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- IKAROS, the Ultimate Energy Self-Suficient Home in Germany
- Finding Hidden Storage Space in Kid’s Rooms
- Capillair, an Ingenius Shape Adaptable Storage System
| IKAROS, the Ultimate Energy Self-Suficient Home in Germany Posted: 22 Jun 2010 11:27 AM PDT You’ve seen a lot of energy efficient houses on Freshome, yet we didn’t have a residence that was completely self-sustainable. The IKAROS House was recently unveiled in Germany at the European Solar Decathlon. Built by the University of Applied Sciences in Rosenheim, this project produces energy that exceeds the home’s needs. How is this possible? By using a variety of green technology such as solar panels, vacuum insulation panels, efficient mechanical systems and natural ventilation. The home was built for a family of four and is a small compact building with a very interesting design. Its price is said to be 275,000 €, but being given that it is able to save about 4,600 € on energy costs every year, it is definitely worth it.- via Inhabitat
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| Finding Hidden Storage Space in Kid’s Rooms Posted: 22 Jun 2010 09:26 AM PDT In every room there is 'hidden' space that we never think about. Hidden space is the key to successful organization, storage and having room to live! Kid's rooms are the ideal room to find these hidden spaces. If your kids could have fun in their room AND store lots of stuff, wouldn't that be ideal? WALLS: Vertical space is an area that we forget about. Your upper walls have just as much square footage as the lower walls. This means if you can use shelving, vertical organizers, and vertical toy bins, floor space can be maximized.
DESKS: We often think of desks as the place to get homework done, and that's it. Desks are a prime real estate for storage, display, and function. Consider getting desks that have a hutch on top, for displaying collectibles, and books. Desks that have drawers are good for storage of school supplies, and small nick knacks.
CLOSETS: Take an inventory of what items are stored in the closet. Is it clothes, toys, books, and unused items? Before you tackle the storage, declutter your closets. They should be free of items that will not be used again. Use under-bed storage bins for out of season clothing. This will allow for more space in the closet and storage for everyday used items. FURNITURE: Chairs and seats with casters are great hidden storage places. They provide seating and by lifting the seat cushion, organization. Consider visiting retail stores that specialize in organization for kids. IKEA, The Container Store, Pottery Barn, Target, and many other retailers have ideas that we haven't thought of yet!
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| Capillair, an Ingenius Shape Adaptable Storage System Posted: 22 Jun 2010 08:25 AM PDT “Capillair’ comes from Duch designer Carolijn Slottje and is a project in the shape of an ingenious adaptable storage system idea. in case you are wondering what is so special about it, you should know that Capillair is a modular furniture piece made from flexible materials such as rubber or felt. Its structure makes it possible for it to adapt and take the shape of its surrounding environment. Another interesting aspect of this design is its cell-like components, which are various in form and also have different sizes. We would add their unusual ability of adapting to the items placed inside. This storage system could act as a regular bookcase or as a cool decorative element. What do you think? Would you buy this for your home?- via Designboom
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DISPLAY AREA: Kids will always have 'stuff'! Kids have school crafts, awards, and sports memorabilia, consider using decorative display items to help show them off. Bulletin boards have come a long way from the traditional wood borders. Today there are fabrics and stylish materials, which go with your kid's décor and hold everything from pictures, to charge an IPod! Cable wire hanging systems are a modern way to display art work without using tacks and nails. Kids can change out their own artwork, and the room still looks clutter-free. Help your kids help themselves by using some of these hidden storage ideas for their rooms.
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