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Designing a Modern Terrace With a Charm

December 14, 2018
Tracey Clayton
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The personality of every home is heavily influenced by its relationship with the exterior. And is there a better way to create indoor-outdoor connection than to turn your terrace into a place for real relaxation and pure enjoyment? If you decide to do this, you first have to get the design of your terrace right and make sure it stays in strong contact with the rest of your home. We have come up with 5 tips that are guaranteed to help. Make sure you check them all out.

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Use light for setting the scene

Right lighting options are always going to help you create a perfect setting for your terrace. Recessed floor lights are one of the most popular options today as they can make almost any space appear more inviting. But of course, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t also introduce a sconce or two to your terrace walls. No matter which lighting option you go for, make sure you use LED lights since these both last longer and use less energy than the standard incandescent ones.

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Add a protective roof

By adding a protective roof to your terrace, you’ll get a chance to embrace it all year long. As long as there is a comfy chair, you’ll be able to dine or read on your terrace, regardless of the weather conditions. Roofs made of glass or transparent plastic are usually the best choice, since they don’t block sunlight completely. Furthermore, a protective roof will also shield your terrace and all the furniture on it from excessive rainfalls and snowfalls.

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Use no more than three colors

Using too many colors on your terrace is hardly going to do you any good. In most of the cases, this will make your terrace look just too busy and cluttered. Therefore, you won’t need more than three colors in order to make your terrace as stylish as possible. Choose one focal color and two more that are going to accompany it. Ideally, this will be one color, accompanied by two neutral colors such as white, gray, and beige. When it comes to your focal color, orange, yellow, or blue are guaranteed to do the trick.

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Choose the right doors

With so many different door types available today, choosing the one that will complement your home’s architectural style can be quite difficult. Not only this, but you also have to find doors that will fit into the space nicely and won’t take up too much space. The perfect option for your terrace might be the stylish timber sliding doors that will allow you to let in as much air and natural light as you want.

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Create privacy

If you want your terrace to be a place where you can completely relax, you’ll also want to do whatever you can to create some privacy. Greenery is always a great solution, as there are plenty of potted plants that can provide you with some additional privacy. Installing reed or bamboo fencing can also be a great idea, but bear in mind that these will block your view almost entirely. And if you want to go for a different look, you can also a put up sheer curtains and create little den of your own.

Follow all of these tips and your terrace is guaranteed to look great. Once all the work is finished, you can finally take some time to relax on your new terrace and enjoy fresh air.

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Stunning Home Library Ideas for Your Book Collection

August 14, 2018
EmmaJ
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Being a passionate reader and spending all the money you have on books is one of the best ways of constantly expanding your knowledge and working on your imagination. It’s also a way of finding a world of fiction you can escape to once your own surroundings get too complicated. However, being a bookworm also means your home is probably packed with books and you have to find room for all of them. Creating a new home library is going to help you organize your books, display them and always know where they are. So, if you too are looking for library ideas for your home, here are a few tips that might help you.

 

A huge bookcase

All books deserve to be on a bookcase, and depending on the size of your collection, these bookcases can be bigger or smaller. If you’re serious about reading, you probably have hundreds or even thousands of books, which is why a huge wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling bookcase would be the best solution in the world. You can even do this on your own – that way, you’ll save a ton of money and personalize your bookcase at the same time, so this is definitely an idea worth exploring as soon as possible.

 

Proper lighting

When your book collection is large, it’s sometimes hard to know where a particular book is and finding it in the dark is virtually impossible. That’s why every home library needs to be illuminated properly, but this has to be done carefully in order not to ruin your books. This is especially important if your collection includes rare or antique books that were printed several decades ago as these don’t always react well to a strong light. Therefore, try to get as much natural light as possible – large windows and skylights might do the trick – or find alternative lighting options such as small lamps or string lights. In the end, don’t forget a fireplace: it’s going to give you more light and put you in the right mood for reading.

 

Proudly presenting

All of us have our favorite books and a few titles that we’re proud of owning – whether we’re talking about first editions or rare books that are hard to find, these are the parts of our library we’re most proud of. If you too have a couple of these books in your possession, it’s high time you created a special spot for them in your library. Give them a special treatment, shine some light onto them and you’ll make your guests curious and all your fellow book lovers jealous. Don’t be afraid to brag about your book collection, but proudly present it to the world!

 

Seating arrangement

Organizing your books is one part of the process, but a perfect library must include something else as well – proper seating options. Luckily, most avid readers are modest and usually need just a comfortable chair or a sofa that’s going to give them a chance to spend hours and hours reading. Another idea you might want to explore is a special kind of bench that’s already built into your library: it allows you to relax and have your favorite books within reach – and what more could you ask for? In the end, try to go a step further and create your own bookcase with a window seat so that you’re always surrounded by lots of natural light while reading. To make it more comfortable and stylish, add some plants to boost the aesthetics of the room.


Utilizing all the free space in your home is a must if you’re a big fan of reading and own lots of books, so you need to explore unusual options and take your home library to a whole new level. Once you do that, you’ll be ready pick a different book every single day and really enjoy your collection. Remember that making your own system when organizing books is essential because you need to know where every title is instead of wasting time looking for it.

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Designing the Ultimate Video Game Rooms

August 10, 2018
Lucas Bergman
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An essential and very important part of your overall gaming experience is the space you spend your time in. Creating a comfortable, unique, exciting and relaxing environment at the same time can be a difficult and demanding task, but it’s a must when we are talking about video game rooms.

The Space

Choosing the right space in your home to set up a game room in is one of the most important things you’ll need to consider, as dimensions and the shape of a room will have a big impact on your options and limitations while creating the game room of your dreams. Basements and attics are the most popular locations that people choose, thanks to their functionality, privacy and seclusion, sound insulation and usually a large space.

Comfort

Comfort is a priority! As you and your guests will spend a lot of time in this space, sometimes even a whole night, comfort is of curtail importance. Forget about the edge of a bed, wooden chairs or stools as a sitting option, stretching your budget and investing in special ergonomically created PC chairs with lumbar support, lazy bags or cosy sofa will not be a mistake. Additional comfort can be provided with memory foam cushions or gaming keyboards created especially for usage for a long period of time.

Hardware

The general idea and main point of every game room is entertainment, and when we are talking about video games there is a big industry devoted just to consoles running them. Investing in the most modern and performance-wise most quality consoles is pretty important, as they will be the focal point of your room and the reason you and your friends got together in the first place. Of course, placing a big screen TV with surround sound system will serve as an extension to your console and complete the gaming experience. As most of the video games have no actual usage without the internet, a strong and fast connection is required. But why stop there? Depending on the space of the room and your budget, you can add other cool sources of entertainment like pinball and arcade machines, ping pong table, darts, a poker table or even a pool.

Decoration

You can additionally emphasize the atmosphere and overall experience of your gaming room by decorating it in a carefully chosen theme. Having your walls painted with a popular game, space craft, military vehicle or a fantasy movie imagery would do the job. Showcasing collectables and memorabilia and providing your room with quirky furniture is a great idea as well.

Cool items

Equip your space with cool and very useful items like especially made gaming router that will provide a much needed strong and reliable connection, convenient CD storage where you can showcase all your games, a cable organizer which is essential in rooms with this number of electronic devices and a smart remote that will control everything from the air conditioner to the TV and sound system. Installing a sound shaker in chairs and sofa that vibrates according to the sound will have a strong, impressive and unique effect as well.

Having this kind of a room with no mini fridge and some storage for all your refreshments and snacks is a sin, as game nights are unthinkable without them. More than often, the mini fridge will be the most important part of equipment in your gaming room.

Air conditioner

Having a room full of people with this number of electronic devices running can sometimes lead to unbearable heat, and as mentioned before, comfort is a priority. You need a cool environment to fully enjoy the atmosphere of your gaming room. Installing an air conditioner is essential as it will protect your hardware from overheating as well, and as these devices are usually pretty expensive you would want to avoid damaging them.

Lighting

Equipping the space with controllable LED color lights is a great idea, since this trick can transform your whole room with a click of a button or a scroll of a wheel. It’s impressive how lighting can affect the whole atmosphere and be transcendent to the mood.  

 

 

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Drapery 101: Using Curtains and Draperies in Your Home

June 26, 2018
cooper klein
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Embellishing your windows can be the perfect opportunity for elevating your home décor. While an intricate design can create a whimsical effect, lush materials can add a subtle touch of opulence to your space. However, there’s more to curtains and draperies than meets the eye. From just the right length and the perfect position to a carefully chosen design and style, even the slightest detail can make a difference when it comes to their appeal.

Know your curtains from your drapes 

Although most people consider curtains and drapes to be synonymous, there’s actually a slight difference between the two. Curtains are typically made of a light material and they come in different lengths, widths and designs. They are quite popular, affordable and versatile, so they can be implemented in any room. Drapes, on the other hand, have a more formal look, which is why they are typically used in living rooms and dining rooms. They are floor-length, made of heavier materials and typically lined, unlike curtains. Since they are made of heavy fabrics, they can also be used in bedrooms to block out the light. Although this might seem like an irrelevant difference, it actually affects the general look you want to create.

Position them perfectly 

The position of your curtains or drapes will also create a specific effect. For instance, drapes should be placed as high as possible because they make your windows seem larger and the ceiling higher. In addition, when you go with a lengthy design, drapes can puddle on the floor and give your room opulent appeal. As for curtains, you can place them a bit wider than the frame, leaving the centre exposed. This is a great solution for narrow windows because this will make them seem wider. You should take some time to try out different positions and find out what works for your space.

Use length for a unique effect 

Experimenting with the length of your window treatments is another stylish way to create a certain ambience in your home. For instance, if you want to create a casual, relaxed look, you should go with curtains to the bottom of the window trim or the sill. This is a practical solution for kitchens that can create a homey vibe. If you want to give your home a formal, high-style look, lush drapes that touch the floor are the way to go. Drapes that pool on the floor are a perfect way for creating an ambience of elegance and romance in your space. However, make sure to avoid drapes with the length to the top of the floor moulding because they will seem simply awkward.

Mind the material and texture 

Curtains and drapes provide you with an opportunity to introduce layers of beautiful materials to your home, bringing their texture into focus. Sumptuous fabrics such as silk and velvet can add a touch of glamour to your home while light gauzy curtains can create a bright, open look, allowing light to permeate your home. In addition, such lush materials can create a striking contrast when set against leather, for example, softening its masculine look. A heavy, blackout material can also help you improve your window insulation and block out the light in the bedroom.  

Create visual interest with design 

If your home features a subtle, neutral backdrop and a minimalist design, curtains and drapes are the perfect way to create a stunning visual interest. When set against an understated backdrop, they can truly work as mesmerising accent details and break up the monotony of monochromaticity. You can simply use them to add a pop of colour to your neutral space. You can also pick a design with intricate patterns that can give your home an authentic character. Nonetheless, you should go with a design that complements the overall colour scheme and fits into the general style to create a cohesive, stylish look.

Curtains and drapes can help you introduce a sense of luxury to your home or create an atmosphere of playfulness. However, for a wow effect, you need to consider everything from their position and length to their design and texture.

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Nursery Design That Looks like You Hired an Interior Designer

May 4, 2018
EmmaJ
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Expecting a baby is one of the most joyous moments in anyone’s life, and decorating the nursery is equally exciting. However, all modern nurseries seem to resemble each other and they all include the same items – from a princess-themed wallpaper for girls to a Cars-inspired crib for boys. So, why don’t you start thinking outside the box for a moment and do something unusual for your newborn to make them feel really special and appreciated? If you’re willing to do something like that, but are unsure what, here are a couple of ideas that might help you achieve your goal and make your nursery seem like it was designed by a professional interior decorator.

 

Seating arrangement

This is something most parents forget because their main focus is on the baby, not themselves, but the seating arrangement is crucial for everyone involved. Feeding your baby, holding it in your hands and cradling it to sleep is definitely exhausting, which is why the nursery has to include a spot where the parents can relax and take a break. Mothers love a comfortable rocking chair where they can feed the baby, while fathers usually prefer a comfy sofa or an armchair, so don’t forget to find room for these things as well.

 

The right color

Back in the day, painting a nursery was easy – get a bucket of pink color for the girls and blue for the boys, and you’re good to go! Today, things aren’t that simple, not because pink and blue have gone out of style, but because parents don’t mind including other color choices as well. Anything from beige, gray, lime green, yellow and even white will do, as long as the walls are painted with care and precision. Keep in mind that personalizing the space in accordance with your own taste makes much more sense than blindly following the trends – after all, that’s going to give your nursery the personal touch it needs.

 

Toys, toys, toys!

No nursery is complete without the baby’s personal belongings, including the toys that should surround it from early on. A room with no baby’s favorite toys looks rather sad, grim and dull, so remember to add a few – nevertheless, try not to go overboard and cover the crib with dozens of stuffed animals. As soon as your baby starts walking and being active, you should adapt to this transition and start introducing more advanced and complex toys that will make them more active and independent. This is an important step in your child’s development, and something you definitely shouldn’t skip, so inspire your loved ones and encourage them to think for themselves more than before.

 

Storage space

Although they’re quite small and seem more than easy to handle, babies require a ton of products and equipment on a daily basis – not to mention a pile of diapers and clean clothes. All of these items need to be by your side at all times, so keeping them close-by is a must. A practical vanity is the best way to keep all of your baby’s possessions at one spot, but it’s also perfect for organizing storage space. These vanities can be quite spacious, yet don’t take too much room in a nursery that’s probably not that big anyway, so they’re perfect.

 

Art pieces and photos

Just because you’re decorating a nursery doesn’t mean you shouldn’t add some class to it. Being surrounded by lots of different colors can be a positive influence on your toddler’s mental and physical development, so explore classic and contemporary art pieces which you can incorporate into their nursery and hang a few on the walls. Also, since you’ve probably started taking photos of your baby the second it arrived from the delivery room, feel free to develop some of them as well. Pick colorful and playful frames and scatter them all around the room, following the development of your children from the earliest days of their lives.

 

Designing and decorating a nursery is the best way to prepare for the arrival of your little bundle of joy. Once you complete the process, sit back, relax and celebrate this new beginning in your life.

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Kitchen Renovation: Create a Japanese-Style Kitchen on a Budget

May 1, 2018
cooper klein
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There are numerous popular trends in kitchen design currently, but it seems that the Japanese style has been a favourite choice of many world-famous designers for quite some time. Therefore, it’s not surprising that more and more people from all around the world are decorating their kitchens in this recognisable manner. So, if you also want to follow the latest trends and think that it’s the right time for a kitchen redecoration, go for it! We’ve prepared a list of some practical ideas that will definitely help you achieve this without breaking the bank.

Wabi-sabi aesthetic


The two most recognisable concepts in the Japanese style are Wabi and Sabi. They basically represent a type of style that appreciates imperfection, simplicity, natural elements and asymmetry. In other words, their approach is often minimalist and the kitchen decor is characterised by the presence of clean finishes without too many details and a balanced use of different shapes and materials. Finally, if you want to create the authentic feel of a classic Japanese kitchen, don’t forget to include a few ornate accessories that will certainly add that final touch to it.

Wood is the no. 1 material


It’s almost impossible to find a true Japanese kitchen without at least one wooden piece, be that a fabulous timber cabinet or an oak countertop. The main reason for this is that Japanese people value natural elements above anything else since they can create a warm and inviting atmosphere in the entire house. Additionally, feel free to experiment with other natural elements like stone and wicker since they will definitely make your kitchen and your home look much more sophisticated and luxurious. Finally, the best thing about natural materials is that they are extremely affordable and very low-maintenance so you won’t have to spend hours scrubbing your kitchen floor and cabinets.

Shibui principle


Another famous principle of the Japanese design is shibui and it preaches modesty as the basic characteristic of a nicely-decorated kitchen. For example, instead of overcrowding the place with too many details, Japanese people like to keep it simple. Furthermore, large sinks have become a symbol of this style since they serve as a main focal point whose task is to break the monotony, but still preserve that simple feel of the traditional Japanese design. Having this in mind, it’s not surprising that more and more Australians are incorporating this trademark into their Japanese-inspired kitchens as well.

Decluttering is the key


If you don’t know where to begin the redecoration process, we advise you to start by decluttering your old kitchen. Make sure to get rid of all those unnecessary items that you never use since you can’t call your kitchen a Japanese-inspired one unless it’s sparkling clean. This is extremely important since the Japanese believe that it’s crucial to create a Zen space which will allow one to relax and get in touch with one’s inner self. Unfortunately, messiness simply doesn’t go well with this kind of a spiritual lifestyle, so make sure to take this task seriously and keep only the things that you really need.

Go green


Finally, considering how much the Japanese culture values the nature, it’s absolutely understandable why their kitchens are full of greenery as well. So, if you want to follow in their footsteps, make sure to pick out your favourite flowers and place them all around the house including your beautiful kitchen. Additionally, nicely-decorated pots will also serve as decoration and add some playfulness to the kitchen interior design. What’s best, if you’re into pottery or painting, you can express your creativity and make these on your own. This way, you’ll have something absolutely unique that all your friends will admire.
As you can see, turning your average-looking kitchen into a beautiful Japanese-designed one is a piece of cake and you definitely won’t need to break the bank in order to achieve this. You just need to keep things simple and opt for natural elements that will help you strike that perfect balance and enjoy a peaceful atmosphere while cooking.

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How to Give Your Home that Chic Modern Rustic Design

April 27, 2018
Derek Lotts
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Modern rustic home design has been on fire lately and everyone seems to have fallen in love with it! Homeowners are embracing the combination of rustic charm and benefits of modern amenities. The attraction lies in the successful marriage of natural, rugged beauty that offers an abundance of textures, earthy colours and organic warmth, and the elegance and sleek lines of modern furniture and appliances.

The result is a contemporary rustic style that feels very open, fresh, grounded and real, and here are several suggestions on how to incorporate it into your home.

Raw natural materials

Perhaps the most important element of a modern rustic home is the use of natural, raw materials in its architecture and décor. The main idea is to bring nature inside and the more natural these materials look, the easier it becomes to tie the whole design into a cohesive rustic whole. It aims to expose all the nature’s imperfections, such as knottiness of wood and cracks in stone, in all their beauty and glory.

In an old home, these materials preserve its character and uniqueness, and in new, modern homes, they add a ton of charm and rustic appeal. The modern rustic design intentionally puts focus on exposed brick and wooden ceiling beams, uses reclaimed wood, as they are all reminiscent of nature at its finest.

Simple fabrics

The presence of nature indoors is carried further through the use of rugs, linens, covers and upholstery. The trend moves away from busy, floral patterns towards more calm fabrics with simple prints. The materials in use are jute, faux leather, animal prints, sisal, woven baskets and braided rugs. The best effect is achieved with neutral, sand-coloured furniture combined with butcher block or concrete countertops, driftwood light fixtures and faux cow or zebra hides, or sheepskin throws. These are very durable and stain-resistant materials and they make a perfect choice for chairs and rugs.

Large windows are a must as they are the best way to bring the outdoors in. It’s a design component that easily satisfies the rustic interior and modern quality demands. Traditional rustic designs were quite dark and gloomy, but a modern rustic home boasts with openness, airiness and lots of light.

Modern furniture and amenities

As we have mentioned before, this particular design style wants to get the best of both worlds: a rustic design with all the conveniences of modern living. To achieve this, incorporate all the rustic elements but keep your furniture modern, such as pieces in mid-century style. You can also browse through the internet and magazines for more inspiration, but if you are looking for some French country inspired furniture, make sure to give Rococo Decor a try.

Neutral color palette

In rustic modern homes, there are no strong and vibrant colors. Dominant tones are subdued and the color palette is neutral, so the walls are mostly white or sand-colored with the addition of natural materials like wood or stone. Such walls make a great blank canvas for you to express your creativity and add pieces that represent your personal taste.

The fireplace

Finally, don’t forget the fireplace. How can a rustic styled home be complete without the coziness of a warm and inviting fireplace? Whether you choose a style in stone with a chunky, wooden mantel or a modern wood stove, a fireplace is always an ideal addition to a rustic home and a great focal point of a family room.

By combining the natural, earthy elements of rustic style with contemporary, clean design is getting the best of both worlds. With an open floor plan, exposed natural architecture such as brick, stone and wood, and modern, mid-century furniture, you’ll have an eclectic décor that offers a warm, charming and inviting setting for your everyday life.

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Make Your Home Exotic with Delightful Moroccan Style

March 27, 2018
Lucas Bergman
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Decorating your live-in place to vibe the sentiment, history, culture and a period you feel most connected to is one of the best ways to approach your home design. If you’ve recently been to Morocco, you’ve probably fallen in love with every moment of it. The freedom of mind, letting go of perfection ideals, playing with everything surrounding you and enjoying the product of your experimentation is what Moroccan style is all about. Now, if you’ve decided to bring a little bit of Morocco into your home, read through the tips below to get the latest designer scoop on what works best for a Moroccan-inspired home:

Statement flamboyant colors and intricate detailing

 

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For the best Moroccan vibe, laying out earthly tones as a base for layers of textures, patterns and strong accents that come later is the perfect start. Forget all about balance, matching fabrics and colors when using Morocco as your inspo: this country’s style is about unintentional uniqueness, mixing potentially impossible design elements into a cohesive structure and staying true to your own sentiment. As Moroccan homes are all truly individual, you’ll almost never find two homes that are alike. Along with flamboyant colors, ceiling to floor intricate, alluring detailing is yet another Moroccan feature. Doors, the stairs, floors or cabinets – there’s no limit to where you can find this explosion of detailing and color.

Tiles that tell a story

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Nothing about Moroccan styles is about playing it safe, and a true testament to this charming carelessness is the fact both floors and walls are usually covered in tiles with intricate patterns and embellishments. Use an entire area of your home such as the kitchen, lounge or the dining room and build the look around it: dramatic tiles with interesting textures are the perfect way to start your Morocco adventure.

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Rugs with a personality

In Moroccan design, rugs aren’t only used for the floor but as statement wall décor, as well; the patterns are either dramatic or very subtle, and the colors are bold. Certain types of rugs, i.e. particular patterns have a cultural meaning and are used in various local celebrations like weddings and similar. Check out Moroccan history before you choose the patterns for your home.

Moroccan arches for Islamic inspiration

One of the most beautiful, breathtaking features of Moroccan interiors is definitely the Moroccan arch, also known as the horseshoe arch. Known as Moorish arches in some areas, are archetypal of Islamic architecture and are either lobed, rounded or pointed. Built this way, they are giving a very lavish touch to every typical Moroccan house. You could build a few in your home, as a true statement to your Moroccan enchantment.

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Ottomans and cushions

Predominantly an Islamic country, Morocco draws a lot of its cultural and architectural influence from Arabic countries. One of those, for sure, is the obsession with bold ottomans, small couch cushions and large floor cushions that are both decoration and the place to rest your feet. Choose fabrics with raised embroidery to stay on point.

Moroccan Riad as freedom

Interior courtyards, similar to Indian and Arabic yard concepts are an inevitable element in traditional Moroccan design. Although a traditional riad (riad arab. = garden) had a fountain as its centerpiece, modern riads are likely to have indoor ponds, play areas or swimming pools. As Morocco is a country largely inhabited by Muslims, a Riad is a great gathering spot for women, giving them freedom and privacy. If you’ve got enough space in your home, build a Riad for a true Morocco vibe.

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Build your Moroccan-inspired home to remind you of this beautiful, colorful culture with incredibly rich history and tradition. Include fragrances like nutmeg, cinnamon, saffron or other exotic spices as a finishing touch to link the mind to Moroccan bazaars the moment you walk in. Good luck designing!

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Bathroom Trends We’ll Be Seeing in 2018

February 20, 2018
cooper klein
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With the holistic approach to the modern living the majority of families are adopting as their silent rebellion against the exhausting capitalist living, homes are no longer fulfilling their initial roles as being just, well, homes – places where we live our regular days and keep dirty socks next to our beds. These days, homes are largely being turned into meditative spaces, with each room holding a particular reflective significance to the individual or the entire family living in it.

And so, backyards are turned into contemplative outdoor oasis, the sameness and simplicity of room design is being abandoned for the sake of personalized spaces that agree with the occupant’s temperament and sensuality, bathrooms are turned into spas and pampering spaces – and everyone is, all of a sudden, becoming aware of the importance their personal spaces have in their everyday lives.

We’re not entirely sure when bathroom design per se came in the forefront of home renovation and became an important interior stylistic solution but we’re absolutely positive the trend isn’t going anywhere, anytime soon. There’s been a lot going on throughout the previous few years in terms of bathroom design trends, but 2018 is bringing something particularly exquisite. Much like the majority of home interior design, bathroom design is also turning to simple solutions and de-cluttered spaces that invite good energy in and celebrate relaxation, and that will also allow you to sell your home faster if you ever decide to do so.

If you are thinking about remodeling your bathroom or building one from scratch, go through these hot 2018 bathroom trends to get inspired:

Ceramics and marble, the romance

Ceramics and everything ceramic-related grew in popularity in the last months of 2017 and designers feel that ceramics are about to get even bigger in 2018. Used in floors, showers, and even vanities, we’re seeing a lot of geometric patterns in uniform, multi-colored, tone on tone or and even patchwork patterns that sure look phenomenal. Almost mural-like, ceramics are intended for both smaller and larger bathrooms and they have the tendency to look super luxurious regardless the space. The market is featuring a lot of ceramics that imitate higher-end materials like marble, wood, and concrete and there’s a lot of quartz featured as well.

Return to nature

The year 2017 has been all about organic living and finding ways to incorporate natural elements in our everyday lives. In 2018 bathroom design we’ll be seeing a lot of seamless lines, super clean colors, and practical and simple space arrangements embellished with a hint of organic coziness and elegance. Using a chopped trunk instead of a bathroom stool, including tall greenery in the corners, using organic wool covers over your vanity chairs, letting the light in, etc. – these and many other organic elements are going to be a true hit in 2018.

Lifestyle bathrooms

Long gone are the days when bathrooms were practical rooms only; these days the shift is transitioning into additional living area giving you the opportunity to use your bathroom for relaxing as well. Chic lighting fixtures, soft furnishings and practical storage solutions have now become the norm while recessed mirrors, indulgent rainfall showers, freestanding baths and open shelving are taking full dominance over bathroom interiors. We will be seeing a lot of ‘His’ and ‘Her’ basins too that not only look extremely stylish but are a super practical solution for busy bathrooms.

Escapism

If there was one word that defined bathroom design in 2018, it was escapism. Although practicality and functionality of bathrooms will still be paramount (cleverly hidden storage inset in walls and behind mirrors), the bathroom will turn into a spa-like space. For instance, bathrooms with a lot of floor-to-ceiling windows will make for a perfect meditative space. The inclusion of the outdoors through the introduction of natural light and earthy materials with the existing nature-inspired design will be a real hit.

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Biggest Kitchen Trends to Carry You into 2018

October 18, 2017
EmmaJ
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Just when you think there are no more new and innovative trends in kitchen design, the creative people from this home improvement niche surprise you. We have seen a lot of great stuff in 2017, from the rise in eclectic style full of mixing and matching to the introduction of newer materials like the tempered glass, both for worktops and the dashboard area. Lets not forget about the open concept kitchen opening slowly toward the living room. And for the fashionistas among kitchen designers, there was a great comback of colored metals in 2017, from gold to  brass and copper.

The kitchen design trends coming our way in 2018 are even more surprising and will have you grabbing your shopping cart in no time. Let the discovery begin!

The two-tone cabinets are making a comeback

Until now you could only see this type of mixes in old kitchens, when some of the cabinet doors were replaced and others stayed. Now we can expect to see it in brand new kitchens. Possible combinations can include black and white as the more effective contrast, for a gentler vibe opt for the gray instead of the black option. In rustic kitchen design we can see this trend reflected in the combination of painted and plain wooden cabinets, mix of navy blue and natural oak, will be especially popular.

The color revolution

In 2018, we can expect some new color schemes to enter our kitchen. No more will the blues, whites and grays dominate. We are here to welcome the new reigning queen of kitchen color – the dramatic purple – not only will it be seen in splashes in kitchen design, but we can also expect it to cover larger spaces. Another color we can expect to see is petrol-green both for back walls and cabinets. Oh what great contrast will it bring to your kitchen space. And if these two are not enough, we can look forward to bold, exotic shades, with orange dominated pallets. You can just see the kitchen opening up like a beautiful colorful flower.

New tech is invading kitchen design

Like with everything else in our lives technology has found its way into the kitchen. And 2018 designs will show us just how much. From smart storage space to 3D printers for pancakes. You will definitely see more and more of tech solutions in your kitchen. One of the smart designs include sensor control accessories, that you can open just by waving your hand, a smart trash bin and handy toaster ovens being the perfect example. Of course appliances are getting smarter every year, now most of them can be controlled by an app on your phone. However when it comes to design, retro is still in, and you can get all the lovely features packed up in a vintage design.

Getting close and personal

Personalization options are one of the innovative trends coming in 2018. Imagine being able to get your own design printed on the new kitchen tiles. This trend will definitely bring a lot of uniqueness to the design world. In case you are not feeling creative and inspired you can work with a trusted kitchen designer to get the best possible result. Possibilities are endless and you can enjoy the entire process.

The art of transformation

Transformative taps will be one of the major trends hitting kitchen design in 2018. Don’t let the simplistic design fool you, these taps will be able to transform plain water into sparkling, or even a great tasting, perfectly brewed coffee.Yes, you read well, tap coffee, what can be more ideal in the morning. It kitchen design trends like these that really surprise us and make us grow impatient until the moment we can actually include them in our kitchen.

 

So there you are, the long awaited kitchen design trends for 2018. This article has barely scratched the surface of what awaits us, there are a lot more surprises to come. From smart thermometers to new designer appliances, the following year will be the perfect combination of tech infusion and color burst, and we are going to love every second of it.

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