Custom-designed homes can be risky, but there could be a big payoff
Independent Austin architects and designers are making footprints on the cityscape in thoughtful and fiercely original ways.
Drive down a street in Hyde Park lined with bungalows and you’ll probably find a modest jewel of a house tucked behind a tangle of trees.
Who built that? Who lives there? The unfussy lines and calm silhouette say modern, but the tawny limestone and rustic expression are pure Austin. The house is earthy and simple, yet sophisticated. It doesn’t shout, but it grabs your attention. (more…)
The annual designer showcase at Southport Congregational Church, currently in its 12th year, has as its title “Rooms with a View.”
Truth be told, none of the rooms have an actual view, at least not of the outdoors.
Rather, the event, which opens Thursday and continues through Sunday, highlights the creative points of view of 12 professional interior designers.
The view of which organizers speak is a glimpse into the minds of some of the region’s top designers. It provides a taste of how rooms in a home can be transformed, whether the owners choose to design and execute an interior decorating concept themselves or with the help of a professional.
“The idea is to inspire your imagination and provide a chance to see designers’ work. A few careers have been launched through this event. It really, truly is a celebration of the decorative arts,” said Louise Lancaster-Keim, a committee member. (more…)
‘Carpets are a quick, hassle-free and comparatively cost-effective solution for most Dubai residents who are constantly on the move and looking for temporary yet modern home decorating solutions,’ says Raj Jhaveri, Designer at MyDesign Centre, the design centre of IDdesign at Mall of the Emirates.
From fine paintings, glass art, antique furniture, decorative lamps to vibrant shades of dining ware, carpets are yet another way of giving your home an uplifting look without actually burning a hole in your pocket. At the same time, it can enhance the feel of your home and be a statement of your personality. (more…)
