ADVICE

Reader's question:

"In my bedroom I have installed an air-conditioner. The problem is, that a tube from the airconditioner to the outer wall (around 50cm long) is visible from the interior. Under the tube is the bedside cabinet. Could I do something to cover the tube?"

Our recommendations:

From your message we deduct the arrangement of the furniture and we propose two solutions.

• A' Solution:

Over the bed and over the bedside cabinets, you can place symmetrically two boxes (made of wood or gypsum boards). One of the boxes will camouflage the tube. Under the boxes, they can be hanged two long lamps that will also function as bedside lamps. 

The boxes can be painted with a dark tone while the wall behind the headboard can be decorated with wallpaper or with wall decals. 

ADVICE

Reader’s question

"I am renovating my bathroom. I would love to decorate it in Moroccan style. Could you please advise me on the bathroom floorplan layout and give me some decorating ideas? I’ve attached a floor plan sketch of the bathroom. The drain position is marked with a red dot."

Our recommendations

The bathroom is the place where people get rid of stress by indulging in the bathtub warm water. A Moroccan style bathroom is a stunning and luxurious solution. Moroccan style is sumptuous, warm and exotic. It brings to mind Arabian nights and relaxation to body.

Bathroom layout

Your bathroom is quite spacious, so we can arrange sanitaryware and furniture in the best way, leaving a lot of free space.

Layout No 1

ADVICE

Reader’s question

"I want to change my bedroom. I have a dark brown leather bed and two dark wooden nightstands. I also have a breakfast trolley and a mirror with wooden frame. Which color should I paint the walls, dark gray or dark blue?"

Our recommendation
Brown color is a versatile option as it can be combined with many different colors. However brown and blue combination is one of the most traditional, timeless combinations. Brown furniture and blue walls create a striking look in any room, especially in the bedroom. Almost all shades of blue blend with brown, but it is important to get a balance between the two colors, so a pleasant feeling in the space can be raised.

We propose two shades of blue, one light and one darker: air force blue with purple hints and navy blue. The color choice depends on the size of the room. Dark blue color can be accented with decorative elements of the room in brighter shades.

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