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Unique Modern Furniture Design – Paul Ketz Designs Marshmallow Stools

Thursday, February 16th, 2017

Inspired by the value and power of play, German product designer Paul Ketz has created Marshmallow – a steel framed stool covered with a soft foam seat that mimics the look of fluffy marshmallow creme. To create the stools, foam is injected from the bottom of the steel wired frame and allowed to expand freely upwards and over the edges to create a one of a kind seat.

Key Takeaways:

  • German product designer Paul Ketz has created Marshmallow – a steel framed stool covered with a soft foam seat that mimics the look of fluffy marshmallow creme.
  • To create the stools, foam is injected from the bottom of the steel wired frame and allowed to expand freely upwards and over the edges to create a one of a kind seat.
  • The firm but flexible nature of the foam makes it a comfortable seat that you’ll likely want to squeeze more than you’ll want to sit on it.

“Inspired by the value and power of play, German product designer Paul Ketz has created Marshmallow – a steel framed stool covered with a soft foam seat that mimics the look of fluffy marshmallow creme.”

http://www.contemporist.com/paul-ketz-designs-marshmallow-stools/

Front Door Design Idea – Use An Oversized Circular Door Handle For A Unique Look

Wednesday, February 15th, 2017

Everyone is always looking for that home decoration that simply completes their look. Some people will search designer stores for days in an attempt to just find one stunning item. If you are one of these people look no further! This article showcases an one of a kind item. Ever seen a oversized circular door handle? Well its about time you did. You won’t be disappointed.

Key Takeaways:

  • Make a statement on the front of your home by using an oversized circular door handle on the front door.
  • Architecture and construction integrated in a process that promotes creativity, flexibility and efficiency.
  • The black door stands out against the wood paneling on the exterior of the home and makes the circular light wood handle pop out that much more.

“The black door stands out against the wood paneling on the exterior of the home and makes the circular light wood handle pop out that much more.”

http://www.contemporist.com/oversized-circular-door-handle-for-unique-look/

Bedroom Design Ideas – Wood accent wall behind the bed with floating nightstand

Wednesday, February 15th, 2017

Bedrooms are a key part of the house. If your bedroom does not look up to date you can feel totally off your game. To help yourself read this article that shows some of the best bedroom ideas. It will definitely give you some fresh ideas for that hard to decorate room. You will not be disappointed.

Key Takeaways:

  • The rich tones of the wood add warmth to the room, while hanging pendant lights have replaced table lamps, and floating wood bedside tables create open storage, ideal for nighttime reading.
  • As you can see, part of the design of the master bedroom is a wood accent wall that covers the space behind the bed.
  • By using wood for an accent wall, the designers have eliminated the need for a headboard.

“The rich tones of the wood add warmth to the room, while hanging pendant lights have replaced table lamps, and floating wood bedside tables create open storage, ideal for nighttime reading.”

http://www.contemporist.com/wood-accent-wall-behind-the-bed/

Kids Bedroom Design Idea – Include A Cubby Or Reading Nook For Them To Play In

Tuesday, February 14th, 2017

Anyone with kids knows that designing their bedroom can be a headache. How can you make it practical, but still enjoyable for them? It can be very hard to find a good in between. This article has a great idea for a cubby or reading nook that they are sure to adore. You will find this both practical and enjoyable for the kids.

Key Takeaways:

  • It’s every kids dream to have a secret hideout that’s just for them, so when Atelier ST thought about creating a piece of furniture for a kids room, that’s exactly what they created.
  • The floor-to-ceiling design features storage cubbies that are easy to open, a small ladder that leads up to a bed, and bookshelves built into the side of it to create the ultimate reading nook as well as the perfect spot for an afternoon nap.
  • Made from birchwood, it has a bed large enough to fit a couple of kids, and the cubby is tall enough that the kids will be able to enjoy it for years without having to worry about hitting their heads.

“The storage cabinets at the bottom of the furniture piece are just the right size for kids to get into easily, making it easy for them to put their toys away at the end of the day.”

http://www.contemporist.com/kids-bedroom-design-idea-include-a-cubby-or-reading-nook-for-them-to-play-in/

20 Traits of Fabulous Furniture in Contemporary Design

Tuesday, February 14th, 2017

Furniture is a tough thing to pick. How can you get something with just the right color so it matches, but also with the correct design. Everyone struggles to some degree with this. In this article there are twenty excellent traits of great furniture in contemporary design. Look no further for pointers on picking your next set of furniture.

Key Takeaways:

  • Contemporary designs, quite like mid century modern designs, involve a simplification of the detailing and an innate clean-lined aspect.
  • Modern refers to a specific time period (early to mid 20th century, in fact), while contemporary design is design of the moment.
  • Right now, however, the two words are often used together because many elements of mid century modern design – particularly furniture – are incorporated into contemporary spaces.

“Today’s contemporary design won’t be the same as the contemporary design of the 2030s because of its roots in the moment.”

http://www.homedit.com/furniture-in-contemporary-design/

How To Replace Paneling With Drywall

Thursday, February 9th, 2017

You may not like the paneling in your home. Some is dark and it can look old fashioned. Not everyone likes that sort of thing. This shows you what to do if you want to change it. It shows how to put in drywall instead.

Key Takeaways:

  • We don’t like the dark paneling and want to make the room lighter in appearance. We’re thinking about drywalling the rooms, but the paneling is so much thinner than regular drywall.
  • The great news is that you have several options and I urge you to stop removing paneling immediately until you test at least one of my ideas.
  • Since you’ve already considered removing the paneling, what I propose is not going to create problems.

“The Stain Solver oxygen bleach will do an amazing job of removing any wax or polish previous homeowners may have applied to the paneling.”

http://www.askthebuilder.com/drywall-over-paneling/

DIY Farmhouse Table

Thursday, February 9th, 2017

Are you in the middle of putting together the kitchen of your dreams?. When you see what they look like, you will want a big farmhouse table for your dining room. These beautiful tables can be very pricey to have one custom made. After you do a few internet searches and some research with your artistic mind, you should decide on to build your own DIY farmhouse table.

Key Takeaways:

  • We are right in the middle of building our forever farmhouse in Alabama. I knew I wanted a big farmhouse table for our dining room, but it is very pricey to have one custom made for our space.
  • After a few internet searches and some conversations with my handy husband, we decided to DIY our own farmhouse table.
  • Building our own farmhouse table turned out to be surprisingly simple and much more economical than purchasing one. We used Ana White’s farmhouse table plans as a guide.

“Building our own farmhouse table turned out to be surprisingly simple and much more economical than purchasing one. We used Ana White’s farmhouse table plans as a guide.”

http://blog.homedepot.com/diy-farmhouse-table/

Prevent Wear and Tear On Furniture

Wednesday, February 8th, 2017

To avoid premature wear and tear of your furniture, follow a few simple rules. Follow the instructions on cleaning the furniture. Most furniture will come with cleaning instructions or have a tag. Dust and vacuum regularly because dust allowed to accumulate in fabrics can do permanent damage. Protect your furniture from the sun. Rotate it on a regular basis to even out wear and tear. Also, control the humidity and temperature in the home. Taken together these rules will maximize the life of your furniture.

Key Takeaways:

  • Cleaning your furniture is essential in keeping it good shape, but if you go about it the wrong way, it can have the inverse effect. Research the materials your furniture is made out of so that you know how to clean that specific fabric or type of wood.
  • Letting dust, debris, dirt, and grime build up on your furniture will not help your efforts to keep it looking sharp, so it’s important to make dusting and vacuuming a part of your regular cleaning routine.
  • Overexposure to sunlight can cause leather to dry out, crack and fade, fabric to lose its coloration, and wood to become discolored and its finish to crack.

“Furniture naturally deteriorates over time, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to prevent wear and tear on your favorite pieces.”

http://www.ourdiyprojects.net/prevent-wear-tear-on-furniture/

7 Ways To Create A Warm Living Room

Wednesday, February 8th, 2017

There are 7 ways to create a warm living room. Bringing in cozy textiles is one way to do that. Blankets and pillows have the remarkable ability to soften and warm a cold and uninviting room. Incorporate wood is another thing you can use. A very simple thing you can do is add a candle to your room as well.

Key Takeaways:

  • Blankets and pillows both have the ability to soften and warm up a cold, uninviting room pretty much instantly.
  • Drape blankets over your couch and toss on a few pillows give your space a warm look and cozy feel.
  • During the colder months of the year, it’s time to make sure our homes are as warm and inviting as they can be, both in terms of actual temperature and coziness.

“During the colder months of the year, it’s time to make sure our homes are as warm and inviting as they can be, both in terms of actual temperature and coziness. Today we’re sharing 7 things you can do to help create a warm cozy living room that doesn’t include simply cranking up the heat.”

http://www.contemporist.com/7-ways-to-create-a-warm-living-room/