| Dark facades that are not heated Posted: 26 Nov 2013 02:52 AM PST 
Many buildings and monuments suffer the problem that with the heat, their dark finishes warm interiors and significantly increase spending on air conditioning. Even given case of structures and edificacionesque have had to change the tone of its exterior, to find in danger of degradation.
Once again, the technological and research advances have solved this problem. It has been the signature Alesta ® Cool ™ which has managed to develop a painting capable of achieving the lowlights do not absorb heat more than the clear, thus maintaining the stable temperatures.
This is the motto of this new product. The brand has managed to become dark tones colors with the same thermal behavior as the clear. Alesta ® Cool ™ is a powder made of polyester, which has the virtue of improving significantly the levels of reflection of these tones. How do you get it? Thanks to some special pigments developed by their laboratories. Thanks to this painting, the temperature inside buildings is considerably reduced, and with it, spending on air conditioning (a boon to the environment and the consumer Pocket).
As incredible as it may seem, this paint can reduce the surface temperature of the facades up to 20 centigrade. The advantages are obvious: in addition to the reduction of energy cost, the materials that make up the structures suffer one much lower mechanical stress. Alesta ® Cool ™ is suitable for roofs, facades, woodwork (doors, windows and shutters), porches and gazebos, outdoor, street furniture furniture… All a discovery that is set to revolutionize the world of construction and architecture.
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| How to decorate with retro furniture and hit Posted: 26 Nov 2013 01:52 AM PST 
Not long ago, in Decorablog, we published a post on retro-style decor. The truth is that I don’t mind nothing return on this subject, given the interest and its undeniable charm.The retro trend like it so much, it has been a few years being the protagonist of many magazines and fairs of decoration. The retro furniture and accessories are object of desire, and there is no firm that boasts it will not inspire in the years 50, 60 and 70 to design their current collections.
Decorate with furniture retro style is not as easy as it seems: If we go, run the risk of having a House like the one of the first chapters of ‘Tell me’… The idea is to achieve environment balanced and beautiful, with a touch nostalgic but also elegant and modern.
The first thing I recommend is that you don’t spend you a fortune in new furniture or exclusive shops. If you take a look at the homes of parents, grandparents and other insurance that you find pieces full of charm that they were about to pull… The traces and unpacking are also perfect events to find that 50′s table that we both want to have, or a table for the television which had shelves and magazine rack. Don’t forget to bargain!
If you already have furniture, is the time of finding their place. These pieces are very well in rooms decorated with bold colours and geometric wallpapers. You can leave blank walls and wall others striking form, to not go. Decoration accessories are also very well directly kitsch (these figures that formerly were horrified us), phones with fun shapes, murano glass accessories and cylindrical shade lamps. Ah! And mirrors with Sun, a retro icon. In the pictures you can see four perfect examples of how well decorate with retro furniture… And not die trying saturation.
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| A kitchen in white and black matte Posted: 25 Nov 2013 11:27 PM PST 
Surely you agree with me that kitchens in black are a very risky bet. In fact, until recently not recommended use dark colors in this room, because they can give a greater feeling of heat and belittle the space visually. However, in spacious rooms this color can give great depth and sophistication, especially if combined with other colors.
Without a doubt, the best color to wear with black is white and today we bring you an example so you can try it. It’s Carla, a collection that belongs to the wide range of models of the firm overcoats. You like to learn more?
As you can see in the images, Carla collection stands out for the designs in two colors that will never be fashionable: white and Matt Black, which is more elegant even if possible. It is a quite successful combination, since achieved an appearance suggestive, elegant and, above all, very current. 
The collection stands out for the lines pure and simple, ideal for modern interiors, which, together with the gloss finish lacquered white and Matt Black, achieved a perfect set to add a hint of sophistication to the atmosphere. In addition, Carla offers doors glass Grand appearance, and patterns on the surfaces, details able to add a very personal touch and character to any space.
We don’t want to put aside the practical aspect of kitchen Carla. And overcoats has created open spaces of kept and comfortable for work, surfaces equipped with stove, sink and areas for fast food. 
Overcoats is characterized in creating unique kitchen collections and in their factory to follow steps to create kitchens capable of providing that key piece that makes a home a home. Thus, from the first step until the last goal is to create something different, starting with the best materials combined with a large dose of creativity to create kitchens that have a life of its own. |
| Decorate glass terraces Posted: 25 Nov 2013 10:50 PM PST 
Many of us have decided glazing our balconies and terraces, in order to take advantage of those so precious square meters during the whole year and incorporate space into the housing. But glass walls do not imply converting the terraces in rooms no more; in fact, it is important that they are more transparent and open as possible so that they miss the light and to become what the British and Americans known as sunrooms (Sun rooms).
In this article I will show you different styles and options to decorate your glass terraces. Modern, Classic, luxury… For all tastes.
The wicker furniture are perfect for the glazed terraces. No doubt fit you: back in fashion, and even more retro designs style 70s. Armchairs with curved back, the tables… That Yes, I recommend that you give them a new air painting them white or cream. There are great and combine beautifully with large green plants, curtains and blinds in natural fabrics. It is also good idea to paved terrace with baked clay tiles (or tiles) imitating this material, clean and economical. So you separaréis it visually from the rest of the House.
Allocate this space to enable your own spa can be a fantastic idea. What you think of the picture? With a jacuzzi that almost looks like a pool, does not lack detail: the ceiling fan, hanging plants, the white wood flooring… A luxury. In the following pictures you can see several proposals that put up your sunroom, according to different styles and tastes. Sure that you find the perfect inspiration for your home.
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| Hidden loft between vegetation in Chile Posted: 25 Nov 2013 08:25 PM PST 
This loft is located in the middle of the field, hidden among vegetation, in a place away completely from any town centre in Santiago de Chile. It is a taller-estudio belonging to a Greek philanthropist, he needed a refuge in which to think, live and work.
The architect in charge of the planning of the building was Matías Silva Aldunate, who faced the custom as a different project, which aimed to achieve a place in which to be able to disconnect and isolate themselves from the noise. The loft, built in the year 2011, is set in a large Hill which enjoys spectacular views of the city.
The construction is divided into distinct two parts , each of which is located at one end of the field, which has a total 4,000 square meters. The first houses workshop, the kitchen, the bedroom, the bathroom and sauna. From the attic the city you can see through a double-height portico.
The second area includes a swimming pool, BBQ area, a bathroom and the winery. Both parties are related through different paths, resulting in different areas of rest and contemplation. 
They were chosen as materials for building ribbed concrete blocks and metal structures lined with corten steel. In addition, these materials become great supports for climbing plants that eventually will be large vegetal walls. The slope of the terrain helps drive the waters of the vegetation in a natural way.
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| Mural photographic floor instead of carpet Posted: 25 Nov 2013 07:07 PM PST 
In recent days we have been watching a series of murals photo that can give a different and very original touch to your home decor. It is locking in a wide collection of headboards and frames and mirrors, which had the possibility to show only as a traditional image and also offer you the option of projecting light, a detail which makes them even more original.
Likewise, yesterday played you turn the photographic murals with which you can decorate doors and cupboards, only that in this case are not backlit. The same applies to parts that we will talk about today, and they are, nothing more and nothing less, than these same photographic prints to decorate the floor of any room instead of conventional carpet.
The murals photo to decorate the floor you can see all these images are an article which you can find in a great variety of models and sizes. Even in some cases is necessary joining two pieces, a union that is notary never to touch or sight. Don’t need any installation, placed directly on the surface you’ve chosen both in the kitchen and in the bedroom, Hall or living room. As you can see that the theme is varied, as well as also the colorful.
This collection also includes a pair of children’s designs that will go great in the smaller bedroom or play area. All models are non-slip, both in the part that takes contact with the ground as in the tread surface. Maintenance and cleaning is very simple, and has the great advantage of not accumulate mites because it has no hair such as rugs or carpets.
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| Leroy Merlin presents their Tempos of summer Posted: 25 Nov 2013 04:42 PM PST 
Although again in some places it seems that we have returned to the coldest days, the summer is getting closer and decoration companies have echoed this constantly, presenting trends, collections, catalogues and lines of furniture. Today I am going to talk about the Tempos summer 2013 Leroy Merlin, which are already a classic in every season of the year.
Under the name of Tempos signature refers to various trends and proposed decorative destined to serve as inspiration to their customers. Of course, with rooms decorated entirely with items and branded products.
The Tempos summer 2013 propose to decorate rooms with light and colour, but always adapting to a budget. This year, the names of the Tempos are Design, colorful, Chic and Natural charm, while environments inspired by them are Geo glass, Tropical Glamour, Glamour Tropical and Mediterranean. Let’s start with the Tempo Design and environment Geo Crystal: inspired by the architecture and decoration, is based on the marked volumes and metallic colours, highlighting especially cold as blue, chrome and black tones.
For its part, the Tempo colorist proposes an atmosphere of Tropical Glamour, influenced by the style of the 50′s and with materials such as bamboo, Golden, and ceramics. The colors that stand out are acidic and fresh: pistachio, yellow and turquoise. Tempo Chic moved us to the 19th century with its Natural environment a nostalgic atmosphere with aged shades of dusty and furniture. Pink, mauves and LILACS go hand in hand with the green range. The atmosphere romantic and floral spirit.
Finally, Mediterranean is the name of the environment of the Natural charm Tempo: more intense rusticity bathing of the Sun and the history of the Mare Nostrum. The textures are protagonists and also natural materials, such as stone or flax. White in all its shades, is the color par excellence, mixed with blue, green, rose and gray very clear.
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| Retro-style decor Posted: 25 Nov 2013 03:18 PM PST 
The best style of decoration does not have to be the most avant-garde. Sometimes the vintage and retro can do to make your home stand out above the rest with its own personality, but to do this you must be convinced that is the best option. The latest proposals tend to be more bearable, but which are retro not supported average: you like or don’t like.
To achieve a retro style I recommend supporting your imagination on five standards indispensable to give a new life to your home with an air of melancholy. Notes:
In the 1960s and 1970s furniture were not as of now. The Forms rounded were that more also and curves were all the praise. If you are looking for something retro 100%, you must assume it. Strong shades are the Palm. Combinations in Orange, yellow and red varieties you will move to another era. You should go for them to paint the walls and when choosing furniture and accessories. 
Old painted and remodeled kitchen furniture will serve to achieve a retro decor. Wood and metal, materials more prominence once employees, recover. Retro and vintage are very close, so strip of imagination and get you life to find phones from the time, tableware of porcelain naif, vinyl, classic pictures, old gramophones or turntable players… It will give you a tour of an antiques market come very well. That Yes, it should also be said that there are those who prefer not to buy too many things and opt for a minimalist retro style, as for example in the first picture of this article. Geometric designs and prints are the protagonists. Do not be afraid and risks both walls with textiles. The more risk better, although not forget the space that deserve flowers. |
| Replicas of famous chairs Posted: 25 Nov 2013 12:53 PM PST 
There are many designers who have achieved their furniture to be converted to an icon. A kind of artwork that is not always within the reach of all budgets. But fortunately for that there are other people who have been kind enough to make replicas that allow us to have access to most mortals. So if you dream of having a Chair of a famous designerin your House, you don’t miss the designs that I bring you today.
The first one belongs to Verner Panton, and is a replica of his famous Chair Panton. Its ergonomic shape is unmistakable, and offers any guarantee of balance even giving the sensation that can tip over backwards. Best of all is that it is stackable, almost horizontal. It is made of injected abs, its completion is Matt and available color is red, white and black. Also available in size baby, if it makes you excited having the children in the House. 
In the second picture you can see 3 designs of Harry Bertoia: Bertoia Chair, Bertoia stool, and the Diamond Chair. All of them are made of chrome-plated steel and the cushion that include synthetic black is. Eero Saarinen also imitators, have out so you can enjoy your Chair Tulip Arms and boast of it in multiple places of your House. The base is in cast aluminium, painted in white, the structure is abs white and Red pad is included. It is rotating. 
If you prefer, you can have a replica of Luis Ghost Chair by Philippe Starck, a design made of polycarbonate transparent which is original. There is also a version in stool (Short Ghost). If you are looking for a piece that incorporates some tracing on wood, here I bring you two possibilities. The first one is a replica of the structure is chrome, Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair while the seat and the backrest are of grid of natural beech. Also available with armrests in chrome and black. 
Finally, an original design by Charles & Ray Eames: Eames DSW Chair. Its base is wooden and metal rods, and in white abs housing. Other available colors are: light grey, black, red and green. |
| Luxurious Swiss mountain loft Posted: 25 Nov 2013 11:32 AM PST 
A House like this in the mountain is a real luxury, especially for lovers of nature and winter sports. It is located in Zermatt, Switzerland, and was designed by its owner, Heinz Julen, architect, painter and sculptor of the country.
It’s an open loft and spacious, more than 300 square meters, with breathtaking views of the beautiful landscape that surrounds it. It was built with steel, concrete, wood and glass, materials which create a kind of very special constructive harmony.
The sense of space, the light that enters streams through the large windows (some six meters high) and the absolute closeness to nature, which seems to get inside the House, are architectural building keys.
The main space of the ground floor, completely Open, corresponds to a great lounge to enjoy landscape snowy in the heat of the interior (there is a fireplace that is oddly placed in the glazing). The blinds are controlled electronically, in a way that is possible to control the lighting of interiors. 
The protagonist of the show is undoubtedly the great sofa facing the large window where the fireplace is. In one corner stands a Steinway piano, while the rest of the furniture was designed by the own Julen.
A metal staircase leads to the upper floor, which features chill-out with sofa, TV, bathroom, a kitchen, a bar in a cantilever and a toilet area. There are two double rooms, one above the other, overlooking the open space of the loft. Both have their own bathroom. The third bedroom, the principal, is a completely private, with separate bathroom, dressing room, TV, sofa, etc. |
