London-based studio Alex Cochrane Architects added a timber balcony and an open-plan interior to this Victorian boathouse in a deer park in the south of England. Overlooking a lake in Great Windsor Park, Berkshire, the boathouse was once the royal boat keeper’s lodgings but now operates as a writer’s retreat. Alex Cochrane Architects stripped out [...]
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Casa G+S by Grooppo
Posted on January 7, 2013
Hexagonal tiles create honeycomb-patterned floors inside this nineteenth century Italian house refurbished by architects Grooppo. They renovated just one of the house’s three storeys, adding reclaimed and antique furniture to the objects already owned by the family. Incoming search terms: Casa-G-S-by-Grooppo
Tips for Hanging Pictures
Posted on October 23, 2012
The following are some helpful tips for hanging picture, placing them in the right location and grouping them together appropriately.Arrange the artwork on the floor first if you have a large amount of wall space. Measure the distance that they should be spaced from one another and hang them on the wall one at a [...]
Using Your Fabric Scraps for DIY Decorating
Posted on March 16, 2012
Fabric and textiles surround us — from our clothing to our carpets. Color, pattern, texture and design affect both our mood and our wallets. Everyone has fabric scraps. They are in clothes that no longer fit, or draperies that are being replaced. As a frugal homemaker you can take these scraps and make items of value. Incoming search terms: [...]