layouts. We’ve rounded...

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All The Cool Characteristics Of Modern Kitchen Cabinets

Posted in Kitchen | by Simona Ganea, on June 19, 2018

All The Cool Characteristics Of Modern Kitchen Cabinets

The modern kitchen is more than just a space designed for the preparation of cooking of food, its role being a central one. With this change in function and style also came a series of changes in the design and decor of the space. Modern kitchen cabinets are focused equally on functionality and aesthetic appeal...

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Stunning California Mountaintop Getaway Built with Prefab Modules

Posted in Architecture | by Vera Dordick, on June 19, 2018

Stunning California Mountaintop Getaway Built with Prefab Modules

Looking at this stunning mountaintop retreat, it’s very hard to believe that it is a prefab home. Yet, it is specifically the prefab nature of this construction that makes it so special because it allowed the homeowners to design the California getaway of their dreams with minimal impact on the landscape and environment. Set on...

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Simple DIY Picture Frame for Mermaid Tail Fabric

Posted in DIY Projects | by Brittney Smart, on June 18, 2018

Simple DIY Picture Frame for Mermaid Tail Fabric

If you have a particular piece to frame, and that piece happens to be large or oddly shaped, you know how frustrating and/or expensive it can be to frame it. That’s where being able to build your own picture frame comes in handy. With a DIY picture frame, you can easily create it to your...

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The Sleigh Bed – What It Is And What It Offers

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on June 18, 2018

The Sleigh Bed – What It Is And What It Offers

Most homes have regular, standard beds but every once in a while we come across a space that’s different. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that there are more types of beds that you’re probably aware of. Some varieties are not exactly popular or have some very specific design characteristics which don’t really allow them...

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How To Repurpose A Galvanized Stock Tank This Summer

Posted in DIY Projects | by Simona Ganea, on June 15, 2018

How To Repurpose A Galvanized Stock Tank This Summer

Last summer a trend emerged as a lot of people started using galvanized stock tanks as pools and hot tubs for their back yards. While there were some strong points being made about how practical or safe these things are, the idea of repurposing these tanks into something cool for the backyard area or for...

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Corsican Retreat Features Relaxed Style that Reflects its Natural Surroundings

Posted in Architecture | by Vera Dordick, on June 14, 2018

Corsican Retreat Features Relaxed Style that Reflects its Natural Surroundings

Set in a dense Corsican forest, a modern home melds with its environment, offering views across the high, dry forest and a luxurious living space. The 400 square-meter house features large terraces and gardens along with a silhouette that truly becomes part of the landscape. Designed by AW², an international architecture and interior design firm run...

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Decorating Tips for Walls: Making a Statement without Saying a Word

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on June 12, 2018

Decorating Tips for Walls: Making a Statement without Saying a Word

Walls are a much too-often overlooked component of décor. As the primary vertical component of any interior space, the walls have an unmatched opportunity to communicate the intended vibe of a space. No matter what room your walls surround, one of the more important home decorating ideas is to consider your walls and what they...

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The Most Spectacular Underwater Hotels And Restaurants The World Has To Offer

Posted in Best Of | by Simona Ganea, on June 12, 2018

The Most Spectacular Underwater Hotels And Restaurants The World Has To Offer

The underwater world is fascinating mostly because it’s so inaccessible to many of us. It’s basically a whole new world totally different than the one we live in and it’s all around us. Explorers and researchers are constantly discovering more and more about it but the thing that mesmerizes us all is how beautiful and...

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Decorating The Bathroom On Budget – Cool DIY Ideas You Should Try

Posted in Bathroom | by Simona Ganea, on June 11, 2018

Decorating The Bathroom On Budget – Cool DIY Ideas You Should Try

We don’t typically think of bathrooms as being stylish but that doesn’t mean they can’t or shouldn’t be beautiful and charming. This is one of those times when the little things matter and that’s exactly what we’re going to focus on today. Get ready to be bombarded with a ton of cool bathroom decorating ideas...

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15 Great Pieces From Emerging Canadian Designers

Posted in Interiors | by Vera Dordick, on June 11, 2018

15 Great Pieces From Emerging Canadian Designers

Some of the most exciting pieces that Homedit discovers at design shows are those by up and coming designers as well as by those who are relatively new to the greater public eye. Prowling the aisles at the International Design Show in Toronto this year, we found all kids of custom work and limited-edition pieces by...

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A Rented Apartment Gets A Complete Remodel Via Custom Furniture

Posted in Apartments | by Simona Ganea, on June 11, 2018

A Rented Apartment Gets A Complete Remodel Via Custom Furniture

Renting an apartment can be convenient in some ways but doesn’t really leave a lot of room for customization since you can’t really make any permanent changes to the place. That leaves fewer options and faces interior designers with some specific challenges but also opens the doors to some pretty interesting possibilities. This, for example,...

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New Outdoor Chair Designs to Freshen Up Your Summer Style

Posted in Outdoor | by Vera Dordick, on June 8, 2018

New Outdoor Chair Designs to Freshen Up Your Summer Style

Sitting outside is one of life’s great pleasures and we’ve got 14 examples of stylish seats for your outdoor space. New chic seats are a quick way to update a look, no matter if you are outfitting a modest balcony or completely redoing a backyard patio. Even if there’s only have room for a chair...

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Sofa Styles For Luxurious Living

Posted in Sofa and Chair | by Vera Dordick, on June 7, 2018

Sofa Styles For Luxurious Living

Sofa styles range from simple to complex. To understand how important sofas are, look at it like this: the sofa is to the living room what the refrigerator is to the kitchen. Regardless of your sofa style, the furniture piece can transform a living room.  As a furniture piece, the sofa anchors the living space....

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Find A Modern Mailbox That Matches Your Home And Style

Posted in Outdoor | by Simona Ganea, on June 7, 2018

Find A Modern Mailbox That Matches Your Home And Style

Maybe we don’t receive as much physical mail as we used to, with everything being done electronically these days, but that doesn’t really make the mailbox useless. Keep it for nostalgia or for receiving packages, but don’t eliminate it just yet. In this scenario it could even be cool to update its design so it...

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How To Use Reclaimed Wood Floating Shelves To Prettify Your Home

Posted in DIY Projects | by Simona Ganea, on June 6, 2018

How To Use Reclaimed Wood Floating Shelves To Prettify Your Home

Reclaimed wood is pretty easy to come by plus you can get it for very cheap or even for free and that makes any DIY project involving this material that much more inspiring and awesome. For today we’ve selected a bunch of reclaimed wood floating shelves that we like. They’re the type of accessories which...

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Architectural Landmarks Old and New Are Highlights of New York City

Posted in Architecture | by Vera Dordick, on June 5, 2018

Architectural Landmarks Old and New Are Highlights of New York City

While Broadway and the Statue of Liberty are big draws in The Big Apple, there are many New York City architectural landmarks that are “must see” sites. From iconic exterior silhouettes to spectacular interiors, the city has a wealth of architectural masterpieces that should be on your travel agenda. Some are well known while other might...

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How To Design and Decorate Your Dream Bathroom

Posted in Bathroom | by Simona Ganea, on June 5, 2018

How To Design and Decorate Your Dream Bathroom

One of the major mistakes we make when decorating our bathrooms is considering this space purely functional and utilitarian and not taking into consideration the fact that dream bathrooms are more than that. They’re designed as extensions of the living spaces and the bedrooms and their designs are perfect blends of functional and aesthetic features....

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How To Make Your Own Stock Tank Pool This Summer

Posted in Outdoor | by Simona Ganea, on June 5, 2018

How To Make Your Own Stock Tank Pool This Summer

The humble stock tank pool which is actually intended to be used on farms and ranches as a water container for livestock is full of secrets. One of this more unusual uses is as a pool/ tub. This untraditional alternative to the in-ground swimming pool has started a pretty big trend on social media lately....

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World-Class Homes Are Created by Houston’s Top Interior Designers

Posted in Best Of | by Vera Dordick, on June 4, 2018

World-Class Homes Are Created by Houston’s Top Interior Designers

They say that everything is bigger in Texas, and in some cases, they are certainly grander. In a state where the appetite for all things large and luxurious is positively voracious, cities like Houston have developed a marvelous pool of interior design talent. With more than 6.5 million residents in the Houston metro area, it is...

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The Refined And Sophisticated Side Of The Brass Coffee Table

Posted in Furniture | by Simona Ganea, on June 4, 2018

The Refined And Sophisticated Side Of The Brass Coffee Table

Brass is one of the most widely used alloys thanks to its easy production process as well as the unique properties of the material. It’s used to make nuts, bolts, taps and injectors but also beautiful furniture which is quite the contrast. Imagine a brass coffee table in the middle of your living room. It...

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A Cantilevered House Supported By Two Diagonal Cylinders

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on June 4, 2018

A Cantilevered House Supported By Two Diagonal Cylinders

Finding the perfect spot to build one’s dream home can take years. It certainly did for the owner of this extraordinary house which sits on a sloping site at the foot of the Yatsugatake Mountains in Nagano, Japan. The house was designed and built by Kidosaki Architects Studio in 2012 and fully embraces its immediate and...

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The 20 Best Bed Frames For Modern And Contemporary Bedrooms

Posted in Bedroom | by Simona Ganea, on June 1, 2018

The 20 Best Bed Frames For Modern And Contemporary Bedrooms

When choosing a bed, there are two major aspects to consider. One of them is the bed frame and the other is the mattress. It’s important for a bed to be sturdy and durable but also comfortable and good-looking so these elements have to be balanced and to complement each other in a nice way....

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Beautiful Interiors With Steel Spiral Staircase Focal Points

Posted in Interiors | by Simona Ganea, on May 31, 2018

Beautiful Interiors With Steel Spiral Staircase Focal Points

A spiral staircase is the type of feature that manages to perfectly blend the ideas of functional and good-looking and on top of that manages to be space-efficient too. But today we’re not going to discuss the particularities of the design, form and proportions, at least not in a detailed manner. The subject of today’s...

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Transform Your Outdoor Living Space into a Stylish Retreat With Best Designs

Posted in Outdoor | by Vera Dordick, on May 29, 2018

Transform Your Outdoor Living Space into a Stylish Retreat With Best Designs

As soon as the first warm days of summer hit, the itch to spend more time outside takes hold. No matter whether you have a balcony, deck, yard or other outdoor space, designers have new designs to make it more stylish. Current trends are turning outdoor living spaces into extensions of a home’s interior. Outdoor style used...

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Four-Storey Family Home Gets A Stunning And Minimalist Update

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on May 29, 2018

Four-Storey Family Home Gets A Stunning And Minimalist Update

We’re designed to notice and to create patterns, it’s in our nature. It’s also in our nature to notice any deviation from the pattern. When it comes to design and architecture as well as other domains, we praise these deviations and we reward the idea of thinking outside the box. Take this California house for...

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San Francisco Clients Want Style and Comfort from Top Interior Designers

Posted in Best Of | by Vera Dordick, on May 28, 2018

San Francisco Clients Want Style and Comfort from Top Interior Designers

San Francisco might not have the celebrity cache of Los Angeles, but it is still a city full of accomplished design professionals, driven by the city’s business and the nearby Silicon Valley area. While tech entrepreneurs may be the most high-profile sector fueling high-end luxury residential projects, the Bay area has always been home to...

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ICFF 2018 Showcases Latest Interior Design Innovations

Posted in Best Of | by Vera Dordick, on May 25, 2018

ICFF 2018 Showcases Latest Interior Design Innovations

New designs from international brands big and small were on show at ICFF in New York City. One of the most exciting design events of the year, the fair is the largest in line-up comprising the city’s annual celebration of design, NYCX. The 2018 edition did not disappoint, with modern and contemporary design innovations in all...

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Exclusive Designs Worthy Of Luxury Bathrooms Everywhere

Posted in Bathroom | by Simona Ganea, on May 23, 2018

Exclusive Designs Worthy Of Luxury Bathrooms Everywhere

It’s not hard to spot a luxury bathroom. You basically know it when you see it, even if you don’t really know what are the elements that make a bathroom look luxurious and sophisticated in the first place. Every time it’s different and every time it’s a special set of design characteristics and elements that...

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Travelers Get True Local Tel Aviv Experience at New Chic Urban Hotel

Posted in Hotels & Resorts | by Vera Dordick, on May 23, 2018

Travelers Get True Local Tel Aviv Experience at New Chic Urban Hotel

A new hotel in Tel Aviv, Israel is offering a more than just a place to spend the night: The Vera gives travelers the opportunity to experience the excitement of the city up close and personal, with artisanal amenities, art and design by local creatives, and a hyperlocal concierge. Located near one of Tel Aviv’s...

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50 Shelving Ideas For Every Space, Decor And Style

Posted in Bookshelves | by Simona Ganea, on May 22, 2018

50 Shelving Ideas For Every Space, Decor And Style

Shelves, whatever their type or design may be, are universally practical and user-friendly, as demonstrated by their versatility. There is absolutely no room in a home which couldn’t benefit from open shelves. The shelves in a living can be used for the storage of books or the display of decorations, in the dining room a...

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20 Natural Ways & Homemade Tips and Tricks for a Deep Spring Clean

Posted in How To Clean | by Brittney Smart, on May 22, 2018

20 Natural Ways & Homemade Tips and Tricks for a Deep Spring Clean

Everyone wants to live in a clean home, and there’s something about the spring and summer months that bring out the urge to deep clean and freshen everything up. Being able to clean a house naturally is a simple way to provide non-toxic home care as well as save on cleaning costs…and it’s no more...

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How To Create Plans For The Kitchen Island Of Your Dreams

Posted in DIY Projects | by Simona Ganea, on May 22, 2018

How To Create Plans For The Kitchen Island Of Your Dreams

The island is the central piece of any kitchen, even if its role is in some ways not as important as that of the storage cabinets. There are cases when the kitchen island is completely missing and that’s usually when the kitchen is a separate room and quite small. A lot of times the island...

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Awesome Ways To Repurpose Simple Objects Into Home Accessories

Posted in DIY Projects | by Simona Ganea, on May 21, 2018

Awesome Ways To Repurpose Simple Objects Into Home Accessories

To repurpose something means to give it a second chance, to find a way to make that item useful in a new and unusual way. You’ve probably already repurposed things without even realizing it. For example, it’s pretty common to use Mason jars as flower vases or buckets as planters. In that spirit, we’ve compiled...

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The Mint Santa Teresa Hotel Welcomes Its Guests Into A Tropical Paradise

Posted in Hotels & Resorts | by Simona Ganea, on May 18, 2018

The Mint Santa Teresa Hotel Welcomes Its Guests Into A Tropical Paradise

Most touristic attractions focus on offering their visitors the most amazing views and while that’s definitely incredible sometimes it’s not enough. That’s how hotels such as the Mint Santa Teresa manage to stand out and to impress their guests. Located on Playa San Teresa  in Costa Rica, this contemporary hotel is actually a collection of...

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A Basic Guide to Modular Homes and Why You Might Want to Go This Route

Posted in Architecture | by Brittney Smart, on May 17, 2018

A Basic Guide to Modular Homes and Why You Might Want to Go This Route

In a nutshell, a modular home is a home that is built in sections inside a factory-type space, then transported in sections to the home’s site and assembled and completed on-site by the builder. Each section of the modular home moves through the factory setting, passing inspections under quality control after each step of construction....

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Travel to Paris In These 10 Bedrooms

Posted in Bedroom | by Casey Watkins, on May 17, 2018

Travel to Paris In These 10 Bedrooms

Do you ever get that restless feeling for change? Amidst the daily grind of work and chores and schedules, it’s easy to find a need for something new and exciting. For some, that means a vacation getaway to some faraway place. But for others, we might not be able to take the time off so...

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30 Girls’ Bedding Sets With Sweet And Lovely Designs

Posted in Kids | by Simona Ganea, on May 17, 2018

30 Girls’ Bedding Sets With Sweet And Lovely Designs

You might think things like the bedding or the lampshades are trivial and don’t really matter in the context of a bedroom’s interior design and decor. Actually, it’s the little things that matter the most in a lot of cases and while simply ignoring them wouldn’t seem like a big deal, giving them a little...

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Cool Ways To Turn The Windowsill Into An Awesome Feature For Your Home

Posted in Interiors | by Simona Ganea, on May 16, 2018

Cool Ways To Turn The Windowsill Into An Awesome Feature For Your Home

Wondering what else you could do to make your home more beautiful and welcoming? There’s one particular little space that often gets overlooked when decorating a space: the windowsill. It’s quite curious since every room usually has at least one window and windows usually have windowsills (a windowsill is a ledge forming the bottom part...

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Cool Room Décor with a Funky, Off-Beat Edge

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on May 16, 2018

Cool Room Décor with a Funky, Off-Beat Edge

Tired of the same old decorating options? Maybe this season, you’re feeling ready to express yourself – your true self – in your decorating. Those driftwood vignettes were soothing and nice, and you’ve loved the safety of your traditional brown sofa, but they just don’t communicate the quirky edginess that is part of the contemporary...

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Chicago’s Best Interior Designers Span the Full Range of Decor Styles

Posted in Best Of | by Vera Dordick, on May 15, 2018

Chicago’s Best Interior Designers Span the Full Range of Decor Styles

Whether a project is a simple living room redo or a complete gut and overhaul, you want the best interior designer to make your vision become a reality. In the Chicago area, there are many qualified and creative professionals, but some rise to the top of the list thanks to their style, skills and customer...

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Today’s 10 Most Popular Decorating Styles

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on May 15, 2018

Today’s 10 Most Popular Decorating Styles

Some people describe their decorating style as more eclectic than anything else, simply because they’re not sure what their style is…and what it isn’t. So “eclectic style” seems a safe catch-all category. While there is bound to be a bit of overlap in personal styles, it’s unfortunately not helpful to yourself to throw your sense...

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How To Craft Wood Centerpieces That Look Chic And Charming

Posted in DIY Projects | by Simona Ganea, on May 14, 2018

How To Craft Wood Centerpieces That Look Chic And Charming

Centerpieces are the focal point of the party decor whether it’s a housewarming party, a holiday celebration or just a special dinner. That’s actually common knowledge since we basically call them “centerpieces”. The possibilities are endless so today we’ll focus on a single category: wood centerpieces. We’ll check out some DIY ideas and some designs...

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What’s The Right Height To Hang Pictures And Artwork?

Posted in How To, Tips, and Advice | by Simona Ganea, on May 11, 2018

What’s The Right Height To Hang Pictures And Artwork?

Let’s say you’ve decided to decorate the walls of your home with some pictures or paintings. Choosing a theme and then selecting the pictures that you want to display is the first step and the most important one and once you’ve done that you might think you’re done but that’s just an illusion. You also...

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Craft A Hanging Wooden Shelf For Your Garden

Posted in Uncategorized | by Stefan Gheorghe, on May 11, 2018

Craft A Hanging Wooden Shelf For Your Garden

Accent pieces for your outdoor living space are a must for creating a personalized environment. This hanging garden shelf is simple to make and is a versatile accessory for your backyard. All you need is two wood blocks, rope and a drill. Mark and drill four holes on each wood piece as shown. Thread a rope...

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What Is Interior Design: A Crash Course

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on May 9, 2018

What Is Interior Design: A Crash Course

Strictly speaking, interior design is the art or process of designing the interior decoration of a room or building, according to Dictionary. But in reality, interior design is much more than knowing where to hang a picture, position a sofa, or place the kitchen sink. Interior design is much more comprehensive than that. It’s about...

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A Split-Level House Set At The Edge Of A Golf Course

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on May 9, 2018

A Split-Level House Set At The Edge Of A Golf Course

This is a residence located on the 13th Beach Golf Course Estate in Connerwarre, Australia. It’s a split level home with a total surface of 309.5 square meters. It was designed and built by Bespoke Architects in 2017 and there’s a lot worth mentioning about this project. First of all, all the views are beautiful....

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The 10 Best Indoor Trees For Homes And Workspaces

Posted in Interiors | by Simona Ganea, on May 9, 2018

The 10 Best Indoor Trees For Homes And Workspaces

Nothing brightens up a space and makes it feel fresh and vibrant like a houseplant or, even better, a tree. Yes, that’s right, you can actually grow a tree inside the house. Of course, you need to carefully consider its light and watering needs as well as its mature size before making a commitment. Not...

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Elements That Make Luxury Interior Design Eco-Friendly

Posted in Interiors | by Vera Dordick, on May 8, 2018

Elements That Make Luxury Interior Design Eco-Friendly

Traditionally, eco-friendly characteristics have not been the focus of luxury interior design, however that is changing. Homeowners — and designers — are taking environmental concerns more seriously, incorporating eco-friendly elements in remodeling projects as well as new construction. Even if you’re just looking to refresh your living space, there are ways that you can add...

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Charming Structures With Interior Stone Walls

Posted in Interiors | by Simona Ganea, on May 8, 2018

Charming Structures With Interior Stone Walls

Stone is one of the most popular and common construction materials but because it’s generally used on the exterior of buildings, interior stone walls are not exactly something we’re used with. They give a sense of rusticity and coziness and they’re sometimes associated with wine cellars, castles and mountain lodges. There are, however, many other...

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Serious Design, Whimsical Ideas Come to Life in Porky Hefer’s Animal Chairs

Posted in Sofa and Chair | by Vera Dordick, on May 7, 2018

Serious Design, Whimsical Ideas Come to Life in Porky Hefer’s Animal Chairs

They’re quirky and cozy, but the whimsical air of works by artist Porky Hefer belies the deeper meaning of the hanging seats he creates. From animal shapes to ovate seats woven from various materials, the “nests” that the South African artist designs are definitely conversation pieces. The materials he uses, the craftspeople who contribute their...

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Inspiring Ideas for Decorating on a Budget

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on May 4, 2018

Inspiring Ideas for Decorating on a Budget

Some of us might dream of remodeling the house or even moving altogether to an empty plot of land and starting from scratch, until reality shows up under the name of Budget. With a sigh, we are left to wonder if we’ll ever be able to achieve the look and feel in our current living...

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Colour Combination with a Twist: Perfect Palette Pairings for Today’s Interiors

Posted in Interiors | by Brittney Smart, on May 3, 2018

Colour Combination with a Twist: Perfect Palette Pairings for Today’s Interiors

We’re all probably pretty familiar with classic colour combinations (black and white, anyone?), as well as those pairings that have had major popularity over the past decade or two (grey and bright yellow come to mind). And, with colours, it can often feel like everything’s been done before. But there’s still hope! You can achieve...

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Bosco Verticale – The Amazing Green Towers That Shaped The Center of Milan

Posted in Architecture | by Simona Ganea, on May 3, 2018

Bosco Verticale – The Amazing Green Towers That Shaped The Center of Milan

You may have seen images of these green towers as they’re already very popular. This is the Bosco Verticale project and consists of two residential towers with green facades populated with gardens. It’s the first part of a large renovation project led by Hines Italia the goal of which is to repopulate Milan’s flora and...

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