Urbanisation, population growth and efficiency concerns have pushed homeowners to downsize into quite literally tiny spaces. Urban area housing supplies are becoming more and more strained with 54% of the global population living in cities. By 2050, it is forecast that number is to rise to 66% making it 6.33 billion of the world population of 9.6 billion (UN World Development). Further, the number of single-person households is rising and many of the new builds are systemically getting smaller and smaller. Whilst this movement has a host of challenges for housing codes and zoning regulations, it also poses new challenges to interior designers and homeowners looking to make the most of their tiny spaces in the …
Timeless Tips for DIY Home Design
A home is a haven. A special place where life happens. Where we find our energy to keep going, and where memories of a lifetime are made. There is no better place than home. Therefore, we always work hard to make our homes look better. However, creating a warm and lovely home can be expensive. It is more expensive when you are using the services of an interior designer. In the U.S, the average hourly rate of an interior designer ranges between $50 and $200 per hour. Obviously, this is a bit expensive for most people. In recent years, the concept of DIY (Do it Yourself) in interior design has been getting more popular. In this article, we will look at the tips on how you can use the DIY method to design your home. Start By Reading A …
Update Your Old Furniture with a Good Cleaning and Accessories
This article was a kind collaboration with Jennifer Adams a lover of interior design. Cleaning: Any time that you purchase used furniture, or want to update yours, cleaning is a great first step! Do you know what fabric is on the upholstery or sofa? If you can locate the manufacturer’s tag, often attached under a cushion, most of the time it will give cleaning instructions. Or if you prefer, ask where the sofa was originally purchased to see if the store may have any advice for you. If you cannot obtain this information, we recommend contacting a professional upholstery cleaning service in your local area. Cleaning the sofa or other furniture without using the correct method can set the stains and cause your upholstery to be …
12 Living Room Rug Ideas
This article was a kind collaboration with "The Rug Lady"If you want to rev up your living room decor, the best way to do it is to add an area rug. The right living room rug can enhance the look and feel of the room and soften hard edges in a contemporary room. The most important thing is to confirm the rug fits your seating area by measuring it. Invest in a rug that is large enough to cover the conversation area. The front legs of the sofa or chairs should be on the area rug to anchor the space. This article provides information on 12 living room rug ideas that Is Going To change everything. A Pink Area RugA Blue Area RugTropical-Inspired Area RugMid-Century Living Room RugA Natural RugCoordinate The …
Beautiful Contradictions: Unexpected Interior Design Around the World
How might we expect the inside of Buck Pal to look? What might we anticipate to find inside a British country home? What can we take away from being pleasantly surprised at what we find inside buildings from around the world? Here, we look at some interior design strategies that work outside of their usual context. Portugal In the midst of a recession, Portugal has generated a creative boom and immersed itself in public art and a redesign of the cities. The capital’s young creative entrepreneurs have build design incubators out of derelict factories and have helped to style Lisbon's shopping and restaurant district in a way that makes us question Barcelona’s status as the cultural and creative hub of Europe. The streets …
Cedar Wood Shake Vs Wood Shingles
Although both are used for cedar roofing, on sheds and houses alike, shakes and shingles are sometimes incorrectly referred to as the same thing. There are in fact similarities and differences between the two, but I can’t stress enough how important it is to refer to them differently since they may do the same job but the way they do it aesthetically and practically different. But before we get into the main discussion of this article, shake vs shingle, it is important to know what they individually are, then it makes comparing the two a lot easier. What are Cedar Shakes? Split by the hand from lumber logs, doing so with special crafting tools. Cedar shakes are a type of wood roofing that has been split on both or one side - …
What is Mondo Grass?
Mondo grass is can an attractive clump of stemless, dark green, grass-like leaves which are sometimes described as miniature bushes. Mondo grass is the perfect groundcover or low rising border because in the summer after a care-free growing cycle, tiny spikes of lilac flowers appear to add even more beauty to the textured, evergreen grass. Types of Mondo Grass As this is such a beautiful plant, there are many great garden scenario's you can utilize it in, especially since there are also many types and colors of the plant which blossom a different kind of flowers and berries. And of course, after this we're going to talk about just how you can grow your own Mondo Grass. Dwarf Mondo Grass Probably the most popular kind of …
The Best Styles Of Antique And Modern Furniture 2018
Furniture is one of the things in a house that can be used to reflect one’s personality. It is for this reason that people should be able to select pieces of furniture carefully. This way, in addition to being functional, they also light up the room, add class and sophistication and also reflect the personality of the owner of the house. While some people prefer to have their furniture customized, some prefer to adorn their houses with the latest trends in furniture. Whichever your preference, you are guaranteed to find designers that can make your dream furniture come true. The 5 best styles of antique & contemporary furniture 2018 Furniture designs and trends change from one season to another. Below is a guide …
Mirrored Furniture As Classy Statement Pieces
It is no secret that mirrored furniture is among the trendiest interior designs across the globe. It is not only dominating headlines across media platforms such as YouTube, but it is also the talk in numerous dressing rooms and fashion blogs. But why so? It is because aside from being luxurious, mirrored furniture is minimal and adds space and dimension. With their reflective nature, mirrors exclude a spacious illusion especially with good lighting. This aspect is particularly beneficial and exhilarating for homeowners precisely those living in apartments and condos. But while the world has witnessed the emergence and ultimate demise of numerous interior design styles, it remains to be seen how far mirrored furniture can extend its …