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• Dynamic Home Contrasting with the Peacefulness of Kamala Beach
• Playing with Design: House of Card Table by Mauricio Arruda
• How to Add Functional Space to your Kitchen Pantry
• Elegant Minimalist Wood Bench by Dario Antonioni
• Imposing Residence Communicating With its Surrounding Landscape in Iran
• How to use Rock to Enhance your Home Interiors

Dynamic Home Contrasting with the Peacefulness of Kamala Beach Posted: 13 Jan 2011 04:43 AM PST Villa Amanzi was created by design team Original Vision Ltd ( project architects: Adrian McCarroll, Waiman Cheung, Jamie Jamieson) and is located in Kamala Beach, Phuket, Thailand. A heaven for those in need of a quiet way of living, Kamala Beach is a spectacular location, with plenty of things to offer. The defining elements for Villa Amanzi are the view and the rock, according to the architects: They dominate at every juncture. They resonate on first approach, through the migration from public to private space, in the living and in the family areas, in the gardens, in the bedrooms; and they continue to command respect down the tropical jungle steps that arrive at a secluded rock platform, flanked by the same seam that welcomed you 60m above. Constant reference to these elements instills a feeling of solidity that contrasts with the openness of the house, reinforcing the dynamism and vibrancy that pays homage to the magic of the location. (Photographs: Marc Gerritsen. Helicam Asia Aerial Photography ) Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! This Might Just Be the Best Looking Villa in Thailand Surfhouse in Hermosa Beach, California Universe Beach House in Mexico by Tatiana Bilbao Lavish Three-storey House in Manhattan Beach Stunning Home in Costa Rica Defined by Luxurious Tastes Palabritas Beach House in Lima, Peru Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Playing with Design: House of Card Table by Mauricio Arruda Posted: 13 Jan 2011 02:41 AM PST For today we would like to present this ingenious House of Cards table by Brazilian designer-architect Mauricio Arruda, an idea as exciting as it is creative. Here is an interesting description of the process of production from the designer’s page: “To manufacture the table, a process of laser cutting was used. This technology created a perfect reproduction of a deck of cards in scale 13:1. Subsequently, steel cards were welded one to one forming a second‐story house of cards that serves as an under frame. These frames feature a versatile look to the piece, since they are capable of supporting different sized tabletops. The design options were made to accommodate form 6 to 10 seats . The images of the playing cards are printed individually in the plates of steel, which allows each table to have a different configuration, becoming single pieces. They are assembled like a house of cards in a real cards game, where each piece is drawn randomly.” What a clever way to bring freshness and charm to a room!- via yatzer Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Ikea Giftcard – Discount 20% Awesome Business Card Idea for an Architect or Interior Designer Cardboard Furniture Can Look Good, Here is the Proof Transparent Glass Pool Table by Nottage Design G-1 Magazine Table Table Bench Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

How to Add Functional Space to your Kitchen Pantry Posted: 13 Jan 2011 01:39 AM PST Depending on your size of kitchen, storage may or may not be an issue. Although, there are not too many people who would say they wouldn't mind adding more functional space to their kitchen pantry.  In many homes the pantry is an afterthought by the home builder, and a minimal amount of shelving and storage is provided. For you apartment owners as well that have small pantries, here are tips to help you add more functional space. Remove items that can find a home in other places: in many kitchen pantries the storage is adequate, but the pantry is being used for a catchall of other items too. The kitchen trash can, recycle bins, and storage of large items like pet food, and bulk beverages can find a new place in your home. Consider installing under counter/sink trash cans and recycle bins to free up space in the pantry. Bulk items may be able to be housed in the garage in an air tight bin, or in a laundry room or utility closet that has more space than the kitchen pantry. Assess your current storage options: If your shelves do not hold enough items, consider getting new shelving installed that is deeper or wider to accommodate more. Instead of only using one type of shelving, vary the storage throughout the pantry. Spices and condiments may be able to be stored on an organization shelf on the back of the doors to free up shelf space. Pullout drawers for and varying height shelves can give flexibility for housing small kitchen appliances and varying sized boxed goods. Remove the doors: For many kitchens, especially in older homes, a swinging door to a pantry can be the culprit of unusable space. Especially doors that are inward swinging, getting behind the door with full hands may be a hassle and storage becomes cumbersome. Consider removing the doors, or if pocket doors or accordion doors are an option, install these. If you are a person who keeps a tidy pantry, a well organized pantry, can be beautiful décor in a kitchen! Utilize vertical wall space: Instead of using shelving on every wall, leave some areas free for hanging wire storage from ceiling to floor for pots and pans, aprons, and large utensils. If you don't have a free vertical wall, than consider using ceiling hanging pot racks that can maximize vertical storage. Remember, as long as you can see all the contents of your pantry at one time, all space is fair game for adding functional space! Kitchen pantry organization can be the sole reason you enjoy cooking or not! If you can't find what you need quickly, and you spend more time searching than creating delicious dishes, these pantry storage tips should help. If you are puzzled as to how to use the space more efficiently, visit organization stores for inspiration or hire a kitchen designer or consultant. Every pantry has the ability to be used more efficient, it may take some creativity and shuffling of existing contents, but there is a light to the end of the pantry. Freshome readers how do you make your kitchen pantry work better for you? Do you have organizers, shelves? We'd love to hear your comments! Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Remarkable Kitchen Design, Milan 2010 Circled Kitchen by Compact Concepts Contemporary Kitchen in Bamboo Foureight Table a Multi-functional Design Ultra-Functional Bulb Table Brandt Aion, the Kitchen of the Future Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Elegant Minimalist Wood Bench by Dario Antonioni Posted: 13 Jan 2011 12:35 AM PST The Nautural Series Wood Bench comes from Dario Antonioni, a talented designer, entrepreneur and “flight-junkie” from Los Angeles. You are looking at a minimalist seating furniture piece that has the power of adding functionality in a subtle manner while in the same time contributing to an interior’s elegance. Here is a short description from the designer: The Natural series is exactly what it claims to be. Composed of a o solid wood core with a trace of aluminum, these benches are Mother Nature’s way of combining organic material with modern design. Simple and beautiful, these uncommon furniture items can be integrated in a variety of interiors, having the certainty of a tasteful result. The product can also be used for storing different objects or simply as a decorating piece. How do you find it?- via Botanist Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Wood Garden Hanna Bench Laurel Indoor Bench from Mark Goetz Polstergeist a Sofa Bench Great Design vs. Small Costs Tree Bench Havana-Weave Sofa Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Imposing Residence Communicating With its Surrounding Landscape in Iran Posted: 12 Jan 2011 08:54 AM PST Villa Kiani is located in Mohammad Shahr region, near Karaj city, Iran. The residence was designed in a highly contemporary manner by Makan Rahmanian and Kamran Heirati and features plenty of inspiring details. Built in a privileged location, Villa Kiani takes advantage of the 4,000 sqm garden surrounding it through its large windows and semi-covered spaces. This way the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces are minimized and the inhabitants are offered a chance to enjoy fresh air and beautiful views, no matter what room of the house they’re in. A generous pool contributes to this home’s overall charm and ensures an oasis of relaxation. The interiors are truly imposing, displaying impressive tall rooms and tasteful modern arrangements. (photos:  Parham Taghioff)- via Platforma Arquitectura Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Style and Glamour of a Hollywood Home: Sunset Plaza Residence The Rising Glen Residence: Seamless blend of the indoors and outdoors Wood Furnished Butler Residence in Portland, Oregon Amazing Monolithic Home in Switzerland with an Inviting Interior Design Compact Residence Embedded in a Dreamy Landscape: The Ecomo Home Mountain and Ocean: Sea Ranch Residence Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

How to use Rock to Enhance your Home Interiors Posted: 12 Jan 2011 07:47 AM PST Have you ever noticed that the materials that are originally from nature are the ones that make your home feel fabulous? Rock is one of those materials. Whether it is in the raw sense for a rustic fireplace or it has been polished smooth into beautiful accents around a master bath tub. Rock is one of the oldest home materials since the beginning of civilization and it remains a timeless classic for years to come. If you'd like to incorporate rock or natural stone into your interiors, here are suggestions. Strong and natural finishes: From ceiling to floors, rock and natural stone has an unbelievable quality about it that enables the environment to feel rustic, natural, yet refined. Depending on how rock is finished and what application you use it can change the aesthetic in your home. Consider using flagstone, boulders, and river rock for exterior walls and accents walls for visual interest and wow factor! Rock relaxes the soul: From upscale spas to modern urban lofts, rock and natural stone relaxes humans and is comforting to have in our environments. Reminiscent atmospheres of natural woods, streams, and river rock connect humans and nature organically. Bring in rock to your bathrooms in stone tile, backsplashes, and shower enclosures to wrap rock and natural stone around your space. Even bathtubs and sink vessels that sit atop a vanity counter can be carved from rock for a completely spa inspired aesthetic. Stately elegance: While rock can symbolize a natural environment, it also embodies stately and royalty too. From medieval castles to modern minimalistic architecture, rock can also be used in brick format to bring an organized and massive aesthetic to your interiors. Consider having your exterior and interior bearing walls made from natural stone bricks. From fireplaces and walls, to your floors, stone bricks can take a meek room to instant grandeur. Custom kitchen accents like fume hoods and backsplashes are another area to bring in rock, the possibilities are endless. Transform your interiors with exterior details: Do you love the interplay between exterior detailing and interiors details inside your home? Rock is the perfect material as it looks at home in both settings. Log cabins, ski resorts, and mountain homes are classic examples of where rock is welcomed inside. Transform a fireplace with a rock mantle, or use rock for the entire fireplace. Entry foyers that use rock as accent walls and artisan sculptures made from rock are also popular. Be creative, rock is one of the most durable natural materials there are, go for it! Natural stone can be strong and commanding, or soothing and serene. Rock and natural stone is so versatile that it belongs in every decor. Your entire home can be made from it, or you can keep it in an isolate area such as the bathroom or the kitchen. Either way, try using rock in your home and see how the outdoors can be brought in, without you having to freeze out in nature to appreciate it! Freshome readers do you use natural stone in your home? We'd love to know how! Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Rock Blending Summer House in Vestfold, Norway Stacked Rock Lamp Man Adrift on a Rock Clock Home Renovation in the Swiss Alps, a Fantastic Mix of Natural and Modern Stone Lighting : Rock Lamp Trendy and Sophisticated Interior Design Using Pebbles Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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