Christina Re's China Doll...

This is a classic example of the wonderfully eclectic, vintage style I'm leaning towards this year.

Christina Re is a super talented stationary designer from melbourne Australia. I actually used some of her stunning papers to make my 30th birthday invitations a few years back.

Her gorgeous home is featured in this months Australian country home ideas magazine and was also featured in one of my favourite books - Madison Living.


Just as the magazine states, I LOVE her harmonious fusion of oriental and european vintage and contemporary pieces.

Mixing the old with the new has never looked so chic.




Bold patterns, contrasting colours yet everything looks simplistic and uncluttered.




(please click the images for a much larger view)

Christina states her home is a work in progress and will constantly evolve the more she travels - words to live by :)

Of course the pink tufted armchair is my favourite piece and this particular image with the red birdcage and black side table is an absolute winner!

(please excuse my dodgy scanning hehe)

^^ LOVE IT!

The gorgeous woman herself :)

love her dress!



This home is such an inspiration to me, I simply can't get enough of it.


Christina Re.

Design Styles - Home Improvements Ideas

We would like to walk you through the following brief descriptions of the most popular interior design styles meant to give you an understanding and edge in choosing the look you would like your home to have.

MODERN

Modernist designs are known for their purist sensibilities including clean lines, spaciousness, and efficiency. It is a very popular style in Europe and North American condo living due to the spaciousness that it emphasizes. There is the absence of moldings and corbels, yet presence of very subtle textures, and nothing that creates a busy look.

Style is reflected through technological materials such as stainless steel, glass, plastic, smooth wood veneers and other sleek materials. High-gloss lacquer finishes, exotic wood veneers, and stainless steel accents create a high-tech look.

CONTEMPORARY

Contemporary is of the moment. It is whatever’s different and what works for today. It’s uncluttered. Contemporary designs have some of the high-tech look and functionality of a modern design, but are not purist in style and design. One of the hallmarks of good contemporary design is its compatibility. In other words, pieces from different periods are combined to create a richer, more interesting look in a room.

In a contemporary space, it...s common to find a juxtaposition of styles such as an antique rug or historic wood table used with an ultra-modern sofa in a streamlined and technologically advanced space. All it takes is the confidence to play a little, and a new way of looking at things.

TRADITIONAL/CLASSIC kitchen

Ornamental elements such as moldings and posts are commonly used in a traditional design to reflect timeless elegance and sophistication. The classical style is represented by crown moldings, light valences, raised panel doors, columns with ornaments, hardwood flooring, and rich materials such as tumbled marble.kitchen

COUNTRY living room

The country style is a casual version of the traditional style. Materials that are hand made or

have a hand made look are preferred and have more variation. Worn and weathered items are celebrated and remove formality for a space. Itâ..s all about comfort.

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• Bright Idea
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• Luxury interior decorating apartment photos
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Design Styles - Home Improvements Ideas

We would like to walk you through the following brief descriptions of the most popular interior design styles meant to give you an understanding and edge in choosing the look you would like your home to have.

MODERN

Modernist designs are known for their purist sensibilities including clean lines, spaciousness, and efficiency. It is a very popular style in Europe and North American condo living due to the spaciousness that it emphasizes. There is the absence of moldings and corbels, yet presence of very subtle textures, and nothing that creates a busy look.

Style is reflected through technological materials such as stainless steel, glass, plastic, smooth wood veneers and other sleek materials. High-gloss lacquer finishes, exotic wood veneers, and stainless steel accents create a high-tech look.

CONTEMPORARY

Contemporary is of the moment. It is whatever’s different and what works for today. It’s uncluttered. Contemporary designs have some of the high-tech look and functionality of a modern design, but are not purist in style and design. One of the hallmarks of good contemporary design is its compatibility. In other words, pieces from different periods are combined to create a richer, more interesting look in a room.

In a contemporary space, it...s common to find a juxtaposition of styles such as an antique rug or historic wood table used with an ultra-modern sofa in a streamlined and technologically advanced space. All it takes is the confidence to play a little, and a new way of looking at things.

TRADITIONAL/CLASSIC kitchen

Ornamental elements such as moldings and posts are commonly used in a traditional design to reflect timeless elegance and sophistication. The classical style is represented by crown moldings, light valences, raised panel doors, columns with ornaments, hardwood flooring, and rich materials such as tumbled marble.kitchen

COUNTRY living room

The country style is a casual version of the traditional style. Materials that are hand made or

have a hand made look are preferred and have more variation. Worn and weathered items are celebrated and remove formality for a space. Itâ..s all about comfort.

• Ethno style - Luxury Interiors
• Trend architecture 2009 Glass house interior design
• Modern Beach house interior design photos collection
• Trend furniture 2009 :Modern minimalist furniture
  
• Bright Idea
• Luxury Japanese Garden and Sea House by Takao Shio
• Artistic restaurant interior design photos
• Modern grand city luxurious apartment
• Inamo Restaurant Bar Interior Architects Design
  
• Luxury interior decorating apartment photos
• Ethnic Bedroom with traditional furniture style
• The Westbury Hotel Dublin - Design and Decoration

Why men offer engagement ring to women? - III

Some dare to think out of the tradition and ask the right questions - why so many Americans become obsessed with lavish weddings, if engagement rings are so special why should only a woman get one and why get obsessed with eternity rings, anniversary rings and all that the diamond company wants us to buy.

Some reasoning here - until the 1930's, a woman forsaken by her fiancé could sue for financial compensation for "damage" to her reputation under the "Breach of Promise to Marry" act. As courts and the law system matured and began to abolish such acts, diamond rings came in rescue for the poor woman who still looked for some financial commitment from the groom. So with social advancements women started loosing their virginity while engaged (which was earlier considered a sin, a woman could not loose her virginity before marriage), so some structure of commitment was necessary to assure betrothed women that men weren't just trying to get them into bed.

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Why men offer engagement ring to women? - III

Some dare to think out of the tradition and ask the right questions - why so many Americans become obsessed with lavish weddings, if engagement rings are so special why should only a woman get one and why get obsessed with eternity rings, anniversary rings and all that the diamond company wants us to buy.

Some reasoning here - until the 1930's, a woman forsaken by her fiancé could sue for financial compensation for "damage" to her reputation under the "Breach of Promise to Marry" act. As courts and the law system matured and began to abolish such acts, diamond rings came in rescue for the poor woman who still looked for some financial commitment from the groom. So with social advancements women started loosing their virginity while engaged (which was earlier considered a sin, a woman could not loose her virginity before marriage), so some structure of commitment was necessary to assure betrothed women that men weren't just trying to get them into bed.

Technorati Tags: Engagement Rings.,Diamond Engagement Rings,Gemstone Engagement rings,Sapphire Rings,Wedding rings,Valentines Gifts,Fashion,Jewelry.

Futuristic Italian kitchen with Retro Shades

Designed by Daniele Lago, the futuristic, elegant and stylish kitchen 36E8 is an odd mixture of styles as its name indicates. The kitchen is designed in typical Italian style with plenty of bright shades, lots of glossy finishes and yet very modern and minimalistic approach towards the shelves and the space available. Despite its bright appearance, it is highly organized, can be altered to suit various needs and from what we understand, you can have your picnic lunch in it by just changing the flooring for the occasion! Spacious and sleek, 36E8 is a pretty modern and unique kitchen.

Italian kitchen designs

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Picture source: Freshome.com

Futuristic Italian kitchen with Retro Shades

Designed by Daniele Lago, the futuristic, elegant and stylish kitchen 36E8 is an odd mixture of styles as its name indicates. The kitchen is designed in typical Italian style with plenty of bright shades, lots of glossy finishes and yet very modern and minimalistic approach towards the shelves and the space available. Despite its bright appearance, it is highly organized, can be altered to suit various needs and from what we understand, you can have your picnic lunch in it by just changing the flooring for the occasion! Spacious and sleek, 36E8 is a pretty modern and unique kitchen.

Italian kitchen designs

via

Picture source: Freshome.com