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• Unconventional Structure with Unusual Space Delimitation: The Pittman Dowell Residence
• Brisbane Villa Featuring Stunning Design Lines and a Versatile Collection of Spaces
• Cool IKEA Table with Embedded Train Set
• IT Design Fan? The Binary Chairs Collection by BRC Studio
• Limited Edition Silkscreen Print Calendars Giveaway
• Tranquility and Invigoration: Como Uma Ubud Resort in Bali
• Old School Phone Turned into Modern Communication Device [Video]

Unconventional Structure with Unusual Space Delimitation: The Pittman Dowell Residence Posted: 19 Apr 2011 07:32 AM PDT With a contemporary look and minimalist features, the Pittman Dowell Residence is a nonconventional structure that takes full advantage of modern technology and design. The couple living here, Lari Pittman and his partner, Roy Dowell, is non-traditional and this is the exact feeling that the building had to convey. Architect Michael Maltzan was challenged to find the balance between beauty and functionality and between shape and space. The inhabitants asked Maltzan to "disrupt and dismantle the hierarchy of spaces" and so the polygonal residence ended up having no doors to delimitate the space. An internal courtyard ensures both light and privacy, while the oval skylight in the master bathroom focuses the attention on a beautiful old pine tree. An open living room offers panoramas of the city through large windows and the modern delimitation of space allows each room to interact with the next in a spiralling motion. Beautiful and futuristic, the Pittman Dowell residence is an example of how desire and need shape our homes, don’t you think? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Furniture made with odd and unusual materials by BRC Designs Khyber Ridge Residence by Studio NminusOne Skid Row by Philippe Malouin Unusual Shelving System Turns into a Table: Trick Bookcase A Home with an Ingenious Addition: “Vashon Cabin” in USA N85 Residence in New Delhi Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Brisbane Villa Featuring Stunning Design Lines and a Versatile Collection of Spaces Posted: 19 Apr 2011 04:41 AM PDT This residence’s grounds include a living, dining and kitchen area that open to the front and back of the property. A custom lift connects the three floors of the house, making it easy to access the entertaining and private rooms. The gourmet kitchen comes with a walk-in pantry and cold room, for all your cooking needs. Stainless steel bench tops and a beautiful stone island mark the kitchen’s interior design. The first floor of the residence features a media room located towards the back of the first level, a hidden study and a laundry room. On the second floor, four large bedrooms, three of which have their own bathrooms, leave the family feeling rested and comfortable. An extraordinary skyline of Brisbane can be enjoyed from the master bedroom’s deck. Placed on the middle of the second floor, a large entertaining area offers the inhabitants the possibility of relaxing and enjoying a beverage from the wet bar or wine fridge. A wine cellar and a four car garage with ample storage space complete this residence’s collection of spaces. Featuring a covered outdoor entertaining area complete with BBQ, wet bar, built-in plasma TV and access to the pool and outdoor shower, the villa’s outside space is dominated by modern design lines. You will be happy to know that this Brisbane villa is on the market with Judy Goodger.   Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! A world of luxury and scenic beauty: Hot home in the heart of Brisbane! Revamped Inner City Residence Featuring Contemporary Interior Design Nordic Architecture: Norwegian Contemporary Villa Design Camps Bay Villa Rustic Design with Modern Lines Sofa Stunning Rahimoana Villa in the Bay of Islands in New Zealand Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Cool IKEA Table with Embedded Train Set Posted: 19 Apr 2011 01:47 AM PDT We found a playful and fun coffee table design on IKEA Hackers and just had to share it. This Liatorp Coffee Table was initially purchased from IKEA and was modified so it could include an N scale model train set. Here is more information about the process from the designer: “I didn’t like the white so I painted about 95% of it black. Four coats of satin black furniture paint to be exact. After assembly, the only thing left to do is design the train layout. I used a program called AnyRail available at anyrail.com. Once the layout is set, it’s just a matter of purchasing the engines, cars and scenery that you like to complete the look. Since this was my first attempt, I spent a little more than I probably would have liked but I think it was worth it. It’s definitely a conversation piece and fun to look at.” We would have liked to know the name of the designer, so if you guys can help, please leave a comment below. Check out the video to see the trains in action! Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! IKEA Subway Display in Paris : An Insane Idea or A Genius Promotion Campaign? Ikea Employe Job Test Ikea Catalogue 2010 is Now Online Ikea Furniture Shopping Tips From A Former Employee More Freedom for Kids Imagination with the Chalkboard Table Ikea Giftcard – Discount 20% Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

IT Design Fan? The Binary Chairs Collection by BRC Studio Posted: 18 Apr 2011 11:20 PM PDT Benjamin Rollins Caldwell of BRC Designs recently sent an incredible collection of well…furniture called “The Binary Chairs”.  Created using computer physical elements, the set is as original as it gets. Here is some information from the studio: “The Understucture for both the Binary Chair 01 and Binary Chair 02 are made from the same outdated industrial printer which was disassembled and then riveted together and bent to the proper form. The surfaces of the chairs are completely covered with a collage of motherboards, computer chips, lcd screens and hard drive disks held in place by sheet metal screws.The chair also has an interactive quality as the hard drive disks can be spun, the telephone keys and other buttons can be pressed, and the antennae raised and adjusted. The Binary Chair 01 also has a glass panel showing the inside of the chair which can be revealed by removing the back seat cushion.” So… love it or hate it? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Sushi Table and Stools by Gloster Stylish “O & O Seat Chair” Relaxation At It’s Best Unique Handmade Chair by Reed Hansuld Fashionable Chair and Table Collection from Casprini Chairs made from Plushy Toys ALMA Vases Collection by A-cero Architecture Studio Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Limited Edition Silkscreen Print Calendars Giveaway Posted: 18 Apr 2011 11:08 AM PDT This week we have an awesome giveaway to 10 Freshome readers! There is something almost poetic about art and functionality. Here is a giveaway that will make your interiors look cool and give you a chance to have a limited edition piece of artwork.  Epic Studio is offering hand pulled silkscreen 2011 calendar prints on Hahnemühle fine art paper, size 42 x 59,4 cm, edition is limited to 100 prints. Every single one is stamped, numbered and signed. Epic Studio is owned by art lover, Rainer Taepper, a 27 years old,  who lives and work in Bavaria/ Germany.  They offer unique photography and graphic design solutions for you. He’s offering 10 lucky Freshome readers the chance to own these calendars for their own home. For your chance to win 1 of 10 calendars, follow the official rules below, and be creative with your answers! Rainer and Freshome Editors will pick 10 of the best answers to receive these one of a kind calendars. What you will win: 10 Winners will receive a hand pulled silkscreen 2011 calendar print How to Enter: Tell us who your favorite artist is and why. Then tell us why you should win one of these 10 calendar prints for your home. Leave your response in the comment section below of the Freshome website. Also make sure you like this post on Facebook or ReTweet it for a 2nd chance. Winners will be chosen based on creativity and originality. Official Guidelines: Contest will run from Monday, April 18th – Monday, April 25th. 10 Winners will be announced on Wednesday, April 27th. Each winner will have 24 hours to contact Freshome at: Admin @ Freshome . com to claim your prize information. Good Luck! Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Limited Edition by Sand & Birch : Glossy Lipstick Sofa Limited Edition Mondrian Sideboard, Furniture Or Art? Limited Edition Pixelated Bed for Digital Dreaming Uprising Resin Bookend Cute Limited Fungi Shelf by Katharina Mischer Inmod 4 Right On Chairs Giveaway – Winner Announced Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Tranquility and Invigoration: Como Uma Ubud Resort in Bali Posted: 18 Apr 2011 08:50 AM PDT Como Uma Ubud Resort is located in Bali, Indonesia, overlooking the Tjampuhan Valley, in the cultural town of Ubud. The hotel is said to be an “inland retreat dedicated to health, activity and adventure nestled between the rich, traditional life existing among the region's forests and mist-wrapped rice paddies.” The resort has a total of 29 rooms, some of which are terrace rooms with “comfortable four-poster bed draped in white voile”, garden rooms with access to the fish pond and seating area and suites. An incredible 25-metre pool offers a chance for guests to be surrounded by green lawns and tropical trees. And in case the visitors get tired of sun bathing, nature activities with dedicated tour guides await. The rooms can be booked at prices ranging from $260 to $555 per person per night. Looks inviting? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Minimalist Loft with White Finished Walls in Como, Italy Luxurious Khayangan Estate in Bali Denpasar Residence in Bali Experience Wildlife, The Luxurious Resort of Singita in Africa Eaglemont Resort-Style Luxury in Melbourne Exceptional Nature-Inspired Winter Sports Resort: Barin Sky Resort by RYRA Studio Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Old School Phone Turned into Modern Communication Device [Video] Posted: 18 Apr 2011 07:38 AM PDT Remember those massive 60′s phones that you can sometimes still see in old apartments? Well, in this post we would like to present an updated and upgraded version of this phone. Combining the retro communication method with modern design and technology, the Sagemcom Sixty cordless rotary phone is a true eye catcher. The phone features touch dialing, a white-on-black LCD dot-matrix screen, 10 ring tone choices, a wireless handset with a range of up to 100 feet (300 meters), caller ID, time and speed dial info. Its built in directory can memorize up to 150 numbers. The phone is currently only available in Europe, for £99.95 (around $160 USD). Have a look at the video below to see how it works: Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Freshome Featured in the Presentation Slides of Flip Phone, the Unique 3 Screen Smartphone Green Design: Synagogue Turned Into a Modern Penthouse Revamping God's home into your own: Holy home in the UK TeleSpy – Phone Alarm System Re-cycled and Low-impact Architecture : Preparatory School in UK Old Phone Clock Design, Milan 2010 Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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