Running out of wardrobe space is a good thing. That's if you've got other usage for those unwanted clothing. This video shows you how those T-shirts that don't fit anymore can be put to good use. In your home decor.
KUS
Jul 31, 2011
Jul 29, 2011
THE HI-TECH BATHROOM
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bath,
technology
Technological wizardry impresses men. But when you apply this to a bathroom, there's a high chance that the ladies will be equally as pleased.
Bathroom suites at BestBathroomsMusic in the bathroom is something that everyone desires. Shower units which play your favorite tunes via electronic controls while you are relaxing in your daily cleansing routine are no rarity anymore.
iCartaIf so many things around us are multi-purpose, why should the toilet paper holder be left behind? Connect your iPhone to it and start spinning right away!
Nowadays, high-tech toilets squirt and blow to resounding successes in the market. So are those which warms your bum. Such gadgets are solely about the experience, not only the looks.
TVs, or wet screens, in the shower are popular with businessmen who never want to miss a beat of the markets. Television mirrors make sure your eyes won't leave the screen for one second while brushing your teeth or shaving when your favorite drama serial is being aired.
LED technology is becoming commonplace, so why not apply it to the faucet? Wash your hands under the magical LED colored lighting of your choosing. This is one gadget which will definitely delight yourself and your guests alike.
Stan
SOHO CLOCKS BY ALEXANDER POLAKOV
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clock
Graphic designer Alexander Polakov's first foray into three-dimensional design re-imagines traditional forms - a cuckoo clock, a Chippendale breakfront, and a rococo mirror - as contemporary minimalistic wall clocks. The laser-cut birch plywood face is etched with Roman numerals, and its exposed edges reveal the plywood’s construction. KUS
Jul 28, 2011
MUSIC FOR INTERIORS
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acoustic alchemy,
chet baker,
dave brubeck,
gorillaz,
joe satriani,
moby,
music,
pat metheny,
stan getz,
sting
Do you realize how easy it is to hone in on the visual and textural aspects of a home design, and how difficult it becomes when it comes to the aural aspect of things?
I know, you may have your pet bird's lovely chirps or the sound of flowing water coming from the water fountain. But seriously, nothing beats integrating beautiful music into our living spaces to enhance our lifestyle. Good interior design should cater to every one of our senses, not just our eyes. The things we don't see are equally as important in contributing to a cozy living environment.I'm a firm proponent of the idea of integrating great music to complement an interior decor. If I have my way, I would compile a soundtrack for every home that I design for my clients!
So go on, spin a tune now. You will feel happier in your home. Here are some pretty good atmospheric tunes I've (secretly) compiled for a contemporary-style apartment I'm working on now. I'm kinda imagining how the songs play out differently in this house during different parts of the day. Hope you folks enjoy them too!
For the morning:
For the morning:
For the afternoon (if you happen to be not at work!):
For the evening:
Stan
Jul 17, 2011
HANDS-ON SUNDAY: THE WELL-DRESSED COFFEE TABLE
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coffee table,
decoration,
diy,
tablescapes,
tablescaping
Styling a coffee table sounds simple enough, especially when you compare it to the interior design process as a whole. But it's exactly simple tasks like this that pose headaches about how to achieve that fine balance between form and function.
In essence, a well-decorated coffee table should anchor the sofa and/ or armchairs and make a design statement. You want to accessorize it with a few items that look great together and compliment the style of the room, but you don't want the result to end up too excessive nor too simplistic.
Follow these 3 simple steps to create your very own tablescape:
1. Dressing up a table always starts with books. In the 1950s, David Brower, executive director of the Sierra Club, hit upon the idea of creating books which specifically feature beautiful artwork and photography in an oversized format and designed to be left out on a coffee table to inspire conversation or alleviate boredom for guests. Since then, hardcover coffee table books have become a staple in tablescaping. Stack a few art books or seasonal books on one side of the table so that that they act as a pedestal.
2. Plants or flowers come in next. Put these organic elements into a glass bottle or vase next to the books for a subtle bit of texture and sparkle.
3. Lastly, bring in those accessories to complement the whole setup. The pedestal you created in step 1 will allow you to prop up some decorative objects (but not too much!). If space allows, fill up part of the empty surface with a tray that contrasts with the material or tone of the coffee table on the other side, ensuring a nice visual break. This tray can act as an appropriate-sized frame or holder for smaller, decorative items.
Voilà: a coffee table decorated up in an instant! A point to keep in mind during the midst of the process is to place nothing too dinky if you have a huge table and nothing too towering if you have a small table. Proportion rules. Big time.
Have fun!
Stan
Jul 12, 2011
CAST-IRON CLAW FOOT BATHTUB COUCH BY JILL MORRISON
Just last Thursday, a client called asking for help to remove a huge jacuzzi tub which can accommodate up to 8 people from the balcony of his just-sold penthouse. The tub is so rarely used it looks as spanking new as it was a few years ago. According to him, the cost of hoisting the tub up to the 19th floor when he first bought it is already a staggering $30,000. If only he knew tubs can be recycled for another use altogether...
Yes I know, tubs are annoyingly hard to recycle. Bulky and heavy, one can never imagine it to be used in any other context. But for those who are bold enough to make the attempt, you can take a leaf from Jill Morrison. He shows us how an old-fashioned claw-foot bathtub can be converted into a pretty stylish couch by simply cutting off one side of a classic tub and adding cushions made from recycled materials.
Stan
Jul 11, 2011
ALL-WHITE INTERIOR DESIGN: CAN YOU HANDLE THAT?
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minimalist,
white interiors
Nothing can be more timeless and serene than an all-white interior. A common view is that rooms look bigger and cleaner with such a design scheme. But it's much more than that: white itself is such a 'flexible' color which, when combined with furniture or furnishings in other colors, brings about a positive vibe about the space no other colors can. It is, simply put, a symbol of (quiet) elegance and style.
A common complaint against a room designed in a white scheme is that it is difficult to maintain, especially with children living inside. But this can often be avoided, for example, by going for sofas with removable covers that can be washed clean, or by using paints which are washable. The use of easy-to-clean materials like homogeneous tiles, glossy spray paint or laminates will also be good in such instances. Another wise option is to incorporate glass in the design, which will not interfere with the color scheme given its transparency.
BNO Design
BNO DesignNevertheless, an all-white interiors is very much a personal choice. The occupant must ask himself or herself if a white room is suitable for his or her own lifestyle before committing to it. No doubt white will be more difficult to upkeep than other colors, but if one keeps the aforementioned pointers to heart, an all-white design is not totally impossible.
Stan
Jul 10, 2011
HANDS-ON SUNDAY: DISPLAY ARTWORK FOR CHEAP
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art,
diy,
ikea,
pant hanger,
skirt hanger
Tired of displaying pictures the usual way? It's time for a change today. For very little money, one can get good-looking pant/ skirt hangers from places like IKEA and clip up their artwork for show.
Aren't you loving this?
Aren't you loving this?
KUS
Jul 8, 2011
WOVIN WALL
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tiles,
wovin wall
An interior designer is constantly on the hunt for the next perfect material. And I think I just found it.
Wovin Wall produces a range of modular wall and ceiling tile systems. Their systems are beautiful, 3 dimensional, simple to install and light weight, making them ideal for residential installations. The tiles can be positioned within the grooved extrusions in either a continuous line of tiles or in an alternating fashion which creates an interplay of concave and convex tile finishes.
KUS
Wovin Wall produces a range of modular wall and ceiling tile systems. Their systems are beautiful, 3 dimensional, simple to install and light weight, making them ideal for residential installations. The tiles can be positioned within the grooved extrusions in either a continuous line of tiles or in an alternating fashion which creates an interplay of concave and convex tile finishes.KUS
Jul 3, 2011
HANDS-ON SUNDAY: FURNITURE MADE OUT OF USED BOOKS
Books remain as one of the most common unwanted objects but they're also not often thought of as being recyclable. And that's why people need to think again: value can be easily be added to discarded books through a little ingenuity and redefinition of context.
Anyone possessed of old magazines or unwanted books can strap them together (although this is optional) into blocks to form makeshift stools and tables. Use them with other easily obtainable materials and household items like plywood, glass or pillow, and there is literally no end to what one can achieve.
Stan
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