The Chinese believe that red symbolizes good luck, prosperity and happiness. So with the Chinese New Year approaching, we chose to make red the focus of this week’s paint color palette. The Emotion of Red Red is the color of blood and fire. It is hot, intense, and powerful. So…
It’s that time of the year again, when the sun rises earlier and shines brighter than usual. And since it’s a sunny day every day, it’s also a good time to do some home renovations. It’s high time to finally realize those projects you’ve been planning since last year, right?…
Imagine if you were colorblind and you were not able to see the colors around you the way most people do. Imagine if you could not distinguish violet, lavender and purple because they just look like different shades of blue, or if you confuse red with black or dark grey.…
SM Home started with their Christmas preparations early, and came up with four holiday hues: 1) Classic Charm, 2) Contemporary Luxe, 3) Modern Opulence, and 4) Pretty Whimsical. Here are some living room paint ideas from Boysen based on the holiday hue Pretty Whimsical. Bring into your homes the Pretty Whimsical wonderland…
Copenhagen is the capital of New Nordic cuisine, known for its use of fresh, local, seasonal ingredients. Everyday ingredients like radishes, peas, and apples are prepared in unexpected ways and incorporated together with seafood and meat to create dishes that are both healthy and unbelievably flavorful. The meticulous presentation also…
Pantone announced their Color of the Year 2018, Ultra Violet. From a light happy green in 2017 called Greenery, the world-renowned color authority chose a happy, bright violet for 2018. “We are living in a time that requires inventiveness and imagination. It is this kind of creative inspiration that is…
The all time favorite paint colors for home exteriors in the Philippines are white and variations thereof. Choosing white to paint your exterior walls has an advantage called albedo, which is a “fraction of solar energy reflected from the Earth back into space” (Earth and Space Research). White reflects light,…
Whether you have a big lawn or a pocket garden, landscaping produces a huge impact in beautifying your home. And choosing the right plants is the key to effectively utilizing your space. Factors like clients’ vision and lifestyle, as well as terrain should be defined in determining your plant selection.…
Plants are making a comeback. Indoors. Because Millenials. Thanks to the growing popularity of succulents, plants are stepping into the limelight and making their way into your homes. So I have shortlisted my Top 5 most popular, widely used indoor plants. 1. Succulents These tiny green babies have won hearts…