Monday, March 1, 2010

Beauty on the Rocky Coast

As you know I am a fan of the northern New England coast. Though the water is always cold and the coast rocky, with few soft sandy areas, I love the contrast of ocean and craggy coast line. This house, redesigned by Whitten Architects is a perfect example. The house began as 1950's ranch, but was renovated into a spectacular ocean front home. The owners requested that they keep the feel of old beach house. The screen porch above captures the feeling with the beadboard ceiling and wicker furniture.
Here is another porch - I love the rockers and granite steps - this is classic coastal Maine.

The owners are empty nesters, but wanted the home to have lots of seating and bedrooms for guests. I love the choices of slipcovers in this room. Also notice the sisal rug. They mixed in some antique tables and accessories which give the room wonderful, warm feeling. Notice the antique weathervane arrow and the black and white framed photos lining the walls.
They were able to find and incorporate an antique mantel in the family room. Doesn't it just make the room?! Again more black and white photos - this is an easy and inexpensive decorating touch that can a classic feeling to your decor. Antique Pond boat on mantel is a classic addition.
Above is the kitchen, notice the cabinets are mixed with an antique painted cupboard. You can see the loft above from a different angle.
A four poster bed is the one of the highlights of the master bedroom, but the view is the real highlight. Sheer curtains, frame rather hid the spectacular view.
Built in beds make the most of the sloping ceilings. A fabulous retreat for the younger set. For more photos of built in beds click here.
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Check back this week for photos of my finished dining room and another new project ...
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(all photos Whitten Architects - photo credit Brian Vanden Brink)

Modern Sofas Interior Design

Modern Sofas Interior Design

sofa bed
 sofa bed
An Elegant and sober sofa with studied details. The upholstery extends over the feet characterising the sofa Tailer with measured yet strong lines. The seat and back cushions rest on the light structure. All fabric upholstery is completely removeable. It is available in three different sizes along with an armchair version.Home Interior Decorating and Design Ideas
italian sofa
italian sofa
Each product in the New Contemporary Sofa collection from Beside contains a strong design intent with great care in details, alongside the high quality, typical of traditional italian production. This elegant collection of contemporary sofa trends is consisting two- and three-seater sofas and also upholstered modular units. Clean, contemporary lines, minimalist design is covered in double-layer seating cushions adorned with a subtle quilted texture on a 3D surface sets a new benchmark for functional yet fashionable furniture.
modern sofa
 modern sofa
Fold is a system of modular units, where both the backrest and armrest are distinct elements which peel away from each other at the corners of the seat, adding to the strong character when viewed from all directions. These two elements are the same height, allowing a wide variety of compositions. The group of angular elements further enhance the modular possibilities by allowing a constant size of back cushion throughout the composition.Retro Style Bedroom Decoration
Sofa Design
Sofa Design
 corner sofa
Using a system of upholstered components, Bool offers a variety of different arrangements using only limited elements. The group actually contains only four units which can be used singularly or combined to create various compositions. The backrest can be placed in two positions; horizontal or at 45º, thus enabling the sofa to maintain a light profile without compromising on comfort. The entire collection is produced using CFC free, expanded polyurethane and all fabric upholstery is completely removable.Modern Furniture Designs
sofa furniture
sofa furniture
 luxury sofa design
Jemily provides a system of upholstered modular units. The sofa is characterised by the particular asymmetrical form of the backrest, enabling a varied functionality: armrest on the most prominent side, a convenient resting surface along its top and positioning of the seating cushion inside its C profi le. By applying an armrest on the open end, the sofa can be joined to angular modules, thereby creating interesting compositions. The comfort of the sofa can be enhanced with feather fi lled cushions, with supporting bolster.Luxurious Interiors from Altamoda
modern furniture
 modern furniture
Cpt.Nemo is a series of two and three seater sofas available in three different dimensions. The collection includes a traditional pouf in two sizes, as well as an oversized fl oor cushion, also to be used as a pouf. The sofa is characterised by a double layer of seating cushions. On the upper cushion a quilted texture, creating a three dimensional surface, is available in three designs. The oversized floor cushion is also available with three matching quilted textures. The opportunity to decorate the seating surface allows various colour combinations and by changing only the seating cushion a new appearance of sofa can be achieved.Amazing Furniture Design
 
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