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Giveaway: Inmod – Design Your Own Pillow Contest

Mon, 02 May 2011 16:41:27 +0000

Freshome readers, we remember how much you enjoyed our last giveaway from Inmod featuring the modern chairs. This time, Inmod is giving 3 lucky winners the chance to win “custom” pillows that you create the design yourself! Why settle for pillows off the shelf when you can design one of your own through Inmod’s Design Your Own Pillow Studio? The possibilities are literally endless due to an array of themed patterns – such as pop culture, retro and organic – that can be completely customized according to size, fabric, fabric color and embroidery color. All of the pillow designing is done through Inmod’s fun and easy-to-use online studio. With the capability to Design Your Own Pillow, Inmod presents the 21 st century with a modern era of choices and customizable options. Inmod is a leading online retailer of modern furniture, lighting and décor, Inmod does more than furnish spaces. Through an enormous selection of the most favored brands and designers, Inmod shapes a new way of thinking, shopping and living by evoking modern sensibility and sustainability. Inmod continues to push the limits with an award-winning collection of eco-friendly furniture, a large selection of furnishings made in the USA, customizable personal pod chairs, and decor based on consumer-creativity. Some of the choices to choose from for your unique pillow. The ideas are limitless: What you will win: 3 Winners will receive a 18″ x 18″ – ‘Design Your Own Pillow’ How to Enter: Visit the Inmod Design Studio and choose which pillow design best represents your personality! (Choose a pattern theme from the drop down window) and tell us why you chose your pattern, and be creative. Leave your response in the comment section below of the Freshome website. Also make sure you like this post on Facebook or ReTweet it for a 2nd chance. Winners will be chosen based on creativity and originality. Official Guidelines: Contest will run from Monday, May 2nd – Sunday, May 8th. 3 Winners will be announced on Tuesday, May 10th. Each winner will have 24 hours to contact Freshome at: Admin @ Freshome . com to claim your prize information. Good Luck! Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Inmod 4 Right On Chairs Giveaway – Winner Announced Giveaway : Win 4 Right On Plywood Chairs Offered by Inmod The Winner of the SlouchBack Giveaway Delicious Pizza Pillow Salmon Shaped Pillow Pillow In The Shape Of A Log Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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Idyllic Family Residence in Brisbane with Unobstructed Views of the City

admin — Mon, 02 May 2011 15:05:05 +0000

Set on a surface of 481 sqm, this Queensland residence for sale at Judy Goodger Prestige features four bedrooms, three bathrooms and multiple living areas spread around the house that accommodate a comfortable lifestyle for a modern family. Multiple vantage points around the residence offer unobstructed views of the city. The master bedroom with en-suite spoils the inhabitant with a wraparound Juliet balcony and a walk-in wardrobe. Sliding doors allow easy access to an open air deck from all sides, creating a perfect atmosphere for a relaxing dinner under the moonlight. The open floor plan allows the kitchen, living room and study to be joined together in an effort to offer a wide space perfect for celebrating freedom and family life. A wine cellar on the downstairs level and a two car garage complete this home’s collection of rooms. The entertaining deck and pool extends the idyllic atmosphere to the courtyard, connecting the interior’s luxurious design to the exterior’s freshness. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! A world of luxury and scenic beauty: Hot home in the heart of Brisbane! Revamped Inner City Residence Featuring Contemporary Interior Design Brisbane Villa Featuring Stunning Design Lines and a Versatile Collection of Spaces Contemporary Entertaining-Based Residence with a Cool City View Darnell Residence $4,95 million 8400 Grand View Drive Residence in LA Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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Beautiful Pastel Low Chairs Family by Jovana Bogdanovic

Mon, 02 May 2011 13:16:00 +0000

Jovana Bogdanovic , a young Serbian artist, designed an interesting collection of low chairs, easy to integrate in original modern interiors. According to the official designer’s description, “ the Low Chairs Family series plays out the positive contradictions inherent in cultural encounters often, albeit ingenuously, predicated on mutual stereotypes and misunderstandings. The series is itself a response to the misconception Jovana had about Asian seating privileging low and crouching postures, an expectation proven wrong by her actual experience in China. These deceptively ‘low-rise’ chairs and tables are made appealing and genteel in their solid largesse by a scheme of pastel colors and matching sets of soft cushions. Technical and aesthetic refinement are the product of both skill and sensitivity, one that makes itself recipient to the invisible, ordinary trafficking of symbols and objects “. Freshome readers, do you have any other examples of beautiful low chair designs? If so, feel free to upload them on our Facebook page. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Sketch Chairs – Mommy’s Chair by Lucy Merchant The Mismatched Dining Room : Tips for creating a well-balanced mismatched style The Obelisk Stackable Chairs Twin Chairs by Euga Fashionable Chair and Table Collection from Casprini Magical Nesting Chairs Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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Dazzling Home in Australia with Inspiring Design Elements

Mon, 02 May 2011 11:21:24 +0000

An open plan living room displaying tasteful modern arrangements, three bedrooms and two bathrooms make up this dazzling two-level home located in Adelaide, Australia. Providing the opportunity of living in a beautiful, high standard residence, this project includes timber floors, 3.6 high ceilings, floor to ceiling glass doors and quality fixtures. The living room is situated at the upper level and is the core of the entire house. Perfect for socializing, it accommodates an interesting black&white sofa set, a modern fireplace, a dining table and doors opening out to a wonderful balcony area. The terrace could turn out to be a perfect place for having a party, as it provides a private outdoor dining setting complete with cafe blinds. The property is available for purchase here , for the cost of approximately $860,000. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Modern Barrow House in Melbourne, Australia Bright and Charming Modern Residence Surrounded by Nature Elegant and Minimalist House in Australia Displaying Natural Colours Inspiring Modern Home Architecture Luxurious Home in Australia with an Elegant Design Ultra Modern House on Australia Gold Coast Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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Comfortable Hammock for Outdoor Relaxation, Sturdy Anchors Included

Mon, 02 May 2011 09:56:02 +0000

When putting up a hammock, it is essential to find some sturdy anchor points, such as trees or pillars. But today’s design needs no such support. Created by Emanuele Magini for Italian company Campeggi , the “Siesta” outdoor chair has what it takes to make its owner feel completely relaxed. When compared to traditional hammocks, this design ranks high in durability as well as in flexibility, as one can simply move the chair with no difficulty from one place to another. The product can also be used as a more or less conventional seating unit, being able to support up to two people. So in case you were on the lookout for some original outdoor furniture, here is a fun and practical idea. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Le Beanock Romantic Garden Rearrangement for Outdoor Relaxation Modern Sofa – DS 152 If you have a cat, you should also own this table ! Zen Garden Test Tube Vases B&B Italia’s Crinoline Collection: Outdoor ecstasy Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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Children Furniture by Judson Beaumont Comes Straight From Cartoons

Sun, 01 May 2011 21:45:38 +0000

In case you’re interested in buying special furniture for those perfect rooms you imagine for your children then you should really check out Judson Beaumont’s creations, which are inspired from famous cartoons. Your kids will certainly recognize them and they will have more fun using them as they slowly learn how their toys, clothes and other objects are supposed to be properly stored. But cartoon-like furniture isn’t that cheap so you should make sure your budget can take the hit: the Sobey Dresser costs $16,200, the Carrot Dresser costs $9,000, the Cracked Cabinet is $5,800, the Melting Cabinet costs $5,400 and the Accordion Dresser is $5,000. Via Luxedb

How to Coordinate Colors for your Outdoor Home

Sun, 01 May 2011 14:04:28 +0000

If you are challenged in choosing exterior colors for your home, join everyone else who thinks the same as you do! Unlike your interiors that depend on your mood, furnishings, and adjacent finishes, your outdoor home has many factors to consider as well. Factors like adjacent neighboring homes, natural habitat and surroundings, can be a challenge when trying to coordinate colors and choosing trim, accent and main colors for your home. While paint manufacturer’s and home improvement web sites may be helpful, don’t overlook observing the existing environment for helping you coordinate exterior home colors. Draw inspiration from nature: Walk around your home and see what colors occur naturally around your home. A house located in the mountains with evergreen trees in the vicinity will be a different inspiration from a home that’s situated on the beach with sand and water as the backdrop. Coordinate colors of your home to mimic nature, or to compliment it. Homes in the mountains do well with rustic tones of browns, deep burgundy, and greens. While homes near water do well with inspiring blues, sandy beiges and soft yellows. Get inspired by nature, it will never lead you astray when choosing coordinating colors. Get help from professionals: Depending on where you live, local paint manufacturer’s and exterior home designers can help you choose the perfect mix of colors for your exterior home. Most manufacturers websites will feature paint combination’s for your main home, accent colors for shutters, and trim, and even suggestions for color families that will coordinate well with the colors that you may or may not like. Decide if you want your exterior home to match in the same color families as your neighbors, or if you want to be a rebel and go totally opposite! Visit other neighborhoods: While you can get inspiration from your own backyard you can also get inspiration from visiting different neighborhoods, vacationing and searching the internet for inspiring exterior color combination’s. If you see a home you like, and you can talk to the owner, ask them what coordinating color combination’s they used. Many homeowners use resources from architects and designers that are pre-selected and are featured in designer lines and features. While some people come up with coordinating colors from their ‘eye’ of good home inspiration. Color your home with what YOU love: Whether you like the color of the setting sun or you enjoy the blue of a perfect cloudless day, color your home with inspiration from your life. Many of us get caught up in the latest trends from designers or what your neighbors are doing, instead, be original and love your home. Exterior colors should reflect your own personal style, and make you feel good every time you pull into your driveway. When coordinating your exterior colors, also consider coordinating them with your life! Whether you are building a home, or have decided to change the exterior colors on your 100 year-old home, coordinating exterior colors should be enjoyable and purposeful. Ask your family members and friends for help if you are having troubles deciding. Visit your local home improvement store and ask for trial size paint quantities in the shades you are considering. Go home, and paint a small area on your exterior home, and let dry, and observe the different shades. This will help you decide before you make a commitment. Go ahead, be bold and feel confident now in picking out your coordinating colors for your exterior home. Freshome readers do you find it a challenge to choose exterior colors? Do you have any suggestions for those that do? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! How to Choose Welcoming Walkway Elements for your Exterior Home Bayside Outdoor Modular Sofa Set How to Design your Room Decor around your Bold Area Rug How to Choose Modern Garden Furniture for your Patio How to Maximize your Interior Views with Outdoor Landscaping B&B Italia’s Crinoline Collection: Outdoor ecstasy Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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Loop Chair by Sophie de Vocht Sometimes Thinks It’s a Mini Carpet

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 02:53:02 +0000

The Loop Chair created by designer Sophie de Vocht for Casamania is more than just a simple chair as this modern piece of furniture also doubles as a partial carpet. The Loop Chair is not appropriate for most rooms of the house, but it could certainly be a great solution for a personal, private room of your home, where you’d be able to spend some quality alone time reading your favorite books, watching movies or just taking a rest from the real life. The Loop Chair is made of a metal frame over which the designer placed textile loops that keep growing bigger as they distance themselves from the top side of the chair. Via Sophie de Vocht

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Original Bamboo-Themed Restaurant in China: Tang Palace

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 10:00:37 +0000

The original looking Tang Palace Restaurant was designed by Chinese company Atelier FCJZ and is located in Hangzhou, China. Located at the top level of a giant store, the place has an impressive 9-meter high story height and good views of the city. According to the architects, bamboo was the main element used to personalize the restaurant: “ The original building condition has a core column and several semi-oval blocks which essentially disorganized the space. Hence, our design wants to reshape the space with a large hollowed-out ceiling which is made from interweaved thin bamboo boards; and extending from the wall to the ceiling. The waved ceiling creates a dramatic visual expression within the hall. The hollowed-out bamboo net maintains the original story height and thereby creates an interactive relation between the levels. We also wrapped the core column with light-transmitting bamboo boards to form a light-box, which transforms the previously heavy concrete block into a light and lively focus object. ” Looks appetizing? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Today’s Furniture Theme : The Sea Bamboo Bed Red and White Themed Apartment in Tel Aviv iPod Touch Themed Bedding Bamboo Chair Jun Zi by Jeff Dah-Yue Shi for Dragon Fly Gallery Fresh Restaurant Design Displaying Bold Natural Colours and Fun Forest Graphics Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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Sustainable Retreat with Charming Design Details: Caterpillar House

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:17:00 +0000

Caterpillar House was designed by Feldman Architecture and is situated in the hills of the Santa Lucia Preserve, California. According to the architects, “Caterpillar House implements sustainable elements while exploring a contemporary version of the ranch ideals: massing that is low and horizontal, an open plan with a strong connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, and main living areas which center informally on the kitchen. Connecting literally and figuratively to the site, excavated earth was repurposed for the construction of the walls. These rammed earth walls gently curve in response to the site’s contours and also act as a thermal mass, regulating temperatures from day to night. Capturing rainwater for irrigation, three tanks proudly sit close to the home – a clear sign of the available water resources for landscape. Large south-facing glass doors open the main living area to a large covered contemporary porch and to an outdoor patio with sunshades that expand and contract to allow for a flexible entertaining area that responds to the client’s needs. The glazing, natural ventilation and operable shading also act as a passive heating and cooling system, cooling the house in the summer and warming the house in winter. Integrated photovoltaic panels enable the house to produce all of its energy requirements without compromising the graceful curve of the low roof against the hill.”(Photos by Joe Fletcher Photography) Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Solar Decathlon Sustainable House in Ithaca, New York A Beautiful and Inspiring Home Family Design Delightful Kitchen Design from Arrital Cucine Modern Home in Bainbridge Island with Sustainable Features: Ellice Residence Charming Traditional Greek Home on the Island of Tinos Sustainable Luxury Living : Aura at Camelback Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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