This is such a great idea! Would you like one of these? Tunnel shaped design maximizes interior space tall 5 ft. ceiling height and five windows provide excellent ventilation and openness… This truck bed tent is perfect for camping. Continue reading “Truck Bed Tent For Camping” »
If log cabins are one of your favorite type of dwelling, the following residence will definitely become a beloved one. Especially when you see the impressive design the Montana Mobile Cabins have put up. The home you’re seeing in the photos is built in the style of the 1600s, a time when cabins were first being made in North America. So, the look is very rustic, with all the logs visible and unfinished. The ambiance is completed with few appliances and a minimalistic approach to the furbishing. Continue reading “Amazing Log Cabin” »
You surely remember from your childhood, that playing with sand used to be a fun thing. Maybe you still enjoy getting creative with sand, when going to the beach. So if you have children, and playing with sand is something they like very much, you can build them this cool sand box. This project is a DIY one and you’ll also get to recycle an old item, as the sand box will be made out of an old book case. All you have to do is find a book case large enough for your child or children to fit inside, so they can sit there comfortably while playing. Then remove some shelves in order to create two compartments, one for the sand and one for the toys. Continue reading “DIY Sand Box” »
Wanting a DIY project which will challenge some of you building skills? A man found a little flatbed trailer in the blackberry bushes. What began as a small camp trailer soon evolved into a little gypsy wagon. He tore the railings and sideboards off and replaced the bed with treated 2X6 lumber. Take a look for more details… Continue reading “My Little Romany Wagon” »
Spending time outdoors with your children is always a great idea, but you need to find an activity that will keep them interested. If you plan to organize a small get-together with your friends in your backyard and want your children to be there too, you should create a private corner for them. This can be done easily, by applying this next idea, a picnic sand table. While you sit and chat with your friends, you children could be playing right near you, so you can keep an eye on them and they won’t get bored. Continue reading “Picnic Sand Table” »
Wouldn’t it be nice if your art project would be transformed into a huge urban renewal project? Well, in Rotterdam, the local collective Mothership is doing exactly that. The floating forest of trees draws inspiration from Jorge Bakker’s `In Search Of Habitus` project. What began as a simple tree set to grow on water, with a special platform made for it, is now becoming literally a forest! The example given by the artist has been multiplied and thus transformed into a lung of fresh air right on water. Continue reading “A Floating Forest: Urban Installation in Rotterdam” »
Here’s a cute project for your children: a chair slipcover transformed into a play kitchen. This project is so great because you don’t need a large space to implement it, and your child can play in any corner of the house, even outdoors. The idea consists of a simple chair and a cover that is transformed into a tiny kitchen. How, you may ask? By using fabric, your sewing skills and some fabric paint. Then you can start assembling the play kitchen and add each element of it, from the stove, Continue reading “DIY Kids Kitchen Slipcover” »
Did you know that pineapples are one of the world’s healthiest fruits? Besides having antioxidant properties, they can also help you lose weight in a noninvasive way. That’s why this next recipe will quickly become your favorite party snack or evening meal. It is a delicious pineapple salsa, having all the right ingredients so you won’t have to feel guilty after eating the whole bowl. The salsa has a sweet and salty taste, so it is perfect as a side dish for grilled chicken or salmon. Continue reading “Pineapple Salsa Recipe: A delicious combination of sweet and spicy” »
Urban fruit trees are hybrid species with vertical crowns, ideal for confined spaces of the city, namely balconies, terraces or gardens with small area. Besides the practical role that they have, these fruit trees have an aesthetic value, bringing a touch of vitality and energy to areas listed above. They are also a good option for curbs different alignments in courtyards or gardens which are more spacious. But let’s explore the types of columnar trees that you can find out there. Continue reading “Columnar Fruit Trees: Ideal for growing in tubs on patios or balconies” »
