Design

We are nuts for modern designs, especially ones that are warm and livable.  Here are some eye candies on modern designs for you today.... PS Did you notice how home accessories make all the difference in making it look warm and cozy? Images via Wall Street Journal

Unique Kitchen Design The Only_One unique kitchen design is a modern Italian kitchen from Riva 1920 that is fully customisable. Unique Kitchen Design

For those who want to get vibrant atmosphere in the kitchen , this minimalist style of design ideas could be an option. Bright colors that amaze the eye with a black color combination's on several sides of the cabinet and the top table, make the kitchen look interesting. Full flavor to the touch. Effect that feels smooth and flat sheen makes it even more beautiful but minimalist . Color, texture, and composition to create an impression: the modern minimalist! The function of these preparations is felt with a kitchen set that facilitates the design of storage.

Are you thinking of redecorating your kitchen for the new year? Listed below are some great kitchen decorating ideas you can use for 2010 to bring life to the room you spend the most time in: Use bright bold colors   - Kitchens are the one place where you can use bright reds, greens, yellows, and blues and get away with it. If you try to use those colors for a dining or living area, they probably will not look good at all. But if you want your kitchen to stand out and make a bold statement, using bright colors is the way to do it. You can't do this in every kitchen but if yours is one that already has a whimsical look, adding colors can be a great idea. The clean and neat kitchen   - Some kitchens are a mess, with the refrigerator full of magnets, things hung all over the walls, and the counter tops packed with utensils. This kind of a hectic kitchen is not for everyone and you might prefer one that has more elegance and style. If you want a kitchen that you can bring anyone ...

I have a really small balcony (1m x 4m) which faces north and it’s lovely to sit with a cup of coffee, read the paper or munch on a piece of toast in the morning sunshine – if only I could fit! No matter how many different ways I have tried to organise that balcony , it has been a constant decorating challenge. Small tables and chairs always over-crowd the space making it impractical to move around and walk down to the yard - until I discovered the Hanging Balcony Table . It looked pretty ridiculous online, but for $59.95 it was worth giving it a try.When it arrived, it was a little larger than I thought and solved the problem perfectly. Coupled with a bench seat from IKEA and these cute little pink and scarlet outdoor cushions, I have the perfect place to sit in the mornings to watch the birds and enjoy the sunshine. Here are a few other small balcony ideas I have uncovered while researching my own little project… Urban Balcony has some great furniture ideas including these ones fo...

Top: PONTUS. A generously proportioned partner desk combining walnut, oak and painted finish with cable management system and hidden router/hard drive storage built-in. The pigeon-hole unit is available as an option and can be placed directly on the surface of the desk or wall mounted as shown.Above: CLYDE. A 3-legged side table with a turned solid wood top and triangular shelf below. Available in 3 finishes; stained black Elm, Elm and Walnut/Elm combination. Furniture by Pinch Above: SOREN. The Soren light makes a virtue of its frame, which is apparent through its banana-fibre outer when illuminated. The multi ringed copper frame contrasts with the organic look and feel of the shade itself. Above: TWIG WALL PANELLING. Twig panelling is made from solid Ash forest thinnings and is designed as sculptural wall finish for large interior walls through to smaller alcoves. The panels are hand built to order and can be made to bespoke dimensions. Recommended for interior use. Above: BRODY. A c...