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• Creative Five-Level Family Residence in Germany: Just K
• 35 Of The Most Spectacular Contemporary Pools Presented on Freshome [Part One]
• How to Save Money in your Kitchen and Bath
• Futuristic Crib Located Below the Hollywood Sign: Nakahouse by XTEN Architecture
• Dynamic, Exciting and Architecturally Intriguing: Porsche Museum in Stuttgart
• Imposing Contemporary Residence in Mexico City: M-House
• Large-Scale Nature Art Installation in Colorado: Natural Systems Domination

Creative Five-Level Family Residence in Germany: Just K Posted: 18 Aug 2011 05:50 AM PDT This uncommon looking contemporary home was designed by German studio Architekten Martenson und Nagel Theissen and is located in Tübingen, Germany. Called “Just K“, the house has an original architecture, a total of five floors and walls covered in rubber. According to the project developers, “the client commissioned the design of a family home that would provide passively heated living space for two adults and four children. Use of energy efficient passive house technology, natural application of materials and prudent use of the resources at hand, make the building sustainable. The question is, what is "good" living space? What defines it and what does one really need? These issues guided us in our approach to the layout of the house, which has been efficiently designed to optimally deliver maximum use of space, functionality and flexibility.maginative overlapping of spatial areas and uses were designed to give the inhabitants a feeling of spaciousness, manifold atmospheres and various realms of possibility—despite minimised living area“. We absolutely love the creativity invested in this project, a delightful crib with such a well defined personality.       Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Magnificent Childhoo… Level 5 by Paula Sch… Gorgeous Sculptural … Luxurious YTL Reside… Dupli.Casa in German… Winter Beach Residen… Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

35 Of The Most Spectacular Contemporary Pools Presented on Freshome [Part One] Posted: 18 Aug 2011 04:04 AM PDT We know you guys are fond of contemporary pools. So we figured we would take advantage of our visual experience with all those amazing homes we showcase on Freshome daily and choose the most spectacular pools we could find in our published posts so far. As you can probably imagine, the selection was not easy. There were many amazing projects to go through and picking just a few was tough. This is why this post is only the first of a series of incredible contemporary homes with a pool. As you can see in the photos below, the designs are various, from simple rectangular pools to complex ones, featuring delightful patio arrangements, fountains and so on. Most of them were built so they would be opened towards extraordinary landscapes, transforming a common swim into an unforgettable experience. We believe you will enjoy each and every photo, so we welcome you to have a look and tell us which one best matches your tastes and why.   Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Endless Swimming Poo… Enjoying Your Garden… Amazing 3D Swimming … 14 Indoor Pools for … Luxurious Residence … Two Generous Pools a… Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

How to Save Money in your Kitchen and Bath Posted: 18 Aug 2011 02:55 AM PDT Whether your home is a small one room apartment or a large mansion, saving money in your kitchen and bath can mean saving water, electricity, and conserving the Earth's resources. In the average home the kitchen and bathroom account for the majority of water consumption out of the entire home. With knowledge, awareness and attention to our everyday living habits, we can save money in our kitchen and bathroom areas.  Here are tips for how to save money and improve the overall 'health' of our energy bill and wallets! Share conservation tips with the family: With the recent popularity of green initiatives and awareness about conserving the Earth's resources, it is not difficult to obtain information for your family. From your local city government to worldwide water and energy conservation organizations online, your family should engage in conversations about saving energy in your kitchen and bath. Children learn tips at school, while parents learn through employers and community programs. Have the conversation in your family periodically to learn how your family will make a difference to conserve. Turn off the water: How many times do you catch yourself letting the water run as you brush your teeth in the bathroom? When you're cooking and you fill a pot of water to be boiled, do you let the water run down the drain for it to get hot first? Saving water in your kitchen and bath doesn't have to be difficult. Take shorter showers in your bathroom, and fill the tub with less water. Consider using less pots and pans while cooking, to have less to clean with water when you're finished. Install water saving fixtures: Install high efficiency toilets that use less water per flush than conventional toilets.  Install low flow shower heads that reduce the quantity of water flow coming out of your shower. In the kitchen and bath reduce water flow to your sinks by installing faucet aerators.  All of these fixtures will help your home use less water and in turn will save money without your family even trying! Identify leaks: Leaky plumbing fixtures and piping can contribute to water leaks in your kitchen and bathrooms. Consider using dye tabs in toilets to see if water is leaking from your toilet.  Check plumbing lines below your kitchen sink as well as to your dishwasher for possible leaks. Save electricity with lighting: Compact fluorescent bulbs are made in varying fixtures, from wall sconce bulbs, lamps, and overhead lights.  Install these bulbs to save more electricity than a typical incandescent bulb. Consider using lamps with lighter lamp shades as opposed to darker ones. The light will reflect better and in turn will allow you to use lower wattage bulbs. In kitchen and bathrooms install dimmer switches, and automatic light sensors to turn on and off automatically. Kitchen appliances: If your appliances are more than 8 years old consider replacing with newer energy efficient models.  In your refrigerator, stack food so ample air flow can move around food. Too much food in a refrigerator will cause your food to spoil quicker and will cause your refrigerator to run less efficiently. Let hot food cool thoroughly before placing in the refrigerator. This will help your refrigerator keep its temperature more efficiently. In your home, the kitchen and bathrooms are vital to saving and conserving water and electricity. With these helpful tips you and your family can enjoy the same quality of life, but with less money flowing out of your wallet.  If you're in the market for energy conserving appliances, be mindful of incentives from appliance manufacturer's and government agencies.  The Earth is all of our responsibility and starting in your kitchen and bath can make a huge difference. Freshome reader's share with us your energy conservation tips for your bathroom and kitchen spaces! Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Recession blues: How… How to Save Money th… Small Steps Bath Mat 7 Cheap Ideas to Dec… Create an Unique Bat… Whale Bath Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Futuristic Crib Located Below the Hollywood Sign: Nakahouse by XTEN Architecture Posted: 18 Aug 2011 01:37 AM PDT We showcased quite a few mesmerizing architecture works located in the Hollywood Hills, also known as the movie star sanctuary. Nakahouse comes from XTEN Architecture and brings a highly modern touch to this famous neighborhood. The residence is a remodel of a home initially built in the 1960′s. Due to budget and site limitations, the architects kept the foundation and footprints, but added outdoor terraces in order to take advantage of the surrounding views towards the Beechwood Canyon as well as the Griffith Park Observatory. The overall chromatics is based on the contrast between black and white, with extra color additions when it comes to the interior arrangements. Floor to ceiling glass windows maximize views, so that a common walk through the living room becomes a unique moment of relaxation. How do you appreciate the overall design of this project? [Photography by Steve King] Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Famous Hollywood Sig… Fascinating Residenc… Spectacular Home wit… Unusual Street Sign … Style and Glamour of… Exquisite Modern Vil… Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Dynamic, Exciting and Architecturally Intriguing: Porsche Museum in Stuttgart Posted: 18 Aug 2011 12:10 AM PDT Hungry for fast wheels and great design? We have a special treat for you today that is sure to boost the spirits of the all of you car enthusiasts out there. The Porsche Museum in Stuttgart was designed by Delugan Meissl Associated Architects, a company with headquarters in Vienna, Austria. The architecture is highly modern, one could say futuristic. The overall impression is that of energy and dynamism, which is exactly what this type of museum should offer. We really enjoyed observing the way the finishing materials create waves, a strong visual effect inspiring speed According to the architects, “the Porsche Museum was conceived as a dynamically formed organism, inviting new ideas on the use of gravity and space to establish a new basis in the foundations of architecture“. We invite you to have a look at the photos (and perhaps visit this museum one day) and give us your opinions regarding its design. Any details that you consider worth emphasizing? [Photography by Brigida Gonzalez]     Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Contemporary Structu… Magnificent Structur… Nouvel's Lighting … Contemporary Art Exh… The Saddle Chair Dynamic Copenhagen C… Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Imposing Contemporary Residence in Mexico City: M-House Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:34 AM PDT M House was designed by studio Micheas Architectos and is located in Mexico City, Mexico. The residence has a total living area of 3,326 square feet and was designed in a contemporary manner. The exterior is based on an original geometric approach, chromatics being an important factor of the deisgn. This modern home is well individualized through an interesting color contrast, both outdoors and indoors. The main entrance door has an unusual height, making the facade of the home truly unique. A large open plan living room with a lounge area, dining table and kitchen is the core of the residence and the most spectacular part of the house. Glass windows open towards a beautiful terrace, with another special place for dining outdoors. Have a look at the house plans in the last photos of the post for more details on the project’s structure.  [Photography by Víctor Benitez] Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Diverse Contemporary… El Uro House in Mexi… Universe Beach House… Contemporary Residen… Contemporary Enterta… Cool and Modern Buil… Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Large-Scale Nature Art Installation in Colorado: Natural Systems Domination Posted: 17 Aug 2011 06:47 AM PDT Natural Systems Domination is an original art installation invoking nature. The project was developed by design firm Tres Birds and here is an official description: “Domination implies taking over. If we had it our way, natural systems would dominate entirely. Natural systems operate in perfect efficiency. Humans are both part of those natural systems and also somehow separate (by choice). The further we stray from connections with nature, the more alien we become. Tres Birds Workshop was commissioned to concept, design and build an art installation in Downtown Denver for the purpose of encouraging people out of their offices for daily fresh air breaks. We highly recommend it. The installation made up of part vintage office furniture and part 100% live vegetation reminds us not to let office overgrowth affect a healthy relationship with the outdoors. All of the vegetation used in the installation were reused + recycled afterward“. We have to say we were pleasantly surprised to see this art installation integrated in an urban center and are curious to see your reactions. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Unequalled Artistic … Golden Residence in … Wood LCD HDTV Surrou… Nature v2.01 Sleek Storage System… Rustic Home Touches … Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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