Muoi (2)

An outdoor kitchen and dinning room ?
Nice..
(Source : From Muoi movie)

Muoi (1)

Planted bathtub with a great bathroom design
(Source : www.From Muoi movie)



BATHROOM TILE

	Your bathroom tiles can set the tone for the whole space. A dynamic flooring pattern flooring pattern or a deep wall color can make the difference as you remodel your bathroom. Obviously, a nice bathroom needs a tile floor. Tile is a premium product and as such represents an impressive upgrade over any other floor. The only disadvantage is the cold feel. No body likes to walk on a cold floor in the morning. There are several steps you can take to make sure you install the perfect tile or stone in your bathroom. Use warm-colored floors. Use the softening effect of warm-colored floors to offset the cool looks of fixtures. Paint the walls a warm color (soft gold, warm russet) to counteract the 'coldness' of tile, flooring, and porcelain fixtures. Be conscious of color: color can greatly affect the human psyche: it can induce feeling and set the mood. When beginning a design, it is important to find out what colors calm you. Begin with a neutral base, such as beige. Brighter colors can be brought in through accent tiles and accessories. (Article source : www.abathroomguide.com)

You, Me and Dupree (3)

One of my favourite reference for my future kitchen..
(Source : From You, Me and Dupree movie)

The Martian Child (3)

Another kitchen's reference :)
(Source : From The Martian Child movie)

Jhon Tucker Must Die (3)

Loves blue and lots of pillows ?

(Source : From Jhon Tucker Must Die movie)


DID YOU KNOW ?

Pillows were originally used mainly by the wealthy, and have been found in Ancient Egyptian tombs. The difficulty of sophisticated dyes and sewing techniques led to the development of pillows as an art form, with highly decorated pillows becoming prized commodities first in China and Persia and later in Medieval Europe. The Industrial Revolution saw the mass production of decorated textiles and decorated pillows. Traditional Chinese pillows are often hard boxes made from stone, wood, metal, or porcelain instead of stuffed fabric.

(Article source : http://en.wikipedia.org)

If Only (3)

A meeting / board room's good reference

(Source : From If Only movie)

Feast Of Love (3)

Sneak peak to Morgan Freeman's house in Feast Of Love
Watch the movie to see that
(Source : From Feast Of Love movie)

Closer (3)

Another good reference for a studio apartment..
(Source : From Closer movie)

I love the couch here... :)
and oh yaa, Julia Robert is a phenomenal actress
I Love her

Butterfly Effect II (3)

This is a good reference too :)

Watch the movie, I just can't explain it more..
(Source : From Butterfly Effect II movie)

Because I Said So (3)

I love the lamp. Generally I love this Mandy's house.
You know what to do if you want to see her house here.
(Source : From Because I Said So movie)

Alvin And The Chipmunks (3)

Another lamp design that I like. You ?
(Source : From Alvin And The Chipmunks movie)

Music And Lyrics (2)

A good reference for small to medium apartment..
Just watch this movie to find out the other rooms
(Source : From Music And Lyrics movie)

License To Wed (2)

Another outdoor lamps that I like.. (I love the trees too..)
(Source : From License To Wed movie)

Feast Of Love (2)

Your mansion need some lights ? Perhaps this one is a good one for the reference..
(Source : From Feast Of Love movie)

Closer (2)

Different types of glass, you should have those..

A very simple kitchen's reference..

Need your recipe books near you when you are in the kitchen ?
(Source : From Closer movie)

SMALL KITCHEN STORAGE TIPS

When I think of what I REALLY use in my good-sized kitchen on Long Island with the important disclaimer that I am probably an average cook, average being defined as a GOOD cook (of course!) and one who enjoys cooking, but perhaps not one who cooks with abandon on a frequent basis, needing a batterie de cuisine my disposal at any given moment, it is helpful to get perspective on what one THINKS one needs, which may be different than every-day habits. That was a run-on sentence if I've ever seen one....yeeesh!

Point being...some back to basics thoughts for small kitchen storage planning:

1. Be honest with yourself...what do you really need, what will you really use in regard to cooking equipment?

2. If you want the bread maker and the rice cooker, can they be stored elsewhere in the apartment/home if there is no room in the immediate kitchen area? I don't want you to do without it, but consider alternative storage places...like under the bed or in a closet if you need to.

3. Counter space rules in a small kitchen. It sounds obvious but bears repeating: Put as much away or on shelves as possible to keep your countertops clear. I think all of us are surprised at how quickly we get used to items accumulating on our countertops.

4. If possible, put the paper towel holder on the sink cabinet door as well as a basket for the liquid soap and sponge. A pull out towel rack can be fitted in a very small space in the sink cabinet as well.

5. Periodically, every few months, take stock of your pantry items and organize them. You will be more likely to use those items which previously could not be seen and not buy duplicates. Organize them as to size or type, whatever works.

6. Do the same for the refrigerator. You are less likely to buy those extra condiments if the refrigerator is well organized. Organize by size or type.

7. Think about removing pantry food items and storing them the new old-fashioned way to save on storage space - in Tupperware type containers. Also check out Rubbermaid and the Container Store.

8. Everything should have a home. Again, it seems obvious, but the home for all items and categories of items should be clear and obvious so accessibility is quick and efficient.

9. Have a nearby closet? Use the inside door as a spice rack, hanging spot for pots on a wire grid, flat pans, or other tools for easy access.

10. Organize pots on this handy item, the Pantree. Use roll out shelves were possible in base cabinets. A Pantree on a roll out shelf sounds great to me!

This is not meant to encourage you to pack in all the storage you can in your kitchen. Just as in any size kitchen, I want you to carefully consider, probably more so than one would in a large kitchen, the equal importance of aesthetics. If a bit of storage needs to be sacrificed for a decorative item like a painting or shelf with a few items for display, make that sacrifice, please! I want you to be surrounded with a meaningful and aesthetically pleasing kitchen interior. I cannot overstate my opinion on this. A small kitchen should not be solely utilitarian....just because it is space challeneged. You deserve both, aesthetics in regard to personal decoration AND function!

(Source : www.thekitchendesigner.org)

The Sixth Sense (2)

A palm tree inside the house ?
It works for the house that have room's size like this..
For your hotel, perhaps.. ?
(Source : From The Sixth Sense movie)

The Sixth Sense (1)

The scenes in this movie are mostly kinda bleak.. but a love some of the furniture here. Such as the fabric that lies in that empty couch..
and..

..the couch of course. Well, it looks like a conventional one..
but there's something warms about being a conventional..
(Source : From The Sixth Sense movie)

License To Wed (1)

Have a house with a great sea view like this ? Wow..

Lots of plants will make your place become more 'wow'..
(Source : From License To Wed movie)

Jhon Tucker Must Die (2)

I love the windows..
(Source : From Jhon Tucker Must Die movie)

Jhon Tucker Must Die (1)

Do you see the desk lamp's design ?
Oya, and watch this movie, because this movie have a good rooms references too
(Source : From Jhon Tucker Must Die movie)

If Only (2)

The other side of the kitchen..

I love the clock.. match to the kitchen theme.. simple..
(Source : From If Only movie)

If Only (1)

Another kitchen design references.. Hehe, I just love a nice kitchen
(Source : From If Only movie)

Feast Of Love (1)

I just love this wall gate and the leafy tree that welcomes you..
oya, you have to see the garden too.. (later, in my next post)
(Source : From Feast Of Love movie)

You, Me and Dupree (2)

A nice and simple American House.. watch this movie, to find out how Kate Hudson house like this time
(Source : From You, Me and Dupree movie)

You, Me and Dupree (1)

I love the door.. (and Kate Hudson of course)
(Source : From You, Me and Dupree movie)

The Martian Child (2)

A nice kitchen ? That's what i like.. and this movie show me one..
(Source : From The Martian Child movie)

KITCHEN DESIGN TIPS

Planning a kitchen design, whether a remodel or new construction can be a Herculean task filled with many more decisions than you ever thought possible. To complicate matters, people sometimes buy into myths about kitchen planning that can cost you the look or function you really desire. Here are some common misconceptions on kitchen design and planning.

The dishwasher location: Conventional wisdom says if you are right handed then it belongs on the right side of the sink. Simple,right? Wrong! It can be on either side but most people become used to it on one side or the other and that is just preference. I like to put it where it works best for the design and accessibility to storage. And while on the subject, please disregard the raised dishwasher idea that came and went as fast as platform sneakers. Raising a dishwasher sounds good in theory but think about how silly it would look and function having the counter right next to your sink raised 6 inches or so? Sort of like, hmmm, platform sneakers!

The trash pullout next to the sink: If you are dreaming of a well appointed kitchen, place this nifty feature high on your list of “must haves”. But, don’t be locked into placing it by the sink which is the default location of most designers and architects. Place it where you are doing the most prep work…where you need to swoosh scraps and debris. A bonus is to put it close enough for other people to access it without bothering the cook’s flow of work.

Marble counters won’t work: Yes, heavy sigh ,it is more maintenance than some other materials. So is a foreign import car. Does not keep people away from them does it? Marble has been around for centuries and is a classic choice. It is a beautiful, organic and living material than can be used in kitchens or bathrooms .Honed is best for not showing acidic etching and yes, it does need to be resealed periodically. And that is as easy as wiping down your tops after a meal. Don’t be a wimp. If you love it, use it.

Raised bar hides “the kitchen”: If you prefer a raised bar on your island over a single height island, usually this is just personal choice, although some designs work better one way or the other. Just don’t say it is because it hides anything in the sink or on the cooktop. How much can you hide behind 6 inches? Make the decision based on what works for the space not because you think you are fooling anyone into believing your dirty dishes are not really in the sink.

Break out of the work triangle: Simply, kitchens have evolved into a multi-dimensional aspect of the home. We do not live as we did in the ’50’s when the work triangle was determined to be the arbiter of all good kitchen design. Better, contemplate the ergonomics of how you move about the space. To quote my favorite designer, Johnny Grey, “The working triangle is a very limited and out of date concept”. A point to point path is good common sense but today you are better off thinking of dedicated work areas and targeted storage. Basically, what are you doing and where? And who might be in the space with you?

Flooring: The chicken and the egg debate. What goes in first? The floor or the cabinetry? Put the floor down first in almost every application. There. I said it. Let the feathers fly!. Insist on this if you want a well executed kitchen plan with no transition issues that molding has to try and cover. And, if you are in the middle of a remodel right now and you are keeping existing floors…bet you wished they were underneath your cabinets don’t you?

(Article source : www.kitchendetails.wordpress.com)

The Martian Child (1)

This house design is one of my favourite. Check this house out, you'll find a pool, great rooms designs, etc
(Source : From The Martian Child movie)




HOW TO MAKE YOUR POOL WATER FRIENDLY

Global warming is no longer regarded fiction. As the temperature rises the thought of going for a cooling dip in a pool becomes more and more tempting. The only problem is that with the rise in temperature comes the loss of available freshwater, dam levels are dropping and water restrictions are in place. The socially responsible thing to do if you own a pool is to make sure you conserve your pool water, that your pool is “water neutral”.

Here are 10 tips to help make sure your pool isn’t a strain on water supply and that it is “water friendly"

1 Install a pool coveer – it will dramatically reduce evaporation and make substantial water savings. Consider also installing a shade cover to further reduce evaporation.

2. Install a pool dedicated top up water tank, connected to your guttering to harvest rainwater. Check with your local water authority for details on government rebates.

3. Regularly check there are no leaks in your pipe system or pool. If in doubt call your local pool association member to check it out.

4. When purchasing your pool or spa consider a cartridge pool filter which does not need backwashing and can save thousands of litres of water a year. If you have a sand filter, ensure you only backwash when necessary.

5. Always keep your pool water correctly balanced to avoid having to empty polluted water.

6. Install a rainwater diverter which will divert water to the pool via a garden hose any time it rains, usually costing as little as $20.

7. Do not overfill your swimming pool as this will waste water and hinder filtration.

8. Ensure that the pool is kept free of any dust, leaves or debris which can cause problems with filtration. Check the pool after any storms to clear any debris.

9. Discourage rough play. Bombing and splashing water onto the pool deck increases evaporation and wastes water. Keep pets out of the pool.

10. Conduct an audit on your home and replace any water inefficient showerheads with Triple A water saving showerheads which for a family of four can save an estimated 30,000 litres annually the same amount it takes to fill an average pool.

(Article source : www.completehome.com.au)

Closer (1)

Your attic si your bedroom ?
It's O.K, theirs too..
(Source : From Closer movie)

DECORATION TOUCH IN ATTIC BEDROOM

The color palette is a chief consideration when designing your attic room. To create the attic room feel bigger by using colors which reflect equal brightness, or using a monochromatic color palette. We can use a moss green color palette, or if you desire more color you can paint with hues of purple, blue and green that all show the same tone and intensity. You can also add depth to a room by painting the wall opposite the entrance a deep intense color. One trick for making your room appear larger is to paint the walls a hue which appears to make them recede - grayish or blue gray hues are often used for this. However if that sounds too bland, don't worry because cool colors such as purples, blues and greens also recede so you can use your attractive colors without making the room feel cramped.

Use furniture sparingly and try smaller items. Instead of having bureaus, try using under bed storage which will make it seem more spacious while still allowing for plenty of storage for clothing. One thing you can do to add interest is to mix in a few larger scaled items, like a big cheval mirror, which not only add character but will actually make your attic bedroom feel like it is bigger than it actually is.

Think of features you could add to your design theme which will help to make good use of space in the attic room. A minimalist or Zen like design style could work better as it will be less cluttered hence making the room look more spacious. No matter what you decide, remember to be certain that you like it, this should be a cozy, comfortable space.

When decorating a small attic bedroom you should also think about things like the placement of your furniture and accessories. Utilizing the principals of Feng Shui in your attic room can help bring harmony to your home. Making sure doorways are clear of furniture can help make it seem bigger. Plus, if you can focus the eye on the larger pieces like a big mirror, it can help make the room feel more open.

Try to be creative and your feeling outside the box - anything you can do to add interest to your attic bedroom will be sure to take your guests mind off of the small size of the room and onto it's charming appeal!

Butterfly Effect II (2)

An Entertainment nook with a grand view ?
Wow, just watch this movie as your reference..
(Source : From Butterfly Effect II movie)

Butterfly Effect II (1)

Wanna pimp your apartment but confuse because how big your is ?

Sneak peek the design in this movie..
(Source : From Butterfly Effect II movie)

Because I Said So (2)

Simple and still have an exotic look, good reference for your living room
(Source : From Because I Said So movie)



SMALL LIVING ROOM DESIGN TIPS TO FOOL THE EYE

If you have a small living room, chances are you also have small furniture and fixtures to match. But this doesn't have to be your final resort if you do have a small living room. Designing a small living room may be a challenge, but it is quite fulfilling when you see the finished product of a small living room design that fits your small space and lifestyle.

1. Use lighter shades of green, blue and yellow for your walls. These lighter colors or pastels help open up the room and give it a more airy feel. If you want a cozier feel to your living room, use darker shades of red, blue and brown.

2. To help further open up the room, use mirrors and glass table tops. Mirrors reflect light and give the illusion of a larger room. Make sure that the mirror reflects a view or an ornamental item to enhance the room. Use glass table tops to give your small living room an open feel, rather than using hard wood table that further shrinks the room.

3. Avoid using heavily printed upholstery for your seating and sofa. Use light, monochromatic colors that match. Avoid mix and match of colors as well, as it makes the room look smaller and tight.

4. Use light gauzy and filmy fabrics for your window treatments. These fabrics let natural light pass through and adds more personality to your living room. Do not overdo and avoid using heavily printed fabrics in a small living room design.

5. If you want to accessorize your small living room, choose the items that will compliment your furniture and fixture. And make sure these items are also functional to help you keep the room spacey and clutter-free.

6. Choose the right-sized fixtures and accessories. Do not over-decorate your small living room; instead, look for items that will help make the room look bigger. Choose reflective items such as a good-sized glass-top coffee table, a wall mirror and a few functional items that add style and class to your small living room design.

(Article source : www.ezinearticles.com)

Because I Said So (1)

Do you love to cook.. and need a kitchen with a complete storage? Watch this movie, and find out how Mandy arrange her kitchen..

(Source : From Because I Said So movie)




FAUCET TYPES

1. Single control kitchen fauchet without deckplate.
2. Single kitchen fauchet with deckplate or single kitchen fauchet with sprayer on deckplate.
3. Two handle kitchen fauchet.
4. Two handle kitchen fauchet with sprayer.
5. Single control kitchen fauchet with deckplate and sprayer.