Archive for February, 2008

Innovative Storage Ideas for the Home

Storage is such an important aspect of the home. It allows us to show off or hide away our items. It gives everything a home and will keep anything we do not wish people to see, out of plain sight. With ample storage you can create an uncluttered, minimalist environment, without the need to sacrifice your things to achieve it.

If you are fighting to find space at home to store all your bits and pieces, and can’t bear to part with anything, why not have a look at some inventive storage ideas that we have found on the web.

Here are 2 brilliant storage ideas for your stairs.

The Amazing StaircaseThis inventive stairwell was designed and built for a top floor flat in a London town house.

The stair treads are made from solid Oak, and provide shelves that wrap around 3 sides of the space. Books fully line the shelves and create a miniature, library-esque style environment.

This proves that even in a small space you can create a lot of storage. Click Here to see the full article about this ingenious staircase.


A Brilliant Storage Idea

 

This second example of stairwell storage, uses just the space, normally wasted, under each step. By inserting a drawer under the tread, and using the riser as the drawer front, you can create large, easily accessible storage.

Unlike the idea above, this hides your items away, rather than putting them on show. The drawers themselves are so discreet, that you wouldn’t even notice them unless you knew they were there.

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These ideas could be easily adapted, on a smaller scale, for your home and really help to keep your space clean and clear. The perfect solutions for your clutter needs.

New Section Added! Introducing Feng Shui

Feng ShuiWe are happy to announce a new section about Feng Shui.

Entitled ‘An Introduction to Feng Shui’, it describes the basic fundamentals of this tradition, such as the Chi energy, Ying and Yang and the 5 elements.

Feng Shui known as ‘wind and water’ has been a traditional part of Chinese culture for thousands of years. The ancient art stems from the belief of positive and negative energy reflected in the Yin and Yang flow of Chi. To create a harmonious and balanced atmosphere placement of furniture is key, it can even help the flow and movements of natural rhythms.

Click here to read more about Feng Shui and it’s principals

Again this is another section we will be adding to, it covers a lot of ideas. Although most people won’t be able to change their entire environment to suit the rules there are always elements that can be used and adapted for your space.

New Section Added! Understanding Colour and it’s Uses

Colour: An IntroductionWe are happy to announce we have just added our new guides all about Colour. Under the heading of Colour: An Introduction we have included a number of pages that explain the basics, colour theory and more, to help you with any problems you may encounter when designing and updating your home.

 

An understanding of colour is very important when it comes to anything creative, interior design is no exception. Understanding the theory behind which colours will work and which won’t, can often make or break a room. Colour should always be a thoughtful addition to any the room, because not only is it aesthetically pleasing but it is powerful enough to influence the emotions of those surrounded by it.
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We plan to add new interesting content regularly so we can provide you with the information you need, to succeed. If there is anything you would like help with, please email us at lifestyle@danetti.com

Danetti’s Cubilux Chair Featured in Real Homes Magazine (March Edition)

Cubilux Red Leather Chair £299If your heading to your local newsagent this week for your copy of Real Homes Magazine (March 2008 Edition), don’t forget to have look in the Style for Less section (pg 18-19), to see our Cubilux Chair in Red Leather featured.

Part of the Beautiful Basics range of furniture, it really is a stand alone designer piece for the home. Incredibly comfortable with a thick cushioned seat, back and arms, the Cubilux is not only a great seat to relax into, but it also promotes better posture with a straight low back. The quality real leather and highly polished chrome finishes mean the Cubilux really does have the whole package.

 

The Cubilux Chair is available in black and red leather. Click here for more information about the Cubilux Leather Chair.