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• The hobbit house – built in four month with only a chisel and a hammer
• Reclaimed slate clock: both fun and functional
• House between mountains and sea by Alfredo Resende Arquitectos
• Revolutionary Stoov by Methieu Baele
• Beautiful House Overlooking Falmouth Harbor
• The Buchanan Sofa
• The Imperial Cullinan in Hong Kong sets new standards for living
• Sparkling DIY Mercury Glass Vases
• Riad Enija- Wonderful Restored Luxury Retreat
• Retro bling penthouse interior design by LecaroliMited

The hobbit house – built in four month with only a chisel and a hammer Posted: 21 Sep 2011 10:17 AM PDT When you look at this fantastic hobbit house, as it is called by the neighbors, you probably think that it took a long and elaborate process to build it and a team of architects. You're probably going to be impressed to find out that the house was actually built by the owners themselves, actually by Simon Dale with some help from his father-in-law. He decided to build a house for his wife and kids and they wanted it to be in the middle of nature. So they chose this location. The owner of the woods found out but he was happy to have someone live there to take care of the forest so the family didn't even have to pay for the land they were building the house on. The owners had to build this home from scratch. At the beginning, Simon Dale only had a chisel, a chainsaw and a hammer. Nevertheless, he had a dream and he was decided to make it come true. The family moved to the hillside in Wales and Mr Dale started digging. In just a few moths he managed to build this fully sustainable house with a budged of only £3,000. He had no carpentry or architecture knowledge so it wasn't easy. There was a lot of stress and exhaustion, but it was always followed by fun and satisfaction. As for the materials, the owners used scrap from wood for the floors and pallets for the walls. At the beginning, Mr. Dale needed some help from his father-in-law who helped him put up the timber frame and then the roof. As soon they had a shelter, his wife and kids moved inside while Mr Dale continued the work. The roof has a layer of straw bales for insulation. It's then covered with plastic that makes it waterproof. On top of everything, earth was placed. The materials used to build the house were gathered from skips, builder's yards and donations. The walls are covered with lime plaster instead of cement. The house also has a compost toilet, a fridge that's cooled by the air from under the building's foundation and solar panels on the roof. This is what makes the house fully sustainable and part of the nature. The running water comes from a nearby spring. The house has a very low impact on the impact and it allows harmony to be created between nature and the people living there.The hobbit house was built in 2005. After that, Mr. Dale moved on to his next project, the first home in the Lammas Village project. It has a design similar to the hobbit house.{found on dailymail and pics by simondale} Subscribe to Homedit's Feed to get constant updates of our Awesome Posts! © Homedit- Daily interior design ideas ! | Permalink to The hobbit house – built in four month with only a chisel and a hammer

Reclaimed slate clock: both fun and functional Posted: 21 Sep 2011 09:49 AM PDT I know plenty of people that can't make up their minds when it comes to choosing a clock. They want something fun and modern, but they also want it to match their décor. It's not easy to do both. Fortunately we found a very special clock design that might just work. This reclaimed slate clock is definitely something different. The clock is actually made of reclaimed pieces of wood and slate. The idea is very simple. Just make a square and add a piece of wood on one of the side that will become the bottom side. You'll be able to put the chalk there. Add the clock mechanism in the middle and the clock in done. It's actually a very fun project to do by yourself. But if you prefer to leave the hard work for someone else, just buy the complete version for $95. This is a very fun and functional clock because you can actually write on it. This way you can use as a blackboard to write your schedule or the to do things and little reminders. Every time you'll look at the clock to see the time you'll also see the writing. It's very useful. Moreover, it's very fun, especially if you have kids, They'll probably love to write and draw on it. The clock measures 12″ L x 12.75″ W x 2.4″ D; approx. 5 lbs, uses 1 AA battery and you'll also get one piece of chalk and a sawtooth wall-mounting bracket. Subscribe to Homedit's Feed to get constant updates of our Awesome Posts! © Homedit- Daily interior design ideas ! | Permalink to Reclaimed slate clock: both fun and functional

House between mountains and sea by Alfredo Resende Arquitectos Posted: 21 Sep 2011 09:02 AM PDT This small but very interesting and unusual residence is located in Viana de Castelo, Portugal. It was designed and built by Alfredo Resende Arquitectos and João Resende, José Oliveira. It was completed in 2007 and it sits on 245 sq meters. The house is very conveniently located in an area between mountains and sea that allows incredible views and amazing landscape. The panoramic views were definitely a very important factor when the owners bought this piece of land. The little area situated on top of the mountain, protected from north winds and with such beautiful landscape looked like it was almost begging for a house. The residence sits on a platform created by the existing stone walls that define the land. The stone walls were very beautiful and worth to be preserved. However, some of them were almost ruins so they had to be rebuilt. The house has a very simple and geometrical design and it seems to be part of the landscape. It has large windows and a balcony, strategically chosen to offer the owners to opportunity to admire the incredible surroundings. There's also a pool that is connected to a garden. The whole structure seems so historically beautiful. It's part of the landscape and that area wouldn't be the same without it. It's like the house chose its own land.{found on archdaily} Subscribe to Homedit's Feed to get constant updates of our Awesome Posts! © Homedit- Daily interior design ideas ! | Permalink to House between mountains and sea by Alfredo Resende Arquitectos

Revolutionary Stoov by Methieu Baele Posted: 21 Sep 2011 08:08 AM PDT It is known the fact that a baby changes your life and your personality too. You become more responsible, more tolerant, and more patient. A baby modifies your schedule as he or she has his or her own schedule. Actually you must adapt your life to a new order. You will realize how many things you need to carry with you when you go somewhere with him or her. So it is important to get the tools and things that can easy your new life and help you manage better. Stoov is such an important item that you definitely should have it especially when you have a baby. It is a cooking unit designed by Methieu Baele and presented by Electrolux as a revolutionary cooking piece. The advantage is that you can stick it on to any cooking pots and due to its electromagnet can be attached to any side of the dish. Its cooking method is very simple and easy: you need to set the temperature on to the touch screen and the piece will do the rest. Another good thing about this appliance is the fact that due to its internal battery and small size you can take it with you anywhere you please. The following images will show you how simple and easy you can work with Stoov. Subscribe to Homedit's Feed to get constant updates of our Awesome Posts! © Homedit- Daily interior design ideas ! | Permalink to Revolutionary Stoov by Methieu Baele

Beautiful House Overlooking Falmouth Harbor Posted: 21 Sep 2011 07:25 AM PDT If you are on property search then this next house is the perfect place to start your life. This three-bedroom house is located on the southern coast of Antigua. Built in 2005 this beautiful residence is on a lush hillside within Nelson’s Dockyard National Park. Overlooking Falmouth Harbor the two-story house is a traditional Georgian style residence that will leave you speechless. It features a covered outdoor living room, an indoor dining room, a half bath and a gallery kitchen on the first level. On the main floor you can see two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, and one of them has a small kitchenette with a refrigerator and a stove. This gorgeous house has a lot of personality due to the bold colors used throughout the entire place. Moreover you will find traditional, rustic furnishings that give it flavor. It also presents a lot of great elements like high-pitched ceilings with exposed beams, multiple ceiling fans, floors of greenheart tropical hardwood and windows with wooden slats, or jalousies, that are perfect for light control and air flow. Situated just a glance away from Turtle Bay Beach and with features like a swimming pool and two guest cottages, this house is a dream come true. Available for $2,500,000 this lovely house has a lot to offer, starting with breathtaking views. Subscribe to Homedit's Feed to get constant updates of our Awesome Posts! © Homedit- Daily interior design ideas ! | Permalink to Beautiful House Overlooking Falmouth Harbor

The Buchanan Sofa Posted: 21 Sep 2011 06:03 AM PDT This particular sofa is probably one of the most versatile models you could find. It has a very simple design and it offers a multitude of options when it comes to color and fabric. The Buchanan Sofa also offers exceptional quality. It's crafted with meticulous attention to details and the materials sued are one of the best. As for the design, the Buchanan Sofa is quite simple. It has rolled arms and soft cushions that provide great comfort. With a sofa like this you'll probably spend a lot of time in the living room, just enjoying the cozyness. The sofa measures 87″ wide x 38.5″ deep x 36.5″ high And it's crafted with a kiln-dried hardwood frame. Also, it has 4 small legs that lift the whole structure a few cm above the ground. The double-padded seat cushions and extra-thick foam core invite you to spend many hours of relaxation in this sofa. The thinkly cushioned arms and back complete the whole design. What is particularly interesting and attractive about this sofa is that is can be customized with your choice of over 80 custom fabrics and colors. This means you can choose any fabric you want and combine it with any color you want. The sofa can be bought for EUR695.83 – EUR1082.84 and it can ordered from the catalog or on the internet only. Subscribe to Homedit's Feed to get constant updates of our Awesome Posts! © Homedit- Daily interior design ideas ! | Permalink to The Buchanan Sofa

The Imperial Cullinan in Hong Kong sets new standards for living Posted: 21 Sep 2011 05:33 AM PDT This beautiful apartment that you see in the pictures is part of the Imperial Cullinan, a new structure in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong. The entire neighborhood has exquisite apartment decorated with Italian marble and some of them even have private pools. The complex is situated above the Olympic MTR station and it consists of six towers with 650 units total. Standard flats range from 700 to 1,900 square feet. The Imperial Seashore flats also have a private balcony. The flat that you see here has a three meter high ceiling, which allowed the designers to add a beautiful suspended chandelier. The flat measures 1,383 square feet and it has four bedrooms. This particular one has a peacock theme and it's decorated with feather and tones of gold. Each master bathroom in the premium units features white marble imported from Italy and an Italian mosaic along one wall. The living room and open kitchen measure 485 sq ft. There are 27 premium units in each building and the price starts at HK$40 million. There are also 7 Imperial Sky Manor units and two of them also come with a private swimming pool. The apartment shown in the pictures is worth $20,100,000. It has a beautiful peacock theme but the most eye-catching elements are the golden geometrical patterns uses in all rooms. It's a luxurious apartment and it's decorated with style and elegance. Subscribe to Homedit's Feed to get constant updates of our Awesome Posts! © Homedit- Daily interior design ideas ! | Permalink to The Imperial Cullinan in Hong Kong sets new standards for living

Sparkling DIY Mercury Glass Vases Posted: 21 Sep 2011 04:27 AM PDT Perhaps not too many people are truly informed about the use mercury glass. I was curious enough and I discovered interesting things about this subject when I have seen these amazing sparkling DIY Mercury Glass Vases. Mercury glass refers to a substitute for silver and it became to be used for its artistic value more than its usefulness. It is a common term for silvered glass which describes glass that was blown double walled then silvered between the layers with a liquid silvering solution and sealed. There many techniques used for this material in order to get marvelous tableware that can be eye catching for everybody. This material was produced originally from around 1840 until at least 1930 in Bohemia, Germany. As it is a substitute for silver the products made of mercury glass can be really expensive. Now you have the opportunity to make your own DIY Mercury Glass Vases from thrift store so that they can look like made of real mercury glass. It is a nice DIY project which is cheap and all you need are some materials like: silver leaf, adhesive, antiquing glaze, and a sponge brush. The result will be some lovely sparkling DIY Mercury Glass Vases that will become your precious items of your house.{found on remodelthishouse} Subscribe to Homedit's Feed to get constant updates of our Awesome Posts! © Homedit- Daily interior design ideas ! | Permalink to Sparkling DIY Mercury Glass Vases

Riad Enija- Wonderful Restored Luxury Retreat Posted: 21 Sep 2011 03:18 AM PDT Most of us have heard various stories about sheiks and their fantastic lives that they have carried on their exotic palaces. Everybody knows about their impressive harems and their life full of adventures. Imagine yourself in such an exotic place where you can admire the beautiful architectural structure of the oriental construction, the oriental pieces of furniture, the exotic vegetation that surrounds such an attractive place and the peacefulness that you may find in such a place. All these elements can be admired if you have the opportunity to visit the wonderful restored luxury retreat called Riad Enija. It is an exotic boutique hotel located in Marrakech, Morocco. It is a place where the old times are combined with all kinds of styles like Gothic, Eastern or Western in a harmonious way so that you will be charmed by its beauties. The place is 280 years old that used to belong to a wealthy Moroccan silk merchant. The house is approximately 380 years old, divided into two houses with 12 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms connected through corridors, making up 26,910 square feet (2,500 square meters). Besides its colorful interiors and terraces, the oriental decorations that appear at the doors, windows or on ceilings you will also be fascinated by the amazing quietness that you can find here.{found on 1kindesign} Subscribe to Homedit's Feed to get constant updates of our Awesome Posts! © Homedit- Daily interior design ideas ! | Permalink to Riad Enija- Wonderful Restored Luxury Retreat

Retro bling penthouse interior design by LecaroliMited Posted: 20 Sep 2011 11:56 PM PDT What you see here is a very special penthouse located in Berlin. The residence sits on 400 sq meters and it has a very special interior design. It was created by LecaroliMited, an architectural office known for its surprising and flamboyant designs. It was founded in 2005 by Oskar Kohnen and Fabian Freytag and it never ceases to amaze us ever since. The owners of this lace wanted to maintain and open floor plan. In order to do that, the architects working at this project decided to create a series of boxed structures. The residence is split into two levels and the overall interior design is a combination of retro and glamorous elements that apparently have nothing in common but that combined give the results that you see here. I order to create a dynamic and surprising décor, the interior was filled with a multitude of mirrors. They were made on site out of small and non uniform pieces of bespoke custom painted glass. Each piece was split by hand. The mirrored surfaces help create different perspectives from different areas of the house. It's like living in a permanent illusion. Besides these elements, there are also interesting furniture choices, custom designed for the residence. They feature vibrant colors and bright fabrics. One particularly interesting piece is the dining table. It's a modular and adjustable piece that has multiple configurations. It can be 6 meters long and from there it only gets shorter.{pics by Gerrit Engel and found on lecarolimited} Subscribe to Homedit's Feed to get constant updates of our Awesome Posts! © Homedit- Daily interior design ideas ! | Permalink to Retro bling penthouse interior design by LecaroliMited

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