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Inspiration for a coastal home design remodel in San Diego

James Latta Photography - As an interior designer, I liked my home but was not "in love" with it. I didn't feel in sync with the style and architecture despite compliments from friends and family. It was time for a change. I sold my Floating Home (see Sleepless in Portland: Houseboat Diary) and my La Quinta home (see Transitional Living, La Quinta) and downsized to a house that's a better fit. The home was lacking sufficient storage so I added a beverage center with storage cabinets and a butcher block countertop to the dining room. An Ikea table frame was powder coated in dark grey and fitted with a Cambria Quartz dining top. A matching quartz piece was added to create a kitchen bar seating area and includes a beautiful waterfall edge. Reclaimed wood square tiles were added to the kitchen pop up ceiling and the living room fireplace to add warmth and texture. Black and white photography of the local desert landscape frame the fireplace. Although the home is mainly grey, black and white, pops of red are a recurring theme thought the interior and exterior, including a red barn door at the kitchen pantry. I broke design rules and didnt take the "safe" route. Quirky accent items can be found throughout the home. These include a wall-mounted family accordion, framed movie quotes in one of the guest rooms, a custom canvas photo of my miniature schnauzer, and dragon print accent pillows throughout. A Tongue and Groove (T&G) wood ceiling transformed the master bedroom and a beautiful red area rug adds color and warmth. The result is DARING and yet comfortable. The backyard was completely renovated. Tons of white rock were removed and beautiful landscaping and lighting were added as well as an additional 500 square feet of pavers. A sun shade, red umbrellas, and patio misters create inviting seating areas for friends and family. Tongue and Groove wood was also added to the outdoor patio ceilings. A high end surround sound system and built in BBQ with patterned cement tiles complete this outdoor living space. The process was exhausting and time consuming but now that it is over, I am thrilled with the results. I now live in a home that nourishes my soul and better represents my style and tastes.

Miniature gardens are a fun, growing trend. Our miniature gazebo is a charming addition to your collection of fairy garden decor! Made of metal. Dimensions: 11" x 11" x 12" H.

At the heart of this design lies a spirit of enjoyment and recreation. Taking center stage is a miniature golf green, offering endless summer fun right in the yard. Adjacent to this playful feature stands a custom-made tiki cabana complete with a bar and entertainment screen, providing a tropical retreat for socializing and relaxation. Surrounding these focal points is a lounge area adorned with chaises, epitomizing an all-ages space designed to foster cherished memories and moments of togetherness.

The house on this block is living a second life, a classic 100 yr. old Queenslander that was salvaged and relocated to this spectacular setting in Federal, Byron Bay. The landscaping around the house was simple, with plenty of lawn and low plantings to highlight the renovated building and not impede any views from the house. The swimming pool and surrounds were lowered, again to maintain views from within the house and to work with the lay of the land. The positioning of the pool and the classic layout were to compliment the period and orientation of the house and reinforce the outlook. The stone walling between the house and pool helps create a separation ensuring that when you are poolside you feel that you are part of this great view; part of the landscape as opposed to being an extension to the house.

Inspired by ancient temples nestled in the heart of Japanese nature, the Miniature Japanese Pagoda Statue will bring a peaceful corner to your living space. Using the signature Vietnamese Hoang Tho clay, fired at high temperatures, Bat Trang artisans have breathed life into every detail, from the curved tiled roof to the elegant tiers of the pagoda.With its warm brown ceramic glaze and compact size, this miniature pagoda is not only a unique decoration but also an exquisite piece of art, suitable for any space, from your work desk and bookshelf to your terrarium or aquarium.The Viet Potter is proud to bring you a high-quality, eco-friendly product, meticulously handcrafted by the talented artisans of Bat Trang, contributing to preserving and spreading the beauty of Vietnamese culture.

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A triangular miniature podium reserve as a reading corner and storage cabinet in living room. That's help to increase storage room and make living room neat and tidy.

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This small third bedroom in a 1950's North Vancouver home originally housed our growing interior design business. When we outgrew this 80 square foot space and moved to a studio across the street, I wondered what would become of this room with its lovely ocean view. As it turns out it evolved into a shared creative space for myself and my very artistic 7 year old daughter. In the spirit of Virginia Wolfe's "A Room of One's Own" this is a creative space where we are surrounded by some of our favourite things including vintage collectibles & furniture, artwork and craft projects, not to mention my all time favourite Cole and Son wallpaper. It is all about pretty and girly with just the right amount of colour. Interior Design by Lori Steeves of Simply Home Decorating Inc. Photos by Tracey Ayton Photography.

Another small deck help to fully utilize the bay window as a sitting area.
Home design - contemporary home design idea in Hong Kong

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Front door is concealed by using the same veneer as book shelf and shoes cabinet. Front door entrance is moved closer to kitchen area to reserve more activity space for living area.

A concealed door is blended into the TV cabinet and also used to separate living and sleeping area.
Example of a trendy home design design in Hong Kong

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This was a very unique collaborative experience. My job was to create a single Michigan scenery for the 3/4 of the room, while I had to deal with multiple corners, the angled walls, and adjust the perspective for the miniature objects, also make the corners and the transition from the platform to the mural invisible.

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