Awesome Paintable Wallpapers

These awesome paintable wallpapers are the perfect solution to problem walls. It can hide away all unsightly problems in your walls. It covers cracks, paneling, and even cinderblock. And it is not only good for problem walls. It can also be used to beautify your dull walls or just create a new design and feel on any space in your home. And the best part of it is that it is paintable, you can paint it with colors that will suit your home interior design and it comes with a variety of effects and designs. It adds texture and feel on the surface of your walls that are otherwise missing on ordinary wallcoverings. These Graham and Brown Paintables are also durable and it has elegant style and effects that will no doubt fit in any wall or ceiling you wish to cover. I personally like the Victorian Effect which is patterned after traditional tin ceilings and perfect for older Victorian and colonial homes and the Stucco Effect which really makes your walls have the lovely stucco walls surface which really looks thicker but without the cost and commitment of having real ones.

Lance Armstrong’s Austin Abode

Retired American Professional Cyclist Lance Armstrong opens up his Austin Abode which is featured in the July 2008 issue of Architectural Digest. And it looks so good. Lance who broke records when he won the Tour de France seven consecutive times lives in a warm and restful Spanish colonial-style house. Lance has a very talented and skillful team behind him to create his welcoming Texas abode, the Interiors of the house was done by Roy W. Materanek of RWM Design, Renovation Architecture by Ryan Street & Associates and Landscape Architecture by LandWest Design Group. I just adore his contemporary living room that exudes a cheery and comfortable feeling with the use of reds and woods. The artworks and chandeliers are also very eye-catching. The spacious media/game room which displays his Jerseys from his Tour de France days and the pool cabana that looks down a walk framed by cypresses are just some of the many stunning spaces in this marvelously designed home. And I really, really love the kitchen, which displays some family photos which is quite rare in kitchens but adds a very warm touch to this already lovely room.

Lance Armstrong, from his Architectural Digest Interview:

“When I walk into that house, I heave a sigh of relief: I am home. I take off my shoes, walk around barefoot, just feeling the rugs, floors. Home is very private; here, nobody’s going to mess with me.”

“When their mom and I split, the kids and I moved around a bunch. But that’s over. This time I said, ‘You will graduate from high school in this house. I promise. Dad’s not moving again.’ ”

Making your Home Beautiful and Green

Sustainable Designing or Green Design or Eco-Design is getting more and more popular these days. Many people would like to have very attractive surroundings and spaces but at the same time they would want it to be environment friendly. People are getting conscious of their environment because of the global environment crisis going on. Sustainable designers use organic materials and products, eco-friendly techniques and furnishings, thereby lessening the use of products harmful to the environment. Applying such techniques not only saves energy but also money. Dennis Design Group is one architectural firm based in the US that is known for implementing Green/Sustainable design principles. The firm has been honored with the Greenopia Award for being one of the most eco-friendly businesses. Their portfolio is full of beautiful and lovely spaces. A plant or flower in their spaces is common, and each room is a haven filled with comfortable furnishings and beautiful decors arranged in such a pleasing manner and design.

Make a Style Statement with Floor Lamps

Floor Lamps can add style and elegance to any living room, bedroom, lounge room, family room or study room. Aside from its function to provide lighting, floor Lamps can accentuate a design style of a room or space. They brighten up a corner or space and at the same time beautify the entire room. Floor lamps come in different design styles, shapes, and colors. However, because of the many variety of floor lamps in the market right now, most of us find it hard to choose what we really like and what would fit in our rooms. I love floor lamps and I would definitely have a hard time choosing just one from these finds I just saw from Home Decorations.

Oyster Bay Wisteria Floor Lamp

Enjoy the Elegance of Stained Glass Lighting with the Wisteria Design.
Wisteria design recreates the visual impact of its floral namesake with a multitude of bright stained glass petals.

Remy Floor Lamps

This floor lamp features a smoked bronze finish and has a taupe stitched drum side. This floor lamp is perfect for your contemporary, modern or transitional decor, the elegant sweeping curve of the base contrasts beautifully with the modern pattern of the shade.

Structure Pisces Floor Lamp

This contemporary floor lamp features a unique geometric base and a concave textured cinnamon fabric shade. You'll love the curving design of this piece.

Tripod Floor Lamp

The base of this unique lamp is quality crafted of metal and has a durable, brown, oil-rubbed finish. This Tripod Lamp features a cream fabric drum shade and a hi-lo switch. It is perfect for use as an elegant reading lamp or to light up the corner of any room.

1960 Curvy Accent Floor Lamp

Create a nostalgic look with this fun accent floor lamp! Three large, round opal shades cling to the curvy base for a great effect! This lamp is protected and enhanced by a lustrous finish.

Fiori Floor Lamp

With its flower-themed base and floral, cinnamon-colored paper shade, you'll be reminded of a garden when you own this lamp. It gives a Victorian touch to any space.

Capri Floor Lamp

For a more modern decor or transitional style, this floor lamp fits perfectly. This lamp features an oil-rubbed bronze base with lit-from behind shell accents. the cream rectangular shade adds the finishing touch.

Ellipse Floor Lamp

The soft, romantic glow of this lamp makes any space feel warm and inviting. You will love its unique elliptical shape. Its natural fiber oval shade emits the perfect glow, and a popular bronze finish.

Planar One-Light Arc Floor Lamp

Add a bright new look with this attractive arc accent lamp. This stylish, contemporary floor lighting resembles an art sculpture and will make a dramatic statement in your home.

Structure Nile Floor Lamp

The swooping style of the base will add interest to your decor. A pair of this floor lamp will create a nice coordinated look. This contemporary table lamp features a unique geometric base and a concave cream stripe fabric shade.

Hand Carved Stone Tubs

These stone bathtubs would no doubt make any bathroom look so natural and classy at the same time. Each bathtub is carved from a single block of natural stone and carving is done by hand with calculated blows from a hammer and chisel. It is like having a work of art, a fine piece of sculpture right inside your bathroom. These natural stone bathtubs are from Stone Forest, a company that has created unparalleled hand-carved granite sculptures that combine the elegant simplicity of Japanese and contemporary design. These hand-carved stone tubs will definitely make your every bath activity cool and refreshing.

I heart this …artsy living space

I heart this artsy living space by Thom Filicia, the resident interior design specialist of the Emmy Award winning TV Show “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy”. I am smitten by the featured space above because it looks so elegant, fresh, and inviting. The artwork on the wall makes the space look bigger and extends one’s vision that adds dimension to this pleasant space. The interesting wood sculptural piece on the left is something else, it is an eye-catcher that could be a good conversational piece among your friends and guests. The other decors like the lovely lamp the high white vase and even the small flowers that are placed perfectly enhance the elegance of this space. And of course, the furniture, the sturdy looking round table and the beautifully designed chairs are just perfect to make anyone concentrate on whatever activity you wish to accomplish in this elegant and artsy living space.