In the bathroom, function is paramount: Fixtures have to work efficiently and the arrangement must be easy to use. Beyond that, however, is a wide world of bathroom designs that are stylish and comfortable. They can transform a basic bathroom into a luxurious and relaxing space with the latest trends and technologies. From simple sink...
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Although it’s not a must-have feature, a bench can play a very important role in the overall design and ambiance of an entryway. As it turns out, a rustic entryway bench is a perfect tool if you want to make this space feel welcoming, comfortable and friendly. In addition to looking cozy, a rustic bench...
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There’s no bedroom without a bed and that makes this usually large piece of furniture the focal point of the sleeping area. A new bed is usually a pretty big investment but not if you build the frame yourself. You may think the idea of a DIY bed frame is just a nice dream but...
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Once more, Easter is just around the corner and that means it’s time to start planning all sorts of fun activities and let’s not forget about the Easter decor. This year you should plan something special. We have 50 great ideas for you to check out and to choose from. We’re focusing on Easter table...
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Did you know those dividers that sort of look like walls but don’t go all the way up to the ceiling or even up to eye level are called pony walls? It sounds really cute and that makes these structures that much more adorable. Add to that the fact that pony walls are also very...
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Not sure how to decorate that empty wall in your home? How about a banner? Banners are easy and fun to make and can be customized in lots and lots of different ways. Moreover, they can be displayed on all sorts of surfaces, not just on walls. A popular practice is decorating the fireplace mantel...
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Ah…marble, such a precious and beautiful material, so elegant and so wonderfully versatile, even a small piece can make a big difference in a room’s interior decor. That being said, let’s check a few interesting ways in which you can use a marble shelf to make your home more chic and stylish. The combination is...
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Kids love to pretend being grown ups. They enjoy pretending to cook, to serve meals or to have fake tea with their buddies and you can encourage them to nourish and develop a passion for that by giving them a kids’ kitchen set. It’s fun and educational at the same time and, as it turns...
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Of all the ways to decorate a space, we find that wood signs are among the purest and simplest expressions of beauty. A wood sign is also fairly easy to make/ decorate so that’s a big plus on its side. Add to that the infinite number of ways to customize it and you got yourself...
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The backsplash is usually something we plan for the kitchen, often overlooking the fact that the bathroom needs one too. But is a bathroom backsplash any different than a kitchen backsplash? Well, yes and no. In a lot of ways, the two types are very similar and the differences are mostly related to the overall...
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When it comes to interior decors with gold/golden features the opinions are rather strict. In other words, you either love it or you hate it. This perception is related to the decor as a whole but also to the individual elements it’s composed of. Let’s take an example: gold wallpaper is something which can make...
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For anyone who has considered delving into a life of ease and luxury with a robotic vacuum cleaner, you’re aware that there are many different robot vacuum options on the market today. It can be hard to choose which robot vacuum is right for you and your space. To add to your research, we’d like...
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Mantels can easily become overcrowded with stuff. Things. Junk. I’m not sure why this is so, other than the mantel provides a practically perfect surface on which to display things. Which means that when you acquire or create a new decoration, it will often find its way to the mantel…regardless of whether or not it...
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Every inch of space is important when it comes to storage, especially in the kitchen where there’s always so much to store and to organize and rarely enough space to do it in a way that’s both practical and aesthetically-pleasing. Nevertheless, clever kitchen storage ideas are actually not that hard to come by. The tricky...
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Nowadays freestanding cabinets are so rarely seen in kitchens that when they do appear they look unusual, unnatural and intriguing. There was a time, however, when everything in the kitchen was free and movable and that included both appliances and furniture, the only exception being the sink. In the 1940s, however, came a period when...
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A modern urban oasis situated in a Melbourne neighborhood stands out for its unique style. Rather than presenting the typical double-door garage that faces the street, the welcoming façade of the home features clean geometric lines and a mix of surfaces that provide depth and visual interest. Designed by Jamison Architects, the duplex home is...
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It’s always exciting and interesting to see something simple and common being reinvented. The chair a perfect example. We’re all familiar with it and most interior designs include some variation of this basic piece of furniture. A constant dilemma involves making a choice between looks and comfort. Would you rather have comfortable chairs or chairs...
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New materials, innovative designs and fun items for the home are among the many design inspirations Homedit found at the recent NYNOW show. Brands big and small presented their latest wares for home and contract and we found lots to like at this winter’s edition. Here is a collection of some of our favorite new...
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With our technologically advancing world, there are a variety of wonderfully convenient, hands-free cleaning options available to us, including robot vacuums. Two of the robotic vacuums considered by many to be the best on the market these days are the Neato BotVac Connected and the iRobot Roomba 980. But, as you will want your robot...
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Beauty lies in the details and that applies to everything, even something as insignificant as a shower drain. Actually, nothing is completely insignificant, at least not to everyone. The shower drain may seem like a very small cog in a very large machine but it is a cog nonetheless and it deserves our attention, especially...
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Tucked away high in the mountains of Brazil, a sophisticated yet rustic lake house serves as a refuge for friends and fun. The contemporary structure is built to take full advantage of the small man-made lake and secluded locale near Imigrante in Rio Grande do Sul. Designed by Cadi Arquitetura for a 26-year-old DJ, the...
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There’s more than one way to make a bathroom look stylish and some of the options revolve around the vanity. The bathroom vanity is an important part of this room’s decor and ambiance and its design can impact the functionality of the space in a lot of ways. The design of the vanity is obviously...
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Bathrooms today are more than just a functional space. They’re the room that we often retreat to for self-pampering or a spa-like experience. If you’re looking into bathroom remodeling, you have likely found such a spectrum of costs and designs, that it’s hard to know where to cut costs and what options are available. But...
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Do you ever get that urge to do something for your home, to craft something…anything that could make your home more beautiful, more customized, more…you? All it takes is one successful attempt at DIY home decor to get hooked and to want more so if you’ve already done this once you’re probably already looking for...
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It’s the most valuable space in any home — the kitchen. It is also one of the top rooms for upgrades and renovations in a house. The kitchen has to be highly functional, efficient and comfortable because it serves as command central for the family. Of course, you want it to be stylish too, so...
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Nightlights are small light fixtures placed in areas of the house that are always dark or that become dark at certain times, their role being to provide comfortable and subtle lighting. They’re very commonly used in children’s rooms but they can also be useful on hallways, in workspaces where they can ensure a cozy ambiance...
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There are few things more important, safety-wise, than having a functional smoke detector in your home. Smoke detectors are, as a general rule, fairly inexpensive to purchase and provide such peace of mind. In addition, they can usually be installed simply and quickly, even by non-professionals. Any smoke alarm that has a higher price than...
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Green is a very fresh and invigorating color and these attributes apply to pretty much all the different nuances derived from it. This is a color well-suited for the kitchen for a variety of reasons, the most important one of all being that it simply makes sense and it looks good. Naturally, there are many...
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A sectional sofa is just what a large living room needs. It provides plenty of seating for everyone and it doesn’t take up a whole lot of space compared to the option of having multiple individual sofas or armchairs. A modular sectional sofa is even more practical and a great option for multifunctional spaces as...
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Modern apartments featuring lots of rounded corners and glass walls, born from an old flat, make for a unique property in Madrid. The three luxury apartments carved from the old space were a design challenge for the architects, Fast and Furious Production Office. They wanted to show how an investment property could be done in a...
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Every once in a while, a DIY project presents itself that is so easy, so fast, and yet so completely perfect for a space that you can’t help dropping everything and doing that project. This DIY wire cage ceiling light fixture is just such a project. It’s unbelievably simple and straightforward, and the end result...
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The search for the perfect furniture piece for a particular space can prove to be a never-ending quest with more possible endings than you can imagine. With so many cool designs to choose from, picking a single one can often seem like an impossible task. The hard part is always making a selection and differentiating...
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Marble is an extraordinarily beautiful material with natural qualities which are emphasized by designers and professionals in many different ways. Antolini is one of the companies which takes natural stone processing to the rank of art. We’re particularly blown away by the amazing bathroom designs which they created using Italian marble. The company was founded...
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Would you buy a new house simply because your front door isn’t working well? What about purchasing a new car just because your existing car has peeling paint? Probably not. But, sometimes, that’s how people look at a kitchen upgrade. Even though the kitchen cabinets fit well in the space and have quality interiors, they...
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You might have noticed it already. Even though Pantone’s color of the year is a vibrant purple, there is a soft green invading our decorating. It’s easy to understand why. First, green is a calming color so naturally we would want it everywhere in our home. Second, green as a sage color gives you the...
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We’re all aware of robot vacuums and the impact they have had on clean floors over the past recent years. They’re certainly a cool, modern twist on traditional cleaning needs and methods. But, if we’re being honest, robot vacuums are becoming more common, which means that newer models will have a harder time impressing –...
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The idea of integrating LED strip lights into your home decor has probably occurred to you before but you may not have given it enough thought and then it was just forgotten. Well now it’s time to give it a second chance. We’re pretty confident that the examples we’ve prepared for you today can inspire...
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We all need a shot of inspiration from time to time when it comes to decorating ideas. Maybe you’ve moved and don’t know quite where to start making your new house your home, or maybe your space is just feeling a little stale but you don’t have any fresh ideas for decorating it the way...
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The coffee table, whether it’s big or small, low, rustic, modern, made of wood, metal or composite materials, has a key role in the design and structure of any living room. It’s often at the center of the design despite its usually small dimensions and in a way that shows its versatility and adaptability. Small...
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With vision and creativity, architects have transformed steep, rocky slope into a spacious home with distant views to Sydney harbor. Located in the eastern suburbs of this Australian City, the home is generous and livable residence that sits on an irregular plot that was a challenge to the designers. The stylish house encompasses 940 square...
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Have you ever been in a dome? Picture this: you’re somewhere in the middle of nature, away from cities, traffic, noise and pollution and you’re lying on your back and admiring the sky, the infinity of stars and the dreamy clouds. It’s a wonderful and liberating feeling which reveals the beautiful harmony which surrounds you...
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Kids don’t usually like to take baths or showers and parents have to get creative if they want to make these experiences pleasant and fun. The environment and the ambiance are very important in this case. Bathrooms often tend to be perceived as strictly utilitarian space without giving much thought to the decor and the...
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There’s a fine line between décor that is sterile and décor that is well-edited and decluttered. It can definitely be tricky to find the sweet spot that hovers somewhere in the range of clutter-free while also showcasing a bit of personal style. Admittedly, decluttering a bookshelf is a lifelong endeavor. It requires constant tweaking and...
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In every room or particular area of the house there’s one element or furniture piece which stands out from the rest and which dictates the way everything else is placed and oriented. In the bathroom, that element is usually the bathtub. Its central role is due to its size but also its function and the...
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We’ve all heard the saying, “The kitchen is the heart of the home.” This is true – it’s the primary place for everyone (residents and visitors alike) to gather, talk, eat, and simply be together. A tired, worn out kitchen does the family very little favors, whereas a fresh, invigorating kitchen can infuse the family...
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Building a birdhouse is one of the nicest things you can do for your garden or backyard. You’d actually be doing this for the cute little birds that live in the area. They’d have a place to call home and you’d have a garden bursting with energy and lovely chirping to wake you up in...
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With each successive year, Art Basel Miami grows in size thanks to its popularity and the quickly expanding number of concurrent art shows in the city. As the event has become a who’s who of art, design and fashion, the fair itself has grown, attracting more than 82,000 visitors in 2017. The show featured 268...
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The world is full of creative minds that transform the way we perceive even the simplest things – like houses. Some unusual houses seem to defy gravity, while others look like they’re from another planet or made of glass. If you need some design inspo, check out these top fifteen weird houses from around the...
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A dog is a great friend, a bro that’s always there when you need him while a cat is a sneaky and cute little thing that knows you can’t resist its charm and doesn’t hesitate to enjoy the situation. They’re so different and yet they’re both so lovable that all you want to do is...
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It’s no surprise to anyone who’s even thought about changing up a kitchen that kitchen cabinets are incredibly expensive. At least, new, custom, full-service cabinets are incredibly expensive. But there are cheap kitchen cabinets available that can help you stick to your budget without sacrificing style or even convenience. In this article, we’ll discuss some...
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We’ve repeatedly emphasized just how beautiful and elegant a decor becomes when you add a few gold accents to it but we failed to mention that silver accents can have an impact just as strong on a space. We’ve actually talked a bit about mirrored furniture on a few separate occasions which is one of...
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Right now chances are that whatever you decide to do there’s an app that can help with that. Basically there really is an app for everything. Over the past few years a bunch of interior design apps were created and some of them are really helpful. Use best interior design apps to plan new room...
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As one of the first design shows of the year, IDS Toronto is eagerly awaited for its glimpse into the design trends and technologies that will be among the highlights for the coming year. The 2018 show was no exception and Homedit found lots of great new products and designs to make your home more...
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It’s time to turn those plants that you love so much into something more than just a source of green for your windowsill. It’s time to help them become eye-catching decorations and to allow them to stand out by putting them in stylish planters or on one of these exquisite plant stands that highlight and complement...
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If you’re looking into a kitchen remodel or are installing a kitchen in new construction, you have probably already discovered how expensive new and/or updated kitchens can be. In fact, the kitchen is arguably one of the most important rooms in the entire home (followed closely, by many accounts, by the master bath). There is...
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On Valentine’s Day we celebrate love by offering gifts and doing nice gestures for those we cherish the most. Every year we try to find a special way to show our love and it’s never too early to come up with a great idea. Since there’s still some time left until then, we thought we’d...
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Kitchens have many secrets which are cleverly hidden behind doors. We love the mystery and we also like the fact that doors make kitchens look neat and organized which is particularly appreciated in modern and contemporary design. So what can you hide behind closed doors in a kitchen? Well, a lot of things. Usually we...
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Have a nice dining table you want to show off but not quite committed to a full table cloth? Create your own custom table runner with only one yard of fabric! Just a little cutting, sewing, and fringing and you’re on your way to a beautiful piece that will accent your table for all your...
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If something catastrophic were to happen tomorrow in the world, would you be happy to remain in your present home or would you rather find shelter somewhere else? Sure, there’s no place like home, but that won’t help you survive the apocalypse. A house reinforced with sliding walls or a movable one which you can...
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The farmhouse style is defined by a strong relationship with nature and a few key characteristics such as simplicity, warmth and balance between old and new. There’s a fine line between making a space look chic, cozy and relaxing and making it seem kitschy and bulky. To be sure you’re on the right track, you...
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There is just something about a home that lets you know whether it’s a pre-kids or post-kids space. Maybe it’s the little shoes by the door or maybe it’s the child-safe lock on the drawer with the scissors. Or maybe it’s just infused in the decorating. Some people think that when you have kids, you...
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One of the first things that probably comes to mind when someone thinks about home automation is lighting. Smart light bulbs are a major component of making this possible and probably the easiest route (although there are some ways around this such as smart outlets, into which you plug lamps). But Philips Hue Starter Kit...
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The lighting in a room influences the whole mood which is why we have different types of fixtures and different system options to choose from based on the function of a space and the intended ambiance. Wall lamps, for example, are quite common in bedrooms where they look cozy and relaxing. They usually also have...
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Far more than just knowing how to pick the right sofa, interior design has evolved into an art and science that encompasses technology as well as design. Successful designers need to know all the traditional concepts underlying great interiors, but also the latest tools and technological innovations. For a well-grounded education, take a look at...
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Sometimes we found ourselves looking at a house and thinking “wow…that’s a really pretty structure” without going into all the details that make us think that in the first place. It’s a feeling given by things like the design of the house, its size, the style used throughout, the combination of colors and various other...
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Practicality, functionality and comfort — just a few of the reasons that the popularity of Scandinavian design endures. The styles are eminently mixable and convey a relaxed yet stylish vibe. That’s why we’re excited about these 10 Scandinavian design trends that are popping up in decor everywhere. Look at these emerging trends and see what...
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In today’s world of increasing connectivity, there are times when it is both safer and wiser to hold back a little, at least at first. When someone rings your doorbell or knocks on your front door, for example, you may not want to open it up until you know precisely who you’ll find on the...
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Furniture with curves has always been appealing. A lot of designs that feature this characteristic have become classics. Remember the Panton Chair? Its design revolutionized the furniture industry. But what about curved sofas and sectionals? They have a lot of flair too. In fact, they’re making a comeback in a lot of contemporary interior designs....
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As we turn the page and get started on another new year, Homedit is looking forward to a year of exciting new home decor discoveries. A full schedule of global design fairs is on tap, as we scour the main events to bring you the latest new designs and inspiration for making your home stylish...
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Everyone has secrets and that doesn’t even apply to people only. Have you ever seen or heard of a house with a secret room or a hidden passage beneath it? How about an entire house that’s so well hidden you could pass by and never even notice it or a house that’s disguised as something...
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The TV is an integral part of any modern home’s interior. It reached the point where it serves as the main focal point of the living room, the whole space being organized and planned around it. There are however those cases when sometimes the TV inevitably has to be the focal point of the room...
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We don’t get that much physical mail these days and still a mail organizer is always useful. It’s not something that should take up a lot of space, being an accessory which you can combine with other useful elements often found in entryways. The best way to make sure that you get exactly what you...
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Early December means that Miami becomes a mecca for design and art lovers, as the city is host to Design Miami, Art Basel and dozens of other art and design events. Homedit was there for all of the exciting events, checking out the latest designs for your home and innovative, creative art to enhance your...
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The search for the perfect desk can prove almost impossible which is pretty ironic given how many different designs and styles are to choose from. Luckily, there’s always the option to build a desk from scratch or to repurpose other elements into a great workspace setting. In order to make that happen, you need some...
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There’s something really cozy about sitting in a pouf or on a floor pillow. Something about being close to the ground makes things like pouf ottomans and even some types of sofas and chairs feel comfier than anything else. We were a bit surprised to find out just how many different types of floor poufs...
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I don’t know about you, but decorating my Christmas tree is one of my favorite things to do during this time of year. This is because I get to create new handmade ornaments. So, in the spirit of Christmas decorating, I thought it would be fun to show you 3 unique ways that you could...
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Christmas wasn’t always the decorating free-for-all that it is now. As Christmas celebrations became more elaborate in England and accepted in puritanical New England, the first decorations were rather modest. In the Victorian era, decorating for the holiday became more popular and in post-Civil War America the start of commercialism began to take root. Fast...
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Trends come and go and styles evolve with time but there are a few things that always stay the same, like the fact that fireplaces make us feel cozy or the fact that Christmas is a holiday full of joy and a great opportunity to be good, happy and forgiving, maybe even rediscover the charm...
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I always love it when I visit someone and they have a porch swing. A swing is one of the most wonderful things you can put on a porch. Rocking chairs are pretty great too…but swings can be shared and in a way that makes them more versatile. There’s no need to get into details...
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It doesn’t really matter how old or new or rustic or modern a space is…the lighting is always important. Contemporary lighting fixtures, however, stand out in a particularly eye-catching way. Each type of fixture has its own way of looking special. Table lamps are often cute while floor lighting is cozy and great at making...
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Furnishing a small space is a challenge but definitely not a reason to get depressed about it. Think of it as an opportunity to explore all the ingenious ways in which you can save space and a chance to familiarize yourself with a bunch of cool furniture designs and concepts that you would otherwise not...
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Why do candles always have to be round? Did you know that you can not only make your own candles in different shapes, but you can also decorate them with colors and designs that you like? Keep reading to learn how easy it is to make and decorate your own candles. This is a fun...
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As you may or may not know, a wooden pallet is one of the most versatile things ever. Pallet furniture takes an infinity of forms and can refer to just about anything. You can build a pallet table, a pallet planter or even a bed. There are even architects and designers who created entire rooms...
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Miniatures are usually cute simply by being tiny versions of something that’s normally large. It’s no wonder we fell in love with all these mini Christmas trees. It’s a subject that we find interesting for a variety of reasons, the looks and the cuteness being the most important ones. We hope that you find these...
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One of my favorite things about winter is snow and these diy snowflake coasters perfectly capture that. Who remembers making those paper snowflakes as a child? Well, this craft takes those snowflakes to the next level and puts them into coasters! You can make a whole bunch of them and give them out as a...
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While Homedit’s focus is always you and your home, we traveled to New York to visit the leading trade fair for the hospitality design industry. This is a fertile field for home decor inspiration and many of the products originally designed for high-end hotels or chic restaurants would be equally stunning in a home. This year’s...
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Marble looks stylish and sophisticated in the kitchen and, despite the fact that it requires constant maintenance, it’s actually one of the most popular materials for countertops and backsplashes. Today we’re interested in the marble backsplash, more exactly its great potential when it comes to the looks and style of the kitchen but also its...
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On your window, mantel or front door, a spectacular wreath will really add a big dose of holiday spirit to your home. The practice of decorating with Christmas wreaths is said to have started with the Romans who hung them on their doors as a sign of victory and to demonstrate their status in society....
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Somewhere in Vilnius, Lithuania’s largest city and capital, there’s a lovely and quaint house that’s easy to fall in love with. The house was designed by Prusta in 2016 yet doesn’t have the typical characteristics of contemporary structures. The thing that sets apart this 120 square meter residence from its neighbors and other such homes...
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While most people chose to live in houses or apartments, some more adventurous types opt to live on a boat, under a dome or even inside a bus. That’s right, we talking about school bus transformations, although other vehicles can serve a similar purpose too. Of course, plenty have tried to make the conversion from...
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Christmas is all about the fir tree, the ornaments, the string lights, presents and Santa Claus and yet that doesn’t make all the other more general decor ideas obsolete. Flowers, for instance, are universally beautiful and popular, although often overlooked, especially in winter. We’d like to use this opportunity to show you a few refreshing...
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Architects face challenges all the time. Every project is unique and special, especially when it comes to meeting the requirements of each client. When building the S House, Simple Projects Architecture had to work with a very limited site area. The house is located in Surabaya, in Indonesia and has a total living space of...
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It’s unclear how the first Christmas stockings came to be as there are no written records mentioning their origins. Traditionally, Santa Claus left presents for children in these stockings which were usually hung above the fireplace. With time, presents got bigger and started being showcased under the Christmas tree while the stockings became simple decorations....
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Like a modern castle near the sea in Lisbon, a house of stone, concrete glass and wood has more leisure amenities than meets the eye. The solid construction is a barrier against the harsh Atlantic wind and incorporates enough glass to highlight the view of the golf course and sea. And, the patio features not...
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Glass bottles are meant to be reused and there’s an infinity of ways in which that can be done which is why we chose to only focus on wine bottle crafts for now. Today we’ll show how you can repurpose old glass bottles into unique decorations and accessories for your home. For a lot of...
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Curtains are an effective and simple way of separating a large area into smaller spaces. I bet what you’re picturing right now is a messy decor and curtains that look like bed sheets. That’s not at all what this is all about. You’d be surprised how elegant curtain room dividers can actually be if you...
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There’s something very relaxing and peaceful about being in the proximity of water. It’s a tranquil but at the same time uplifting experience so it’s no wonder that having a waterfront property is considered such a fulfilling achievement. There are mainly two ways you can go about this. you can either choose to be in...
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Whether you revamp your Christmas theme every year or stick with the same colors and textures, it is nice to have some new table linens. Holiday dinners get messy and once you’ve used the tablecloth a couple times, it can start to look a little dingy. But that’s family life. You’re probably arguing that you...
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The coffee table is the piece of resistance in the living room. As styles comes and go, it adapts and keeps its position in the spatial configuration of the room and as time passes we have more and more models and designs to choose from. Modern coffee tables are of many different types, with various...
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The FBI estimates that a home break-in occurs every 14.5 seconds, which results in more than $15 billion in loss and damages each year. It’s no wonder that home security is becoming more and more important and utilized. Of course, there are any number of professional home security systems ready to be installed in your...
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