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Fragrances in the interior: How to choose the right one?

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We know almost everything about body perfumes, it’s time to choose the right scent for your home!

Fragrances shape our mood, influence personal sensations and perceptions, and even prompt us to take certain actions. If fragrances are actively used in stores as a mechanism of influence, why not improve the atmosphere in our own home?

There are many different scents, we suggest you navigate the popular varieties of home odors and how to use them.

Want to relax?

Aroma candles, aroma lamps or sachets with dried herbs will fill the room with a pleasant relaxing aroma.

Lavender – the most famous and really soothing of all fragrances. It is used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. For the home, natural lavender essential oils , as well as dried flowers, are suitable. Lavender-colored cloth bags will complement the interior in the “Provence” style. In the bedroom, you can use an aroma lamp or put lavender air freshener in the closet.

Jasmine – the delicate aroma reduces tension and anxiety. The aroma of jasmine is fresher, but very often more intense than that of lavender. Before using it in your home, test to see if it will cause headaches in the occupants. Everything’s fine? You can safely put a plant in a pot, it will bloom and delight you all summer!

Orange – even the synthetic smell of orange will freshen the air and help you relax. What can they say about real oranges – they will instantly restore balance and set you on a positive wave after a hard day’s work. Stylish vases with fresh citrus, an aroma lamp with essential oil or dried orange circles in a beautiful composition will refresh your room.

Do you want to work more efficiently?

If you find it difficult to concentrate at work or at home, you can fill the space with fragrances that will help you concentrate well and invigorate you.

Coffee – it is not necessary to drink a few cups of coffee to wake up or concentrate, according to psychologists, it is enough to smell it. The aroma of coffee helps to create a warm and cozy atmosphere in our home. For this purpose, we can pour roasted beans into a vase and place them on the work desk. We can also experiment and mix coffee oil with other oils, such as bergamont, grapefruit, sandalwood or pepper.

Mint – it has been proven by scientists that the smell of mint not only helps with good concentration, but also improves coping with heavy physical exertion. A workout at the gym can be more effective if you put fresh mint leaves next to you in a cloth bag.

Sage or rosemary – they also increase concentration, but they also have another beneficial property – they improve memory. You can get essential oil or better planted rosemary or sage to put in the kitchen. It looks beautiful, and in addition, some dishes can be seasoned with leaves! Both plants are not capricious and do not insist on constant watering, and in summer they thrive wonderfully on the balcony.

Do you want to make a good impression?

Leather, wood – yes, there are many varieties of wood and each smells different. In general, all wood aromas relax and give us a sense of balance and abundance. It is no coincidence that comfort and luxury are associated with leather and solid wooden furniture. Even if these materials are not close to you, you can use their fragrances!

We associate fragrances with different emotions and experiences. They not only affect us emotionally, but are designed to give individuality to the room, to renew and refresh the interior. Feel free to choose and match the right ones for you! [:en]

WE KNOW EVERYTHING ABOUT BODY PARFUMES; NOW IT IS TIME TO CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE AROMA FOR OUR HOME!

Fragrances shape our mood, influence our personal sensations and perceptions, and even drive us to certain actions. If scents are actively used in stores as a mechanism for action, why not improve the atmosphere in our own home?

There are many different aromas and we offer you to acquaint yourself with the popular varieties of home smells and the way we use them.

DO YOU WANT TO RELAX?

Aroma candles, aroma lamps or sachets with dried herbs will fill the room with a pleasant relaxing scent.

Lavender – the most famous of all fragrances that is truly soothing. It is used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Natural essential oils made of, as well as dried blossoms, are suitable for your home. Lavender-colored cloth bags will complete the Provence-style interior. In the bedroom you can use a fragrance lamp or put a flavour with lavender in the closet.

Jasmine – its gentle aroma reduces tension and anxiety. The aroma of jasmine is fresher, but often more intense than that of lavender. Before using it in your home, test whether it will cause the occupants headaches. Is everything fine? You can safely put the plant into a pot – it will bloom and you can enjoy it throughout the whole summer!

Orange – even the synthetic smell of orange will refresh the air and help you relax. What could be said about real oranges? They will instantly help you regain balance and set you up on a positive wave after a hard day’s work. Stylish vases with fresh citrus fruits, aroma lamp with essential oils or dried orange slices, arranged in a beautiful composition, will freshen-up your room.

DO YOU WANT TO WORK MORE EFFECTIVELY?

If you find it hard to concentrate while at work or at home, you can fill the room with fragrances to help you with better concentration and comfort.

Coffee – we do not have to drink a few cups of coffee to wake up or concentrate. According to psychologists, it is enough to smell it. The aroma of coffee helps to create a warm and cozy atmosphere in our homes. For this purpose, we can put roasted coffee beans in a vase and place them on the work desk. We can also experiment and mix coffee oil with other oils, such as bergamont, grapefruit, sandalwood or pepper.

Mint – it is proven by scientists that the smell of mint not only helps concentration but also improves our ability to handle heavy physical stress. A fitness workout can be more effective if you put a fresh mint leaf next to you in a cloth bag.

Sage or rosemary – they also increase concentration but also have another useful feature – they improve memory. You can buy essential oil or even better – potted rosemary or sage, to put in the kitchen. They look beautiful and their leaves can be even used for cooking! Both plants are not capricious and do not need regular watering, and in the summer they wonderfully bloom on the balcony.

DO YOU WANT TO CREATE A GOOD IMPRESSION?

Leather, wood – yes, there are many varieties of wood and each one has a distinct smell. In general, all aromas of wood are soothing and give us a sense of balance and well-being. It is not by accident that leather and larger wooden furniture are associated with comfort and luxury. Even if you are not familiar with these materials, you can use their fragrances!

We associate aromas with different emotions and experiences. They not only affect us emotionally but are also summoned to add personality to the room; to renew and refresh the interior. Boldly choose and combine the right ones for you! [:]

Cargotectura: houses from cargo containers

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The idea of secondary use of items has made transport containers a popular building material used by modern architects!

Shipping containers have long been architects’ weakness. Since the beginning of the 2000s, intriguing projects have begun to appear in different countries, in which containers are not in the role of something unusual, but an economical tool. It has long been known that their practical benefit and personal benefit contribute to environmental protection. The fashion for upcycling (turning old, obsolete materials into new ones) in architecture has become a process that has created a trend called cargotecture.

In this material, we have collected the brightest possible examples:

House around a tree in Costa Rica

Assemble eight shipping containers into one and you already have a home of 340 sq.m of total area, several terraces and a cozy patio! In this home, everything is subordinated to the idea of environmental protection and careful attitude to nature. Instead of air conditioners, ventilation and removable bamboo panels are integrated, instead of an electrical network, solar energy is used. Even rainwater is collected in special tanks, filtered and used in satin areas. The structure of the house is built around an old cedar, as if protecting it from human encroachment.

Giant House in Australia

This home of cargo containers in Brisbane has a well-deserved name – the champion of Australia. The house includes 31 containers – three floors, almost 700 sq.m and three months for construction. There is also a huge yard, a swimming pool and a large graffiti-style drawing on the façade. In the design of the home, clean lines prevail, there is a lot of space in it, and glass and wood are present as materials.

Container House in Denmark

A family from a city near Copenhagen built this house in order to save money. In their home, insulation has been made from cargo containers due to the cold climate in the country. In order for as much natural light as possible to penetrate, two lines of windows are provided.

Industrial-style house in Japan

The project was carried out for a man whose hobby is collecting motorcycles. The man did not have space for all the machines and proposed for this purpose architects to design a space from cargo containers. The first floor consists of three containers, which house a bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and garage. The second floor includes four cargo containers, in which there is a game room, a cinema, audio systems, etc.

White House in Spain

This home is assembled from four large containers placed on a stable foundation. Inside, the walls of the containers are insulated and painted with white paint – a typical option for Spain, designed to protect against the summer heat. The most pleasant thing is that each such container house can be disassembled and moved to another place, easily and quickly.

Summer house in the USA

This shipping container cottage is designed for a Colorado family vacation. On the façade, we distinguish between one large and six smaller containers. The metal is sheathed with wood, and the doorways have been converted into large windows. This home has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen with a living room and a huge deck-type terrace.

New business

There are many companies whose subject of activity is the assembly of container houses. Similarly, a German firm has specialized in the design of houses from long containers. According to the specialists in the company, the larger the area, the cheaper the construction. A project for a house made of cargo containers on an area of 300 sq.m, according to them, gives about 30% savings compared to a house built using traditional building materials.

 

For its part, an American company not only sells cargo containers, but also designs modular houses, offices, kiosks and hotels from them. For example, one of their projects is a residential building consisting of six apartments per floor, including a bedroom, bathroom and wardrobe. Each floor has a shared kitchen and guest room, and the stairs between the floors are made of recycled polycarbonate.

 

And this is what a modular office made of cargo containers looks like.

House of containers – a direction that is very actively developing in Europe. Currently, not only residential buildings are being built, but also administrative buildings, student dormitories, kindergartens and refugee camps.

An intriguing trend, isn’t it? [:en]

THE IDEA OF RE-USING MATERIALS HAS MADE THE TRANSPORTATIONAL MATERAL “TARA’’ A POPULAR CHOICE USED BY MODERN ARCHITECTS!

Containers for cargo transportation have long been a soft spot for architects. Since the beginning of the 2000s, intriguing projects have started to appear in different countries, in which containers are not in the role of something unusual, but are seen as an economic tool. It has been know for long that their practical benefit and personal benefit contribute to the protection of the environment. The fashion for upcycling (turning old materials into new ones) in architecture has become a process that has created a field, called cargotecture.

In this article, we have gathered the brightest examples:

House around a tree in Costa Rica

Assemble together eight transport containers and you already have a home of 340 square meters in total, including several terraces and a cozy patio! Everything in this home is subjected to the idea of environmental protection and taking care of nature. Instead of air conditioning, there is integrated ventilation and movable bamboo panels; instead of electricity grids – solar energy is used. Even rainwater is collected in special tanks, filtered and used in the smoothed-out areas. The construction of the house is built around an old cedar as if protecting it from human assault.

Giant House in Australia

This Brisbane cargo container home has a well-deserved name – The Australian Champion. The house includes 31 containers – three floors, nearly 700 square meters and construction spanning three months. There is also a huge courtyard, swimming pool and a large drawing in graffiti style on the facade. The house’s design is dominated by clean lines with plenty of space in it; the presented materials are glass and wood.

Home, made of containers in Denmark

A family from a town near Copenhagen built up this home in order to save money. Because of the cold climate in the country, their home has a thermal isolation. In order to have as much natural light as possible penetrating into the interior, two rows of windows are provided.

Industrial-style house in Japan

This is a project for a man whose hobby is collecting motorcycles. He did not have enough space for all the vehicles and he suggested the architects to design a space, made of cargo containers. The first floor consists of three containers, which include a bedroom, a kitchen, a bathroom and a garage. The second floor includes four freight containers, featuring a gaming room, a cinema, audio systems, and so on.

White House in Spain

This home has been assembled from four large containers placed on a stable base. Inside, the walls of the containers are insulated and painted with white paint – a typical design decision in Spain that is meant to protect the house from the summer heat. The most pleasant thing is that any one of these container houses can be disassembled and transported elsewhere easily and quickly.

Summerhouse in the USA

This cottage made of cargo containers is designed as a family holiday house in Colorado. On the facade we can see one large and six smaller containers. The metal is engraved with wood, and the door openings have been turned into large windows. This house has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen with a living room and a huge deck terrace.

New business

There are many companies whose object of work is to assemble container houses. Similarly, a German firm specializes in designing elongated container houses. According to experts in the company, the larger the area is, the cheaper the construction will be. A project for a 300-square-meter cargo container house, according to them, yields about 30% more savings compared to a house built using traditional building materials.

For its part, one American company not only sells cargo containers, but also designs modular houses, offices, kiosks, and hotels. For example, one of their projects is a residential building consisting of six apartments per floor, including a bedroom, a bathroom and a wardrobe. Each floor has a shared kitchen and a guest room, and the stairs between the floors are made of processed polycarbonate.

And here’s how a modular office made of freight containers looks like.

Container Houses- a very active sector in Europe. Currently, not only residential buildings but also administrative buildings, student dormitories, kindergartens and refugee camps are being built using this method.

An intriguing trend, right?[:]

Bathroom design 2018: ideas and trends

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The bathroom of 2018 will create real comfort in your life and an amazing combination of different design elements. In fact, the design of the bathroom for this year solves the problem of choosing between a strict minimalist style and the realization of original fantasies.

The following material will reveal to you the latest trends for 2018, among which you will find something interesting for yourself!

The main concept in the bathroom design of 2018 is the meeting of technology with the variety of natural materials, which makes the creation of the design a rather fascinating process. In recent years, organic materials such as bamboo, stone, wood have been at the peak of fashion. They harmoniously coexist with surfaces, as well as with the characteristic pure colors: white, gray, lemon, green.

Another eco trend – surfaces covered with natural plants or Scandinavian moss, give the space incredible freshness and proximity to nature. A suitable combination of plants is wood in darker shades.

Ceramic tiles do not give up their position either. This year, however, the tiles on the floor are taking on different geometric shapes, the most relevant being the diamond-shaped ones. Their colors range from dark to modernist-inspired ones: violet, white, beige. Water shades are also gaining popularity. A surprise of the new trends are the iridescent tiles that create a fabulous feeling. Along with them are the tiles imitating fish scales, giving the bathroom an impressive look.

In the layout of the bathroom in 2018, the priority is the optimization of space – the correct selection of sanitary ware and furniture. Together with their appropriate location, the necessary comfort and a feeling of coziness are created. Continuing this trend is the recommendation for furniture – to use natural ergonomic shapes, for example, oval, which will bring harmony to the interior.

As for colors – black and all shades of gray are incredibly popular. The black color changes its role, increasingly manifesting itself as a background color. Light elements stand out visually thanks to black, which helps in our quest to accentuate a certain light piece of furniture. In turn, the gray color is neutral and helps in striving to visually expand the space.

Undoubtedly, as in the planning of any room, artistic design intuition plays an essential role. It allows you to foresee the nature of the perception of every detail in the interior and the close connection with the overall mood of the room. For this, do not hesitate to seek professional support. We are at a meeting to assist in the creation of the dream modern bathroom of 2018! [:en]THE BATH OF 2018 WILL CREATE A TRUE COMFORT IN YOUR LIFE AND ASSEMBLE AN INCREDIBLE COMPOSITION OF DIFFERENT DESIGN ELEMENTS. THE BATH DESIGN FOR THIS YEAR SOLVES THE PROBLEM OF CHOOSING BETWEEN STRUCTURAL MINIMALIST STYLE AND THE REALIZATION OF ORIGINAL FANTASIES.

The following article will reveal the most up-to-date trends for 2018, among which you will discover something interesting about yourself!

The main design concept of the bathroom design of 2018 is the meeting between technologies and a variety of natural materials, turning designing into a delightfully engrossing process. In recent years organic materials such as bamboo, stone, wood have been at the peak of fashion. They harmoniously coexist with surfaces as well as with the characteristic pure colors: white, gray, lemon and green.

Another eco trend – surfaces covered with natural plants or Scandinavian moss that give the space incredible freshness and closeness to nature. Combining plants with wood in darker shades is an appropriate design idea.

Ceramic tiles do not give way either. This year, however, the floor tiles acquire different geometric shapes, the rhomboids being the most up-to-date. Their colors range from darker shades to colors inspired by modernism: violet, white and beige. Water nuances are also popular. A new trendy surprise is overflowing tiles that create a fabulous feeling. Together with them are the tiles imitating fish scales, giving the bathroom impressive appearance.

In the layout of the 2018 bathroom, optimization of space is a priority – the right choice of sanitary equipment and furniture. Together with their convenient location, the necessary comfort and sense of coziness are created. As a continuation to this trend is one recommendation for the furniture – use natural ergonomic shapes, such as oval, which will bring harmony to the interior.

As far as the colors are concerned, black and all shades of gray are incredibly popular. The black color changes its amplitude, appearing more and more as a background color. The bright elements stand out visually thanks to the black, which helps in our quest to make an accent on particular furniture in a brighter color. As far as gray goes, it appears as a neutral color and helps the striving to visually enlarge the space.

Undoubtedly, as in the planning of each room, artistic design intuition plays an essential role. It allows for the nature of every detail in the interior and the close connection with the overall mood of the room to be foreseen. So do not hesitate to seek professional support. You can count on us to help you create the dream modern bathroom in 2018![:]

To refresh the home: live foliage or decorative moss?

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Interior décor ideas in most cases are suggested to us by nature, we can only draw inspiration from it !

One of the latest inspirations from nature is the “dressing” of walls or part of them with living greenery or decorative moss, which we will tell you about in this article.

Decorating a space with an arrangement of living greenery allows: the air in the room to be saturated with oxygen faster, as well as the absorption of harmful emissions and dust particles. The natural aroma is exceptional, and the relaxing effect of the atmosphere on the inhabitants is guaranteed.

Unfortunately, such structures need special care and careful maintenance. We are talking about irrigation and sewerage systems, maintaining a certain light and temperature regime. Quite naturally, live plants are seasonal and are not able to please the eye all year round.

If you want to have a plant that will green the interior and give it freshness, but you don’t have time to take care of it, we have another solution! Compositions made of natural moss are a great idea. The moss is pleasant to the touch and superbly absorbs sounds. Decorative natural moss walls can be made in different sizes, colors and shapes.

The impressive final appearance is obtained by irrigating the natural moss with special liquids that preserve it, called “stabilization”. The plant remains alive in appearance, but all biological processes in it are suspended. In this way, not only does it not lose its superior properties, but at the same time acquires a number of new ones:

  • moss remains stable over time;
  • does not need watering and fertilizing;
  • does not retain dust and mold and bacteria do not form in it;
  • acquires elasticity and brightness of color;
  • It is absolutely harmless to humans and animals, has hypoallergenic properties.

Along with the positive qualities of moss, it is important to bear in mind that it is undesirable to water it and expose it to direct sunlight, since this shortens its service life. After installation, moss thrives thanks to the air humidity – 50% or higher, which does not differ from the standard humidity in a room. Following these recommendations, the plant will retain its attractive appearance and continue to delight the eye for a long time.

Green designer gardens are not only a trend in interior solutions, but also a source of joy. Regardless of the way an interior is landscaped, a piece of nature will undoubtedly bring freshness and inspiration to the daily life of its inhabitants.

Original, right? 🙂

Which one would you choose?[:en] 

IN MOST CASES IDEAS FOR INTERIOR DECORATION COME FROM NATURE; THE ONLY THING WE CAN DO IS TO BE INSPIRED BY MOTHER NATURE

One of the latest inspirations coming from nature is the so-called “dressing” of walls or part of them with living foliage or decorative moss. We will tell you more about it in this article.

Decorating spaces with a living arrangement allows for the air in the room to be saturated with oxygen more quickly, as well as helps with the absorption of harmful emissions and dust particles. The natural aroma is exceptional and the relaxing effect of the atmosphere on the inhabitants is guaranteed.

Unfortunately, such structures require special care and careful maintenance. This includes watering and sewerage systems, maintenance of particular lighting conditions and temperature regime. Quite naturally, living plants are seasonal and you can’t enjoy them throughout the whole year.

If you want a plant that will green the interior and give it freshness, but you do not have time to take care of it, we have another solution! Natural moss compositions are a great idea. Moss is pleasant to the touch and superbly absorbs sound. Walls covered in decorative natural moss can be made in different sizes, colors and shapes.

The impressive end result is obtained by irrigating the natural moss with special liquids that preserve it. This method is called “stabilization”. The plant remains alive, but all biological processes in it are discontinued. In this way, it not only does not lose its excellent properties, but it also acquires a number of new features:

  • the moss remains stable over time;
  • it does not need watering and fertilizing;
  • it does not retain dust and does not form mold and bacteria;
  • it acquires elasticity and brightens up its coloration;
  • it is absolutely harmless for humans and animals and has hypoallergenic properties.

Along with the positive qualities of mosses, it is important to keep in mind that it is not desirable to water it and expose it to direct sunlight, as it shortens its service life. After mounting it, the moss grows thanks to the humidity of the air – 50% or higher, which does not differ from the standard humidity in a room. Following these recommendations, the plant will retain its attractive appearance and you will be able to enjoy it for a very long time.

Green designer gardens are not only a trend in interior design but also a source of joy. Regardless of how your interior is laid out, a tiny bit of nature will undoubtedly bring freshness and inspiration to the daily lives of its inhabitants.

Original, right? 🙂

Which one would you choose?[:]

Bright office for a creative mind

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Design Lab. – the shared space for architects and designers, designed by ATG Design in conjunction with Lead Sudio.

In the project, the ideal balance between functionality and individuality was found, as a result of which this space was created that fully satisfies the needs of the residents.

A worthy ornament at the entrance to the room is a wall with the logo of the shared space, which hints at the design laboratory organization of the space. The large spacious room wins at first sight with its elegant appearance. The decoration is frugal, the colors are neutral. Once you’ve crossed the threshold, you already know you’re in the right place.

The main hall of the office is divided into several zones, purely designer we distinguish between a living room, a dining room and a recreation area. The composition is complemented by the separate hall for trainings and events and, of course, a conference hall for meetings and discussions.

The base of the interior is designed in white, which is complemented by different types and fabrics of current textures. White ceiling and walls with accents of wood, furniture with minimalist design and matte finish, white technological flooring that bring coziness to the interior.

Everything here can be touched, tested, selected and compared for the purpose of the creative process. A real design “laboratory” that includes all kinds of samples of materials and products. The inhabitants are simply doomed to experiment with tastes and textures from all over the world, and the modern clean design in white and black has hidden everything that is needed for the purpose.

The modern look of the office is formed by the stylish furniture of leading designers. At the heart of the concept of hanging chairs is a classic reference to art , read in a modern way. Everything in the interior is specially selected. The multifunctional public space encourages interaction between the inhabitants and makes the atmosphere in the space more dynamic.

Abundant access to daylight is provided by wide windows. And the bright atmosphere is maintained with the help of lighting fixtures, distinguished by their variety and features. The lighting above the main working areas is provided by pendants, which are specially selected for the space. This is because, in addition to contributing to a quality working environment, they are equipped with sound insulation to help reduce noise during discussion.

Handmade by Bulgarian manufacturers, the details, made of natural materials, show the beauty of decorative elements in modern interiors. Catchy citrus plants embody positive spirit and creativity. And the natural landscape of the area where the office is located inspires and predisposes to a calm, fruitful and creative day.

The space perfectly fits the modern humanbeing with a dynamic lifestyle. Beauty and luxury that artists deserve. They work hard and know how to have fun. We can only be happy for the inhabitants of this place, as they have the opportunity to work, communicate and develop their habits in a design setting! [:en]DESIGN LAB. – SHARED SPACE FOR ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS, DESIGNED BY ATG DESIGN TOGETHER WITH LEAD STUDIO.

The ideal balance between functionality and individuality has been found in this project, resulting in the creation of this space that is fully satisfying the needs of the occupants.

A worthy ornament at the entrance of the room is a wall with the logo of the shared space, which hints at the design laboratory organization of space. The large spacious room wins at first glance with its elegant radiance. The decoration is sparkling, the colors are neutral. Once you have crossed the threshold, you already know that you are in the right place.

The main hall of the office is divided into several zones; purely from a design point of view, we can distinguish a living room, a dining room and a recreation area. The composition is complemented by separate training and event rooms, and a conference room for meetings and discussions.

The base of the interior is designed in white, supplemented by different trendy textures. White ceiling and walls with wood accents, minimalist design and matt finish, white technological flooring that adds coziness to the interior.

Everything here can be touched, tested, selected and compared for the purpose of the creative process. A true design “laboratory” that includes all sorts of materials and product samples. Dwellers are simply doomed to experiment with tastes and textures from all around the world, and the modern clean design in white and black has concealed in itself all that is necessary for the purpose.

The modern look of the office is made up of stylish furnishings by leading designers. At the heart of the concept of suspended chairs is a reference to classical art, read in a modern way. Everything in the interior is specially selected. The multifunctional public space encourages the interaction between the inhabitants and makes the atmosphere more dynamic.

The abundant access to daylight is provided by wide windows. A brilliant atmosphere is maintained with the help of illuminators, distinguished by their diversity and peculiarities. Lighting above the main work areas is provided by pendulums which are specially selected for the space. This is because, as well as contributing to a quality work environment, they are equipped with sound-proofing to reduce noise during discussions.

Handmade, made in Bulgaria details from natural materials show the beauty of the decorative elements in the modern interior. The playful citrus plants represent positive spirit and creativity. And the natural landscape of the area where the office is located inspires and predisposes to a peaceful, fruitful and creative day.

The space perfectly fits the modern person who leads a dynamic lifestyle. A place of beauty and luxury that artists deserve. They work hard and know how to have fun. We can only have the pleasure to rejoice for the inhabitants of this place, because they have the opportunity to work, communicate and develop their habits in a design environment![:]

Modern interior: 7 current trends for 2018

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Every year in the field of interior design there is a rotation of the main trends. Some of them have remained fashionable over the years, and others have been replaced by new ones. We have selected, especially for you, a selection of our projects, in which you will find seven of the trends recognized in the field of interior design as the most relevant for this year.

1. Black matte details

If last year the most preferred details were made of satin brass, then this year the favorite of interior designers is the black matte finish for various details and veneers in the kitchen and bathroom. Indeed, these solutions look very stylish and fit different styles.

2. Tiles imitating wallpaper

Quality tiles that imitate various materials such as wood, concrete have long become a favorite of interior designers. This year, however, the most relevant tiles are considered to be those that imitate wallpaper with various large drawings.

3. Tropical plants and accents

As a result of the pursuit of nature, the theme of the tropics is now becoming more and more popular. The green color in the interior has been very popular for the second year in a row. No wonder, considering its properties from the point of view of psychology, because rest in such an interior reduces fatigue and stress.

4. Furniture in bright colors

In the living room, it is good to have a focal accent, with the help of a sofa or armchair, which will stand out from the rest of the interior with its bright and saturated color. Particular attention should be paid to green, yellow, blue and pink shades.

5. Concrete accents

Concrete has always been one of the popular materials, and this year interior designers suggest using it to the maximum, including when it comes to furniture and decoration.

6. Minimalism and light shades

For another year, the shades of white and beige, as well as minimalist style, remain in the ultra-modern column. This is because any minimalist interior design looks comfortable, modern, and sophisticated.

7. Loft and vintage style lamps

The loft and vintage style lighting fixtures do not leave their position either. Naturally, it is good to carefully select the metal and its color to make it look relevant in a suitable interior. [:en]EVERY YEAR A ROTATION OF THE MAIN TRENDS IN THE FIELD OF INTERIOR DESIGN IS OBSERVED. SOME OF THESE REMAIN MODERN THROUGHOUT THE YEARS, WHILE NEW TRENDS ARISE IN PLACE OF OTHERS. WE CHOOSE, ESPECIALLY FOR YOU, A SELECTION FROM OUR PROJECTS IN WHICH YOU WILL SEE SEVEN OF THE TRENDS RECOGNIZED IN THE FIELD OF INTERIOR DESIGN AS THE MOST MODERN FOR THIS YEAR.

1. Black matt details

If last year the sateen covered brass was the most preferred, this year interior designers’ favorite becomes the black matt finish for various details and veneers in the kitchen and bathroom. Indeed, these solutions look very stylish and fit different styles.

2. Tiles immitating wallpapers

Quality tiles that mimic different materials such as wood, concrete have long since become favorites of interior designers. This year, however, the most up-to-date are the tiles which imitate wallpapers with various large drawings.

3. Tropical plants and accents

As a result of the pursuit of nature, tropical themes are becoming more and more popular. Green color in the interior is very popular for the second year in a row. And this is not surprising, given its psychological properties, because relaxation in an interior like this one reduces fatigue and stress.

4. Furniture in bright colors

In the living room, it is best to have an accent on a sofa or an armchair that stands out from the rest of the interior with its bright and rich color. Particular attention should be paid to green, yellow, blue and pink shades.

5. Concrete accents

Concrete has always been one of the popular materials, and this year interior designers suggest that it should be used as much as possible, as well as for furniture and decoration.

6. Minimalism and light shades

For yet another year hues of white and beige, as well as minimalist style, remain in the ultra-modern catalogue. This is because every minimalist interior design looks comfortable, modern and refined.

7. Lamps in loft and vintage styles

Lantern and vintage lighting fixtures do not yield either. Naturally, it is good to carefully select the metal and its color so it could look contemporary in the appropriate interior. [:]

Landscape design – bio-pools

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Living bodies of water – a new trend in modern biotechnology

For more than 20 years, there has been a technology in Europe for the construction of natural bio-pools, which function on the principle of natural reservoirs.

Bio-pools , as a rule, serve not only for swimming, but also to decorate the landscape, to create a cooler, humid and healthy environment, which is especially attractive on hot days.

What exactly is a bio-pool and how does it differ from a traditional one?

The bio-pool is an independent, closed water system. The uniqueness of this system lies in the natural, natural purification of the water, without the need to use chemicals as in traditional pools. Phytopurification is based on biological, physical and chemical processes using various plants.

A water facility can be made in any geometric shape and in any size. In cold weather, traditional pools are unusable or covered with covers. Bio-pools take on the characteristics of natural lakes, following seasonal changes in the environment.

Unlike traditional swimming pools, for the creation of a bio-pool it is not necessary for the section to be flat. On the contrary – natural irregularities, bumps and depressions will create an additional opportunity for the water to pass through obstacles and overflow, which purifies it and saturates it with oxygen.

Types of bio-pools:

#ЕСТЕСТВЕН LAKE-TYPE BIO-POOL

It is a pool resembling a natural lake that provides an environment for people, plants, fish and birds. It creates an unparalleled feeling of swimming in nature. Once built, the bio-pool attracts its natural inhabitants and a functioning ecosystem is created in a short time.

#NATURAL BIO-POOL WITH SEPARATE REGENERATION AREA

Double trough pool consisting of a peripheral outdoor pool for regeneration and an indoor pool with a swimming area without vegetation. It successfully blends in with the surrounding environment thanks to its natural design and light rounded shapes that follow the terrain of the yard.

#LIVING POOL

The pool looks like a classic one, it is a combination of biology, technology and modern design. Instead of a regeneration zone, such as those required in natural pools with living flora and fauna, a hidden biological filter and a specially developed phosphorus filter ensure the purification of the water, continuously keeping it transparent and alive.

The bio-pool not only decorates the home, but also makes it a great place for family vacation and fun. Crystal clear chemical-free water soothes the mind and body, delivering you A daily source of joy![:en]

LIVING WATER BASINS – A NEW TREND IN CONTEMPORARY BIODIVERSITY

In Europe, for over 20 years exists a technology for building natural bio-pools that operates on the principle of natural basins.

Bio-pools, as a rule, serve not only for swimming but also for decorating the landscape, creating a cooler, humid and healthy environment that is particularly attractive in hot days.

What is a bio-pool and how does it differ from the traditional ones?

The bio-pool is a self-contained, closed water system. The uniqueness of this system lies in the natural water purification, without the need to use chemicals like in traditional pools. Phytopresurization is based on biological, physical and chemical processes that utilize different plants.

Waterworks can be made in any geometric form and size. In cold weather, traditional pools are unusable or covered. Bio-pools acquire the characteristics of natural lakes, following the seasonal changes of the environment.

Unlike traditional pools, building a bio-pool does not require the area to be flattened. On the contrary – natural unevenness, bumps and dents will create additional opportunities for the water to pass through obstacles and overflow, which purifies and saturates it with oxygen.

Types of bio-pools:

#NATURAL BIO-POOL TYPE LAKE

This is a swimming pool resembling a natural lake that provides an environment for people, plants, fish and birds. It creates an incomparable feeling of swimming while being surrounded by nature. Once built, the bio-pool attracts its natural inhabitants and quickly creates a functioning ecosystem.

#NATURAL BIO-POOL WITH A DIFFERENT REGIONAL AREA

Double deck swimming pool built from a peripheral outdoor pool for regeneration and an indoor pool with a floating area without vegetation. It merges successfully with the surrounding environment thanks to the natural design and light rounded shapes that follow the yard terrain.

#LIVING POOLS

They look like traditional pools but they are a combination of biology, technology and contemporary design. Instead of the regeneration area, such as those required in natural pools with living flora and fauna, the hidden biological filter and specially developed phosphor filter provide water purification, continuously keeping the water clear and alive.

The bio-pool not only decorates the home, it also makes it a great place for family holidays and fun activities. The crystal clear, chemical-free water soothes body and spirit, delivering you an everyday source of joy![:]

Design Lab. – the first design “laboratory” in Bulgaria!

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A shared space for selected professionals opened its doors in Sofia.

Design Lab. is the place where selected professionals – architects and designers, can work in an art environment filled with a variety of events, product presentations and thematic trainings.

Design Lab. It offers comfortable workplaces and a “laboratory” principle of work – each resident, with the help of the facilities , can compare, experiment and choose the most suitable materials for the creation of their projects.

In addition to a functional space with everything you need, Design Lab. has several areas for meetings with partners and clients, as well as training and event rooms .

Residents have the opportunity to work on joint projects and competitions, as well as to become part of art events. The future more ambitious projects of Design Lab. include bringing professionals together around selected public causes, one of which is the restoration of a pediatric cardiology department.

Behind the innovative idea are arch. Iveta Popova and arch. Eli Levterova. As founders of the “laboratory”, they share that “the main mission of the Design Lab. is to unite, inspire and create the necessary conditions for the fruitful work of true professionals.”

Design Lab. is located on Blvd. Kliment Ohridski No150, in the building of ATG Design. [:]

An 80-year-old escalator has become an art installation!

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A real architectural monument in the bowels of Sydney stunned the inhabitants of the city.

The unique art installation – Interloop is located at the Wynyard station from the subway. It is an interesting air composition hanging over the passengers. The installation itself resembles an accordion made of parts of an old escalator.

The first wooden escalator appeared at this station in 1931, then it was replaced by a metal one. Today’s five-ton structure is more than 50 meters long and consists of 244 wooden steps and four metal bases from the original escalator.

The author of this work of art is the Australian architect – Chris Fox. According to him, the installation symbolizes the connection between the old and the new and aims to draw the attention of tourists and artists to the architecture of Sydney.

Exciting, isn’t it? [:en]

A TRUE ARCHITECTURAL MONUMENT IN THE DEPTHS OF SYDNEY STUNS ITS CITIZENS.

The unique art installation Interloop is located at the Wynyard subway station. It is an interesting aerial composition hanging above the passengers. The installation itself resembles an accordion made from old escalator parts.

The first wooden escalator appeared at this station in 1931 and then it was replaced with a metallic one. Today’s five-tone structure is more than 50 meters long and consists of 244 wooden stairs and four metal bases from the original escalator.

The author of this work of art is the australian architect, Chris Fox. In his words, the installation symbolizes the relationship between old and new, and aims to attract the attention of tourists and artists to Sydney’s architecture.

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New talents

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ATG Design is looking for talented and creative architects/interior designers with whom to expand its team of professionals in the field of building and interior design.

If you want to develop and participate in the creation of modern and different projects, your place is with us!

Your main task will be to actively participate in the development of complete interior concepts, the preparation of the necessary technical documentation and the support of teamwork in the process of their implementation.

We expect from you:

  • to prepare high-quality 3D visualizations of the developed concepts and successfully present them to the client and the ATG Design team.
  • Develop creative, innovative and original interior concepts according to set criteria.
  • Prepare detailed, clear and orderly technical drawings related to the implementation of projects.
  • to have excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to work in parallel on several projects in different stages of development.

Required qualifications and skills:

– Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Interior Design.

– Good skills in working with AutoCAD, 3Ds Max, V-ray, Photoshop, Sketchup, Illustrator.

– Skills in working with Microsoft Excel.

– Knowledge of English will be considered an advantage.

If you recognize yourself in these criteria, send your CV and portfolio to office@atg-design.com

The approved candidate will be selected after an interview and completion of an assigned task.

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ATG DESIGN IS LOOKING FOR TALENTED AND CREATIVE ARCHITECTS / INTERIOR DESIGNERS TO EXPAND ITS TEAM OF EXPERTS IN THE FIELDS OF BUILDING AND INTERIOR DESIGN.

If you want to develop and participate in the creation of modern and different projects, your place is with us!

Your main task will be to participate actively in the development of complete interior concepts, to prepare the necessary technical documentation and to support teamwork in the process of their realization.

What we expect from you:

  • to produce quality 3D visualizations of developed concepts and to successfully present them in front of the client and the team of ATG Design.
  • to develop creative, innovative and original interior concepts that meet definite criteria.
  • to produce detailed, clear and well-ordered technical drawings related to the implementation of the projects.
  • to have excellent communication skills and ability to work in parallel on several projects that are at different stages of development.

Required qualifications and skills:

– Master or Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design.

– Good skills for working with AutoCAD, 3Ds Max, V-ray, Photoshop, Sketchup, Illustrator.

– Skills for working with Microsoft Excel.

– English proficiency will be considered a priority.

If you recognize yourself while looking at these criteria, send your CV and portfolio to office@atg-design.com

An approved candidate will be selected after an interview and an assigned task. [:]