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Designing interiors for calm: Your quick guide for the new year We can't keep up if we don't place higher value on calmness and solitude. Here's how to make your home the epitome of tranquil in 2021.
If this year leaves us with any new wisdom, it’ll be about the value of calm and solitude in our often busy and hectic lives. In the past year, many millions of people have been able to pause and reflect on the injustices in the world or the issues in their lives, and approach them with a little more clarity than before. Many have been trapped at home, but have created safe, secure, and calming places to relax when things become too much. In this piece, we’re going to look at expanding those calm spaces to make your home the epitome of tranquil in 2021. Light and dark A home…
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A guide to setting up your perfect craft room Unleash your creative juices on command with a dedicated space built just for the task.
Craft rooms are great additions to any home, as they allow the creative juices to flow more easily, and let you explore new and exciting hobbies where you can always create something new. If you’re trying to set up the ideal creative space from scratch, you might not know where to start. The following guide can help you. Encourage as much natural light as possible Natural light will be a huge help for all different crafts, as they will enable you to see everything you’re doing more easily, and more realistically. This is particularly important for painting or drawing. Not only that, but more natural light helps to set up…
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Ways to keep your home free of pests An ounce of prevention is worth a pound (or ten) of nasty chemicals.
Pests are unfortunately a part of life — and an inconvenient one at that. They can vary from repulsive creepy-crawlies to highly destructive rodent problems costing you thousands of dollars in damage. It’s essential to be proactive and prevent pest from taking hold in your home to begin with, but signs that you may have an infestation on your hand (and this article is too little, too late) include: Droppings Evidence of nests Noises in the walls (larger pests, such as rodents) Damage to property, such as evidence of chewing Here are 10 ways to keep your home free of any nasties: Store food correctly Try to avoid leaving food…
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6 easy steps to living a plant-based life Look and feel good while also being ethical. Going full vegan isn't as hard as they made it out to be!
Whether you are intending on going fully vegan or simply cutting out as much meat and dairy as possible while focusing your diet on fruit, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains, the positive effect you will have on the planet’s health and the environment is monumental. However, living a life based on plant consumption can seem remarkably daunting to a cheese-lover, a meat-eater, or simply anybody who has no previous experience of planning and preparing vegan meals. With these six easy steps, that task will hopefully be lessened, and you can get closer to the lifestyle you desire. Why go plant-based, any way? There are endless books, podcasts, documentaries, and even…
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Why sewing is one of the best hobbies to pick up (and how to get started) If you’re thinking of picking up a new hobby as winter starts to set in, we politely suggest that hobby should be sewing. Here's why.
If you’re thinking of picking up a new hobby as winter starts to set in, we suggest that hobby should be sewing. Not only can it save your wardrobe and money, but it has great mental benefits too. As well as all the reasons we think you should take up this craft, we’ve also included a few tips to get you started. Altering, Repairing and Repurposing Do you remember the good ol’ days, when a hole in a frock or sock meant it was repaired, not tossed in the bin? No? Neither do we, but ask your parents about it. Cheap high street brands and seasonal fashions have led to the…
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Sleek and inspiring modern kitchen designs Looks to consider for your next kitchen do-over.
A sleek, modern kitchen design can give your house a homely and relaxed mood and at the same time add a cozy ambiance. Whether you choose a minimalist, comfy, or a spacious outlook, a good choice of color palettes, flooring, cabinetry, and artwork finishes can give it a welcoming atmosphere. If you want to have a kitchen facelift or are in the process of building your own house, here are the things you might want to consider for that sleek and inspiring modern kitchen design. Cabinetry and Countertops In almost every home, the kitchen is the first place where family members meet before going to work, school, or the respective…
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Check out these 9 WEIRD designer beds Going to sleep has never been so strange.
Industrial strength magnets power this magnetic floating bed by designer Janjaap Ruijssenaars. It is held in its position by 4 wires attached the floor. This standing bed is perfect for those days when you want to feel like a marshmallow. The Quantum Sleeper, price tag: $160,000. Why the price? Because it hermetically seals itself to protect you from bio-chemical terrorist attacks, natural disasters, and any kidnappers who might try to snatch you in the night. “It also has one-way mirrors so intruders can watch themselves futilely try to get in while you sit inside and call the police on your mobile, shortwave or CB radio.” Of course the bed also…
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From this vantage point secluded behind stone walls the breathtaking views stretch from Palos Verdes to Catalina and San Clemente Islands to Table Rock Beach and crashing waves. An exquisite 2-level main residence and guest house span approximately 4,350 square feet of French Riviera-inspired elegance and 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 2 half baths, 4 fireplaces. Every inch of the property has been thoughtfully and artfully finished with the finest bespoke materials and timeless European coastal style. Both houses are clad in limestone with slate roofs while interiors feature plank hardwood floors of black walnut, accents of limestone and vintage terracotta bricks imported from France, furniture-grade cabinetry and every tech/comfort amenity.…
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