March 2009
Get the Most from Open Plan
March 30, 2009 by katie.barrett · Leave a Comment
Whether it be a sleek city centre apartment or a rural barn renovation open plan is the latest big thing in contemporary design. The feeling of space, flow and clarity has been utilised by most architects and designers who believe spacious and well thought out living is a key indicator for a good standard of [...]
Low Maintenance Terrazzo Flooring
March 29, 2009 by james.brennan · Leave a Comment
Low maintenance is the key to pet-friendly interior design. Flooring is a great place to start, since this area will receive a lot of wear and tear. Since accidents and mud tracks are inevitable, you’ll want something that is painless to clean. Carpeting will be a magnet for stains, clumps of animal hair, and [...]
A Stitch In Time
March 28, 2009 by james.brennan · Leave a Comment
Without fabric the world of interior design would be a much harder environment to work in- literally! Paint, wallpaper and flooring are all full of visual impact and can make quiet a difference in any room, but do any of these mediums have the versatility of fabric? Used to cover, create and soften, fabric fills [...]
Unique By Design
March 28, 2009 by james.brennan · Leave a Comment
The work of George Nelson- if it isn’t broke why fix it?
From its humble beginnings as nothing more than a family business, Vitra has come a long way. Now the standout company when it comes to individuality and design know-how, Vitra first began to make a name for itself through the company’s knack for spotting [...]
It’s Curtains for You!
March 28, 2009 by james.brennan · Leave a Comment
Of all window dressings, curtains offer the most options for your home. Timeless and period transcending they offer a unique mix of functionality and decoration. However, so much choice available, it is fairly easy to get it wrong. When choosing the perfect curtain designs for your window coverings always keep in mind the style and [...]
Some Assembly Required
March 28, 2009 by james.brennan · Leave a Comment
All kids enjoy playing outside. Understandably however, many parents are reluctant to let their kids stray far from the house due to growing concerns about the safety of our streets. Building a climbing frame in the back garden will not only provide your children and their friends with ample opportunity for fun and healthy activity, [...]
The City Slicker Garden
March 28, 2009 by james.brennan · Leave a Comment
Apartment living has made a massive comeback over the last few years. Younger home buyers or even those who have children that have flown the nest and are now wanting to enjoy their new-found freedom are relocating to the city centre. It isn’t hard to see why, in terms of amenities and entertainment, city living [...]
Finding Inspiration
March 28, 2009 by james.brennan · Leave a Comment
Design is all about inspiration. An architect or designer without it is like an artist without a muse- he is lost. During the Georgian period of British architecture, people would embark on pilgrimages lasting for years and taking them to every corner of the globe, such was the importance placed on being inspired. Of course [...]
Consumerism With A Conscience
March 28, 2009 by james.brennan · Leave a Comment
Designed to create better balance and equality in international trade, Fair Trade home furnishings such as hand sewn rugs or carved wood table lamps are becoming increasingly popular amongst stylish but discerning homeowners. Fair Trade home products contribute to sustainable development by offering better trading conditions to disadvantaged producers and workers in developing countries with [...]
Children’s Fabrics
March 28, 2009 by james.brennan · Leave a Comment
Children’s fabrics are a fantastic way to theme a child’s bedroom or play area without permanently affecting the décor of the room. Though paint, wallpaper and floor coverings are all extremely effective and visually impacting forms of decoration, the problem they present is their relative permanence compared to fabrics and soft furnishings. In most rooms, [...]
