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Friday, April 14th, 2017
Biltmore Collection: Metal Canopy Queen Bed
The embodiment of a lavish home is a place where amenities are provided to the owner. This owner feels like royalty because all around, there’s opulence and extravagance. Just the mere mention of the word luxury spells fully-stocked kitchens, complete game rooms, tennis courts right in your own backyard, home gyms and such. Yet you don’t need to set up these opulent rooms and outdoor spaces just to feel lavish at home.
Here are some tips to make your home a luxurious one –
Open Space Layout Is a Winner
A luxury home cannot be called as such minus a grand entryway or a winding staircase. So always go for the airy, open space layout if you’re aiming to have a luxury home. This is a part of the criteria for luxury homes according to the 2013 survey conducted by Coldwell Banker, seller of premier real estate properties.
Technological Innovations
Every luxury home needs to have ample technology. The plushest homes are tech-trendy. These are also the ones that stay at the very top of the real estate market.
Imagine a home that can be locked and has climate control, all coming from a single press of a button from an iPhone. These are now built-in features for luxury homes. The builders who install such automation features all know the trends and technological needs that are hottest in the market these days.
There is also a growing trend for design elements made from reclaimed materials. Of course, more and more homeowners are becoming aware of the carbon footprint that they leave behind, hence, there are those who now use reclaimed wood flooring, wood beams and doors.
Fully-stocked Kitchen
What could be more luxurious than having a fully-stocked kitchen? Opulence is only existent where there is a magnificent kitchen somewhere. This kitchen must also be appliance-lined, with the storage units also filled to the brim.
It is also not impossible to find a walk-in pantry as well as wine racks or fridges.
As if having a luxuriously filled kitchen isn’t enough, you can even go beyond this by having outdoor pool or an outdoor kitchen to boost.
The best amenities of the outdoor kitchen include a sink, a built-in grill, stainless steel countertop areas, a refrigerator, and food and drink storage. There must also be plenty of seating areas for those nights of entertaining guests.
Increase the level of luxury by having a large pool and a cabana all set up. This expansive pool must also have water features that will make the place look more leisurely. Have the al fresco flair become the style in this outdoor haven.
Prime Location
Home ownership is all about having the best location. Being rich or luxurious means having a slice of paradise, location-wise. Have an expansive, tree-lined, private property that will set the standard to luxurious living in your neighborhood.
Remember that the wealthiest buyers often want exclusivity with regard to their properties. This means that you must put a high level of security to your oasis. While you must be able to relax and enjoy freely, this does not mean that you have to be lax when it comes to security and safety.
Extra Rooms
Movie and gaming rooms are also common in luxurious living. It is a given that the biggest homes – especially those of Hollywood celebrities’ habitats – have these extra rooms. There are also those who have home bars, home gyms, indoor pools, wine rooms, even basketball or tennis courts. In their absence, you can simply create demarcation lines for the different areas that you want to designate.
Lastly, be able to create a bedroom that is fit for a queen or a king. Again, don’t forget the technology in this special room.
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Friday, October 14th, 2016
Accessories Uttermost Rajata Silver Vases S3 19826 make metallic look cool.
When it comes to designing your home, know that mixing metals or metallic elements means you have to pay close attention to layering as well as the overall vibe that you are about to create. Adding character and depth to a home is as easy as adding metallics. It is no surprise that this style is making a huge comeback at the moment. Silver, nickel and steel are now quite hot in modern aesthetics. Warmer tones, on the other hand, provide a more inviting and homey vibe such as what’s provided by copper. If you are craving to mix metals for your interior design, then here are a few tips –
Metal Is Everywhere
Before you begin designing with metal, know that this isn’t all about the use of actual metal. This can also be found in artwork, draperies, even upholstery. Consider all of your options if you want to create the most luxurious lustrous look. Always keep in mind that you don’t have to limit yourself to warm tones. Metals can also be cool, all you need to do is to add some glamorous effects of silver, some golden framed mirror and a cool coffee table.
Gold and bronze offer wonderful fusions that you should consider; you could use bronze cushions with touches of gold. Achieving a luxurious look is also easy when you look for any fabric that has metallic hues.
While it’s wonderful to just go with the flow when coming up with the design of your home, still, mixing metallic tones with accessories can become overwhelming. Sure, you should have the passion to design but remember also that you need to harmonize all the elements. What you have in your hands is a pretty strong design element – metals are lustrous that they could easily overcome other elements.
Add only a couple or two of decorative items especially when you want to have an open-space concept. Always plan if you are looking into having various shades and tones.
Relax and Design
As you complete your luxurious design, it is advisable that you relax. You might already have a few silver pieces on hand but you could go bold and add more metallic tones or you could tone down and just accessorize with the metallics.
Ornaments, candelabra and mirrors are all accessories that look great with a metallic concept. They are effective in countering the overly traditional palette. One other tasteful concept is to use a silver bowl right in the middle or beside two golden candleholders. ‘How about finding two-toned metallic pieces in the market?
Keep in mind that you don’t have to spend a fortune just to purchase your chosen metallic elements. Smaller elements provide a more delicate look and feel. Small doses of metal could still add the needed sparkle without actually creating glare.
Soften the metallic theme by adding this Cynthia Rowley for Hooker Furniture Twiggy Mirror in your home.
Let Sophistication Reign
What you need to do with your current color scheme is to see if it can still be used as the base hue. Neutral interiors need texture and metals in order to make the place more inviting. Shades of gray, on the other hand, could use touches of gold or brass since these will keep the place from looking too cold. Think metallic frames and gilded mirrors. Another way to dramatize cream-colored walls is to add metal accents. Crisp, white space, on the other hand, should have a touch of silver or chrome.
Do you have chocolate brown walls? Then, by all means, use bronze shades. For blue-colored space, use silver. Energize any room with chrome, black iron or gold accents.
Luxurious Lighting
Metallic space should have these choices – gold chandelier, silver pendant lights, chrome wall sconces, etc. In essence, the sky’s the limit when it comes to your metallic lighting options.
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Wednesday, March 23rd, 2016
Fine Furniture Design’s Antebellum Collection offers luxurious and sophisticated pieces such as this dining set.
A home’s primary purpose is to provide a place of comfort that also functions. Fine living is tantamount to having a luxurious home that goes beyond the fundamental amenities. It displays a lavish setting, with enough living space, high-beam ceilings, gourmet kitchen, and expensive architectural features. However you would set up your luxury home, it is all just about planning the design correctly and putting in all the elements that represent your personal taste.
Fine living offers intricate home details, amenities, elegance, and both formal and informal spaces. Emphasis is placed on precision and timeless quality. The modern buyer can also ask for the home to be tailor-fitted to her.
Designers can customize the home plans so that they meet your specs. Each unique plan is rich in detail, sophisticated and offers superior amenities. This kind of home can be serene, dignified or palatial – the choice is yours. The homeowners should take into account three things, though –
Building a home – especially a luxurious one – is an exciting venture. This all begins with a design specifically made for fine living. You may feel uncertain, at first, when you begin looking for a theme that would work in your home. Your goal should be to start this process with enough planning.
What To Do When Buying Luxury Homes
A lot of luxury homes are unlisted so that the seller’s privacy is kept intact. Get in touch with realtors or go to various online sources.
Look beyond the photos when considering a home. There are luxurious homes that are not photogenic but they offer the best amenities and features that some photogenic homes provide. Search the property, also the vicinity, in person. This is so you know what goes on in the community and what you should expect. Have an attorney represent you especially when you are buying a condo.
Find a local expert who is familiar with the area where you’re planning to buy a house. Set up an appointment with one such expert and set aside some time to shop around with her.
Be sure to document everything since this is crucial in a high-end market that scrutinizes more. The title insurance must also be in place so that problems that are often forgotten are covered.
Lastly, haggle.
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Interior Design for Fine Living
As soon as you’ve bought your new home, the next thing that you have to consider is its interior design. Bring in some fresh flowers to decorate your consoles, coffee table, dining room table, bedside tables, and vanities. Vases of colorful flowers will surely brighten up a boring room. Flowers will also make the place look more luxurious.
You can also decorate with fruit. Display large bowls of oranges, lemons or apples. These can add a cheerful elegance to your home. Do not just limit your design capabilities to fruits, though. Be sure to display accent pieces that will bring out the beauty of the current backdrop. Carefully choose your furniture as fine living requires only the most elegant pieces.
Another element that you have to carefully consider is the lighting. This offers function and beauty. A couple of lamps can become the focal points in a room. Chandeliers have always been the star of many dining rooms and ballrooms.
Next, pay attention to the architectural moulding. This is an important architectural element that is unique to homes for fine living. Lastly, choose paint and colors wisely. A neutral background should be made exciting with bright-colored furniture and accent pieces while a colorful backdrop should house pastel pieces.
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