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Exotic Beach Residence in Queensland, Australia

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:58:07 +0000

It was high time we showcased another exotic residence on Freshome. The Marcus Beach House was designed by Bark Architects and its unusual exterior could remind one of a fancy tropical resort rather than a large and spacious contemporary home. Located just 250 meters away from the Marcus Beach, in Australia, this building had a lot going for it if we are to analyze the natural potential of its environment. This means that the connection with the exterior was a “must” and we think the architects did a great job in ensuring it. A beautiful inner court yard is the focal point of the residence and most of the rooms have windows towards this fresh oasis. Basic sustainability principles were used, reducing the need for artificial lighting and ventilation to a minimum. The giant windows and the blinds create a pleasant game of shades that looks incredibly peaceful and contributes to the home’s exotic feel. Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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10 Ways to Maximize Space in a Small Bedroom

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:20:14 +0000

In every room of your house there is always a better way to maximize the space you are getting out of it. For some areas it may be as simple as decluttering, or throwing away unneeded items. Although, for rooms like the bedroom, where the most prominent piece of furniture is… bed! The bed is not always the easiest obstacle to work around, and therefore valuable space is wasted. Here are 10 ways to maximize the space in a small bedroom. 1.) Reduce the size of your bed: Let’s face it, we would all love to have a California King sized bed, but do we actually NEED one? You can answer that question yourself; you may be willing to reduce the size if you knew how much space you would free up. 2.) Remove large storage furniture: Armoires and clothes dressers can use a lot of floor space. Opt for rolling under bed storage that can hold clothes and belongings. This will give your bedroom more space and visually will look more spacious. Once removed more natural light will pour into your space! 3.) Use a futon: In a small bedroom, try using furniture that is multifunctional. A futon provides a bed and sofa in one. This is a good option for offices, dorm rooms, and small apartments with several roommates. 4.) Organize your closets: Storage closets should be organized to utilize all vertical space efficiently. The more you can store in your closets, the less that has to be stored in the main bedroom area. This tip applies for kid’s rooms too! 5.) Use a sofa bed: Similarly to a futon, a sofa bed can help a small bedroom become a den, or office space and a bedroom. Sofa beds are often more formal in appearance and can range from affordable to higher end models that have leather and a plusher mattress. 6.) Maximize storage on walls: Use open and closed shelving to remove bookshelves, and storage furniture units off of the floor and on to the walls. Opt for wall mirrors that hang on the walls over large ones that sit on the floor. 7.) Install a Murphy bed: These beds pull out from the wall and provide full floor access when the bed is hidden in the wall. Modern Murphy beds, when closed inside the wall, can house a foldout desk on the other side! 8.) Remove large entertainment space: If you have your television, stereo, gaming system, etc… taking up valuable real estate in your bedroom, consider moving it to another room such as the family or living room. If you can’t live without your television, a flat screen mounted on the wall will instantly add space to your bedroom. 9.) Buy furniture that is multifunctional: A bed that has drawers below and a bookshelf at the headboard has already combined 3 pieces of furniture in one. If you decide to use a large piece of furniture, ensure it can house the majority of your storage needs, without having to use other pieces of furniture to block valuable space. 10.) Use other rooms in your home: Have a hall closet that only stores winter coats? Take seasonal clothing and seldom worn formal wear and put in a hall closet. Hall closets are a great option because they are rarely used and opened on a regular basis. How do you save room in your bedroom? Leave us your suggestions and tips that have worked for you! Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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Contemporary Architecture Making Up For A Harsh Environment

admin — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:51:52 +0000

Edward Suzuki Associates is an architecture company from Japan whose latest works include this impressive home. EDDI’s House was named after the nickname of one of the architects and is said to be located in a very harsh environment. This is why this project is not about connecting the home with its exterior, but rather emphasizing on the interior. Here is more official information: “ The design concept is “Go in to go out,” meaning that the house has an outside patio at the center of the house onto which each and every room looks out. Furthermore, a balcony is placed above and adjacent to the central patio overlooking it such that this combination of open spaces creates an “interface” between the outside proper and the inside that acts a filter, a buffer, or a cushion between the two zones. ” The large and spacious interiors all pointing to the inner patio make up for the unfriendly environment, turning this project into an isolated but extremely elegant crib. Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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Universe House Is The Perfect Modern Beach House

admin — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 01:27:22 +0000

The visually stunning Universe House is nestled among the breath-taking landscape of Roca Blanco, Mexico and is quite an architecture marvel. This unique futuristically-styled beach house has been designed by Gabriel Orozco with Tatiana Bilbao who managed to make it both progressive and minimalist. The highlight of the entire property is no doubt the infinity pool and the browns, soft whites and wooden interiors. Post from Universe House Is The Perfect Modern Beach House

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García & Ruiz’s Ceramic House Meets Modern Housing Needs

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:01:05 +0000

The architecture firm García & Ruiz are known for designing spaces that transcend the ordinary and reverberate with style and individuality. Check out the Ceramic House which is actually a a converted attic space. Post from García & Ruiz’s Ceramic House Meets Modern Housing Needs

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Elegant Contemporary Home With Minimalist Interiors in Iowa

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:29:41 +0000

This unbelievable home was designed by Substance Architecture and is located in Iowa, USA. The project consisted in turning around the architecture of a home initially built in 1941. Everything was rearranged and reorganized in order to create a unified living space with a high level of functionality. The overall results are stunning in matters of both aesthetics and functionality: a construction that communicates with the outdoors through numerous small windows, some of them located within the roof, housing the latest modern design creations. The interiors are minimalist, with arrangements that are complementary in matters of color, making everything look tasteful and spotless. We particularly like the white rooms with inclined walls, which are the “playful” part of the residence. There are many fun details to discover while looking at the photos and we can’t hardly wait for your reactions.- via Arch Daily Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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Incredible Fab Lab House Generates Three Times More Energy Than It Consumes

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 11:00:38 +0000

Sustainability and green technologies have taken over the world of design lately as more and more projects develop with these new concepts in mind. The Fab Lab House comes from Institute of Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC) and is a great example of eco-living. This Madrid-based project generates three times the energy it consumes and also houses an orchard in order to produce food. The shape of this house was dictated by its purpose: a sustainable, self-sufficient construction whose “form follows energy”. All the characteristics of its environment were carefully studied and taken advantage of, such as the wind or the solar rays. This house is currently available for sale, with prices starting from 45.000 € for the smallest model. Here are some inspiring words from Vicente Guallart, Director of the IAAC: “ Buildings must be like trees, which are self sufficient, and must follow natural principles. Rather than built, the project was manufactured, as digital manufacturing machine tools (known as 3D printers) were used in the construction process. This process partakes on the humanistic idea, advocated by Guallart, that things must be again produced in cities. Says Guallart “We produced our solar house with researchers, in accordance with medieval principles: the designer and the builder are the same person .”- via Arch Tracker Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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Amazing Home With Original Elevated Pool

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:15:16 +0000

A swimming pool can have a major influence on how a home looks and feels. In this particular case, it seems that the pool is not an accessory, but the focal point of the entire residence. This amazing home is called Casa Devoto and was created by a design team from Andrés RemyArchitects . The house looks absolutely breathtaking and has a modern architecture. Large open spaces create a connection to the exterior and give a feeling of freedom. The interior design is diverse, yet every room is stylish and designed with an acute sense for aesthetics. An interesting fact is that the original elevated pool can be seen from various angles, from inside, as well as from the interior yard. This is not necessarily good in terms of privacy but you have to appreciate its uniqueness. Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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