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• 7 Tips for Bringing a Cat into Your Family Home
• Original Storage Idea : Modern Suitcase-Inspired Cabinets
• Stylishly Allowing Nature Indoors : Walnut Caster Table
• McDonald’s Redesign: a New Era for Fast-Food Restaurants
• Modern Storage Solution with Sexy Curves
• City Skyline Coat Rack by Radius Design
• Recycled Wood Flooring Creates Alluring Atmosphere in Montreal Bar
• Incredible Foam Chair with 4 Seating Positions
• Wooden Laptop Case, a Slick Accessory for a Neat Interior
• Augumented City, High Tech Life in 3D [Video]

7 Tips for Bringing a Cat into Your Family Home Posted: 23 Sep 2010 07:05 AM PDT It's a proven fact that homes that own pets have happier and calmer humans that live with them. Cats especially have a therapeutic and soothing effect that can't be mimicked by many domestic pets.  The decision is easy for some; while others may still be on the fence as to if they would like a cat. Whether you are deciding to bring a new kitten into your household, or deciding to add more feline friends to your home, check out these tips to help you. 1.) Do the homework about your family: Before you are at the pet store choosing a cat, ensure that all family members can be around them.  Often time's health conditions like allergies to pet dander may make family member react adversely.  Ask your family if they want a cat and if so, why. Often times the idea of a cat sounds great, until the maintenance and care is thought about.  You wouldn't think to bring a human baby into your home without planning, do the same for a cat. 2.) Research how to care and enjoy a cat: It may sound silly, but everyone doesn't know how to care for animals.  Feeding, medical, and daily care should be researched before bringing a cat home. One appeal of cats is that they 'virtually' take care of themselves.  Virtually meaning, indoor cats rarely need baths as they clean themselves. Cats don't have to be walked daily for exercise and a clean litter box is all they need for their 'business.' For these reasons, it is not a hard task to enjoy a cat. 3.) Plan a space in your home: Cats ideally need a quiet, out of the way location for their food, water and litter box.  Depending on your home you can choose where this is.  Ensure the area is free from excessive traffic, but has the ability to be ventilated if needed. Be careful in putting food and water outside or in a warm location.  Bugs and dirt can get into pet food and make your cat ill. 4.) The pros and cons of outdoor cats: You and your family can decide as to whether your cat will be an indoor or outdoor cat. PROS: For those who don't want the responsibility of having to let in and out a cat, outdoor cats may be for you. These cats will get to roam the neighborhood and enjoy outdoor life at the same time. CONS: Outdoor cats tend to carry more diseases and are exposed to dirty conditions more often. Outdoor cats shouldn't be de-clawed as they may need to defend themselves against other animals. 5.) The pros and cons of indoor cats: Indoor cats have their share of advantages and disadvantages. PROS: Indoor cats tend to be cleaner, and therefore can cohabitate with you and your family members inside the home. Indoor cats can have their front claws removed by a veterinarian, to prevent accidental scratches.  CONS: Indoor cats can leave fur on furniture and clothing.  Most short hair cats tend to shed less, while longer varieties have more fur and tend to leave more fur. 6) Selecting a kitten for your home: It is tempting to get free kittens from a friend or coworker that is giving them away.  Be cautious in selecting kittens from places other than pet stores, and breeders as they could have unknown conditions that you aren't aware.  Regardless of where you get your kitten, schedule a veterinarian appointment as soon as possible to be checked for fleas, heartworm, and to get an overall physical and immunizations. 7.) Mixing cats and other pets: Cats are territorial animals. Therefore, they will mingle better with each other at a young age and increasingly become less open for the idea as they grow older. If you have other pets, especially cats consider this before bringing in a new kitten or cat into the home.  Let new cats stay in a room or enclosed space for them to get used to the new house, then gradually let them explore the house when the family leaves for the day. Once cats get acclimated to your home, they will be running around and enjoying your space like they've always lived there. Research shows if you pet a cat for 5-10 minutes each day, you will elongate your life.  Whether you believe this to be true or not, cats can be a welcomed addition in your home.  Once all family members have agreed to help with the care and maintenance, you might be surprised how much the cat will take care of on their own! Freshome readers are you a cat owner? Why do you love them, and what tips can you give others who plan to bring a cat into their household? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Winter Beach Residence by Schuchart/Dow 5 Tips to Consider When Hiring a Housekeeping Service 4 Helpful Tips for Downsizing From Your Home 5 Ways Your Home Can Make You Sick Beautiful Apartment Closet Organizers Inspiration Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Original Storage Idea : Modern Suitcase-Inspired Cabinets Posted: 23 Sep 2010 05:35 AM PDT These impressive looking, suitcase-inspired cabinets come from Casamania and were created by designer Maarten De Ceulaer. Even though their object of inspiration may not seem so sober, the designs couldn’t be more classy and stylish. We like the fact that the cabinets are asymmetrical and unusual looking, which adds a bit of originality to the bedroom within which they are placed in. The details (handles and sewings) are particularly appealing and in tune with the rest of the design. As far as their functionality is concerned, these products are perfect for storing shoes, clothes and many, many more. Due to the fact that they consist of six different drawers/ shelving system units, arranging and organizing stuff is quite easy, making losing a clothing item almost impossible. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Funny Suitcase Stickers that May or My Not Allow You to Cross the Border Suitcase Hanger, a Unique Storage Idea Modern Front Door Storage Use Stairs to Store Something Great Looking Lace Cut Storage Furniture Modern and Comtemporary Storage Furniture Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Stylishly Allowing Nature Indoors : Walnut Caster Table Posted: 23 Sep 2010 03:55 AM PDT This charming walnut table comes from realwoodworks1 and is available for purchasing on Etsy. This is a classical case of redesigning a common nature element (such as a tree branch or stem in this particular situation) and transforming it into a glamorous, outstanding furniture piece. The walnut caster table in the photos below has an emotional story behind. The designers rescued it from fire, probably realizing there is more to it than meets the eye. After cleaning it and polishing it, the piece completely changed its appearance and was added functionality. The sophisticated designed can be used as a coffee table and it even has wheels for easy maneuvering. We think it would go great in a living room decorated with more similar nature elements or in a small home office. Where would you place it? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Bring Nature Indoors : Cool Furniture Built From Logs Gemelli Coffee Table Bookleaf Table Magazine Table Delta Table by Iliuta Brothers Balance Coffee Table Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

McDonald’s Redesign: a New Era for Fast-Food Restaurants Posted: 23 Sep 2010 02:30 AM PDT McDonald`s is undergoing a process of redesign. The new concept is revolving around the idea of a community centre, a place for young people to hang out. In order to have McDonald`s cope with the trend of slow-food, they had to start paying more attention to showcasing and the eating experience. France was the first country to have a redesigned McDonald`s. With this change, McDonald`s tries to add young adults and professionals to their core customers and that is why all the plastic will be replaced with clean and modern lines, wood, brick and softer lighting from modern lamps. The signature mansard roof is being replaced by a flat roof topped and a newly designed golden sloping curve. The emblematic red and yellow colours will be revamped to terra cotta, olive and sage green. There is a design line kept in all renovations but every location has its own interior designer. Three of the UK restaurants are in the portfolio of SHH: the flagship restaurant in the UK, McDonald`s Norwich and McDonald`s West Thurrock.  In New York, McDonald`s uses reproductions of Danish designer Arne Jacobsen’s Egg chair to give the restaurant a futuristic look. Three major areas will give customers more choices:  a "linger" area that features comfortable armchairs and sofas and Wi-Fi connections, a bar-like area – "the grab and go zone" with Plasma TVs for the people that eat alone, and the "family zone" where families can enjoy the meals in a colourful environment with fabric cushions and flexible seating. McDonald`s began redesigning their restaurants in the UK and US. An estimate of 7,000 US restaurants will be rebuilt or modernised. The company has decided to a new three dimensions approach to their expansion: menu changes, store renovations and a new ordering experience. The design process was based on the idea that: “People eat with their eyes first. If you have a restaurant that is appealing, contemporary, and relevant both from the street and interior, the food tastes better.” – president and COO Don Thompson. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! 3 in 1 Fast BeakFast Maker Radiator Heater Keeps Your Food Warm Armchair Martini Styrofoam Dome Houses Make the Food More Appealing and Delicious with Tast.es: Disposable Elements For Catering Contemporary Kitchen in Bamboo Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Modern Storage Solution with Sexy Curves Posted: 23 Sep 2010 12:39 AM PDT Italian accessories company AK47 has come up with a modern simple and fresh solution for storing firewood. In a contemporary apartment with a gorgeous fireplace this piece would look amazing! Flex chair takes on any shape needed to compliment your interior decorating. Made from a sheet of hardened steel that morphs into the shape of an oval or a flame, Flex can turn into an unusual chair or an ottoman. One can enjoy the Flex in many ways, creating a whole scene of modernism and appealing visual effect. Your books will have a comfortable nook to sleep in and you will be more relaxed while enjoying a good book anywhere in the house. Designer Barbara Bolis used her abilities to express the need for genuine storage solutions while saving space. Just think of the aroma of wood ready to offer wonderful moments by the fireplace. Explore every feature this modern chair design has to offer and enjoy life to the fullest by using all your senses.  This piece of furniture looks like an intriguing fireplace accessory in any way you use it. Stylishly blended together in a modern design, Flex has a texture that supports the body well and comes in three colours: white, black and grey. Flex is perfect for small apartments with a small and cosy fireplace. Sticking to the idea that more room can be created through finding new ways to deal with the existing environment, the product designer used material, form and function to contribute to a new emerging trend. Do you save space in your home by creatively buying furniture? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Innovative Bookshelf, Boldness Pinned on Your Wall Modern Front Door Storage Sweet Dreams with Reality Bedding Sexy Sheets Modern Coffee Table – T2 Creative Storage Design Laica Modern and Comtemporary Storage Furniture Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

City Skyline Coat Rack by Radius Design Posted: 22 Sep 2010 11:43 AM PDT Some time ago we had a post entitled “25 of the Most Creative Wall Hook Designs“, but the new city coat rack by Radius Design it’s a really cool idea for a rack that must be presented on Freshome. The new city coat rack by radius design is a daily homage to your favorite metropolis, whether it is right on your doorstep or far away. The skylines available for the City Coat rack are the Cologne, Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Dortmund, Munich, Stuttgart, New York, London and Paris. The wall mounted City Coat rack was designed by Michael Rösing and features 19 fixed hooks. The price tag for the new city coat rack is 69 Euros and you can get it from here. Finally …what’s your favorite city skyline from this collection ? – Via - HomeQN Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Gear Stick Coat Rack Decorative wall clock for DIY Fans : Radius Wall Clock Stylish Rack For All of You Wine Lovers Stylish Wall-mounted Spice Rack for Your Kitchen Modern Wine Rack With a Water Drop Design Fruit Combo Rack Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Recycled Wood Flooring Creates Alluring Atmosphere in Montreal Bar Posted: 22 Sep 2010 10:41 AM PDT The Bijou Resto Bar in Montreal Canada features the innovative line of Brazilian Cherry recycled flooring from Staybull Flooring that were designed by Moureaux Hauspy & Associates. Located in the Marriott Hotel adjacent to the Montreal Airport, the Bijou Resto Bar serves thousands of travelers and guests daily. The designers needed a hardwood flooring material that would complement the bar's contemporary décor. More importantly, they needed material that would handle constant foot traffic plus the pounding heavy luggage and rolling casters would induce. The designers at Moureaux Hauspy chose Staybull Flooring™ because of its extremely durable and can be installed over concrete without fear of cupping, or twisting. The designers were also comforted by how a Staybull™ floor can be refinished multiple times. The finished floor effortlessly blends Brazilian Cherry's grain patterns and golden to reddish brown colors. By combining hardwood in such an exciting way, this Staybull™ floor creates a cool and chic foundation that raises the look of the bar's contemporary décor. Overall, the completed Bijou Resto Bar offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for travel-weary visitors. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! A Stunning Combination Between Classic and Modern : Abril Furniture Collection 4 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Flooring for Your Home Wood-Made Bathtubs by Stolis Turn Your Bathroom Into a Spa Going Green Inside the Home Store Wood with Reservoid Brooklyn Blinds Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Incredible Foam Chair with 4 Seating Positions Posted: 22 Sep 2010 09:30 AM PDT Chairs are probably the most common household objects. Trying to find the perfect chair is harder than it seems. What if you could have one chair that you can use in many different ways?  What if you could use this chair to rock back and forth like a genuine rocking chair? The just flip it and enjoy the stability. The Tumble chair from Go.lo.gor.sky Studio has the perfect versatility – 4 different seating positions: flat, curved, inclined or rocking. The comfort comes from the material: a thick dense foam that offers stability without making the chair heavy. The inner aluminium frame makes it shine gently ensuring control in any position. Stack them up for a nice decorative effect. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Nelson Coconut Chair Stance Angle Chair Outdoor Furniture – Ultimate Beach Chair The Saddle Chair Simone Micheli’s Shift Chair Sitscape Sofa Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Wooden Laptop Case, a Slick Accessory for a Neat Interior Posted: 22 Sep 2010 08:50 AM PDT As Freshome writers we know that sometimes no bag or backpack is good enough for your laptop. But we have to admit this wooden laptop case caught our attention. Designed by Rainer Spehl especially for the MacBook Pro series, this unusual support is both elegant and practical, perfect for the people working at home. Once you are done for the day, simply pack up your notebook and place it in this interesting looking wooden box. This way, your desk will be clean and your laptop perfectly safe until the next work session. This idea is particularly worth considering in a home with kids, as they are usually very eager to test the buttons of any laptop in sight. For getting in touch with the designer or for ordering this product you can go here. Do you find this design useful? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Laptop Shade – Sun Protection for Your Laptop Table with a Built-in Notebook Cloud Bookcase Case Coffee Table Overlap Tray Storable Table Concept Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Augumented City, High Tech Life in 3D [Video] Posted: 22 Sep 2010 07:41 AM PDT How would you like to be constantly surrounded by invisible electronic menus that can be activated at your own will? For some people that could be highly irritating, while for others (the tech maniacs) it could be like a dream come true. “Augumented City” is a film recently presented by Keiichi Matsuda at London’s 3D Film Festival and even thought it may look futuristic, we think it is not as different from our lifestyle as many might first perceive it. Here is more from the creator of the project: “The architecture of the contemporary city is no longer simply about the physical space of buildings and landscape, more and more it is about the synthetic spaces created by the digital information that we collect, consume and organise; an immersive interface may become as much part of the world we inhabit as the buildings around us”  Be sure to take a look at the video below (preferably using 3D glasses) and let us know how you cope with the invasion of technology in your life. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! PeoplePad – Multimedia Furniture with Hi-Tech Functions Bed with High Tech Features : Somnus-Neu Beautiful Hi-Tech Teenage Furniture Manresa City Hall by ADD+ Arquitectura High Fidelity Canopy Bed by Edoardo Carlino Ultimate Hi Tech Chair for Computer Addicts Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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