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Lofts and high ceilings


There are many ways to take advantage of the relatively higher ceilings that modern lofts offer. If you have a modern loft or living in one, there are many ways for you to use that vertical space to make your loft more beautiful.
One of the more popular, though avant-garde, ways of taking advantage of high ceilings in a modern loft is to put some art. There are many loft owners who put up art works on the high walls of their lofts as a way of brightening up the whole interior space and adding color to what is, basically, a hard to use area. There are even those who install mobile art as a form focal point to the center of the space.

07 Mar 2011 0 comments

Advice About Lofts

Listing Your Loft for Sale?

If you want to attract buyers and make a sale, then this one’s for you. You have to get to know your buyers from the initial to the final advertising and as soon as you can, get a contract. You’ll sell fast if you price it right and if you consider a few practical tips.

Your sale flyers should include all the attractions nearby. Make sure that all sale information include a list of restaurants, bars, markets, coffeehouse and other attractions in a five mile radius. Also, make your loft is open and inviting to the buyers by getting rid of clutter and any traditional furnitures you have around. It woud help if you accentuate the ceilings and wide open spaces with fresh paint and contemporary lighting. Lastly, renovate your kitchen and bath. These two rooms will bring you the most return in investment.

10 Nov 2010 comments off

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Modern and Space

What do you like in a home? Of course, everyone would want to have a spacious place to live in. Since lofts implies to apartments or condominiums which we know have only limited space, we would want our lofts to even just look spacious. What can we do to maximize the space of your lofts with style?

1. Choose gentle/light colors
2. Do not choose huge furniture
3. Create open area
4. Put mirrors
5. Pick plainly colored upholstery
6. Put carpet creatively
7. Go see-through
8. Have sleek/small headboards
9. Be creative in storing
10. Avoid dark areas – let natural penetrate inside

For additional and detailed tips, visit this site: themagazine.info

10 Oct 2010 comments off

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Is Living the Loft Lifestyle Perfect for You?

Do not make hasty decisions. Before you plunge yourself into the world of loft living, it’s always better to make sure. Is loft living right for you?

Here are factors that you need to take into account:

1. Noise and Light � How much noise and light can you tolerate and still be able to go through your daily and nightly routines?
2. Privacy and Security � How much privacy will you be able to have? How much freedom will you have to do what you want? How much of your friends would to come visit? Is the parking limited or not? Is the place safe enough?
3. Pets and Children � Are the flight of stairs bearable for your children and pets (if you have any)? Are there parks and recreational activities?
4. Lifestyle � Imagine yourself living the loft lifestyle. Do you like it? Does it make life any better for you?

If you are still not sure, you can visit suite101.com and learn more about loft living.

10 Aug 2010 comments off

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Some Practical Tips to Choosing Your Modern Loft

After a long exhausting day at work, where else would you go to rest and unwind but home. If you are a workaholic and you want making home something to look forward to then you better get yourself a modern loft. It isn’t only a place to stay but it’s a wise investment. It isn’t only something to enjoy and meet your needs but it becomes an asset.

So, here are a few things to consider when choosing your loft:
a. effectivity � Will it serve its purpose and meet your needs?
b. budget � How much are you willing to spend for it?
c. location � Is it near work, market and mall?
d. color, space, etc. – Does these details fit your taste and personality?

It would be great if you canvass until you find the perfect loft. When it felt right then you got to follow your instincts, buy it.

10 Jul 2010 comments off

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Loft’s Costs

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The usual question that comes to a home buyer is, ‘how much money should I pay?’ This is one of our concerns right?

The good thing is, lofts are neither that expensive nor cheap. They just have an average cost. If you want some loft-conversions, you need to know the following requirements:

1. The Roof structure of the house
2. The Approximate Area
3. The Maintenance (if necessary)
4. The Electric and Water Requirements
5. The Interior Design, etc.

But if you want to rent or purchase loft apartments, you must observe the area, environment, consider also the designs, furnishings and everything for your safety.

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28 Apr 2010 comments off

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Create Your Own

If you want a cheap but still stylish and modern lofts, then explore the internet. There are so many modern furniture and style available in it. Steps on how to create your own modern loft:

1. If you haven’t decided a specific design yet in your mind, browse the internet and search for the loft styles you want.
2. Try combining the loft style you have chosen, including details and furniture, with the idea in your mind so that it could have a personal touch.
3. Plan with the materials you prefer to achieve the style. It is better if you would consider your previous stuff that can be redesigned or modified.
4. Be guided with the tips in the internet just like those given in themagazine.info.
5. Do not be afraid to explore, try, create ideas, and make them come to life.

In the end, you would be proud and you could say, “This is my home, and I made it modern on my own!”

18 Jan 2010 comments off

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Your Touch Matters

Living in your own loft is exciting. For me, my favorite part of owning a place to live in is the designing stage, thinking of where to put this one or that one, which color suits this and that, how to make this and that part beautiful. I am fond of decorating things through my own creative ideas. I want to express myself through the colors seen on every area of my place. It doesn’t need much wisdom or whatsoever. Explore! Don’t be afraid to put your own touches in your lofts. You’ll not just feel comfortable with your loft’s look but you’ll feel even more proud!

03 Nov 2009 comments off

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Modernize!

I am sure you want to live in a modern lofts of today. Nowadays, there are various furniture that are available online and even in your nearest store. As I was browsing the internet, I was able to visit, www.themagazine.info. I enjoyed seeing unique, extraordinary, beautiful and modern furniture like lamps, tables, shelves, chairs, etc.

The item that caught my attention is the Wallter Cricles which comes in different irregular shapes of circles for decorating purposes on your walls. This will definitely make the ambiance in your loft modern. I am amazed with what the basic shapes can do. I realized that playing with the basic shapes can modernize my place. Visit www.themagazine.info for more info.

09 Sep 2009 comments off

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Lofty Bathrooms

//""There is no other living space that has all the open space one may wish, if you have a multi-story loft, the bathroom can go to the upstairs as well as the bedroom so the downstairs space is all at your command. bathrooms are one of the many forgotten areas of lofts but as with any home, they can be made to take on any look as you desire. It is also one area that can be a host for many hidden costs that may surface only upon renovation. The peeling wallpaper, uneven floors and the ever hiding dry rot which is always a pain. Much is common for experienced home owners though and the estimated cost is called “estimated” for good reason, you will surely get into trouble, how large may depend on the age of the loft. Continue Reading »

03 May 2009 comments off

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