Height Differences Generating a Rich Living Experience: HSM House in Israel

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• Height Differences Generating a Rich Living Experience: HSM House in Israel
• Ingenious Rotating 360 Shelf Makes All Your Favourite Things Stand Out [Video]
• What Do Minimalists Do With All Their Stuff?
• Natural Materials Adorning Sophisticated Moscow Apartment by Alexandra Fedorova

Height Differences Generating a Rich Living Experience: HSM House in Israel Posted: 05 Dec 2014 06:54 AM PST HSM family house is a modern dwelling built on a budget in kibbutz Yehiam, Israel, where one of the owners of SO Architecture grew up as a child. Made of natural materials like concrete, wood and stone, the residence aims to take in the calm beauty of the site, including views to a beautiful oak forest. The plot came with a slope along its width, generating height differences of one meter end to end. This offered the opportunity “to design a structure that follows the natural slope and utilizes it to create functional division between private and public areas throughout the house.” The public areas are located on the lower level of the house, and the bedrooms are hosted by the top floor. According to the architects, the design complexity unfolds momentarily as one enters the house, revealing diverse views towards the wide open scenery of Yehiam and towards intermediate spatial situations between the different parts of the dwelling. The living room, kitchen and dining space, benefit from the juxtaposition between the open view and the inner patio, while the more private spaces in the house enjoy a wide scale of glimpses to the public space and the scenery. [Photography: Shai Epstein] The post Height Differences Generating a Rich Living Experience: HSM House in Israel appeared first on Freshome.com.

Ingenious Rotating 360 Shelf Makes All Your Favourite Things Stand Out [Video] Posted: 05 Dec 2014 04:13 AM PST Slovenia-based freelance industrial designer Luka Pirnat introduced us to the 360 Shelf, a simple, rotating unit that allows you to create wall color patterns and makes all your favourite things stand out. Change the way you organize your space, books, things and tech and reach out for a beautifully simple and practical solution, easily adjustable under any angle. 360 shelf fits everything and puts it right at your fingertips. User can get more than one 360 shelf and make beautiful shelf patterns. Go one color or multicolor and fit them under every possible angle for a cool visual effects. With a simple built in adjustment system hidden inside, 360 shelf takes your favorite things for a spin. Set it at your own angle out of practical or aesthetic reasons and enjoy the perspective. 360 shelf is made to fit. It has an enviable span that ranges from a chic shelf for books and zines, handy landing for tech, to space for simple stashing or displaying of all your favorite things under any angle. The 45 degree wooden profiles inside the frame are made from solid beech wood for the most natural feel. The frame gives support to any square or even round objects in various shapes and sizes. You can back the project through the official Kickstarter campaign and find out more by playing the video below! [Photos and information provided via e-mail by Luka Pirnat ] The post Ingenious Rotating 360 Shelf Makes All Your Favourite Things Stand Out [Video] appeared first on Freshome.com.

What Do Minimalists Do With All Their Stuff? Posted: 04 Dec 2014 11:39 AM PST Minimalist homes are uncluttered, clean and modern. Maybe they don’t need a lot of clutter when they have high-quality furnishings and amazing architecture? Image Source: Jose Garcia Design If you've ever started a spring cleaning project, you know that it can be an overwhelming task. There are times when life just gets overwhelming and when you step back and look at everything you own—you stare in amazement at the sheer volume of “stuff” you have amassed.  Here is the good news—getting rid of all of that "stuff" can be a liberating experience—one that actually makes you feel less stressed and happy at home. Those who exist as minimalists understand the value of cleaning out life to the point of no excess—and find freedom in doing it. While it's a great idea, it can be hard to wrap your mind around just how minimalists go about getting to a place of balance, and more importantly—what they actually do with all of their stuff??!! Here's an inside look into how a minimalist stores and maintains their stress-free, unburdened lifestyle. How do minimalists avoid all that clutter? Here we explain how they hide/avoid clutter in their homes. Image Source: Chris Snook Photography Leave Only Important Objects Out In The Open Ah, the dreaded junk drawer—we all have one, or two, or three…. Things tend to accumulate quickly when they aren't visible. We stash items away, getting them out of our sight and out of our mind until we soon discover a drawer that is jam-packed with receipts, papers, keys, and long-lost trinkets. The first step to leading a minimalist life is to go through those junk drawers with garbage bag in hand—you will quickly be saying, “Ah ha! That’s where that went!”. Once you have gone through the junk drawers, it’s time to assess all of your homes surfaces. Are there items that are left out in the open that you never use? Are there items that you don’t like to look at? If so, then either store these items away in cupboard or get rid of them entirely. This is the first trick to being a minimalist—never put out objects unless you use them everyday, or love to look at them. Also, now that your drawers are clean, keep them clean by using the handy organizational tools that minimalists are so fond of—-baskets, trays, hooks, boxes, charging stations, hidden storage drawers,  and under bed storage, to name just a few. The first trick of being a minimalist is to never put objects out unless you use them everyday or love them. Image Source: Alter Studio  How Do Minimalists Get Rid Of Their Stuff? A minimalist is above all else, a giver. If you truly want to reduce your possessions down to the necessities, it's imperative to get comfortable with the idea of giving things away. The majority of a minimalist's prior possessions end up at Goodwill stores or consignment shops for those who need them more. Minimalists know the value of buying objects they love, and when those objects have worn out, then they quickly toss them aside, avoiding unwanted clutter. If you're willing to analyze the items you own and part with the things you don't truly need, you'll be well on your way to your minimalist dreams more quickly than you can say 'donate.' Minimalists know the value of buying objects they love, and when those objects have worn out, then they quickly toss them aside. Image Source: Renewal Design Build Buy One Object, Toss One Object Being a minimalist means being hyper-aware of the exchange value in your home. While it might be tempting to fill that empty space in your closet with a new shirt—a minimalist knows better. Any clothing item purchased equals a clothing item eliminated. Keeping a balanced inventory in your home will keep trivial purchases to a minimum. The same goes for every object in a minimalist home—one comes in, then one goes out. This is the best way to avoid clutter, over-spending and remain organized. Impulse buys get the better of most of us, so be careful to plan your purchases and look to the overall aesthetic that you want in your home—clutter is the enemy! For every object in a minimalist home—one comes in, then one goes out. Image Source: Mcclean Design Minimalist Homes Are Functional First Minimalists have perfected the art of function first, and form later. Although trinkets may be visually appealing, they take up space that could be used for something more useful, so the minimalist eliminates them or avoids them altogether. This is not to say that minimalists do not enjoy beauty within their homes. We would argue the opposite—Minimalists have homes full of aesthetic beauty. How so? Well, while they may live in very simple, uncluttered homes where form follows function, their furnishings take center-stage as does their homes textiles and architecture. Indeed, a minimalist home is a thing of simple, beautiful lines, textiles, textures and overall high-quality objects and furnishings. Function comes first in a minimalist home, but they leave room for a few lovely objects that add aesthetic beauty. Image Source: Lisa Petrole Sometimes the question isn't what a minimalist does with all of their stuff, but how they maintain their storage systems for the long term. Learning to be a minimalist is a lesson in limits and organization. Although it may not be easy to evaluate your possessions in the beginning, learning to live like a minimalist can be a freeing experience. When you're not burdened with "things" you're free to focus on other activities you love and passions you want to explore. Keeping possessions to a minimum can be an empowering experience if you're brave enough to take the steps it requires. Don't be afraid to reach out to those you know who have perfected the lifestyle and mimic some of their strategies. Once you find a system that works for you, it won't be hard to maintain the minimal lifestyle in the future. Do love being a minimalist? The post What Do Minimalists Do With All Their Stuff? appeared first on Freshome.com.

Natural Materials Adorning Sophisticated Moscow Apartment by Alexandra Fedorova Posted: 04 Dec 2014 09:20 AM PST A young growing family commissioned Alexandra Fedorova to design a modern 165 square-meter apartment in a green Moscow neighborhood. You may remember Fodorova’s latest projects, this minimalist-contemporary home in the Sparrow Hills residential complex or the luxurious apartment spiced up with inspiring furniture elements in Moscow’s Zelenograd region. This time we are looking at a sophisticated design paying tribute to modern living, but also incorporating a high level of comfort and warmth. Natural materials are used throughout the living area in order to generate an inviting atmosphere. The walls are decorated with wooden panels and suede, while the floors have natural stone and oak finishes. Unlike most modern schemes, this is one place where dynamics is present in a tasteful manner. The subtle white, light brown and beige tones are contrasted by the yellow upholstery of the chairs in the dining area and by the vivid green pots in the bedroom. Inspiring decorative elements are placed in key areas, enhancing the visual appeal of otherwise dull corners. We will let you discover more, by going through the gallery below. [Photography credits: Alexandra Fedorova Design Studio] The post Natural Materials Adorning Sophisticated Moscow Apartment by Alexandra Fedorova appeared first on Freshome.com.

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