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unique stairwells

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while i’ve been browsing photos i’ve come across some really unique stairwells.  whether it’s the railing, the shape or the color, something about these stairwells stood out to me.  image – bhg i love how this one spirals around and is free from the walls. image – michael s. smith the red paint sets this stairway off.  it gives the the space so much character. image – house beautiful the railing is beautiful on this one.  cute pooches too! image – martha stewart railing looks vintage.  not sure if it is or not. image – house beautiful had to throw this one in since i’m in the smoky mountains this week.  reminds me of all the log cabins i’ve been seeing. image – house beautiful image – traditional home image – traditional home image – burnham design image – willow decor LiveJournal Tags: unique stairwells , bhg , michael s. smith , house beautiful , martha stewart , vintage , smoky mountains , log cabins , traditional home , burnha

Views from the house

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A view towards the porch. A living room view Out the front door Many years ago, a couple of our longstanding volunteers suggested to me that views from your windows were important. It was a revelation. She and her husband had transformed a normal suburban plot into something extraordinary, so I was listening. I don't think I 'd thought about that before. The house where I grew up had a lovely view into the treetops from the living and dining rooms, thanks to protection of the woods surrounding the house. My parents weren't gardeners at all, but clearly chose the lot (because it was steep and wooded with natural Central Texas vegetation) to build the house based on the surroundings. But I was thinking about the views from the windows this afternoon, as lovely fall light illuminated the landscape.

Black and White Minimalist Furniture for Home Office Design

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Black and white minimalist furniture for home office to best design, your one-stop solution for your home office decor needs. Best design presents a variety of collections in home office furniture, furnishings, and home decorator accessories for fans of modern home design. Black and white minimalist furniture for virtual home office from Italian company Porro come in simple design that would give your home office space look more modern and elegant. Available in various type for any different space, Choose the colour that in accordance with your interior home and give the touch that was different in your virtual home office room with Italian company Porro.

Unique wall shelving system for your house plans

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I ran into this interesting new wall shelving system the other day and thought I would let you in on it. The product is called Vita and it is produced by an Italian company name MDF Italia . It is a modular system made from medium density fiberboard (mdf). The system includes wall panels, shelving units and cabinet boxes. You can seemingly produce endless configurations based on how you put the modular components together. I think it is very cool and would be a great way of dressing up one of those blank walls in your house. For more information on this see MDFITALIA VITA . Go to "products" and then find to "Vita". The wall system is obviously quite contemporary but I think it would look great in a number of the Simply Elegant Home Designs house plans including the "scandia modern cottage" and the "marine farmhouse" .

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Modern kitchen design

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Kitchens have become a place to gather as a family, entertain, socialize and for some a place to do home work. Use can lights to accent certain areas such as the stove or sink and other main areas used in food preparation. Use a simple rope light or specially made under counter light to accent the cabinets and counter tops. In selecting kitchen cabinets for a modern kitchen, most designers like to choose a single style of door, usually a flat design, to maintain consistency of color and form. Hardwood with evenly sized planks or large tile flooring materials will be the most commonly used styles.Here are some photos of modern or contemporary kitchen designs. These designs have a sleek clean look to them. Love the kitchen faucet.

Decorating Inspiration

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You may feel that you have no idea what you like when it comes to decorating. But if you look a little, you'll find great ideas. Check out the sources here for sources of decorating ideas and inspiration.Have you ever been in the position of knowing that you just have to do something to your living room or bedroom, but don't know where to start? Our sources of inspiration will guide you to ideas, pictures, and resources for beginning your decorating project.

Decorating Styles

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With so many things on the market available for home decorating, it may be difficult to decide just what your favorite style is. Read here for information about different styles of decorating, find resources for products, and get help deciding which is best for you.Whether you're decorating a single room or a whole house, a cottage or a castle, you'll find our guides to decorating styles helpful. But you seldom get education on styles of decorating. This short guide from About will steer you to quizzes and resources to help you determine your specific decorating style. The style guides will help you focus in on your likes and dislikes and learn elements that will help you achieve your dream room or make your home express your very unique taste.You learn so many things through the years in school.

Wedding Decoration Tips

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Traditional Hindu weddings are grand affair. It normally takes place over several days with elaborate ceremonies, which lasts up to one week. Indian wedding function is divided in to three sections pre wedding functions, main day functions and post wedding functions. These functions include the entire family, friends and relatives in the celebration and involve many costume changes. The bride and groom are treated royally for the days preceding the wedding and are showered with gifts and attention. The main day ceremony is nothing less than a fairytale. On the day of the wedding the groom mounts a grandly decorated horse and rides to the wedding ceremony accompanied by his family and friends. Nowadays the grooms mostly travel by decorated car. The bride on the other hand is dressed in traditionally attire, which is normally a pink or a red sari with heavy zari work and embroidery on her

Holiday Wedding Decorations

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Are you stuck for a theme for your wedding? Not sure how to decorate or what colors to use? Don’t panic, this should be the least of your worries! There are several ways to choose your wedding décor, especially if the happy occasion falls on or near a holiday? Holidays are the perfect backdrop for weddings and can only make the day more special. Read on for some holiday wedding decorating ideas. You don’t need ghosts and goblins for elegant Halloween décor but you can take some of the nicer elements of the day’s decorations and incorporate them into a Halloween wedding theme. For instance, at the reception, use orange, purple or black linen table cloths for color and class  Instead of carving a jack o’lantern, use a small pumpkin with an elegant, elaborate carving and a candle inside for a centerpiece. For favors, give your guests a crystal candy dish filled with your favorite treats. Use red, orange and gold fall flowers and incorporate autumn foliage into the bouquets and hang orange

Holiday and Special Occasion Decorating

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Birthdays, weddings, Halloween, and Christmas are perfect occasions to do something special for your home. Your family will love the ideas here for special decorating for all the holidays and special occasions that you celebrate.