Summer is on it’s way, so it’s time to spruce up your outdoor space to prepare for backyard parties and barbecues. Candles are a great way to accessorize your outdoor space. Mason jars are durable enough for outdoor spaces and they allow you to easily customize your space. Here’s a simple tutorial to help you...
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Recycling old items has long been known as a way to help the environment. But it can also help you create genuinely unique, beautiful, and even functional pieces for your home. This display shelf is made from an old wooden wine box. Instead of just re-using it as a storage device, you can show off...
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What do you do when you fall in love with a product but can’t afford it or if you like the design of a certain piece but not certain details? Do you sigh and forget about it or do you find a way to get that look you really want? We’d like to think it’s...
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You can’t afford to waste space when there’s the option of using it productively. Why have two or three separate pieces of furniture when you can only have one that fulfills all the functions you need? We’re talking about multifunctional furniture.It’s about including as many functions and elements in a simple design as possible. Worknest.
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You don’t always have to spend a fortune if you want to make your yard look stunning when there are so many inspiring outdoor DIY projects you can try. There are lots of ideas you can use. Today we’ll focus on projects which can help you transform your outdoor spaces. Spruce up your garden with...
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If you like the look of clean lines and contemporary shelving but have an oddly sized space, you can use this tutorial to create your own custom shelf with a modern-industrial aesthetic. This particular example was used for an electronics shelf hung above the television; however, you could use this tutorial for anywhere in your...
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Whether you’re working from home or in an office, it’s important to feel comfortable at your workspace. A comfortable and inviting office increases productivity and efficiency in addition to boosting your moral. Before we get into details, let’s review a few of the things which can improve your work environment. The lighting. Ideally, a workspace...
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Asian-inspired décor is seeping into contemporary spaces everywhere. There’s something about its serenity, its soothing forms, and its balance that resonates beautifully with the streamlined feel of a modern home. Here are 16 decorating tips on infusing your modern space with a bit of Asian décor, finding that balance between simple yet sophisticated, minimal yet...
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Somewhere in the world, hopefully close to you, it’s spring and sunny. You likely are itching to get outside and spruce up your yard. If you’ve got a hedge or two that need a little extra love this season, maybe you could consider trimming them a little differently. The possibilities are vast – you could...
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A little bit of paint can go a long way and there so many ways in which you can use it around the house it’s hard to even choose. Lucky for you, we already went through tons of ideas and we chose only the most interesting ones. So if you’re curious how paint can change...
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Whether it’s a wooden spoon or a plain, white tea towel, there are so many easy, quick ways to jazz up the most bland parts of your home. That’s why I took my wooden utensils and turned them up just a notch. With a quick swipe of a paint brush and a couple of embellishments,...
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Balconies come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Some are custom made, in which case in means that the client already has a clear idea of how that space is going to be used and organized. But regardless the size or location, you have to be able to make the most of your balcony....
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What better way to enjoy the summer and the sun than with a party? So get ready. Start working on the decorations and make sure everything is just perfect. And if you really want the party to be special then you’ll have to pun in a little more effort. We have some DIY party decoration...
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The coffee table has an innate ability to solidify or completely dissolve the style of an entire living room with a single punch. Choosing the right coffee table is essential to achieving the overall vibe you desire. For those who lean toward the contemporary, metal coffee tables are an excellent way to achieve a great...
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Sometimes also called the Watchful Tree because of the eye-like impressions on the bark, the birch tree is very special for several reasons. The white bark gives it a very distinguished look, making it a perfect choice when it comes to interior design features. Furniture made from it has a unique look but the birch...
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Terrariums are great for showing off different types of plants. But if plain glass containers don’t really fit with your home decor, there are ways to customize them so that they stand out a bit more. Glass etching is a popular method that creates a sort of frosted glass effect. It’s perfect for terrariums because...
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Your home is like a ticket to heaven: no stress, no worries, just a peaceful place where you can regain your strength and energy after a difficult day at work. But that’s not all. Think of your home as a business card. A house always speaks about its owner. It should describe you and, if...
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Sometimes it’s fun to go on an adventure with just a backpack and the little things that can fit in it. Other times a little more comfort is welcomed. If you really want to enjoy every destination you choose you should have a mobile home to take with you. We have the perfect examples to...
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A wood fence used to be the only type of fence one could build for their home but now there are so many options and choices of materials that wood has become just one of the things you can opt for. Although it may be perceived as traditional or rustic, a wood fence can also...
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Blackboards or chalkboard walls are very versatile and can be used functionally but also for decorative purposes. You can integrate them in every room of the house even take them outdoors. Use them for writing messages on, notes, recipes, grocery lists, draw something beautiful on them or let the kids doodle and have fun with...
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The innate wildness of nature – think prairie thunderstorms, ocean waves, desert sand dunes, and mountain forests – is inspiring at a deep level. While we can and do appreciate the beauty of nature, many of us prefer a bit of structure in our own outdoor spaces. Structure, that is, and style. Which is the...
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The bed and the area around it form the a high traffic space in the bedroom so it has to be organized and designed perfectly. In some parts of the world and in some cultures, a bed looks naked if it doesn’t have anything at the foot end. Others find this idea to be unpractical...
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It’s been a while since I haven’t seen people who have door knobs in their homes or apartments. To be honest, I really like them and since I was a child I wondered how they functioned. Now their time has passed. Let’s say you still use door knobs, what would you do in this case?...
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Flowers and plants have been used for centuries to decorate gardens and courtyards. A flower garden is basically any garden where flowers are grown for decorative purposes. Most often, flower beds are created and spread throughout the garden or yard. by Greg Premru Photography Because flowers bloom at various times of the year, when creating...
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Easter is one of those holidays that take you by surprise. There’s not a lot of time left and plenty of things to do so you might be tempted to overlook some of the details such as the decorations. But you don’t necessarily have to spend a lot of time preparing them. We have some...
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Is your old kitchen starting to look less and less appealing? Maybe it’s time for a makeover. Even a small change can make a big difference. Change the look of your cabinets, reorganize the kitchen, change the layout or the color of the walls. Cooking and being in the kitchen should be a joyful experience...
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I’ve spent a lot of time trying to figure out how I should decorate my new home. At one point I was leaning towards posters or framed photos but then I thought something a little more interesting and original would be more suitable, something like 3D wall art. In case you’re wondering what that means,...
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The garage is often the part of the house which gets overlooked. It may not be as important for you as the living room or bedroom but, when you think about it, it’s your car’s home. So how would you design the garage in your own home if you had the opportunity? Perhaps these examples...
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A split-level home is a very distinct style of house. It has multiple floor levels which are staggered. Typically, the main level contains the living areas: the kitchen, the dining room and family room and usually has two short sets of stairs. In total, there are usually three or four levels. The entry is on...
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It’s that time of year when many people are looking to add more flowers and plants into their home decor. Luckily, there are so many different ways to make your own vases and containers to hold all of these plants. Here’s an idea that allows you to house your favorite plants but also gives you...
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Creating custom features for your home is what makes interior decorating so fun and interesting. You get to choose the tiles for the bathroom, the backsplash for the kitchen and all the little things like the decorations for the walls. One way in which you can make all of these things special is with a...
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When planning a wedding, people always tempt you to leave to them important tasks like decorating the tables or finding ideas for interesting wedding favors. But if you really want the wedding to be special and if you want the guests to see how important this day is for you, then there’s another option: to...
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In many homes, mail has a tendency to pile up and cause a cluttered look in entryways, kitchen tables, or home offices. Sorting each item, paying each bill, and shredding the rest right away isn’t always an option. So it’s important to have some kind of organization system to keep your mail out of the...
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Store-bought cleaning products can be harsh on your skin and they’re not as natural as they want to seem. So why not make your own cleaners? It’s actually very easy. You can either use vinegar, baking soda, lemon or a combination of these and you get killer universal cleaners to use around the house. 10...
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Transform your backyard into a magical and beautiful space where you can relax and entertain your guests. Have a few lanterns or lighting fixtures strategically positioned and the whole atmosphere will transform. We have the perfect designs for you to take a look at and choose from. You can recycle an empty wine bottle with...
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Lighting is crucial in defining and completing a room’s décor. Each room needs a different type of lighting. In the case of the bedroom, it’s best to opt for subtle lighting. The décor and atmosphere need to be relaxing. Let’s see what are the options. Bedside lamps. Lamps are great because they sit on the...
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There’s something very special about a good cup of coffee, especially when you enjoy it in a public space and not at home. Coffee shops feature all sorts of interesting interior designs, often meant to make your experience special and unique. Some feature coffee-related accent details, other focus on architectural details. There’s no rule to...
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Dark walls can be very beautiful and elegant but people are often afraid to include such elements in their décor. Don’t be intimated by black. Dark walls can make wonders and they’re a wonderful choice even in the case of a small room where white is usually the main shade. There are lots of ways...
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A table and a few chairs are basic pieces of furniture and among the first things you buy when you move in. but just because they’re basic doesn’t mean that they have to be traditional and to follow a certain trend or pattern. But they don’t need to be too bold to stand out either....
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Any space, regardless of its size, will provide you various design options. So does your kitchen. You dream about a home office but you don’t have enough space? I’m sure many of you believe it’s not a good idea to create an office space in your cooking area. The question is: why not? Most of...
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The first thing any guest who comes to your home sees is the entry. It’s the area which gives this person a first impression about your home so it’s important to make it look welcoming and beautiful. Little things like a cute doormat or a painting on the wall can make all the difference. So...
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Every time a new house or a new structure gets built, nature usually has to suffer. Trees are cut down every day for the purpose of architectural development and nature gets destroyed little by little. But not all projects are like that. Some architects actually try to preserve nature and to give trees a second...
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Whether you have a small balcony, a terrace or a big garden, vertical planters are always a great option. They allow you to save space and to display your herbs and plants in a beautiful and interesting manner. Also, you get to organize them according to your own criteria and to create beautiful combinations of...
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Washi tape is an incredibly useful tool for DIY projects around the home. It’s so easy to use and comes in basically any color or pattern you can imagine. You can use it for an endless amount of projects, including this one. Here’s a really simple tutorial for how to use washi tape to add...
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Adding an extension to an already existing residence is quite common. But building a glass extension is a whole different story. Glass is the perfect material if you wish to get in touch with nature and the landscape surrounding you but still to be able to enjoy the comfort of being indoors. You might think...
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The humble garden fence, our gardens have them but we neglect them.Yes we may paint or stain them but do we decorate? This Spring let us celebrate our garden fences and show them some love.Use your fence as a blank canvas and accessorize with some of your up-cycle favorites or beautiful pieces. 1. Rain boots....
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The inspiration for a beautiful piece of furniture can come from anywhere and some things provide inspiration for more than just one piece.For example, there’s a multitude of furniture pieces which have been inspired by the art of origami. Let’s take a look at them. This is the Origami chair and it was designed by...
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When designing or building a home, size matters but it’s not the most important thing. In fact, there are lots of tiny houses which look incredibly inviting and comfortable. Today we’re going to take a look at some of the world’s narrowest houses and see how they were designed and how functional they really are....
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Bulletin boards and display boards are used in many homes to house and show off important items or things that need to be remembered at a later time. Most of these boards are made of cork and allow you to use push pins to attach and display items. But these pins can damage important items...
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There’s something about the change in seasons, especially winter into spring, that makes us want to start fresh. This is probably why spring cleaning is so common – out with the old and grey, in with the new and fresh. But deep cleaning an entire house can be a daunting task, so much so that...
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Light switches are most likely less visible for some of us. That doesn’t mean we don’t have to take them into account. On the contrary, they are as important as the furniture is, or any other decorative item in your room. Every detail counts so why don’t you let the switches say something about you?...
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Selecting the centerpieces for a wedding is hard work, especially because there are so many different options to choose from. The best thing to do is figure out the style you prefer and then narrow it down to a series of concrete criteria. For example, a nice option can be to use nature as your...
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Being organized is crucial if you want your home to look clean and beautiful and not like what’s left over after a tornado. It’s important to maintain an organized look but, in order to do that, you have to come up with a system in the first place. We’re going to analyze each of the...
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One of the great advantages of building your own furniture is that you get to decide the exact dimensions, the design and the materials. Let’s say you see something you like in the store, like a lovely bar cart Ikea can offer. If it’s not exactly how you like it, take it home and give...
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Easter is such a fun holiday to decorate for! It’s the celebration of life, a new natural season, and all sorts of joy. If you’re looking for some fun new ideas to spruce up your Easter decoration, here is a roundup of 25 fantastic ones. Check them out, be inspired, and get started on making...
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Small rugs are a great way to add color, texture, and comfort to a room. But they can be expensive and there aren’t always perfect options available. Though it isn’t usually thought of as an item you can make yourself, there is a very easy DIY rug method that only requires yarn and scissors. To...
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Cantilevers, which can be technically described as beams anchored at only one end, are widely used in construction and most often found in balconies or roofs. Modern buildings, however, take the concept even further and they feature entire rooms and sections sticking out of the main volume and hovering in mid air. Their designs are...
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There are so many home décor trends at any given time; 2014 is no exception. Sometimes it’s hard to know which trends are for you, or which trends would work where. Here is a room-by-room guide to help you figure out which of this year’s home decorating trends you might want to incorporate into your...
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House plants have a lot of benefits. They can improve the air quality in your home and add color and interest to your decor. Unfortunately, the containers they come in are often plain and don’t do much to draw the eye to your beautiful plants. There are plenty of more interesting planters you can buy,...
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There’s so much to think about before moving into a new home that it’s hard to even figure out where to start. Our advice is to be organized and to start thinking of ideas long before you actually change homes. Look for inspiration, visit stores and ask for opinions. We’ve gathered a few ideas you...
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Your bed is definitely one of the most significant and most used pieces of furniture. Here you spend at least one third of your life, relaxing, sleeping, and dreaming. It’s the first and the last thing you use at the beginning and the end of each day. In other words, it’s very important for you...
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If you’ve ever looked around your home and wished for more space, you’re certainly not alone. It’s easy to want more space to store more of life’s stuff. But what’s not easy is to take a tiny apartment space (let’s say, oh, 420 square feet) and design it to provide highly functional living in that...
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Whether you’re hosting the family’s Easter meal this year or you just want to spruce things up for spring, decorating a fresh and festive Easter table is always fun. There are so many options – classic springtime color schemes, classic Easter season items, and classic seasonal animals, to name a few. You can mix things...
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What better to make your entryway or hallway stand out than a modern coat rack? It’s the perfect piece. Both practical and versatile in terms of style and design, a coat rack can be a great focal point. It’s also a nice opportunity for you to personalize and customize the décor. If you want, you...
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Every building has a personality and the rooftop is one of its main features. This means that the roof can be very important in terms of creating your dream home. You are probably wondering why you should choose a curved roof for your home. The answer is simple: curved roofs maximize the available interior living space and...
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Although cleaning the house is not my favorite activity, I always love the results. That feeling of accomplishment when you see the whole place sparkling justifies the effort. But if you really want your house to sparkle then you must clean it thoroughly. It can be exhausting but there are ways to simplify your work....
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It’s no surprise that, after the last snows melt away from winter and green grass blades begin showing their fresh heads, we’re all ready to freshen things up. To start anew. To embrace the longer lighter days and make our homes reflect the change in seasons. If you’re looking at your tired mantelscape this week,...
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If you’ve ever agonized over choosing the right bar stool for your space, you’re not alone. It’s a seemingly simple concept…with about a million variables that could take your overall design down different pathways. Whether you’re looking for kitchen bar stools, actual bar bar stools, nook bar stools, or something else entirely, here are 24...
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All the cables and the cords from things like the computer, the lamps, the TV, etc are seen as an inconvenience and we often try to hide them. There are even lots of accessories to help us do that and we’re also showed you plenty of DIY projects designed to help you do the same...
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Marble is one of those classic materials that has been around – tastefully – for centuries. This stone is formed of recrystallized carbonite minerals, with the end result showing various degrees of unique striations (“veins”) in a variety of colors. It’s no wonder that the term derives from Greek words that meant “crystalline rock,” “shining...
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Furniture on wheels introduces a very practical characteristic on elements such as the portable kitchen island which becomes much easier to relocate according to the user’s immediate needs. This freedom and versatility is very important in the kitchen. Such designs allow you to simply move the island wherever you need it. Of course, you can...
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Personalize your home with accessories you’ve made yourself such as, for example, a DIY floor lamp or a tripod lamp. They’re easy to make, useful and amongst the most popular types of home accessories. You could, of course, just buy a lamp. But why miss the opportunity of adding a personal touch to your home’s...
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Known for his industrial design and his architectural creations, Philippe Starck is a French designer who takes versatility to a whole new level.His work can be seen in European and American Museums such as the Musee National d’Art Moderne, the MOMA, the Brooklyn Museum of the Design Museum in London. The Mama Shelter Hotel in...
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How about taking a few days off and spend some beautiful moments with people you love? At least for a couple of days rejuvenate your lungs with fresh mountain air or just enjoy the breeze. If you think about the mountain behind your house or the backyard pool, it’s not a good idea. You deserve...
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When redecorating our homes, we often tend to ignore the ceiling design. We usually just paint it white and don’t think twice about any other options. We focus more of the walls and on the floor. But the ceiling is very important and can radically change the whole design in a room. Let’s explore some...
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Enhancing our well-being should become one of our major concerns. Luxury and comfort are not enough to escape everyday stress and routine. Find a way to balance your private life and work pressures! A sauna seems to be a great idea, don’t you think? You can think about this as an opportunity to improve your...
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New York City, aside from being the most popular city in the United States, is also known as a center for finance and culture and it attracts more foreign visitors than any other US city. Naturally, it must also have tons of hotels. The list is long and it’s rather difficult to make a top....
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How to design a rock garden? A beautiful garden can be the detail that puts your house over the top. But planting a few colorful flowers and having green grass on the lawn is not enough. You have to be more creative than that. Perhaps some rocks would look great in your garden. You can...
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A gift that you’ve actually made yourself is more valuable than anything you can buy. So for Valentine’s Day you can try to craft something for your loved one. We have a wonderful collection of DIY projects you can try. They’re also things you can use as decorations to set the mood or simply to...
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Have you ever thought about how easy would it be to create the perfect backyard? Many of us let the designer do his job, without even realizing how much money we could save just by using our imagination. I believe that perfect is what you need plus what you love. So, get ready to create...
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I don’t know about you but I would sure love to have a hammock in my home. I don’t have any outdoor space where I could put one but hammocks can also be installed indoors. In facts, there are all sorts of creative variations. For example, did you know some people have houses where an...
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Choosing a good hotel is an important detail when planning a trip. After all, it’s where you’ll spend the nights and partly the days. But makes a hotel great? Is it the service, the design, the architecture, the atmosphere, the views? It’s a combination of all that. Some hotels are indeed unique and remarkable and...
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Pallets are used worldwide for all sorts of interesting and useful DIY projects. For example, wooden pallets are often used for making furniture such as bed frames, nightstands and all sorts of other things. There are several advantages which come with using pallets. First of all, you get to recycle.Second of all, it’s very cheap....
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If you find yourself in the windowless cocoon of your basement, wishing there was another way to live than burrowing like a mole…there is! There are plenty of ways to brighten even the darkest of basement spaces. With a few strategic tweaks, you’ll be able to enjoy a bright, cheerful basement in no time. Here...
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For the majority of us, luxury has a whole other meaning than for a select few. I’m talking about the super rich who always get the best treatment. It’s amazing to see what you could be enjoying if you had the resources. For example, when taking a trip, you’d only stay at the most luxurious...
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A bed is a large and robust piece of furniture, no matter now sleek and sophisticated its design may be. This means that they occupy lots of floor space and thus don’t leave with too many options when decorating the rest of the space. But what if you could somehow hide the bed when you’re...
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One-room apartments are very challenging in terms of interior design and décor. Because there’s such a tiny space to work with in the first place, the designer has to be ingenious and to find ways to save space without sacrificing the comfort of the owner. It’s why a Scandinavian interior is an excellent choice. It’s...
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This small apartment in Airbus is anything but small in sophisticated contemporary style and efficiency. Even though the entire apartment can be seen in nearly one glance, the architecture is true, the colors are neutral and muted, and décor is well-edited and designed to perfection. The end result? An inspiringly maximized living space within an...
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We’re always so focused on the interior of our homes that we forget there’s an exterior that needs to be paid attention to too! It’s all in the details, from the colors to the shudders to the trimmed bushes around the back patio. And today, we’re showing off the best of the best in green....
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The staircase is an extremely important design element. It’s always an eye-catching feature, whether it has a traditional design or an unusual shape.But we’re not going to talk about the usual staircase designs. We want to show you some wonderful and very interesting and unconventional staircase designs. Wood. Let’s start with this great-looking staircase. It’s...
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There seems to be a trend lately in building tiny, micro houses. It’s basically all about finding a way to include as many things and functions into as little space as possible. There are some very inspiring designs out there and we made it our mission to find them. Here’s what we came up with....
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There are many benefits to having an energy efficient home, from environmental benefits to financial benefits to safety benefits. Fortunately, no matter what motivates you, there are specific ways you can boost the eco-friendliness of your home and, over the long run, ultimately save you money. Here are 13 ways you can create a more...
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Not all homes have a dining room. These days there aren’t so many people and families that like to all sit down and have dinner together each day given the busy schedule and the commodity of dining, let’s say, in front of the living room TV for example. But this doesn’t mean that a dining...
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Whether you’re a wine connaisseur or not, it’s always nice to have a bottle or two in the house. But where do you keep them? Well obviously a wine rack would surely be helpful. Lots of people seem to think that a wine rack is just an accessory and that it takes up space that...
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When you have a creative mind you can come up with all sorts of ingenious idea. The trick is to think outside the box and to see beyond the typical use which has been designated for a certain item or idea. For example, think of light bulbs. There’s not much you can do with them...
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The round bed design is one of the most interesting bed choices available today. This option is impractical for many, but investing in one will make your bedroom style unique. These are beds that we see in high-end fashion and design, but they just might be a good choice for you too. Of course, there...
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Acrylic, Lucite, clear, fake-glass. Whatever you may have called it or heard it called, acrylic in the form of chic furniture is here to stay. It’s a win-win as an ultra-chic yet visually lightweight piece amid many other more eye-catching pieces. Specifically in the living room, which often is a design mecca for larger furniture...
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Triangular angles and flat, glossy surfaces are part of what constitute the delightfully modern architecture of the newly converted Strobl Winery, in Austria. What used to be a wine cellar is now, after a year of planning, designing, and reconstructing, an impressive contemporary four-story building that accommodates wine storage, wine tasting events, fine food and...
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The simplicity and cleanliness of Nordic interiors rarely fits an area as well as it fits a work space. That’s because work spaces are meant to be simple.The simpler the décor and the interior design the easier it is to get around and to always find the thing you need. Also, simplicity meant fewer distractions and...
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In 2013 we’ve shown you many beautiful interior designs and I particularly remember some of my favorites. Headquarters are something we focused on and we have quite a collection to be proud of. So we’ve made a top with the ten most interesting headquarters interior which we talked about last year. Here they are: Evernote....
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