Outdoor Living Spaces

With summer rapidly approaching (at least according to the calendar) it may be time to spruce up your outdoor entertaining spaces to prepare for guests. From the warm summer nights to the scorching hot sunny days, outdoor living can be designed to accommodate both. Outdoor living spaces can be designed to have multi functions making them the perfect addition to any home.  

If you do not already have an outdoor living space these projects by Visbeen Architects may be enough inspiration to help you start the design process. 

1. An outdoor kitchen or bar allows you to enjoy the outdoors while preparing dinner and serving and keeps the mess out of the house. 

2. Designed to take advantage of cross breezes these outdoor living spaces provide a comfortable shaded space for the hot summer days.

3. This large outdoor space can serve as both a private and family living for entertaining or something a little more private.

Via. Wayne C. Moore  

4. A screened in porch can be used as a three season porch for an indoor and outdoor feel. 

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Paint or wallpaper for interior walls of the house are durable and beautiful

Paint and wallpaper home interior

Generally the more expensive price for wallpaper than paint. However this price range also depends on how big the area that will be covered. For the wallpaper price is usually calculated based on how much roll you spend to cover your walls as well as the quality of the wallpaper that you want. There was also additional to the cost of installation. To paint the walls usually calculated per can suit your needs.


For wallpaper installation classified as very fast , a day alone can cover one room to room . The surplus could cover defects more wallpaper on your walls , if there are any cracks can be immediately covered . While the paint longer classified as consisting of several layers of paint like that should wait until dry and then after the new paint color in accordance with your wishes . If the color is not coock needed extra time to clean the old paint scraped off or on by means of sandpaper , then a new process is started again .


In terms of durability , the wallpaper is much more durable than paint the walls . Wallpaper can last 8-10 years , at least 3 years . But wall paint can only last 2-3 years.


In terms of aesthetics , clear wallpaper has a lot of advantages because of the availability of motifs and images in accordance with your wishes . Wallpaper also has a texture that can not be obtained from wall paint to wallpaper can appear more attractive . While you can play the wall paint colors , mixing colors to get a color that is unique and different from that existing in the market . Diversity of color can not be obtained from the wallpaper .

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Versace Mansion

If you have been to Miami it is very likely that you have seen the Versace Mansion. Former home to fashion designer Gianni Versace, this mansion sold for $41.5 million. Located in South Beach Miami, this iconic home now serves as a boutique hotel for Miami visitors that are willing to spend a pretty penny. 

Originally known as Casa Casuarina, this Miami mansion was designed by architect, philosopher and designer, Alden Freeman and was built in 1930. He modeled the home where Christopher Columbus's family lived, "Alcazar de Colon". This home is not only known for its historical roots, prime location and famous murder, but it is also known around the world for its elegance, style and attention to detail that can be seen in every room. 

We were fortunate enough to be able to step inside and see for ourselves this beautiful historical mansion for ourselves. 

Did you know:  The pool in the Versace Mansion is decorated with mosaic tiling and lined with 24 karat gold. 

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Trend of home interior furniture in 2014

Trend of Living room interior furniture in 2014

The furniture is one thing that can not be separated from the interior design of the house. Unique furniture will attract the attention of people from the room into objects important and vocal point of the room. The furnishings were selected to reflect the personality and style residence.

Simple Minimalist Bedroom Furniture

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The interior design of modern vintage style home

Vintage interior home designs

Do you belong to one of the fans of old-fashioned style of interior design that makes you remember the comforts of home in the village grandparent? Combined with stylish modern interior design, old-fashioned style of your favorite can be brought back to your new dwelling without sounding too old-fashioned. The trick is quite simple as the following habitable house that uses patterned material for floor tiles, ceiling visible from the interior, warm atmosphere using wood materials combined with some modern furniture. From the outside modern architectural style was clearly felt, but the view is more in, you will be brought to the colonial atmosphere.

Interior design for homes and apartments habitable is an investment that is very useful and important because every day you occupy and perform various activities in it.

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Grand Rapids Lake Home & Cottage Show

We exhibited at the Grand Rapids Lake Home & Cottage Show at the end of March. In addition  to our booth we ran a fundraiser for the Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. We had coloring pages of our home designs created for children to color while their parents were visiting our booth. We had a great turn out and a lot of creative kids visited the booth, we may have a few young architects and designers in the making!

The money raised went to provide lodging and gas reimbursement for a family while their child was a patient at the Children's Hospital. Thank you all for supporting kids!

To make things a little more exciting we had a competition for the homes colored by the kids. The best home coloring pages were selected to win a puzzle created with a Visbeen Architects home design. You can see the winners and some of the kids in action!

 

And our design contact winners of the 4 different age groups.

We hope you stop by our booth next year!

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Folding Doors Kitchen Interior Ideas

Kitchen decorating ideas

By using a folding door in your kitchen, then your kitchen will look more luxurious and elegant. 

Folding doors there are many in the select for a house minimalist concept. Especially for a kitchen that is often used for activities mother - the mother. Keep in mind, when the folding doors had not only used in a minimalist home, but already much in use at the hotel - Hotel, Restaurant or cafe. It aims to attract the attention of many people. therefore make sure your kitchen memiliiki a folding door that will add to create a minimalist kitchen interior design.

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Fairytale Cottages

When I think about a fairytale cottage the first thing that comes to mind is Hansel & Gretel and the candy cottage that belongs to the witch. Or I imagine Snow White & the seven dwarves living in their humble 2 room abode. Who wouldn't want to see these fairytale homes come to life? Lucky enough they have! 

The fairytale homes have come to life in these miniature modern day designs. From a picturesque garden design to a pint sized victorian these cottages are all unique in their own way. Many of these designs feature stone facades and thatched roofs giving them all of the charm of the fairytale homes we know and love.
If you have ever wondered what it would be like to live in a Hobbit hole, a multilevel tree house or in a seashell you could simply ask the owners of these unique homes from around the world. Dream

These whimsical cottages designed by Visbeen Architects may not be in the shape of a seashell but they do not lack for charm.

 

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Open Living Room Interior Design Ideas

Small living room decor ideas

Function of the design of the living room is open in order to create the impression that luasdan load will be very interesting to make the inspiration to make your living room interior design. the living room is an important part of the house that serves delightful people who visit your home. the importance of living in a house in view of its function to accept the arrival of others and can create the first impression of the overall home.

Arranging the living room which can either create comfort for those who visit your home. comfortable living room can make the people who visit your house be comfortable in your home.

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Thermador - BHS Experience

A couple weeks ago we had an opportunity to experience Thermador, a leading provider of high-end kitchen appliances, which is a featured supplier in The New American Home of the International Builders Show.

"The BSH Experience & Design Center in Irvine, California is designed to: INSPIRE homemakers, designers, builders and home chefs on options for beautiful new kitchen designs; EDUCATE them on the quality & performance that makes Bosch, Thermador and Gaggenau among the most prestigious portfolio of appliances in the industry: TEMPT through culinary creativity; and ultimately, and ENRICH the total cooking & kitchen experience. Our luxury facility has an equivalent of 18+ kitchen vignettes – many of which are “live” for demonstration purposes that will turn kitchen aspirations into reality. Although clients are welcome to walk-in during business hours, it’s always recommended that visitors call ahead for an appointment to ensure we can provide the most valuable experience possible."

The showroom featured many innovative appliances that can be found in a "chefs kitchen". Knowing what new, high-end, appliances are on the market is helpful when designing custom kitchens for clients. 

After touring the show room everyone came together in the kitchen to prepare appetizers for the group. This was a great opportunity to get a feel for the product and see first hand the quality you can expect with these Thermador appliances. 

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The Cable House

While working out of the Chicago office last week we came across a bit of history while walking around downtown. The Cable House has been preserved and is an architectural landmark in downtown Chicago. Built for Ransom R. Cable, president of the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway Company, "this is one of the few remaining structures that illustrate the original elite residential character or the area. The home was designed by architects, Cobb & Frost, reflecting the Richardsonian Romanesque style in 1886. Common features of this style are heavy, rough-cut stone, round arches & squat columns, deeply recessed windows and pressed metal bays and turrets. This architectural design trend lasted until the late 1890's. 

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Tips on Decorating Small Homes

Small living room decor ideas

Through a simple way, you can perform residential 'more colorful' as well as comfortable.

LIVING ROOM 

Color can create a dynamic impression in the room. No need to bother to change the color of the wall, just to give a touch of color through the upholstery. Only, you have to be consistent in certain shades that do not collide. For example, if you choose green as the main color, choose another color that is not flashy as accents, such as beige.

CHILDREN BEDROOM 

Definitely a lot of toys scattered in the room. You can work around this by making the shelves stacked (vertical) above the headboard. Simply purchase each wooden board 20 cm wide 2 cm thick, and attach using the elbow made ​​of wood. If you would like to view the room changed drastically, you can mimic the mounting rack using a wooden lattice along the wall, above the head of the bed.

KITCHEN

Just like in a child's bedroom , you can also equip a kitchen with similar shelves . Use a wooden board with a width of 25-30 cm in order to load the spice collection . In addition , place a mirror on one side of the wall , to create the impression area.

DINING ROOM

The white color makes the narrow space feel more spacious and clean . Cover desks and cabinets with white synthetic coatings , which are sold in stores veneer building with a common name . Glue veneer evenly on your furniture . The upholstery is easy to clean , so you do not have to worry if there is a sauce or a spilled drink.

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Tips on Decorating Girls Bedrooms

Tips on Decorating Girls Bedrooms, Bedroom decorating ideas girls would be very enjoyable, There are many tricks that you can follow so that your little princess room does not seem too girly and can be maintained until he grows up.

Color selection, use soft colors like pale pink is perfect for girls of any age.

Select the print minimalist motifs with bright colors on the furniture. You must be smart to choose a motif that does not seem too childish. Choose more classical motifs or striped pattern. This motif will make it easier to combine them with other objects.

Soft colors. Although primary and bright colors can create a fun atmosphere , but persevere with a more muted color tones , like blush pink and gray . Canopied beds can also be a fantastic piece to the room . When children are very young , you can add a canopy curtains textured ' princess ' when she was a teenager and you can let it go .

View Impression " New and Old " Fill a child's room with modern furniture is impressive also vintage , for example by adding a small closet patterned suitcase . It will help you to not make too big a change in the room when the child was growing up.

Making Room " Grow " Child Together. That is , choose bedroom furniture that can be tailored to the age and growth of the child or persist throughout the year .

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Spring Break: Palmetto Bluff

It is that time of year when everyone seems to be traveling to a warmer location. Where will you be traveling to? 

Seeking a relaxing vacation away from the never ending winter in the midwest, Ted and Kathy Linn chose South Carolina as their spring break destination. Staying in the beautiful waterfront community in Palmetto Bluff South Carolina, they came across some of our projects in all of their southern charm and snapped a few photos. 

The Laurel, winner of Best in the South Atlantic Region, is one many of you may be familiar with now if you have been following our blog. 

 Along with the familiar face of the Laurel, they found a couple other projects that have been in the works and are set to be ready for their glamour shots this summer to capture the beauty of Palmetto Bluff.

Some finishing electrical touches are going into our Williamsburg design.

A few finishing touches in the interior and our Georgetown design will be completed as well

 

Durring their stay they had lunch at a local favorite, Buffalo's. "If you ever travel to South Carolina eat at Buffalo's, the sweet potato fries are amazing" 

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