AD is a treasure trove of homes that excel in design. This 600 sq.ft. renovated home in Mumbai featured in the latest issue of AD. I was floored by the space utilization concepts of this apartment in Mahim belonging to Nikhil and Rima Bhende. Before-after pictures alongside would have accentuated the breathtaking transformation. Location: Mahim Area: 600 sq. ft No. of rooms: Living, 2 bed rooms, kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a loft space above a bed room. Type: Renovation Who lives here : a family of 5 Time taken to complete: 6 months and 10 days A striking balance between functionality, aesthetics, and space utilization is best put to test when space is a constraint. With its brilliant design of clearly demarcating spaces and creating additional ones in the form of a loft takes it to a whole new level. When space is minimal, there is no room for clutter. What…
Planning to buying a old home and renovate it on a budget? Then this is for you. You will discover which interior designer to connect with, and garden, flooring and furnishing ideas. There’s something about taking a peek inside real homes. There’s a bit of suspense of what lies behind those doors, of how people dress their homes, and the excitement builds if the doorway is tastefully decorated. What I have for you today is the renovation of a 20-year old home in Vidyaranyapura, Bangalore by Jyothika Baleri of Destination Designs. Renovated homes are tricky and it takes trained eyes to see beyond what is obvious and unlock the potential. What to consider when renovating a home Typical questions that would arise in one’s mind are: does the house need to be demolished completely? what architectural features can I retain? how much of the wood can be reclaimed and put…
All you ever want to know is just a click away. Little wonder that encyclopedia companies have been struggling to stay afloat unless they have a cool digital version. And with most of us preferring to read a Kindle version or a clone, I find it a little strange that today’s post is centered around book cases. May be apt too for I don’t know how long they’ll last. In a few generations, they may become antiquated treasures. This a guest post by Andrea.
Is your bookcase in need for a makeover? Here are 5 simple and cost effective ways to update and make your bookcase look new again!
1. Refinish your bookcase- Maybe the color is looking dull or it doesn’t seem to coordinate with the room anymore. Make that bookcase into the statement piece it once was or has the potential to be! Whether your piece is solid wood or laminate, it will need to be sanded first, primed, and then painted. To stain you will need to sand, stain, and lastly apply a varnish for extra protection. If you have a metal bookcase you can spray paint it as shown below.
2. Wallpaper or Paint the back of the bookcase- The wallpaper can add texture and pattern to the space, not to mention everything on the bookcase will pop!
In continuation of yesterday’s discussion on replacing floor tiles in a bathroom, let’s estimate how much it will cost. For a modest bathroom of size 6 ft * 7 ft, here’s the estimate for replacing tiles: Labor charges for removing the existing tiles: Rs.15 per sq.ft (Hometown cost) Renting a machine for tile tile removal: Rs. 500. If you are hiring a individual contractor, then he may charge you for renting the machine needed to remove the tiles. Tile cost : Roughly around Rs. 1000 – 3600 for 3 boxes of 1*1 feet tiles. The starting price of a good tile is Rs. 22-23 per piece or sq.ft. while the average price of a good anti-skid tile is Rs. 42. 1 sq. ft tiles are available from Rs.22 to Rs. 80. The price goes up for a large tile from Rs.80 to Rs.150. Brands include Kajaria, Bell, Somany, and Nitco…