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Out of Africa with Meryl Streep and Robert Redford is my favorite movie. I have seen it at least 50 times over the past 25 decades. The movie is set in colonial Africa around 1915. I have studied each established layout at length; I understand the colors and textures of every scene as well as I understand my own house. One of my favourite scenes in the movie is when Streep’s character is encouraged into a “men only” area of the local social club. The area has beautiful wood information, white walls and taxidermy everywhere. Men lounge in the pub, drinking scotch and whiskey. Numerous tables and chairs serve as the collecting point for dialogue and debate. There are several things in my mind that make a space manly: wood paneling, books, a fireplace and big leather chairs. Furthermore, a masculine space has a feeling of solitude and simplicity. Take…

Orchids were much less commonplace than they are today and were regarded as a genuine luxury. In reality, in ancient times, the term “orchidelirium” was coined to describe the frenzy of orchid collectors. Today, you can grab an orchid at Home Depot or Ikea — hardly exotic. However, this doesn’t create these unusual flowering plants any less beautiful. There are thousands of hybrids and species of orchids. Whether you are a collector of rare specimens or a purchaser of a basic phalaenopsis in the home improvement store, an orchid is an excellent addition to any room. But, orchids can take delicate care: They favor bright sunshine and higher humidity (which you can supply through daily misting). Orchids also undergo a very long period of dormancy (not flowering) following their blossoms have faded. Here is a collection of handsome rooms that all contain orchids; take your inspiration from these spectacular specimens….

Easels aren’t just for artists. This portable alternative way to display artwork can look quite chic and match within the context of any area. From tabletop models used to display smaller work to oversized floor bits used to showcase large oil paintings, easels give an easy vehicle to create a statement with your art. The easel itself dates back to ancient Egypt, where large panels rested tripod structures. There are numerous types of it, from the very basic tripod to the travel easel. The screen easel became popular for presentations and also to showcase artwork within the home. There are a selection of versions, from ornate and wooden to sleek and modern acrylic. Outdoor artists’ traveling easels also have become popular for displaying bits and look great in home offices or libraries. Just take a look in any way ways individuals are using the easel — and preventing putting another…

I enjoy changing things around the house to make a new, fresh look, but I do not always have a great deal of money to do so. Something as simple as restyling your bookcases is an cheap and easy way to change up the look of your room. As you browse through house design photos, you are bound to see beautifully styled bookcases and shelves. You jump right in or, even if you are like me, could begin by gathering some pictures! Browse more shelf displays I use my bookcases to display some of my favorite things. Photos, novels, ironstone, silver trays and classic cameras are simply a few examples of items I like to display. I enjoy blending the old with the new for a fresh look. 1. Clear off your shelves. By beginning with a blank canvas you won’t be tempted to leave anything in the same location….

John Whitmarsh started his artistic career as a photographer, but after finishing film school, he promptly shifted to sculpture. “I’ve been creating things with my hands,” he states. Nowadays, Whitmarsh’s sculpture work is characterized by a desire to blur the line between what is made by nature and what is manmade. “It’s flattering when folks think something is obviously generated when I really sculpted itself,” he states. Continue reading for Whitmarsh’s unique spin on design now, and how he keeps a company without compromising his artistic message. Designed to leave openings shaped like curvy and winding roadways, Whitmarsh created this wall mosaic using asphalt salvaged from demolished roadways. The piece is large — 6 feet by 10 feet — and has been installed in an architecture and engineering company in Phoenix, Ariz.. Q: How did you begin in product design? What makes you enthusiastic about this particular area of design?…