Online Tools for ‘designer wannabes’
So, now you’re a proud owner of a condominium unit. Congratulations! You now have your own place.
You just took another step into becoming a responsible adult. And now, the next task is to design your own space.
For some, this may seem like a daunting task. It can get quite overwhelming to stare at all those empty spaces.
But do not despair. The internet can be a lot of help if only you know where to look. So here’s a list of helpful websites where you can find a number of life hacks, design suggestions, inspirations, and glimpses of how you can shape your room into your brainchild.
Pinterest serves as a gateway to design ideas.
This is the gateway to design ideas. Simply type in “Interior Design Philippines” and voila, a wide array of pins will appear before you. It contains photos of well-designed condos in the metro as well as tips like “10 hacks to make a small space look bigger.”
Also, there are some do-it-yourself (DIY) instructions on how to make quirky things out of neglected items such as rustic wood—yes, you can turn into a floating coffee cup shelf.
Ikeahackers.net
Who doesn’t love Ikea? It is considered to be a DIY heaven for mere mortals like us. We’re all looking forward to the day when it finally sets up shop here in the Philippines.
But for starters, this is a fun blog on how to remodel pieces of Ikea furniture into something more “you.” Each suggestion comes with instructions as well as before and after shots of the finished product.
Design-milk.com
This website has everything from architecture to travel. They will zoom in on the finishing touches—the final details wherein you’ll feel that the mission is, indeed, accomplished.
Some fun suggestions: standing desk that will have you ditching your chair, and curved, outdoor loungers made of stainless steel netting.
Thepeakofchic
Meet Jennifer Boles. She’s the author of “In with old: Classic décor from A to Z.”
Her instagram account is full of vibrant colors and brighter ideas on how to incorporate classic ideas into a modern setting. It is a meeting of minds where the past catches up with the present to make the most eye-catching nook and cranny in your own place.
Designspiration.net
Take it from the experts. This website features a design-savvy community where they exchange interior inspirations. It’s a good place to look if you’re thinking of what to put up on that very white wall of yours. From room looks to architecture to retro advertising, this website is truly a treasure trove.
