Plants are a wonderful solution to bring life

1. Plants. Plants are a wonderful solution to bring life, literally, for you to fill the space and the people "What on earth do I put in this room" area.

2. Furniture does not fit. Please, I beg those who are looking for new furniture set, do not buy a complete set. This is not creative. If you already have furniture that is not a good fit for you! (Or, sorry it was you who took the couch from the curb and that's why you do not match the furniture.)

3. Art. How awesome is this artwork. Perfect contrasting colors and told by the art, you may be able to find some kids in Craigslists paint something similar to a bribe from the McDonald's gift cards.
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Interior Design and Decorating Trends 2010: Paint Colors

Interior Design and Decorating Trends 2010: Paint Colors

The coming year, the painting and faux finishing will be greater than the use of wallpaper in the interior, as happened in the past. In the year 2009, we saw a lot of purple, blue, and metallic paint color. We will continue to see the purple in 2010, but in shades of light (like lavender). We also will see more pink - shades not girly, but lighter and more sophisticated pink - even used as the main color on the walls. And finally, because the green, crazy environment, a soft green palette will continue to appear in the house.

This trend will be hot for 2010.

"Rustic Modern" is one of the guests described how the interior designer Robert Stilin country home in East Hampton, NY, which features the American farmhouse coffee table mingles with vintage Arne Jacobsen Egg Hans Wegner chairs and stools. This trend will be hot for 2010.
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jasper goodall

: : first I was blown away by the .sneak peek. on d*sponge of  illustrator .sanna annukka's. home. I love the unique use of Scandinavian products and influences in her home, I would highly recommend checking out the photos. Then I learn that she is married to graphic designer .jasper goodall. and now I am completely blown away by his work. so much amazing creativity in one home!

: : fernando volken togni

: : this could be my new favorite illustrator.fernando volken togni. Love illustrations with icons that tell a story. and i love all the color of course. so glad I found this via .not cot.

diary illustrations

: : this is making  me smile right now. wonderful illustrations by .gemma correll. (via .yellowgoat.)
and she post daily diary illustrations on her flickr account-what a treasure!

click on the images to see them larger. 

wall collage

: : I'm looking for inspiration for our guest bedroom wall.It's painted dark blue. I want to do something different, something playfull. I love .yellow goat's collages. Especially the little people on the light switches.

beantown beanshare

: : On thursday night, I attended the .SHIFT Boston. awards ceremony at the .Boston ICA museum. 

.katie. & .morgan. (two architecture friends) and I have started a local project called .beantown beanshare. Our project was one of 18 finalist (out of 142 submissions) in the SHIFT Boston competition.

.beantown beanshare. is an urban garden share program aimed at matching would-be gardeners who have no place to plant a garden with neighbors who have unused outdoor space. we even provide easy instructions for how to get started so that anyone, even those with no gardening experience, can learn to grow their own vegetables.

beantownbeanshare.com connects gardeners and land hosts in just 3 easy steps! Our slogan "pairing eager hands with idle land" will make our city's greenspaces and ourselves more productive and healthy.

We are in the processing of building our website, and are hoping to be up and running in a few weeks. If you would like to stay in touch with us and be notified when we launch the full website, please sign up on our email list. Visit beantownbeanshare.com

Please help us spread the word about .beantown beanshare.!

Minimalist house design can be modern or contemporary in nature

Minimalism Practice

Minimalist house design can be modern or contemporary in nature. Unifying element to focus on shape, color, and texture, as opposed to ornamentation. Lighting in both cases tend to be in the design industry with a focus on light line, light art, and accent lights. Modern minimalist space usually feature a white or neutral wall with little to no work or window casing trim. Plain wall art and allows large accessories to take center stage. Major walls or glass windows are usually used to create a sense of airiness and maximize natural light. Modern layout usually open concept with a simple division that made the room with furniture, bookshelves, cloth, or low-rise closet.

Modern minimalist house design using geometric forms thick with polished finish and an asymmetrical balance. Textures are kept to a minimum, and the form takes precedence over function. Furniture is efficient in the form and fabric with a cloth or leather in a neutral color or tone-on-tone pattern. Metal accents such as stainless steel or chrome is often seen on pieces of furniture, hardware, or equipment. Surface and wood cabinets often receive polished or lacquered finish on the light wood color. Flooring is usually a simple surface treatments such as concrete, wood, linoleum, stone, or ceramic.

On the other hand, contemporary minimalist house design features a tough environment the same but with a softer approach and outline form. Sweeping curves and rounded lines in the layout of rooms, furniture, and accessories. The wall remained neutral but with warmer shades such as taupe, brown, cream, and beige. Pops bold primary colors are often combined with accent wall paint, art pieces, upholstery, or carpet.

Texture is also important to create the warmth and comfort in a contemporary minimalist house design. Microfiber or velours fabric add softness to the sofa and chairs while the feature plush carpets, fluffy texture. Works of art often colorful and striking contemporary space planted with energy. A contemporary minimalist design integrates the subtle texture of natural fabrics such as linen, cotton, wool, or silk.
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wrap with doilies

 

: : another great way to use doilies. (should have posted this one too before christmas)
via .style files. originally from .decor 8.

Rörstrand kulinara

: : .hanna werning. my current favorite swedish pattern designer, has designed a new line of dishes for Swedish china company .Rörstrand. called .kulinara.

I have a special love for Rörstrand as it used to be the center of the town where I grew up, Lidköping. The production was happening there up until just a few years ago when they moved it to China. Rörstrand was the reason we moved to Lidköping in the first place when my Dad took a job with the company. When the production was moved to Hungary and Sri Lanka, my dad decided together with a few other investors to buy up all the land and facilities of the factory. Today, the area has been developed into a design and culture center. The Rörstrand museum and shop still exists, shops and offices have moved into the old production facilities. And a great restaurant and skybar have been built in the center of the grounds. .Strand. restaurant and .Rymd. bar is most definitely worth a visit if you are traveling through Lidköping or live closeby.

swedish christmas

 

 

: : I should have posted this .dos visit. as inspiration before Christmas but I didn't find it until today.how I missed Swedish christmas this year. iz and I were fortunate to spend the christmas holiday together in New York City, we had a great time. but I sure missed my family, the tree, swedish christmas food, gingerbread making, lussekatter.....next year I want to go home.

these .dos. pictures are as wonderful as always. I wish .freja. could teach me how to make those paper christmas stars! my grandma used to hang white ones in the tree.

rock vases

: : It's a new year and today's date is completely symmetrical 01.11.10

Hope you all had a great holiday and a good start to the new year. 

Beautiful colorful rock vases by .jin kuramoto. via .below the clouds.

12th and Midtown - Atlanta's Latest Development

Atlanta recently welcomed the multi development 12th and Midtown. With retail/shopping, restaurants, offices, a 5 star hotel, and luxury residences, 12th and Midtown has become a hit in the city. 1010 Midtown is the residential portion of the development with prices currently ranging in the low 300's to well over $1 Million. A variety of spacious floor plans offer breathtaking views of Midtown and Peachtree street with granite countertops and hardwood floors in each unit. With Prada, Jeffrey New York, STK, and CB2 wanting to be a part of the excitement, bloggers and journalists have been calling 12th and Midtown the "Rodeo Drive of the south."

If you are interested in residences or office space at 12th and Midtown or any other Atlanta Luxury Condos, please visit tinafountain.com for more information.

Tina Fountain Realtors is a real estate firm specializing in Atlanta real estate and surrounding areas.