UPSCALE GARAGES

Garages are turning into much more than the unsightly, utilitarian place to store cars and lawnmowers. They are becoming the final frontier of the organized home, the new luxury space to be remodeled into a warm and inviting room.

15% of new homes have a garage large enough for 3 cars or more. As a result, garages are highly visible, often accounting for more than 40% of a home’s exterior face. We most often come and go from our house through the garage doors, and when the overhead door is up, people instinctively come through it to knock on our door, making the garage – rather than the front door – the gateway to our home.

This explains why the garage is graduating from the largest, most underutilized “room” in the house to a highly flexible space available for multiple activities. By adding insulation, HVAC, plumbing and task lighting, the garage is a room with endless possibilities. Changes include:

Innovations in overhead door design can bring a pleasing, coordinated look to what makes up a large portion of your home’s front façade.

Using ceiling space for overhead storage is a smart way to gain square footage.

Unused ceiling space can also be turned into a loft area. Endless possibilities for this “bonus room” include a lady’s hobby and craft room, a guy’s hangout room with TV and stereo or an exercise area for the whole family.

The traditional workbench area can expand into an intricately organized system with extensive options for configuration and cabinet finishes.

Along with painting or paneling the walls, flooring changes the look and feel of a garage. Advanced floor coatings and coverings make for easy clean up to avoid tracking dirt into the home.

And let’s not forget that the garage still remains the domain of the car. For those who work on their vehicles, installing lights in the floor is the ultimate luxury.

Another useful item is the motorized lift, making home car repairs and oil changes a breeze.

To house multiple vehicles, increasing the depth of your garage is an option, as well as overhead platforms which use vertical space to gain extra space.

Other ideas for remodeling your garage into a multi-use space include: walk-in storage closet, laundry room, shower, home elevator access, pet room and mud room. Your garage could be the answer to many space and lifestyle needs.

Here is a garage project we did that completely changed the appearance of their home.  Have the Mosby architects and designers help you imagine the possibilities by calling 314.909.1800 or contacting us here.

Caring for Your Overhead Garage Door

An overhead garage door is one of the most-used items on a home, yet we pay very little attention to it until it begins to have problems.
There are several maintenance tasks you can do to keep the garage door operating smoothly. At least once a year, lubricate the rollers and tracks with WD-40, lightly spraying the center of each roller and the inside of the tracks. If you have an automatic garage door opener, regularly change the batteries on the remote and outdoor keypad, and be sure to replace any burnt out bulbs on the garage door opener power head that lights the interior of your garage.
Check the automatic garage door opener for proper sensor operation. Raise and lower the door, and as it’s going down, roll a large ball under the door. The door should automatically rise back up. If not, the sensor needs to be adjust by a professional.
If the overhead door just doesn’t move as smooth and swiftly as it once did, it can be one of two issues: the automatic opener or the springs.  To determine if it’s the electric opener, simply disconnect the opener mechanism from the door. If the door glides smoothly in manual mode, then the problem is with the automatic opener. Consult the owner’s manual or call a qualified company to assist.
If you determine that the automatic opener is good then it’s a problem with the door itself. If you struggle to lift the door, then springs are most likely the culprit.

A simple test can reveal what’s wrong with the springs. Place your overhead garage door in the half open position, and ideally, it will stay there. But rather than hold that position, if the door continues on up, the springs may be too tight; if it slams to the ground instead, the springs are too loose, broken or worn out.
Springs can be adjusted or replaced but DO NOT try do this yourself. The springs of a closed garage door have over 100 pounds of kinetic energy waiting to be unleashed. Mess with them and it’s an accident waiting to happen. Only trained overhead door professionals should touch the springs of your garage door.
Be sure to take a look at the condition of the surface of garage door. Metal doors with a factory finish are much like caring for a car – wash it on a regular basis, and keep an eye out for scratches, dings or blemishes that could invite rust.  For wood doors, look for soft spots, blistering or peeling paint which indicate water damage and repair or repaint as needed. Also take a look at your wood door when it is fully open and horizontal with the garage ceiling; if you see it sagging in the middle, it needs to be reinforced or replaced.
Hinges, lock bars, and tracks can all contribute to a sluggish garage door, so it’s a safe and wise move to let professionals assess the situation. If you are experiencing any operational or surface finish problems with your overhead garage door – or are ready for a new one to update the look of your garage – let a Mosby Building Arts Home Consultant asses your garage door and help get it back on track! Call the office at 314.909.1800 or contact them here.

Modern Bathroom Ideas

Modern Bathroom Ideas

Modern Bathroom Ideas

You distinct you want to do a bathroom remodeling but you do not have a clue how it should look like. If you have a small flat bathroom in Novato or a large bathroom that needs remodeling you can draw upon this article some ideas that I consider useful for any home possessor that wants to make a home improvement, especially a bathroom remodeling.

Bathroom remodeling has some limits. Some of these limits ar set by its functionality. Another limit is set by the space that needs to be remodeled. Colors should be chosen under some restrictions, just like healthful ware shapes.

Modern is colorful

Modern bathrooms are colored. A smart color combination is the key of having a reposeful and joyful bathroom. Ceramic tiles can be mixed in bold combination’s like black and red, red and white, green yellow and black, white and orange, turquoise and white, lime and brown. Sanitary ware can be round, square, rectangular, or oval.

If you choose a square sink you mechanically have to buy square sink and bathtub. Always combine healthful ware that have the same shape. When you do your bathroom remodeling plan take care to match mirror design with furniture.

You can have a spa in your home if you have a large bathroom. You can relax daily in a whirlpool tub. If you place it in the center of the bathroom, be sure that it will draw everyone’s attention.

Wood in the bathroom

Most people think that wood and bathroom is non a good combination. But special treated wood can resist to condensation if it is properly maintained.

Wooden bathtub is a hit. Yellow, orange or white harmonize with wooden bathtubs. If you want a wooden bathtub for your bathroom you can choose wallpaper in one of the colours that I have mentioned above.

Beige and small bathrooms

Because space is a real problem, bathroom remodeling for small bathrooms has some limits. One limit is selecting the colors. To create the illusion of a bigger room, beige is a very good color option for small bathrooms. If you do non like beige, you can go for blue, pale green, soft yellow or even clear pink. Wall mounted cabinets ar recommended for small bathrooms.

Back to basics: natural materials

Ceramic tiles and wood is a simple combination that is very catchy in an urban bathroom. You can find stone bathtub and sink that have a unique design. Antique faucets are pop and do not need special installation care. If you choose this design complete it with earthly colored ceramic tiles. If you budget allows you to spend more money, marble is the best solution for back to nature bathroom.

Your bathroom should reflect your personality. If you are an active person, then vibrant colours should be on your wish list. If you have a small apartment bathroom in Novato and you would like it be jolly, pick colored accessories and you will see the difference. Bathrooms should be about relaxation and spending good moments. Remodel your bathroom to suit your needs and you will have spa experiences in the comfort of your own home.

From : http://www.moderninteriordesignideas.net/2011/06/22/modern-bathroom-ideas/

Modern Small Bathrooms

Modern Small Bathrooms

Modern Small Bathrooms

If you ar looking for information to convert your small bathroom into a luxury bathroom, then you have just got to keep reading. No matter what your level of skill or budget, it’s easier than you think to renovate your small bathroom into a beautiful, luxurious bathroom of which you can be proud.

There ar hundreds of different ideas on how to create the perfect small bathroom. You will need to consider the boilersuit design, your current décor and your budget before settling on the final plan. It’s easy to change the design of your small bath room by making small changes to mirrors, cupboards, showers and bathtubs.

However, you don’t even need to change tiles, mirrors or cabinets to bring about the perfect small bathroom. A cheap, quick plan would be to cover all uncovered plumbing. Nothing looks worse than painted pipes and exposed brackets under your basin. By fitting a vanity under your basin you can cover up the unsightly pipes and give your small bathroom a modern, quality look. The same goes for toilets. The exposed plumbing can make your bathroom cold and uninviting. A cabinet around your toilet and cisterna will instantly transform the look of the room.

Most small bath rooms lack places to hang towels and clothes. By determination matching towel rails and hooks you can improve the amount of space available. Nothing looks worse than towels fabrication on the floor and dirty laundry in a corner. Get rid of the laundry basket and hang up all the towels on beautiful rails for an instant bathroom facelift.

Another quick and easy bathroom upgrade is the paint scheme. Replace white paint or dark colors with a light pastel shade. Warm pastel colors make a small bathroom appear bigger and more inviting. Dark colours make a small bathroom feel even smaller. Be sure to use a good quality oil based paint with a built in mould inhibitor. This will ensure that you get years of enjoyment out of your upgrade. Don’t forget to paint the roof too. A new light fitting will complete the look.

Never underestimate the power of mirrors. Placing mirrors on the walls will help to make the room appear much larger. With the use of decorative frames, you can complete a luxurious bath room that will be a pleasure in which to spend time. Combine the use of mirrors with slim cupboards and vanities and you will make your small bathroom easier to move around in.

Do not neglect your light fittings. A lighting makeover will transform your bathroom. You can set the mood, accompaniment your colour scheme and provide perfect lighting for bathroom use. Remember to use fitting that are safe for bathrooms and ensure that all light bulbs ar fully enclosed to prevent accidents should the bulbs break.

So with a little planning, you can renovate your small bathroom quite well yourself. Be sure to set your budget before you start otherwise you run the risk of cost overruns. You can do most of the items mentioned here as simple DIY projects over weekends or after work. Make sure that you have all the tools you need before start a task. Most of the more expensive tools can be chartered quite cheaply by the hour or the day.

If you ar provision to be a little more ambitious, then get quotes from reputable contractors. They may just be able to do the job faster and cheaper than you. Have fun converting your small bathroom into a luxury one, you merit it.

From : http://www.moderninteriordesignideas.net/2011/09/15/modern-small-bathrooms/

Modern Bathroom Pics

Modern Bathroom Pics

Modern Bathroom Pics

In the last 10 years, the housing market in San Diego, California has seen a huge growth in the price of homes. In San Diego County, an average three-bedroom home was priced around $250,000-$450,000. This increase in home prices also led to the increase in commercial development and surrounding areas with entrepreneurs taking vantage of new homeowners. Disposable income was available for people to buy homes and to improve their existent homes.

Now, in current political times, the economy is not faring as well, in San Diego. Many people’s homes ar not worth the same price they paid several years ago, and many ar facing foreclosure sales. Because of this the commercial economy surrounding most neighborhoods is also being her because of the lack of disposable income now available.

Current homeowners who are in the market to sell their homes are looking for easy ways to improve the value of their existent residents. A few of the easiest ways to improve the value of your current home is, new carpet and a fresh coat of paint. When people ar look for a home they typically judge your bathroom and your kitchen area with more scrutiny than other rooms. Remodeling the kitchen or the bathroom is the best place to spend your remodeling dollars to get the return on investment required, when marketing your home.

An easy way to upgrade your bathroom is to paint your current bathroom vanity cabinets or place them. Painting your cabinets is comparatively straightforward, all you have to do is send them prime them and then paint your desired color. Many people are choosing to replace them entirely. In the last five years has been a huge influx of bathroom vanities to choose from. Purchasing a standalone bathroom vanity is comparatively cheap when compared to putt in new bathroom cabinets. Your savings on a new bathroom vanity versus new bathroom cabinets is about 50%.

Now years the Internet, makes shopping almost too easy, when looking for that new bathroom vanity. There are many new styles of bathroom vanities such as vessel sinks, modern wall hanging vanities, antique vanities, and double vanities. You can replace an average single vanity for about $1000-$2000. A double sink bathroom vanity costs ‘tween $2000-$5000. Where you protected the most costs is during the installation process. An average handyman or homeowner can install their own vanities and an afternoon, and you don’t have to be an expert to do so.

All that is required to install them is to remove your current bathroom cabinets and repaint the walls. Then slide in your new bathroom vanity and reattach all plumbing hoses and accessories. No cutting and no hassle. If you have any questions about your install can also contact the company you purchased the cabinet from.

During your bathroom renovation, you may also want to replace the bathroom light fixtures and your mirror and possibly your medicine cabinet. With new lights that are eco friendly, you can also cut down on your electricity costs, helping them pay for themselves over the next few years. By taking all of the fixtures in your bathroom into account during your remodeling project, you can transform almost any bathroom for a few thousand dollars over the weekend.



From : http://www.moderninteriordesignideas.net/2011/09/16/modern-bathroom-pics/

Bedroom Painting Designs

Bedroom Painting Designs

 Bedroom Painting Designs

Before you start painting your bedroom with your favorite color, you first need to know that there rules in picture your bedroom. Since this is your private retreat and is a part of the house that is least visited by other people, you can experiment and be creative about the decoration as well as the wall color. However, you should also follow the three basic rules in choosing the color for your room.

1. The first rule is the color family rule. For example, if you want to paint your room with the color blue, you should consider having a decoration inside your bedroom that will also have the shade of blue. This is called monochromatic schemes that is simple to do and very pop for most people. So, if you like a particular color for your bedroom wall, you should also get a shade of that color in as your lampshade color, your bed sheet color and also your picture frame color.

2. The second rule is the next door neighbor color rule. If you ar familiar with the color wheel, you will have an idea on what kinds of color you should put in your bedroom. For example, if you like red, then the
colours next to it in the color wheel will prove to be great combinations. If you choose red then you should also use the colors orange and violet. If you choose blue, then the colours green and violet can prove to be a great compounding and so on. This color scheme is called the correspondent color scheme.

3. The third rule is the Ying and Yang rule. Chinese beliefs suggest that you should have adequate Yin and Yang in your house. This means that there should be opposites of everything and this will admit the colors. And, this proves to be true. It can create a symmetrical environment that you will truly love. Most people love the basic black and white combination. You can experiment with different dark and light sunglasses of colors and determine which can provide you with a great looking bedroom.

These ar the three basic rules in providing a comfortable and restful environment in your bedroom. Be originative and you will definitely have dissimilar ideas on what colours you should paint your bedroom with.

from : http://www.moderninteriordesignideas.net/2011/07/14/bedroom-painting-designs/

Replis Sofa by Daniele Lago

 

Italian designer Daniele Lago has created the Replis Sofa. The concept of this multifunctional furniture comes from the idea of a fabric that functions like a human skin. Thanks to the internal mechanism, the user can lengthen and shorten the seat and the back rest. The user can also recline the backrest all the way to a horizontal position, converting the sofa into a bed for the night.

 

 The Replis Sofa was displayed at the Milan Design Week 2011.

From : http://thedesignhome.com/living-room-design/1354-replis-sofa-by-daniele-lago

Comb Bed by Florida Furniture

Comb is a dynamic and light bed designed by Italian furniture brand Florida. The bed has a special comb-shaped headboard with curved 45 degree edges. The round edges and chromed legs emphasis the light appearance of the bed. The design is very elegant and modern, combined with matching sideboard or tables the bed suits to any modern bedroom interiors.

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Comb Bed by Florida Furniture2

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From : http://thedesignhome.com/bedroom-design/1067-comb-bed-by-florida-furniture

Awesome Inspirational Restaurant Design

Being a restaurant owner would not hurt if you know what important things to watch out for restaurannya dlam choosing furniture, you understand better that what the type, design, color and material on the furniture will work best restaurant in your place. But there are always some techniques with the help of which one can improve the interior without sacrificing the beauty and save money without losing quality furniture. Among these options, one is the awesome use of tables and chairs designed specifically for restaurants.

Chairs and tables are designed in such a way as to look beautiful for your restaurant.chairs and tables are available in a fairly efficient type no one can judge that beautiful furniture can be seen as finishing and perfection.If confusion is left in your mind about assessing the furniture that matches then you can see pictures of the following and hopefully be an inspiration for you in choosing furniture restaurant.

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From : http://cutehomedesign.com/awesome-inspirational-restaurant-design.html

Ikea Kitchen Kabinets for Your Home

Here are Ikea Kitchen Kabinets for Your Home, First and foremost if you are going to having anything done to your kitchen using Ikea products you are going to need measurements. These measurements will make it easier to decide which of these products best fit into your future kitchen plans. Ikea kitchen products give you the flexibility of picking the cabinets you want and even the colors that suit your mood or taste. From sliding door cabinets to push and release doors the possibilities are endless.IKEA starting with a perennial favorite – the gorgeous pairing of high gloss ABSTRAKT White doors with the NEXUS Black-brown slab doors,contemporary trending toward modern.Let’s see the photos bellow for more details about this Ikea produk.

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From : http://cutehomedesign.com/ikea-kitchen-kabinets-for-your-home.html

New Ikea Kitchens 2012

The following is the IKEA kitchen in 2012, this is a beautiful IKEA kitchen products and has a bright color background as a symbol of freshness to your kitchen. Lime green appears to be a very important color this year, in KITCHENS, kids’ rooms, and furnishings.In this post i will give IKEA kitchen design information 2012.The new IKEA kitchen can be an inspiration for you to Decoration kitchen with green kitchen color.Let’s see Here some picture of modern ideas from IKEA 2012 IKEA Kitchens Catalog 2012 Sneak Peek.

New Ikea Kitchens 2012

New Ikea Kitchens 2012

New Ikea Kitchens 2012

From : http://cutehomedesign.com/new-ikea-kitchens-2012.html#more-1433

Home office design pictures selections

Home office design pictures selections

Home office design pictures. An open floor plan, natural light, movable furniture, informal meeting rooms and roomier home office design pictures will allow increase productivity and a better bottom line. Switching to a better home office design pictures enables employees to work better together and it maximizes the use of office space. Break free from cubicle design, use eco-friendly home office design pictures and identify existing problems to increase communication and maximize office space. Better home office design pictures will not only lead to better employee communication and output, but it also allows you to make a great first impression on other business associates and clients. See all home office design pictures here.

Home office design pictures selection

Home office design pictures samples

Home office design pictures sample

Home office design pictures

From : http://www.gorgeous-designs.com/home-office-design-pictures-selections/

modern home design

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From : http://homeinterior2011-2015.blogspot.com/2011/05/home-design-2011.html

beautiful home interior design with excellent

Here are several pictures of beautiful home interior design with excellent
The manufacturer of the room dividers shown below has a very wide range and variety of room dividers. They are available in hundreds of shapes, sizes and colors. Room dividers are an awesome way to decorate your home or any room. They have multiple purposes. It adds to the room decor as well for those who need some private space in a small house then it could bee easily achieved. It is not at all bulky and can be easily shifted from one room to the other. The different colors and shapes that they are manufactured in can easily help you find one suiting your room decoration furniture.


From : http://kebejan.com/modern-architecture/beautiful-home-interior-design-with-excellent/