Garnish with vertical gardens

June 19th, 2013 Mark Comments Off

Although the title of this post refers to “decorate” with vertical gardens, these gardens are actually dual function: beautify walls and supply us with delicious herbs, fruits and vegetables. Urban gardens are beginning to become a reality, especially in homes where any balcony or terrace has space for gardening citizen.

Because believe it or not, an orchard of four square meters free vegetables can supply a family of four. If you have no floor space, the vertical option is also an excellent idea.

Better, outdoor

In the pictures you can see how a vertical garden can have enough space to grow a large number of varieties. In these photos the temperature is outside, and it is clearly the most appropriate location for vegetables.

But if your kitchen is sunny enough, you can also choose a wall hanging suitable for urban garden and grow plants that do not need to be outdoors. A good example is the aromatic: in addition to beautify the wall with his intense green flavoring your dishes just as fresh.

From 5-6 hours of sun

To plan your vertical garden, once chosen the wall (you will need to take between 5 and 6 hours of sun a day) you will have to choose the species to grow. Besides your tastes there are other things that influence: for example, the time of year when the garden. Come to a nursery or garden center to buy seedlings, and ask the manager or dependent advice for what is most appropriate.

vertical wall garden

The seedlings should be placed on a seedbed with adequate land for cultivation in particular. Do not forget to set a watering schedule … and enjoy the beauty and flavor of your urban garden.

Storage Ideas for the bedroom

June 18th, 2013 Mark Comments Off

The bedroom is for young people, children or adults, always tend to be messy unless we are fans of the organization. In the morning we got up in a hurry, showered and left the clothes thrown on to have almost no time for coffee … And when we come home, the last thing we want is to get to ordering.

So it comes as well have storage systems that we make life a little easier. It is true that not yet invented the system collecting clothes, wash, double and single organized, but time to time. For now, we have practical ideas you can include in our bedroom without taking even one more square inch.

Canapes folding

One of the proposals is Simply Smarter change our couch for a folding model. Storage space inside these treasured items not paid with money, especially in small houses. A tip: dedicate a little time to partition the space, for example by placing a table longitudinal and model photography. In this way, things that you may keep on the couch will be more organized. Also worth buying a few boxes with measures that fit well into the hole, to get everything in place.

Storage in drawers

The beds with drawers are also an attractive option, especially if you do not want to give up the bed and furniture (something we should do if we place a storage base). Rooms are very common in children and adolescents, but as you see in the picture there are also models of marriage.

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In the drawers everything is well organized, unlike what happens with the couch, do not make efforts to extract and can reach full extension without problems. For children and youth rooms, I recommend you to take a look at the next picture: shows a great idea to organize a small room, providing the work area under the bed elevated.

Tips for integrating kitchen appliances

June 17th, 2013 Mark Comments Off

Are you redecorating your kitchen? Do not know how to integrate your new electronics this so important to stay home? Well worry no more! Then we will give you the keys to seamlessly integrate your appliances to the rest of the decor.

It is clear that the kitchen is the space of the house where the appliances play a more prominent role and is that only in this room can be found the fridge, oven, hob, microwave and other small accessories such as juicer, or blender. Therefore, it is important to know some concepts for these members are in harmony with the decor.

White Appliances

The appliances have traditionally been white, so they have been combined with the classic white or other light colors on tiles and walls. However, today it is possible to opt for furniture, walls and appliances in other tones.

What is important is always to opt for colors that are in keeping with the decor of the place. Thus, if the kitchen has a dark color those clashes with white appliances, it is best to opt for devices other colors, such as silver, which combine perfectly with the furniture covered in melanin.

Different colors

Appliances can also be chosen different from the usual colors, but it is always important to think about the environment. For example, blue fridge only look good if other appliances are dark and a shade like.

kitchen appliances

Hide the furniture

If you can achieve the integration of the appliances in a kitchen or want to hide because it is a kitchen or any other reason, there are different possibilities. For one, you can dress with toppings devices that mimic furniture. On the other, you can choose appliances the same color as the rest of the furniture. Another option is to maintain the oven, washer inside cabinet’s column.

How to decorate with screens

June 15th, 2013 Mark Comments Off

Last weekend made me a gift that made me a huge illusion: a folding screen. I’ve always wanted to have one: I seem to some an undeniable charm and very decorative elements. Mine is wood carved and finished in antique white… A beauty. But now comes the big question: where to put it?

At first, I confess that I stir a little, since my house is not big, and there are no many spaces that separate. But then, researching in books, magazines and the internet, I discovered that the screens may be used for many other things.

With mirrors to reflect light

This photograph was one that liked me, of all that they found in my search. As you can see in it the screen is not used to separate but to decorate a corner. And best of all: as it is paneled with mirrors, reflects the light and landscape of the window facing the bed and becomes a “mate window” which doubles the brightness of the room.

In the image that opens the post, on the other hand, the screen of iron on the right serves simply as a decorative element, in an atmosphere full of good ideas vintage. In addition, the screens are also great as bed Headboards.

Style vintage and simple white

In this next image, the choice screen is an original design with panels lined with a paper that mimics backs of books. You can make your own model with boards of DM 12 mm in thickness, similar wallpaper and double opening hinges.

decorative screen

Finally, the last picture yes has used the screen, in this case an attractive and simple white design, to separate the small room in this attic in the area dedicated to the living room. Gives equal the use we give: decorative, functional, structural… A screen always brings class to a stay.

Ideas to decorate the entrance

June 13th, 2013 Mark Comments Off

The entrance is one of the most important house farms, although you may not believe it. The reason is very simple: the first thing we see when Frank door, both us as those who come to visit us. Therefore the entry says a lot about the House that predates, and is basic to decorate it well to achieve a good effect upon entering the home.

On the other hand, it is also the place where normally we unloaded a series of objects and clothing when we arrived: coats, accessories, keys, bags… Therefore, it is important that you have practical elements that allow us to do so, without letting it all made a mess.

For small inputs

Don’t make the mistake of neglecting your entry for being small or tawdry. Any space, regardless of its size, can earn much attention is paid. Look at these two images: offer excellent solutions to equip a small entry and provide you with great personality.

On the left, a mirror cabinet of wall space for almost everything: hangers for umbrellas and bag, reflective surface, a crate with top shelf… It may not be more practical and small. On the right, a corner full of contemporary elegance that has been achieved with a great avant-garde table and two stools style 50′s. You can change the picture by a large glass sheet or a photographic reproduction on paper.

Furniture retro and boutique

In the photo that opens the post, an elegant fully retro console brings his touch of class to an entry that is nothing more than a wall. This type of furniture is now one of the most sought after trends; you can find them in stores specializing in vintage decor, and if we are lucky, in some trace or the storeroom of the grandparents.

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On the other hand, the wall’s input on these lines has furnished and decorated with a sewing machine table (including machine) of the 1960s, adorned with a blade mounted on rigid support resting directly on the furniture.

Decorative touches to the bedroom

June 12th, 2013 Mark Comments Off

In this article I have based on the complete refurbishment of a bedroom to remove a series of keys that can help you to give a new look to your. The original room was not ugly at all, but lacked personality: sky blue walls, typical white linens, furniture bland white…

The truth is that the renovation work was intense, with excellent results. You do not have to remodel all: with some details or “touches” decorative, can get a cozy effect, with an air of vintage and undeniable personality.

Wood headboard-wall

The first thing that draws the attention in this environment is undoubtedly the great headboard-wall of wood in the rough. It is a great idea to update any bedroom. So you exit not very expensive, I advise you go to a wood store and buy tables to form (they are the cheapest and its rough appearance is perfect).

Then apply a walnut open-pore varnish and screw them to the battens fixed to the wall, it will suffice to cover the surface.

A branch for curtains

The mirrors are protagonists in some corners of this space. They can be gold or wood; recycled, inherited, or simply found in some rake. But it is important to have an antique touch so they do not contrast with the rest of the environment. More details: I love the bedside lamp at night, painted black and placed on three books.

decorating your bedroom

The bedside table, by the way, makes game with the comfortable in aged green-grey finish. To hang the curtains has been placed a dry, natural branch one hundred per cent, and the curtains are made with a subtle mesh Garnet. A resounding success!

Decorating Tips: small apartments

June 1st, 2013 Mark Comments Off

Live and organize themselves in a small apartment is not always easy. There are several limitations that still become larger in case the apartment is not his, but hired.

However, while living in small apartments can mean that space is limited, choices decoration is very varied.

By finding creative ways to add storage space and giving each area a distinct feel of the apartment, even the smallest spaces can be transformed into inviting and pleasant environments.

Check it out below some decorating tips for small apartments.

  • Appropriate furniture - Who says you cannot decorate the apartment with beautiful furniture and functional, you should only choose the least able to perform the functions and basic activities of day-to-day? A small apartment can and should be well decorated with beautiful furniture and stylish. The secret is in choosing furniture proportions and, if possible, is also multifunctional, ie, which can supply more than a need / function. This is the case, for example, with a bed stowage space (below or in drawers), banks interior storage space, sofa-bed or table meal and serving to work.
  • Define specific areas - sometimes space limitations make the environment can become confusing. In these cases, the best option is even opt to create barriers and areas for each function / activity. For example, for separating an area of a meal living area within the same division or divisions can use to distinguish up mats each functional area. Paint one wall an accent color or different can also be useful to create the distinction between the different areas.

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  • Maximize the available space - To save space in smaller divisions, which are shared by the family, a great strategy is to choose to have chairs or seats that can store when not being used, stacking them in a closet, for example. Use beanbags or pillows as comfortable rest areas is also a very effective alternative to save space, as can also be stored when not needed.

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Decorate the room with mirrors

May 31st, 2013 Mark Comments Off

Mirrors not only are super easy to install decorative elements, they are objects that offer lots of possibilities when it comes to give new life to a particular room. And it is that they hide a huge ability to create sensation of greater amplitude. They are also great decorations able to give a more current, happy and bright one bedroom style.

This decorative technique can be applied in any stay beyond home of bath, the hall and the bedroom. In fact, in living rooms and dining rooms you can look really good. We give you the keys to decorate with mirrors this area of the home then.

A special charm

If you think that your living room something missing, why not try to put a few mirrors? Placed correctly in a corner or on an empty wall, they highlight that area, giving it a special charm. That Yes, no sense placing a mirror against a wall without just decoration, since it would give the impression of emptiness and coldness.

On the other hand, if it is placed against a window, spreads a feeling of open space. Of course, a mirror on the wall of the living room can login environment to be more elegant, in the same way as a composition of mirrors of different shapes and sizes.

Visual effects

In addition, by placing one or several mirrors it is possible to achieve interesting Visual effects, such as the airy feel of space, an effect that can be very useful for small spaces or areas where the environment is very ornate furniture. And if it is placed against a window, spreads a feeling of open space.

room wall mirrors

On the other hand, mirrors foot, large and placed against a wall, slightly inclined, to reflect the roof also helps to make the same height look visually higher. And if you put a mirror of large dimensions where all the space to reflect, it will transmit the feeling that the place is bigger.

Another good idea is to choose a model with a rectangular shape and place it on the sofa. In this way, it will provide a perspective much more full of it, thanks to the objects which are reflected on the moon.

Ideas to decorate the interior of fireplaces

May 30th, 2013 Mark Comments Off

We will agree that the chimney is the perfect item to give warmth to the home, warming our hands and our bodies during coldest of the year. But, what we do with it when summer arrives?

Either because we have said good-bye to cold, because it does not work well, or just because we have other systems of heating, in many homes the fireplace is not in use. As these structures are beautiful, they don’t bother at all.

Moreover, it can be an ideal place to let our imagination, decorating their holes with different objects. Then we suggest you some ideas to decorate this space.

Place of storage

The gap that leaves the chimney can be useful to store different objects. This corner can serve, for example, to store wine bottles, to place a shelf, or even to keep those books that we never know where to put. And it is that in the fireplace opening fit many copies.

Natural touches

You can also fill the fireplace with flowers, providing color, freshness and much naturalness to the stay. If Christmas is not active, it is a good idea to put a small tree or any decorations related parties. In addition, you can fill with logs of wood to create a decorative effect of natural air.

decorating your fireplace

Collections and works of art

Fireplaces are ideal to display our collections, especially if it is large objects. Of course, if you put your best works artistic a call the attention of your visitors.

Candles

And if it doesn’t convince you any of these ideas, you can always install a good number of candles, which will provide illumination and a set of flames and shadows really interesting. You can place them all types, sizes and colors, achieving a result very intimate and romantic.

Tips for decorating a bedroom

May 29th, 2013 Mark Comments Off

The bedroom is one of the more intimate rooms in the House, representing an area of containment and privacy without similar for each pair one in the rest of the dwelling. For this reason, it is important to provide to the decoration of this room the attention needed to convert it into a personal sanctuary.

As you can imagine, before decorating a room of marriage to take lots of decisions related to color, furniture, and the location of each item… Most importantly, however, take into account the tastes of the two people who sleep in this room. So if you’re thinking about renewing your bedroom or just move to a new House, take a look to the advice that we give you below.

Do not recharge the space

When it will decorate a room should take into account that it is a shared room, so it should be considering the tastes of each. In this way, both feel that it is their space. It is also important to not reload the space with items that may distract you in your pursuit of peace and rest.

Lighting

Without a doubt, one of the keys to the double bedroom decoration is the lighting. As anywhere in the home, must be well lit, but you can choose to adjust the lighting option, since at times it may be necessary a dim light to relax and fall asleep and, sometimes, an excellent lighting for cleaning. You cannot forget place lamps in your bedside table and of your partner.

decorating a bedroom

Colors

Of course, the choice of the colour of the walls of the bedroom is very important. Taking into account that it is an area primarily designed for rest, best to opt for colors that convey calm, like cakes and clearings. The creams, beige and blue pastels and warm and cool colors will make your bedroom a perfect space. In addition, should avoid strong and saturated colours.

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