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Whether you’ve just moved or are looking for a quick, little home pick-me-up, or perhaps something more significant, there are some well-known interior design tricks that designers employ that you too can easily do with minimal effort and cost.  Sometimes the smallest things make the greatest impact. It could be the addition of a mirror, a painting, a lamp or even a plant. Maybe you want to soften your walls, brighten a room, or add some warmth to your living space. Take a look at these clever design tips and see how they can inspire you!1. Paint smaller rooms in softer, lighter colours to help make the room feel larger.The living room above is a great example of how to maximize a small living space. A room of this size has the tendency to seem cramped, but the large windows, light coloured walls and ample use of mirrors not only reflect the natural light pouring in from the doors and the windows but the use of mirrors also gives the optical illusion of space, making the room seem larger than it actually is. Conversely, darker colours will make a room feel smaller. Even with the abundance of natural light and the strategic placement of the mirrors, this room in a darker shade would have a more boxed-in feel to it.2. Use decorative mirrors to add instant light to your living space.As seen above, mirrors can also be used to make a small space feel larger. For larger rooms, or any room with a more limited amount of natural light, mirrors placed directly across from the windows, will add instant light. Decorative mirrors can also be used in lieu of art to fill empty wall space. Large or small, mirrors add light and dimension to your living space.3. Mix it up. Mix up patterns and textures. Mix up old and new, expensive and inexpensive. There’s nothing wrong with placing family heirlooms alongside your modern couch. All good interior decorators will tell you that the most important aspect to decorating your home is that it reflects who you are, your personality and your style. The antique Chippendale desk that was your grandfather’s tells a story. It tells the story of your past. The modern couch you fell in love with and simply had to purchase also tells a story, your present story, and there is no reason why the present and past can’t co-exist beautifully together. The same can be said for art. Now you might not want to place a painting by Salvador Dali on the same wall next to a Monet, but there’s no reason why they can’t be in the same room together. With fabrics whether it be furniture, rugs or pillows, varied colors and patterns can bring warmth and texture into your living space.4. Slip into something a little more comfortable!Slip covers often get a bad rap but they are truly wonderful things. They can serve as a  means of changing your furniture’s look to reflect the seasons. These easily removed coverings allow you to have a sophisticated look without constantly worrying about people dirtying or spilling on your furniture. Slip covers are ideal for rooms used frequently by children. Above the white slip-covered couches gives the air of a casual, comfortable, easy yet sophisticated elegance.5. Wicker basketsWicker baskets are an economical and elegant way to add storage to any room. Baskets can be used to store and display books, architectural and decor magazines, toys, towels and blankets to name a few. Place a couple of small wicker baskets on the counter-tops in your kitchen to beautifully display and store your fruit and vegetables.6. Use what you already have to decorate.We all have items in our possession, probably packed up in boxes somewhere and haven’t given them a second glance. Your home needs some accessories. Instead of running to the store, take a good look at what you already have. Trays, wooden, acrylic, metal or silver can be placed on top of luggage racks, tea carts, trunks, bedside tables and coffee tables for extra texture and dimension. Arrange candles on them, frames or pile books on top of them. Plates can be hung to create wonderful wall art. Art from children’s books can be framed and hung in nurseries, children’s rooms or their bathrooms. You will be amazed at what you can do with what you already have!7. Add a hanging pot holder to your kitchen.Kitchens are meant to be warm and inviting. We spend much of our time in them whether it be for preparing meals, serving meals or entertaining. A hanging pot rack is useful elegance. Kitchens are meant to feel as though they are in constant use and a hanging pot rack certainly makes one feel this way. In addition to looking so wonderful, (there are many sizes and styles available) additional cupboard space below is now freed up to store other items. Seldom has anyone complained of having too much storage.8. Go green.Add plants to your living space. Add them to every room, small or large, few or many. Plants are an inexpensive means to accessorizing your space and adding color and texture. Not only are plants beautiful but many can clean household air and balance humidity. They can absorb pollutants and remove harmful gases from the air. No home should be without these wonderful greens!9. Paint or wallpaper your bookcases.This instant pop of color will brighten and re-energize any room! It’s amazing how something so simple as a coat of colorful paint can instantly energize and transform your space. This built-in bookcase would be simple and ordinary without the bright blue interior. Perhaps the simplest and most inexpensive way to transform a boring space is to apply a coat of paint somewhere unexpected. Bookcases are an ideal place to start because you don’t need to paint a large area. Other fun places to add a pop of color include painting fireplace mantels, the insides of closets, hallways and ceilings.10. Use area rugs to soften hardwood floors.Throw rugs give warmth and can add great texture, color and personality to your living space. Hardwood floors are beautiful and easy to maintain but they lack the comfort that carpeted floors offer, especially in the cooler months. Area rugs can add fun and functionality to your living space. Use several of varying patterns and fabrics together to showcase your character. Or add several rugs of the same pattern and fabric, or different textures but the same color. The possibilities are endless. You can change your area rugs to reflect the seasons using warmer tones and fabrics for cooler months and lighter ones for the warmer days of the year. There are many lovely cotton, washable area rugs which are ideal for those homes with children. There really is no reason why a home with young children cannot also be a stylish one.

The magnificent gateway that welcomes the Arabian Sea at the doorstop of Bombay. The Gateway of India. I am mesmerized by the grandiose structure. For me it is the confluence of the gateway and the Arabian Sea. Their love ever since it was built remains firm. The waves in the sea sometimes ferociously, sometimes gently kiss the Gateway. One can stand for hours to see this immortal affair. The elegant promenade have tourists throughout the year. The witness of this association the sun, the wind, the birds, the people, the hustle and whistle of the boats. The Gateway of India is an arch monument built during the 20th century. The monument was built to commemorate the shoring of King George V and Queen Mary at Apollo Bunder on their visit to India in 1911. The Gateway served as an entry and access to India. The Gateway was opened on 4th December 1924 by the Viceroy (to the public) that makes it 94 year old. For me the love for the place started ever since, I was a child. A very fond memory of my childhood relates totally. I visited the Gateway of India with my maternal grandmother, throughout the visit sitting in the car Naani was singing “Ye hai Bombay Meri jaan “. When you love something you tend to know more about it, hence my indulgence in the history of the place came naturally. The Architectural magnificence of the place really helped me understand it better. The monument design is a combination of Hindu and Muslim Architectural style with that of the English Gothic style. The Architectural style is called Indo-Saracenic and Roman Triumphal Arch Type. Notably George Wittet and John Begg were two men responsible for the evolution and subsequent popularity of the Indo – Saracenic style of Architecture style. Willet is also known to have designed few of Bombay’s monumental landmarks like The Prince of Whales museum, The Institute of Science. The Wadia Maternity Hospital, King Edward Memorial Hospital, the Grand Hotel. The Small Causes court at dhobitalao and the Bombay house which houses the Tata Sons. The Scottish Architect George Wittet was able to sanction his final design in 1914. The structure is made of Yellow Basalt and indissoluble concrete. The Central dome of the monument is about 48 feet (15 meters) in diameter, with a total height of 83 feet (25 meters). The intricate latticework gives the designs a marvelous look. Latticework is openwork framework consisting of a criss – crossed patterns of strips of building material, typically wood or metal. The design is created by crossing the strips to form a grid or weave. The Latticework is carved on stone in The Gate of India .The Prominent Feature of Gateway of India are the 4 turrets’. On each side of the arch, there are large halls with the capacity to hold 600 people. There are steps constructed behind the arch of the gateway that leads to the Arabian Sea. To summarize my appointment with the Gateway of India the song “Ae Dil Hai Jeena Mushkil  Yahan….. Ye hai Bombay Meri Jaan”. Happy or challenging but you can’t live anywhere else once you have lived in the city of dream Bombay.  

Modern Luxury Bedroom Guide Bedrooms are more than relaxing home areas- they are our sanctuaries, and the place where are spending as much as one third of our entire lives. This is why luxury bedrooms interior design makes sense for all of us, regardless of our interests and possibilities. It is at the same time why all styles and design schemes pay the most attention to luxurious bedrooms ideas. We prepared a modern luxury bedroom guide to help you give yours a face lift, be that the master relaxing hub or your child’s sleeping area. Our functional and effective tips cover all aspects from bedroom design, starting with the walls and setting arrangements, and moving all the way to choosing proper luxury bedrooms furniture.The Fashionista’s Bedroom If it sounds like you, wait no more: Prepare the bedroom for a walk in wardrobe, or consider a vintage boutique in case space doesn’t allow fancy experiments. Bedrooms are also made for clothing and beautifying, so consider this their main function alongside sleeping and resting. The bedroom must be arranged in a way that accommodates all of your belongings, so think of ideas that would maximize storage estate, mirrors, and inspirational murals. A cool and modern idea is to use open rails for your clothes, so that your attire and valuable collections would be visible to everyone. An antique vibe with cabinet perfumeries and oval mirrors will also do, and so will everything you perceive as stylish. The super-modern bedroom Modern is often associated with creative, and you will easily recognize such a person looking to change the design display settings and add something personal to them. A good example of simple and prone-to-change design is the Swedish one, based on the idea of making space as functional and simple as life should be. Swedish bedrooms are distinguishable by simple color blocks and straight-cut lines and of course the lack of clutter that you can’t miss  looking at them. Swedish designers also prefer high-gloss finishes, striking contrasts, and creative storage arrangements, and these are all great suggestions for those looking to create an up-to-date bedroom. The romantic bedroom Bedrooms have other functions except of sleeping, and for some of you, these may be the most important to consider for a great makeover. Whatever you intend to use the bedroom for, don’t hesitate  to make it charming and luxurious, but make sure you preserve its calmness and are still able to rest there. Your bedroom can be anything you want it to be dash; a cozy boudoir, a comfort castle, or even a passion palace. This will depend mostly on the colors you using, as well as rich textures and luxurious fabrics including satin and the essential velvet. Bedrooms like these also deserve scented candles around, heavy curtains on the windows, ornamented accessories, and remote light you can adjust to the situation. For some extra and inexpensive coziness, fill the space up with cushions and sentimental memorabilia. The minimalist bedroom Bedrooms are the zones at our homes where order matters the most, but unless we bring arrangements to the bare minimum, there will always be work to do. This is why some people take things in their hands, and ensure there are few elements in their bedroom that would make them feel discomforted or concerned. Their bedrooms are called minimalist bedrooms, and are recognizable by calm and neutral tones, hidden storage solutions, and a really carefully chosen modest furniture set. The bold and vivid bedroom For some of us, relaxation is something different than sleeping. Think of people with creative types of escapism, such as painting, or dancing to their favorite song, and you will easily guess what your bedroom needs. Bedrooms are cut to respond to such expectations, even if this means painting them with bold orange and audacious green, or bringing in some textures that make you feel energized and alive. The choice is up to you. The readers bedroom Readers tend to feel even more attached to their bedrooms, and consider those to be private haven where no one other than their partner should ever have access. This is where they read a good book or listen to a good song, and do the impossible to make the place cozier and more relaxing. Often, they use bedrooms as private libraries, where they arrange book collections in creative ways to turn this affection into a piece of visual delight. The sleepers bedroom At the end of the day, that’s what  bedrooms serve for sleeping! Nowadays, most of us are too busy to enjoy the comfort, and would appreciate a place comfortable enough to shut their eyes and fall asleep immediately. In a scenario like this, go for natural and warm tones that please the eyes, and make sure you will get just as much sunlight as it would be pleasant early in the morning. Choose simple furniture pieces and soft them up with cushions, and replace traditional lighting fixtures with dim and remote ones. Ending thoughts Your age, style, or cleaning habits won’t determine  how your bedroom should look when it comes to your personal relaxing haven, you are free to introduce all changes and details you believe could make you love it more. At the end of the day, the bedroom is the only place you won’t ever  have to share with visitors, so make sure it suits you and not some of the fancy design suggestions you discover around. Are you looking to remodel your bedroom professionally? If you are, do you find it difficult to find what pleases you or your partner aesthetically? Then feel free to grab your partner and explore our site. We have dozens of luxuriously decorated bedrooms. There are more than enough modern bedroom design ideas throughout our website with a variety of modern bedroom furniture implemented into each design. There are hundreds of ways to design your own luxury modern bedroom. The concept can be quite daunting and intimidating, but our professional, luxury designs will help you tremendously. You will see a huge array of different luxurious bedroom furniture including beds, blankets, stands, end tables, curtains, other draperies, floors, as well as countless color schemes. Use the online Div Table styler for creating grid layout on websites because the traditional HTML tables are outdated and not responsive. 

Interior Networkers brings to you this week a closing chapter to its monsoon maintenance of house interiors. This week we drift towards a more energy related topic, to cleanse your house of any negative energy, as the water pours from the sky let us detox your home and bring in good fortune. To tap into the benefits of the monsoon season, here are a few Vastu Shastra tips to consider for your home interiors during the season. According to Vastu Shastra, you can keep the doors and windows facing the north-east open after the first few showers to allow positive energy to flow in. The natural flow of rainwater in this direction can bring good luck by altering negative vibrations. However, do not allow rainwater to enter through the south-east and south-west direction as there could be a strong energy clash considering the south-east direction is known to be governed by the element of fire. Therefore, waterproof parts of the house in this direction that are prone to leaks. Fixing leaks will prevent ill health to prevail in your home, as per Vastu.Placing a hanging basket with a four-leaf clover in front of the door or near the window will bring in good fortune.As part of making your house monsoon-ready, it would be best to have pest control done at your place, especially near the drains in the kitchen and bathrooms. Pests and termites are usually carriers of negative energy.If you have unattended wires at home, it would be advisable to get them fixed before the rains. if there’s a faulty wire in the house, do not neglect it. In addition to posing a health risk, exposed wires can also fuel negativity in a space, according to Vastu.According to Vastu, the burning of camphor can purify the air during monsoon. The strong fragrance of camphor is loaded with healing properties, thereby filling your home with positivity. Also, mopping the floor with boiled neem leaves will clear your space of negative energy.Vastu prescribes where plants can be placed to extract the maximum benefit from them. Planting lemongrass, which is known for its medical properties, near the window or in the garden will remove impurities from the home and its surrounding areas.  Hope these tips help you set your interiors right this monsoon season! Stay with us for a brand new series next month!

Often times we forget while designing our house that we live in the Augmented Age. That without our tech gadgets we are virtually as well as actually powerless, and with it we are limitless. So why is it that their place in our home is still struggling to exist? We have tables to put are laptops on, but no place to put the phones when they charge. All sockets are singular and are used for an array of activities. This month at Interior Networkers we are covering these little things that we miss when decide to renovate / decorate or even design our house. This week’s topic? Charging! Utility drawer We all have one of these drawers in the kitchen / study / bedroom and probably even the living room that are full of phone and laptop chargers – some call it the ‘dumping drawer’. And we can bet you’ve run out of power points in these rooms at some stage and have had to unplug your charging phone or tablet to plug in elsewhere. Free up a drawer in your room, by using that same ‘dumping drawer’ to actually charge your gadgets in. And its not just your drawer, you can build in your chargers points in your cupboard, overhead cabinets, and even inside your bed side table! The magic of these lie in the idea that your phones/ laptops are not out, when not in use and charging. Therefore very easily avoiding all dust, pollution and most importantly heat! Defined cupboard Now when we come to wifi routers, and cables of similar kinds: its difficult to put them in drawers since they need to have place for their longer wires and cables, if you mix these up with your phones and laptops there is again a chaos that ensues among them. So how can you put these away? A separate cabinet is always advisable, and little details in the cabinet that lets you coil the cables away and pin them inside properly. Table accessories And finally, when you’re a forever desk worm- you may need to keep chagrining your phone/ laptop all day round. A desktop accessory with a hidden spike guard is the way about it. It can be a pen holder or even a large memo pad with a clock on it! Anything smart will do the trick! Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below! Keep up with Interior Networkers to know about other Interior Tech Design ideas!

 How to Decorate a Small BedroomTo turn your snug bedroom into a dreamy retreat, use these sophisticated small bedroom ideas and decorating techniques and clever storage.Here are some tips that will help you to decorate a small bedroom. Create a Focal PointEvery room needs a focal point, an eye-catching spot that establishes a hierarchy so you don't see just a jumble. Many times, the focal point is the head of the bed, which you can amplify with an arrangement of bold pillows. When organizing small spaces, your eye might also be attracted to the window. Rather than let these two strong elements compete for attention, place the bed in front of the window to meld cohesively. Or, dress one element—the bed or the window—neutrally, so it recedes and the other can take center stage. Keep Things OpenIt might be tempting to buy the biggest bed possible to feather a luxurious nest. But doing this in a small space tends to cause a more cramped feel. Instead, choose a bed with small stature that won't choke the room, such as an iron bed with a see-through headboard and footboard . Or pick a bed without footboard at all, such as a platform or storage bed . Doing so will keep the middle of your room open, making it feel larger.Be BoldThere are two ways to organize a small bedroom: You can make it dark and cozy with saturated berry reds or chocolate browns. Or, you can boost daylight with barely dressed windows and a light-bouncing color on the wall, such as cloud white or sunshine yellow. Either way, don't take a weak approach. You can be bold in a small space without risking too much money or effort.Sneak In StorageWhen decorating small bedrooms, every square inch is potential storage. Sure, you can stash sweater boxes under the bed, but if you boost the bed frame on blocks and add a voluminous skirt, you can hide a set of luggage under there. Place a storage ottoman under the window to hold extra bedding. Use a chest as a bedside table to gain drawer space. When it comes to organizing a small bedroom, make the most of your closet with an organizer system. And look for wall space where you can hang a bookshelf. Use punchy fabrics and expressive patternsLook for ways to make your small bedroom special. Decorate a bedroom with punchy fabrics and expressive patterns. Choose interesting lighting, such as a charming chandelier or sculptural table lamps . For a small bedroom idea that makes a statement, try an unusual headboard: Pick one that is extra tall, brightly upholstered, or curvy. And use artwork to show off your personality. It doesn't have to be pricey -- framed snapshots will do. Remember, this is the most personal space in your home, so decorate a bedroom with what makes you happy. Embrace natural lightYou may want to rethink your black-out window treatments . Embrace natural light, which will help a small bedroom feel light and airy. Layer drapes and light-blocking shades for style and optimal light control. Think TallHere's a small bedroom idea with staying power: Hang window treatments closer to the ceiling to make a room feel taller. Don't believe us? Have a partner hold up curtains to give it a try. It's amazing to see the instant change such a small fix can make. Bedside MannersBe smart about storage when decorating a small bedroom. Employ a nightstand with drawers and shelves and install a floating shelf above for extra storage in a small bedroom. Consider room organizers for small rooms for maximum clutter control. Soft EdgesWhen decorating a small bedroom, go for furniture with rounded edges. It will take up less floor space and help widen walkways. Half-circle nightstands and rounded ottomans with hidden storage compartments are the perfect small bedroom accessory. Layers of StyleYou may need to defy convention when it comes to design ideas for small bedrooms. Specifically, get creative with the furniture layout! In this room, the bed slightly overlaps the two windows, but the placement provides ample walkways. Just be sure to move furniture several inches away from the window to make room for blinds and curtains. Use the Cube solver program to calculate the solution for your unsolved Rubik's Cube. 

Interior Networkers strings together for your homes wallpaper décor that would bring in light and shun out darkness. Set the mood in the right style by papering up your space: DICTATES STYLE: While wall color encourages mood, designer wallpaper design does this and a bit more. Visually, it offers a direction towards a particular style. A damask print perfectly denotes a traditional bedroom just as a honeycomb one does for a contemporary dining room or an ikat one for a global style living room. ADDS DRAMA: Without having to invest in expensive art or lighting, designer wallpaper is a great way to enhance a room design with a bit of dramatic “wow!”. Whether a marbleized pattern with shimmering gold splashes or a whimsical forest motif, wallpaper can really wake up a space through color and art. COVERS DOORS CREATIVELY: Let’s not over-look doors as surfaces with covering potential. Get creative by using wallpaper on door panels for a varied look. And those outdated sliding mirrored closet doors? Cover them with removable adhesive wallpaper like this orbit small metallic one as a modern alternative. BRINGS IN NATURE: Adding an element of nature is not limited to placing a lovely fig leaf tree in the corner. Floral prints can evoke a colorful spring garden in the living room while a verdant fern pattern gives the home office a sense of calm. INVITES ACCENT WALLS: Accent walls play a key role in enhancing a room design. Offer another layer of color and pattern wallpaper on a prominent wall, a niche, or chimney wall for added interest. Textured wallpaper goes above and beyond with another design element added. Set your rooms apart with this new trend, leave behind the paint and bring forward the innovation in design with interior networkers:: paper up your walls this Thursday!

Interiors today want to declutter to the maximum, especially if we look at homes: the purpose of building a home in a megacity in the twenty first century has become increasingly about saving space. People do not care for opulent furniture anymore, they do not want the most expensive fabric enveloping their sofa set. They want freedom to move around their home, and live a stress free life. Decluttering invariably equals to stress free living.Today, we’re covering homes: how can we store it smart at our homes?1. Shelves behind a sliding mirror panelStow away your bathroom clutter on shelves that are built behind a sliding mirror panel. You can check yourself out and keep the bathroom clutter in check at the same time. 2. PegboardGoing for the industrial style? Interior Networkers totally recommend using a large pegboard as storage. It’s a great choice for the kitchen, because of how versatile and stylish it is. You can hook up your wares and utensils to make it easier to reach for them when you’re doing your cooking. Install shelves on the pegboard to use as a display stand for your dishes or décor.3. Platform storagePlatform storage is great for smaller spaces as it takes full advantage of the square footage. It’s a good choice for storing things that are not frequently accessed, such as bed sheets, winter clothing or extra cushions. The raised height is also great for defining a space, and if placed next to a window, also helps to maximise the outside view too!4. Cubbies surrounding your sofaInterior Networkers loves them particularly for books and display items. Surround your sofa with them to make the most out of a popular “dead space” and create a little cozy enclave in your living room. This cubby design is brushed with gold accents to elevate the look from ordinary to fabulous.5. A TV feature wall that doubles as storageA full-height, wall-to-wall TV feature wall also doubles as a storage for media units, books and other bric-a-bracs. The pops of blue, against the matte black, is a stark visual contrast, while providing a uniformity with the hues in this home.6. Storage under the stairs: When addressing a duplexIf you’re lucky enough to get stairs in your home, make sure you make full use of it by incorporating storage underneath. The steps serve as natural dividers, so they help to keep your things organized.7. Bay window storageBay windows are great for creating this cozy reading nook. But if you aren’t much of a lounger or if you have very limited floor space, it might be more bane than boon. Incorporating an extra drawer above the seat of your bay window helps to make full use of this space.8. Indented shelvesIf you want things to look neat at home, recessed shelves are the way to go. They don’t take up as much visual bulk, but they can store plenty. Go for a glass front to turn indented storage space into an indented display cabinet.Stay connected with Interior Networkers, every Thursday for a smart interior design tip!

The Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford, Connecticut, was the home of Samuel Langhorne Clemens (Mark Twain) and his family from 1874 to 1891. It was designed by Edward Tuckerman Potter and built in the American High Gothic style.The Mark Twain House is in the Hartford neighbourhood of Nook Farm, where the Harriet Beecher Stowe House is also located. Samuel Clemens hired New York architect Edward Tuckerman Potter to build his 25-room mansion in 1873, and in 1881 he brought on Louis C. Tiffany & Co. to decorate the walls and ceilings of the home’s public spaces. Twain later said of it, “To us, our house… had a heart, and a soul, and eyes to see us with; and approvals and solicitudes and deep sympathies; it was of us, and we were of its confidence and lived in its grace and in the peace of its benediction.”Their home measures 11‚500 square feet‚ and has 25 rooms distributed through three floors. It displayed the latest in modern innovations when it was built in 1874. It was lit by gaslight; it had seven bathrooms with hot and cold running water and flush toilets – and at least one bathroom had a shower. Rudimentary ductwork carried warm air from the furnaces in the basement‚ and in 1878 Clemens had an early model of the telephone installed in the kitchen. There were also two features that ran on batteries: a burglar alarm system and an “enunciator” bell for calling the servants.The couple spent $40‚000 to $45‚000 building their new home‚ so once they moved in they kept the interior simple. Over the next few years Olivia (Sam’s wife) sought advice on what to do with the interior‚ made plans and shopped for the new home. Between 1874 and 1881, Mark Twain published The Adventures of Tom Sawyer; Old Times on the Mississippi; Sketches‚ New and Old; and A Tramp Abroad as well as numerous short stories and a play.