Interior Design

Californian designer Chad Wright has made a sandcastle mould of a typical American house to recreate post-war suburbia on the beach (+ slideshow). (more...)

When it comes to impressing guests, it’s the little things that count. So, why settle for forgettable plastic drinking straws when biodegradable ones will leave a better impression? Offered by Kikkerland, these faux bamboo straws are printed with soy based inks and coated with food-safe wax—making them good to look at, fun to drink from, and compost bin-ready, once used. image: Kikkerland

Entry #2542, June 19, 2013 Over your last vacation did you collect any sea shells. Sea shells are not only made for the beaches to look beautiful but for homes as well. You may have seen the beauty of sea shells when used in chandeliers, lamp shades, flower pots and other decorative items. All these sea shell creations are so beautiful to look at and perfect for display. Picture frame with seashells Image via: Home Decorators Fresh from a summer beach vacation, you may have picked some sea shells from the shore. These shells can be a start of a great decorative project. If you don’t have anything in mind yet, check out these beautiful ideas on using your vacation sea shells in your home interiors: Mirror frame If it’s a complete mirror enhancement you want, this is it! It’s a perfect makeover idea for your decorative and functional mirror at home. All you have to do is to attach the sea shells you collected at the beach on the mirror frame. You may do it in random or patterned. The sea shells will definitely turn your mirror into a highlight on your interior design. Mirror frame made with sea shells Image via: Ciao Newport Beach Table centerpiece Sea shells are great decorative items on top of your table. Whether it’s your coffee table or living room table, these beautiful shells will certainly enhance your table setting. It’s so easy to have this project done. Actually, you just simply arranged the sea shells on top of your table and that should do it. You can add foliage, pots or any decorative item to pair up with the shells. Bathroom window sills décor Make your window sills more attractive by placing sea shells as decorative items. Just imagine how beautiful it looks like to have a series of clamshells on your bathroom window sills. This will provide you with a relaxing beach ambiance while doing your regular personal hygiene. Seashells windowsill Image via: Pinterest With seashells, you will never run out of beautiful decorative ideas. It’s a special gift of nature, not only for beaches, but also for home interiors. Well, you effort in picking sea shells is definitely worthwhile. For more home decor ideas on Stagetecture, click here.

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What did you want to be when you were a kid? When The Grownups asked me that question I always replied with a firm, clear response: 'I'm going to be an author'. Today I make my living in a field that employs many forms of communication, but the verbal arena is where I'm most comfortable—and it's also where I shine most brightly. So it comes as no surprise that have a soft spot for art that incorporates language. After all, words are where I'm a Viking. I've been busily bookmarking prints that make great use of typography as I start to think about how I'd like to decorate the walls of my Los Angeles apartment. Whether you incorporate one or two of these wordy works into a gallery wall or use a single piece for impact, they make a brilliant alternative to a framed poster or painting that is simply visual in nature.  A few favorites are included here, but this round-up just scratches the tip of the iceberg! I'm partial to the prints that make me smile. We all have that friend who goes ALL CAPS on us when texting, or the buddy who first sent us the link to Sweet Georgia Brown's 'Ain't Nobody Got Time For That' Youtube Video. Why not buy a second poster while you're at it and thank these pals for the laughter they've brought to your life? After all, words are important but actions count for a whole lot more! Shopping Guide: Love Love Me Do Print, If Not Now Then When Print, I Like You & I Love You Print, Ain't Nobody Got Time For That Print, Hegel Passion Quote Print, Don't Make Me Go All Caps On You Print. Images: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Nine stone cabins are sheltered beneath a single thatched roof in this addition to a hotel resort in Nha Trang, Vietnam, by architecture practice a21studio (+ slideshow). (more...)

News: urban improvements such as cycle paths, parks and public transport could transform Brooklyn and help turn New York City into the USA's leading location for technology firms, according to plans unveiled this week. (more...)

To say that Manulution’s D-TAIL Sofa is not your average sofa is to state the obvious. One look at this hand-crafted, solid wood beauty, with its streamlined profile and thoughtful detailing, and it’s clear that this is modern design at its lasting best. And now, 2Modern wants to give you a chance to own the D-TAIL Sofa, with a retail value of $4,000! Enter our 7-Day Manulution Sofa Giveaway anytime through June 24, and you’ll have a shot at taking home a future classic—and be sure to share you entry with friends because you’ll get an additional sweepstakes entry for each friend who subsequently enters! Click http://woobox.com/uef46f for a chance to win now!

Materials: Trofast boxes, jig saw, sand paper, screws Description: Ikea's toys storage boxes were used both to cover the ceiling, and to create the libraries. With a jig saw I cut the bottom of the boxes which were then fixed to the wall, alternating with closed boxes with LEDs inside. I fixed to the ceiling the smaller boxes over adhesive strips of LEDs for a very effective ceiling light! The desk is obtained from two old Ikea tables. On the wood I fixed the boxes, while the legs become a shelf for the glass top beneath which are placed TROFAST boxes used as drawers. See more of the Trofast studio. ~ Rosandra, ItalyMore hacks on IKEAHackers.net

Artfully considered, distinctive in concept, Susan Manrao Design focuses on interiors spaces that convey warmth and character while incorporating innovative art installations and inventive technology. I like it alot - especially the warm, neutral colours.