Inspirations - Interiors

See this at: crookedbrains.net| Added on 11/18/08

Many of us adore our cats; and it looks like the Japanese regard them like children. Some Japanese housing builders have come up with designs with special features for cats. Here are the images from a house called Plus-Nyan house by Asahi Kasei, a... See more

Many of us adore our cats; and it looks like the Japanese regard them like children. Some Japanese housing builders have come up with designs with special features for cats. Here are the images from a house called Plus-Nyan house by Asahi Kasei, a leading house builder in Japan. This could be a dream house for every cat owner and their cats, as it would require great deal of research to design these houses keeping in mind the requirements of the clients and their cats. Here are a few key features: open air cat walks, climbing steps, cat doors in every door, deck built in to the window, extra space in the bathroom designed for their compartment, cat room hidden under the stairs, special fencing to prevent cats from getting away. Apart from these, there has been use of cat friendly construction materials as well. Here is another interesting Cat House: Other Posts: Top Office Pranks. Custom Painted Cars. Interesting Bookshelves. Nature's Ice Show, Part 2. Mailboxes With A Difference. See less

See this at: kentucky.com| Added on 09/24/08

See below the 360-degree photo of Kratzer's artwork When Charlie Kratzer started on the basement art project in his south Lexington home, he was surrounded by walls painted a classic cream. Ten dollars of Magic Marker and Sharpie later, the place was... See more

See below the 360-degree photo of Kratzer's artwork When Charlie Kratzer started on the basement art project in his south Lexington home, he was surrounded by walls painted a classic cream. Ten dollars of Magic Marker and Sharpie later, the place was black and cream and drawn all over. There are fictional detectives Hercule Poirot and Sherlock Holmes, Winston Churchill lounging with George Bernard Shaw — and the TV squirrel Rocky and his less adroit moose pal Bullwinkle. Says Kratzer of his cartoon of a cartoon: "You appreciate the cleverness more as an adult." There's Georges Seurat's Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte. There is Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill, and the Cornell Law School, of which Kratzer is an alumnus. There is Kratzer's dad. There is the harlequin pattern — alluded to in culinary culture today by the Panera bread bag — and a fake fireplace facing a real one. There are both The Walrus and the Carpenter (from Lewis Carroll's Through... See less

See this at: craftster.org| Added on 09/08/08

I don't mean to brag, but my husband rocks. About six months ago, we bought a home that was relatively new (built in '98) but needed a great deal of work due to the insane decorating tastes/ bad upkeep habits of the previous owners. One room that we... See more

I don't mean to brag, but my husband rocks. About six months ago, we bought a home that was relatively new (built in '98) but needed a great deal of work due to the insane decorating tastes/ bad upkeep habits of the previous owners. One room that we wanted to work a lot on was a dual office. As an IT manager dude and guru of our personal websites, he often has computer work to do. But I luckily don't have work-work to do at home, so I needed a place to be creative. The desk I wanted was one that was at a draft-table height, and had lots of storage places for my assorted craft/art/sewing supplies. My ideal desk was the Pottery Barn Bedford Project Table. http://www.potterybarn.com/products/p5716/index.cfm?pkey=ff034. My husband insisted he could make one like it for much cheaper. I was admittedly skeptical and we bought the PB desk. It arrived... with holes in it. It was a piece of crap! Made of cheap materials and put together with shoddy construction. We returned it and I told my... See less

See this at: flickr.com| Added on 08/25/08

there's a good amount of space in my upstairs landing/hallway. It was empty for quite awhile, but that didn't seem really a good use of space. Now it's a little office area for me, which I barely ever use for some reason.

there's a good amount of space in my upstairs landing/hallway. It was empty for quite awhile, but that didn't seem really a good use of space. Now it's a little office area for me, which I barely ever use for some reason. See less

See this at: flickr.com| Added on 08/25/08

here's my bed. I made the image above it, and the colors make me happy Ikea duvet cover, Malm bed and end tables.

here's my bed. I made the image above it, and the colors make me happy Ikea duvet cover, Malm bed and end tables. See less

See this at: flickr.com| Added on 08/25/08

All rights reserved (edit) Anyone can see this photo (edit) * Add to your map * Taken with a Canon PowerShot SD450. More properties * Taken on July 27, 2008 (edit) * Photo stats * 3 people call this photo a favorite * Viewed 235 times (Not including... See more

All rights reserved (edit) Anyone can see this photo (edit) * Add to your map * Taken with a Canon PowerShot SD450. More properties * Taken on July 27, 2008 (edit) * Photo stats * 3 people call this photo a favorite * Viewed 235 times (Not including you) * Edit title, description, and tags * Replace this photo See less

See this at: inspirationblog.nl| Added on 07/19/08

* Songza And another online jukebox :) * Music links: * Last.fm Social Music kind of community. Join groups, start your own radio etc. * Pandora Internet Radio Create your own radiostation, hear songs from similar genres * Deezer.com Type in the... See more

* Songza And another online jukebox :) * Music links: * Last.fm Social Music kind of community. Join groups, start your own radio etc. * Pandora Internet Radio Create your own radiostation, hear songs from similar genres * Deezer.com Type in the music you like and just listen. See less

See this at: homerejuvenation.blo...| Added on 07/15/08

Brought to you by Singapore interior design firm KNQ Associates, Home Rejuvenation is your definitive source for the latest home design trends from Asia and beyond. Home Rejuvenation is a member blog of Design Asia, a network of Asian design blogs.... See more

Brought to you by Singapore interior design firm KNQ Associates, Home Rejuvenation is your definitive source for the latest home design trends from Asia and beyond. Home Rejuvenation is a member blog of Design Asia, a network of Asian design blogs. Home Sponsor Submit Story KNQ Associates See less

See this at: curbly.com| Added on 07/11/08

* sbbrat says: These are SO cute! Janice M. more » * sbbrat says: I'm wondering if I could find black shelf-liner to use for this purpose, lol? If not, I'm gonna try to do this with fabrics to make my own 'flat' curtain... more » * ModHomeEcTeacher... See more

* sbbrat says: These are SO cute! Janice M. more » * sbbrat says: I'm wondering if I could find black shelf-liner to use for this purpose, lol? If not, I'm gonna try to do this with fabrics to make my own 'flat' curtain... more » * ModHomeEcTeacher says: Yeaa! Thanks goodness Goodwill is thriving and expanding like Starbucks, at least around here. more » * missjess says: Great thrifting tips! I'm a bit of a thriftstore junkie, but I've found the most beautiful furniture (most of the stuff in my apartment) at charity shops/Goodwill; which I almost always... more » * lilybee says: Tee-hee. I know! Toilet Paper Flowers, on the other hand.... nope... still weird! more » * ModHomeEcTeacher says: I think my husband's family left the farm for a week to travel in that camper out to Yellowstone. hehe more » * DIY Maven says: Okay, I'll start. I've been reading that stainless steel appliances are on they way out. Their demise began when every middle class American home in the suburbs started... See less

See this at: dominomag.com| Added on 06/16/08

* • Mark your front door with your house or apartment number. * • If you live in a home with more than one door, your front door should be the most prominent. * • Your front door should be able to open fully with no obstruction. It's important to... See more

* • Mark your front door with your house or apartment number. * • If you live in a home with more than one door, your front door should be the most prominent. * • Your front door should be able to open fully with no obstruction. It's important to keep the area around your doorway open, free and clear. * • According to feng shui, the first thing you lay your eyes on when you enter your home relates to your money. If you see the blue plastic recycling bin, you may be associating your money with trash. Fresh flowers, however, represent wealth. Try some yellow tulips (a color said to attract money), a lush landscape painting, a ceramic umbrella stand, or anything that is aesthetically pleasing instead. * • Everything around your front door and inside your entryway should work well and look attractive. Doorknobs should turn easily; doors should open and close freely; the rug should be firmly on the floor and not slippery; the coat closet should be free from precarious objects ready to fall... See less

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See this at: apartmenttherapy.com| Added on 06/16/08

I've been a serial room-rearranger since I was old enough to wobble. I'm not talking about a few times a year or even once a month. My home can look radically different from week to week. My dog used to get startled when he noticed that he was dozing... See more

I've been a serial room-rearranger since I was old enough to wobble. I'm not talking about a few times a year or even once a month. My home can look radically different from week to week. My dog used to get startled when he noticed that he was dozing on a couch that was moving from one side of the room to the other. Not anymore; the little cleopatra doesn't even wake up... See less

See this at: thenonist.com| Added on 04/30/08

Hope you enjoyed… but not too much… you filthy, beady-eyed perv. You can pick up your own copy here. (I’m sure they will ship in a plain brown paper-bag if you ask really nicely.) Alternately, since I didn’t offer much by way of reading in this post... See more

Hope you enjoyed… but not too much… you filthy, beady-eyed perv. You can pick up your own copy here. (I’m sure they will ship in a plain brown paper-bag if you ask really nicely.) Alternately, since I didn’t offer much by way of reading in this post I offer the following supplimentary material: The obligatory Wiki round-up on the subject. A history of private, royal, imperial, monastic and public libraries Survivor: The History of the Library from History magazine. See less

See this at: style-files.com| Added on 04/24/08

This interior that I spotted in a recent issue of Vogue Living Australia has a nice mix of modern furniture and ethnic accessories. I love the Moroccan table and teapots and the colorful cushions on the sofa. (images from Scott western... See more

This interior that I spotted in a recent issue of Vogue Living Australia has a nice mix of modern furniture and ethnic accessories. I love the Moroccan table and teapots and the colorful cushions on the sofa. (images from Scott western Architecture*Design) See less

See this at: decor8.blogspot.com| Added on 03/07/08

"As a writer and interior design consultant, I created decor8 to catalog beautiful finds and to inspire others." - Holly Becker

"As a writer and interior design consultant, I created decor8 to catalog beautiful finds and to inspire others." - Holly Becker See less

See this at: hgtv.com| Added on 03/05/08

The bed takes center stage in this spacious hotel-like guest room. Streamlined accessories are softened by organic touches in the bed's headboard and footboard.

The bed takes center stage in this spacious hotel-like guest room. Streamlined accessories are softened by organic touches in the bed's headboard and footboard. See less

See this at: curbly.com| Added on 03/01/08

My love for books spilleth over this morning. Bookish design finds and inspiration for home, office or your closet. This wall unit by Vitra contributing designer Werner Asslinger redefines the definition of the word ‘bookshelf.’ An interesting... See more

My love for books spilleth over this morning. Bookish design finds and inspiration for home, office or your closet. This wall unit by Vitra contributing designer Werner Asslinger redefines the definition of the word ‘bookshelf.’ An interesting functional mix of old materials (those outdated titles) with a modernist’s love of modular: How Studio Asslingler puts these books in balance: See less

See this at: apartmenttherapy.com| Added on 01/30/08

OK, all you pet lovers, (see the amazing response to our SF Survey: Do You Have Pets?), check out John's (aka, DesignIt) alcove construction project. Not only did it increase wall space for the bed and provide space for a windowseat...it gave his cat... See more

OK, all you pet lovers, (see the amazing response to our SF Survey: Do You Have Pets?), check out John's (aka, DesignIt) alcove construction project. Not only did it increase wall space for the bed and provide space for a windowseat...it gave his cat a cool catwalk/perch that, while cat-friendly, is not overly obvious. Display shelves double as steps to access the high shelf See more photos here. See less

See this at: freshome.com| Added on 01/20/08

I’m not a big of pink, but I know that a lot of girl love this color, and Betsey Johnson is a great example of someone who loves that color. This apartment from designer Betsey Johnson screams pink from top to bottom, if you don’t believe me take a... See more

I’m not a big of pink, but I know that a lot of girl love this color, and Betsey Johnson is a great example of someone who loves that color. This apartment from designer Betsey Johnson screams pink from top to bottom, if you don’t believe me take a look at the pictures below. According to listing information, the 1,660-square-foot, two bedroom, one bathroom, open-plan penthouse includes ebonized floors, a view over the rooftops of Greenwich Village all the way to New Jersey, a floating staircase that leads to a 1,000-square-foot private roof deck. Right now this pink apartment is for sale for $3.6 million. See less

See this at: freshome.com| Added on 12/17/07

A great bedroom is a place to relax and recharge, a stylish and peaceful retreat that’s as versatile as it is welcoming. Today I’ve decided to post a new set of six pictures that will help you get new bedroom decorating ideas. I’ve post a lot of... See more

A great bedroom is a place to relax and recharge, a stylish and peaceful retreat that’s as versatile as it is welcoming. Today I’ve decided to post a new set of six pictures that will help you get new bedroom decorating ideas. I’ve post a lot of interesting bedroom designs on this blog, but the ideas for decorating are infinite. Now let’s see some bedroom decorating ideas. P.S - If someone have a beautiful bedroom, or has pictures with beautiful bedrooms, or other rooms you can send them to be by using the send us tips for to get in con See less

See this at: apartmenttherapy.com| Added on 12/16/07

What is it with owls these days? They're everywhere. And as much as we'd like to pretend that we're so cool that we're over it already, we're not. The big eyes. The ear tufts. Left to right, from the top: Zootimers Omar the Owl Clock by Vitra, Tree... See more

What is it with owls these days? They're everywhere. And as much as we'd like to pretend that we're so cool that we're over it already, we're not. The big eyes. The ear tufts. Left to right, from the top: Zootimers Omar the Owl Clock by Vitra, Tree Owl Lamp from Anthropologie, Fat Owl Lamp from Urban Outfitters and Owen quilt by Don't Quilt Your Day Job. Owls are also making conspicuous appearances in your homes. Case-in-point AT: Chicago 2007 Smallest Coolest Contest semifinalists Becky and Chris' Nice to Come Home To (above). Design Public also has a new owl wall decal (yes, owls + decals = design trend overload). Get it here. See less

See this at: freshome.com| Added on 11/11/07

Bedroom furniture inspiration is another inspirational post from our bedroom inspiration series. Today I’ve gathered another 5 beautiful bedrooms for you, and I hope that while you are watching these pictures a few inspirational ideas will hit you.... See more

Bedroom furniture inspiration is another inspirational post from our bedroom inspiration series. Today I’ve gathered another 5 beautiful bedrooms for you, and I hope that while you are watching these pictures a few inspirational ideas will hit you. If you would like more inspiration check our Bedroom section …I’m sure you’ll find a lot of interesting stuff there. See less

See this at: erdemselek.com.tr| Added on 11/02/07

In this dish drainer design water from the dishes drips on to the plants. Product can hold dishes and utensils up to 2 users. With the help of the branches around the pot, dish drainer grabs the dishes. Sheet steel is folded in the shape of a cone in... See more

In this dish drainer design water from the dishes drips on to the plants. Product can hold dishes and utensils up to 2 users. With the help of the branches around the pot, dish drainer grabs the dishes. Sheet steel is folded in the shape of a cone in order to form the dish drainer. See less

See this at: noncicredo.net| Added on 10/27/07

* littlemermaid85: I think it’s amazing art, made out of totally ordinary things. It takes a real creative artist... * jo: it’s not a high speed photo or digital manipulation, if you look carefully you’ll see everything is... * Suzie: Absolutely... See more

* littlemermaid85: I think it’s amazing art, made out of totally ordinary things. It takes a real creative artist... * jo: it’s not a high speed photo or digital manipulation, if you look carefully you’ll see everything is... * Suzie: Absolutely beautiful! Like it a lot * Izabael: It’s a high speed photo. They dropped all that junk from the ceiling. * Dr. Estagiário: Awsome! * Nathan: I love the toaster but the flamewar is what makes this post excellent. even the editing out of a harmless... * Hauke: Whoa this is cool. * Taginar: Let’s all discuss about toast. Toast is a fun thing to talk about no? What’s more exciting than... * DK: This is where the Seti@home data is collected * judy: A really beautiful installation. Makes such a welcome change from the majority of Installation Art which... * Applerain1984: I want to sleep in a roomful of that! * Applerain1984: Cool but it makes my noggins hurt a little. * Applerain1984: This is nice. How true is this? I wonder… * Applerain1984: He’s... See less