Posted July 25th, 2011
by Clifton Washburn
A place to hide, a warm cocoon, a biodegradable space, a felt pod Hush is all of these things and more. Designed by University of Brighton graduate Freyja Sewell, Hush is a snuggly pod that offers a quiet place to hide and escape. Hand-sewn from biodegradable local grey felt, this object-space is a private micro retreat that can be set up practically anywhere.
In a world with an increasingly virtual connection between humans, where the majority of us have a public online profile, with CCTV cameras everywhere and new social networks sprouting all the time, it is nice and healthy to sometimes withdraw from it all. Full Article…
Tags: Pod, Pod Cozy Posted in Home Design Today
Posted July 25th, 2011
by Carolyn Simmons
County Garden Show, Norderstedt
County Garden Show, Norderstedt
County Garden Show, Norderstedt
National Garden Show, Koblenz
National Garden Show, Koblenz
National Garden Show, Koblenz
National Garden Show, Koblenz
This year Germany offers both the County Garden Show in Norderstedt and the National Garden Show in Koblenz. Full Article…
Tags: Garden, Garden Shows Posted in Gardening Consultant
Posted July 25th, 2011
by Clifton Washburn
Occasionally cleaning mold from an existing painted surface is necessary. You may not want to repaint yet. Or in many cases, you really don’t have to.
In situations like this turn to the much milder household cleaner, hydrogen peroxide is a good choice. Or you can use one of the many oxygen cleaners that are available.
Hydrogen peroxide isn’t as harsh as a bleaching agent so it is far less likely to cause discoloration or a change in the paint’s sheen as compared to bleach.
Always play it safe. Test any product that’s new to you on a spot that’s less visible. While paint isn’t all that expensive, the time it takes to repaint is valuable. Full Article…
Tags: Cleaning, Maintenance Cleaning Posted in Home Design Today
Posted July 23rd, 2011
by Clifton Washburn
Be still my heart! There is just so much beauty to relish in the 2010 Hampton Designer Showhouse master bathroom designed by Susanne Kelley for Bakes and Company. With a color palette reflecting the sky and ocean outside, the space is full-on glamorous and absolutely serene! I love all the shimmering tile, especially the mosaic floor under the fabulous soaking tub. The freestanding cabinetry is really quite something too! Head to Traditional Home for all the great details on this magnificent bathroom! Full Article…
Tags: Design, Susanne Kelley Posted in Home Design Today
Posted July 22nd, 2011
by Clifton Washburn
This is probably the most interesting use of a out of commission vehicle weve ever seen. Created by Cyril Latapy, this colorful retro armchair was actually once a 1968 4L Renault! With a full front grill at the base and two doors complete with handles at its side, this funky design is a centerpiece sure to stir up some strange conversations and were guessing some sore bums. What, no cushions?
Tags: 1968 4l, 1968 4l Renault, 4l Renault, Renault Posted in Home Design Today