Top metal accessories

Monday, May 10th, 2010
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Contemporary metal artwork is designed to be functional and eye catching, but on the other hand - to give a feeling of the artistic freedom and enhance the individual character of interior.  If you are looking for the appropriate metal accessories for your room, first consider that it should work with the general style of the house or flat.

Folding wall
It is perfect gadget for the bedroom (not only for changing clothes) that lets you to divide the room space in a non-intrusive way, create small private spaces where you won’t be disturbed, cover the personal corners from your guests in an elegant way, and make the unique mood.

This item, made of metal, shaped smoothly, decorated with light tissues, is essential element of inter alia: art deco, cottage, classical and zen interior design. Folding wall is very practical: flexible and completely stable even if you stretch it into a horizontal line. Main advantage of the folding wall is that it can be easily replaced and hidden, dependently of your needs. (more…)

Interior design trends 2010

Friday, April 30th, 2010
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Sophisticated details, exotic cultures influence and optimistic, rejuvenated mix of intensive colors – these are the general trends of the current season.

Color

When you wish to refresh your flat or house, you can choose one of many new styles. What marks out in this season is extended palette of colors. After  the domination of minimalism, gray and beige colors for last years, it is time for saturated tones. Universal black and white are still trendy, but new tones (purple, raspberry) and  refreshing compositions like: orange-green or red-rouge, are in. Very important are graphic elements. Stylists say, that in a „crisis-dominated” world, colors of our walls, couches, pillows, lamps and accessories become an important, optimistic accent in our life.

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Bedroom in style

Thursday, April 29th, 2010
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It is assumed that the harmony of interior comes from the perfect symmetry. To solve this stereotype and gain interesting style of the bedroom, follow your individual taste and use the fresh ideas of modern interior design:

  1. Four-poster bed: this item is recommended particularly in studio-type flat. Very attractive and are constructions with chrome frames. Colors and style of the curtains can be easily exchanged, according to actual bedroom style and your mood.

  2. Bedroom closets: efficient bedroom storage is essential to arrange a space that both: lets you rest and inspires you to meet the challenges of each new day.

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Industrial design

Thursday, April 15th, 2010
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The main elements of industrial trend in architecture and interior design are: metal decorations, simplicity, minimalism and free compositions of modern technology and materials. The crucial rule in interior is pursuit of open space, without any divisions.

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Glass interior decorations

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010
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Glass can be used in interior design to brighten up rooms. It is also perfect material for modeling the shape of the space. The subtle features of glass work perfectly in combination with all of other materials, such as wood or metal. Moreover, it is very practical and easy in cleaning. When you choose the color, texture, an appropriate form of glass, suitable to your style, you can create the unique space character and enhance its atmosphere. It is worth to notice that glass is long-lived material. Unlike wallpapers or courtains, glass decorations are durable and expensive so its location, colors and forms should be carefully considered and discussed with an expert – interior designer. What should be considered? (more…)

How to arrange a perfect room for children?

Thursday, February 18th, 2010
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There is no doubt that room for children should be aesthetic, safe and comfortable. Our children are creative so do not need much to have fun and make up new activities. While arranging room for them, we should manage the space appropriately to help their creativity. Sometimes the most easy solutions are the best. Propositions presented below may be useful and inspiring. (more…)

Expressing Yourself with Furniture

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009
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Your home not only serves as a place for guest, but shows your personality. People will get an idea of what you’re like from your home. It can even influence your mood. If your home doesn’t reflect who you are, you may not feel as comfortable or as cheerful in it as you should.

Choosing the right furniture is the best way to ensure your home sends out the right message, both to you and your guests. These key pieces of furniture say the most about who you are and can be altered to fit your likes.

1. Master Bed

You spend a lot of time in your bed, even if it’s just for sleep. Choosing a color that makes you feel safe and relaxed will help you get a better sleep. You should also choose a bed frame that reflects your personality. If you like control and order, opt for straight angles or a simple frame. Creative people may prefer curves and intricate designs.

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Matching Chairs and Tables

Sunday, October 25th, 2009
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Chairs and tables are key pieces of furniture in a room. They are versatile and can be as plain or as stylish as the decorator wants. Mismatched chairs and tables can throw off the design of a room, however, and great care should be taken to ensure that both function well together.

Contrary to what you might think, the chairs do not have to be identical to the table. Many times a homeowner will buy the table first and purchase the chairs later. It does help if all the chairs match each other, though if they use the same colors and shape you can get away with slightly different designs.

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Creating Minimalist Styles with Contemporary Furniture

Friday, October 23rd, 2009
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Contemporary furniture compliments the minimalist style very well. They are both interested in taking the world of design in a new direction, and they play well off each other. No matter whether your style is strictly minimalistic or only has touches of minimalist style mixed in, contemporary furniture offers choices that fit all these styles and everything in between.

As with any design project, you should start with the furniture. Consider what each piece will be used for and narrow your selection down to the pieces that will work the best for you. In your kitchen, for example, you may need two tables or you may that find only one will suffice.

Contemporary furniture can be simple with smooth textures and solid colors. An excellent table choice might consist of a solid glass top with a large, black column as the only support underneath. It is a powerful image without ever using any detailing or extravagant decorations.

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Choosing Mirrors: Framed or Unframed

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009
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Mirrors are a popular accessory for the home and the office. When choosing a mirror there are a variety of options, from what shape to what size to get. Another important choice is whether your mirror should have a frame or not. Some mirrors have quite elaborate frames while others have no frame surrounding them at all.

Before comparing mirrors, take another look at the room where the mirror will hang. How complex is the room? Is it full of elaborate designs or does it follow a more minimalistic style and use simple patterns? This will be important to keep in mind when choosing your mirror.

Those who want a simplistic design should look for a smooth mirror with either a simple frame or no frame at all. Square and circular mirrors without frames are very simple and still add light to a room. A square mirror with a square black frame and few details will match a simple style without appearing too boring.

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