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• 40 Scandinavian Wallpaper Ideas Making Decorating a Breeze
• Diverse Modern Home Integrated in a Scenic Landscape
• Impressive Three-Volume Residence on Shelter Island
• Halloween Inspires Dark Interiors for your Home
• Inspiring Stockholm Loft Characterized by Delightful Visual Contrasts
• Minimalist Japanese Architecture: The Mishima House
• PlateTopper Invention is 100x Faster than Plastic Wrap ( Video )
• Wood-Cladded Dream Home in Almunecar: Pure White

40 Scandinavian Wallpaper Ideas Making Decorating a Breeze Posted: 19 Oct 2011 05:33 AM PDT What’s all this talk about autumn and the melancholy it brings? For today we thought we would fight nostalgias with a great display of Scandinavian wallpapers that will not just boost your spirits, but also increase your home’s energy level. Because these wallpapers are as fresh as they get. Who’s to say that your apartment has to be decorated in a Spartan way? If you are a fan of color and vitality, then we have just what it takes to keep your crib dynamic all year long. From pink and purple to black & white combinations, these wallpapers can easily be integrated in modern decors with vivid personalities. No matter where you choose to place a colorful Scandinavian wallpaper- living room, bathroom or bedroom-  one thing is for sure: that interior will be a lot more cheerful. Enjoy the photo gallery below and tell us which idea is your favorite!

Diverse Modern Home Integrated in a Scenic Landscape Posted: 19 Oct 2011 04:33 AM PDT ‘Wohnhaus Pircher, Planit C’ is a contemporary residence located in a privileged natural environment, near the Italian-Austrian border in Toblach, Italy. Designed by Comfort-Architecten, the house is a perfect observation point for panoramic views of the nearby mountains. Roof terraces and walkways were especially developed for the inhabitants to enjoy this setting. The residence consists of asymmetrical volumes arranged around a central garden, ensuring a large amount of natural light throughout the building. The generous open plan living room is situated near the main home entrance, while the kitchen and dining room are located on the second floor. A stairway connects the two levels, as it makes its way up, through a glass encased atrium. The interior design is modern and minimalist, with tasteful decorations and large windows, emphasizing on the incredible views the site has to offer.

Impressive Three-Volume Residence on Shelter Island Posted: 19 Oct 2011 03:32 AM PDT YN-13 House is a complex residential three-volume structure interrupted by “corridors” of outside space. An imposing two-storey main structure houses the entertaining facilities and living spaces on one floor and private quarters on the next, while two smaller volumes shelter a guest wing and a garage. Successfully designing the cedar-cladded complex of structures, architects from Manhattan-based Morris Sato Studio, inspired by historic buildings of Kyoto and Kanazawa, Japan, built a terne-coated stainless steel roof that compliments the colors and shape of the entire set of boxed structures. In order to better understand the carefully designed inside spaces, the architects description of the interior architecture will help:  “In the interior, the minimally partitioned first level allows for an uninterrupted diagonal flow of loft-like space and the expansive glazing at the corners connecting indoor and outdoor activities. The second level's bedrooms are punctured with a series of openings and terraces providing light and views. A large interior void joins the two floors in a continuous convection of air ventilating the interior. The void additionally serves as a spatial inversion of light at the inner most point in the volume and as a counterpoint to fireplace and masonry chimney tower on the exterior. The single-storied guest wing and garage buildings define an enclosed courtyard space for the swimming pool, gardens and views to the ocean beyond.” Would you like to have a residence made of many volumes or do you prefer a single structure for all daily activities?

Halloween Inspires Dark Interiors for your Home Posted: 19 Oct 2011 02:34 AM PDT The appeal of light and airy interiors of spring and summer are always welcomed as the weather turns warm, but as autumn sets in, and Halloween grows near, the appeal of dark interiors to warm up next to a crackling fireplace are more inviting for the season. Whether you love dark accents throughout your home of deep walnut stained wood floors, or you enjoy the heavy and dark textiles of dramatic bedding in your bedroom, here are some dark interiors to create the perfect Halloween themed interior for you to surround yourself in. Layer your Halloween home in deep comfort: If you only allude to Halloween as cold and lifeless interiors, it's time to put a new thought into your head! How about dark and heavy textiles to emerge your home in? From velvet and velour to rich brown leathers and black lacquered accents are the perfect way to feel surrounded in warm luxury and dark glimpses of comfort. If it's already cold in your home, consider layering coordinating patterns and textiles in your bedding, drapery, and accent bed pillows to create the perfect sanctuary for not getting out of your bed on a Saturday morning! In your kitchen use dark furniture to play off of deep colored cabinetry and lighting for a unique dining and cooking experience. Collections, collections, collections: Do you have one of those homes that you have a collection, but are not quite sure what to do with it, or how to display it? Create a striking display by taking an accent wall painted in your favorite dark paint – from gorgeous steel gray, to deep burgundy or espresso brown, and show off your collections in high contrast style. A white marble mantle can make the perfect show off piece for your vases, antiques and vintage collections. Dark accent walls have a perfect way of highlighting what once looked like clutter and got lost in your interiors. Don't have a collection quite yet, go ahead and start one! The simplest white dinnerware hung on a dark wall in an eye-catching pattern can make a dramatic collection instantly. Dark with hints of whimsy: For many, dark interiors convey gloom, and coldness, while dark interiors can have pops of color added to the room to take off the hard edge. Try pairing up your favorite deep color upholstered couch with playful neon pillows, or set is beside a killer hot pink coffee table! Whether you choose a high piled shag area rug or a mustard yellow pendant lamp, don't let your dark interiors dictate your mood. Enjoy the mystery and sophistication of dark interiors with pops of whimsy appeal. Artwork, sculptures, lighting, and bookshelves can also be used to bring in shots of color and visual interest to take the edge off. Let your dark interior inspire: A designer trend in many homes in using color that is tone on tone color with the walls, flooring, ceiling and doors to create an enveloped effect of dark colors. Then by adding furniture with saturated colors against the backdrop of the room, makes the individual furniture pieces shine in their own glory. This technique is perfect for homes that have an inspiring piece of furniture or artwork that you want to be the spotlight of the room. When trying this technique, try to deliver plenty of light into the space through windows, artificial lighting or both to ensure a 'cave-like' feeling doesn't over power the space. Who said Halloween is only for one day? This holiday can inspire your interiors with dark colors for all of autumn and into the next season. Dark elements can warm, and show off your key elements in any room. If you decide to go for dark, consider the lighting, and other members of your household to get their opinion. While dark colors are mysterious, they have different connotations for everyone. The beauty of decor is that everyone sees it in their own light and for dark interiors that light may brighten your whole mood.

Inspiring Stockholm Loft Characterized by Delightful Visual Contrasts Posted: 19 Oct 2011 01:35 AM PDT We love the projects that display bold color contrasts with no compromises in style. Listed here, this diverse and spacious 2,400 (223 square meters) apartment located in Stockholm, Sweden fits this profile. Having no less than seven rooms, the loft is an exquisite mix of colors, modern and classic furniture, and appealing decorative elements. The central room of the house is a living room, flanked by two generous sofas, perfect for having guests over. The gray walls are contrasted by the vivid colors adorning the pillows, carpet and paintings. A classic fireplace, a wooden central table and a chandelier contribute to a unique atmosphere. The kitchen is highly modern and it is the only interior of the apartment characterized by a simple color palette. The rest of the place bursts with energy and diversity. Do you find this design practical or “overcrowded”?

Minimalist Japanese Architecture: The Mishima House Posted: 19 Oct 2011 12:25 AM PDT The Mishima House was designed by Keiji Ashizawa Design and is an example of beautiful minimalist Japanese architecture. This abode in Tokyo seems to be the result of its surrounding urban environment. Its asymmetrical shape makes it stand out, but at the same time requires an ingenious layout. The architects had no trouble meeting the demands of the clients, by creating a home that is well connected with the outdoors. Moreover, the Mishima House offers a large degree of privacy and comfort. The interior design seems to mirror the exterior landscape and features intriguing steel supports which are intentionally left uncovered, for an original visual effect. The rooms are spacious and have interesting inclined walls, as a result of the crib’s overall form. Enjoy the design ideas this unique Japanese home offers and tell us what you find particularly inspiring.

PlateTopper Invention is 100x Faster than Plastic Wrap ( Video ) Posted: 18 Oct 2011 02:48 PM PDT Today we’d love to present you a really simple and smart idea that allows you to keep a meal or snack fresh for your family . The PlateTopper is essentially a large suction cup with a central plastic container to store food that was invented by Michael Tseng. With a simple downward press, the suction creates an airtight seal over a plate of food. It's a concept that transforms your dinner plates into airtight food storage containers ( if you can’t imagine how the PlateTopper works don’t worry, we have a video below ). After a few seconds of using the product, it becomes clear that the PlateTopper is faster and easier to use than tinfoil and plastic wrap. For busy parents, the invention is perfect for storing a plate of dinner or an after-school snack. It's also great for storing leftovers and then re-heating them in the microwave.  As you'd expect, the PlateTopper is also dishwasher safe. The fact that the PlateTopper is reusable should appeal to the eco-friendly crowd who don't want to toss tinfoil or plastic wrap. The product is also 100% BPA-free, and remarkably, it's assembled without glue or adhesives. The PlateTopper Universal Food Lid hits the market this month, offering an easy-to-use and eco-friendly alternative to wasteful plastic wrap and tinfoil. With the support of Kickstarter, Michael Tseng finally has a platform to test the market. He's aiming to raise $12,000 worth of pre-orders for the PlateTopper before the start of manufacturing, which is slated to begin in November 2011. For more information on how to pre-order the PlateTopper, visit Kickstarter or to learn more, visit platetopper.com. Finally here is a video that presents the PlateTopper in more detail …take a look and tell us what do you think about this simple but innovative idea.

Wood-Cladded Dream Home in Almunecar: Pure White Posted: 18 Oct 2011 08:38 AM PDT Some residence are built with two ideas in mind – a perfect, customized residential plan for its inhabitants and a home so beautiful that instantly becomes a dream home for anyone who sees it. This is the case with this next house in Almunecar named Pure White – a fascinating residence designed by Susanna Cots. Interior spaces can be described as ordered, comfortable and luxurious. Flooded with light, the house above the sea gathers panoramic views from several vantage points, at the same time protecting the inhabitants’ privacy by displaying a modern and robust front facade, partially cladded in wood. Five different zones make up this residence’s floor plan. The first one – the service wing- can accommodate up to five people, the second one is the children’s wing – the only part of the house that is adorned with colorful furniture and furnishings. The third zone encompasses the living, dining and kitchen in a seamless space that gathers family and friends. The upper volume shelters the private areas such as bedrooms and bathrooms, while the last zone is occupied by a guest area on the ground floor, with direct access to the pool and sundeck. This residence goes to great lengths to show its owners that it is the best home for them.

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