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• Style and Glamour of a Hollywood Home: Sunset Plaza Residence
• Enchanting Home in London with an Angelic Interior Design
• How to Organize your Home Office for the New Year
• Peaceful Contemporary Retreat in Vancouver: The Hotchkiss Residence
• Astounding Villa Featuring Exotic Design and Incredible Views of the Bay

Style and Glamour of a Hollywood Home: Sunset Plaza Residence Posted: 23 Dec 2010 03:25 AM PST Sunset Plaza Residence was designed by David Thompson and Kevin Southerland from Assembledge Architects and is located above the Sunset Strip in the famous Hollywood Hills. Just another proof that some people really don’t hold back when it comes to building their crib, this abode seems to have it all: an impressive and uncommon architecture, an infinity pool that dazzles the senses, floor to ceiling windows and to top it all, dramatic panoramic views of Los Angeles. Defying our common perception of a comfortable home, this 5,000 sq ft residence is built in a contemporary fashion and is opened to the surrounding landscape due to movable glass walls. Moreover, the L-shape ensures good natural lighting in every room of the house. This goes to show that aside from having a jaw-dropping appearance, Sunset Plaza also has sustainable features. The interiors are imposing and breathtaking, with a layout that proves high-class tastes while in the same time allowing the home to breathe. What do you think? Impressive enough for the Hollywood Hills? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Bring a little Hollywood glamour into your living room Famous Hollywood Sign to Be Turned into Hotel? Fascinating Residence Located Below the Hollywood Sign The Rising Glen Residence: Seamless blend of the indoors and outdoors Fusion of Asian Influences and Modern Architecture : West Hollywood Residence Bueth Residence designed by SPF Architects Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Enchanting Home in London with an Angelic Interior Design Posted: 23 Dec 2010 02:13 AM PST This beautiful home with wide open spaces on Portland Road in London`s Notting Hill was created by Michaelis Boyd Associates. It is part of a set of three eco-friendly constructions, each with elegant interiors, private  decked roof terraces and modernist furniture. Each house is insulated to prevent heat loss and there are a few other features that insure comfort and a pleasant ambient: “super insulated walls are filled with shredded newspaper, heating and hot water is provided by 12 geothermal bore holes 65m deep, photovoltaic cells generate electricity to power the heat pumps, car charging points and grey water recycling systems. A milestone in sustainable contemporary living.” This particular residence has a gallant white based interior designed, accentuated by honey-coloured hardwood floors. Neutral coloured carpets can be found in every room. An open plan kitchen and a reception room welcome guests and family members once they walk through the door. Comfortable white sofas and beautiful white chairs make up the living space downstairs. Three bedrooms, all en suite, are located on the first floor of the home. The master bedroom, on the other hand, occupies almost half of the second floor, together with the master bathroom and a large, beautiful terrace allows expansive views of that corner of London. There is some good news for those who really want this incredible home: it`s for sale here for the price of £3, 250,000, that`s  $ 5,220,000. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Luxurious Home in London’s Holland Park London House With a French Style Interior Interior Design Photography by Rachael Smith Harrison Varma Strikes With a New Luxury Property in London Large and Colouful House on Portland Road in London Stephen Fletcher Architects: Luxurious Flat in Hampstead, London Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

How to Organize your Home Office for the New Year Posted: 23 Dec 2010 12:55 AM PST After a year of home businesses, end of the year accounting, and holiday budgeting, your home office needs to get a whole new face lift for the New Year. Depending on what you use your home office for will dictate how much you have to purge, decipher and organize for the New Year. Believe it or not, the more organized you are at the beginning of the year will set the stage for the remainder of the year! Here are tips to organize your home office for the New Year. Understand where you stand: Put simply, understand the state that your home office is in currently, and determine what you would like it to turn into. For some, clearing out old clutter, papers and files may be in order. For others a true organization system, whether it is file folders, electronic software, or smart phone applications, choose which may be more suited for you.  Once you have done this you will be ready to organize! Organize small and move bigger: Throughout the year, we all have little pet peeves that didn't work in your home office. If you have to get up from your desk every time the phone rings, or if your computer monitor location is prohibiting you from being productive. Start small, and work on these items one at a time. On a larger scale, opt for visual organization such as bulletin boards, dry erase boards, and even paint a wall with chalkboard or Idea paint to help see your organized life in front of you. Beautify your home office: Whether you are a work-at-home professional or you use your home office for surfing the internet. Your home office should be a place that you enjoy staying in and being productive in. Look through home décor magazines or online publications for inspiration. Try a bold new color on the walls to spark creativity or bring in an office chair that allows you to be comfortable as you pine away the hours at your desk. New matching desk accessories or just a new calendar can start the New Year off right in your home office. Take on a new ritual: If last year you decided to start using electronic calendars instead of hundreds of sticky note reminders, take on a new lifestyle ritual for the New Year.  If your life is busier and busier and you don't have time to check in at the home office, try using a smart phone for organization at your finger tips. If you have challenges in organizing, consider using services that can help. Many online services can organize your receipts, keep track of your electronic files, and assist you in uncluttering your old ways and taking on new ones! The New Year is about learning from the last year and changing your life for the better. If your home office is in need of organizing and beautifying, use these easy tips to get you on the right track. If the job seems daunting, ask a friend to help you sort out objectively, without feeling guilty at the end of your purge. If you have a home business or a portion of your life too big for your home office, consider hiring an organizing professional that can help you start from scratch and get organized for you to be your best! Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! 5 Ways to Make Your Home Office Space Productive Seymour Home Office Armoire Hollywood’s House of the Year – The Ultimate Bachelor Pad? How To Share a Space with a Home Office Home Office Ideas for Those of you Who are Working from Home Small Home Office Idea for a Small Apartment Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Peaceful Contemporary Retreat in Vancouver: The Hotchkiss Residence Posted: 22 Dec 2010 11:43 PM PST The Hotchkiss Residence was designed by Scott Edwards Architecture and is located in Vancouver, Washington. Developed in a sumptuous contemporary fashion, the home reigns over the Columbia river, taking full advantage of its views. The total surface of the building is 2,000 square feet (185 sqm), which is just enough for a retired couple to enjoy a peaceful and comfortable life. The living room is the focal point of the residence and is a definite eye-catcher. Dynamic and opened towards the river, it gives the owners a chance to feel the pulse of every new day while drinking coffee or relaxing near the fireplace. The living room is also highly modern, featuring minimalist furniture arrangements and vivid art works. We particularly like the kitchen/bar which brings a youthful feel to the place. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Parthenon Place, Luxurious Residence in Vancouver Ocean Front Residence in West Vancouver: A culmination of the warm and cool Geddes Residence Shines in West Vancouver Luxurious Waterfront House in Vancouver Contemporary Residence in Brighton, Australia Contemporary Riverfront Amalfi Residence Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Astounding Villa Featuring Exotic Design and Incredible Views of the Bay Posted: 22 Dec 2010 09:05 AM PST Located on the hillside of Corossol, St. Barts, this next villa, named Casaprima, is an outstanding contemporary villa that offers incredible panoramas of the bay. At night, the luxurious yachts anchored in the port shine their lights in the direction of the villa, accelerating the felling of a perfect holiday. Casaprima incorporates minimalist design into an exotic setting, making the living areas an enchanting place to enjoy a cup of happiness next to the shore. The villa can be rented and enjoyed by those who are willing to pay the price. It has 2 bedrooms inside the main building, complete with king size beds and another bedroom in a separate bungalow with its own kitchen and bar. Other features of the house include a cosy and bright living room, a gourmet kitchen and an amazing terrace with views of the bay. Large windows and sliding doors allow the landscape to take your breath away from any corner of the villa. The exotic wood found all over the house, combined with the fresh, frisk air of the breeze, offers the amazing connection to nature needed for a perfect vacation. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Sao Paulo Exotic Villa by Isay Weinfeld Exotic Villa with Infinity Pool and Spectacular Views in Mexico Contemporary Residence with Spectacular Panoramic Views in Austria Camps Bay Villa Beautiful Villa Interior Design with Amazing Panoramic Views Phenomenal Villa Built From a Solid Cliff Rock Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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