YOUR NEW FAVORITE DESIGNED SPOT IN THE HOUSE – THE OUTDOORS

While we were designing balconies and terraces the last couple of weeks (anyone that has one wants to maximize it more than ever nowadays) we noticed we could share some ideas as well as clever hacks that may be exactly what you need to make your outdoor space the place to be!

Hammocks

What could be possibly more relaxing than lying out in a hammock feeling a bit of summer wind or being sun kissed on a hot sunny day? Not much, especially when in quarantine! Moral of the story a hammock is always a great idea.

CANDLE CHANDELIER

We love this idea - lighting up the outdoors without having to wire anything up! All you need is mason jars, pillar candles and jute rope to tie it to the terrace beams or what could support the hanging beauties. We suggest a couple of things to make this magical effect happen: make sure to have space between the mason jars, tie them on different heights and place candles that have different heights as well. For safety reasons make sure to take them down on windy days.

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NATURE COLOURS CREATING A ZEN EFFECT

On many of our projects we have noticed using a neutral colour palette to be the key to a meditative outdoor space. Enhancing it with a splash of specific accent colours connects your outdoor space to nature instantly. It is probably our favorite colour palette for terraces.

ROCKING CHAIR FOR SMALL BALCONIES

For the smaller of spaces a rocking chair, small side table, throw pillows and a blanket will do the magic.

CONNECTING THE INDOOR WITH THE OUTDOOR SPACE

Make your home feel bigger. A great way to do this is extending your indoor flooring to the exterior (as long as the material used is outdoor friendly) an easier way is adding greenery where the indoor meets the outdoor. These types of changes will definitely have you enjoying the outdoor much more.

THE PARISIAN EFFECT

If this is your style we have you covered. Bistro table sets come in all shapes and sizes, pick your favorite and use it as the centerpiece of your balcony. Add string lights, lots of plants, a baguette, selection of cheeses and a glass of wine for the ultimate Parisian night.

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WFH IN FOUR UNIQUE STYLES

Now more than ever WFH (Work From Home) set up is important. We are thrilled to start THE FIRST (yes that is right, 1st!)  blog post with exactly that in mind. So, here are four combos that can completely create new spaces or ideas to spruce up your home.

Going from working in the office to suddenly working from home comes with some perks and some potential challenges. How do I keep focus? Will I be as productive from home versus the office? Will I gain weight? The latter not as imperative. What is imperative – where and how do I set up a home office that keeps me motivated, productive and most of all sane!

For those wanting to create a space in your home or even a spruce up of an existing space, where there are less distractions as possible, we at DM Designo have put together four STYLISH and AFFORDABLE office setups to help create normalcy to your work life. If the dining table is the only option that is completely manageable adding a plant, candle or any other accessory can have noticeable positive effects.

Here at DM Designo we are huge advocates of how aesthetically pleasing spaces equal more creativity and productivity – we have seen this time and time again. 

So, let’s go to the good stuff, starting with designo # 1…

Desk: Stykka Stay the F*** Home Desk

Lamp: Ikea Harte

Plant: Plant Collective Beginners Bundle

Planter: Ikea Chiafron

Chair: Ikea Martin

Cushion: Etsy, yellow option

Notebook: Espace d online Hanji notebook

Accessories: Hay Pencil Sharpener

If black & white is your style, check out designo # 2…

Desk: Ikea linnmon/oddvald

Chair: Ikea JÄRVFJÄLLET

note: swivel chairs have an adjustable back and height, so you sit ergonomically and comfortably.

Lamp: Ranarp lamp

Memo Board: Ikea Sosdala

Notebook: Anthropologie Wit & Delight Write it down notepad

If brass details are your thing, we made designo #3 for you…

Desk: Ikea Alex

Peg board: Ikea Skadis

Chair: West Elm Lenox Swivel Office

Lamp: Anthropologie Charlotte Task Lamp

Pencil Holder: CB2 Brass pencil holder

Book: Urban Outfitters The 5-Minute Journal by Intelligent Change

Bohemian style catches everyone’s eyes, catch designo #4 in your space.

Desk: Ikea Lisabo

Chair: Furniture Maison Lilo Dining Chair

Lamp: Urban Outfitters

Accessory: Urban Outfitters Triangle Photo Clip

Book: Urban Outfitters The Mind (Everything you need to know) by Niki Smith

Comment below on your favorite WFH style.

There is no need for a complete makeover or a completely new space.  You can get ideas from the different options we provided that can spruce up your already existing WFH space. 

If you need us for an insta makeover and or interior design services you can email us at info@dmdesigno.com or DM us on Instagram at dmdesigno.

Together we can design one space and home at a time.