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	<title>A blog about house design &#187; Home Improvement</title>
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		<title>How can I choose the right couch?</title>
		<link>http://www.housedesignblog.net/2009/04/16/how-can-i-choose-the-right-couch/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 20:23:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ae</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[choosing a couch]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Because of the different styles, designs, textures, and prices of the couches in the market, it can be quite difficult for you to choose which couch is fitted for your living room or other parts of the house like veranda, bedroom, and alike.  Other than your budget, here are the things that you must do [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Because of the different styles, designs, textures, and prices of the couches in the market, it can be quite difficult for you to choose which couch is fitted for your living room or other parts of the house like veranda, bedroom, and alike.  Other than your budget, here are the things that you must do and factors to consider before you head out and buy yourself your couch/lazy bed.</p>
<p>Measure the space where the couch. You don&#8217;t want to buy the wrong size, do you?</p>
<p>Consider how often or how frequent will you use the couch and who would use it.</p>
<p>Think of the construction and analyze if the couch that you&#8217;re eyeing on is durable enough for the rest of the family.</p>
<p>Make sure that it will compliment the theme of the room where you would put it.</p>
<p>If you can&#8217;t seem to find a right couch, then consider having a custom-made couch instead.</p>
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		<title>Add flair to your bathroom with the flower faucet</title>
		<link>http://www.housedesignblog.net/2009/04/12/add-flair-to-your-bathroom-with-the-flower-faucet/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 16:11:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ae</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Bathroom]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[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 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>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:</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.homedesignfind.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/hegowaterdesign-faucet-flower-1.jpg" alt="" width="418" height="626" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Isn&#8217;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.</p>
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		<title>Think about Different Sinks</title>
		<link>http://www.housedesignblog.net/2009/04/10/think-about-different-sinks/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:10:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ae</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[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 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://nymag.com/homedesign/greatrooms/sink060327_1_198.jpg" alt="" width="198" height="253" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">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.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://nymag.com/homedesign/greatrooms/sink060327_3_198.jpg" alt="" width="198" height="253" /></p>
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		<title>Now this is what you call &#8220;Bathroom and More&#8221;</title>
		<link>http://www.housedesignblog.net/2009/04/09/now-this-is-what-you-call-bathroom-and-more/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 14:14:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ae</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Bathroom]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[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&#8217;s complete.
However, this is not the case for the bathroom created by Clodagh. This is not just an ordinary place to take [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>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&#8217;s complete.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://nymag.com/homedesign/greatrooms/master2_060327_1_560.jpg" alt="" width="403" height="309" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">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!</p>
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		<title>You would love to stay in your bathroom with these future toilets!</title>
		<link>http://www.housedesignblog.net/2009/04/08/you-would-love-to-stay-in-your-bathroom-with-these-future-toilets/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:45:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ae</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Bathroom]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[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 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>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!).</p>
<p>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!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://nymag.com/homedesign/greatrooms/toilets060327_3_198.jpg" alt="" width="198" height="251" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">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&#8230;uuhh&#8230;thing.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://nymag.com/homedesign/greatrooms/toilets060327_1_198.jpg" alt="" width="198" height="260" /></p>
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		<title>Giving your Kitchen a New Look For Less!</title>
		<link>http://www.housedesignblog.net/2009/04/07/giving-your-kitchen-a-new-look-for-less/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:32:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ae</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Home Improvement]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[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 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>A luxurious-looking kitchen is just a few dollars away if you know how to reinvent it with style for a lesser price.</p>
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		<title>Make your bathroom a haven for relaxation</title>
		<link>http://www.housedesignblog.net/2009/04/06/make-your-bathroom-a-haven-for-relaxation/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 12:07:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ae</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many people today see the bathroom as a place in the house where you could not only clean yourself but have a private and undistubred time as well. To have a great R&#38;R without leaving the comfort of your own home (or in this case your bathroom), here are some of the things that you [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many people today see the bathroom as a place in the house where you could not only clean yourself but have a private and undistubred time as well. To have a great R&amp;R without leaving the comfort of your own home (or in this case your bathroom), here are some of the things that you can do aside from imagining that you are in Meditterenean.</p>
<p>Choose a theme. Some of the most common bathroom themes today are sea-inspired. But there are also some bathrooms that are not just inspired by the tropics but also Asian-inspired as well (Chinese bamboo&#8217;s, Japanese designs, the Yin and the Yang, etc).</p>
<p>Choose the right color. The color of your bathroom will of course depend on the theme that you chose.</p>
<p>Make sure that you have fluffy towels.</p>
<p>Accessorize your bathroom with non-bathroom accessories. Use flowers, curtains, and alike to create a homey bathroom.</p>
<p>Make use of dim lights to have a relaxing ambiance.</p>
<p>This would help you feel relaxed and pampered afterwards.</p>
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		<title>How to redesign your home without buying new items all the time</title>
		<link>http://www.housedesignblog.net/2009/04/04/how-to-redesign-your-home-without-buying-new-items-all-the-time/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 22:14:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ae</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Every month, new designs come up and you are getting house-envy wishing that you can buy new items or a new house instead!
You actually don&#8217;t have to spend tons of dollars just to redesign your home every now and then. The trick is to put a few decorations at a time so that you and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Every month, new designs come up and you are getting house-envy wishing that you can buy new items or a new house instead!</p>
<p>You actually don&#8217;t have to spend tons of dollars just to redesign your home every now and then. The trick is to put a few decorations at a time so that you and your guests will feel that there is a variety of house design.</p>
<p>If you would like to have a cheap way of redesigning your house then a sketch would be a great help. In this way, you can have a better view of what the room will look like after  taking off all the clutter and putting new designs.</p>
<p>Books can also be a great room design as well. Make sure that you put it in small groups then accentuate it with a vase, a candle holder, or any other small decorations in the house.</p>
<p>As for your collections, too much of it can overwhelm your house. So what you should do is to take only a few pieces at a time then rotate it with the other collections every month.</p>
<p>Changing the lights, bulbs, or lamps would require you to buy a new one. When buying for a lighting fixture, why not opt for a flexible lighting system so you could change the direction of the light whenever you wish. Or opt for a 3-way lightings which allow you to use different light intensities for a price of one!</p>
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		<title>Tips and Tricks in Designing your Home</title>
		<link>http://www.housedesignblog.net/2009/04/03/tips-and-tricks-in-designing-your-home/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 21:32:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ae</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Home Improvement]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[home designing]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Not everybody has the money to afford luxurious houses, modern architecture, and unusual house designs. But it doesn&#8217;t mean that you can do nothing to get a fabulous house especially if you know how to tricks in doing so.

Make sure that you purchase the best item that is within your reach. Don&#8217;t just buy it [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Not everybody has the money to afford luxurious houses, modern architecture, and unusual house designs. But it doesn&#8217;t mean that you can do nothing to get a fabulous house especially if you know how to tricks in doing so.</p>
<ul>
<li>Make sure that you purchase the best item that is within your reach. Don&#8217;t just buy it because it&#8217;s cheap. Purchase it because it&#8217;s not just cheap but it has a great design and excellent quality at the same time.</li>
<li>Before heading to the store, make sure that you already know what you need in a particular room so you can easily separate the essential items from the not-so-important decors.</li>
<li>Have a budget and stick to it.</li>
<li>Allocate extra cash for inevitable circumstances and miscellaneous.</li>
<li>Always create a floor plan</li>
<li>Try to make a color board to immediately determine if the colors, fabric, and textures match.</li>
<li>Don&#8217;t hesitate to drop by at the flea markets</li>
</ul>
<p>What have you done so far that helped you design your home having a limited budget?</p>
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