I heart this . . . Comfy Modern Living Room

I heart this comfortable and modern living room and you can easily see why. The space is relaxed and is filled with natural light, makes it warm, comfortable and cozy. The mix of chairs is brilliant with no two pieces being alike but each blend well with the others. The artsy design and lovely colors of the chairs is also note-worthy and makes this living room truly interesting. The floor lamp makes a functional and stylish addition to this already lovely living room. The presence of books and the lighting makes it really inviting to lounge around in this modern living room and read during lazy afternoons or silent nighttimes. I just love the fusion of colors, furniture pieces, décors and placement of each piece in this living room. This comfortable modern living room is just simply a feast to the eyes. (Click image to see larger view)

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Eye-catching Designer Rugs

Rugs can make or break the ambiance and design of a room. Rugs are also used as a home ornament that may help enhance a boring and dull space. It also adds coziness and warmth as long as you know how to choose the right one for a specific space. Rugs come in different shapes, sizes, texture and color. They also come in different design styles and some even represent a culture. We don’t just buy rugs to protect our floors we buy them based on their style, size, quality and durability. And of course we buy them to add beauty and a certain touch of elegance to a particular space. It is advisable to choose a rug that will compliment the dominant color of the space where it will be installed and displayed. I personally love contemporary and modern rugs because of their fresh design styles and their plush and luxurious quality. I totally have a great fondness for Designer Rugs because you can be assured not only of their artistic design and value but also of the rug’s craftsmanship, high quality, and durability.

Below are some eye-catching designer rugs from inmod that will definitely add character and style to your home. They are from some of the most inspirational names in modern textiles and interior design including Angela Adams, Karim Rashid, Patrick Norguet and Verner Panton. Click on the images for larger view.

An Awe-inspiring Residence

There are many factors that affect and help create an awe-inspiring room much more an awe-inspiring residence. Each room and space in the house should blend together in terms of design style, colors used, textiles and textures applied, and even the lighting function and style to be used. This awe-inspiring Aspen Residence created and designed by Emily Summers Design Associates succeeds in blending all necessary factors and features of each room and space to create one remarkable abode. The use of whites and neutrals are all over the house, the use of wood to add warmth and coziness are brilliant especially the big wooden beams that looks so quaint and charming, the eye-catching lighting fixtures used and the amount of natural light allowed to come in the living room, and the orderliness and clean lines employed in each room made this Aspen Residence look so stunning and stylish yet comfortable and very appealing.

One Cool Cocoon Hammock

I so love hammocks…even by just looking at them, I feel relaxed already. My mind would transport me to a perfect place of vacation and in some private islands in the Caribbean. Hammocks just have that kind of effect on me. We have one when me my brother are growing up and now that I have my own child, we have one for him too. I love the feel of the wind on my face when I’m on a hammock and seeing how my son relaxes on his, I know that he will still remember this same feeling even when he grows up. So you can just imagine my reaction when I saw this very cool Cocoon Hammock with Terrace Base from Henry Hall Designs. It is just fantabulous …and looks real durable and strong too. I just have to feature this wonderfully designed hammock which you can easily assemble outdoors and bring in your family vacations or even just outside your house, in the garden or in the poolside. This cool cocoon hammock will definitely be a hit among your family members and friends.

Fabulous Bedroom Design Ideas

A Bedroom is a personal haven and retreat. It is very important that a bedroom be a place of comfort, warmth and tranquility. And at the same time reflects the personality and interests of the dweller/s. Since a bedroom is place of rest and comfort, it should also be as functional as possible. Choosing the dominant color of the bedroom, the right bed, window treatments to use and even picking the appropriate carpet and bedroom accessories are just some of the things one must take into consideration in creating and designing a beautiful and functional bedroom. However, for some people having a beautiful and functional bedroom is not enough, some people want their bedroom to be extraordinary, stylish and interesting. They want their bedroom to be a room that makes a statement of their own unique personality.

Here are some interesting bedroom design ideas to inspire and motivate you to create stylish and interesting bedrooms of your own.

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I heart this . . . brilliant Wall Design Idea

I heart this brilliant wall design idea from Interior Designer Scott Sanders. We are so used to seeing walls decorated with framed pictures, mirrors, paintings, and other artworks. But this wall was filled with very artistic and colorful album covers some of which I recognize are from the 80’s and 90’s which are probably owned by the dwellers of this abode. What a wonderful way to give life to a dull wall and at the same time putting the personality and interests of the owners. The simple red wall shelves give a distinctive line and balance but do not take the attention away from the display of album covers which is the main focus of attention in this particular space. The addition of a table with a music player is also very appropriate. The red and white lamp is a gorgeous addition to this lively space and the light it emits makes the space feel cozy and warm. The little vases, the plant, the framed picture on the table and even the decorative transparent round items below the table all add to make this wall design idea brilliant.

Small Bathrooms

The bathroom is one of the most important spaces of any home and having a nice and lovely one should be any homeowner’s goal. Designing a bathroom can be a challenging and a demanding task especially if you are working with only a small amount of space. Having a small space to use for a bathroom should not compromise your creating a bathroom that is both functional and pleasing. No matter how small the space that is available, it should be able to contain the most basic bathroom fixtures. There are some techniques and tricks in designing a small space bathroom. Use mirrors to give your small bathroom the illusion of being spacious but do not overdo it. One mirror is enough in a small space bathroom and if you feel that you can put more than one mirror because the space can still accommodate it, just stop yourself from adding it. Instead stick to using just one mirror but make it bigger. Another thing that will help you make your bathroom look more spacious is the proper use of lighting. Adding a light just before the door of the bathroom will add brightness and spaciousness to your bathroom. Installing a bathtub in a small bathroom can be done provided that the space would not be too cramped if you do so. It is always wise to choose standard sized toilet bowls and sinks, but choose the new designs and smaller ones as they are also known to conserve water. You can also add a small window in the upper portion of your bathroom to allow natural light and air to come in thus making it more cozy and breathable. Use light paints for your walls as they tend to make the space seem larger. The color white, beige, yellow, light blue and light green are some of the most commonly used colors for a bathroom. It is better to use bigger and light colored tiles and choose plain and simple designs. Lastly, it is best that you have enough storage space installed in your bathroom where you can put your towels, bath supplies and your other bathroom essentials. A clean and orderly bathroom is always better. Always remember that space is not a deterrent for you to create a bathroom that offers style, functionality, and practicality.

Below are some small bathroom design ideas that will hopefully inspire you to give style and functionality to your bathrooms.

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Eco-friendly Embossed Wall Flats for your Walls

Bored with your flat walls? Need to liven up a dull space? Or just simply need to create an elegant and stylish space? Try using Inhabit’s Embossed Wall Flats which are designed to expand in any direction with an automatic pattern repeat. These are embossed wall tiles made from bamboo pulp, one of the world’s most renewable resources. It is voted Eco-friendly Product of the Year by Interior Design Magazine. These wall flat tiles are very versatile, you can paint them or mix and match patterns to suit your designing needs and wants. Create modern and elegant spaces in your home that will surely get the attention of your friends and guests with Inhabit’s eco-friendly embossed wall flats.

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