In summertime, a conservatory is always inviting, making the perfect place to sit and enjoy a long cool drink. But at other times of the year it can feel cold and unwelcoming, so why not use these three simple ideas to turn your conservatory into a year-round haven.1: You can never have too many cushionsConservatory furniture is often made of rattan...
Monday, 23 November 2009
Set Up A Flat Screen TV In Style
New, modern flat screen TVs can really dominate a room, taking away from the style that you want. This is especially true when they are mounted on a TV stand that is meant for an old-style TV, which makes them stand out.There are two options if you want to soften the appearance of your flat screen TV – you can either mount it on the wall so that it...
3 Simple Ideas For an Inviting Hall
Your hall is the first room that visitors see, so it’s worth spending a little time getting it just right. Use these handy tips to make your hall the inviting, comforting space it can be.1: Pick a warm and appealing colour schemeGo for a modern tone such as a refreshing olive green to really make sure that your hall feels cosy and welcoming. Pair it...
Tuesday, 17 November 2009
Pick The Right Furniture Finish For Your Room
If you’re thinking of rejuvenating one of your rooms with some new solid wooden furniture, then it’s worth taking the time to consider what effect the furniture’s finish will have on the room.If you are furnishing a bedroom, then you’ll want to find a soft finish that does not reflect too much light – consider a waxed finish, or even a stain, to bring...
Make Your Coffee Table Count
The coffee table is the focal point of the lounge, and while there are many elegant, funky or sleek styles that are available, it is not just the table itself that dictates the room’s look, but how you choose to accessorise it.If you have chosen a table with built in storage, then make sure that you use it to its full. Any shelves can be filled with...
Make Sure You Have Enough Wardrobe Space
If you have a spare room, then why not consider turning it into a dedicated dressing room, with a stunning dressing table and stool, a full length mirror and walls lined with wardrobes so that you always have the space that you need for your clothing.A dressing room is a great way to make absolutely certain that you have enough space for all your family’s...
Have a look at this Cutting Edge Modern Bedroom
If you live in a modern space, and you’re looking for an up to the minute look that incorporates the effortless warmth of wooden furniture, then take a good look at this stunning room, with its large full wall window and solid wooden floor.The owners...
Tuesday, 3 November 2009
Using Pine To Create A Scandinavian Bedroom
Solid pine is both affordable and stylish, and is the cornerstone on which the school of Scandinavian furniture design is built, so if you want a relaxing, minimalist bedroom that is relaxed and inviting, why not make use of this stylishly simple material?For a Scandinavian look, the first thing you need to do is to simplify the walls - get rid of...
Turning A Utility Room Into A Stylish Space
The utility room is almost always a dull, grey, uninspiring place whose only purpose is to store a freezer, tumble dryer or linen closet, but it does not have to be this way. With a little thought, your utility room could be a great space that you will enjoy visiting, and you'll be able to put a bit of style into laundry day.The first thing to do is...
Modern Fireplaces For Winter
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As the temperature starts to plummet into freefall, the fire once again becomes the focal point of the living room. In a modern home, a fireplace can look out of place, but with the vast array of modern fireplaces available, then you are sure to be able to find something that really sets your room's look on fire.Modern fireplaces are often built around...
3 Easy Ways To Organise Your Study
A study can be an inspiring place, where you can read, work on creative projects, household finances, or even run a small business, but far too often, a study can become a cluttered and oppressive room that nobody wants to use. That’s where these three tips come in.1: Get some stylish filing cabinets Throw out those horrible old metal office filing...
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