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I love how these vintage pieces of luggage are stored so subtly. They’re displayed in such a way that they don’t distract you from bench centerpiece, but blend seamlessly with color tones and a worn aesthetic. When you notice them, it's sort of an instant bonus. Which is exactly what being creative with your ground space is all about.
Adding a Buddha statue to your home is believed to bring good luck even if you aren't a practicing Buddhist. It also brings a sort of calmness to the environment. I love the choice of surrounding it with living plants like we see here although I personally might not place the Buddha in front of the mirror.
A copper screen is a winning detail on this fieldstone fireplace.
Hang hand-loomed tapestries and rugs as beautiful wall art. This protects your masterpiece from the wear and tear it would ordinarily receive on the floor.
The first weekend after your basement renovation was completed you thought the people would never stop coming. Could it have been the pool table that kept everyone entertained for hours on end? Even the guests who didn't play pool enjoyed sitting in the surrounding nooks having lively conversations.
Color scheme.
Regardless of if your home sits in the Wild West or just the westernmost part of suburbia, there's simple elements that can bring the look anywhere. If log cabin walls are too much for you, 8-inch pine plank painted white can achieve the cabin look in a much lighter manner. Pair those walls with classic American pieces such as ladderback and wooden barrel chairs, and you'll have a classic American Western sure never to go out of style.
Yeah, this photo has already appeared in dozens of ideabooks. Why? Because the idea totally rocks. I've done this several times and it's always a hit. If you can't commit to full walls of woven wallcovering, consider installing it in panels framed with picture molding or chair rail. This gives you the touch of texture with a bit more graphic impact. It also saves a good chunk of change since you'll need a lot less material.
At the end of the 1920’s, Chanel had a love affair with the Duke of Westminster, the richest man in England. Sitting on the table of her apartment are three vermeil boxes given to Gabrielle Chanel by the Duke. The metal which adorns them is less precious than the one concealed inside: a gold interior. It was thanks to the Duke of Westminster that Coco Chanel discovered this characteristic of luxury which she made her own: something which remains hidden, which exists only for oneself. This notion of luxury found an immediate echo in the fashion world because, according to Coco Chanel, elegance comes from being as beautiful inside as outside.
The herringbone terra cotta floor tile makes me think of places we've been. (French)
Metal accent tile has been available for a long time, and bronze tile combines beautifully with natural stone. In this installation, it's adding a smooth texture to this wall without introducing any unwelcome shine.
Bookshelf.
Roof.
Neutral Fall decor.
Family Tree
The first big tile trend I saw at Cevisama and all over Spain was tile used in places other than kitchens and baths. In this photo, the floor and walls are actually ceramic tile. Using embossed and printed tile instead of wooden paneling is a great idea. Imagine using surfaces that never need to be painted or refinished.
Hexagons were a popular shape, and the Spanish have perfected them in large-format, super thin, super strong ceramic tile. Floor.
In this space, dark wood shelves make a nice contrast against a crisp blue wall color.
Framing a door with reclaimed wood gives the same warmth as ceiling beams but can be done after the home is built, unlike many overhead projects.
A large sheepskin rug offers the perfect place to sprawl out and snuggle up to a roaring fire.
With drawers underneath and a breakfast bar on one side, you may think you've utilized every ounce of your island. But this little trough begs to differ. Take a little scoop out of the middle, and herbs, condiments and drinks become accessible to the cook and those seated on the other side.
I bet this designer loves puzzles. She put eight photos she took of children around the world in identical frames and varied them vertically and horizontally into a striking combination.
Providing more of a beach look, a denim colored ottoman atop a indigo striped area rug create the perfect space for entertaining.
When a ceiling of glass isn’t feasible, a large greenhouse-style window is the next best thing. A setup like this is a great option if you want to grow plants that require an ample amount of sunlight or just want to feel closer to nature than a typical window would allow.
Knobs and handles are an easy and instant way to change the look of a piece of furniture. Here, designer Abbe Fenimore added handles to an IKEA dresser and a mirror cut to fit the top to come up with a look that's less "big box chain" and more one-of-a-kind.
For a more detailed look, try a more delicate stencil in one room or wall in your home. Stencil designer Janna Makaeva of Cutting Edge Designs shows how it's done. http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/282509/list/DIY--How-to-Paint-a-Wall-Stencil
An enlarged recipe lines the back of this built-in shelving, which is set up as a hot chocolate station. What a creative addition!
Have you ever walked on a rustic-looking stone floor of multi-sized tile and wondered what it was? It could have been Versailles Pattern tiles. Also called French Pattern, it is composed of four different sized tiles and can be used wherever you want an interesting pattern on your floor.
A traditional armoire is perfectly suited to act as a linen closet in a storage-deficient house.
If you're going to go through the trouble of removing your downspouts to replace them with a rain chain, you might as well take it to the next level and enhance the area where the rain settles. Some stacked rocks or a ceramic pot with a hole drilled through the bottom looks great and helps the rain make its way into the ground.
Being able to admire the rain from the warmth and comfort of your home is a nice thought and something to keep in mind if you choose to add rain chains to your house.
1. Furry, unattractive beds. This built-in cushion is a nifty way to incorporate your furry companion's equally furry bed into a neat little hideaway. You can customize it to match your decor, and it keeps the pet hair (the bane of any dog/cat owner's existence) in the nook.
Holloway's instinctive style is a collective mishmash of creative influences. There's an ever-rotating display of accessories in Holloway's home. This vignette is styled with custom lamps, an IKEA picture shelf, and a unique display of antiques, home goods and hand-me-downs.
Black pedistal could be made from wooden bowl and candle stick from thrift store.
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