Homedit.com Interior Design & Architecture Inspiration Newsletter

Sparkling and Colorful DIY Hot Air Balloons Christmas Ornaments
Avant-Garde Shine Store in Hong Kong
Easy DIY Vintage Paper Wreath
The creative Bertoia diamond chair
The New Drop Light Lamp Concept
The minimalist Clubber recliner sofa bed by Per Weiss
Kate Thornley-Hall’s century-old log ski cabin in Collingwood, Ont
Awesome Christmas tree ornaments that add charm to your home
Fresh Southport home decorated by Lynn Morgan
The elegant Gio Marble Washbasin top by Studio 63

Sparkling and Colorful DIY Hot Air Balloons Christmas Ornaments

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 10:28 AM PST

I come from a family that is in love with planes, parachutes and things that can give you wings and feel the touch of high sky. I remember how much I loved my first flight by plane. I was preparing myself to visit Sweden as an exchange of experience between Romanian and Swedish schools. It was a fantastic experience which had marked my whole existence and made me become a different person.

As I love all the flying devices the hot air balloons are also among them. Their lovely design and the experience that can offer you it must be fantastic. I have never had the chance to travel by them but who knows maybe one day I will succeed.

Meanwhile I dress up my Christmas tree with some wonderful DIY Hot Air Balloons Christmas Ornaments. Some small paper baskets that can be attached to the Christmas balls using some string are all the necessary materials for this lovely project. It is a way to express my passion for flying objects and a nice occasion to create an original Christmas tree with non traditional Christmas ornaments. If you are interested in this DIY project now you have the opportunity to transform your Christmas ball in some sparkling and colorful hot air balloons Christmas ornaments.{found on thecheesethief}

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Avant-Garde Shine Store in Hong Kong

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 09:59 AM PST

Shine is one of Hong Kong’s most renowned high and multi-brand fashion stores, known for bringing pioneering foreign brands to the trend conscious locals. Located in Causway Bay and designed by architect Nelson Chow, this impressive store is a true statement of beauty and style.

The owner had one demand and this was to create a design that would reinforce the company’s identity as an avant-garde and experimental fashion store. In order to do so the architect used a bold, contrasting black and white palette, interesting lighting features and unique merchandise display units. Inspired by the shape of a star, the shop has the ceiling covered with a high gloss white and coated the surrounding walls with all black.

Equipped with three display platforms and suspended mannequins, the entrance gallery acts as an extension of the window displays. The architect created interesting architectural highlights consisting of a tall asymmetrical room with a pivoted, angled ceiling, a suspended staircase and a series of white cables at the ceiling of the main space.

Shine is a contemporary and avant-garde fashion shop. Designed to be the perfect juxtaposition of bold and edgy, this stunning store is a reflection of the fashion retailer.

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Easy DIY Vintage Paper Wreath

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 08:20 AM PST

This time of the year reminds me a lot of my beautiful moments of childhood. I remember the time when I was with my brother and mother around the Christmas tree and try to dress it up with all sorts of sparkling decorations. Perhaps the most beautiful moments were when I was creating something on my own made of paper, cardboard or other materials and brought so much satisfaction and happiness at the end. These DIY projects were easy to be done and could fill our free time with something useful and funny.

The next DIY project is similar and you will discover the joy of creating original and beautiful things just using your hands and imagination. It is a lovely DIY Vintage Paper Wreath which you can hang everywhere you want. for this easy DIY project you will need some materials like: some sheet music or pages of an old song book, a glue stick or some masking tape, a cardboard circle, a ribbon, some hot glue, a medallion or decoration, some glitter glue and a ruffle.

First you need to do between 15 and 20 cones that you have to glue them on a cardboard circle. On the cardboard draw a belly button in the middle and cut a slit for the ribbon hanger. Then you need to create a center medallion or decoration, add some glitter glue and a ruffle and you have finished!{found on mitziscollectibles}

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The creative Bertoia diamond chair

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 07:56 AM PST

Today we decided to show you a very interesting chair called Bertoia. It was designed by Harry Bertoia from where it also gets the name. You might be surprised to find out that this chair was designed back in 1952. Still, it looks surprisingly modern. It has a very simple and even minimalistic design, just the type of design we expect to see in contemporary furniture.

The Bertoia diamond chair was a 1950 experiment that was created by bending metal rods and turning them into practical art. The chair has a very simple design and a diamond-shaped form. Harry Bertoia actually created a more complex collection that also includes this chic chair. The diamond chair is an innovative and eye-catching piece of furniture that is also extremely comfortable. Combining looks with comfort and functionality is not as easy as it sounds.

The Bertoia diamond chair is currently manufactured in the USA by Knoll. It has a delicate appearance but, in the same time it’s also strong and durable. It would be fair to say that this chair resembles a sculpture. It’s a classic but modern piece of furniture that measures 33.5″ w | 28.25″ d | 30″ h | seat: 16.5″ h. The Bertoia collection has been in cntinuous production since 1952, clear proof that this was a very successful design that passed the stage of experiment.

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The New Drop Light Lamp Concept

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 07:15 AM PST

This is Drop Light. It’s a very creative and intriguing new concept. This unique lighting fixture offers complete freedom and it allows you to use it in a variety of different ways and for different purposes. Drop Light is cordless, heatless and limitless. It’s definitely something new and innovative in this field. That’s what makes it so special and alluring.

Drop Light basically consists of rechargeable lights or drops that can be used either as a pendant or lamp or individually. This means you can place them anywhere in your home and you can combine them in any way you want. You also have the option of adjusting their intensity and this way you can easily change the mood in the room to a more romantic one for example. Use them in your living room, in the bedroom as a reading lamp, in your baby’s room, on the dining room table or in case of emergencies.

Drop Light is an extremely versatile item and it has a large variety of uses. It’s also very simple and attractive. The fact that it’s heatless makes them great for families with children. You can basically use these little lamps anywhere. The power consumption of these cute lamps is max 30 W and a drop measures 70 x 70 x 150 ~ 200 (W x D x H) mm. The flower base measures 365 x 1200 x 2000 ( W x D x H) mm. Each drop weights 300 g while the flower base weights only 35 g.

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The minimalist Clubber recliner sofa bed by Per Weiss

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 06:14 AM PST

In another one of our articles we’re presented you the Chesterfield Sofa Bed, an elegant and modern piece of furniture designed by Per Weiss. Now we’re back with another one of this designer’s creations. It’s also a sofa bed and it has some similar features to the Chesterfield design but it’s clearly different and unique.

This is the Clubber recliner sofa bed. It was designed by Per Weiss in 2009 so it has been created previously to the other model presented. It features a classic design with a contemporary look. It’s a minimalist piece of furniture with very soft and comfortable upholstery. It also features a light and sophisticated leg construction. It has a metal frame, very light and sleek but also very strong and durable. Also, optional wooden armrests are available.

The Clubber sofa bed is upholstered with pocket spring and its back rest can be adjusted in order to achieve a new level of comfort. You can also adjust it from sofa to bed with a simple click. It’s so easy and simple. This lovely piece of furniture is available in grey if you opt for textile upholstery or in white or black leather if you choose leather. Any one of these variants is unique and equally elegant and stylish. It would look great in the living room with a matching simple décor.

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Kate Thornley-Hall’s century-old log ski cabin in Collingwood, Ont

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 05:25 AM PST

Cabins are very charming, especially during the winter season. They’re not as luxurious as a hotel or a large mansion, but there’s something special about them that makes them unique. It’s not uncommon for people to want to leave the comfort and warmth of their apartment or house and to go spend the holidays in a small cabin.

Even though the space is limited, cabins are very inviting. This is a very lovely cabin that was designed by Kate Thornley-Hall. It’s a sort of rural cottage and it has already been decorated for the holidays. There’s a lovely wreath on the door as a sing that guests are welcomed for the holidays. When seen from the street, the first impression about this cute cabin is very good. I’m sure that the interior further enhances this impression. It seems to be a very inviting and cozy little cottage. I imagine it might also be a cozy fireplace inside.

The cabin has a fresh and modern look, even though it’s hard to tell since cabins usually look all the same. Still, this one distinguishes itself by the new cedar dormer that make the exterior seem very appealing. It also has lovely shutters that have been painted robin’s egg blue. The classic wreaths that have been used to decorate it also contribute to the cozyness and to the fresh festive look of this charming cabin.{found on houseandhome}

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Awesome Christmas tree ornaments that add charm to your home

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 04:43 AM PST

With Christmas just a few weeks away, you must be running around making the most of last minute shopping for the decorations for the Christmas tree. In this article, we shall see seven of the most beautiful ornaments to beautify your Christmas tree and sure leave every visitor to your house dumbstruck and dazed with awe.

The sparkly snowflake suits just every Christmas tree and gives an effect of subtle snowflakes falling. This glittering jewel is sure a masterpiece and adds beauty to already beautiful Christmas tree.For 9 euros.

No tree is complete without hanging balls. So is the case with the kissing balls. These red glass balls add that romantic touch to your Christmas tree and make even the prettiest of jewels look secondary in front of them. These kissing balls can also be hung as a decorative piece from the doors and walls.For 6.24 euros.

To add a gold touch to your festivity are the amazing gold ornaments which can either be used as showpieces or used to beautify the tree. They sure add a Midas touch to all your other decorative items adorning the Christmas tree.For 3 .93 euros.

A Christmas tree without a star on the top is incomplete. The star tree topper adds that icing to the beautiful Christmas tree. The star shines in all glory signifying the happiness being spread all around and being blessed by the angels from above.For 3.89 euros.

The cracked glass bulbs are another masterpiece in true Victorian style and can be used to decorate the Christmas tree or mantel.Available here.

To be in touch with nature there is this mercury glass dove, which can sit perfectly on any Christmas tree and chirp away happily. This piece looks very real and a must buy ornament for any house. Make use of these fabulous decorative pieces and make this Christmas a beautiful one.For 9.03 euros.

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Fresh Southport home decorated by Lynn Morgan

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 03:01 AM PST

This beautiful place is a lovely home located in Southport, CT. It features a very fresh and airy interior and it seems like a very inviting home. The house was designed by Lynn Morgan and these beautiful photographs that you here have been taken by Laura Moss. I particularly like this home because it’s so inviting, fresh and airy and the atmosphere inside seems to be very casual but also very elegant at the same time.

The house has very large windows and this is a big factor when appreciating the interior. The almost floor-to-ceiling windows let lots of natural light get inside and this way the décor seems even more airy and open. Another important element is the white color that has been chosen for most of the walls. The shite walls and white ceilings also create the impression of large and airy spaces even when it’s not the case. In one corner of the living room there’s a lovely breakfast area. It sits right next to the windows and it includes a beautiful and very cozy bench, a table and some chairs.

I also like the furniture from this house. It’s so casual and yet so delicate and elegant. The colors also play an important role in this case. The designer used mostly pastel colors and several tones of blue and turquoise. I particularly like the shades of blue from some of the walls. They remind of those puffy clouds we sometimes see on the sky. Also, notice all the floral patterns from the chairs and some of the decorations such as the pillows from the living room sofa. Also, fresh flowers have been strategically placed all over the place.

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The elegant Gio Marble Washbasin top by Studio 63

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 01:49 AM PST

For those of you who like their kitchen to look elegant and stylish, we just found a very beautiful washbasin that we think you might like. It's called Gio and it's a very chic and delicate-looking marble washbasin.

The Gio washbasin was designed by Studio 63 and it's part of the EX.T. Collection. It's a very elegant and stylish piece and it would beautiful in a matching bathroom. It's made of marble and it features a delicate round shape. The Gio washbasin has a minimalist design and another element that I really like about it is that it has a matte finish. This really brings out the beauty of the washbasin without being eye0catching in any way.

The Gio washbasin comes with a console with chrome or white varnished towel rail. The top is available in fine polished marble, polished stone or in white lacquered wood. The overall dimensions of this product are 140 x 50 x 2 cm. It's made of polished marble, polished stone, white lacquered MDF and it also comes in several different colors such as Calacatta, black marquina, Rebecca or mou. It's a minimalist and contemporary washbasin and it would beautifully complement any modern bathroom. Its delicate shape and clear lines make this piece versatile and great for a variety of different decors.

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