Senin, 18 April 2011

Minimalist design


The term minimalism is also used to describe a trend in design and architecture where in the subject is reduced to its necessary elements. Minimalist design has been highly influenced by Japanese traditional design and architecture. In addition, the work of De Stijl artists is a major source of reference for this kind of work. De Stijl expanded the ideas that could be expressed by using basic elements such as lines and planes organized in very particular manners.

Minggu, 17 April 2011

Wrought Iron Gates

Unlike traditional wooden gates and fences, wrought iron gates can immensely improve the security of your home. Since they do not rot or acquire damage during harsh weather conditions, you can be assured that they are always working properly. As long as you know how to take care of them, their hinges will always swing properly and their latch will always stay in the right place. They will serve as your first line of defense against burglars or intruders who can wreak havoc on your home.


Wrought Iron Trellis Benefits

Not only is a wrought iron trellis a great decorative element for your garden, it can also be extremely useful if you dislike a certain area or you haven’t finished working on it yet. If it is big enough, the trellis can mask any unpleasant view. Additionally, it can also divide your open space into different areas, so it looks more organized. The iron trellis can create an inspired transition from an area where you placed an iron gazebo and another area where you plan to use the barbecue or already have an outdoor kitchen.

An iron trellis fits in great in any style of garden. If you love British gardens, then iron trellises are a must; yet, you can mix them well with a contemporary style as well, providing you choose the right design – simple, straight lines and, eventually, geometrical clean shapes.

Finally, think well of the material you want your trellis to be made of. Certain materials do not resist in hot weather or against powerful winds. Consider the thickness of the product before purchasing it so you won’t have surprises later

Decorate With A Wrought Iron Trellis

A wrought iron trellis might be the best idea you could have when trying to enhance the beauty of your garden or even when you start decorating it from scratch. It is a great addition to almost any kind of style, but it fits best when in combination with wrought iron gazebos or benches.

This type of garden furniture will offer the environment a romantic, vintage air and can transform almost any landscape into your guests’ favorite place to hang around. When associated with creepers, your trellis will be a focal point to attract the eye if your garden is a large open space, without trees.



When choosing how to decorate your wrought iron trellis, you need to consider several aspects – well defined shapes or a savage aspect, whether it should look great in any season, if you want it to be complementary with your house or whether you want it to fade in the environment or to stand out and capture the eye.When you decorate your wrought iron trellis, each step should be easy and enjoyable. When you choose the adorning plants, try to consider how often you will use the garden or, more important, in which seasons you will spend some outdoors time. If you plan to use it only during summers, then it’s no use buying plants that lasts all year long. Unless you do that, you will have to maintain the creepers every season, even if you don’t enjoy them all year long. Moreover, the iron trellis can fit in great if you also have an iron fence in the same style or wrought iron gates and outside doors. You can unite the view by choosing wrought iron elements with the same motifs or with motifs that can be combined.

A great idea would be to associate your trellis with an outdoor fountain, to create an environment that appeals to all senses. The combination of flowing water with the soft murmur, green sparkling and solid iron gives a very inspired juxtaposition of extremes.