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Why Japanese Interior Design is Popular

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Our busy world, whose cultures seem to mesh more readily thanks to social media, is primed to open their doors to the relaxing and very zen style of Japan. There is a definite trend toward people buying smaller homes. Japan is a prime example of many of the statements mentioned above. Image Source: Butler Arms Den.

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Chinese Tariffs and their Effect on the Tile Industry

Architectural Ceramics

China has made it easy to develop quality porcelain-based subway tile and ceramic decorative wall tiles at an attractive price. Spain is probably the front runner after China for developing a tad more expensive decorative wall tile. If the mosaic is higher priced, it’s from Japan or Europe. Yup, almost all from China.

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Avente Tile Talk: Go Green with Tile

Tile Talk

Green is regarded as the color of eternal life in Japan. decorative tile. design trends. Decor Girl. As the emblematic color of Ireland, green represents the vast green hillsides, as well as the country.s patron saint, St. The Chinese believe jade stones represent virtue and beauty. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Flexible Space for Living and Relaxation in Namibia - Freshome

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Flexible Modern Architecture: Surprising Narrow House in Japan. 10 Things Nobody Tells You About Decorating A Tiny Apartment. 18 Fresh Interior Design Trends to Watch For in 2014. 15 Fresh Furniture Trends to Watch For in 2014. Small Apartment but Flexible by Setmund Leung. Flexible Robot Clock. advertise here.

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Inspired by Ancient Celtic Forts: MIKA 350 Pendant Lamp [Video]

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Named after Japans large [.] -->. Jewelry For Your Home Decor: Pod Luxe Pendant Light by Loz Abberton. 10 Things Nobody Tells You About Decorating A Tiny Apartment. 18 Fresh Interior Design Trends to Watch For in 2014. 15 Fresh Furniture Trends to Watch For in 2014. advertise here.

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10 Ways to Add Japanese Style to Your Interior Design

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Thousands of years steeped in tradition have influenced Japan’s architecture and interior design aesthetic, resulting in a serene and very cultural interior design. Since Japanese interior design has this tranquil decorating touch perfected, let’s look at 10 ways to add some of this becalming style into your home today.

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Le Coiffeur Hair Salon in Marseille Re-Imagines Dedicated Spaces.

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Gabled Roof-Shaped Hair Salon in Japan by Ryo Matsui Architects Inc. 10 Things Nobody Tells You About Decorating A Tiny Apartment. 18 Fresh Interior Design Trends to Watch For in 2014. 15 Fresh Furniture Trends to Watch For in 2014. For today we would like to present th [.] -->. advertise here.