A practical function make these decorative fireplaces by Conmoto a true modern home essential. These built-in cabinets combine a fireplace and wood storage without compromising on comfort or style. The pair of vertical cabinets each measures 165 cm tall by 50 cm wide and 50 cm deep to suit any home – large or small. The dark cabinets feature large glass fronts and are complemented by brushed stainless steel hardware for a clean, contemporary look.
This contemporary home is a remodeling of classical 1950s ranch style house for a couple and their two children. It’s surrounded by secluded woods and its new exterior finishes were chosen by architects from U+B Architecture and Design to blend with the shadowed tree trunks around. The windows are designed to maximize views of all that surrounding nature. Because of sloping site the house has two stories on the one side and one story on the another. Between these two wings a large desk with a pool took up all the place. The interior become more open and light-filled thanks to removing of some interior walls. Materials that were chosen for interior design made it more natural and cozy.
If you are finding yourself either upgrading the office break room or busting out the dream kitchen, the Ariston Built-in Coffee Center ($2,150-$2,260) will make a fine addition. This in-wall brewing system can shoot out cups of coffee, espressos, cappuccinos, lattes, teas, or just plain ol’ hot waters and two at a time thanks to dual heating elements. Drinkers can customize each cup with a turn of a dial, and the built-in LED display lets you keep an eye on all the percolating action.
Ecobee has made it easier to be more green. Their new Smart Thermostat helps you save some dollars at the end of the month when the power bill arrives. It connects to your home network via WiFi, if you’ve forgotten to lower your heat after you’ve left your home, you can login online and adjust with the settings remotely. (more…)
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