| Exquisite South Carolina House Evoking A Traditional Coastal Style Posted: 28 Aug 2014 03:45 AM PDT  The architects behind the Southern Living Idea House at Palmetto Bluff drew their inspiration for the home's design from Palmetto Bluff's low country surroundings. The home, designed by Pursley Dixon Architects as a haven for guests to entertain and unwind, is situated amid the state's iconic palms and freshwater creeks. One of the home's most exquisite elements is a large porch – a Southern staple – where visitors can relax, converse and enjoy the idyllic views of the May River. The two-story South Carolina house features a tin roof and is constructed out of brick, board and batten, evoking a traditional coastal style. The home's décor brings the outdoors in with its use of blues, whites and warm neutrals.
 Every year, Southern Living selects a project team to develop one "Idea House" in the hopes of inspiring consumers to experiment with and refresh their own homes. The Idea House will open to the public for tours beginning on Saturday, June 28th and will remain open until December 14th, 2014. "The Idea House this year blends seamlessly into its low country South Carolina landscape while distinguishing itself as the quintessential embodiment of our relaxed and elegant style," said Sid Evans, Editor-in-Chief of Southern Living.                             
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| Ben Young’s Handcrafted Glass Sculpture Inspired by Ocean Waves Posted: 28 Aug 2014 01:53 AM PDT  Raised in Waihi Beach, New Zealand and currently living in Sydney, Australia, Ben Young is a self-taught artist. From surfing and skateboarding to repairing furniture and building boats, Ben spends time indulging in bohemian activities. But today we would like to direct your attention towards his fascinating glass sculptures inspired by waves, a special project he has been perfecting for almost a decade. Each of his works depicts a special “scene”, where glass takes center stage. The beholder is given a chance to visualize every piece as a whole, then enjoy the effect of different lighting effects, as he or she changes the viewing perspective.  Asked where he gets inspiration from, Ben replied: “The ocean and nature are huge inspirations to me. I have grown up by the sea and surfing is a huge part of my life so it was pretty natural for me to start exploring these concepts to begin with. The technical side of my work is something that I really enjoy too, so I always want to be pushing myself when it comes to new techniques or trying new ideas“. One may think that these sculptures are made using 3D printing, but in fact no computer or high-tech machinery is used in the process. Each of his pieces is hand drawn, hand cut and handcrafted, layer on layer to create the end product. [Photos by Robert Gray Photography] For those of you who would like to know more about the artist’s personality and his work, enjoy the video we’ve uploaded at the end of the post!      My Name is Ben Young – Official trailer from DAVID-CHILD on Vimeo.
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| Contemporary Holiday Villa in Koh Samui Offering Spectacular Coastal Views of Thailand Posted: 27 Aug 2014 01:50 PM PDT |
