Welcome the sun with filtered light!

When sunlight peaks through tree branches to create rays of filtered light, I can't help but feel surrounded by absolutely mystifying beauty. However, as we approach midwinter, we don't get to see the sun as often as we'd like or witness streams of sunlight. But don't worry- the sun will come out... next season! So, when spring finally comes, welcome the sun into your home with warm, filtered light. Now is the perfect time for implementing an inundation of flowing streams of light into your home. Enjoy!

 Angled ceiling skylights allow for bright, beautiful light beams to burst in and brighten a bedroom.

 These 'floating' stairs slice the sunlight, creating streams that pour light into an otherwise dismal stair well.

 Filtered light doesn't always have to be fragmented light- the sunlight enters this home through textured, opaque windows.

All about the angles- the thick windowpanes set at drastic angles offers a a unique edge to this modern, earthy dwelling

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The House Is Alive with the Sound of Music!

Whether you have a Steinway or a Stratocaster, an upright bass or a piccolo, you have an instrument that enlivens your home with the sound of music- oh, how wonderful! Unfortunately, these instruments can take up space or be awkwardly positioned- which is not so wonderful. However, with just a bit of creativity and maybe some heavy lifting, you can effectively integrate your instruments into the interior of your home. Let your home sing a new song! Let your house live in harmony! Let your space be filled with sound! Need I say more? Didn’t think so. Here are some suggestions to creating harmony between your instruments and your space. Enjoy!

 A baby grand in your grown-up loft! The sheer size of this elegant instrument can be an issue when space is limited, but when placed strategically it can actually accentuate the space you have. As seen above, the piano is placed facing outward into the center of the room to keep the space feeling open. Also, the large rug beneath the piano helps divide the space while protecting the hardwood floors.

 You may have noticed the guitar in the previous picture just lounging in an arm chair: that’s neither safe nor stylish. How about storing your guitar in a way that you can display it, then play it? Hang your guitar on the wall and create a dual-media piece of art. Some assembly is required to ensure that the guitar is secured on the wall, but this clever storage strategy will save you space and the worry that someone may sit on or trip over your guitar.  

How about an upright piano in your uptown loft?! Coordinate the bench with the rest of your room simply by upholstering the top cushion with some durable, yet design-friendly fabric. You can always store smaller instruments or sheet music inside the bench to wisely use the given space. Also, the pair of blue lamps perched like songbirds on either side of the piano brings light and color into your music-filled room.