Living in Lofts

Posted by Jared on May 2nd, 2009 in Design Tips, Green Tech, Information, Remodeling, tips

Mother Nature can only take so much and if we had paid attention more to the people called environmentalists of the sixty’s or seventy’s or even nuts, we may not be suffering from the many extreme environmental changes we are now seeing and feeling all over the globe. But, as always, each and every person on earth doing something small can amount to a lot of help for the environment that seems to be on the verge of it’s limits. Simple upgrades from incandescent to CFL’s or even LED lighting helps reduce carbon emissions a lot if all the world’s homes and lofts simply took the time and spent more cash for the simple yet effective retrofit. As discussed with the previous two posts, going off the grid or a more realistic partial Continue reading this post…

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Posted by Jared on April 2nd, 2009 in Green Tech, Information, Remodeling, Safety, tips

Wind turbine technology has also improved considerably that a small roof-mounted wind turbine can also provide enough power to such small living spaces. The problem with most of them is the hardware and storage batteries which can amount to a lot, space of which is a premium. If ever there is a downstairs garage or ample storage space then space is of no concern. Some of the smaller wind generators can provide 400 to 600 amps of power easy, enough for a small loft. Most of the smaller types can simply be mounted directly onto the roof of your loft, without the need for towers and other supports. They are simple and easy to install and the cost will surely be offset in terms of savings from power you may otherwise have to pay for from the grid. Continue reading this post…

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Posted by Jared on March 2nd, 2009 in Exterior, Green Tech, Information, Remodeling, Safety, tips

Being small by nature and with all the open spaces, lofts are ideal for conversion to solar or wind power making them mean green living areas. Much of the openness of the modern loft and the split-level design is also good for wide open windows, with proper privacy screens that is for vanity’s sake. They also allow you to save big on cooling and heating, bouncing the harmful rays of the sun back to the exterior of the home and the cool/warm air inside the home. A properly installed and prepped window in the ceiling lets more light in, even on overcast days making life a bit easier. Solar panels can be Continue reading this post…

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Posted by editor on February 27th, 2009 in Bachelor Lofts, Information

If you like to entertain and have a lot of friends, one of the ways you all to bond and have a good time together is to host small, intimate parties. Since the space is smaller, it allows for better interaction between all the people in attendance, and the relatively small number makes it a party you can easily manage. Before the party, make sure that all the precarious decorative pieces are kept somewhere relatively safe, as more people simply means a greater chance for accidents to happen. You may also opt to have a small buffet table set up with food so people can just get what they want – no need for servers, as the party is relatively small; you can maybe have a person in charge of drinks and the other for food, so it doesn’t get too cramped.

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Posted by Jared on January 30th, 2009 in Design Tips, Information, tips

People who live in lofts are often faced with one big problem, windows. Though they are good for savings with lighting, but too much can make a loft too bright, straining your eyes and even causing some medical conditions. One can easily tame windows with commercial glass tinting products that are applied as a thin film of plastic with special coatings that allows enough light to get through, minus the damaging UV rays from the sun. Have the parts of your loft that need privacy installed with opaque tints that will keep your privates private. Heavy sunlight also has a knack of fading brightly colored things such as your favorite sofa and painting as if they were bleached laundry. Keep bright items in the shade or have some coverings you put onto them when not in use, Curtains are good but will require hefty bills when time comes to wash them for large windows require large curtains.
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Posted by editor on December 30th, 2008 in Design Tips, Gardening, Information, tips

Typical of lofts, windows that span from top to bottom giving you unimpeded view of the outside and the outside inside… you get the picture. This is good for lighting for it lets in a lot of natural light but kind of a nuisance in terms of privacy. Curtains would surely be out of the question due to the huge size of the windows so choose privacy films instead. They are usually applied by professional installers that renders the glass opaque, letting in light while blurring everything out enough to get enough privacy.
You can use curtains or even rolls of fabric that you can creatively drape over some parts of the window to make it more artistic. Think of adding a few plants to help with a bit of climate control like potted ferns and miniature trees

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Posted by Jared on November 26th, 2008 in Interior

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To create an ambiance that oozes with warmth, strategically place scented candles around the room and group tea lights to add soft light. A modern collection of paintings, posters or drawings may appeal to your artistic side but might look disorganized to a potential buyer. Thoughtfully placed shelves are a fashionable way of exhibiting photos, vases, candles and pieces of artwork. Check out also your child’s bedroom. Since not all house buyers have children, it is essential to make the child’s room “adult-friendly”. It can easily be turned into a guestroom or an office. So, it would be great if you could paint the bedroom a nice neutral color.

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Posted by Jared on November 19th, 2008 in Imp @ja

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* 明確に計画を立てた上でスペースを分割して下さい。 ロフトの周りを歩いて生活と寝室の場、また食堂に最適な場所を決めて下さい。しかしキッチンとバスルームが何処で、窓がどう配置されているかを忘れてはいけません。

では、仕切りとして二役を演じる本棚やテーブルのような家具部品を使って、部屋を別々に分割して下さい。 その他、つい立、または部屋の仕切りにもなります。 指揮台などにベッドを置いて他の部屋と分けることも出来ます。 また、天井から織物の間仕切りをぶら下げて、間に合わせの仕切りとしても使用することが出来ます。 気に入った装飾スタイルを選んで下さい。 あなたのロフトの色の基調は何ですか。 中間色と鮮やかな色を上手く混ぜてもなお良い印象を与えるような部屋にするのはあなた次第です。 殆どのロフトがコンテンポラリーな装飾スタイルを選んでいます。 ステンレス製の家具と混ぜて、木や石などの自然素材を使うのはいかがでしょうか。 一つか二つの植物を置いて、生活スペース を優しい雰囲気にして下さい。家具と付属品。ロフトで使用できる最良の家具の類は、機能的かつ美的価値の ある物で、例えば下部に沢山の収納スペースが有る上げ底タイプのベッドです。背の高いドレッサーも収納や仕切りとしても良いでしょう。キャスター付きの家具類も、場所から場所へ動かす必要がある場合、移動させやすくロフトでは便利です。

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Posted by Jared on October 8th, 2008 in tips

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* Define then Divide the Space. Walk around your loft to determine the best spot for the living and sleeping area and the dining room but don’t forget where the kitchen and bathroom are and how the windows are arranged.

Now you can divide the room into different areas using furniture pieces like a book case or tables that will double as dividers. Other choices would be screens or room dividers. You could try putting your bed on a raised platform to separate it from the other rooms. You can also hang fabric screens from your high ceilings which doubles also as makeshift dividers. Choose a decorating style you want. What is the color motif of your loft? It is up to you how to successfully mix neutral and bold colors and still create a pleasant effect. Most lofts go for a contemporary decorating style. You can use natural materials like wood and stone blended with stainless steel furniture. Throw in a plant or two to soften the look of say, your living area. Furnitures and Accessories. The best kind of furniture you can use in lofts are those that have a functional as well as aesthetic value like a platform bed which has lots of storage area underneath it. Tall dressers are also good for storage and as dividers. Furniture pieces with wheels can also come handy in your loft for easy maneuvering in case you need to move furniture from one area to another.

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Posted by Jared on September 8th, 2008 in Design Tips, Furniture, Information, Interior, space, tips

Having problems trying to keep your condo neat and clutter-free? Here’s some tips to organizing your space:

Make a commitment to live clutter-free. If you haven’t used it, or even missed it in a year, then you don’t need it. If you don’t need it, sell it, give it to charity or throw it out. And if you don’t know where to put it, don’t buy it. Remember, less mess, less work!

Maximize your space by installing built-in closets and shelves. Make every inch count! Buy those plastic boxes which come in all sizes, they can go under the bed, in place of a coffee table, etc. Invest in drawer organizers and closet savers.

Choose furniture that can do double duty. There are a lot of cool, new furniture in the market today that are designed to have multiple uses. Such as an ottoman that can be a coffee table, extra seating and has room for storage. Or sofa beds that can transform into a comfy bed at night, with storage space for beddings. Or dining tables that can expand to accommodate extra guests.

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