December 2010
Man Up! Masculine Décor 3: Lounges & Dark, Rich Colours
December 31, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
In terms of colour, masculine details are achieved through the use of dark, rich palettes; think black, browns, deep shades of blue and purple. To be fair though, every hue on the colour wheel has a dark and rich tone – even yellow can be masculine with a mustard tone or a very earthy orange [...]
Man Up! Masculine Décor 2: Bathrooms & Natural Materials
December 28, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
It is the natural materials of wood, stone and other organic fibres that symbolise the outdoors and rustic living; which in turn have a link with masculine décor. This relationship with nature can be used throughout the home; let us take a look at the use of natural materials in bathrooms, resulting in a timeless [...]
Man Up! Masculine décor 1: Kitchens & Strong Geometry
December 23, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
Before you get too excited gentleman, this new series isn’t essentially just for men, but for the women too who would like to incorporate some elements of masculine décor in their home. You see, because masculine in terms of décor is not particularised by gender.
Some masculine details are not specifically male orientated – here, some [...]
Utilise Extra Spaces 5: The Bonus Room
December 20, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
When you have a bonus room, organising your home in general becomes a lot more easier and dare we say it – practical. A bonus room could be added in to a converted basement or loft – it could even take over a spare bedroom that rarely gets used; besides, there is no reason why [...]
Utilise Extra Spaces 4: Under The Stairwell!
December 17, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
What does it look like under your stairwell? Are you using this nifty little space or have you chose to neglect it like most home owners? For some of you, it will make perfect sense to leave this nook free of anything – you don’t want your hallway or living space to look cluttered. You [...]
Utilise Extra Spaces 3: Loft Conversions
December 14, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
Today we are looking at how you can transform your loft space into something more liveable and functional; okay, storing all the odds, ends and family antiques is a functional use of the loft, but we have other things in mind. How about a second bathroom to free up the family one, a peaceful bedroom [...]
Utilise Extra Spaces 2: Make The Most Of Entryways
December 11, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
Have you been paying attention to the entryway in your homes? It is likely to have a good source of light and perhaps somewhere to throw your keys – but are you really making the most of the space in this room and have you done anything in the way of decorating to show off [...]
Utilise Extra Spaces 1: Remodel Your Basement
December 8, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
It would be time, to give some attention to the rooms in which we rarely do! Over the next couple of weeks, we will be looking at various rooms that often get forgotten about – the basement, the attic and even areas that are not exactly rooms such as that space under the stairwell!
Those of [...]
Hotel Inspired Bathrooms 5: The Traditionalist
December 5, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
The Traditionalist is a hotel inspired bathroom that has traditionalist décor but alongside a modern and sleek suite. This bathroom design is calling out to you – the one who appreciates the traditional and the modern in a complimenting combination; see how to pull it off below!
The Outer Shell
Flooring should be sleek but not polished [...]
Hotel Inspired Bathrooms 4: The Acid Junkie
December 2, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
Our Acid Junkie bathroom is inspired by some of the more daring hotel bathrooms out there – with a special love affair with acid brights and quirkiness! If you like the idea of literally brightening up the bathroom then we suggest you read on for the ultimate in hotel inspiration.
The Outer Shell:
The Acid Junkie is [...]
