Style of Design

Have you ever seen so much vitality in an apartment before? Usually, when we are dealing with so many colors, we have to overcome the huge risk of visually jamming up a room. However, in this situation it seems that everything is in its right place and the atmosphere that this apartment inspires is that of extreme energy and jauntiness. Especially designed for a young working couple, this house is meant to be a fusion of passions and interests. As their styles were very different and both wanted some of their own furniture to be integrated in within the new home, things were pretty challenging for the designers. All throughout the crib, you will notice interesting decorating elements such as classic wood furniture (his influence ) and unusual masks and shoes ornaments (for her). We have to say the end result is creative, fun and unconventional.-via micasa

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We have to say this home acted as a reminder that we should enjoy summer while it lasts. Painted entirely in white, this beautiful residence located in Costa Brava, Spain, inspires tranquility and warmth. A welcoming outdoor garden with playful and comfortable furniture greets its guests while in the same time creating a general idea of how this place feels. The interior design couldn’t be more appealing. Everything seems soothing and inviting, starting with the white walls, the original fireplace and not to mention the cheerful colors. Pink and blue items animate this home and together with the vintage wooden elements create an unforgettable, inspiring decor. We particularly like the pillows on the floors, as they contribute to the playfulness and overall coziness of this place.-via Desire to Inspire

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These contemporary exterior folding doors from NanaWall are incredibly cool. The NanaWall modern doors provide a great alternative to the traditional door. This vanishing wall lets you bring the outdoors in and connect to nature while still offering essential protection from the elements. The NanaWall features collapsible pleated screen panels sliding on a single 1/4-inch-high by 3/4-inch-wide floor track, which fold open effortlessly to reveal unobstructed views of the surrounding scenery, whether your home sits on a mountain, in a valley or high up in an urban condo with city views as far as the eye can see. Even when closed, these stylish folding doors feature glass and a barely-there frame that lets you appreciate the views from every angle. For more information on these cool folding doors, visit NanaWall.

So you like wood when it comes to furniture and interior design! There’s nothing wrong with that. In fact I share your passion for interiors filled with wood finishing. And I also happen to love wooden floors and that’s why I’m showing you today an out-of-the-box idea for your floor: the Boewer Wooden Carpet. In fact there are various Wooden Carpet concepts from Boewer you should check out before deciding on your favorite: the Wentwood, the Mortimer, the Sherwood and the Ashdown. Each version offers you various wood patterns that will help you create interesting shapes out of the carpets, especially in case you’d rather use them as décor elements. All four Wooden Carpets offer you various wood combinations and come in different sizes that will fit various rooms in your house. Are you ready to make a decision? Via Boewer

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From Arcsine Architecture and Bellusci Design comes the stylish Vesu Restaurant located in Walnut Creek, near San Francisco, California. Situated in the center of this small town, in a competitive environment, the new building is meant to attract and surprise. With an inviting, slick exterior and an even more impressive interior design, this restaurant seems like an ideal place for a fun evening. Even though the dining area looks very capacious, it is nice to see that it has an intimate feel. Here is more information from the architects: “To blur the boundary between restaurant and city, Arcsine wrapped the building with a contemporary wood-panel façade, installed large operable windows, and introduced an entry canopy—made with FSC-certified Eucalyptus—that begins at the entry, winds through the lounge, and terminates at the bar. These elements, combined with sensuous materials and rich colors, craft a provocative urbane space that is comfortable and connected.”

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The UNstudio is a bold design for an actual loft in New York and you’re definitely going to love it. Walking virtually inside the UNstudio you’ll find both suitable living quarters and your own art gallery so if you feel artsy enough then this is definitely a loft idea to consider. As you can see in the images below the available space is neatly divided between various elements of the loft and the lighting used makes sure the personality of each of these areas stand out. With each step you make you get to appreciate the seamless design and you’ll definitely be stunned by the view, which happens to be a focal point of this UNstudio in New York. Via UNstudio

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This isn’t the first modular couch/sofa we’ve seen here on Furniture Fashion and it won’t be the last either. The Sofa Alternativo is made of various different elements that can be arranged as you see fit. Unleash your creativity and make the most of the space available in your living room with this outstanding design. Not only is the Sofa Alternativo easy to arrange but it’s also easy to store and thanks to those built-in magnets in each element you won’t have any problem stacking those different pieces both vertically or horizontally. The Sofa Alternativo is definitely a setup to consider if you’re not attracted by regular sofa designs, but most importantly if your living room isn’t the most spacious one in the world. Via The Design Blog

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When you look out your window do you think of the treatments that adorn it?  Most likely you do not give them a second thought.  Window treatments are not only for décor and aesthetics of a room.  They provide security, privacy, protection from the elements, and sometimes make a good hide and go-seek spot for your kids! The windows in your home can benefit from window treatments and depending on your budget and the style of your home, there is one to fit your needs.  Here are 5 window treatments that your home should have, if not all of them, at least 3!

1.) Window treatments aren’t just for the inside of your home: One misconception of having window treatments is that it only needs to look nice from the inside of your home.  Have you ever driven by a home that had sheets or broken blinds hung up that you could see from the outside of their house?  This doesn’t mean you have to please the neighbors with your drapery! It means to take into consideration your curb appeal from the outside of your home when hanging window treatments.

2.) Decide your purpose and aesthetic you want to achieve: If you are a college student or on a tight budget your window treatments main purpose may be for privacy and that’s it.  While if you want a decorative feel to your rooms you have a different purpose.  For those that want an economical and effective privacy treatment, blinds are a good option.  They come in a variety of materials such as aluminum, wood, plastic and PVC.  Metal blinds tend to bend easily but are very cost effective.  PVC blinds can be made to look like wood blinds for half of the price.  Wood blinds are typically the most expensive but will last for years to come.

3.) For decorative window treatments, your imagination is the limit: Look at the décor of your individual spaces, and the style of your home.  More traditional homes may prefer long billowing fabrics with intricate curtain rods to accessorize them. For windows that look out on beautiful vistas, valances that only adorn the top of the window could be an option that works better.  Valances can be made from fabric, wood, metal, or a combination of alternate materials.  There are many do it yourself valance and cornice kits for those who want to create a custom look, without paying a professional to make them.

4.) Protect your furniture and control the temperature: Aside from the aesthetics, your window treatments help protect the inside of your home from the elements outside. Furniture, carpeting and home finishes can fade over time because of sun rays penetrating through your windows. If you live in extremely hot climates, such as the desert, consider using black out curtains to help redirect the harmful sun rays from entering your home.  Thermal curtains are also available for conversely cold climates and help keep cold air that seeps in from windows into your room.  If you don’t live in an extreme climate consider using decorative curtains with drawback ties, and using sheers below.  Sheers keep help diffuse harsh light, and give a pleasing indirect lighting glow to a space.

5.) Alter the feel of your space with window treatments: Do you have small windows that you want to give the illusion of being larger? Hang window treatments closer to the ceiling, and let treatment fabric extend to the floor, to elongate the feeling of the room. Do you have a wall of sliding glass doors and don’t know how to cover them? Consider visually breaking up the long horizontal view with coordinating window treatments placed at equal intervals along the sliding door area.  In the daytime these can be pulled back, while at night the coordinating materials will give a decorative flair to what could be a long, boring wall of fabric.

Use window treatments to enhance your home décor, but also to protect your home and its belongings. Consider different types of materials, and textures to compliment the décor and architectural style of your home.  For ideas look in home décor magazines and books to grab inspiration!

Freshome reader’s tell us what kind of window treatments you have in your home, and what you love or hate about them!

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Robert Therrien is a creative American artist with an impressive and unusual design portfolio. But it wasn’t until Robert created these truly unique overgrown household items that he became famous and was overwhelmed with media attention. And we can definitely understand why this occurred. Inspired by childhood fairy-tales, the “Larger than life” collection includes giant versions of common furniture elements such as chairs and tables. We even noticed there are some huge plates involved also. The set is fun, unique, original and certainly worth sharing. Even though this collection can not be considered “practical”, we think some of these giant tables would go great in a public park. After all, most cities could really use some creative projects in matters of urban furniture. Can you think of any other practical alternative?-via Toxel.com

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The following sofa could be a very interesting addition to your home especially as it can be used as a multi-purpose piece of furniture. The Night and Day acts as a sofa or a chaise longue during the day but can be transformed into a real bed when the night comes along in order to accommodate your surprise guests. The Night and Day, designed by Patricia Urquiola, comes in a variety of colors and sizes and will offer you plenty of accessories to go with it. The Night and Day sofa/bed system is now available to purchase but you’ll have to get a custom quote for it depending on how many elements and accessories you’re interested in buying. Via Architonic

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