| How to Use Canvas Art for Interior Designing of a Home? Posted: 22 Nov 2013 04:31 PM PST Interior Designing is a very vast field. Designing one's interior cannot have any defined method or way, since it's a taste what needs to be portrayed in a good interior designing. Key to a successful interior designing is that one puts in their own personality in their designing of interior. Good interior designer are good, because they study the inhabitants of the home or weigh the environment that they think needs to be created here. There are a couple of sectors that really are foundation of an interior designing, but the most important of them are the walls of the place needing interior designing. The walls of a home or an office need special concentration as they form the basic theme of any interior design. Choices of furniture and lighting fixtures have their own importance without any doubt, but walls tend to lead in terms of importance. Importance of Walls in Interior designing:
Walls are the vertical part of any place intended for interior designing. These vertical areas are perfect for designing as they are the one that have direct and perfect view for a visitor or the resident themselves. Interior designers concentrate on the beauty of walls for the sole purpose that they have they are the first thing to be noticed when one walks in a room. Few of the things that designers use to have those walls as major contributor in interior designing are:
•Textured Wall Colors
•Canvas Art Frames
•Wall Arts
•Wall Carvings
These fields are perfect for creating any theme one needs to create according to their taste and desire. Wall color is the most important one of them all. The wall color decide about the color combination of canvas art frames, wall arts and wall carving intended for wall decoration. So keeping in mind the theme in focus, one goes for base color of the walls to create a perfect ambiance. Wall arts and wall carvings are quite a tough part of the interior designing. The selection of wall art and carving needs to be perfectly aligned with the theme of the whole room as in choice of furniture and other fixtures. On the other hand, canvas art frames give us enough flexibility with choice of images to go for. Canvas Art Frames
Canvas art frames for decoration are one of the simpler and widely used medium all around the world. Different images printed on to canvas prints, metal or acrylic prints give one great flexibility for choosing different themes and also a great room for changing the theme after a while. Though wall art can be removed from the wall easily without hurting the wall color, canvas art on the other hand has more easy installation and removal. The choice of images can be scenery, family photos and any kind of art one sees fit according to the room's theme. Like for example, if one is going for themes like Egyptian theme, the choice of images needs to be of the wall carving of images on pyramids and other Egyptian castle ruins. These canvas art frames come in different designs like a single image on multi frame which give them a very a unique look in any interior designing. Tom Anderson is professional content writer. He writes about home decoration, planning for self-grooming and necessity of innovation in every sector.  |
| Wedding Arch Ideas Posted: 22 Nov 2013 03:59 PM PST When planning your wedding you may be considering adding a wedding arch for you and your loved one to stand in front of when exchanging your vows. Wedding arches are a nice addition because they ensure that you are properly centered in front of your guests, and they make an excellent backdrop for wedding photos. When it comes to arches you have many different types of materials, décor, and shapes to choose from. If you are searching for the perfect arch for your special day here are a few ideas to consider. 
Traditional Arch
A traditional rounded arch is a nice option that can be decorated with flowers, ribbons, and embellishments in your wedding colors. You can choose from pre-made wooden or iron arches, or you can have an arch made out of a natural material such as twigs found in the forest. The base of the most traditional arches is often painted white, or a gray or black metallic color. You can cover your arch almost completely to disguise the material it is made from, or allow the material to be part of your décor.
Draped Arch
Another option to consider is an arch draped with flowing chiffon and fabrics. Draped arches can be made out of the same materials as traditional arches, they just take on a much different shape. Some draped arches are part of a canopy with four legs, while others have two legs. The legs of your arch can be statement pieces like columns, or made with a fairly slender design. While the drapery will be your primary decoration, you can further embellish the top and corners of your draped arch with flowers, ribbons, and other decorations. Wooden Pergola
If you will be getting married in a warm climate you may be looking for a way to create a beautiful focal point that will also provide shade. The last thing you want to be doing on your wedding day is sweating in your dress or tux. This would not only be uncomfortable, it would be apparent in the wedding photos you want to cherish for years to come. An elegant way to achieve shade is to have a wooden pergola built. Wooden pergolas can be left their natural wood color or painted any color you desire. You can weave vines, greenery, and flowers in between the wood to further create shade. You can even use the techniques mentioned above to frame and soften the edges of its square shape. Eclectic Arch
Most wedding arches are pre-made or are custom made in traditional styles. If you are looking for a way to create an arch but want to use nontraditional or repurposed materials to create an unexpected arch you have many options to choose from. Consider using old doors to create a decorative screen, wooden ladders to create an arch with unique shelves, or combine multiple repurposed materials to create a custom arch. You can even string outdoor lights or lanterns from your arch to give it a soft illumination. Whether your wedding is classic, elegant, artsy, high-end, or low-budget, a wedding arch is the ideal place to exchange your vows. Article written by Jaret Miret, (new) husband and home handyman. Jared built his own wedding arch, but recommends you check out Wood Crafters, your leader for pergolas in Houston for both special events and just to improve your home.  |
| Building a Raised Garden Bed Made Easy Posted: 22 Nov 2013 03:42 PM PST For many gardeners, moving onto the next level of their craft will mean planting in raised garden beds. Those who have made the switch watch their vegetable gardens benefit from richer soil, effective drainage, increased aeration, and reduced weeds. The gardeners themselves may find they suffer less back strain tending gardens one to two feet off of the ground. If you want to claim these advantages for yourself, you can easily build your own raised beds within a single morning. 
Choose a location
Look for a level area for your new garden bed. The ideal location will give the plants plenty of sunlight and keep them free of debris and falling leaves from overhanging trees. Start with a space that is 3 x 6 feet or 4 x 4 feet. The bed should not be wider than four feet so that every plant is accessible without having to step inside the bed. Beds longer than six feet will need extra braces to prevent the sides from bowing out with the soil’s added weight. If building multiple beds, leave walkways between the plots so you have space to work.
Prepare the area
Once you have a location, clear the area of turf and weeds, digging down a few inches so that the bed’s walls can be set into the earth and level with each other. For better drainage and to avoid weeds, you may then add layers of gravel and landscape fabric over the area. Galvanized mesh is recommended to prevent burrowing garden invaders such as moles and gophers. The mesh can be secured to the walls of your bed with staples or nails. Add walls
Raised garden beds can be made with a variety of materials—including concrete, bricks, or corrugated metal—but the typical bed has wooden walls. Cedar and redwood resist rotting and last longer than other options but are more expensive. Whatever wood you choose, be careful not to use any that might release toxins into the garden soil. The Old Farmer’s Almanac warns against pressure-treated wood or railroad ties treated with creosote. To begin building, first anchor wooden posts in the ground at each corner. (If the bed extends six feet or longer, a post should be placed halfway along each side for added stability.) Next, set 2×4 planks cut to size a few inches into the ground and attach them to the posts with nails or screws. These planks can be stacked on top of each other up to two feet high. As you place the walls, make sure to keep the sides at right angles to each other. To finish off, saw the posts level with the walls and smooth the earth around all sides. Put planking around the top edge if you want a convenient place to set down tools or a glass of iced tea while you work. Fill with soil
With the garden frame sturdy and ready for use, fill the area in with a blend of peat moss, compost, and soil mix. This is your chance to create a nutrient-rich environment for your plants to thrive. Remember that watering will settle the soil over time, so be generous and fill to the top of the walls. Plant your new garden
Tomatoes, squash, string beans—the options are only limited by the space of the bed. Map out your plans for the garden space and start planting. This article was written by Fergie McLachlan, organic gardener who grows her own organic veggies and has a fully organic flower garden. She writes this article on behalf of Bio Landscaping, your number one choice in organic commercial landscaping companies. Check them out for a full range of organic landscaping services.  |
| What to look for when buying a new house Posted: 22 Nov 2013 11:34 AM PST When buying a new house, there are several things that you should look for to ensure that you are making an informed purchase. There is certainly no doubt that buying a home is the largest investment that you will ever have to make in your lifetime. For this reason, you should only make decisions after researching and planning carefully to ensure that you don't make a mistake that might make you regret later. While it is obvious that the major consideration when purchasing a new house will be your budget, sometimes you need to look beyond the budget in order to make the right choice as explained here below.
Type of the house
First of all, the most important thing is to know the types of houses that can fit your budget limits and then start deciding from there. For instance, do you wish to buy a small house located at the city center which is obviously costly or would it be a better idea to search for a house in the suburbs that is more spacious not to mention cheaper? Once you have made up your mind on this, you will definitely have an easier time when looking for a new house that suits your needs and falls within your budget limits. Design and style
While house design and style weren’t a big issue a couple of years back, things have really changed and most people want to buy something that suits their tastes and can be appreciated by others. This will help avoid having to spend more money in efforts of redecorating your new house so that it can suit your tastes and standards. While there is no doubt that decorating is the most sensible thing to do in an old house, decoration of new houses is wastage of resources. Surroundings and neighborhood
Most people find the process of viewing houses very overwhelming and confusing as they will see so many houses that selecting the right one becomes difficult. However, regardless of how good a house appears, it is important that you also consider the surrounding and neighborhood so that you can make the best choice. You can purchase a new house impulsively only for you to realize that you can't sleep at nighttime because there is too much noise from the nearby public transport system or because the house is next to an industry that manufactures its products at night. Lastly, when searching for a new house to buy, you should know if you want to hunt the house all by yourself, or you would rather hire the services of professional real estate agents. While it is obvious that agents are nothing more than the additional cost on your already tight budget, it really makes sense that you hire one especially if you are a first time home buyer. The small fee that you will pay is worth more than purchasing a new house and spending the rest of your life in regrets. Author bio: Dobrin Georgiev is an young architect with 9 years in the construction field. He is constantly challenging himself with the newest in his field of expertise. Since several years he has dedicated some of his time writing articles and giving professional advices to people about how to build their home in the most efficient way and still have good design ideas invested in it. Currently he is a major contributor to the Scandinavian construction company Huscompagnietkonstruktion nya hus  |
| Modern House Design by Neumann Mendro Andrulaitis Architects Posted: 21 Nov 2013 11:34 PM PST Neumann Mendro Andrulaitis Architects had designed this modern house in curvilinear shape with surrounding landscape of valley and coastline, accentuating indoor and outdoors space. A unique curved sloping roof form with a radial wood ceiling interior finish provides warmth, continuity between building spaces, and excellent acoustics. the natural site slope was re-contoured with a series of terraces for the house, guesthouse, pool and spa. [ Via ] 
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