Hello. I’m Joanna, a writer for Arcadian Lighting, a premier source for brilliant chandeliers, pendant lights, and lighting fixtures in all styles and finishes. I have a passion for all things design and love to write decorating guest posts such as this one. In today’s post, I’ve included some of my favorite Venetian mirrors and the lovely rooms they call home. These mirrors are enduring classics that never go out of trend or style. Which is your favorite? A transitional living room features … [Read more...]
Kitchen Bar Stools Continued…
Here are a few modern kitchens that have kitchen bar stools facing the cook. The first one here is featured in the Transformer 3 movie: The Bad Guy's Kitchen! Hope you like them as much as I do. :)via MinimalUSAvia http://residenceart.com/modern-kitchen-design-ideas-with-curved-design/via trendzona.com via trendonza.comvia HGTVvia http://homes-interior.com/2012/07/06/bar-stools-kitchen.html … [Read more...]
Kitchen bar stools
Kitchen bar stools Kitchen bar stools add a modern touch to your kitchen. It adds additional seating in large kitchens where there is room for a breakfast table, and in small kitchens as a space-saving solution. Kitchen is just not a space where we cook, as we use the counter-top for so many other activities such as browsing online recipes, checking emails, paying bills, making a to-do list, and shopping lists. A kitchen bar stool is the most ideal seating for all these … [Read more...]
Capiz Shells
Capiz is a translucent shell that comes from marine mollusk a.k.a windowpane oyster. The name capiz is also a geographical location - a province in Philippines where these were originally found. This is how they are found along the shallow waters.. they are gently collected, cleaned, polished, and sold in bulk. Each shell breaks into two halves and can be cut into any shape. Capiz shells are ideal for lighting as it is semi-transparent, allowing light to glow through them. It also has a … [Read more...]
Ethnic yet Modern
My view of a modern home isn't just neutral colors, clean lines, or being minimal. Blending colors and patterns from ethnic styles add a modern and eclectic look to your home. Your home should reflect your personality, style and cultural moorings. When you have a sleek, clean, and minimal home, you won't have an opportunity to display the ethnic art/furniture/decor that truly represent yourself. I have a couple of examples here which you'll fall in love with right away! What do you think? The … [Read more...]
Zone your Home!
Zoning in interior design is the process by which different areas of a space get its own function. This space could be a room, a part of room, a cabinet, or even a closet. I use this principle in my own house to simplify my life. Zoning and organization go hand in hand. In my previous page, I talked about Organization and Creativity. On the other hand, this page is about zoning what you have organized. In simple words, zoning is when you group things of the same functionality for a task … [Read more...]
Office at Home..
The home office is just not a space where you charge your laptop, but a functional office where you are productive. To be productive, you have to be disciplined and not get distracted. It is not hard to accomplish this if you a have a suitable work space. First find a well-lit, clearly defined, and dedicated spot for your home office. Preferably, this spot is away from the busy areas of the house such as the kitchen and the family room. Limit personal things - awards, family photos, and … [Read more...]
On my Side!
Side tables in general are meant to complement the centered coffee table in a living room. However, a coffee table can sometimes take up valuable space in your room and obstruct traffic at the same time. In such scenarios, side tables can function as a small coffee table. More than one side table combined together can also substitute for a slightly larger coffee table. See examples below.source: … [Read more...]
Accessorize your Kitchen continued..
In my previous page, Accessorize your Kitchen, I listed some items that add color and function to your kitchen. In this page, I have pictures of kitchens that are rich in these accessories. You can see how a tea pot on the stove-top, utensil holder on the counter-top, bright kitchen towels that contrast with the wall, fruit bowls on the dining table, a clock, spice rack, canisters, a vase, etc., brighten these kitchens! Even white color accessories can add beauty and function to your kitchen. … [Read more...]
Savvy Shopper
I prefer to shop online. We all know the advantages and disadvantages of online shopping - it is open round the clock, it's the easiest way to find the best deal, and it is easy to get a promotion code. The package gets delivered wherever you want, but you cannot touch or feel the item. There are times when you are not sure about the quality, and you find it difficult to visualize its dimensions. Returns are not as easy as they appear to be, etc., etc. But with all this said, if you know what … [Read more...]
Accessorize your Kitchen!
Accessorize your Kitchen A kitchen should be an inviting, bright ray of sunshine in the house. It is just not the stove-top, microwave, or the pot/pans or the pantry that make up the kitchen anymore, you need accessories to brighten your kitchen. I have a few examples here - most of which I own. You can get these accessories online or at any kitchen store. Hope you like them.Utensil HoldersI personally think they are a must - you can save some drawer space, the utensils you need are … [Read more...]
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall!
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall! Mirrors have been used as decorative pieces and for vanity for centuries. The history of mirrors goes back to the 3rd century BC when mirrors were exclusive owned by royalty! By 12th century this changed, mirrors became a must for every women. Polished stone or metal were used as the first mirror, later mirrors were made by a coating aluminum/silver/gold on flat glass which then becomes a perfect reflecting surface. Earliest mirrors were hand mirrors. … [Read more...]