Black and white is a very celebrated contemporary design trend. Black and White is classic and classy!
A Black and White design can also be called a Yin and Yang Design. Yin & Yang are these two opposite natural forces such as day and night, hot and cold, sun and a moon which both need to exist… In the [...]
Rock crystal nugget chandelier – StudioWorkshops ByTherien
Crystals are used in feng shui in a variety of ways, all with one single goal – to create good feng shui energy in your Home.
The word crystal comes from the Greek word krystallos, meaning frozen light. Crystals have been used over the centuries for a myriad of purposes – from healing [...]
For years the elephant has been known as a sacred animal in the East. As the largest animal to walk the Earth, the elephant is known as a symbol of strength and power. It also represents perseverance, in that it is an extremely hard working animal. Some worship the elephant so much as to make it their [...]
There are natural arches like this one from the National Park in Utah
There are ancient and historical arches like these Oman Mosque Marble Arches
Designers and architects also use nature and history to bring or showcase the most exquisite elements to an interior. Arches represent a very architectural home attribute that brings elegance, grandeur and really uniqueness [...]
Love this small mosaic tiles! This Bathroom Design reminds me of a chic Moroccan style bathroom of a fabulous hotel resort.
With the arrival of spring, it is time to use light, sunny, happy colors for your home for more enjoyment of the warm season. Yellow stripes help achieve a really happy design look. You can use [...]
Love this round double sink and the family style look of this colorful bathroom. There are a lot of nice curves in this design…the sinks, the mirrors, the sconces, the flower vases, the sink legs, the wallpaper graphic…. it is all flowing beautifully… Bathroom Design- Source House of Turquoise
This is a [...]
Capiz shells and mother of pearl shells are one of the most popular sea shell component and specimen and natural material that is used for home decor because they are beautiful and elegant.
Capiz shells are carefully processed to make beautiful Capiz mother of pearl tiles and wall panels and all kinds of natural wall covering.
Capiz [...]
A great way of creating more space or the feel of more space is by using transparent furniture or accessories.
There is currently several firms designing and manufacturing Acrylic furniture. This see-through furniture looks weightless and is especially fitting when you have tight spaces like a city apartment or a small boudoir to design.
Here are some great [...]
The use of Black and White in design can create a stunning and dramatic decor.
There’s a rule in decorating that says that “every room can use a touch of black.” You might think this is strange if you have a room of pastels or jewel tones. But using the color black adds a focal point of color [...]
Painted floors are an interesting and artistic way to spruce up an old room. Forget re-finishing your floors. Use stripes, solids, geometric, and organic designs. They look fabulous painted on wooden floors. You can do everything from a shabby, organic look to a crisp, geometric paint job. A traditional stripe or diamond looks great, but [...]
Striped walls is by no means a new trend. Striped wallpapers have been around for over a century. However, updated stripe styles are making a resurgance in today’s modern interiors. Here I have created a gallery of various striped walls with descriptions.
My belief is that if you are going to stripe it up, you might [...]
Creating a haven of calm in your own bathroom is becoming a life essential with our busy schedules and many responsibilities.
The bathroom is the place where you can close the door on your problems. It is where you can be free from outside tribulations, family life and just be yourself.
You can just lock the [...]
Imagine being able to soak in your tub and move the wall to reveal whatever view pleases you most. This design by Ben van Berkel of UNStudio allows you to adjust the amount of privacy in your bathroom, with its curved, movable wall. Bathing in the comfort of your own home doesn’t mean having to [...]
Do you want to change your house? Are you tired of getting up and not only seeing the same faces, but also the same pieces of furniture, the same colors on the walls, the same curtains? We can t advise you to change those faces (that s up to you!), but we can surely recommend [...]
Country bathroom: Casual and cozy, with such features as a wood floor, beadboard paneling or pedestal sink. Accent pieces are painted or distressed.
- Country style furnishings are casual and comfortable — pieces have high, cushioned backs and large, rolled arms.
- Woods are light and grainy, painted or distressed.
- Fabrics are plaid, floral or striped.
- Personal [...]
Eclectic bathroom: Uses colors and materials that let the imagination run free
Mix different styles and periods.
- Design by instinct: If you love it, it will work.
- Shop at flea markets and specialty stores.
- Create cohesion with color and reputation.
- Don’t forget the details. Accessories like wall sconces, glassware and linens make a big difference in [...]
Modern bathroom: Sleek and clutter-free, with liberal use of materials such as glass, chrome and Corian.
- Modern style means clean lines and simple, geometric shapes.
- Modern, mid-century furniture is the way to go.
- Choose sleek materials such as stainless steel, glass and plastic.
- Keep wood pieces detail-free.
- Color schemes are simple and textures have a [...]
Learn the characteristics that make up today’s varied schools of style, along with design tips to ensure you get all the details just right.
You probably have a general idea of the difference between, say, classic and country designs, but a really pulled-together look depends on how you handle the details. Discover a bathroom design guide [...]
Does your bathroom look cluttered because of its small size? Do you want to create the illusion of more space? Having a small bathroom is not a reason to worry. By altering the lighting technique and setting of your bathtub and by making the right choice of colors, you can open up the [...]
Green is an easy color to design with. It is a color that most people don’t mind, which makes sense, because green is a very dominant color in nature. Green is a refreshing color.
Most people associate spring and the refreshing optimistic feelings they have when thinking about spring, with the color green. This is a [...]
Blue brings to mind a beautiful sky in summer and the calmness of a still turquoise sea.
Its coolness helps people relax and take life at a more leisurely pace.
Blue is one of the easiest colors to decorate with. Blue will appeal to a wide range of people because it is a calm and relaxing color.
In [...]
In theory, the color of a room has the power to affect your mood.
Colors can make you feel warm and comfortable, or anxious and excited. Some colors even make you feel hungry. Colors can become associated with events or people in our brains.
In Feng Shui, Color is one of the easiest ways to shift the [...]
Creating a haven of calm in your own bathroom is becoming a life essential with our busy schedules and many responsibilities.
The bathroom is the place where you can close the door on your problems. It is where you can be free from outside tribulations, family life and just be yourself.
You can just lock the door, [...]
French native Marie Burgos founded her interior design firm in 2007 with an emphasis on residential spaces which rapidly expanded to commercial design. Marie’s ultimate talent is understanding her clients needs and creating home, office and commercial interiors that are balanced, sophisticated, and highly functional.
