Dear friends,
So, you want to design your bedroom. Hmm... looks like you areserious about it.
Lets' get started quickly. whenever I hear someone say he/shewants to design/decorate a bedroom a lot of things come to mymind.
But, let me clear one thing, design and decorating are twodifferent aspects. When I say design, I mean a whole lot biggerperspective. Design includes a lot more maturity in terms of howyou perceive a space from within.
Of course I will cover more about design in some other article.Decoration is more close to everyday actions that can be takenin order to change or alter a space. Decoration deals withaccessories used in a space. Very small things, such as curtainrods, their color, lampshades, small statues, table cloths,light fittings, are all parts of the detailing.
It is not that design does not deal with these aspects, butdecoration is more do-able easily than the whole design process.
If you are not aware of the decoration techniques, or where tostart, I will give you a list of some place where you canobserve and get inspiration.
1)Of course, the World Wide Web: this Internet is a good placeto start. But the information on the internet is not alwayscompiled and sorted out, the way you want it to be, so you mighthave to look deep.
2)Local Book stores: Interior design magazines, books, brochuresfrom furniture manufacturers is a good source of inspiration.These books and magazines do their best to find out Works ofsuccessful designers, which can be quite inspiring.
3)Exhibitions: Exhibitions held by manufacturers of interiordesign products, can be a good source as well.
4)Movies and TV shows: Yes, these have a very high projectbudgets, so spend thousands of dollars every year to decoratethe sets. Just keep your eyes open and you will definitely findsome good themes in these too. 5)Look for hobby groups around inyour city, look for seminars of those who are successfulartists. Bedroom decoration includes detailing and payingattention to small things. Visit art galleries, where you canfind some good paintings, other related artwork, which canenhance the beauty of your space.
Finally I would like to say that it's your room and you are theonly person who knows better about your likes and dislikes. So start out immediately because "When There Is Will, There Is AWay".
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
A Guide To Master Bedroom Remodeling
One of the most pleasing decorating makeovers you can carry out is that of remodeling the master bedroom because this is a room where people spend a great deal of their lives but it can easily be more than just a place to sleep. When the bedroom is a good size it provides more versatility to enjoy it in other ways a place to relax in during the day or evening and not just at night. In Europe of course, in particular, France and Italy, the master bedroom has always had a more sensual feel it.
The main aspect of change if you remodel your master bedroom in to a more sensual place is the color scheme and you can achieve this by using shades of red, cream and peach. Of course to improve upon this and enhance the atmosphere further you will need the subtle use of mirrors and candles along with some beautiful tropical plants; I am sure you can see the appeal to this already. Although there are people that like to read in their master bedroom whether it is on the bed itself or in a relaxing chair this is not a new idea as it has been practiced for centuries when people spent more time in their bedroom.
Be sure to provide enough light for reading, which can be done without having to flood the room with harsh reading lights by placing softer lighting throughout the room. The colors used when you create this type of bedroom are paramount for it to work well, so use shades of antique amber or slate blue for example. If you are trying to achieve a sanctuary effect when remodeling the master bedroom, then soft pillows, luxurious throws, landscape paintings and mirrors will promote private reflection.
If you add the comfortable chair and a standing lamp then you will have a retreat that also doubles as a reading room. When remodeling a master bedroom this way, i.e. designed to create a place where you retreat from the world and unwind, it should provide feeling of total privacy which can be improved by displaying photos of friends, family, and places you love. To create a room where you will feel relaxed and have a good nights sleep then you will need to use darker shades of brown and blue, natural woodland and forest colors also work well.
Summary
Where space is not a problem then by placing a small television or writing desk, it can make the master bedroom feel like a place that you can completely retire to. If you are going this far then why not add a mini fridge and drink making facility which could turn your bedroom into a the equivalent of a personally designed hotel suite. Unlike other rooms in your home, remodeling the master bedroom can be allowed a great deal of flexibility; however, beware you don't go too far and find that once in there you don't have much of a reason to leave it.
The main aspect of change if you remodel your master bedroom in to a more sensual place is the color scheme and you can achieve this by using shades of red, cream and peach. Of course to improve upon this and enhance the atmosphere further you will need the subtle use of mirrors and candles along with some beautiful tropical plants; I am sure you can see the appeal to this already. Although there are people that like to read in their master bedroom whether it is on the bed itself or in a relaxing chair this is not a new idea as it has been practiced for centuries when people spent more time in their bedroom.
Be sure to provide enough light for reading, which can be done without having to flood the room with harsh reading lights by placing softer lighting throughout the room. The colors used when you create this type of bedroom are paramount for it to work well, so use shades of antique amber or slate blue for example. If you are trying to achieve a sanctuary effect when remodeling the master bedroom, then soft pillows, luxurious throws, landscape paintings and mirrors will promote private reflection.
If you add the comfortable chair and a standing lamp then you will have a retreat that also doubles as a reading room. When remodeling a master bedroom this way, i.e. designed to create a place where you retreat from the world and unwind, it should provide feeling of total privacy which can be improved by displaying photos of friends, family, and places you love. To create a room where you will feel relaxed and have a good nights sleep then you will need to use darker shades of brown and blue, natural woodland and forest colors also work well.
Summary
Where space is not a problem then by placing a small television or writing desk, it can make the master bedroom feel like a place that you can completely retire to. If you are going this far then why not add a mini fridge and drink making facility which could turn your bedroom into a the equivalent of a personally designed hotel suite. Unlike other rooms in your home, remodeling the master bedroom can be allowed a great deal of flexibility; however, beware you don't go too far and find that once in there you don't have much of a reason to leave it.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Tips on How to Choose your Furniture
The furniture in your home is indispensable for at least two very important reasons. One of them has to be the functionality of each piece of furniture that you have in your home. As true as it may be that, under very special circumstances, you could spend some time in an unfurnished home, I'm sure most of you can hardly imagine what life would be like without your bed and your nightstand, your living room sofa and your plasma TV table, or your dining room table and chairs. The other important reason is the comfortable and relaxed look and the welcoming atmosphere that the furniture in your home, together with all the other small touches, can give. Coming home to a pleasant and comfy atmosphere is what most of us need after a day of hard work. And even if we are not too beat up when we get home, this is still the place where we should feel most relaxed and comfortable, and the way we choose to decorate and furnish our homes influences that a great deal.
Your choice of furniture may depend on many factors. For instance, if the budget you allot to buying furniture is limited, then so are your options. It's true that you may find some very good deals, but it may take some time before you can find the best combination of high quality and low price, that is if you ever find it. And even so, you may not like the way it looks. If you cannot afford to buy what you like, the best advice we can give you is to wait for a while, until you can really afford to make an investment that will pay off eventually. You have so many options of furniture for your home, and some of them are the ideal combination of quality, elegance and a moderate price. But you cannot expect something that will last a lifetime to come with a measly price.
Now that the money issue is out of the way, you should focus on other criteria that you should use in your choice of furniture. The size of the each room you are about to furnish is a very important factor. You may literally fall in love with a bed that is too large for your small bedroom or with a dining table for twenty people, for which there is hardly enough room in your home. You can either draw some sketches on your own or purchase software for interior design. Either way, you have to know for sure what the available space is. This and setting the budget are two important factors that will definitely narrow your search down, because it really needs to be narrowed down, given the endless options that you have for the furniture in your home.
Deciding on the type of furniture you want for your home is as important as setting the budget and sticking to it or as determining the available space. You have to make your home comfortable at all times, and the furniture has a great role in that. For instance, a leather sofa looks great, but it can be very uncomfortable when the weather is hot if your home is not air-conditioned. If you have small children that are just discovering the environment and leaving their mark everywhere they go, you should probably opt for more practical furniture, possibly some pieces of furniture that can be easily painted and repainted, such as those made of pine. The same advice goes for those who have pets.
Above all, you should make a choice of furniture that lasts for many years to come. That way, you won't be forced to replace because it is no longer functional, sooner than you had expected, and find yourself in the very uncomfortable position of being financially unprepared for another investment in furniture. Choose your furniture in such a way so as to rule out any concerns related to its durability and reliability. Don't buy trendy furniture that you will grow tired of in a matter of months. Opt for something simple but elegant, something that is both traditional and modern. Amish furniture is all that and so much more!
Your choice of furniture may depend on many factors. For instance, if the budget you allot to buying furniture is limited, then so are your options. It's true that you may find some very good deals, but it may take some time before you can find the best combination of high quality and low price, that is if you ever find it. And even so, you may not like the way it looks. If you cannot afford to buy what you like, the best advice we can give you is to wait for a while, until you can really afford to make an investment that will pay off eventually. You have so many options of furniture for your home, and some of them are the ideal combination of quality, elegance and a moderate price. But you cannot expect something that will last a lifetime to come with a measly price.
Now that the money issue is out of the way, you should focus on other criteria that you should use in your choice of furniture. The size of the each room you are about to furnish is a very important factor. You may literally fall in love with a bed that is too large for your small bedroom or with a dining table for twenty people, for which there is hardly enough room in your home. You can either draw some sketches on your own or purchase software for interior design. Either way, you have to know for sure what the available space is. This and setting the budget are two important factors that will definitely narrow your search down, because it really needs to be narrowed down, given the endless options that you have for the furniture in your home.
Deciding on the type of furniture you want for your home is as important as setting the budget and sticking to it or as determining the available space. You have to make your home comfortable at all times, and the furniture has a great role in that. For instance, a leather sofa looks great, but it can be very uncomfortable when the weather is hot if your home is not air-conditioned. If you have small children that are just discovering the environment and leaving their mark everywhere they go, you should probably opt for more practical furniture, possibly some pieces of furniture that can be easily painted and repainted, such as those made of pine. The same advice goes for those who have pets.
Above all, you should make a choice of furniture that lasts for many years to come. That way, you won't be forced to replace because it is no longer functional, sooner than you had expected, and find yourself in the very uncomfortable position of being financially unprepared for another investment in furniture. Choose your furniture in such a way so as to rule out any concerns related to its durability and reliability. Don't buy trendy furniture that you will grow tired of in a matter of months. Opt for something simple but elegant, something that is both traditional and modern. Amish furniture is all that and so much more!
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