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• 10 Tips for Decorating your Kid’s Bathroom
• Modern Collection of Slightly Different Housing Units in Spain
• Living Wall in London Mimics Van Gogh’s Painting
• Inventive Urban Office Location: Parasite Office in Moscow
• Appealing Renovation Featuring Elegant Elements of Surprise
• Inspired by Interwoven Bamboo Strips: The Green Weaving Club House
• Decorative Sofas by Teo Jasmin Displaying Selected Photographic Works

10 Tips for Decorating your Kid’s Bathroom Posted: 09 Jun 2011 06:52 AM PDT Teaching young children the fundamentals of bathroom responsibilities can be a challenge. From toilet training to how to brush their teeth, kid's bathrooms should be an inspiring and fun place for them to learn and grow. Decorating a kid's bathroom can borrow design cues from their bedroom. With color, creative organization, and areas designed just for small hands and creative minds, here are 10 tips for decorating their bathrooms. Depending on the age of your kids, use these tips with age appropriate design in mind. For younger children, primary and bright colors are inspiring, and for older children consider more mature color palettes of neutrals and pastels. 1.)   Create a colorful backdrop: While most plumbing fixtures stay in neutral tones of white, bone, or brown, the backdrop around them should be colorful and fun. Consider painting vanity cabinetry, walls, wallpaper, and stencil playful sayings on the walls. Be careful when using wall stickers, as the humidity in the bathroom may cause them to not adhere well. 2.)   Keep walls clean with durable surfaces: When decorating a kid's bathroom, especially around wet areas such as the toilet, sink, and bathtub, ensure the surfaces are easily cleanable and durable. Ceramic wall tile, scrubbable wall paint, and beadboard paneling is ideal. 3.)   Supply ample lighting: This tip is for any bathroom! You don't want to have dark areas in the bathroom. For cleanliness issues and for little one's to see what they're doing. Kid's bathrooms are a prime area to get hurt in, so ensure that lighting sconces, overhead ambient lighting, and even pendant lights over the vanity are bright and don't cast shadows. 4.)   Organization is key for kid's learning: When decorating a kid's bathroom remember to put organization in easy to find areas, and easy to reach heights. Vanity sinks with open shelving below, bath toy storage with suction cup holders, and baskets for toiletries will help kids keep their bathroom clean and tidy. 5.)   Small fixtures for little one's: Believe it or not there are small plumbing fixtures ideal for toddlers and smaller children. There are mixed reviews as to whether smaller fixtures are good for teaching kid's how to use the bathroom. Regardless of the reviews, when planning your kid's bathroom, know these options exist for your growing child. 6.)   Accessorize on a budget: While you can spend a fortune on decorating your kid's bathroom, also realize that simple color palette matching accessories that are affordable can give you a great look too! From color coordinated bath linen, area rugs, shower curtains and toiletry holders can mix and match colors, and patterns for a designer look. 7.)   Choosing a theme: If you are at a loss for how to decorate your kid's bathroom, consider choosing a theme that they enjoy. From animals, sports, and fun pass time activities; to their favorite cartoon characters and favorite colors, the options are endless. If your child is old enough, ask them for their opinion as to how they'd like to decorate their bathroom. 8.) Bathroom safety: Ensure their bathroom has proper safety methods instilled in the decor. While beautiful vanity cabinetry crystal knobs maybe beautiful to look at, if not secured correctly they can be a hazard for little ones. Ensure all cabinetry, harmful chemicals and decorative items are not easily accessible by kids. 9.) Updating a teenager's bathroom: For older children and teenagers the urge to want to over accessorize and color coordinate the decor may not be as strong. Instead opt for temporary accessories that can change as your teenager's mood! Colorful towels, area rugs, coordinated to a piece of artwork hung on the wall may be all their bathroom needs to make your teen feel comfortable in their space. 10.) Keep it simple: It is easy to get wrapped up in decorating any one room of your home. Remember to have fun when decorating your kid's bathroom and seek inspiration from blogs, interior magazines and visiting your local houseware stores. Many stores offer "instant bathroom decor" for you. From coordinated color schemes to accessories that you can mix and match. No thinking required! Bringing the elements together for your kid's bathroom decor can be simple and enjoyable with the use of these 10 tips. Consider the age of your child when decorating and also your lifestyle. If you're a busy parent who doesn't have time to clean up lots of toys in the bathroom, keep open baskets and areas for quick clean up. Remember, you are teaching and inspiring your kids to enjoy bathing and creative learning. Freshome readers what creative kid's decor do you have in your home? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! 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Modern Collection of Slightly Different Housing Units in Spain Posted: 09 Jun 2011 05:45 AM PDT Located in Valencia, Spain, in a municipality called Rocafort in the Eastern part of the country, these single-family residential projects were designed by architects Antonio Altarriba Comes. These residential units bring together three types of housing: type A and types B and C. Each of them has unique features but look fantastic as a whole. Differentiated by some architectural elements, the collection of six houses avoids monotonous recurring parts. The semi-detached houses were constructed in such a manner as to alternate the types, so that each family feels the same comfort without experiencing boring repetition. Although the architectural pieces are the same, the architects managed to place them in different ways, making the building process easier and the result feel like personalized homes. Patios on all the houses break the monotony and offer a strong connection to the surroundings. Small crystal clear pools offer the inhabitants a world of fun in their own backyard. Cantilevering over the gardens, the living spaces on the higher level offer natural light through extensive use of glass. Take a look at these beautiful houses that create a symphony of architectural elements and tell us if you like the project or you prefer to work independently with an architect.   Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Social Housing Solution in Degana, Spain Awesome Sculptural Home in Somosaguas : Spain Ocho Casas Housing Complex in Spain Modern Architectural Residence with Clean Design Lines: 19 Housing by A-Cero Storage Units from Dimora Design Wall Units and Wall Mounted Shelves Inspirational Pictures Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Living Wall in London Mimics Van Gogh’s Painting Posted: 09 Jun 2011 03:37 AM PDT An artistic “Living Wall” replica of Van Gogh’s well-known 1889 painting “A Wheatfield, with Cypresses” is displayed in front of The National Gallery in London. A collaboration between General Electric and the museum, the Living Wall is part of a carbon reduction strategy. The National Gallery in London already switched to LED lighting in all of its galleries and this project promises a creative way of continuing that plan. The gallery’s long-term plan to reduce its carbon footprint found an outlet in this magnificent display of greenery at its doorstep. Over 8,000 plants of 25 varieties were used to mimic the bold colours in Van Gogh’s original painting. The vertical garden took three days to install and now sits proud in an attempt to modernize the way we look at our dwindling resources. Besides looking like the original painting, the green wall was created to bloom as the season progresses. A number of 640 modules were grown vertically in a nursery and prepared to be installed outside The National Gallery. It will remain there until the end of October 2011, so you have plenty of time to admire the fabulous installation. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Luxurious Home in London’s Holland Park London House Blends Contemporary and Classic in a Very Charismatic Way Large and Colouful House on Portland Road in London 3D Painting that Creates an Amazing Optical Illusion Effect Harrison Varma Strikes With a New Luxury Property in London Millbare House in London Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Inventive Urban Office Location: Parasite Office in Moscow Posted: 09 Jun 2011 01:54 AM PDT The capital of Russia proudly displays an amazing architectural project that uses a tight urban site as the base for a different kind of office. The Parasite Office designed by za bor architects rises from in-between two buildings to offer an alternative to office spaces all over the world. The 230 square meters office is nestled between two residential buildings, occupying the space which was left unused until its construction. Moscow was the perfect place for the architects to present their project at the architectural biennale “АRCH Moscow“. The wide passages between the buildings of Moscow are perfect for such innovative construction like the Parasite Office, creating new urban developments for creativity-related working spaces. The first office constructed like this will be za bor’s office. A three-floor volume with an accessible roof area will be the main volume of the office, which will be divided by modular floor panels. The light and durable cellular polycarbonate used for the facade of the polygonal volume will ensure the architectural beauty of the project, while the part facing the other side is flat and completely glazed. It still amazes me how architects constantly reshape out cities.   Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Seymour Home Office Armoire Sakuragawa House by Suppose Design Office Secret'Air – A Small Office for You Small Home Office Idea for a Small Apartment Wall Mounted Desk Office 63.02° house by Schemata Architecture Office Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Appealing Renovation Featuring Elegant Elements of Surprise Posted: 09 Jun 2011 12:42 AM PDT By turning an old house into a glamorous residence, Jessica Helgerson Interior Design managed to create yet another amazing inspirational collection of interiors. After seeing this renovation, we decided to take a closer look at Jessica’s works and found this incredible turn-of-the-century, Southeast Portland foursquare. Working on many projects, the interior designer created a unique style that can be recognized in every room. This particular house was transformed into an exemplary residence: “By gutting the small, dysfunctional kitchen and annexing space from an under-utilized back pantry and mudroom, we created a large and airy cooking and dining space. Elsewhere in the house we introduced elegant touches such as box beams in the dining room; a fireplace mantel and built-in shelving in the living room; a wood ceiling and wainscoting in the upstairs bathroom; and a deep-cased opening, between the entry hall and the living room, which creates ledges for seating and plants.” In addition, the dark-stained woodwork accentuates the decorative items and furnishing nearby and add a pleasant “element of surprise“. Isn’t it just gorgeous?   Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Gemma Ahern Apartment Renovation – Cost Effective Designing Make the Food More Appealing and Delicious with Tast.es: Disposable Elements For Catering Swedish Inspiration: Turning a Small Apartment into a Gemstone Elegant Wooden Towel Hanger, Milan 2010 Ingenious Residence Melding Modern Style and Victorian Character Electric Touch Cooktops for Elegant Cooking Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Inspired by Interwoven Bamboo Strips: The Green Weaving Club House Posted: 08 Jun 2011 10:23 AM PDT An impressive, modern golf and club house rises in Jeollanam-do (South Jeolla), South Korea. The Green Weaving Club House spreads over 5,670 square meters, but the building had to be built on a long and narrow site. This challenged the designers, Hyunjoon Yoo Architects, and they created a fantastic place where golf connoisseurs can enjoy modern facilities in a contemporary setting. The necessities almost overwhelmed the capacity of the site – if the building had been built like any other usual golf club, the rooms would have spread over 100 meters, cutting the golf course into half. So the architects decided to construct a shorter version of the building, with gaps in-between the volumes, creating apparent green passageways. Inspired by interwoven bamboo strips, all the rooms of the building – lobby, locker room, spa – celebrate the connection they have with nature. Ivy and slow- growing Pachysandra terminalis with glossy green leaves cover some of the exterior walls, creating exceptional green walls and creating an eco-friendly feature. The building becomes both architecturally beautiful and energy efficient. How many golf clubs can pride themselves on having such a contemporary design?   Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Sliding Bamboo Closet Doors from Moso Bambo Orange and Green Bathroom Design from Duebi Italia A Pragmatic Architecture Project: Weaving Studio by Prentiss Architects North Carlton Green House by Zen Architects Going Green Inside the Home Bamboo Bed Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Decorative Sofas by Teo Jasmin Displaying Selected Photographic Works Posted: 08 Jun 2011 09:07 AM PDT Some people choose to display their love for a city or an idea in a corner of their home, where they can see it every day. But how about keeping a photo of your favourite city on the backseat of your sofa? These creative Decorative Sofas designed by Teo Jasmin feature all sorts of photographic works: New York City skylines, Union Jack prints or even a collection dedicated to Brigitte Bardot. The freelance designer is also an expert in digital printing, so it was not hard for her to transform thoughts into reality. The Decorative Sofas have elegant beech wood structures, painted in white, black or silver. The vinyl seats offer comfort, while the backrest is adorned with different digital printed photographic works. The team of twelve people working at Teo Jasmin create other wonderful decorative pieces, like bags, cushions, armchairs and canvases. These can be found all across Europe, in 250 selling points or even ordered online. Tell us – are these Decorative Sofas something you would like to display in your home?   Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Contemporary Sofas from Bora Kim: The Jamirang Sofas Digital printing on on wall canvas cushions and classic furniture by Teo Jasmin Wall Decals, Prints and Illustrations for Kids Rooms Cipria Sofas : Disco Style! Wooden Decorative Name Puzzles : Indoor Brands? Oversized Armchair – Eleva Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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