Monday, February 21, 2011

Homedit.com Interior Design & Architecture Inspiration Newsletter

Homedit.com Interior Design & Architecture Inspiration Newsletter

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Viking Bath Boat by Wieki Somers

Posted: 21 Feb 2011 10:40 AM PST

Vikings were exquisite warriors and excellent sailors. Their boats were fantastic and had a specific style. They were made of wood and huge constructions which could scary any sailor who would have had such an image in front of his eyes.

Wieki Somers designed the Bath Boat .He tried to remind us of those old times when the Vikings were trying to conquer the world using their strong and big boats.This Bath Boat is a bath tub made of wood and has the design of a Viking's boat. So, while you enjoy your hot bath, you can imagine yourself that you are the captain of such a boat. You can imagine the furious sea, the agitated waves and how you can face their anger and aggression. You are a famous warrior who tries to conquer new lands and discover new people and new things.

La Chaise Chair

Posted: 21 Feb 2011 10:16 AM PST

I have always said that designers and architects look around and find the most unusual and interesting sources of inspiration in the nature around us. Then they interpret them in their own ways and express their visions, resulting in the finished product. La chaise chair is the perfect example, as it combines the natural design of a shell with the modern futuristic materials: the fiberglass and stainless steel.

The chair was designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1948 and has a very interesting shape, something like a stylized seashell. The hole in the middle puzzles you and you don’t really understand if it serves for any purpose or not. La Chaise chair is a kind of combination between a chair and a chaise-longue, being long enough to allow you a comfortable seating, but only if you sit in it. The molded fiberglass has a natural curve that seems to follow the natural shape of the human body. The base of the chair is supported by some stainless steel bars that are further supported by a plywood “X”.  It sells now for about $1,290.

Beautiful Silken Puerta America Hotel Madrid

Posted: 21 Feb 2011 08:32 AM PST

Colors represent a way of attracting people's attention on certain things.The exterior of Silken Puerta America Hotel Madrid is extremely colorful. There are used strong and dark colors such as red, blue, orange you cannot believe your eyes that it is a hotel.It is an interesting building which units different cultures and architectural styles in one place. Nineteen architectural firms and designers contributed to its creation and each of them brought their personal style.

If the exterior is full of color, the interior cannot look other way. Each floor of the hotel has a unique style. The rooms have a modern design and spectacular furniture which make them resemble some spaces from a space ship.

Silken Puerta America Hotel Madrid is not a usual hotel, besides all its comfort and facilities that can offer you; it is also a piece of art.

A simple guide to buying dining room furniture

Posted: 21 Feb 2011 08:10 AM PST

If you're looking to buy a new dining table and chair set in the near future, it's a good idea to do your research and see what's out there before committing to a choice. There are a number of different factors that you should take into account before buying your dining room furniture so make sure you have all the relevant information to hand before signing on the dotted line.

Firstly, you'll need to make a decision on what size of table would fit – or look – best in your dining room. Don't be tempted to go for the biggest possible table that your room will take; it's important to find the right balance between the size and shape of your ideal table with the practicality of actually using it in your room. If your dinner guests are going to be squeezed up against the wall during the meal then that's far from ideal, so think about downgrading your table size expectations if necessary.

Another big decision is the style of furniture that you would like for your dining room. Would you prefer a traditional wooden table and chair set? Or would a clear glass table be a better fit for your room? Whatever your general style choice, there are a huge number of individual options within that umbrella, allowing you to choose something classic looking but also retaining an element of uniqueness. Also be aware that the table you like the look of the most in isolation may not necessarily fit in well with the décor of your dining room, so keep that in mind when making your choice.

Also have a think about whether you want a table with the traditional long, rectangular shape or whether you'd like to go for something a bit different, such as a round or oval table. These are becoming more and more popular, so have a think about whether a more unconventional shape will work in your dining room.

The big factor, of course, is cost. Thankfully, there are a large number of very reasonably priced dining room furniture sets so you don't need to break the bank to get kitted out. If you're on a budget, however, do think about cost versus durability. Opting for the cheapest possible set may not be the sound idea it first seems like as it's unlikely to last as long as a set from the medium price bracket. That said, there's also no point in spending over the odds if you like something more reasonably priced as the quality of most dining room sets these days is of a fairly high standard.

How to care for area rugs?

Posted: 21 Feb 2011 07:41 AM PST

Area rugs are an integral element of home interiors. They are made out of different materials such as cotton, wool, coir and much more. Area rugs are long term investment. They are capable of providing valuable services for years provided they are properly cared and maintained.

When it comes to caring for area rugs, it's an easy job. By carrying out few actions at short intervals of time, area rugs can be allowed to maintain their beauty and value for several years.

Here is a list of instructions to assist you to care for area rugs –

Keep the area rugs out of sun – The worst thing that can be done to an area rug is to leave it open in the sun. If an area rug is kept in a place which receives direct sunlight, then the colors of the area rug are sure to fade in no time. If the place where the rug is spread is receiving sunlight, consider installing blinds or sheer curtains.

Regular vacuuming – Vacuuming an area rug is very important as it helps to get rid of all sorts of dust, debris, and other unwanted particles. However, regular vacuuming does not imply vacuuming the area rug every day. Daily vacuuming is sure to damage the area rug, so you need some vacuum bags. Unless the area rug gets dirty due to mishap, vacuum machine should not be used on the area rug for more than two times a week.

Regular inspection – Regular inspection of the areas is part of caring of area rugs. You need to look for loose fibers, and they need to be trimmed immediately. In addition, any dirt particle should be removed manually by hand as soon as it is spotted.

Washing – Washing an area rug is an important feature of the cleaning and maintenance process as it shall get rid of all sorts of dirt, including ones that have made a place within the fibers. However, area rugs should be washed once or twice a year. The easiest way to wash area rugs is to shampoo them. Certain area rugs may be machine washed even.

Dry cleaning – Dry cleaning the area rugs is an effective way to get rid of dirt and stains. In addition, through dry cleaning you can be assured that no colors shall fade or bleed. Certain area rugs such as imported area rugs, woven area rugs and woolen area rugs should preferably be dry cleaned only.

A Bright Small Apartment

Posted: 21 Feb 2011 07:03 AM PST

When we refer to our home, we do not think so much of space, how much furniture we have or at what floor do we stay.

The most important thing is how happy we are here and how well we feel at home. Home means family, moments of happiness, warm and calm atmosphere and a peaceful place.The designers who realized this apartment thought of the same spiritual elements combined with contemporary aspects of modern life.It is an apartment situated in an attic, a place that inspires you privacy and peace. Although we speak about a small space the white walls and simple design create the illusion of a large space.

The skylights and the light color of furniture contribute also to the idea of large space, creating a bright atmosphere. Everything is full of light and arranged in a simple way so that it is a created the illusion of a spacey, warm and bright place.

Mysterious La Luna Table by Liane Yaroslavsky

Posted: 21 Feb 2011 06:36 AM PST

Celestial bodies enjoy our sights every night no matter if it is about stars or moon .A starry sky has always created a special and romantic atmosphere.

Moon is the one that dominates the sky and looks like a beautiful lantern. It has four different shapes and this thing generates various intensities of its brightness. Sometimes it is semicircular, other times is spherical. People even believe that its shapes influence their existence or some other things around them such as: their sleep, the way a plant can grow or animals' behavior.

Liane Yaroslavsky was inspired by the spherical shape of the moon and designed La Luna Table.It is a glass table that includes in its centre the spherical moon that seems to be made of stone.

This type of table creates the same mysterious atmosphere as the real moon, its "moon" imitate the structure, shape and obscure color of that on the sky.

Apartment decorating ideas budget

Posted: 21 Feb 2011 05:27 AM PST

Are you tight on budget? Do you wish to decorate your apartment nicely? Well, if yes, please read further.Renting an apartment and then decorating it on a budget, is challenging financially as well as creatively. One has to plan the allocation of funds wisely and spend for the right purpose. Here are certain useful ideas for decorating the apartment on budget –

Paint – Painting has always been one of the most effective ways to decorate an apartment. The raw material as well as the labor is not very expensive. In addition, it does not consume much of time also. You may also handle the painting project all by yourself and make further savings. Keep in mind that paint is one of the most versatile decorating ideas and the outcome depends on your creativity. Play with different colors and try to mix different hues from different families. For large bedrooms, stick to conservative colors with contrast color for accents.

Stay Simple – Instead of using your limited money to purchase several inexpensive items of décor, select few good quality pieces that can work together. By this way, clutter will be avoided, and pieces will stand out and attract attention. For instance, a vintage movie poster along with an antique typewriter can be used to create an old world ambience. You may club this with dull color hues.

Combine display and storage – Visual appeal can easily be created in a room without purchasing expensive items. For this, you need to make provision of storage in display. For instance, instead of storing pans and pots in the cabinet, hang them on a nice hook. Decorative pots can be used to store cutlery and knives in the kitchen and pens and pencils on the study table.

Art work – Hanging art work on the wall is the easiest way to breathe in life to a dull room. The art work can be anything. You may hang paintings, posters, photographs and more. In the study room, you may frame a world map or just a statics graph and hang it. A collage of old childhood pictures along with recent pictures looks good in the living room as well in the bedroom. An old license plate can also be used to create a bright wall hanging as the focal point of a room. Basically, leave your creativity loose and select items that can be used as an artwork.{apartment listed here}

Kitchen decorating ideas budget

Posted: 21 Feb 2011 03:14 AM PST

The kitchen is one of the most intriguing parts of a house and thus decorating it nicely and exquisitely is utmost important. Most of the individuals tend to believe that kitchen decoration is a highly expensive process. Well, the statement cannot be denied, as kitchen can be well decorated by purchasing expensive appliances and décor elements. However, the kitchen can also be well decorated on a budget. By using your creativity, decorative skills and using existing elements, a new look can easily be imparted to the kitchen.

Here are some efficient budgeted ideas to decorate the kitchen –

Cabinets – The easiest way to update the kitchen cabinets is to paint them. Creamy white or sand ochre cabinetry shall open up the area and make the kitchen appear airy and bright. A Zen look can be created by painting the cabinets in green or taupe color. If your kitchen features a number of cabinets, then you may play with two colors. The top cabinets can be painted in one color, and the bottom cabinets can be painted in some other color. Different area cabinets may also be painted in different colors. Nowadays, the latest trend in kitchen design is open shelves. So you may remove the doors of the kitchen and paint the interiors of the cabinet in a bright color.

Lighting – Lighting is another cost effective way to decorate the kitchen with a strict budget. Replace the old lighting fixtures with new ones. Consider buying a number of fixtures for different areas of the kitchen. For the kitchen island, you may purchase a pendant light and for the cabinets, you may purchase focus lights. In addition, if you do not wish to change the light fixtures then simply change the bulb or light tube. The latest in lighting bulbs is LED bulbs and tubes. LED bulbs and tubes are energy efficient and shall make the kitchen appear bright.

Kitchen Accessories – Kitchen accessories are key items to decorate the kitchen in an irresistible manner. Stainless steel shelves may be installed under the cabinets to store jars, containers and spices. Small pans and pots may be hanged on decorative hooks. This shall free up space on the shelves and also add to the decoration of the kitchen. Other accessories that can be used to decorate the kitchen are coffee mugs, copper racks, candles, recipe books, pictures of fruits and vegetables and more.

The Comfortable Luxury Cove Daybed

Posted: 21 Feb 2011 12:52 AM PST

It is a nice weather outside and you think of spending a relaxing afternoon with some friends .Usually, when you are outdoor and think of relaxing things, you can imagine: a lounge, a rocking chair, a hammock. What do you think of a daybed where seven people can be seated?

This is The Comfortable Luxury Cove Daybed which can be perfect for your nice, relaxing afternoon. It can accommodate up to seven people. So, it is even better. It is composed of a strong resin weave and is woven onto the powder coated aluminum frame.You can enjoy its comfort and spend a nice afternoon with your friends.The sense of humor should not be excluded from this relaxing atmosphere. You and your friends can enjoy funny conversations and time will fly away so quickly that you will not be able even to feel it.
Posted by Home Designer at 11:05 AM

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