It is no secret that yoga is considered to be one of the most healthiest forms of exercise. Yoga is the ideal cool-down session after cardio training, or a great way to start the day to stretch out the muscles and tone the core.
However, what is lesser known are the benefits of meditation. Recently, a medical study by Harvard University found that meditation literally rebuilds our brain cells. Harvard's research showed that meditating on a regular basis rebuilds the brain's grey matter in just eight weeks. Helping the brain perform at optimum levels is the foundation for our overall physical and mental health, which makes the case for designing a Zen zone all the more strong.
All Hallows' Eve is just around the corner, on October 31st! The origins of this occasion date back 2,000 years, created by the Celts. These people lived in the area that is present-day Ireland, northern France and the United Kingdom. Their new year was November 1, and the night before, they believed the lines between the world of the living and deceased were blurred.
Ever since, Halloween has been a time to revel in the mysteries of the afterlife, but in the modern world this is a much more fun activity thanks to chocolate. And candy. Lots of it!
We often read in interior design magazines or decorating recommendation books that a 'pop' of colour is a great way to breathe some life into a space.
But where exactly is a good spot to add this pop of colour?
It can become tricky to decide this, especially since in order for the pop to truly work like a contrast it needs to be bright, eye-catching and bold. This is the only way it can stand out from the rest of the room's decor or colour palette.
With summer around the corner, those of you with a holiday home or bach might be wondering which house maintenance is needed for it before the family and friends move in.
Now would be a good time to start planning your to-do list for this purpose. Your list may include tasks as simple as getting some new bedsheets, duvets and pillows to update the space. On the other hand, you might need to give the walls another coat of paint to breathe life back into the bach.
As anyone passionate about interior design will proudly say, the way we decorate a space can have an positive impact on our mood and wellbeing. Your office desk or home workspace is a prime spot for laying things out effectively, using organisation and clever spatial management to boost your productivity levels and streamline your workflow.
Here are some tips for setting up your desk space with health and wellness in mind.
One of the joys of moving into a master bedroom is that it usually comes with a big, luxurious ensuite bathroom. Because it is connected to the bedroom, it can be a good design plan to have an overarching theme or 'flow' to both spaces so they are seamlessly joined.
Here, we will look at the latest design trends for master bathrooms. You'll be blown away by the relaxing styles that are being embraced by interior designers, making the ensuite an indulgent and calming space.
One of the latest interior design trends is to mix and match the old with the new in a tasteful way. For example, vintage oak tables are being used in dining rooms, but rather than using the matching carved oak chairs, designers are replacing them with contemporary white leather chairs with stainless steel legs and arms.
Here, we take a look at what makes this trending style so special, and how you can master mixing and matching for your own home's decor.
Playtime is fun, but it also has a much deeper importance for a child's development. A collaborative research project between a group of scholarly organisations, including Columbia University, Cornell University Medical College and Yale University, found that how ready children feel for school largely depends on the parent-child relationships forged within home-learning environments.
"Increases in a parent's understanding of play and ability to facilitate a child's learning predicted several positive behavioural outcomes in the classroom including increased independence and creativity/curiosity," wrote the scholars involved in the study.
When you first move into a shoebox apartment, it can be tricky to know exactly how to make the space shine so that it is as good as a show home. You will need to organise the rooms very carefully so that the spaces look roomy and airy. Achieving this can mean that you will always find these rooms welcoming, inviting you to spend time inside.
With these five decorating ideas and interior design tips, you might just be tempted to say "apartment, sweet apartment" and fall in love with your ex-shoebox apartment.
Fashion designers have often said that they think of themselves as artists. From sketching illustrations to sowing sculptural garments for the runway, big fashion houses such as Dior, Chanel and Prada have treated the fashion industry like a real life art gallery for showing off creativity and quality design.
Why not channel this world of fashion in interior design? Here are some decorating ideas to get you started.
Luxe curtains
Fabrics are, in many ways, the essence of the fashion industry. Dazzle your home with a variety of different luxe fabric curtains, some with reflective shimmering materials, others with pleats or some turned into Roman blinds. The Resene Curtain Collection has a wide range of curtains expertly chosen to match with our paint colours, so you can double the elegance with complementary walls and window coverings.
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