Tuesday 18 October 2011

Choosing a bathroom mirror isn't as simple as it seems

Red bathroom square mirror

The bathroom is not just a small (though sometimes it can be very large) room without windows, with a sink and a private bathroom. There is room for decor items, as well as optional accessories and furniture. And one of the most important items here is, of course, the mirror. Think about how, for example, would you be able to shave without seing the result in your reflection. An additional bonus of having a mirror in the bathroom is that it visually expands the space and makes the bathroom more spacious. So, you understand how a mirror in the bathroom is of great importance and its choice must be done responsibly.

One thing to bear in mind is that normal room mirror isn't suitable for a batroom because there are special conditions of high humidity and temperature changes. The manufacturing technology of all mirrors is the same, regardless of their purpose, but te coating of the back side can vary. Bathroom mirrors have water-resistant backside coating, which allows them to successfully withstand the aggressive conditions prevailing in the bathroom area. Also, mirrors can be finished in aluminum or silver. Silver coating is far more durable, but at the same time much more expensive. When it comes to the frame - bathroom mirrors should be insert into rust-proof metal or plastic frame. A wooden frame is not suitable in this case as wood reacts to the negative high humidity.

All in all, if you consider all these aspects and pick the mirror correctly, it will remain clean and shiny for a long time, delighting you with a high-quality reflection. Bathroom mirrors come in various shapes, some quite fancy, but generally they are always square (rectangular), round or oval. Pick a mirror that fits into the overall design - here are some pics to help you make your choice.

Stylish bathroom mirror

In-built bathroom mirror



Blue bathroom mirror

Bathroom mirror

Monday 17 October 2011

Black and white interior never goes out of style

Black and white living-room

Black and white are the two most important colors that are so common that sometimes are not even considered colors. However, these two colors can make an amazing amount of brightness and power in any room, regardless of its layout and function.

If black is used in a bright room, it can lead to striking changes in visual perception and focus on something specific. If the room is decorated in a deluxe bright color, then the black will attract attention and add a room sophistication.

The combination of black and white gives the room elegance and serves as a perfect base. This combination of colors creates interior to fit any style. Black and white tile floor, black marble inlaid with white or black stained wood floor and a high white baseboard - a combination like this will add luxury to any interior. If the walls are painted in white or ivory, they will be a perfect canvas for a collage or painting. The use of black frames with red or golden mats will add exciting momentum in the decor.

Black and white bedroom

Another of the advantages of black-and-white motifs are visually increase the room. A small bathroom with white walls and black marble vanity, sink and snow-white coal fixtures, won't leave anyone indifferent. A touch of black to give the room depth of detail: a white linen and black frame bed, black chair in the bedroom, all this will be an excellent basis for the unusual interior.

Black and white bedroom design

Inside the dining room elegance and sophistication are added by white porcelain, black border on the tablecloth or napkins. In the kitchen you can use ordinary black iron frying pans, utensils etc, hanging them on walls or ceiling. Using these details in the decoration of the room will add comfort and country-style coziness. Not only is this beautiful and practical, but also highlights the exquisite taste of the hostess.

Black and white kitchen

Fashion and interior designers also love the combination of white and black. No other combination can be combined with any other color, at the same time emphasizing the brightness and freshness of the decor. Simple geometric shapes and strong opposition of one color to the other guarantees your style will be noticed.

Black and white interior

Dearkids children's bedrooms - let your kids have fun the Italian way!


Dearkids is an Italian company that specializes in children furniture. The 60+ years experience of the company made them so good at what they do that you just can't help but stare and wish you were a kiddo again to have a bedroom like the ones shown below. The dominant clors are blue, orange, pink, purple and the whole impression is of cuteness. Particularly enjoyable are the wall arrangements (vibrant butterflies, clocks, paintings etc) as well as all the tiny elements: carpets, flowery decorations, pretty mirrors, puffy pillows.






Sunday 16 October 2011

Hallways can be beautiful too!



Hallway design at first glance seems to be simpler to create than, for example, the design of rooms or kitchens. In fact, the design of this small part of the apartment needs to be creative and at the same time efficient. Entrance hall and corridor are the thing that creates the first impression of your apartment. Their design must meet both the requirements of comfort and of functionality.


Entrance hallway can really be beautiful! The attched photos of already completed design projects are the best proof of that. If your have just a tiny hallway, there is no need to get upset, making false conclusions that it is difficult to do something really stylish, original and easy.



Much attention in the hallway design should be given to lighting. As a rule, in the corridor there are no windows, so the space is dark with typically no option to hang or put a large lamp, so the best solution would be spotlights that can be built in into the furniture.


But the interior of the hall or corridor isn't only colors, lighting and redevelopment. The furniture you choose plays a really important role in developing the overall design. This could be a whole suite hallway. You can safely opt for it when the hall is spacious enough. However, if you have a small hallway, then your attention should be on the variety of items of furniture. All furniture stores offer good solutions, but if you want to have a unique design of the hall and corridor, there are a lot of studio furniture designers who will take into account all your wishes to add life and harmony to the overall style of your home. By entrusting the design and interior of your hallway to a professional, you will make sure that positive mood is delivered to anyone entering your home, most importantly yourself!

Saturday 15 October 2011

A combined kitchen + living-room design


In cases when it is necessary to unite the living room and kitchen, we need to use the so-called decorative minimalism. A kitchen combined with living room should be divided into two zones with a very small number of objects. As a consequence of this, the living room and kitchen almost lose the boundaries between their areas and become unified. That is, all attributes of the kitchen should suit to what's located in the living-room and vice versa - objects in the guest zone must mesh with the kitchen theme. This can be expressed for example in a smooth transition of kitchen countertops in a certain design bar.

In apartments with very little space, the space should be used as a studio apartment, hence increasing the usage of valuable space. By removing unnecessary walls, people give their life a greater area of ​​ergonomics. And these apartments visually acquire merging boundaries and a significant increase in space. However, this studio layout has its drawbacks, such as the smell of food spreads throughout the apartment. Even so, a kitchen combined with living room, as in the photos presented here, gives best value to human comfort, considering that people tend to spend quite a lot of time in the kitchen, not to mention those who ae mad about cooking.





Marine style kids room


The kids room can be made original and interesting in a very simple way. If you have fantasy and imagination, you will easily come up with designs for your boy's room (and why not your girl's rom too), all you need is to have an idea of the child's hobbies and favorite characters.





Rain-like shower style

Rain-like shower style

Usually the interior bathroom design drawn considerable attention to the walls, floor, ceiling and furniture, but few people pay attention to the design of the shower itself, which can also be different and impressing. Shower in a rainy style shower - the perfect choice for those who appreciate beauty, together with convenience and comfort.

Rain-like shower

Rain shower style

Rain shower