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An artistic home that displays art

Ae — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:36:01 +0000

By the time you set foot at the Sospiro Canal House, you would immediately know that the owner is an art-lover. Because of the numerous art collections displayed here in Sospiro Canal House, you would even think that this is a sophisticated way of showcasing art just like a gallery. There are a lot of open space where the paintings and other forms of art were the highlights (aside from the luxurious furnishings of course). In every room, there is a wide array of huge paintings that portrays contemporary art. This modern house design also encompasses bold shades (like red) just like the crafts that surrounds the art haven.

Tips in getting that perfect lighting

Ae — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:08:02 +0000

Lighting fixtures today are not just used for its mere purpose alone – which is to illuminate an area. Now, people also carefully choose which type of lighting to install based on its aesthetic value at the same time.

If you want a flourescent light, see to it that you only use it areas such as bathroom or your kitchen. Yes, it would give a bright illumination but you don’t want your bedroom or your living room to look like a clinic, do you?

Choose a lighting fixture that you can adjust the intensity of the light. In this way, you can set up the mood of the room and could adjust the functionality of the light as well.

A bedroom must have a warm and cozy ambiance. Thanks to the yellow-lighted incandescent lamps, you can now achieve that hotel-like ambiance in your room. This would allow you to have a great R&R even if you don’t check in a hotel.

One lamp could never be enough

Ae — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:17:01 +0000

Have you experienced wanting not just a single piece but the whole set? Well this is how you would definitely feel with these dazzling lamp gems from a lighting company in Italy simply calle as Lamps. There is a wide array of glittering lamps to choose from which can be used for various parts of the house other than the living room. The warm colors and the elegance of the lamps would want you to put it in almost all parts of the room. Actually, you can! You can also choose from various lamp shapes and sizes as well. Some can be mounted on the wall while others can be used as lamp ceilings. You will also get to choose between a table lamp and a standing lamp too! Putting all these various lamps in a single room would make it look overwhelming but stylish!

Add flair to your bathroom with the flower faucet

Ae — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 16:11:04 +0000

Stop putting vases with fake flowers in your bathroom just to give it an added not-so-bathroomy accessory. All you need is the faucet made from glass where you can put a real flower. Whether it is a rose or an orchid, your flower can stay vividly colored and alive since a huge part of its stem is submerged in the water. How? Look at this:

Isn’t lovely? This flower faucet for the bathroom was created by David Vercelli exclusively for the company called Hego Waterdesign that is based in Italy.This vase would surely let you have a smell of the fresh flora that you feel like putting in the faucet. Simple yet elegant.

Think about Different Sinks

Ae — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:10:50 +0000

If you are up for something unique and modern, then these bathroom sinks will definitely suit your taste. These are one-of-a-kind creations that can be the perfect bathroom essential that will compliment the style that you like.

First on the list is the hands-free sink where you no longer have to turn knobs or even push a button whenever you need to wash your hands or face. They call it hands-free because there is a motion sensor that will tell the faucet when to turn itself off.

Known as the scallop, this sink is truly the best if you want a sea-inspired or at least imagine that you are in the world of mermaids. This style is typically seen in garden fountains outdoors. But thanks to the imaginative minds of the interior and house designers, you can now find it at the bathrooms as well.

Now this is what you call “Bathroom and More”

Ae — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 14:14:39 +0000

You want your kitchen, living room, and bedroom to be completly furnished. But when it comes to bathroom, some people just want to have a toilet and a shower and they think that it’s complete.

However, this is not the case for the bathroom created by Clodagh. This is not just an ordinary place to take a bath but a room where one can also relax and meditate at the same time.

The luxurious bathtub is surrounded by the smooth marble that extends up to the fireplace (yes! the bathroom has a fireplace!). It has a customized sink that compliments the rectangular top. And best of all, it is decorated with stones that you can heat up so you have a heaven-like relaxation without the need to go to the spa!

You would love to stay in your bathroom with these future toilets!

Ae — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:45:40 +0000

The future is actually already here! With these so-called Toilets of the Future, you would surely want to spend most of your time hanging out at the bathroom and loving these high-tech bathroom utilities (that are definitely expensive right now at the same time!).

The first on the list is the funky toilet that are meant for nightclub-themed houses or in party hubs as well. These toilets were made by Kohler. The glossy tiles and the sleek toilet style are all well-complimented by the F-A-B lights! You can even party in your bathroom if you have this one!

Next on the list is the high-tech toilet called the Media Center. While having your private time, you can still get to watch TV inside the bathroom! The stunning Bisazza tiles allows the projection clock to be seen while doing your…uuhh…thing.

Giving your Kitchen a New Look For Less!

Ae — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:32:57 +0000

Kitchen is one of the parts of the house where people usually gather to talk or simply bond. However, giving it a new design and addin flair like modern designs today can ber very costly.

To recreate the current design of your kitchen, you can paint your cabinet in a different shade. Some prefer to use the dark shades especially if they have a cabinet made from wood. But for those who would like to have a country style kitchen, a white cabinet is preferred.

Changing the faucet and the sink can actually give your kitchen a whole new aura. This may be expensive but it still costs less if you decide to renovate the whole kitchen instead.

A luxurious-looking kitchen is just a few dollars away if you know how to reinvent it with style for a lesser price.

Creating a perfect bedroom

Ae — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:45:31 +0000

Aside from the living room, the bedroom is one of the places in your house where you can simply relax and get a break away from the busy world. But if you don’t have well-decorated bedroom, would you still love to hang out in this room?

When creating your perfect lair, you must first consider different factors that would affect the appearance of your bedroom.

The Space – before putting any furniture or decoration, you must consider how big or how small your room is.

The Furniture – make sure that the furniture that you will choose for your bedroom is not too big for your bedroom. Remember that you still have to put other furnishings as well like the cabinet, table, and other places where it can serve as a storage and a decoration at the same time.

The Window – think of the amount of light that passes through your window. If you think that your window is facing the sun when it is at its peak, then blinds or thick curtains can compliment your windows.

Factors to consider when designing your own home

Ae — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 20:56:15 +0000

There are so many things that you have to keep in mind before you finally decide which design is right for your house. Considering these factors would not only help you in making a stylish house but a house that is very functional at the same time. Some of these essential factors include:

The number of people who will live at the house.
The number of people who will frequently visit the house.
The monthly or yearly income of the family members.
Special family members such as pets
Special interests such as antiques, baseball collection, etc

You must also think ahead. Analyze if your home will always be the party venue of the family and would it be able to accommodate large number of visitors if you want this to be a home/ party hub