Black steel frame window crush

We have a thing for black steel window frames.  You might think they only suit an industrial look but they work with a variety of styles including the more traditional.  They work with most colours and the thin black frame does not compete but rather complements so that when you look at the windows your eye is taken through to the view beyond.  They are also now being used internally as room dividers, shower screens and in walk in wardrobes.

They have such character and look great.  Here are some ideas.

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Image by heidi lerkenfledt photography

Wall units as room dividers

The use of shelving or wall units as room dividers as opposed to a full height partition wall is a great idea.  In small spaces they create a separation of living areas while still giving the feeling of a sense of space as they don’t block out the light or encroach on the space.  They are also great for large open plan layouts to create different zones while still maintaining that open plan feeling.  They don’t have to be high.  A low level cabinet can be enough to create a separate living zone and maintain the open plan feeling.

They are an attractive decorative feature displaying books and other special pieces and functional by providing storage as well.

Below are some we like.

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Casa Lopez Lujano by Oficina 3 Estudio de Arquitectura   Source

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Casa Alto de Pinheiros by Marilia Veiga     Source

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Copper Love

Its been "in" for a while but we still have a thing for copper. It has been around forever used mainly for practical purposes including plumbing pipes and fittings, electrical parts and architecturally for items such as roof caps on cathedral spires.  Now designers are being a bit more creative and cutting edge with their use of copper and rather than being hidden away and out of sight it is now a design feature.  We are seeing it wrapped around buildings, used in flooring and staircases, in kitchens and bars, for lighting and the list goes on.........  A lot or a little, it makes for a striking interior and exterior feature and exudes such warmth with its natural colouring.

 Have a look at the photos below for some great design ideas for copper.

Rogers Sellers Arq Rose Copper Basin Mixer

Astra Walker A69.08.V2

Dedece, Light by Tom Dixon

Interiors by Fiona Lynch, Image Brooke Holm

From Copper By Design

Source : http://www.designcladding.com.au/gallery

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