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Kids Indoor Playhouse Under Stairs

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A playhouse is something kids dream of when they grow up, but most of the times there isn’t enough room for such a thing in their bedroom or in the house for that matter. We have just the right solution for this kind of problem: use the space under the stairs. Suited for anyone who really wants to give their children a good medium to boost their imagination indoors, this DIY project will make up for time otherwise spent in front of the TV. Choosing to do this project will prove slightly cheaply than a regular playhouse, because you use Continue reading “Kids Indoor Playhouse Under Stairs” »

Fusion Pool Table And Dining Table

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Every guy’s dream to have an awesome pool table in his living has come across the issue of space. Where do you put it and not interfere with anything else in your house? If you don’t have a big residence, you might want to consider the two-in-one dinning and pool table. The creative piece of furniture involves combining a pool table with a beautiful dining table. When you don’t want to play a game of pool, you just leave the beautiful wooden cover on and use it as a regular table to dine on. There is even a model which hides the sticks under a bench. Continue reading “Fusion Pool Table And Dining Table” »

Sleep Under the Stars at Lion Sands Game Reserve, SA

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For those of you who are looking for an exciting and stylish way to spend your holidays, there is a lovely place out there in South Africa. It’s called the Lion Sands Game Reserve and it combines the experience of camping with luxury and the coziness of your own bed. You can spend beautiful evenings under the stars, sleep in a comfortable large bed, be surrounded by beautiful lights and an astonishing view. You can enjoy a nice dinner or breakfast on the terrace and delight yourself with the stunning surroundings. Continue reading “Sleep Under the Stars at Lion Sands Game Reserve, SA” »

Art of Gardening: Sleeping Bird Topiary

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For some, their gardens are more important than the house itself. Usually, these nature-loving people go to much extent in order to transform their outdoors into a habitable and welcoming environment. In this context, topiary is a perfect medium to achieve that result. The Sleeping Bird Topiary you can observe from the pictures is made by Claude Ponti. Although this one is located in the city of Nantes in France botanical garden, if your residence gives you the luxury of a big yard, nothing can stop you from attempting to fashion one Continue reading “Art of Gardening: Sleeping Bird Topiary” »

Building a Permanent Chicken Coop

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Building a permanent chicken coop shouldn’t be the hassle that usually comes with raising a home or a holiday cabin. That’s because the requirements, even if there are some, don’t compare to the standards people have. One second thing is that the hen house might be a barrier for lots of people who consider going into the chicken business, meaning many assume it costs much to spend for such a DIY project. Fortunately, it shouldn’t be the case. The truth is you could transform an existing structure you already have in the yard instead of building one entirely from scratch. Remember that the two main purposes of the coop are to protect chickens from any predator Continue reading “Building a Permanent Chicken Coop” »

Hirsh Log Home Design

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Traditional log home design is being pushed further into more modern approaches. The is not something you commonly associate with the architectural style of log homes, but Simon Hirsh combined classic design principles with new ideas. Nowadays, a house made out of logs cannot be just some regular, second-hand, not important structure, but a beautiful residence, regardless of the time spent in it. So, modern design elements are used to make it highly livable and comfortable. Continue reading “Hirsh Log Home Design” »

The Courtyard House

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The creative minds from NOA Architecture, came up with this really cool idea of a passive house, which they named “The Courtyard House”. The essence of the residence is to let inside as much light and air as possible, and thus create a green home that lives in harmony with the environment. The house is located in Aurora, OR and was placed on a hill. The view is stunning, as you can see the Pudding River, reflecting in the large floor-to-ceiling windows. The residence is divided Continue reading “The Courtyard House” »

50+ Awesome Home Storage Solutions And Ideas

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An organized home has lots of advantages. First of all, you always know where to search for the things you need, without having to waste precious minutes while looking in each drawer. Second of all, an organized and tidy home has a relaxing effect on you and it is much more comfortable to live in order, than in chaos. In order to achieve this, some of you may think that lots of space is required and you will need to throw some of your old things out to make space for the new ones. Continue reading “50+ Awesome Home Storage Solutions And Ideas” »

7 DIY Air Freshener Ideas

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Have you ever thought about making your own air freshener? Yes, this is quite an unusual task, but once you see how easy and practical it is, you want to do it as soon as possible. Buying air fresheners at a store can be risky, as you don’t know what sorts of chemicals you’ll bring in your home. Making your own air freshener means you control the ingredients and can make the product as natural as possible. You will need a jar or a larger bowl, depending on the type of the freshener Continue reading “7 DIY Air Freshener Ideas” »


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