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How to Decorate a Loft Space


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A loft space is generally a large open room with broad windows. Designing this intimidating vast space can seem like a daunting task. But as with any room design, there are basic principles which can remove the mystery from designing a great loft. Follow these basic guidelines for a traditional loft look with a twist.

• Choose your anchor color by going to your local home improvement store and browsing the paint swatches. You do not necessarily have to paint the loft this color, you are simply choosing a favorite shade that both soothes and inspires you. Pick a contrasting accent color as well and hold onto your paint swatch sample cards.
• Remember that classic loft decor includes a stark coat of light colored paint on the walls to create a base for subtle color splashes. But if you would like to keep up with the most current trends in loft design, pick an accent wall and paint it a bold color. As a general rule, the best wall to paint an accent color is going to be the wall containing the majority of the room’s windows, or the wall directly opposite the window wall.

14 Aug 2008 Bea 0 comments

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Play with Carpets

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Carpets can do also do some magic or transformation in your loft. You can use carpet to reduce the coldness in your place and to avoid being slipped especially when there are children living with you. But aside from these useful things carpet can contribute in your loft, you can use carpets to add a modern touch or style in your loft.

Nowadays, there are already different designs, shapes, and styles of carpets. As I saw from www.themagazine.info, there are many attractive carpets that can be bought there. One of the carpets that caught my attention is the Tsunami which has a wave-like shape. Actually, I want to have this, great to use in the aisle of your loft.

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18 May 2008 mctreve 0 comments

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The Magic of Mirrors

One of the things you can do to maximize your space or just make your loft look spacious is the use of mirrors. We all know that mirrors produce reflections. To make this more effective, use a human-size mirror or those oversized mirrors placed on walls. Through this, it will make your place feel more open.

You can also use modernly decorated mirrors to make it more stylish. You can also add some cute stuff or objects to add effects or beauty in the area. It is also a good suggestion to use a mirror top on the table instead of a clear glass. This will add shine to your place. I tell you, mirror can do a lot of magic in your modern loft.

15 May 2008 mctreve 0 comments

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Be Gentle

Most lofts usually do not have a large space or area wherein you can put anything you want. In a loft, you must first consider its area to know what to put or not put in it. According to www.themagazine.info, it is good to choose gentle colors. You can use light colors in your walls, curtains, bed sheets, decors, etc. Using gentle colors can make your loft look airy, spacious, and bright.

Example of gentle colors are yellow, peach, pink, light orange, sky blue, and other colors alike. You can also use different shades of specific color to maintain the color or style that you want.

12 May 2008 mctreve 0 comments

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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 Apr 2008 mctreve 0 comments

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Redecorate Your Loft with Nantucket Decorating

If you want to add appeal to your loft, you can use the Nantucket decorating. This charming and comfortable approach blends shades of yellow and blue with seashells and ocean themed items accessories for a pleasant style and get the feeling of seaside with Nantucket décor.

Make sure that the windows would be inviting to the eye and enhance the room design. Curtains, blinds and drapes would be fabulous with this design. To get the best out of Nantucket decorating, choose the appropriate lighting which should be a reflection of the ocean.You can use rugs and and mats that can augment this kind of decoration. For the most part, pine pieces go well with this design approach.

So, bring a new style and atmosphere to your loft, give it a touch of Nantucket decorating without paying big bucks.

17 Feb 2008 Bea 0 comments

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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

05 Feb 2008 Bea 0 comments

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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.

03 Feb 2008 Bea 0 comments

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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.

02 Feb 2008 Bea 0 comments

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Styles to Choose

We have different outlook in choosing the best for us, same as choosing the best loft. There are lots of options in characterizing the perfect taste of a home, like choosing the style. I’d prefer these three styles:

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    • The European Style- let you explore Spain’s and France’s aroma and adding chandelier’s gleam.
    • The Country style- gives you warm and comfy experience, with its natural materials like wood which will give you a feeling of classic, but simply the best
    • The Baroque Style- a very formal design because of its elegance and class having surrounded by wonderful paintings and sculptures.

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28 Jan 2008 Bea 0 comments

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