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• Ultimate Luxury: Mind-Blowing $59,500,000 Mansion in the Cayman Islands
• Inspiring Calendar: 2011 Will Be My Best Year Ever! + Join our Experiment
• 10 Most Unique Kitchen Cabinet Styles Even Some You’ve Never Heard Of
• 8 Elegant and Practical Group Work Desks for Up-to-date Offices
• How to Creatively Display Interior Decor in your Kitchen
• Majestic Home In Jakarta Displaying an Original Architecture
• Original Desk Mimicking the Bent Wing of a Plane

Ultimate Luxury: Mind-Blowing $59,500,000 Mansion in the Cayman Islands Posted: 04 Jan 2011 05:27 AM PST Nothing short of mind-blowing, this opulent single family residence is located in Grand Cayman, one of the three exotic islands that make up the Caymans. And for a price of almost $60 million (as listed on Sotheby’s), one can only expect the unexpected. The behemoth building stretches over an area of 48,000 Sq Ft. /4,459 m2 . Compare this to a regular 100m2 apartment and you may just get a clue about just how atypical and imposing this project really is. Needless to say, the residence has it all. It includes amenities such as a 4 car garage, an outdoor kitchen, billiards and exercise room, spa, home theater, steam room, fitness center, wine cellar, an outdoor tennis court and many many more. And did we mention this was an ocean front property? If you’re much into opulence, take all these, add year-long sunshine and the lack of local taxes and you may get quite an appealing crib. Be sure to also check out the video at the end of this post, for a better understanding of this home’s features. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Multifunctional Leather Furniture : The Cayman The Mansion: Picture perfect to the core Harrison Varma Strikes With a New Luxury Property in London What Does A $75 Million Luxury House Look Like? Mind-Blowing Apartment in Australia, the Ultimate Bachelor’s Retreat The Toilet That Transforms Into an Urinal Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Inspiring Calendar: 2011 Will Be My Best Year Ever! + Join our Experiment Posted: 04 Jan 2011 03:09 AM PST It’s high time you put all your worries, regrets, bad memories and bad habits aside and start anew. “2011- Best Year Ever” is the message delivered by this folk calendar from Etsy. The motivational graphic print measures 11 x 17 and can be purchased online for only 6$. We consider it to be a nice gift for anyone in need of encouragement. We took this idea further and created a Facebook page for all of you out there with remarkable plans for the next 12 months. We hope 2011 Will Be My Best Year Ever Facebook Page will join together people from over the world and create a community united by an optimistic, winner’s attitude. Just click the “Like” button and welcome the positive vibes which should guide you in the year to come. We’re really curious how many people we can get to this page so don’t forget to also invite a few of your friends. Freshome Readers, we wish you a spectacular 2011 with plenty of memorable moments ! And in the mean time, we will be here to deliver the best of the best and inspire you like never before. Finally don’t forget to join our experiment on Facebook here and also invite a few of your friends. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Simple and Minimalistic Perpetual Wall Calendar Inspiring Modern Home Architecture Photo Collage : Perpetual Wall Calendar Browse the New IKEA 2011 Catalog Online Hollywood’s House of the Year – The Ultimate Bachelor Pad? Top 10 Home Trends for the New Year Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

10 Most Unique Kitchen Cabinet Styles Even Some You’ve Never Heard Of Posted: 04 Jan 2011 01:56 AM PST We recently received this article by Brittany Mauriss from CalFinder which we believe most of you Freshome readers will find inspiring. Enjoy: The best kitchen cabinets are ones with a story to tell, the kind that inspire us to dream up a creative vision for our own homes. I'd like to share 10 of the most unique kitchen cabinet styles out there—probably even some you've never heard of… #1—Mismatched-DIY My personal favorite, DIY cabinets are for the creatives—the forward-thinkers. Materials are as vast as your imagination, from recycled shipping crates to thrift-shop furniture finds to quirky metal filing cabinets. Best of all, it's cheap! #2—Floating Drawing on the bright colors and high-gloss sheen of Italian contemporary style, the 36E8 Kitchen Suite by Lago takes minimalism to a whole new level. Wall-mounted structures maximize floor space in a slick, geometrical pattern reminiscent of pixilated video games. The concept is striking, to say the least. #3—Storybook Sometimes, the most interesting kitchen cabinets are ones that don't exist at all. In this real-life storybook home, materials come directly from the earth. Compartments are dug out of the smooth, curved sink and countertops to make room for open shelving. It's so adorable I could weep. #4—Mid-Century Modern These are mid-century cabinets in an original southern Californian Eichler home. What the owners did to make the kitchen pop was refinish the cabinet doors in splashy orange and green. They also sanded and re-stained the wood trim, then installed reclaimed midcentury light fixtures to complete the authentic look. #5—Luxury Glass This kitchen blows me away. The Isola Linear by Toyo features a cantilevered structure for a kitchen that seems to be stacked yet floating at the same time. Cabinets are finished with Venetian glass mosaics and five types of etchings. #6—Reclaimed Wood Aside from looking incredible, reclaimed wood cabinets are about as eco-friendly as it gets. Some, like the style shown above, are made from repurposed wood (e.g. felled trees, old barn wood or discarded materials). I love the natural-grain look. #7—Concept & Futuristic What's most fascinating about concept kitchens is that they virtually do away with cabinetry. Designed for "homes of the future," these kitchens are compact, curved and outstandingly efficient. Some even grow their own food. The Futuristic Kitchen by Ora-Ito (above) went on tour across Europe in 2007, stopping in historical city centres to give passersby a glimpse at high-tech design. #8—21st-Century Rustic Contemporary rustic offers the best of both worlds. The idea is simple: merge country-style rusticity with the clean lines, sleek design and modern technology of today. This kitchen featured on Apartment Therapy does just that. Wooden beams from old-growth trees shelter a bright kitchen with contemporary-style cabinets. A simple stool ties the whole look together. #9—Arts & Crafts It's official: Arts & Crafts kitchens are making a comeback. Unlike the cookie-cutter cabinets in many homes today, the Arts & Crafts style is famous for durability, artistic detail and a craftsmanship that has endured for centuries. This kitchen by Crown Point contrasts a pale blue kitchen island with fantastic artisan cabinets and matching range hood. #10—Gothic Gothic kitchens are hard to get just right. Delve too deeply, and you could end up with coffins for cabinets. Keep it chic, on the other hand, and you'll get gorgeous, arched glass-front cabinets like the ones above. These homeowners hand-stained their cabinets before meticulously texturizing them with steel wool. They even installed dark wood trim around the microwave and refrigerator to keep everything Gothic antique-style. Now that's dedication. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Contrabass Shaped Storage Cabinet Funny Knife Cabinet iPad Mounted in Kitchen Cabinet : Smart or Not ? Cool Suspended Corner Cabinet For Extra Storage Space Kitchen 36E8: Futuristic Italian kitchen with Retro Shades How to Choose a Dynamic Kitchen Cabinet Style Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

8 Elegant and Practical Group Work Desks for Up-to-date Offices Posted: 04 Jan 2011 12:49 AM PST JG Group have recently exhibited their latest furniture collections Inspira and Modul in Cologne (Germany). Here is an excerpt from the press release they sent us together with 8 stylish group desk ideas. “Modern and timeless, robust and light at the same time, and easy to assembly.With a wide range of shapes, solutions, materials and finishes. We wanted to create a collection which would convey elegance in its design and the quality of its materials. Inspira is a system featuring numerous solutions, with straight or shaped tops and single or group workstations. In multiple workstation configurations practical wiring systems with functional covers make it easy to hook up computers and other devices. The central wiring system has three slots which make it easy to add accessories such as shelves, dividing panels and screen supports. All Inspira system desks are height adjustable and have a handle especially designed to match.” Do you think these work units could inspire workaholic to anyone? Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Luxurious Chrocodile Leather Desks for Elegant Business Home Offices Ideas from Huelsta Practical Wooden Home Desk with Extra Storage for Files Saegeling Medizintechnik Offices in Heidenau, Germany Inspiring Tree House by KAA Design Group Freshome.com is now on Facebook ( Join us ) Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

How to Creatively Display Interior Decor in your Kitchen Posted: 03 Jan 2011 11:33 PM PST The kitchen has always been the heart of the home and its main purpose was for preparing food. As the years have gone on, the kitchen has become a place for guests to gather, and in turn a show piece of the home. Decorative accessories, shelving and lighting to accommodate kitchen decor, and bookshelves in kitchen islands are commonplace. If you're looking for a way to expand your kitchen into a decorative show place for your creative style, here are a few tips for displaying all you hold dear. Make your kitchen all about the display: If you have a great collection of books, or an unbelievable collection of wines, why not make your kitchen the perfect place to show them off? Creative wood cabinetry and display can utilize bookshelves, custom shelving and unique storage areas to display your most prized collectibles. If your kitchen is adjacent to your living room, bar, or dining room, consider using display to serve both areas. Glasses, spices, and home collectibles can find a home in creative display in your kitchen. Glass cabinets make for great display: Remember when cabinets used to be closed off and dinnerware and glasses would hide behind closed doors? Glass front cabinets enable you to use your dishes as display. Creative glass applications can range from frosted glass, etched or pebbled glass, or completely transparent to allow personal collections to shine through. Ensure lighting is installed inside your cabinets for highlighting displays at night. Casual meets function: If you prefer a more laid back style in your kitchen display, consider open shelving made from rustic wood, metal or natural surfaces. Open shelving is ideal for casual decorative styles, and allows your dishes and display to be visually showcased easier. Consider using empty wall space around kitchen windows or vacant space between upper kitchen cabinets to truly maximize on space and display your artisan artifacts beautifully. Keep the family organized: Creative display can also mean a place for organization and updating the family quickly and easily. Bulletin, chalk, and creative wall paint solutions are a great place to display to-do lists, grocery lists, and notes to the kids. Consider installing simple organizing shelves adjacent to your kitchen and dining room area for quick access to dinner table items, or kitchen gadgets that are close at hand. Another great place for organization is the refrigerator. Instead of using dozens of magnets and papers, opt for open shelving or custom memo boards around the refrigerator area. It will look organized and keep your family connected. Kitchen display can be creative and unique with the help of these suggestions. If you have a kitchen island, use cabinet area for display too. Storage area that once served as cabinetry can be removed and replaced with shelves, wine storage, dish racks, or creative collectible display. Custom millwork designers can customize your kitchen to suit your needs, or visit an organization store for do it yourself options. Regardless of your style, display areas in your kitchen make the room become a livable space, and an expression of your family, not just a place to boil some water! Freshome readers do you have creative display areas in your kitchen? Tell us about them in the comment section below. Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Home Decor Vinyl Stickers by ARTSTICK 5 Basic Ideas of Modern Home Decor 26 Christmas Decorating Ideas for Your Home Simple Touches to Bring Cottage Style Decor into Your Home Modern Kitchen Inspiration How to use Literary Accents Throughout your Home Decor Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Majestic Home In Jakarta Displaying an Original Architecture Posted: 03 Jan 2011 09:15 AM PST Tan Residence was designed by Chrystalline Artchitect and is located in Jakarta, Indonesia. The main goals when developing the project were to ensure a large amount of natural light and good air circulation throughout the residence. There are many elements that contributed to these two major objectives which were cleverly achieved. According to the architects,  the house opens up in the back towards a large garden, which ensures the refreshment and privacy that the owner needs. Here is more about the inner structure of the project from the architects: “The vertical circulation towards the upper level of the house is in the form of a cantilever stair with frameless glass railings, which is positioned right next to the living room. This creates a sense of unity within the main room and the upper level. In the upper floor, a connecting bridge is located between the master bedroom, children's bedroom and study room. This bridge transverse right in the middle of the void, therefore the activities of the owner could be seen whether in the living room, dining room, study room or master bedroom.”- via Arch Daily first floor plan second floor plan Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Inspiring Modern Home Architecture 63.02° house by Schemata Architecture Office Picture Frame Transforming into a Table Modern Mountain Home Design by Ulisses Morato Original Design And Architecture: Modern Home in Spain by OmasC Architects Luxury Gemstones in Home Interiors Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

Original Desk Mimicking the Bent Wing of a Plane Posted: 03 Jan 2011 07:47 AM PST We found this highly intriguing office desk which is sure to hit the spot for all of you out there passionate about aircrafts. The Aviator Wing Desk is available for purchase online at Restauration Hardware and was inspired by the bent wing of a plane. Its appearance is quite unusual, making it a valuable furniture piece that can bring a serious upgrade to any home or high-class office. Built from a hardwood frame surrounded by polished aluminum patchwork, the uncommon desk has a genuine, surprising metal exterior with exposed screws. Three embedded shelves ensure enough storage space for files and books. The cost for such an eccentric item? 1995$. The chair you see in the images below is called “Spitfire” (being inspired by the famous British fighter aircraft) and is available for 995 $. Quite an impressive office set, wouldn’t you agree?- via The Awesomer Ready for more amazing design ideas? Check below ! Thinner – The Thinnest Desk just 6mm Elegant and Sophisticated: “The Lounger” from Hayon Studio Wing Lounge Chair Modern Home Office Desk – Arches Wall Mounted Desk Office White Desk Click here to connect with Freshome on or on

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