joyfranceshayes' ideas
Picture window and seat again.
Simple vanity unit.
Window bench
Might have to do something similar with my TV?
Bifold doors idea, to separate Kitchen & Dining
Lots of ideas
Dining Room Window? Large windows make the most of the easterly aspect and a daybed provides the perfect spot to relax, read a book or enjoy a hot drink.
Kitchen ideas
Farmhouse Family Room: The open plan family room provides ample seating for small or larger groups. Accents of blue, yellow and teal play against the white storage bench seats and taupe sofas. Custom bench seating and pillows.
Farmhouse Kitchen: Like cabinet to right.
Modern Farmhouse External View: The exterior of this home was update to reflect the farmhouse style with new board and batten siding, Marvin windows and doors and updated landscaping and entry featuring bluestone.
Farmhouse Master Bedroom; The master bedroom was reconfigured to open up the space provide a walk in closet and an enlarged master bathroom. The barn doors slide closed to conceal the bathroom when not in use. Taupe shaker cabinetry was installed with marble counter, marble hexagonal flooring and marble subway tile elsewhere.
Farmhouse Bathroom: Bright blue cabinets brighten up this kids bathroom. Grey glass herringbone tile line the shower wall and the counter backsplash.
Farmhouse Powder Room: A soft floral wallpaper creates an impact in this small powder room. Paired with a dark green cabinet and a marble counter, this simple clean design maximises space.
Organised Wardrobes: https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/7-simple-steps-to-organised-wardrobe-bliss-stsetivw-vs~131228848?utm_source=Houzz&utm_campaign=u13138&utm_medium=email&utm_content=gallery3_4&newsletterId=13138
Rather than oversize glazing, it can be better to have smaller well-placed windows that capture and frame keys views. This also allows some spaces to feel cosy and provides wall space to hang art on or place furniture against.
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What furniture and accessories will complete this look? Hamptons-style gardens are ideal for entertaining. Add in a dining setting or a comfortable sofa setting where you can relax with friends and family. Add in plenty of comfortable throws and cushions in tactile, natural materials such as linen and cotton. Think navy, neutral, white and plenty of stripes for a casual yet sophisticated vibe. Don’t forget outdoor lighting so you can enjoy the space at night.
https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/how-do-i-create-a-hamptons-style-garden-stsetivw-vs~108112099
https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/how-do-i-create-a-hamptons-style-exterior-stsetivw-vs~108483963
Weatherboards: https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/how-to-choose-the-right-weatherboard-material-for-your-home-stsetivw-vs~31936215
Mudroom:- Look closely at the wall of cubbies in this mudroom. The architect cut out the back of one of the middle boxes to visually connect the space to the rest of the house.
Mudrooms:- https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/50-marvellous-mudrooms-with-ample-storage-stsetivw-vs~126531660?utm_source=Houzz&utm_campaign=u12882&utm_medium=email&utm_content=gallery1_1&newsletterId=12882
Like low and bi-fold window:- Consider the window or the door as a picture frame on the garden, says Reader. “In the case of large areas of glass, imagine that the glass doesn’t exist and the two spaces are one. In this way, you can create the feel that you’re sitting in both the house and the garden when you’re inside,” he says. “Consider creating journeys and stories within the space and elements that draw you into the outside space, either physically or just visually.”
Try to read this book: https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/the-psychology-of-ageing-well-or-how-to-be-happy-into-old-age-stsetivw-vs~118411728
More info on Shiplap: https://www.houzz.com.au/ideabooks/129072348?utm_source=Houzz&utm_campaign=u12663&utm_medium=email&utm_content=t1&newsletterId=12663
Like the panelling at the back of the head board.
Bad habits that make you messy: https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/the-bad-habits-that-actually-make-you-messy-stsetivw-vs~78464620
Pantry Website: https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/expert-eye-the-pros-and-cons-of-5-different-pantry-systems-stsetivw-vs~82820178
For the bigger windows, check out the small sach window alongside the picture frame window.
More info on Windows: https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/windows-of-opportunity-your-guide-to-high-performance-glazing-stsetivw-vs~88456745 In the meantime, check out decking immediately outside patio doors.
Windows: Double and triple glazing Double- and triple-glazed windows have at least two sheets of glass with an inert gas such as argon (typically cheaper) or krypton between them. The gas, which is a poor thermal conductor, slows the passage of heat through the glass. The entire unit is sealed in the frame for lower heat exchange rates. These types of windows can also feature soundproofing qualities to reduce the impact of outside noise, as well as UV protection to prevent harmful rays from fading your furniture and finishes. Windows such as Viridian’s LightBridge range can be tailored to address a variety of specific design needs, including noise reduction, privacy, security and UV-control. Stegbar’s thicker float glass, laminated glass, insulated glass units and secondary window units also significantly reduce noise levels.
Porcelain Tiles: What to consider Average prices are higher for porcelain than non-porcelain ceramic tiles. High-density makes tiles harder to cut and requires professional laying, increasing the overall cost. Extreme hardness means precision cutting around architectural features, or creating non-standard shapes can be problematic. Heaviness makes porcelain unsuitable for certain layouts, for example, brick patterns. ‘Lipping’, or subsidence of a sub-surface under increased weight, can result in an uneven surface. Its weight requires a stable and strong substrate capable of supporting it. This restricts its use in upper storeys of buildings.
Ceramin Tiles: All tiles have the potential to cause foot fatigue with long periods of standing. This can be reduced by anti-fatigue floor mats and supportive footwear. Ceramic adapts to room temperature, so if unheated, can be chilly underfoot in cool climates. Sound-reflective properties contribute to noise and acoustic stress in an open-plan area. There is potential for chipping, which is hard to repair without replacing tiles. Dropped items almost certainly break. Grout may become stained and dingy and require maintenance.
Attic shower
Designing an attic space means finding the delicate balance between functionality and a light touch that distracts from often limited proportions. Here are 19 designs that work wonderfully, often by minimising the amount of furniture and occasionally by going all out.
To the right of the fireplace, we put in a bench seat with space above it for a television. We painted this section of wall in Dulux Domino so the television screen would visually disappear into it. The upper cabinetry is crafted from American Oak in a natural finish. We used a darker charred finish on the lower cabinetry for contrast.
Decking https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/3-alternative-decking-materials-and-why-they-might-work-for-you-stsetivw-vs~83643997?utm_source=Houzz&utm_campaign=u11914&utm_medium=email&utm_content=gallery4_5&newsletterId=11914
7 Practical Things To Remember When Planning Your Kitchen https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/7-super-practical-things-to-remember-when-planning-your-kitchen-stsetivw-vs~46505687
7. Eucalyptus oil This multi-purpose, readily available oil can tackle all manner of chores, and it’s an anti-fungal, antibacterial, antiviral deodoriser to boot. To thoroughly clean and freshen up sheets, towels, pillows and blankets, add two teaspoons to the washing machine cycle. It’s also handy to remove and prevent unsightly mould from the bathroom or fridge – add five drops to a cup of hot water and wipe down mould-prone surfaces. Eucalyptus oil makes disinfecting the toilet a breeze too, but if you only have tea tree oil to hand, this will do the job just as well.
6. Lemon juice Lemons are a kitchen staple for good reason – they can be squeezed, sliced, zested and preserved to add a vitamin C boost to your diet. In addition, lemons are a mild disinfectant and come in handy for cleaning and deodorising your kitchen. Full of natural acid, they possess powerful antibacterial properties. Bring some zing to your cleaning routine by spritzing lemon juice in your shower to break down soap scum, use a wedge to polish copper, chrome and brass, and add a squeeze to the sink when you’re washing up the dishes.
5. Salt Forget expensive scrubs, salt is the perfect scouring agent – mix yours with dishwashing liquid to remove tea- and coffee-stained cups and pots. Or combine a tablespoon of coarse salt with some olive oil to make a cleaning paste for cast-iron pots and pans – use a hard brush to scrub, then rinse with hot water.
3. Baking soda Not only essential for your favourite banana bread recipe, baking soda is a household staple for its cleaning and deodorising properties. An effective yet gentle abrasive, baking soda can be mixed with warm water to make an all-purpose cleaner for wiping down benchtops, fridge shelves and bathroom basins. Dust it over your carpet before vacuuming, add half a cup to your washing up to give your detergent extra oomph, and to your laundry load for a brightening boost. Not bad for only a few dollars a box.
Upstairs landing
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