Friday, December 31, 2010

Design Ideas - Special Fireplace

I ran across this sculpture installation that really caught my eye.  A really simple fireplace wall composition with one spectacular piece of art.  The glass wheat sculpture is designed by Canlis Glass out of Seattle, Washington.  Check it out.


Simple composition of the fireplace wall.  A contemporary fire box and open display niche sit side by side.  Wheat sculpture centered above.

Lighting is important here as it really emphasizes the overall texture of the glass.

The stems of glass are set into the base of the sculpture; which in this case also serves as the fireplace mantel.

I don't want to know how much this costs.
I would imagine that this unique glass sculpture is cost prohibitive.  But the idea of the fireplace wall can be borrowed.  Keep the composition very simple.  No need for a fancy fireplace surround with expensive stone and and an ornate mantel.  Instead just place one interesting piece of art above.  Beautiful idea.

Monday, December 27, 2010

Larson Brenner Design to be Featured in New Book

An In-Law Apartment I designed a few years ago is to be featured in an upcoming book by Michael Litchfield.  The book is called in-laws, outlaws and granny flats; and is slated to be available in bookstores and online by late February / early March.

the book can be pre-ordered at the taunton store - in-laws-outlaws-and-granny-flats

The book features a number of case studies that illustrate ways in which homeowners are creating in-law suites.  In our case study - called "Billys Place" we converted an existing garage attic space into a beautiful live able one room studio for Grandpa.

We used the volumes created by the shape of the roof and dormers to zone distinct spaces within.

The living, sitting and entry zones lie underneath the main gable.

The kitchen zone is carved into the northern dormer.
The bed zone lies within the southern dormer.
We at Simply Elegant Home Designs have created a couple of Garage / Studio Apartment designs inspired by "Billys Place".  If interested you can check them out with the links below:


Monday, December 20, 2010

New House Plan Offering - The Excelsior Cottage

Simply Elegant Home Designs is very proud to offer an amazing new house plan - the Excelsior Farmhouse Cottage; designed by Ron Brenner of Larson Brenner Architects.  The design combines elements from traditional farmhouse and contemporary cottage home styles.    

Excelsior Farmhouse Cottage - Front

Excelsior Farmhouse Cottage - Side / Rear

Excelsior Farmhouse Cottage - Living Room
This home plan’s exterior is characterized by this designer’s exquisite attention to scale, proportion, window patterns, materials and all of the details. A beautifully proportioned second story front gable and graceful columns provide a striking entry to the home.  Subtle overhangs with delicate brackets provide interesting shadow lines and help to protect the windows below.

The main floor accommodates kitchen, living and dining areas within its elegant open floor plan. Upstairs the three bedrooms, including the master suite, are neatly placed beneath an interesting roof line.  An above garage bonus room provides ample space for an additional bedroom and family flex areas.

You can visit Excelsior Farmhouse Cottage to learn more about this home design.

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Modern Tiny House Design with Stone Material and Green Courtyard

Here are cool design of tiny house with modern style that builded with stone material. This tiny small house was designed by Zecc Architecten.The house is designed with cool design and look strong because the stone material that looks very awesome. With the green courtyard at outside, this tiny house has fresh air and fresh views. Check out below for this modern tiny house design with green courtyard outside.

Hope this modern small house design located in shoest, netherlands designed with material and have good courtyard view can give you some inspirating ideas.



Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Interior Design Salon " Home ideas "



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Thursday, December 2, 2010

Modern Home Design by Chen + Suchart Studio

Situated on the outskirts of downtown Tempe, home emit aesthetics industry. This is a modern home design called Sosnowski designed by Chen + Suchart Studio in Tempe, Arizona. A pronounced steel frame is built from the I-beam is a framework for volume up, which sits on the foundation of concrete blocks. The façade of the upper level consists of a serious window of the issued and natural weathering corrugated steel panels. Interior concrete floor mate, open ductwork, and light industry to create an atmosphere like an attic.


While pretending to industry, Residence Sosnowski remain habitable and inviting thanks to the main meeting room on the ground floor that combines living, dining and kitchen areas into one space that is fully open to the surrounding city and desert.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

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Saturday, November 27, 2010

Good Home Architecture Style Tips

Good Home Architecture Style TipsA home is a good investment and the best to own their own homes rather than rent because the cost of renting a house just getting higher and higher. If you have a budget for it, it is best to own their own home. Building a house from scratch is still the best way to go because you do not need routine maintenance will end up an old house you bought.

Good Home Architecture Style TipsIn building your home, you must first know what the architecture of the house you want depending on your needs and your budget. With the architecture of your home to find a different home styles that have been used for ages and there are many styles of homes to choose from. If you want the architecture of your house into an Asian influence, be sure to check the list of home architecture used in Asia. If you want a colonial house, there are many choices colonial house with features to suit the needs of every American household.

Good Home Architecture Style TipsIf you are unsure about the type of architecture you need, you should consult with a professional and only provide information about what you want and how you want so that they can come up with the right architecture for your home. It would be better to consult with several architects, so you’ll have several options. Remember, this probably will be the biggest investment in your life so that you can not risk making the wrong decision. Your home should feel like home and it would be a horror if you will end up regretting the choices you made with the construction.

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You should also consult with your family members to find out what they also liked. It’s not just going to be your home but will be theirs as well so that family participation will greatly enhance the results that will meet all your needs.
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It will also be a good idea if you check the house architecture magazines or books for some insight. If there are certain parts of the house you want to replicate, you can cut out the pictures and submit them to your architect. Cut out as many designs that you like so that the architect you will have an idea of your style so that they can come home with the right architecture in accordance with your lifestyle, tastes and needs.

The best way to get involved in every step of the construction of your home so you really will get your dream home. Guide architects and designers all the way and not take the risk of disappointment in the end.

In the end, you will be satisfied with great having your new home.


Thursday, November 25, 2010

Minimalist House Design For Young Couples



This is a minimalist home design choice for newly married young couples, because it does not require a large space for both. Minimalist is a pattern of thinking, working, and way of life. This is a new perspective in viewing design as a reflection of urban life is simple really practical, lightweight, efficient, and management. I thought it would seem useful to you young couples who want to create family harmony.

But keep in mind because it is too minimalist would be boring. For that we need a few tricks to design a minimalist home to keep your room look warm. Furniture selection model should also be considered, you must be able to choose the right furniture and of course accessories for your minimalist house with elements of practical and functional which is the basic key in designing a minimalist home.

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Entrance to the garage minimalist home

Multifunctional space design-Living room

Some tips for designing a minimalist home is not easily bored:
  1. Selecting the right material to thicken the minimalist concept will be presented. For example, glass furniture combined with aluminum or wrought iron can you attach it in the room. This is a simple form and can make your room look chic.
  2. The selection of minimalist furniture curtain capable of supporting the impression you want to display in your room. You can try to choose a light novel blind and able to give the impression of dynamic in a minimalist room.
  3. Furniture design company with a precision which is also characteristic of minimalist architecture and furnishings. Therefore, select a table or chair is simple and without ornament. With minimal ornament, we can simplify maintenance and the room will feel more spacious.
  4. Color Selection of minimalist design and stylish furniture should be cautious, the pattern of flowers or colors that are too crowded or less suitable when combined in a minimalist home. Keep the color tone each time to add or replace furniture and furniture accessories in one room.
  5. Whether all the accessories and furniture carefully, but make sure that the room did not impress too full because it can confirm the impression of a minimalist who wants to create. For example you can set the photo frame is bigger, but in small amounts to accent the room.
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Minimalist can also be combined with colored wood furnishings such as furniture dark brown or reddish brown.

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Sunday, November 14, 2010

Japanese Minimalist Design Unique House


This is a minimalist modern home design. big house with a minimalist interior design.

Japanese House with Minimalist Interior Design

Japanese design is simple and unique House, with multifunctional and effective home to find all these aspects of contemporary and ultra modern. The house is named C 1 house. It was conceived by innovative architect Gwenael Nicolas of Curiosity, and Tomoyuki Ustumi of milligrams Studio. House C1 is essentially a glass box, natural wood floors and details adding an organic warmth to the room expressed purely by way of zig-zag. [Via]