Desperation for living quarters once again rears its ugly head in the realm of urban habitation. As the above picture shows, a ‘house’ in Cambridge has a lavatory arrangement inside a kitchen. This disgustingly unsanitary set-up was found by planning authorities when they investigated some outbuildings. Their suspicions were obviously …
For those who are starting out in carpentry, door casing is the trim (generally, rectangular in shape) that surrounds the door frame. And fortunately, in most cases, installing the casing is one of the easy carpentry processes that can be achieved within a few hours, and that allows a perfect finish carpentry. …
They say – a pet begins to look like its owner after years of companionship. Well, it seems – designers Jesse Levine and Dan Parkes also believes in the novel scope of the pet’s house looking like the owner’s house. We make this presumption from the uniquely crafted Cat Townhouse …
Curiosity is surely the word that describes the eccentrically named ‘A House for Pink Floyd’. Symbolizing the same psychedelic ideals encountered in the songs of the exalted Pink Floyd, the design does bring forth an eerie sense of wonderment and mystery that is elusive in contemporary heavy constructions. In terms …
Recessed lighting is a great option for decor enthusiasts who want to highlight particular sections of their home’s interior. Other than that, the unobtrusive nature of such lighting installations make them a hit among various spatial zones, including kitchens, bedrooms and living rooms. Finally, recessed lighting can also be used …
We have finally come across a sofa that gives wings to your long repressed building skills. Christened quite unpretentiously as the Bloc’d Sofa, the modular conception designed by Scott Jones, can be rearranged in myriad of ways to suit your preference and purpose. The scope is pretty simple – the …
For many of us, books are our escape pods that remarkably journey through adventures, romances, wars and even personal well being. However in real physical terms, they can prove to be a hindrance from the spatial perspective, especially when you live in a tiny apartment with loads of books. Of …
Korean sculptor and installation artist Do-Ho Suh came to prominence with his various art pieces that allude to the spatial as well as psychological scheme of things. Following this unconventional artistic trend, the designer has unveiled his latest creation in the form of the Specimen Series. The collection comprises of …
When it comes to floors, the daunting scope is not only limited to the aesthetic value of the material. Of course, the visual quality of your floor is an important part of the decor; but even more crucial is the type of the room, the usage pattern of the room …
For most of us, green homes are highfalutin projects that require loads to money and other costly alternatives to construct. However, the fundamental fact is – any house that considerably reduces its impact upon the surrounding environment can be labelled as an energy efficient home. ‘Energy efficiency’ is the key …
