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Living Room Design

Friday, November 4th, 2011 | Permalink

Living Room – a room in which the family receives visitors. In it the same way the whole family, so a good Feng Shui living room defines the welfare and prosperity of the family. When designing a room is important that it was good lighting and furniture of traps correctly. Lighting should be bright enough but not sharp. The use of circuit breakers with adjustable output for chandeliers and table lamps will adjust the force light, depending on your occupation.

There are a number of principles, which you can follow in furnishing the living room. New furniture preferably antique. Feng Shui – a practice that tries to create and accumulating good energy. As a rule, antique furniture, pulled the train stagnant energy. Whatever style of furniture you choose, make sure that cabinets do not look ominous. Refuse enclosures with heavy thread and ornament in the form of figures ferocious beasts. It is better to stay on the furniture of simple construction, with clear outlines. It is also well furnished with doors, but not with open shelves.

Bookshelf without doors threaten your overall well-being. During installation and placement of furniture in the house ever not to erect barriers to the current chi. Put high cabinets, desks or chairs so that they are not blocked the entrance to the room and stood in front of the entrance door. It is important ensure that the room does not clutter up with too many pieces of furniture, plants, decorations, etc., the movement of qi must be free, or a feeling of lethargy and depression.

Developing a Conceptual Design

Saturday, October 29th, 2011 | Permalink

At the first stage of developing a conceptual design (VC), the second – a working draft (RP). Sketch project called the graphic design of the main idea of the object and prororabotku general conceptual solutions. In the preliminary design includes: a stylistic and volume-spatial solutions building facade designs, scheme construction of the roof, floor plans with options for internal planning and zoning; scheme of arrangement of furniture and equipment. In the sketch project, indicate the size of the total area and the dimensions of the premises, their functionality and how they interact with each other. The composition of conceptual design includes the following documentation: 1.Generalny site plan with indicating the location of the house, garage and other buildings, as well as improvement elements (porches, walkways, garden and orchard, small architectural forms, etc.) on a scale of 1:200 or 1:100 (or 1:500). The scale depends on the size of the land and the degree of elaboration of the project area.

2.Fasady on all four sides, on a scale of 1:100 or 1:50. It is believed that it was better when the drawings executed in color. This may facilitate the perception of the project. 3.Plany floors with an indication of areas at a scale 1:100 or 1:50; 4.Plan roof; 5.Prodolny and cross-section of the main premises, the main entrance and stairs, with the height, scale 1:100 or 1:50. 6.Poyasnitelnaya note which describes the main features of the building used materials and constructive solutions. However, it is difficult to imagine a future construction on the basis of floor plans, plans and sections of the building facades.

Furniture Traditions

Sunday, October 23rd, 2011 | Permalink

1. A little history The oldest known examples of furniture were found in Egypt in the royal tombs of the III century BC. This is the wreckage of caskets made of ebony, inlaid with ivory, malachite and turquoise. Ancients Egyptians are also 'sponsored' beds and chairs. The first furniture created by man, was tough and very functional. Only the Egyptian pharaohs could afford to sit in a chair decorated with gold plates and complex carvings.

Much later chair, table and bed was born wardrobe. It happened in the middle of the XVIII century in the Gothic castles of feudal Europe. The prototype served his chest-the chest, who was trying to pull up an abundance of stored things and turned into a closet, just taking one of the main places in the hierarchy of the furniture. Very easy to use for different purposes, a case was the founder of the furniture 'Dynasty': it later emerged buffet with glass doors, when we have learned to pour a large area glass, and then appeared and a bookcase. As time went on, there were new styles of architecture and interior design, and each of them or modify existing pieces of furniture, or creating something entirely new.

Baroque 'brought' couch and lounge, Rococo – dressing table and a toilet with tricuspid mirror – mirrors. In addition to architectural styles, the furniture is very 'dependent' and the country where it was created. France – Elegant and decorative, Germany – robust with abundant sculptural decoration showing the owner of wealth, in Scandinavia – a comfortable and functional.

Seller Questions

Monday, October 17th, 2011 | Permalink

When communicating with the seller ask more questions. Main secret communication with the seller, I believe correctly formulated questions. Of course you and without them, should tell all and show, but it's not a fact. I do not propose to arrange examination, I propose to take the initiative in their hands. Want to find out everything you need and not waste time on unnecessary talk? I think what you want. Saves you time in your own hands.

In the process of communication you should also find out the level of preparation of the seller. This is most simply done by asking the right questions. If you yourself will ask you, of course, simplify the work of the seller and he will not have to guess what you are interested. As shown by my Practice sales of furniture, it is always easier to find common ground with someone who is interested in something specific, and he asked about it. But the experience of working with vendors shows that even professionals sometimes forget to report all necessary information. They just consider it for granted and do not say. In this regard, the newcomer even better, he'll tell you the full presentation that shows all the samples, etc.

Veneer Room

Monday, October 10th, 2011 | Permalink

Among other differences, the dressing room – it is such a case, in which you always can walk, surveying his untold riches. constructive question possible by a design project of this important room, and you can use the services of professionals (furniture company, "VECO-Array ') that the choice of offer several options depending on your requirements. Number of shelves, drawers, racks, floor space, pull out the elements – all these will form an image of your wardrobe, its degree of functionality and convenience. So, clothes hangers. Usually they come in two types: longitudinal – to cabinet depth of at least 60 cm, and the end – for enclosures less than 60 cm in the dressing room more often use the socket, the function of extension which lets you clean the interior cabinet For example, winter or three-dimensional things.

Among other things, end racks are very convenient when the closet is narrow, and occupies a niche in the room. If you allow the ceilings in the house can accommodate several rows of racks with the function of the elevator (so called pantographs) for access to clothing that is stored in the upper part of the room – saving space is available. partitioning give broad expanse Fantasy designers. Combining different materials makes it possible to create very interesting interior objects. Using different variants glass, rattan, bamboo, leather, chipboard, Mirror, Veneer, you can get very special project. truth should be aware that may be partitions themselves hard enough. Hangers – this is almost the only common parts for all wardrobes.

Hallway-room – The Face Of Your Home

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011 | Permalink

Beautiful entrance hall creates a first impression of home owners. In the morning you go through it when you leave to go about their chores, and in the evening back in the hallway. The interior design living room and hallway is well think about each, at first glance seems to be not significant, a trifle, as the first and probably most importantly, the impression on the owners of the house to create an interior living room and an interior hallway room. It must be convenient, thoughtful and spacious. Making the choice of furniture for the hallway, look closely at the parameters and dimensions of the room. If you have a small house, your hall room is small and a bit cramped, then large furniture will be nowhere to put.

To save space is to buy individual items of furniture for the hallway. In the event of your hall room is big and spacious, then it recommend to put large wardrobe, and it is better to allocate some portion of the hallway under the dressing room. Furniture: Room consists of a shelf for hats and caps, hangers, large mirror, shoe drawers and closet for clothes. Full list of mandatory elements can combine in a spacious and functional closet, and if you order wardrobe with sliding doors in the form of a mirror, you can visually expand the hall. On the shelves right wardrobe there is a possibility put the hats, all outer clothing and footwear as well as accessories and you will not need to clutter up your hallway hooks, shelves and veshalochkami.

Design and Style entrance room should complement style and design of the house and the furniture in the hallway should ideally overlap with the style of a hall room. Selection of the color palette is an important process in the first place for small hallways. After all, if the interior you will use bright or pastel colors then you can visually expand your hall room. Lighting and illumination should be completely comfortable and sophisticated. The main and essential materials for furniture making for the hallway and living room can be called chipboard, particle board, mdf. mdf higher quality but more expensive. As a decorative coating for particle boards are used melamine and laminate, and mdf panels to cover the use of paint or glue film. Durable glass can be used as basic material for the entrance room. What would a vestibule room was perfect enough just irresistible desire to project its functional, beautiful, practical and, of course, comfortable for your entire family and for you.

British Walls

Monday, September 26th, 2011 | Permalink

Squat, deep, with full armrests and heaped with a pile of pillows, they make the living room or office in the island of tranquility and calm. If you are not indifferent to the elegant and at the same time cozy interior, shop closer to the English style. The essential role of play in the English interior walls. Heavy textured wallpaper, wood paneling, the use of moldings, cornices, painted walls – all this creates a truly British mood. A wide range of colors: from the calm (beige and ocher-gamma) to the most daring (green, red and terracotta). Also on the walls, you can use wallpaper and wall coverings with a heraldic figure, classic stripe, flowers or imitation brocade.

English interior – is primarily the realm of natural wood, so if you decide to register your house in a classic English style, prepare to seriously spending. It is desirable that wood there was everything: the carved panels on the walls, mosaic parquet on the floor, ceiling beams. And, of course, traditional furniture from solid mahogany, stained oak, walnut, beech or yew. As upholstery material most commonly used fabric – from the monochrome versions, stripes and scars to the tapestry. Actively used and the skin, which can be glossy or matte, antique, suede or other dressing.

Perhaps the most recognizable and characteristic element of English architecture is the fireplace – lined with tiles or natural stone, always with dark wood mantel and a hanger for accessories (brass tongs, poker, etc.). Therefore, when planning to remake his apartment under the "good old England", first of all think about where you can post if not a real fireplace (which is quite difficult in multi-family homes), then at least electric. Choosing a style for the registration of a house or apartment, remember that the English style – is primarily active, colorful textiles and massive furniture. Therefore, it is not suitable for those people who prefer minimalism bright and airy interiors. If you are not one of them and aim to create a truly intimate and refined atmosphere of your home – Welcome to fans of the English style.

Wrought Iron Gates

Tuesday, September 20th, 2011 | Permalink

When we have our own house, we want to frame it was the best and unique. To visit the house once noted that you are trying to make your home unique and elegant. Wrought Iron Gates are entry into the territory area, garage, auto, manual, industrial and wicket external and internal. For convenience, the gates are equipped with automatic transmission, in order, not out of the car, you could open the gates and when they'll drop to close. Designers create sketches and artistic blacksmiths create works of art.

Blacksmiths, in this case, becomes an artist, but instead of brushes and palettes, they use a hammer and a hot metal. Metallic lace, wrought cupids, flowers and leaves, emphasize individuality. If wrought iron gates and fence to perform in the same style, your vacation home will become a rigorous and sophisticated look. In any weather forged not lose its form. Durability and strength – an advantage over other materials of construction for the gate.

Luxury Bar

Monday, September 12th, 2011 | Permalink

These days, a bar – it is a thing of prime necessity, not a luxury. Bar counter demonstrate that its owners can not only work well, but a good rest, it is able to decorate any kitchen or living room. Bar counter in the interior will add an element of lightness and fun, and hence makes the situation in the room much more interesting. In turn, bars, intended for public places, are becoming increasingly popular not only in Europe but here in Russia. Without breakfast bar is impossible today to imagine any kind was a nightclub.

Stand for the bar – this is where it all begins the fun, then you can not just drink cocktail party, but to make new acquaintances. Already today a number of designs bar racks for clubs and cafes reached an incredible level. You can buy the bar entirely made of any material from a futuristic plastic and plexiglass to the usual wood, not to mention the colors and shapes. Naturally, we should not forget that the bar is easy to use as a small kiosk that is located on the street or in the supermarket. Original design able to turn the bar into an important and interesting object of the city. We must not forget that when planning a bar counter design creativity is not limited to absolutely nothing, it turns out, if you sell wine or beer, you can order the bar in the style of wooden barrels, or implement a rack in the form of some of your products. Interesting and stylish bar will increase the profit on sales, as should attract new customers to your product. Production of the bar counter is no longer an industrial monotonous, nowadays designers can design for you an unusual bar counter, which will be emphasize the favorable side of your product and highlight your company policies. If you position yourself as a producer of entertainment products, choose a bright fun bar counter, but if you are a solid organization dedicated to the banking system or, say, the insurance, you will probably fit a bar a classic look in severe tones. Be that as it may, the number of projects bar counters in our time is so great that you probably will pick something to taste.

How To Choose A Sofa

Monday, July 25th, 2011 | Permalink

Buying new furniture can be fun, and maybe completely spoil the mood, so even if you liked what – the couch, not in a hurry to leave the capital. Sofa or chair are integral parts any living room, so it's important to treat their choice seriously. A selection of today is so varied that you can easily get confused. So today we'll give you some advice on purchasing a good seat. At that should look for when choosing a sofa? At first glance – this is of course couch coloring is determined by your taste and style of your interior. It is not necessary to buy single-colored sofa, he can be a bright spot in the living room. At the same time every sofa in the order you can do two-, and tri-color from fabrics of different textures and qualities.

An important factor in choosing a sofa, is, where he will stand and how we will use. There are models with built a small table or a bar, with built-in drawers for storing clothes and beds, with lift tops for dinner in front of a tv screen or to perform work at night. If you need a sofa as a bed, then you should pay particular attention to the mechanism of transformation of the sofa. It must be reliable and easy to use, it has a sofa should be easily converted into a large and comfortable bed. In all there are over a dozen mechanisms, but they can be conventionally divided into three main groups. 'Book' – a mechanism that puts half the seat and throws her back.

'Pull out' – a mechanism that splits into bed and is located under the seat. 'Draw-out' – when the plane pulled out of the couch, and the difference in elevation from the main offset pillows. Ofer Shipping may not feel the same. The most durable is drawout mechanism. A sofa with such a mechanism transformation is best to buy if you plan to permanently open the sofa. And if only occasionally, then you can use any. Before you buy remember a few times to push the sofa to make sure that the folding mechanism works well. If you're going to buy a sofa for a small room, he was aware that bulky thing visually reduces the room. If the room where it will stand the sofa, light, and it is better to choose a sofa with white upholstery. So he will look better. Upholstery for sofas can serve a variety of fabrics, natural or artificial leather. As upholstery made from natural fabrics used linen, silk, cotton, wool. Use of synthetic surfaces sofas: flock, microfibre, jacquard, tapestry and drugie.Divany padded jacquard and suede is very beautiful, they are used for the front rooms. It should be borne in mind that velvet quickly wiped off, so the sofa with an upholstery velours better place where there is little guests. Sofas with a gasket made of natural materials (batting, felt, feathers, feather) is considered the highest quality. Well-regarded furniture, in which the layers are different materials. When choosing upholstery do not need to rush. You may like to design, style, color sofa. But do not forget about whether the sofa, you're going to buy a practical, comfortable and quality. When you buy a sofa, be sure to check whether they are comfortable to use. On the couch must be nice to sit, he should not put pressure behind the knees, with him do not have to roll or suffer any discomfort. If not, then should postpone the purchase of the couch and look for other options.