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- Faboulous Home in LA, a Typical Celebrity Crib
- Compact Holiday Home with Uncommon Interiors : VilLA NM
- The Perfect Student’s Crib : Small But Well Organized Abode
- Tea Table That Creates ‘Ripple Effect’
- Plush iMac by Kerry Hughes
- 20 Ways to Get the Best Use of Space in your Bathroom
- Turn the Rug Season
- Nikon D700 Camera Cake. Photographers, This One’s For You !
| Faboulous Home in LA, a Typical Celebrity Crib Posted: 07 Sep 2010 06:04 AM PDT  This spectacular residence from Steve Hermann has it all: an enormous pool, large windows, incredible vistas and opulent, modern furniture. This is why we consider it to be a typical celebrity crib. Located in Nightingale Drive, Los Angeles, this home was sold in 2009 by American television producer and stand-up comedian Byron Allen for the sum of or $6,250,000. The residence has no less than four bedrooms and four bathrooms and the interior arrangements are truly majestic. Featuring very diverse and original wall designs, three different fireplaces and impressive contemporary decorating ideas, this house is as inspiring as it is glamorous. The pool is complemented with elegant seating items, perfect for resting and enjoying an amazing view. Even though at first it may seem like this place has all the clichés of a celebrity house, as the deep exploring begins, one may be surprised with its distinctive style.
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| Compact Holiday Home with Uncommon Interiors : VilLA NM Posted: 07 Sep 2010 04:20 AM PDT  We just received some photos from UNStudio showcasing this uncommon holiday home from Upstate New York. VilLA NM is a compact building, especially designed for weekend and vacation getaways with family and friends. The architects described it as a “futuristic hut” that has unobstructed panoramic views over the surrounding landscape and large floor to ceiling windows that establish a great connection with the exterior. Here is more information: “The kitchen and dining area on the ground floor are connected by a ramp to the living space above, the 1.5-meter (5 feet) height change allowing for a sweeping outlook over the surrounding woodland and meadows. A similar ramp connects the living area to the master and the children's bedrooms on the second floor. Facilities such as the bathroom, kitchen and fireplace are clustered in the vertical axis of the house, leaving the outer walls free. Large glazed windows feature in all but the most private rooms.Technically, the volumetric transition is generated by a set of five parallel walls that rotate along a horizontal axis from vertical to horizontal. The walls become floor and vice versa. The ruled surface maintaining this transition is repeated five times in the building. Standardizing and pre-fabricating of this structural element lowered the building costs without reducing the spatial quality of the interior.”
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| The Perfect Student’s Crib : Small But Well Organized Abode Posted: 06 Sep 2010 10:26 AM PDT  When you are a student, accommodation is not the first of your worries. But with time comes a job and the need for a little more space than the college dorm room offers. We consider this small apartment perfect for having friends over which is what led us to believe it was especially designed for students. This one bedroom crib measures just 50 square meters, but it very well organized. The large room includes a sofa and a bed which makes it a living-room and a bedroom as well. The colorful paintings cheer up the whole space and add a little youthfulness. The apartment also houses a large kitchen, a renovated bathroom with tub and a spacious hall with space for working area. Large windows ensure a good illumination throughout the day. Do you think the designers did a good job optimizing this small student’s crib?
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| Tea Table That Creates ‘Ripple Effect’ Posted: 06 Sep 2010 09:16 AM PDT  Inspired by the idea that small changes of individual objects can be a big impact on the whole, Korean designers Seo Jeonghwa and Hanna Chung have collaborated the 'ripple effect' tea table that features a water layer on the top to make ripples when the users move cups on it. This table is a graduation project for IM masters design academy eindhoven. There is a belief by Asian people that small changes in an individual’s life can have an impact and have a certain effect to the whole community, which in a psychological term is called a “ripple effect”. The designers then translated this intangible term into their design by creating this tea table. Its basically looks like a common tea table but with the addition of a water layer on top. Tea plates are afloat on this water layer while drinking tea. Ripples from the top water layer then forms every time the tea drinkers interact with their tea cups or their tea plates. – Via – DB
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| Posted: 06 Sep 2010 08:02 AM PDT  Remeber iCushion, the Iphone 3GS Shaped Pillow that we presented a few months ago ? Today here is another another “Apple product” made from plush. Just like that computer on your desk, this 17-inch tall, one-of-a-kind plush iMac comes with a matching wireless keyboard and mouse. Unlike your computer, it's made from felt with polyester stuffing. Created by textile artist Kerry Hughes, the plush iMac appears to be running Logic Pro 8, so it's perfect for iMac fans who are also musicians. If you are an Apple fan and love Apple and their products as much as you say you do, then you will welcome the Plush iMac into your house with arms wide open. Finally we think that this Plush iMac would look great on a piece of furniture and we’re pretty sure that it can get a lot of attention. You can get one iMac like this from Etsy. – Via – FreshBump
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| 20 Ways to Get the Best Use of Space in your Bathroom Posted: 06 Sep 2010 06:47 AM PDT  Except for closets, your bathrooms are the smallest rooms of your home that you occupy several times a day. For it being the smallest room, unfortunately you have dozens of tasks to accomplish in the space and it still feels too small! To make your bathroom feel larger and to maximize every square inch, here is a list of 20 ways to get the best use of space. Best in this article refers to tips that are easy to accomplish and fun to do in the process. See how your bathroom will soon become the most LOVED room to use in the house. 1.) Use a monochromatic color scheme in a small bathroom: Depending on the color you choose and how much natural light illuminates your space, one color can make your bathroom feel larger. Remember one color doesn't mean you can't use hues of one color. A bathroom with varying shades of one color will accomplish the same goal. Soft, neutral tones are perfect for this eye fooling trick. If you are able to keep it clean, white will make your bathroom feel the largest!
2.) Choose smaller fixtures: Believe it or not they make all size sinks, toilets, bathtubs and shower/enclosures. If space is inadequate in your small bathroom, consider replacing a few of your fixtures with smaller ones to gain more space to maneuver. In a small half bathroom, instead of using a vanity sink with cabinet below, opt for a pedestal sink. They look gorgeous and take up half the space 3.) Adjustable lighting will create a multifunctional bathroom: When a space is limited to only one function it can feel smaller than it is. For example if you only have one overhead light in the bathroom you will find only utilitarian tasks to occupy your time and then leave. Add a dimmer switch to that same lighting fixture and now you can get ready for work in the morning, and in the evening relax in the tub or shower. Your small bathroom just got a lot larger! 4.) Use space above the doorway for storage: The next time you are in your bathroom observe how much vertical space in your bathroom isn't being used. Typically, the space above a doorway is vacant. Especially, if you have higher ceilings than the minimum clearance you can install decorative storage shelves to house bath tub salts, scrubs etc… in a decorative basket. If you aren't concerned about décor, use the shelf for storing extra toilet paper and cleaners to free up valuable storage area below the sink 5.) Use a glass enclosure at bathtub/shower area: Shower curtains can be used at your bathroom/shower but will separate your bathroom visually. Opt for a glass enclosure that creates a subtle and visual divider between your main area and your shower/tub. For added privacy many glass enclosures can have a frosted pattern applied to them to give privacy and not get in the way of your illusion of space. Image source : Semsabilge 6.) Update your small bathroom with modern fixtures: Even though your bathroom is small it can still look like a bigger than life space. Bathrooms have huge resale value when selling your home and updating your fixtures is a worthy investment. If your bathroom feels small due to out-of-date and boring fixtures, opt for brushed chrome, bronze or copper fixtures. For a wow factor, consider vessel sinks placed on top of granite countertops. You will love to spend time in your small bathroom when it feels luxurious! 7.) Opt for larger floor tile in a small bathroom: When selecting floor tile, choose larger units and patterns that are subtle rather than busy. Less breaking up of the floor lines equates to less visual chopping with your eyes. Flooring should compliment your bathroom and by using small floor tile, you will detract from your goal of enlarging the space. 8.) Don't forget the ceiling: Many bathrooms have gorgeous tray or vaulted ceilings that add volume and depth to a small bathroom. If you are one of these fortunate people, add lighting above to bring emphasis to this architectural feature. If your ceiling is low, you still have great color options. Consider painting it a light complimentary color to the rest of the bathroom to bring the walls visually higher. Are you talented with a painting a mural? A light blue background and subtle clouds will give the illusion that the sky is above… very serene when executed properly. There isn't any bathroom that will feel small when the sky is open above them! 9.) Use mirrors to reflect light and add space: Vanity mirrors can take up the entire wall or hang in decorative frames to resemble artwork. When using mirrors in bathrooms, consider the subject that will be reflected. Mirrors across from a window will reflect light and scenery, while a mirror across from a bathroom linen closet may not give you the impact you were looking for. Mirrors also come in etched versions to add visual interest.
11.) Install brighter lights to avoid dark areas: In some bathrooms the lighting is sufficient for looking in the mirror but other parts of the bathroom cast shadows. To eliminate dark corners of your bathroom install brighter bulbs. Consider switching to CFL light bulbs to save money on energy consumption and they emit a whiter, brighter light. 12.) Window treatments can add height: Bathrooms that have windows shouldn't forget these important features when giving the illusion of space. Windows not only allow natural light, but give the eye a place to wander outside of the small room. To add height, consider adding valances or cornices that make the window feel dramatically adorned. This illusion will draw the eye upward and away from the floor. Use coordinating colors to the palette of the bathroom, and stay away from heavy and dark materials which will give the eye an abrupt place to stop. 13.) Maximize floor space with minimal obstructions: In small bathrooms, scales, trash cans, and laundry hampers utilize valuable floor space that could be used for moving around your bathroom. The key to this is housing these items in another location. If your trashcan is small enough to fit next to the toilet this may solve your issue. While scales and laundry hampers may need to go in a bedroom or adjacent hallway closet. 14.) Change the swing of your door: If your current door swings into your bathroom consider flipping the door around so it swings out of the bathroom. When doing this, ensure that the door is not swinging into a heavily trafficked hallway or space. If you can, consider installing a pocket door that slides into the wall, and doesn't require a door swing. Pocket doors are also visually appealing because they "hide" inside the wall! 15.) Use lighter wood color for cabinetry: If your bathroom has under counter cabinetry at the sink, consider using lighter woods as opposed to dark colored woods. A light colored wood will allow for more light to reflect off of surfaces and will not make the eye stop abruptly at the dark cabinetry. If you are renovating, consider using a light colored sink to coordinate with the lighter wood. 16.) Use recessed accessories to free up moving around area: Consider using a recessed toilet paper holder, and create niches in the wall for holding towels, toiletries and display items. Niches in the wall will create visual interest and will help avoid objects protruding into valuable floor area. Use this same trick in showers and bathtubs to hold soap and bath accessories. If you're renovating your bathroom, create niches in the shower wall and use tile inside the niches for a custom look. 17.) Use cabinetry with open storage: Storage under the sink is a plus and if it has open storage it can serve decorative purposes at the same time. Open storage shelves allow towels, baskets and other decorative items to be stored without using up room in a closet. If you decide on open storage for your bathroom be mindful of clutter and adding too many items on the shelves.
19.) Use wall mirrors instead of big medicine cabinets: Bulky medicine cabinets visually make your small bathroom feel even smaller. Consider switching out the cabinet for a wall mirror. If you prefer to stick with a medicine cabinet, opt for one that is low profile and doesn't extend far outside of the wall. 20.) Use a minimum amount of accessories on the floor: Ensure floor space is kept clear and uncluttered. If you choose to use a rug, use 1 large one as opposed to several small ones. The more separate pieces you have, the more the floor space is broken up visually. One rug will unify the floor as one large whole and maximize your bathroom area. Small bathrooms don't have to be a hard challenge, in fact they can be one you embrace and love. With these 20 tips for making your space feel larger, the cozy charm of your sanctuary can feel even better than a large bathroom. Try them out today and see if you fall in love with your small space all over again! Freshome reader's do you have a small bathroom that you have made feel bigger? Have any tricks that have worked for you? Share them and see if others have some tricks for you to try!
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| Posted: 06 Sep 2010 05:33 AM PDT  Turn the Rug Season is a rug that brings the freshness of green spring even in late autumns, and also the warm colors of autumn in the middle of spring. We are in September right now and the autumn is almost here, but if you want to feel the fresh greens of spring at the end of the autumn simply turn the seasons every time you feel like it with this versatile rug. The rug is made using durable material that promises to keep your door steps alive for years. No matter what the season , you have the season of your choice right at your doorsteps. You can buy this rug from here. – Via – HomeQN
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| Nikon D700 Camera Cake. Photographers, This One’s For You ! Posted: 06 Sep 2010 02:43 AM PDT  If you are a passionate photographer in love with the new Nikon D700, what is the next best thing you could get? You guessed it. A Nikon D700 Camera Cake. We discovered this unusual birthday gift here and we found out that it was ordered from a bakery in Pennsylvania. And in case you were wondering- yes, it was delicious. We really liked this crazy cookie idea so we decided to share it with you guys in order to thank all photographers out there providing quality works and ideas for us. Without all of you professional light lovers this site would definitely lack some color and vitality. So thanks again and keep enjoying the “sweetness” of your camera!
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