Outdoor Showers

Finally, time for outdoor activities, showers are prominent around beach homes or homes with pools.

Get back to nature by attaching a shower head and knobs to an organic support. The palm trees set around this shower provide privacy and awaken the senses. I love the natural feel of this idea.

Reading Corner : " Fashionable and Comfy Recamier Reading Corner "

There are few activities as relaxing and stimulating as reading. Those who enjoy it so much usually have their own special reading corner within their crib, a place where they like to get lost in the fascinating words of who knows what authors. What you see in the photos below is a combination between a comfortable chaise-longue and a shelving system, creating the “Recamier Reading Corner” from designer Inbar Paradny Kalomidi. With this type of furniture item, reading will seem more intense than ever, as the ergonomics of this design ensures maximum body comfort and a high level of concentration. The uncommon reading corner looks perfect for the living room and when it is not in use by one of the passionate “readers” within the home, it can serve as a regular sitting item. With the shelves near by, all of the user’s favorite books are easy to reach and so are other items that can be used during reading intermissions.-

New Traditional Bedroom Design

Warm neutrals with golden accents draw you into this warm, intimate space. The slight sheen on the drapery panels and bedding add a luminous quality, and the linear details of the fabrics and furniture are caught by the light from the wall mounted arc sconces on either side of this master bedroom. A true retreat within the home, this cozy spot will make for a memorable 'staycation'.



The bronze and iron screen found in a Parisian flea market was the inspiration for the creation of this lavish master bedroom. Photo by Michael Robinson.



Bed hangings fashioned of lace and a hand-loomed French linen rug add to the airiness of this light-filled master bedroom. The subtle contrasts in color and texture create an elegant and serene retreat. Photograph by Hyunjung Bay.



Fitzsimmons Design used a fresh periwinkle blue to fill the volume of space in this master bedroom. Light and airy window treatments complete the happy feeling in the room. Designer tip: When designing a large bedroom, think outside the box; choose a settee and a café table at the end of the bed for a private breakfast area.



An inviting guest room mixes warm golds with crisp black and white. Adding just a pop of color, the pillows repeat the spring green color found in the antique lamp.



Repeating the pattern in the rug, ceiling and throw pillow creates a very interesting look in a room.



A colorful rug adds a playful touch to the twin beds in this bedroom.

Traditional Bedroom Designer by Shelly Riehl David

Shelly Riehl David has been designing high end residential and commercial interiors for discerning clients for over twenty years. Her work has been published nationally and internationally. Her projects have been featured in Florida Design Magazine, Florida Travel & Life, Casa Y Estillo and numerous other publications. Her projects have been featured on the cover of European Homes and Gardens, Spaces Magazine, Decorating Spaces and Window Fashions magazine.For Shelly's continuing design tips and insprirations, view her Facebook!!




Carefully selected fabrics of plaids, floral prints and faux fur were chosen for the unique bedding to help create a sophisticated bedroom used by guests to this country estate. A mirrored side table, equestrian artwork and rolled arm fringed bench compliment this beautifully upholstered hand-carved bed that welcomes guests to


This traditional master bedroom on a country estate exudes luxury. By combining different fabrics and textures on the corner arm chair, upholstered hand-carved bench and curved embroidered bed with one-of-a-kind bedding, the designer was able to create a space of comfort and solace. Rich silk draperies frame not only the beautiful ... more



This traditional bedroom exudes luxury. By combining different fabrics and textures on the chair, bench and custom bedding, the designer was able to provide this homeowner with a bedroom they never want to leave.

Reading Corner Design Ideas For Small Space

We realized we haven’t paid any attention to good books lately, which is why we decided to make a post especially for them. In our opinion, every home should be enriched by a bookcase, no matter how minimalist its design would be. Most people prefer reading in bed before sleep or taking a good book outside and find the coziest park bench. But what if you could have the perfect “erudition” place within your reach, conveniently integrated in your own crib? In this post we decided to showcase some of the most beautiful reading corners we encountered while researching for Freshome ideas. We narrowed it down to 35 amazing photos of reading corners that we find extremely inviting. Some of them feature stylish armchairs, others just interesting floor arrangements. We even have examples of reading corners which were improvised on the windowsill. Enjoy the photos!

Design Ideas

The Moroccan-inspired greeting room makes a powerful statement and sets the tone for the rest of the home. This home is done in good taste, colors and comfort.



This library is filled with deep chocolate fabrics, leather, dark wood and orange accents. It’s a place to relax, watch TV and read a book. Always remember to have varied light sources in a room that serve many purposes, including lamps for reading, accent lights for art and candles to set the mood.



The wall entering the kitchen is a hand painted cartoon waiter pointing to the dining room that guests can sign as they leave. The tabletop is a French door that pulls out to seat up to six people. The mix of black and white patterns make this room pop with personality!!!



The fireplace wall is designed to be the focal point of the living room. The built-in benches that flank the fireplace allow for additional seating. Two of SPI's signature U Chairs from the SPI Line are perched perfectly in front of the fire. The U Chair is available in rosewood, white, green and black lacquer.

 

Calgon, take me away!!!!!

SPI commissioned this sculptural solid stone, oversized tub in France. Weighing over three tons, the tub had to be lowered into the bathroom with a crane via the skylight since it would not fit through the bathroom door.

Fireside

Like the A6DS Fireplace and Spark Modern’sLinear Burner, Planika's Fire Line presents a whole new way to enjoy the unmatched pastime of dozing away a cozy eve, brandy (or whatever imbibement might tickle your fancy), book, and flickering flames by your side. Like the aforementioned predecessors, Fire Line is a horizontally-oriented burner that (with the help of renowned designers like Arik Levy and Christophe Pillet) is artfully and architecturally integrated into interior or exterior walls—perhaps just the ticket for the cool eves of May.
As regards the behind-the-scenes functionality of the concept(s), however, Planika charts a decidedly greener course than others of its ilk. Touted as the world’s first “smokeless fire,” Fire Line appliances don’t burn fossil fuel, but rather the distinctively named Fanola—“based on ethanol of plant origin, Fanola® is a renewable and green source of energy. While burning it produces no smoke, no smell and leaves no ashes.” Nor does it produce any CO2; thus, it requires neither venting, nor chimney, nor expensive and timely installation. In fact, Planika chucks modesty to the wind in boasting that you can receive your chosen Fire Line model in the mail and be sipping your Hot Toddy fireside within a mere ten minutes.







This last point begs the question, “what variety of Fire Line do you desire?” A question that’s not so simple to answer, given that the appliances’ safety, ease of use, and portability gives rise to multiple incarnations. Enter masters like Levy and Pillet, who respectively contribute Fire High, the millennial answer to the tiki torch; and Jar, the millennial answer to the fire pit.
Beyond the contributions by Levy and Pillet, Planika’s in-house design arm, Planika Studio, offers up some 20 additional styles, from portable affairs like the beguiling L-Shape, to coffee-table numbers like the always comforting Hot Chocolate, to the Architect's Line of customized, permanent installations.