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• Magnificent Childhood-Inspired Residence: the Slide by LEVEL Architects
• Impressive Apartment Building in Hamburg by LOVE Architecture
• How to Modernize your Bathroom with Vessel Sinks
• Industrial Fun Coasters for Your Glass: The Pallette Coasters
• Contemporary Apartment with an Original Design Approach in Stockholm
• Sex & Humour, the Fullproof Method of Selling a Luxury Condo [Video]

Magnificent Childhood-Inspired Residence: the Slide by LEVEL Architects Posted: 18 Mar 2011 07:04 AM PDT Three floors of fun gathered under one roof and one name: the Nakameguro House created by LEVEL Architects. Constructed in Meguro-ku, one of Tokyo’s municipalities, the residence features an enormous, three-story high slide. The 1,762 square feet property gives its inhabitants and guest the possibility to take the stars going up and use the slide going down when moving through the house. Half of the house is connected by stairs and the other half, by the slide. Found on HomeDSGN, the residence was created to remain a sweet childhood memory in the minds of the client’s children: “It was the client's desire. "I want to create the house to which three children remain in memories forever." he said too. For this family, "SLIDE" will be a symbol felt deeply. We considered the possibility building its play space into the space of daily life naturally at the same time as thinking about "SLIDE". Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Interesting Sinks: The Herms Baby Slide Amazing Spiral Staircase Slide Holley House by Hanrahan Meyers Architects A Home with an Ingenious Addition: “Vashon Cabin” in USA The Slide Chair by Evan Dublin The Grangegorman Residence by ODOS Architects Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Impressive Apartment Building in Hamburg by LOVE Architecture Posted: 18 Mar 2011 04:53 AM PDT The Baufeld 10 is an original looking building designed by LOVE Architecture and Urbanism and located in Hamburg, Germany. Here is the project description from the architects: “The Baufeld 10 project was developed in a joint building venture. This means that the various future residents worked together to  create a real community for the new building. Within this model, individualists connected with each other with the goal of building THEIR communal house. The building typology had to meet this expectation. This is why the building houses many different building typologies with all kinds of furnishing standards: from very large apartments (up to approx. 225m²) to smaller units (approx. 50m²), which feature entirely different designs – from one-storey apartments to maisonettes that stretch across four storeys. For Baufeld 10, individualization was the top priority. Each of the 28 new residents can now enjoy his or her unique lifestyle within his or her apartment – whether horizontal or vertical – whether in a small or a big apartment. These different visions were blended into one building – to everyone's satisfaction. Viewed from the outside, the residential building presents a gleaming white structure formed of slightly beveled cubes and with generously proportioned, slightly bevelled window  openings. The configuration of these window openings matches the layout of the apartments behind them. Each apartment has a balcony and/or bay which protrude from the building. Within the rigid row of buildings, this configuration provides maximum views in an "exciting direction" – namely, the harbour. We don’t know about you, but we are tired of seeing apartment buildings without personality. We think this particular project is a step forward and we hope to see more in the future. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Contemporary Loft with Original Twisted Furniture in Hamburg Apartment Building T-Shirt by SQY-T Mind-blowing 3D projection on German building created by UrbanScreen The Largest LED Architecture Project in The World: Yas Hotel in Abu Dhabi Complex Apartment in Oregon from Sienna Architects Swedish Inspiration: Four Rooms Apartment in Goteborg Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

How to Modernize your Bathroom with Vessel Sinks Posted: 18 Mar 2011 02:58 AM PDT Bathrooms have come a long way in the past years, and finding ways to modernize a current bathroom is always a challenge of many homeowners. The most common way to bring an outdated bathroom up to modern day design trends is to update the major components: bathtub/shower, and sink. Since your guests use the sink every time they enter the bathroom, vessel sinks are a modern amenity that gives a lot of "bang for your buck", and it gives an instant wow factor that homeowners and guests appreciate. Here are tips for modernizing your bathroom with vessel sinks. Choose a sink that reflects in your bathroom:  Vessel sinks come in a variety of styles to match any decorative style you may have in your bathroom. If your bathroom is a natural blend of Zen inspired influences, a natural stone vessel sink may be more in tune with your decorative style. While a modern and minimalistic bathroom with sleek cabinetry and fixtures may opt for a glass or lacquered look finish sink with complimentary plumbing controls. Make your vessel the showstopper of the bathroom: The joy of vessel sinks is their ability to show off their functionality and beauty at the same time. Create a focal point of your bathroom with vessel sinks that look as beautiful as their duty. From vessel sinks that infuse a lighting fixture from below, to vessel sinks that look like a piece of artwork. Discover why homeowners love their unique vessel sinks. Coordinate the plumbing controls with the sink: Plumbing fixture controls have had to step their "game" up too, with the onset of popularity of vessel sinks. Since vessel sinks can have a small or large profile (the distance the bowl sits above the counter) this dictates what type of plumbing fixture controls you will need. Deck mounted, or faucets and controls that come out of the counter are an option, but will need a long neck. Wall mounted fixtures that extend from the wall is a gorgeous option that resembles a water fountain coming from the wall, and will require enough extension of the faucet to reach the sink bowl. Versatile vessel sinks: While many homeowners enjoy having vessel sinks in the guest bathroom as a show-off piece, vessel sinks are also popular in children's bathrooms and the master bathroom. Scaled down versions of giant bowls can be used for the kids, while vessel trough sinks that feel like you're bathing out of an artisan crafted basin are popular too. For inspiration, visit sink manufacturer's catalogs and online display of ideas for any bathroom in your home. Adding a vessel sink in your bathroom can modernize and enhance your the aesthetics of your space. From the guest bathroom to the master, vessel sinks add a touch of modern sophistication to any bathroom. For a more dramatic presentation, consider visiting home builders trade shows, and home & patio shows in your local area. You will be pleasantly surprised of all the new vessel sinks on the market! From innovative materials, like metals, and temperature sensitive glass sinks to sinks that have changing lights and colors! Modernize your bathroom today with a beautiful vessel sink. Freshome reader’s, do you have a vessel sink in your home? Tell us what you love about it. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Interesting Bathroom Sinks from Amin Design Beautiful Modern Bathroom Design : Grandangolo Sink from Hatria 5 Simple Ways to Modernize and Restore Your Home The Contemporary-Style 23" Balboa Corner Glass Vessel Sink Vanity How to Creatively Update your Bathroom on a Budget How to Enhance your Home with Innovative Sinks Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Industrial Fun Coasters for Your Glass: The Pallette Coasters Posted: 18 Mar 2011 01:32 AM PDT Ever thought about your furniture when someone puts a glass on the perfect shimmering surface? Well, if you haven’t yet found that perfect coaster for your home, take a look at these beautiful and creative ones: the Pallette Coasters. Found on Bookofjoe, these coasters from Labyrinth Design Studio available at designboom are a magnificent idea. It takes us further into the market and gets us thinking about what goes on in the back of the stores, in the warehouse. They come in stacks of 5 and will guarantee their fun design will bring some smiles at the table. These miniatures are 1/10 the size of a standard palette and resemble the real thing right down to the stamp. This little trick makes it look like you had a huge glass on the pallette and your guests will surely appreciate the creativity of Barcelona-based Labyrinth Design Studio. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Tic-tac-toe Coasters Top 10 Trendsetters Of Industrial Design Glass Shelf & Towel Bar Glass Shelves by Tonelli Becoming Drunk Glass Someone that Holds Your Glass Wine Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Contemporary Apartment with an Original Design Approach in Stockholm Posted: 17 Mar 2011 10:54 AM PDT We received an impressive project from Upgrade Living, a design and construction company in Sweden. The lovely apartment below is located in Stockholm, in the Ostermalm district and was designed by Mats Gustafson. It stretches over an area of 180 square meters and features two patios (one that can host 10 sitting quests), an elevator with private key to enter straight into the dining room, an open fireplace and many, many more. There are no less than 12 meters from floor to ceiling and the glass floor in the middle (seen in the photos below) is only 3 cm but can hold up to 800 kilos per square meter. A remote controls all the existing technology in this modern home, from the air conditioning system to the blinds and fireplace. Every corner in this apartment is worth exploring, We find the bathroom particularly appealing and inspiring at the same time. Have a look! Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Modern Interior Design- Apartment in Stockholm Contemporary Design in Central Goteborg Amazing Penthouse Apartment for Sale in Stockholm, Sweden Impressive Apartment in Stockholm Bringing Together Old and New Villa UH1 in Sweden New Approach to Door Design : Useful or Not ? Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Sex & Humour, the Fullproof Method of Selling a Luxury Condo [Video] Posted: 17 Mar 2011 08:03 AM PDT Agents Ian Adams and Adrian Jenkins, of Australia-based NEO Property came up with an unconventional way of selling a luxury condo located in the Sovereign Islands, Queensland, Australia. With the help of three sexy lingerie models, each of them playing a well defined “role” in this epic short clip, the property in question seems almost insignificant. But since the purpose of advertising is to sell, and it is proven beyond a doubt that sex sells, we will only say that this home features intriguing modern arrangements, a sports bar, an outdoor spa and many, many more. Here is the agency’s description of the clip:  One of the best properties in Sovereign Islands, this video is all about entertainment. No more tours showing you another set of European appliances – this is no expense spared, luxury living. European appliances are the least impressive part! Sit back and enjoy. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! The Cube Condo Hotel Sketch Furniture How much Surface Area You Get for €50,000 in Cities Around the World Apollo by LineaAqua, Steam Shower Luxury Contemporary Glass House in Sydney, Australia How To Demolish A Skyscraper One Floor At A Time Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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