Thoughtful Home Design

Yoga utilizes breathing as part of its overall process. Creating a space that 'breathes' is a specialty of architectural firm KC Design Studio . Nature is intrinsic in the romantic persona of the boxy design. Wooden tabletops, select lighting, and stone slabs are the material basis providing a modern rustic interior. Have a look. 

By Jared K Advantages of Gray Gray is a common occurrence in modern kitchens. Namely because gray goes well with nearly every color with which it is paired. In fact, some people think that adding a gray finish is one of the best methods to add contrast and depth to a kitchen. Gray is so adept that it gives the designer freedom in every category from transitional, to modern, and even traditional. The fact that there are over 50 shades of gray (hehe) is what enables this color to harmonize so well with others. By choosing the correct shade you can add elements of brightness for a cozy ambiance or keep it monochromatic for a more modern look. Benefits of Matte One benefit of a matte cabinet door is that imperfections such as fingerprints and scratches are a lot less obvious than on cabinets that have a gloss finish. This isn't to say that they don't appear at all, they do, but it is much less noticeable. Furthermore, the color on something with a matte finish will often appea...

By Kim Ward  So you have decided that you can no longer live with the kitchen or bathroom that you have in your home and feel it's time for a redesign. You know you are ready for a remodel but before you call in a contractor you would love some basic background to how a design comes together. Designing your space will be easy but before any plans can be put into place it's important for your designer or contractor to understand your personal needs. When it comes to design there are many aspects one must consider. There is flow, usability, storage, aesthetics, illumination, code compliance, and price. These are all very important points that must be addressed along with a host of others but before you get too deep into the infrastructure of design you must first start with a broader picture. There are three ways to view a room and they are emotionally, spatially, and aesthetically. Let's look at each. Emotion is often the number one reason why people decide to remodel a spac...

The double-height fireplace you see truly takes over the room. Adding an artsy yet functional addition to the living space. Encased in a metal laced surround that rises 19 feet from the marble floors and hearth to the ceiling. Created by  Sergey Makhno Architects , for a recently completed home in Kyiv, Ukraine. What do you think? 

There is a misconception that monochrome equals drab. A monochrome color scheme makes use of different hues, tints, shades, and grades of the same color. This apartment in France by Anastasiia Reznichenko of Ukraine is a great example of how to correctly apply a monochrome color regime.  Behance

By Adeel Ali The 21st century has definitely seen a rise in the level of awareness regarding environmental conservation and sustainability. From efficient waste disposal to water conservation, everybody is looking for ways to make sure that the earth stays green. But, if you are still wondering if switching off the lights when not in use is enough on your part, then think again. There are more things that you can do to not only reduce your electricity bills but also save energy. Here are some eco-friendly ways to brighten your home. With these tips, you can give your house a completely fresh and vibrant appeal, while at the same time reduce energy consumption significantly. First of all, ditch those old tungsten coil bulbs. The rusty 70s look is not what you want to welcome your guests too. Prefer lighting up your living room with calm lights using LED bulbs. These are not just energy-efficient but also last reasonably longer than the traditional bulbs or CFLs. And the best pa...

By Kim M Ward Good design is defined as the unity of design and a timeless look. But to achieve unity and an evergreen look one must give consideration to all the principles of design. Remodeling your kitchen and bathroom is so much more than selecting fixtures and painting the walls. A good remodel will have a well thought out design concept that begins with the principles of design as its foundation. The principles are balance, rhythm, emphasis/focal point, scale, proportion, and harmony/unity. In order to have a better understanding of these concepts, we will look at each at it pertains to bathroom remodel planning and kitchen planning. Let's start with balance which is the distribution of the visual weight of objects, colors, textures, and space. On a recent powder room design, a client requested tile to be installed above the vanity all the way up the wall and considered tiling the whole wall not just above the vanity. The powder room being very small could only visual...