17 Cool and Unusual Coasters Creative beverage coasters will make a great addition to any bar or kitchen. Bread Coasters Set of unusual coasters designed to look like a loaf of sliced bread. [link] OXO Good Grips Coasters These cool beverage coasters are equipped with a pattern that holds liquid and promotes air flow so coasters won’t stick to glassware. Puzzle Coasters Elegant jig-saw puzzle inspired coaster set made of stainless steel. Chalkboard Coasters Perfect for writing down names of people and drinks at parties. Stay on Coasters Innovative beverage coasters will always “stay on” your wine glass. Wine Bottle Coaster Stays with the bottle and catches drops. Pallet Coasters Stackable coasters are exact miniatures of the industrial models. Fruit Coasters Unique coasters feature interior ridges designed to capture condensation and steady beverages. Cutlery Coasters Modern coasters created out of laser cut and folded steel sheets. Cheeseburger Coasters Set includes lettuce, tomato, cheese, meat, and two bread coasters.
10 Favorites: Wall-Mounted Desks for Children (and Teens): Remodelista Older 10 Favorites: Wall-Mounted Desks for Children (and Teens) by Julie Carlson Issue 8 · Winter Break · February 26, 2014 Newer Issue 8 · Winter Break · February 26, 2014 Share on email Our roundup of space-saving desks, wall-mounted edition. Above: A plywood wall-mounted desk by Dutch architects Atelier van Wengerden. Above: Designed by Nisse Strinning, the String Work Desk is available through Ambient Direct (shown here with the reissued Danish furniture classic Hukit chair). Above: The plywood wall-mounted Workstation from Finnish architect Takkunen's collection, Luona In, is €169. Above: A wall-mounted desk spotted on House to Home; photo by Emma Mitchell for Living Etc. Above: Rachelle of Kenziepoo made a desk for her daughter's room using two wooden boards and a pair of metal brackets. Above: The Wall-Hanging Desk from Denmark company Junior Living can be closed when not in use. Above: A Mash Studio Wall-Mounted Desk in a Chicagochildren's room by architect Julie Fisher of fcStudio.
The World's Best Beds: Where Daydreams Do Come True Luxury Beds To commemorate Valentine's Day, we've searched the world to find a collection of the most lavish, over-the-top, amazingly cozy, and unique beds a couple could ever wish to spend 48 hours in. Consider it a "bucket list" for romantic getaways-with pictures to inspire. By Lena Katz Sleeping With the Stars Bed | Los Cabos, Mexico One of the most romantic and elegant hotels in Los Cabos is Las Ventanas al Paraiso. Beach Bed | Riviera Maya, Mexico If there's one thing more indulgent than a mid-day catnap in the sun, it's a mid-day catnap where you can see and hear the waves, stretch out on your own personal daybed, and get a frosty beverage delivered with a wave of your hand. African Safari Bed | Xudum Botswana Further to the theme of beds for the daytime, this ultra-chic African cabana on the savannah serves a similar purpose as pool cabanas in Vegas: It provides a safe and comfortable spot from which to view the local wildlife. Star Gazing Bed | Mahua Kothi, India
25 Cool DIY Projects And Ideas You Can Do Yourself Here are some awesome diy project ideas that you can complete in a weekend. Most of the things we are showing here are woodworking projects but most are from intermediate to slightly difficult to create and build. Have a look below for inspiration to create your next fun weekend diy project and CREATE SOMETHING. A fun diy idea painting the wooden legs on chairs and couches Birch Wall Panel Modern brass chandelier made with scrapped brass pipe Driftwood Wall Mount Rack Easiest Bookshelf ever just wine boxes & binder clips Floating Storage Rack Four Jar Wall Vase Mason Jar Wall Storage Cottage Home Decor Industrial Shelving Pipe Shelf Wood Shelf Made From Local and Rescued Hardwood Maple Jewelry Holder Organizer Storage Necklace Holder Key Rack Jewelry storage rack, Reclaimed wood organizer with Vintage spoons, Found objects Lazy Under Bed shoes rack storage Mason Jar Wall Storage on Vintage Yardsticks Nail Polish Rack Any Color Holds 64 Polishes Paint Storage Rack Holds 81 2oz Craft Paint Bottles
Bedroom Design: 20 Ideas for Your Own Designer Bedroom Amazing pictures and great ideas can be almost as helpful in designing the best new bedroom as having a cool designer – and inspiration is free. From retro and vintage to modern and bohemian, small spare rooms to magnificent master bedrooms, here are some of the most creative and unique photos of bedroom interior designs online. Cool & Hot Colored Bedroom Design: An age-old interior designer trick is to start with a great color palette and work from there, finding, designing and painting around that first defining choice. From simple modern black, white or grey palettes the bright blue, yellow and red choices in the pictures above, this is a good way to start small and build a big space around a tiny color concept. Themed & Bohemian Bedroom Design: For those of a slightly different stripe (zebra, perhaps?) Japanese, Chinese & Other Asian Theme Bedroom Designs: Saved for last, inspiration from the Far East can be dangerous – it is a small step from cultural curiosity to crazy kitsch.
42 Pieces of Productive Office Furniture By: Tana Makmanee - Published: Jun 13, 2013 • References: When it comes to making the work day as efficient as possible, these examples of productive office furniture designs will certainly help you feel more willing and prepared to tackle your assignments and projects. Not having enough privacy or ability to work quietly can be a painstaking headache, and can often lead to a very unproductive work experience. These cleverly designed pieces of furniture however, are all equipped with unique and creative features that will make working in the office or at home a lot more convenient. From workspaces that are designed like miniature cubicles to allow for privacy to adjustable ergonomic chairs that helps support your back, these examples of productive office furniture pieces will make anyone feel more inspired to get their work done.
30 Contemporary Bedrooms That Will Rock Your World When it comes to , the design alternatives are endless. This is why taking a decision in this area could prove to be somewhat tough. We decided to make this process easier for you and present 30 fresh contemporary bedrooms that could be the starting point when decorating. Because floor to ceiling windows are a trend these days, showcased below are a few truly spectacular interiors with views over beautiful natural landscapes. Wood decors are warm and inviting, which is probably why some of the bedrooms may inspire a cottage-like atmosphere. 15 Coolest Pillows - Oddee.com (cool pillows) Blood Puddle Pillow If your idea of a good time is tricking people into thinking you've been shot, these blood puddle pillows are perfect for you. Inspired by those suspenseful moments when a sleeping loved one is a little too still for a little too long, they are an irreverent combination of comfort and fear. Alarm Clock Pillow This pillow is designed to gently wake you by exposing your eyes to a glowing cloud of illumination, gradually increasing in brightness over a 40 minute period. Alt-Ctrl-Del Pillows Reboot your livingroom with this three-pillow set, that look as if they’ve jumped right off your keyboard. iSleep Laptop Pillow Developed by Ivonne Dippmann, the i-Sleep pillow works in unison with your laptop and could transpire to be an indispensable travel gadget for those needing a little shut-eye whilst jet-setting to their next business appointment. Emoticon Pillows How are you feeling? Tissue-dispensing Pillow Fresh Salmon Pillow Scrabble pillow Pizza Pillow Girlfriend Lap pillow
30 Modern Dining Tables for a Wonderful Dining Experience For those who look for quality in design and manufacture, any dining table will just not do. This is where the search for the perfect table begins. Information is everything, so to insure that you have made the best decision about buying the perfect modern dining table, you have to know exactly what you want and then search for it. There are so many amazing designs out there and that make the choice even more difficult. 1. The first dining table in our list is the expandable dining table from Draenert. 2. The Ping-Pong Dining Table was designed by Singaporean designer Hunn Wai. 3. This next table comes from Italian interior design and furniture firm Arredamenti Diotti. 4. Resting on marble legs, the Cervino Dining Table can be found at Italian furniture developers Cattelan Italia. 5. This dining table named Action is a versatile satin steel covered table that can accommodate up to 10 people thanks to its extendible glass top. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.
What can you do with an old pallet? So many things! If you ever come across the opportunity to pick up a few pallets take a look at some of the ideas I have come across for recycling old pallets into furniture and other practical and decorative pieces. I would like to mention that the designs below were found at various sources on the Internet. Where possible I have mentioned the original source, but unfortunately too many do not. Make furniture for your home ABOVE: Mobius Living take pallets to a new level, offering clients the opportunity to buy ready-made coffee tables. ABOVE and BELOW: Who would have thought that a humble pallet could be transformed into so many practical pieces. ABOVE: All it takes is a few reclaimed timber pallets to make up your own living room furniture In the kitchen ABOVE and BELOW: Don't stop there... ABOVE: ReadyMade magazine transforms an ugly timber pallet into contemporary furniture for a dining room. In the bedroom In the garden ABOVE and BELOW: Rustic pallets are perfect for in the garden.
30 Thrilling Open Plan Living Rooms with a View Designing an open floor plan can be a great way to make your living areas seem more spacious. What is the first aspect that comes to mind when thinking about modern living rooms? For us it’s openness. The Joy of Adding Color to Your Apartment According to Your Personality! on DesignRulz So far you know that white is classic but too much white might cease to be neutral and become and element of stress. The good news is that white goes well with any colors. Look at this apartment! A spot of red or orange to stimulate your appetite in the dining room, some blue or green accents to calm you down in the living room and bathroom, orange and yellow for your kitchen and pastel colors in your bedroom; these are the color arrangements generally recommended by interior designers. But in your home, you are the interior designer. You should choose the colors according to your personality and your feelings.
Room for Color 2011 U.S. Winner Alison's "Vintage-Modern Blue & Grey" Room Congratulations to Alison, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, for her grand-prize winning colorful room. The deep teal-blue paint is an excellent backdrop to Alison's furnishings — from the dark gray sofa to a warm mustard-yellow rocker and in combination with the dark blue rug and navy and white patterned throw and pillow. View Alison's Entry » International Winner Bernd's "Eclectic Red" Room Bernd, from Vienna, Austria is our International Division winner for 2011. The palette he's chosen continues the fresh look kicked off by the eclectic mix of furniture in the multipurpose living and dining room. View Bernd's Entry » It's All About Color The Room for Color contest is our annual search for beautiful, colorful interiors. Or, if you are just thinking about bringing more color to your home but don't know where to begin, this is a perfect "Color Confidence" course. Schedule