Design

Nothing is more green than recycling.   For those of us who collect antiques  and shop for gently used wares, we live the green life.  Sometimes ordinary things can take on a new purpose. We've all had a time when we used something  for a purpose outside it's calling  . . . A coffee cup pencil holder, a jar holding buttons . . .  What about bigger things? Today I bring to you a set of things that are not only being reused , but in some cases rethought . Including a few items from my own home. But first, a history lesson. In the 30s this building was an office space. By the 50s, a small fashion studio An now you call it home. You have purchased this building, busted out some walls, and renovated it.  You sifted through the remains, pulled from it some good pieces, and build some new dreams. The local salvage yard and consignment shop had a number of things you could put to good use, too. Modern green living - the old fashioned way. Doors turned room d...

Windows speak volumes about your home as well as your personality but they are often taken for granted. Taking care of your home windows in a proper way and giving them a stylish look in one or the other way, can drastically brighten up the entire looks of your home. Here are some stylish yet unique window dressing ideas for your home decor: Tinted Windows These days people are out of the use of conventional curtains and have switched on to window tint to serve the same kind of functions. Window tint is a fashionable way to render that calm and serene feel of your home as well as to exhibit the windows in a special way, especially if the windows are unique. Tinted windows are the perfect option to be used in summers, as they look great and their reflectiveness lighten up the room and at the same time keeping off the harmful sun rays. It is always advised to use home window tinting color that are contrasting and are complimenting well with the entire color scheme used in your home. Mo...