Finding the right desk for the right person is very important. A desk is like a piece of clothing which has to fit just right in order to be comfortable. This is one of the reasons why some of our favorite desk ideas are the DIY kind. There’s something very wonderful about getting to decide...
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Finding the right gift for someone can become a nightmare pretty quickly especially when nothing seems meaningful enough. You can avoid all that by choosing to craft your gifts instead of buying them. If you don’t know what exactly you could craft, check out some of these creative homemade gifts and be inspired. A lot...
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Perched high on a bluff outside Austin, in Texas, this is one of the few ranch-style homes which have been preserved and updated to suit the requirements of a contemporary lifestyle. The property was renovated by Root Design Company and the transformation is quite spectacular. The original ranch included the main house, a guest house and a...
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When you hear someone saying they’re going to the library you’re probably imagining an old-looking space with dusty books on wooden shelves. While you can probably still find places like this, the modern library is actually an awesome space, some libraries actually featuring extraordinary designs that make reading seem cool and that make you feel...
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You’ve done all the research, talked to others who have made the move, and decided that a tiny house is for you. Even more, you have tried out living in a small space and already started downsizing your household in preparation for the change. You feel ready and want to build a tiny house. Before...
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The garage is probably the most cluttered and least organized space in the house and that’s because nobody really focuses enough on this area or on the furniture and features in it. Sure, other spaces have priority but a good garage organization system can actually help you keep the rest of the house clean and...
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Choosing the types of flooring you want in your home might seem like a mundane decision but actually, it’s a critical one from a number of aspects: The design foundation it lays for your rooms, the ease of maintenance, cost and durability. These are all important factors to consider when choosing among types of flooring....
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The laundry room is one of those areas where space efficiency is very important, either because the room is tiny or because it’s not exactly a separate room but a section of an area like the bathroom. Comfort shouldn’t be ignored either when designing and organizing this space. It’s important to store items close at...
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All work and no fun is not a recipe for success, no matter how you look at it. This is why a lot of companies are designing their offices in ways that inspire the employees to relax, to have fun and to feel comfortable and joyful at the workplace. Some even have office game rooms....
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When designing or building a staircase we focus mostly on the big things, more exactly the actual staircase and we tend to ignore the details such as the railing, forgetting that there’s a building code which we need to respect. In this article we’ll talk about the specificities of these regulations, we’ll offer answers to...
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It’s pretty amazing how many cool things you can do with driftwood considering that it’s basically old, discarded wood. The idea of using it to create decorations or accessories and even furniture is quite poetic. That being said, we’re ready to show you some of our favorite driftwood decor ideas and to inspire you to...
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Art is created with many mediums and one of the coolest just might be neon. Long a fixture on city streets everywhere, neon lights are increasingly being used to create artworks that are modern and different. These low-voltage lights consist of a glass tube that is filled with the inert gas — neon — with electrodes at the...
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A while ago we talked about bathroom wainscoting and we mentioned that it’s often confused with the beadboard wall treatment. While there are major similarities between these two design techniques, there are also a few key differences which make each style special. Today we’re focusing on beadboard bathroom designs and in particular on some of...
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It’s time to pick a new wall unit for your living room. Will it be a stand-alone unit or a wall-mounted one? Will it have lots of open shelves or will it be more of a closed cabinet sort of unit? Will it match the dining room set or not? How much storage will it...
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There are so many great colors of the year this year; the Behr 2018 color collection is especially beautiful. One way to keep a space feeling fresh is to take a look at color collections that you love and choose colors from the collection. But what if you just can’t choose? This basic tutorial will...
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Many of us, when we visualize pink, have a knee-jerk image that involves a bubble gum-covered nursery. While pink has definitely come to be associated with the birth and first years of little girls, the color can play a significant role in today’s interior design and chic décor. Here are some non-trad but on-trend ways...
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For some, their goal in life is to live in a mansion by the sea. It sounds rather ideal amidst the daily grind of life. Morning walks on the sand, the sound of the waves while you eat lunch, that sunset glow over the water in the evening. Who wouldn’t take that kind of life...
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A former bank with a brutalist exterior has been transformed into a premier Stockholm lifestyle hotel that boasts art and design as well as luxury. Set in the Swedish capital’s Brunkebergstorg Square, the stylish 343-room At Six Hotel is close to all the tourist sites and is surrounded by shopping, restaurants and bars. Its location...
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In case you didn’t already know it, the staircase can be an awesome interior design feature and an amazing focal point for homes, offices, restaurants, hotels and pretty much any building with two or more floors. There are many different types of stairs, each with its own unique characteristics and today we’re going to have...
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A room often seems incomplete without window treatments. Hanging curtains can change the space a lot, giving it more privacy and a more welcoming feel. We’re not going to get into all the types of curtains, the fabrics, the colors and everything else. Instead we’re going to talk about curtain rods. This is something that...
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Reflecting the unique exterior architecture, the latest model residence at Zaha Hadid’s New York apartment building is a melding of art and architecture. The rooms in this 3,000 square-foot, three-bedroom residence by interior designer Eric Cohler are all the epitome of modern streamlined luxury. Hadid’s 520 West 28th was her first project In New York as...
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I think we can all agree that a bed without a headboard would often look incomplete and that’s a detail which affects not only the way the bed looks but also the design of the entire bedroom. To avoid all of that the solution is simple: get a headboard. Well, it’s easier said and done...
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In spite of what some of us may think, living in a warehouse can be very nice and rewarding. Try to distance yourself for a moment from the stereotypical image of a warehouse often depicted as a very cold and unfriendly space and think about all the possibilities. Warehouses are designed to be able to...
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Tucked away in the historic center of Palma de Mallorca is San Gaieta, a 16-century palace that has been transformed into a colorful, comfortable modern residence. Italian architect and interior designer Teresa Sapey conceived and executed the design for the property, making it a totally customized home. The building — San Gaieta — has a fascinating history,...
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Succulents are cute and lovable, even when they get big and they come in a lot of different varieties, as if they’re inviting you to collect them and to display them into your home. Of course, a beautiful succulent needs a beautiful pot and that’s what we’re going to talk about today. We found a...
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In case you didn’t already know this, the artificial lighting can greatly emphasize the way we perceive a space, the mood created inside and the important given to certain functions or design elements. Today we’re focusing on living room lighting, particularly on the different types of fixtures one can choose from and the numerous interesting...
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When the new Cau Vang bridge opened this June, the whole world was mesmerized by its beauty and that inspired us to do some research to find out what other such amazing and modern bridges the world has to offer. We found quite a few of them and we selected our top favorites which we’re going...
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Outdoor furniture is not always the most comfortable or good-looking and that made us wonder….is there really no outdoor furniture that stands out from the crowd, that looks outstanding, is practical and comfortable all at the same time? Finding the right balance between these elements in a design is not always easy but that doesn’t...
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The way we perceive the rooftop of a building is gradually starting to change as more and more structures of all different kinds are now displaying beautiful gardens, terraces and even pools on their roofs. When you think about it, it’s a wonder we as people didn’t start to exploit this space earlier. It makes...
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Redecorating or improving a space can be very rewarding and fun and it’s not just indoor areas that can be the subject of such activities. Take a look outside and think of what would make your yard or garden even more charming and welcoming than it is now. Would a water feature make a big...
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Dozens of open houses, countless showings – and still you’re no closer to finding your dream home than when you started looking. Perhaps just opting to build a house to make sure you can get everything you want is the way to go. Yes, your wants and needs may be completely fulfilled, but the home-building...
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At the workplace a large desk is most often a must and can really increase productivity whereas a small desk can be more practical at home. Of course, there are always exceptions. For those of you who are convinced that a small computer table is the right choice, we have a few design options that...
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Canopy beds appeared out of a need for warmth and privacy rather than a need for style and extravagance. Until the 18th century the canopy beds used by noblemed in Europe were fairly simple and understated and lacked the ornate designs that were later adopted as a symbol of status. The modern canopy bed is...
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There are many different types of windows and skylights are among them. They’re sort of like regular windows installed into the ceiling or the roof of a structure, or so it would seem to the untrained eye. A skylight window is in fact quite special and not at all the same as a roof or...
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You don’t usually hear people talking about chapels in terms of their architecture and design and that’s most likely because chapels are usually small structures, sometimes rooms inside institutions such as hospitals or schools. They’re worship spaces for people that are just passing by so it’s very difficult to become attached to such a space...
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Should I rent or should I buy? What was once a simple question of renting vs. buying a house is now much more complex. For the longest time, it was assumed that once you earned and saved enough money, you would buy a house because ownership was the dream as well as the most financially...
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How you ever considered installing floor tiles in your bathroom by yourself? Yes, that’s something that you’d usually need a professional for but, as it turns out, it’s entirely possible to manage such a project by yourself if you have the right tools and if you do some research before you actually start the project....
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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We spend a lot of time trying to find the best way to decorate the walls of our homes and offices and the results are sometimes really amazing but it might be nice to first of all take into consideration all the options when it comes to surfaces that can be decorated. In that sense...
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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 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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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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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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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 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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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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No matter what type of walls are in a home – flat or textured, papered or paneled or painted – they are going to get dirty. Fingerprints, dust, grime, smudges, splatters, and much more are just as likely to irritate a wall as they are any other surface. Often overlooked as part of a regular...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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How small does an apartment actually have to be for it to be considered small? What’s small to some people might be tiny to others or standard to some. What about a micro apartment? Well, we can assume that it would have to be pretty tiny so how do you imagine such a space looks...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Shelves, regardless of type or design, are practical and versatile. Every room can benefit from open shelves, whether in the living room for books and decor, the dining room for dishes, the bathroom for toiletries, or the kitchen for utensils and spices. Shelving also works well in spaces like home offices, entryways, hallways, and bedrooms....
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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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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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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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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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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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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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