Sunday, April 22, 2012

How To Creating a Feminine Bedroom

Although the majority of time in our bedrooms is spent asleep, during our waking hours it can also be a room of relaxation and retreat, provided we create the right atmosphere and ambience. Yet, so many of us overlook the bedroom and it becomes a place so full of "things" that relaxing becomes difficult. These "things", some of them necessary, some of them not, could be organised in such a way that helps to promote a better spirit of calm.
http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2010/07/68958-feminine-bedroom-r-x.jpgFor a bedroom transformation to occur, it's likely that there will need to be a good sort out and a ruthless examination of what might be cluttering the room. Do we need it? Do we use it? Have we even ever worn it? This will hopefully give you at least a little room to manoeuvre. Next examine the walls, floor and most importantly the existing furniture. You might need to make some tough decisions in your quest for a more feminine bedroom.
Once you have brought everything back to basics, you now have a canvas you can work with. In a more feminine bedroom, textures and colours are very important. For a scheme like this to work, carpets might be the best choice for the floors as they will instantly provide a softer feel underfoot. However, if you already have laminate flooring, a soft rug will also work.
At the time of writing, fuchsia is very hot and trendy as far as bedroom colours are concerned and this immediately gives licence to bring all of those extra tones of pink in. Flowery wallpaper will also add to the "girlie" look and there are some great large flower prints on the market. If you are looking to keep costs down, you could use the wallpaper on just one "focus" wall, perhaps behind the bed and use a complimentary paint colour on the other walls.
Bedding, cushions and curtains can all be fluffy or silky in texture and will enhance the womanly feel in the room. Prints with flowers are always a good idea and you definitely can't beat a few scented candles! Light fittings need to be delicate; chandeliers and light shades made of glass with tones of pink will enhance the look too.
Lastly and probably most importantly is storage space! In order for the room to feel soft and relaxing, the clutter, clothes and bedding need to disappear. Sliding door wardrobes are a fantastic option. They can be made to measure and will incorporate all your storage needs. They can also be matched to other pieces of furniture in the room and if you go for sliding mirrored doors then the room will feel more spacious and luxurious.
To learn more about sliding wardrobe doors and how they can improve the storage space in your feminine bedroom, please visit the website at Slide Wardrobes Direct.

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Popular Adiago Water Features for Your Business

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If you are looking to add the perfect piece of art to your business décor, Adiago water features are highly recommended. They go above and beyond your average piece of art, and create a focal point that even an exquisite canvas or carefully crafted sculpture can offer. They will make your space more inviting, comfortable, healthier and of course, beautiful. The biggest decision you have to make is choosing which one is right for you.
  • Whispering Creek - If you have a short wall, or if you need a small fountain in your entryway to greet people at the door, the Whispering Creek wall fountain is perfect. It may only be 22 inches wide, but it makes a great first impression.
  • Cascade Springs - This style is just 3 inches wider than the Whispering Creek one, but it is 54 inches high. Optional multi-color LED lighting is available, which is ideal if you intend on adding your logo, which looks exceptional on the silver mirror finish.
  • Sunrise Springs - Most people are so used to seeing vertical water walls that they forget, or don't even realize that horizontal ones are available. Sunrise Springs is ideal for nearly any space, especially a small waiting room, or placed behind a welcoming desk.
  • Deep Creek Falls - By far one of the most popular and desirable Adiago water features, Deep Creek Falls is one you buy when you really want to leave a lasting impression. It is massive in size, with your choice from six different materials and three frame finishes. Nine 50-watt halogen lights highlight the gentle curves of the cascading water for a magical display.
  • Reflection Creek - This is a nice size fountain to mount above a decorative table with brochures or products. It is small, but large enough to get noticed, and the mirror one only weighs 50 pounds of water, in case you are looking for one that is lightweight.
  • Inspiration Falls - Here is a smart choice for a vertical fountain, and by far one of the most popular for businesses that wish to add their name or logo.
  • Cottonwood Falls - When one vertical face of Inspiration Falls is not enough, but Deep Creek Falls is just too big, then this one should be just right. Cottonwood Falls is made up of two vertical faces placed side-by-side.
  • Harmony River - If you have floor space available where guests won't trip over it, Harmony River brings a sophisticated appeal to any space. An empty corner is a perfect location as well. It is available as a center and rear-mounted variety, so where you intend on placing it will play a role in choosing which mounting style will be best for you.

Friday, April 13, 2012

No lease accounting discussion this month

At the February meeting, the FASB & IASB directed the staffs to conduct outreach on the alternative expense recognition possibilities considered. The plan at the time was for results of the outreach to be discussed at the boards' combined meeting in April. The agenda for April has now been released, and leases are not on the list. So yet another month of delay for finalizing the revised exposure draft...

Monday, April 9, 2012

Bedroom Colour Schemes - Trendy in Taupe

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We might start off with the best intentions, but very often, with the passing of time, the colour scheme in our bedroom goes a little awry. Whilst adding essential bits of furniture, there are times when you simply couldn't find anything that matched your scheme. The longer this goes on, the sooner there is no semblance of a colour scheme remaining and it's time to start again.
Starting afresh can often come as a relief, as it's a chance to update and modernise, choosing colours that not only do you like but are also very much in vogue.
It's nice to have some colour in the bedroom but sometimes strong colours can overpower and be over stimulating, making the room feel smaller and not really the relaxing haven you would intend it to be.
Let's have a look at what can be achieved with the colour taupe (at the time of writing, a very popular interior design colour). Creating a taupe inspired bedroom can add taste, elegance and a feeling of luxury.
So, firstly what are you already working with? Do you have natural/neutral tones already in the room? Do the floorboards look natural? Do you have laminate flooring or maybe a carpet in a neutral shade? If so, fantastic! All of these will work well. If not, however, these might be good starting points and somewhere to build from.
What colour are the walls? If you already have existing creamy colours, you are off to a flying start. To begin to tie things together, paint a focus wall taupe and then hang prints on the other walls with "tan" and other light brown shades in them.
Soft furnishings and lights are always an important bedroom feature, so again, sort through what you already have and look around the house for items you can use before buying new. Things like throws, cushions, lamps and rugs. Items that didn't work in other rooms might work perfectly in your new scheme.
Then there's furniture! Anything with a walnut or teak essence will work and both of these sit well against creams and browns. If, however, your furniture has started to look a little rough around the edges, why not make an investment that will last many years and get some fitted wardrobes. Sliding wardrobe doors come in many different shapes, sizes, colours and styles meaning that you are bound to find something that works beautifully with your new colour scheme.
These wardrobes are often made to measure, meaning that regardless of the room dimensions, they will blend in perfectly. With the finishing touches complete, you can take a step back and admire your new trendy in taupe bedroom!