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Senin, 29 Juli 2013

Coffee for health

Coffee is not only can be used for drinking, but coffee has many benefits that are very influential and beneficial for the health of our bodies, and therefore this is another benefit of coffee

1. Prevent kidney stones
Researchers at Harvard found that women who consumed four cups of coffee a day had a 25 percent risk of kidney stones lower. Studies that have been done earlier also showed similar results

2. preventing depression
According to a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine in 2011 showed that women who drank two to three cups of coffee per day had a 15 percent lower risk of developing depression. While women who drank four cups of coffee per day had a 20 percent risk of depression is lower.

3. sharpen memory
Coffee could help improve long-and short-term memory. In a 2005 study conducted by the Radiological Society of North America, researchers found that consuming two caffeinated coffee can boost a person's memory and reaction speed.

4. Lowers the risk of diabetes
The study found that coffee drinkers have a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes. People who drink four cups of coffee a day had a risk of type 2 diabetes 50 percent lower. It is known through the study published in the Journal of Agricultural & Food Chemistry, published in early January 2012.

5. Reduce cancer risk
Coffee consumption is known to be associated with a reduced risk of liver cancer, breast, prostate, and diseases related to obesity, estrogen and insulin. A 2008 study in Sweden found that drinking two or three cups of coffee per day can reduce the risk or prevent breast cancer.


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Kamis, 13 September 2012

Sometimes we need a little help with our homes.  Whether we have lived in our homes for 2 months of twenty years, we all need to change things up from time to time. Our lives our ever changing and this should also be reflected in our living spaces. Changes can be simple, the purchase of a few new accessories, or perhaps a painting. But maybe a big change is due, a new paint color, some new furniture, perhaps even a remodel. Following are some very simple secrets from some well known interior designers to help you transform your living space to best reflect your style and personality.

1. “The first rule about decorating is that you can break almost all the other rules.” — Billy Bladwin

2.”Never push furniture up against the walls. By pulling your seating arrangement in (even just a few inches) you instantly warm up a space and create flow. ” — Betsy Burnham

While each designer has his or own trick to transforming a room, they unanimously believe that a home should feel well lived in, represent the home-owners interests and passions and should never be too serious. Above this cozy library manages to do it all. This library is warm and inviting while giving us glimpses into the owner’s own life.

3. “Ceilings must always be considered. They are the most neglected space in a room.” — Albert Hadley

When decorating one’s home one tends to immediately think of the walls, followed by the furniture and then the floor, but rarely do people think of what’s overhead. This gold ceiling manages to do several things in this room. It reflects the natural light coming in from the oversized windows, it adds depth and warmth to the room, and it certainly adds a touch of whimsy.
Beautiful living room with zebra patterned carpet 10 Secrets From Top Interior Designers to Better Your Home 

4. “Pinches of color keep a room feeling youthful and engaging.” — Christina Murphy

Many people are afraid to paint their walls a bright color. Color can also be added through accessories. Lovely blankets, vases, paintings, pillows and rugs are a wonderful way to add a pop of color. Start in small increments. Perhaps add a colorful lamp, then you can add a vase, the blanket, and if you are ready try tackling larger areas. Color really does affect your mood and can make your living space a happy and energetic one.
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5. “Use wallpaper in unexpected places: on the ceiling, in a paneled room, in closets, hallways and small foyers. A great pattern or texture in small spaces can be a prodigious twist.” — Lindsay Coral Harper

It’s always fun to walk in to someone’s home and find the unexpected. A formal dining room with a bright colored ceiling, a white hallway and an unexpectedly colorful stairwell. A simple white bedroom may offer up a playful surprise with a fun patterned papered wall in the closet.  In the room above one’s eye is immediately drawn upward to the playful yet elegant ceiling.
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6. “I appreciate history but you have to bring your own experience into your rooms.” — Istvan Francer

What makes your home uniquely your own home are the things you have in it. Showcase your personal possessions to reveal your personality, adventures, and achievements. Mix your accessories with new and old. We all have a past, present and a future and these are all a part of our personal histories.
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7. “I don’t think people have enough fun with decorating. It doesn’t always have to be so serious. Design isn’t like marriage, you don’t have to commit for life.” — Ross Cassidy

Don’t be afraid to try something new. You can always change it. Furniture can be rearranged and walls can be repainted. As with all things, in home decor, try something new, you might like it. Start small if you must then go bigger. The room above would be very bland without the fun and colorful furniture. The furniture gives the room its personality. It shows that the owner is fun loving and most likely doesn’t take him or herself too seriously. Conversely, if the walls and lamp shades were not white, the room would be much too busy and too distracting.
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8. “Real comfort, visual and physical is vital in every room.” — Mark Hampton

Another area where all designers seem to agree is the importance of comfort in one’s home. It doesn’t matter what your own personal style is – Whether  you are elegant and sophisticated or casual and whimsical… Whether you are minimalist, eclectic, classic, bohemian – the most important thing is to make your home livable. A well designed home is one that is both comfortable and functional.
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9. “The most important thing? Perfect lighting at all times.” — Oscar de la Renta

Natural light is best but when natural light sources are limited there should be plenty of light sources. Consider your environment. Are you in a large city, near a forest or by the ocean.  Some homes will have more natural light than others and the light in your home will shift and vary through the day. Sit in all the rooms of your home throughout the day and you will notice where lighting needs to be supplemented. The right kind of lighting in the right space will add a glow and a warmth to your surroundings.
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10. “Accessories are where I like to make a statement. They’re the soul of a room.” — Austin Warner

Accessories are a great way to tie in all decor together. They can pull all the pieces together to give your space a finished look. Accessorizing is another way to add a personal touch to your space as they often tell a story of where you have been and where your interests lie. If you are too timid to go for large amounts bold color, patterns or decor in your home, you can still create a colorful atmosphere with the accessories you choose.
Are you inspired to make a few changes around the house? Where will you start? What will you do? I need to add some more color, myself and am looking for just the right rug to tie everything together.

http://freshome.com/2012/09/13/10-secrets-from-top-interior-designers/

Patterns and Colors Collide in Vivid New York Loft

When fascinating patterns and colors collide, inspiration is born. With extensive experience in the design field, well-known designer Karim Rashid strikes again. His bold works are once again showcased in this colorful apartment in New York City. Three spacious rooms located at the crossroads of Chelsea and the West Village’s meatpacking district were designed and furnished by the designer, composing an extravagant interior design focusing on matching patterns, textures and colors. Spreading over almost 2,000 square feet, the loft gathers expressive details under the 12′ ceilings. Modern furniture part of Karim’s portfolio adorned the white rooms, creating a unique display of comfortable spaces and demanding undivided attention. Glossy floors in the kitchen reflect natural light filtered through tall windows and patterned space separators alongside a pink rug define the vivacious living space. Already rented, the fascinating space seen on Afflante remains as an inspiration source for those who love vivid colors and bold patterns.


http://freshome.com/2012/09/11/not-done-colorful-loft-by-karim-rashid/

Charming Japanese Residence Blurring Indoor/Outdoor Boundaries: Kofunaki House

Staying true to the principles of Japanese architecture, yet adding that little extra that makes a home comfortable and welcoming, Japanese studio ALTS Design Office designed a charming family home in Shiga, Honshu Island. Kofunaki House has a total surface of 1,424 square feet and is structured on two levels. According to the designers, the concept behind the project is the connection between man and nature, a liaison that has been around since ancient times. Large windows connect the interiors with the surrounding landscape, while wood is present throughout the house, inspiring warmth. Pebbles and flower pots, ethereal curtains, cement flooring and plenty of natural light- all these elements diminish the indoor/outdoor borders. Even though the arrangements are minimalist, the design of this contemporary home turns simplicity into bliss. Every room seems especially “equipped” to offer a comfortable life, without the pretentious details most modern home owners put on display. To conclude, the Kofunaki House showcases an “honesty” that I personally love. How do you find it?


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Senin, 10 September 2012

DeLonghi ‘s Faceted Home Appliances For Stylish Breakfasts


First seen at IFA 2012, the edgy Breakfast Series Brillante from DeLonghi presents its faceted design as a fresh alternative to usual home appliances. Perfection lies in the details and this collection comes to show that glamor can be part of your daily routine. The three dimensional display transcends the collection into a new era – inspiring appliances meant not only to help you in the kitchen, but also create a stylish atmosphere to accompany your daily breakfast. The new set inspired by cut diamonds showcases a modern play of light that adds an interesting twist to kitchen counters. Black and white filter coffee machines, kettles and toasters compose a collection of glossy appliances perfect for a carefully designed kitchen. Brilliant surfaces compose an elegant texture, exposing the company’s continuous search for inspiring shapes that perfect the functional features of each appliance. DeLonghi’s Breakfast Series Brillante was imagined by Italian artist Varisco and captures the need for a flourishing attention to details. Can you imagine how this set would look in your home?

http://freshome.com/2012/09/10/not-done-delonghi-s-faceted-home-appliances-for-stylish-breakfasts/

Luxurious Residential Transformation Expanding Architectural Horizons




Located in Johannesburg, the Brian Road Residence underwent extensive transformations that took the 1970s house to a contemporary level. Nico van der Meulen Architectsimagined an atrium and moat surrounding the hall and dining room, while a water curtain falls past a cut-out in the atrium wall, shaping a breakfast garden to the east of the kitchen. The double-height living and dining space open to a spacious lanai extending the entertaining zone into the garden. Opulent social interiors adorned with Tom Dixon spherical copper lamps were divided into activity zones, creating an open floor plan combining family and entertaining possibilities. Luxury can be also recognized in the color choices: rich rust and copper hues meet bright natural light in a spectacular space arrangement. These modern South-African interiors were designed by M Square Lifestyle Necessities, who also transformed the private spaces into inviting indoor/outdoor splendors. Opening onto balconies and atriums, main bedrooms and bathrooms compete with the guest quarters, which lead out to the garden through frameless doors. A myriad of exceptional details compose this residential space, upgrading it to suit a luxurious 21st century lifestyle.


http://freshome.com/2012/09/06/luxurious-residential-transformation-expanding-architectural-horizons/