Architects office Studioplusthree has overhauled a traditional house in Sydney for a pair of musicians, adding a recycled-brick extension that features a projecting black steel awning. Situated in the suburb of Marrickville, Llewellyn House is a typical example of the Federation style that was prevalent in Australia at the turn of the 20th century. It was in … Read more
Philips has new Hue goodies for you, including one that detects movement. It’s actually not as creepy as it sounds. The company has announced more products for its Hue line of smart lights and accessories. The standout new gizmo is called Philips Hue Motion Sensor. It will allow Philips Hue users to automatically control their … Read more
Nest Thermostat looks good. It’s hard not to spot it on the wall and appreciate the simplicity of the design, compared to the off-white plastic thermostat of yesteryear. Nest has announced that the Thermostat is now available in three more colours, in addition to the stainless steel version that’s already available. The three new colours … Read more
The controls could be clearer but the Daewoo KOC9Q1T delivered a good all-round performance at a low price Specifications Type – turntable or flatbed: Turntable, Dimensions: 305x513x410mm, Stated volume: 28l, Turntable diameter: 324mm,Stated power output: 900W,Convection oven/grill: Yes/Yes Daewoo used to be a massive conglomerate making everything from ships to cars, but the original Daewoo … Read more
Many homeowners embarking on a kitchen remodeling project are excited about choosing from all the options for cabinets, appliances, and flooring. But before concentrating on color and style, the first consideration in a kitchen should be the functionality of the space. While these design details are important, they takes a back seat to usability when … Read more
A loft is usually a light, airy and spacious living solution, generally located in a disused industrial or commercial space. Its trademark features are high ceilings, large windows and virtually no dividing walls. Even if a loft is usually huge, it is a single open space and includes all the house’s living spaces in one … Read more
Most video baby monitors look like oversized webcams. The Angelcare 1120 looks a bit like an angel. All very cute, I’m sure you’ll agree. The left wing is the power switch, while pressing the right one turns the halo into a glowing night light. There might be a practical advantage to the design, though. Older … Read more
When it comes to improving a room’s mood, changing its lighting is often the simplest–and cheapest–solution. With the SMFX Bluetooth Smart Bulb, you can bring a rainbow of iridescent colours to your living space, and it’s controlled straight from your smartphone. On sale for only £22.49 ($29 USD), the SMFX Smart Bulb puts the power … Read more
Today, home security is fairly straightforward. If you live in a home that has an “alarm” you’ve got a bevy of motion sensors dotted around your house, a central keypad by your front door with a standard keypad to disarm it and a box on the front of your house that says “look at … Read more
The first thing that makes an impression in the interior decor composition is the dark, refined color tone of the premises. Combining sophisticated organic materials – muted brown Douglas timber, exposed concrete and black framing- the grayish palette of the contemporary interior layout contrasts dynamically with the fresh greenery and blue sky of the outside. … Read more