Cozy And Sophisticated Ski Resort Featuring Spectacular Views

Located in the Yellowstone Club in Montana, this residence was built and designed by Reid Smith Achitects & Teton Heritage Builders. Its name is the Lower Foxtail Residence and it has become a part of the residential club, ski and golf resort. It blends beautifully into the landscape thanks to its simple and transparent design that reflects the views.

The interior is, as expected, very cozy, warm and inviting. It’s decorated with dark tones and natural materials such as stone and wood with add warmth to every room.

The contrast between the cold outdoors and the indoors becomes strong and obvious once you step inside. Although it seems transparent and not that well insulated from the outside, this house of glass surprises with its sophisticated and cozy interior.







The clean lines and the simplicity of the exterior and the façade make the residence stand out from the rest of the structures in the area which are mostly rustic cabins made of wood. This one is cozy on the inside without appearing so from the outside. The interior is decorated with shades of brown and grey with occasional bursts of color here and there. There are lots of irregular shapes in the rooms, mostly decorative elements. A balance is however created between there elements and the symmetrical arrangement of the furniture and everything else.







The large windows and glass walls let the views become a part of the interior décor. Lots of natural light also gets inside. The lighting in the residence is very carefully chosen as to create the feeling of warmth and coziness. It’s best seen is spaces like the living and dining areas.

Color Duos for the Bedroom: Their Mood and Meanings

Are you thinking of redecorating the bedroom? Or are you starting fresh in a new apartment? Have you bought your first house with your loved one and want to make the bedroom, for the both of you, the most special of the rest? Well, it’s time to start talking colors. Have you thought about the mood you want? Or what you want the colors of the bedroom to reflect? Well, don’t fret, we’re here sharing great color duos for the bedroom, plus their meanings and the moods they emit. Take a look!
1. Pale Blue & Springtime Yellow.

For a light and wispy feel, try pale blues with pops of springtime yellow for a youthful, natural bedroom. The calmness of the blue and energy from the yellow create a positive atmosphere for a positive, vibrant person.

2. Bright White & Hot Pink.


Create a modern and slick bedroom by using bright whites and hot pink. The passion and fire of the hot pink combined with the clean and fresh revival of the whites will easily make a bold and empowering room.
3. Fire Red & Funky Turquoise.


This eclectic mix if perfect for those who want a bit of sexy appeal. With reds giving off lots of energy and strength combining it with a serene and calming turquoise will create a trendy and stylish space.
4. Chocolate Brown and Creamy Ivory.


The wholesome, earthy brown and the sophisticated and innocence of ivory makes for the most comfortable and traditional of bedrooms. It’s a great choice for couples looking to create a homey space.
5. Soft Lavender and Neon Chartreuse.


The color of femininity and poise, lavender is a cool and comfortable shade. Combining it with chartreuse for a trendy,  yet serene look, is a great choice for someone looking to put a bit more pep in their step.
6. Smooth Teal and Mango Orange.

Teal and mango make for a fun and lively duo. Just like blues, teal give off a calming, relaxed vibe while also emitted a natural, earthy style with its infusion of green. Then orange comes along bursting with happiness and rebirth.
7. Pure Black and Light White.


A classic color combination, it’s an elegant and sophisticated choice. Black, with it’s bold and courageous meanings and white with its innocent and refreshing vibes, it’s a ying and yang of sorts.
8. Hazey Grey and Grassy Green.

Green is the color of earth, giving off a natural and healthy reinforcement. Then grey, a cloudy color that makes one feel relaxed and focused. This combination puts everyone on a comfy level.
9. Delicate Rose and Antique Ivory.

Romantic and comfortable, rose and ivory make for a beautiful, inspired bedroom. The purity and cleanliness of the ivory combined with the delicate, girlish charm of the rose makes for a calming, secure bedroom.
10. Metallic Gold and Royal Purple.

Grandiose and dramatic, try gold and purple for a surprising style. Gold is cheerful and eye-catching and a vibrant purple, the color of royalty, are colors that bode well in making a bold bedroom.

Time To Get Ready For Budapest And Vienna Design Week

Once again, Budapest and Vienna Design Week events are just about to start and, of course, we’ll be there to see what’s new and interesting. It’s a great opportunity for designers and those interested in design and architecture to find out what trends are back and to see all sorts of extraordinary creations.

Budapest Design Week is back with its 10th edition and the events take place between the 27th of September and the 6th of October. This year, the focus is on the crossovers in design and the way contemporary creations eliminate almost completely the boundaries between different genres, exploring new ideas and reflecting today’s dilemmas.


This year’s guest of honor is Italy. Moreover, more than sixty amazing creations from 12 countries have been selected to be displayed, showcasing how design interacts with traditions, biotechnology, digital manufacturing and scientific research.


Vienna Design Week 2013 also comes with tons of great surprises. It starts the same day and it will showcase more than 100 events. The emphasis this year is on the creative and production process and visitors can experiment themselves the process of designing and they can explore materials and ideas in workshops. The main concept for the festival is showing how design influences and shapes our culture and our world. It celebrates design and it examines it in detail.
As mentioned, we’ll be there and we’ll be back with fresh ideas and more info on what the festivals offer us this year so stay tuned.

10 Things You Should Avoid Doing When Decorating

Each home is unique so decorating it is a very personal thing. Every choice and decision you make needs to be based on facts and preferences. So instead of giving you advice on how you should decorate your home without knowing all the details, we’ve decided it’s better to tell you what not to do. There are many mistakes people usually make when decorating their homes and they live to regret it so here are some tips that could help you.
Don’t choose trends over timeless.

Trends come and go so invest in a piece that’s trendy right now is not very smart. Try instead to invest on pieces that look great regardless of the trends, timeless designs and versatile accessories.

Don’t paint before you furnish.

Paint is available in every color imaginable so it’s better to leave this choice for later. Before you choose the paint color, choose other elements like the carpeting, the furniture, the fabric, etc. These are elements restricted by color and other things.
Don’t make your favorite color the main one.

Your favorite color shouldn’t be the main color for the interior design. It should be an accent shade. This way it stands out more and it’s better highlighted. Your favorite color should pop instead of disappearing in the background.
Don’t make things match.

Sometimes things don’t fit the way they should. In such cases, it’s best not to make things match just because you have them. For example, just because two pieces have the same color doesn’t mean that they go well together.
Don’t choose colors on the spot.

Deciding on colors or fabric on the first trip to the store is not a very good idea. You should always ask for samples to take home with you and to see exactly how they would look like in that particular environment.
Don’t push all your furniture against the walls.


Unless you have no other choice, don’t let the furniture hug the walls. Try instead to group up the pieces for a more comfortable atmosphere. The center of the room shouldn’t be empty.
Don’t obstruct access.

You need to be very careful when placing the furniture in a room. It’s important not to create barriers. So make sure the chairs don’t incommode anyone trying to pass through that area and never obstruct access to traffic areas.
Don’t keep things you don’t like.

Sometimes people tend to keep things in the house simply because they feel that they should. Just because you’ve inherited something or because someone gave you an item as a gift doesn’t mean that you have to keep it in the house. Throw away anything you don’t like or need.
Don’t display everything you have.

If you’re a collector or if you have lots of personal things that can be displayed doesn’t mean you have to showcase them all. Too many personal items can ruin the atmosphere and the décor. So be selective and choose the most important ones.
Don’t settle for something you’re not crazy about.

Never settle for something just because it’s a little cheaper or more convenient. If you truly love something, find a way to include it in your home’s décor. So dare to be bold and to have things that you love or you’ll regret it later.
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12 Fall Décor Ideas For And From The Garden

Once fall gets comfortable in your region you start to notice all sorts of changes in nature. For example, your garden suddenly doesn’t look as fresh and cheerful as it once did. But this doesn’t make it less beautiful. Instead of being sad that summer is gone, how about you embrace the new season and you give your garden a fall makeover? Here are a few ideas.
Fence decorations.

Try to find leaves with different shapes, sizes and colors to create a unique combo
First you’ll have to take a look around and try to find as many beautiful and unique leaves as you can. Put them in between the pages of a book and let them dry completely, then glue onto pages from the book and make bunting for the garden fence.{found on simpleasthatblog}.

Porch décor.

Put all the goodies in a cart and use leaves, grass, flowers and branches to decorate it
Although technically this isn’t something you make for the garden, it’s a very nice porch décor which you can make using things from your garden. Use things like pumpkins, flowers, branches and other goodies you can find and display them at the entrance.{found on hoosierhomemade}.
An old chair.

Decorate an old chair with potted plants or with goodies from your garden
Do you, by any chance, have an old chair just lying around in your house or in your garage and you’re thinking of throwing it out but you can’t seem to say goodbye? Well you don’t have to because you know a great way in which you can use it.{found on site}.
Wheelbarrow décor.

Fill the wheelbarrow with soil and use it as a large planter or a container for garden goodies
An old wheelbarrow would also make a wonderful decoration for the garden. You don’t even have to give it a makeover. The older it is, the more charming it will look.{found on site}.
Pumpkin décor.

Decorate the pumpkins with anything you can find in the garden and be creative
Of course, the most common decoration this season is the pumpkin. And what could be a more appropriate garden decoration than a pumpkin accessorized with plants, fruits and seeds from your own garden?
Bird feeder.

You can use any type of pumpkin with any shape
Pumpkins can also be used in numerous other ways. For example, you could make a pumpkin bird feeder and hang it in a tree from your garden.{found on hoosierhomemade}.
Mailbox décor.

Use corn stalks and flowers to give the mailbox a lovely fall look
Since we were talking about ways in which you can make your outdoors more beautiful, how about we talk about the mailbox which is often neglected? Give it a fall makeover with things from your garden.{found on site}.
Front door décor.

Corn stalks greeting guests for Thanksgiving at the front door – a very seasonal idea
Speaking of corn stalks, they can also be used for other types of decors. For example, use them for the front door. Let them lean on the walls on either side of the door and use fruit or flowers as accessories.{found on statebystategardening}.
Unique sculpture.

This is a more unusual way of using pumpkins and recycled wood
This is the Pumpkin King and he’s made out of wood and he has baskets as shoes and a pumpkin as head. You can make one too when you have some spare time.{found on hoosierhomemade}.
Window boxes.

The pumpkins and the gourds don’t have to replace the flowers. They can complement them
Usually, we enjoy seeing fresh plants and colorful flowers at the windows but fall is not as friendly with them as summer. So instead you can use pumpkins and gourds for the window boxes.{found on site}.
Hay bale décor.

Use a hay bale as a decoration for the front door entrance along with pumpkins and flowers

The bale can be the support structure for the planters and decorations


Hay bales are very versatile and they’re great for décor. You can use them in many creative ways in your garden but also at the entrance or on your porch.
For the stairs.

Take a bunch of different pumpkins and display them on the stairs
If you have stairs leading to your front door entrance then you definitely have to decorate them this fall. Use pumpkins and flowers along with anything else you can find in the garden.{found on theessenceofhome}.