Saturday, February 28, 2015

Modern Farmhouse

The change in the developing technology building.Examples of these can be a farmhouse.You can reconfigure reflecting the modernity and modernity in the farmhouse.

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The new addition is a single-story structure that replaces the old stone crumbling wall that used to occupy this area. It features an open plan with the kitchen and dining area included in the design. On the other side of the building there’s a more private zone that includes the en-suite master bedroom.

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In addition to building this new wing, the team from ODOS architects also restored the rest of the house. The bedrooms, the studio and the garage got a fresh new look. By adding this new wing, the owners and the architects managed to complete the courtyard and to finalize the complex project.
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The new wing was built with expansive windows just like the rest of the buildings. This way a strong connection is established with the courtyard. The exterior of the structure features oiled cedar cladding, a detail meant to visually connect it with the rest of the structures on the property for continuity. As for the rest of the design, it’s minimalist and modern and a very nice detail is the way the wing seems to be floating because it was raised off the ground.

Monday, February 23, 2015

Perfect Picnic Pieces: 5 Ideas for Festive Outdoor Eating

It’s being July already, you’re probably well into the season of picnics and outdoor eating. You might be a seasoned professional at it, in fact, with your patio table dusted off and picnic basket at the ready. But if, on the off chance, the days have sped by and you haven’t found an opportunity to take dining to an al fresco level, let these photos be the first to invite you to do so. Either way, I hope you’ll consider incorporating these ideas into your next outdoor dining experience. Because they are sure to create an atmosphere and, ultimately, an experience to remember with fondness:
Decorate the Airspace.
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Whether it’s hanging a chandelier (even a faux one will do the trick) or fabric garland, something about having an eye-catcher dangling above creates a feeling of purposeful festivity in an outdoor eating space. I particularly love how this vintage metal chandelier lends a degree of understated sophistication above two old wooden tables, pushed together to create more (and cozier!) seating for the occasion.

Toss in Comfy Textiles.
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Maybe the sweet vintage convertible might be asking a bit much, but any outdoor dining experience is made sweeter with some comfortable textiles. A soft blanket or two, some pillows, even a jacket or long-sleeved shirt at the ready will make you and your guests feel at ease. They’re invited to come on over, lounge, and hang out a while…which, in good company, is one of the season’s finest perks.
Pick a Style Theme.
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If you pick a visual “theme” of sorts (in this case, black and white stripes), even the simplest of outdoor eating experiences become eye-catching and inviting. No need to overdo it with tacking vinyl fish décor or moose heads, though. Keep things tasteful and classic (and simple!) if you’re not sure what direction to take.
Add Color, Color, and More Color.
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Nothing says “party!” like a jumble of bright, bold colors. From potted flowers to hanging lanterns to colorful garden chairs, color creates an instantly welcoming outdoor ambiance, especially during summertime. Throw in a gingham checked tablecloth, and you’ve got the perfect setup for a fun-filled picnic, even if it’s impromptu.
Consider the Beauty of Simplicity.
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Don’t forget that, in some cases, the best style choice is to let nature take its course. With a chunky wood farm table and charmingly mismatched wooden seating, this outdoor eating area is simplicity incarnate…and it welcomes visitors all the same. I love the minimalism of the wooden furnishings in this industrial-vibe setting, with the metal sheeting and gravel.

Sunday, February 22, 2015

The use of old belt

To evaluate different ways of old belt.Once you get tired of an old leather belt or once it’s not usable anymore because of the wear signs, there’s still plenty you can do with it. A leather belt can be repurposed in many different ways. You can use it in all sorts of projects and some of the new uses are quite interesting and ingenious.
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For example, here’s a fun and original project: a book purse. It’s made of three books glued together and a handle made from an old leather belt.{found on steamfashion}.

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Using two or more leather belts you can also make a book shelf. You need to find something to hang them from and then simply adjust them at different heights.{found on poppytalk}.
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You can also turn an old belt into handles for a handbag. Just cut it into smaller pieces and attach them to the bag. You can sew them on and use strong glue.{found on sunsetgurldesign}.
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A small portion from a thin leather belt can also be used as a pull for a drawer. It has a nice patina and goes well with the wood.{found on improvisedlife}.
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Here’s another interesting idea: make a display shelf for your sunglasses or for other things. You can make it from a drawer or from other box-like structure and one or two leather belts.{found on clonesnclowns}.
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A single leather belt can be used to make several great napkin rings. Cut it into small pieces, punch holes in each one and overlap the edges. Glue the pieces together or use other method.{found on site}.
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Another interesting thing you can do with an old leather belt is to wrap it around a flower vase. The vase can be something as simple and a tin can since it won’t be visible anyway.
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Here’s another example of drawer pulls made from old leather belts. They look great in the kitchen where they add texture to the furniture and they also give it an elegant touch.
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A leather belt can also be a practical item to hold the wood pieces together. Gather the wood for the fireplace and pull it tight into a bunch, securing it with a belt.
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You can also cut a leather belt in half and attach a belt buckle at the other end to make two smaller belts. You can use them for the curtains in case you want some extra light into the room.
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Thin leather belts can also be used for window shades. You can adjust the height as you wish and use the belts to keep the shades at the level you have chosen.
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You can also give character to an old table or wall clock by wrapping a leather belt around it. If the belt has the right dimensions then you won’t have to modify anything.
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In case you have collected several old leather belts and want to use them somehow, you can make a nice entrance mat from them.
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Another very interesting project would be to make a stool or a chair out of items you no longer need in the house. For example, use several books, a pillow and two old leather belts.
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Here’s another example of a mat or area rug made from recycled leather belts. They have been cut into small pieces and used to create an interesting geometric pattern.
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If you have enough leather belts you can also make a large rug for the living room. You can ask all your friends and relatives to donate their old belts and you can stain them so they all have the same color.
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You could also use old leather belts to give a makeover to an old and damaged wooden chair. The diea is to use the belts to make a comfortable woven seat.

Saturday, February 21, 2015

New 10 Easy DIY Wall Art Ideas

New design wall art ideas.Finding wall art for your home can be both difficult and expensive. When you have a specific look in mind, making your own can be your best option.This might seem intimidating to some home decorators, but creating wall art doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are 10 ideas that keep it simple.
Frame Scrapbook Paper or Wallpaper.
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Scrapbook paper and wallpaper come in a lot of great patterns and colors. You can simply take a sheet of such paper, cut it to size and frame it to complement your existing décor and add some interest to your walls.

Enlarge Instagram Photos.
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Displaying personal photos is a popular way to decorate walls. You can make this tactic a little more interesting by creating large prints from your Instagram photos using a printing service like Printstagram or making your own collage.
Attach Fabric to Your Wall.
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If you want to really make a statement on your wall, but don’t like the permanence of wallpaper, you can simply attach some fabric to your wall using fabric starch and a paint roller. It comes off without damaging the wall so it can be used as more of a temporary decorative solution.
Utilize Book Pages.
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Things like pictures from a children’s book, sheet music, and other book pages can be framed and used as easy art pieces particularly for a kid’s room or media room.
Press and Frame Flowers.
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Use a flower press or some heavy books to turn dried flowers and plants into frameable objects that can add some natural décor to your room.
Frame Photos in an Old Window or Door.
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If you’re looking to display personal photos but don’t want to use plain old frames, you could use an old window or door with different insets to display your photos in a unique way.
Create a Cluster of Mirrors.
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Mirrors create the illusion of more space in a room, but plain old mirrors don’t add a whole lot of interest or personality. However, you can hang a group of smaller mirrors with interesting frames to create the illusion of space and also add some art to your walls.
Display Quotes or Lyrics.
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Even if you’re not the most artistically inclined, you can easily use stencils or templates to create some art on a canvas that displays a favorite quote or song lyric in an interesting or colorful way.
Paint Over Wall Stencils.
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If you don’t want to actually hang anything on your walls, you can get creative with painter’s tape or wall stencils to create interesting patterns or art directly on your walls.
Create Geometrical Designs.
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All it takes is some painters tape and maybe a stencil or two to create a geometric painting on a canvas or in a frame to complement a modern or minimalist room.
The possibilities for creating wall art are really endless, but they don’t have to be complicated. These are just a few of the ways you can easily add some art to your walls that you can be proud to say you made yourself.
Pictures: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10.

Friday, February 20, 2015

15 Black House Facades – Mysterious & Dark But Also Attractive

The façade of a house is mainly for everyone else and not for the inhabitants. The house needs to look pretty for those walking by it and for the guests. So people usually choose to make their houses look bright and to paint it in cheerful colors. But, when you think about it, all colors are beautiful and they all have a lovely side, even black.
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A Victorian house painted black, with a bold and edgy look
Although black is the darkest color you can find, it doesn’t always signify bad things. A black house façade will look mysterious and imposing. After all, the design is important as well. Your house doesn’t necessarily have to look creepy just because it’s painted black.

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The shape of the house already makes it stand out and the color only emphasizes the lines
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In this particular case, the black façade makes the house better integrate into the surroundings
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The contemporary architecture of this house welcomes black as a perfect color for it
It is a nice idea for Halloween but it’s also an elegant color for the rest of the year. The surroundings are also important. A black house situated in the middle of nowhere is bound to look less inviting than one with a white exterior.
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The black exterior makes the house look minimalist and clean
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Here we have a combination of colors, black being the main one
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When a house is an open to the exterior as this one, the color becomes less striking
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This is a grey house with black trim and it looks inviting and simple
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The bold architecture of this house and the color allow it to blend it yet to stand out
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Strong contrasts occur here between the black exterior of the house and the bright surroundings
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Notice how the shade of the exterior is very similar to the color of the trees
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The colors used on this house give it a rustic appearance and the fall colors complement it
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This shade of grey of minimalist and very chic, suitable for a modern house
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Of course, we can’t forget about the timeless black and white combination
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There’s something very mysterious yet familiar about this house and its dark exterior
However, if the house is a highly populated area, black will only make it stand out from the rest of the buildings. In fact, certain architectural styles are more friendly with this particular color. Modern and contemporary houses look chic with black facades and this is mainly because they have huge windows. A traditional exterior that’s painted black gains a mysterious and gothic allure.
Picture sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7&8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15.