Commercial and Residential Improvements
The Roche Bobois Spring Summer 2012 collection is inspiring with a burst of spring flair! The various shapes and colors makes you want to sink into one of their ultra comfortable sofas. The European design and quality is magnificent!!
Featured in the Bobois Spring Summer 2012 Brochure is the Perception Sectional in Leather. They offer over 40 colors to choose from to put this masterpiece in your home. The sofa design is by the ever so talented designer, Phillipe Bioux.
Guest Blog Post: Choosing Specialty Frames for Pictures: The Difference It Makes
After peering through a few websites regarding mirrors and frames, you seem unimpressed. You see the typical gimmicks: wood frames, square frames and even oval frames. Nothing jumps out at you and nothing seems to make you want to pull out your credit card and buy something. You try a different approach: you go to a special store selling mirrors and frames hoping the owners will have something that will “wow” you. Still, you find yourself unimpressed by the product lines that store offers. Some people want to convey a specific tone with a frame and even the glass, which is why some choose certain shapes, styles and colors to encase a picture with.
Specialty Frames
You want something original. You want people to look at a frame with a mirror and say, “wow, now that is something you don’t see every day.” Sure, oval frames are nice, but they tend to be a bit generic for people who want to stand out. You may want to place a picture or item inside the frame and want something original that people hardly see anywhere. For example, a hexagonal or octagonal frame is perfect for a large portrait or even for a landscape drawing.
They Say Home is Where The heart Is… There is no better way of showing how you feel about your home, than to spruce up your home with a few Home Improvement Projects.
The most convenient and least expensive way to show some love is with a professional Interior Paint Job. Changing the colors of your home can really put you in a fantastic mood and help to create new energy in your home. Check out the Sherwin Williams Concepts in Color – Visualizer for Design Inspiration Ideas.
The Sherwin Williams – Color Visualizer Program does a fabulous job, providing you with a host of ideas and tips on choosing a new color for your home.
Is your bathroom tired and in need of a new makeover?You can spruce up your bathroom without breaking the bank or taking out a new mortgage on your home.
Take for example that shower that you use every day. Are you sick and tired of that old shower curtain or tired shower doors that have water stain build up? How about the shower head that is rusted or not energy efficient? How about the original bathroom tile that was in the home when you purchased it 20 years ago? Or how about the low toilet that has definitely seen its day?
Don't settle for a mundane and boring bathroom, let your bathroom make a statement.
Kohler does a wonderful job of showcasing how you can have a sensational bathroom featuring cool products in their commercials. One tv spot that has captivated me several times is the "Contractor". It features the plumber testing out the fabulous shower system, while opera is playing in the background. It is clever and totally fun to watch.
Everyone is looking for fresh new ideas for the hottest new trends and styles for home improvement or interior design. However, how does a homeowner avoid those awful design blunders without going through trial by errors? A great way to start is with reading design magazines, such as Interior Design or Architectural Digest. Also, you can visit design websites such as Houzz.com, HGTV.com, Martha StewartLiving.com and a host of others.
I came across an article from Moen, a leading faucet and home accessory brand manufacturer on Tips to Avoid Design Disasters. At first blush, you may wonder what this has to do with faucets, since this is what Moen has been known for over the years. However, since Moen’s product line includes kitchen and bath faucets, accessories, showerheads, bath safety products, kitchen sinks for residential and commercial properties, it makes perfect sense for them to share helpful design advice. Full disclosure, at Donco Designs, we love the Moen brand and use them in several commercial and
Update your lighting. Have you ever wondered why some people look better in certain professional photos or why you feel better in some restaurants or can stay in the Nordstrom cosmetic section all day? I know that it sounds funny, but a lot has to do with the lighting. Why should you cheat your home from having thr best design? A popular place to spend money on is in the kitchen and bathroom? Adding recessed lighting in these two areas can do wonders for the atmosphere and making the rooms more enjoyable.
Have you made any New Year's Resolutions for your Home? Yes, you read it correctly, your home. Usually this time of year, people make resolutions about weight, health, finding a new job and other personal related things. It is not off the mark to make resolutions for your home for the New Year.
New Year’s resolutions for your home can include things like,
If you are into Bathroom Design, you read lots of Interior Design Books, visit bathroom design websites and visit home and bath retail locations for ideas. A few of my favorite design websites include: Architectural Digest, Kohler, Moen, Remodelista, HGTV and the phenomenol Houzz..com, which as an expansive collection of design and decorating ideas for bathrooms and kitchens.
When you are planning your bathroom renovation, be sure to incorporate a style that reflects your personality and taste. Don't fall into a trap with a theme that will look dated in a few years. During your Bathroom remodel, emphasize larger fixtures such as the bath vanity, bathtub, and shower. These large bathroom fixtures, can influence the theme of a bathroom. It is essential to choose a style that you will enjoy for years to come.
We oftern utilize the internet to get fresh ideas for bathroom renovations. This is a great place to start when trying for a more interesting look that is not boring. I recently came across a few interesting bathroom looks to share with our readers. Let us know your favorites.
The 2012 core of the year that has been making headlines and creating a sensational buzz in the news is Pantone’s 2012 Color of the Year – "Tangerine Tango" – a vibrant orange-red. I am so energized over this new color for 2012, since Orange happens to be one of my all time favs. I am overjoyed with ideas for uses in 2012.
Pantone is not alone in making a color forecast for 2012. Several major paint companies have done a great job in this area as well, including: BEHR Paints (By Home Depot), Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore. Check out a few highlights from these engaging color forecats below.
If you live in a Condo or have a home with a small kitchen, you do not have to settle for a cramped kitchen. With the right ktchen design and layout effectively using space, cabinetry and appliances, you can have a dream kitchen.
The Telegraph featured an article on kitchen spaces by the world renowned multi-use appliance maker Scholtès Multiplo. I was captivated by the design and style of the appliances so I visited the Scholtès website. The site took my breath away. The attention to detail of the appliances shoutted loud and clear that all appliances are not alike. Scholtès is in an elite class. Check out the site and see for yourself.
I was amazed to learn that Professional Chefs prefer compact kitchens, so that everything is in reach, according to the author of the book Essential Kitchens, Design guru Sir Terence Conran. This allows them to avoid wasting time "trotting to and fro".
Since the kitchen is a popular place in in a home and is widely used for preparing food and entertaining, keeping it well organized is essential for maintaining balance and harmony. Keeping your kitchen well organized and your commonly used kitchen accessories within reach at all times, helps to create a stress free area that is fun for cooking — and entertaining.
Try implementing these useful tips into your kitchen organization planning:
1. Adding a Dry Erase White Board can be a helpful tool to stay organized in the kitchen.
2. Adding shelves to store dishes and kitchen accessories helps keep these items on display. A low shelf beneath an island can hold holds large, heavy items, such as microwaves, pots, small kitchen appliances and books. Try adding an open shelf over the sink to store commonly used items.
