Marbella in Spain has a very beautiful and very unique landscape – sea from one side and mountains from the other. La Concha is the most famous peak here rising 1200 meters above the sea level and hence a popular hiking destination. The difficulty is average so you don’t have to be the master of…
I have recently stumbled upon this article from Deacon Insurance which talks about very interesting facts about flats. I thought it might be a good idea to share them here with you. First of all, it is predicted that in 2050 the global population will be 9.8 billion (comparing to 7.6 right now). Most of the…
Are you looking to turn your sunroom into the space of your dreams? Oftentimes, the sunroom ends up being a neglected room in the house. This can sometimes have to do with its location, or with the fact that people don’t think it’s an appropriate space for entertaining guests. However, sunrooms, when decorated properly, can…
Concrete barriers. Ubiquitous. Innocuous. Versatile. Most of us walk past them every day without thinking twice, not appreciating these simple engineering features as the societal building blocks they are. Here are 21 ways in which the humble concrete barrier can be used creatively, practically and cost-effectively. Concrete barriers for protection Construction work Probably the place…
Whether you resent it or not, there’s no arguing that it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Unfortunately, as the holiday season approaches, hospitals around the country are preparing for the annual spike in injuries, brought on by seasonal activities, decorations and over-indulgence. From festive food causing burns, indigestion and stomach poisoning, to faulty…
When it comes to decorating your home with beautiful furniture and accessories, it’s never usually a case of ‘money no object’. However, unless you go down the bespoke designer route, how are you going to find all those quirky one-of-a-kind pieces that really reflect your personality and make your home stand out from the rest?…
I spotted this recipe during my recent trip to Bologna in Italy and absolutely love it. I generally love quick and easy to cook dishes and this one could be definitely described as such. Frittata is the omelet in Italian, but there are some nuances in preparation. Here is how to do it: Ingredients 6…
Windows and in particular their coverings are often overlooked in the home. This can be because they are considered more important to let light in or simply because they are forgotten when decorating. This can lead to some questionable decisions regarding the right window treatment for each room in your home. However, you can avoid…
Paris has so many interesting places that probably one year is not enough to see them all. During my last trip, I spent four days in this incredible city and one of them I dedicated to visiting the Louvre. Of course, for me as an interior designer, the most interesting part was architecture and interiors….
It’s unbelievable but it’s been already one year since I first came to Marbella in Spain. When I was looking for a place to settle, I planned to visit various cities around the coast. When I saw Marbella I instantly fell in love with it and decided that my searches will end right here. Marbella…
Interior design will raise the value of your home every time, and you need to have a list of steps that will make the house look perfect no matter what you have done. You could use the steps of the plan to change the way that you are managing the sale of your home, or…
Whether a loved one is backpacking through Asia, a friend is studying abroad, or you’re in a long-distance relationship, it’s always lovely to send or receive a care package. Filled with little carefully chosen and heartfelt items, or perhaps essentials that they’ve left behind, a care package can help to close the miles between you…