Are you looking
for a style for your condo? Our small
space decorating tips will make your
condo interior designing a breeze. Plus,
design experts bust common small space
decorating myths and share secrets that
will help you supersize even the tiniest
living space.
Kitchen
Kitchens are at the heart of modern
homes, so space is at a premium. Yet
there are many essential items and
appliances that need to be located
in the kitchen.If you're thinking
of redesigning your kitchen, shop
around and get at least three quotes,
as the cost of the design and installation
can vary widely.
The golden triangle- Much is spoken of the 'golden triangle' principle of kitchen design and there are many variations on the theme, but the over-riding common sense principle is that the most used equipment and work areas should be grouped together to allow the user to operate effectively and efficiently while cooking. Learn More
Bathrooms
The bathroom is usually the smallest room in the house. Apart from expensive designer baths or crystal bowl wash basins, designs remain simple, basic and uninspiring.
This is because the plumbing set-up often means the key elements of the room cannot be moved. Within these constraints the following hints may help:
Colour - white is the best colour for a suite because it's timeless and matches everything. Consider changing your suite to white - replacement toilets and wash basins can be relatively inexpensive and bath re-enamelling is now more reliable. Learn More
Japanese Dining Room
Room:
Dining Room
Colours:
Red; White;
Style:
Global; Modern;
Budget:
Medium
Programme:
DIY SOS
Designer:
Brigid Calderhead;
Feature:
Paper shutters
Put together a design that incorporates red, black and cream to create a room with Japanese influence. Minimal accessories, straight lines and a fish tank create a stylish Oriental themed dining room.
The walls
Paint the walls red to show off the paper shutters and all the finishing details. Red acts as a good contrast against the black of the shutters and the dining table.
