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Interior Design StudioStretch ceilings can be divided into groups not only by the type of canvas (matte, glossy, satin, etc.) and decorative function (white, color, with art printing, etc.), but also by the installation method. According to the installation method, stretch ceilings can be divided into ceilings with a harpoon installation system and ceilings with a wedge-shaped installation system. In this article, we will explore these methods in more detail.
Ceilings with a harpoon installation systemare made of a special PVC film, thickness (0.17-0.2 mm). The pattern is made according to a pre-measured room with a certain shrinkage coefficient.
The edges of the film cut and welded from the strips are upholstered with a special wedge-shaped tape – a harpoon. During installation, the harpoon, with the help of special blades, is inserted into the mounting profile – a baguette installed around the perimeter of the room. Such a procedure cannot be performed without preheating the film itself to a temperature of 60-70 degrees. The harpoon system allows you to stretch the ceiling in a very short time and with very high quality, because. after cooling, the film is stretched, forming a perfectly flat ceiling surface with no sagging. In harpoon systems, it is possible to partially and even completely dismantle the ceiling with subsequent installation in place – for example, in the event of flooding or major repairs. Perhaps the only drawback of the harpoon system is the presence on the ceiling after installation of the so-called seams. But you can’t call this problem too noticeable either. Modern technologies for welding PVC films make it possible to make the seams inconspicuous and almost invisible, with the correct location of the seams relative to the incident light.
Ceilings with a wedge-shaped installation system – made of fabric impregnated with vinyl. The width of the fabric is selected based on the width of the room with a small margin. Installation is carried out in special profiles mounted around the perimeter, without heating the material. The fabric is fixed with the help of special inserts – wedges, or a reserve cord by gradually pulling the fabric up to the moment of visible surface tension. Excess fabric is trimmed around the perimeter. In our market, such ceilings are offered under the brand name CAELLA and CLIPSO. Wedge-shaped ceilings have a higher price, and are a one-time product. In case of flooding, the ceiling must be replaced, and in case of partial dismantling for any reason, it is unlikely that it will be possible to return it to its place.
ATTENTION!
Recently, very cheap offers of stretch ceilings have appeared on the market in the price category from 300 per m2. I would like to warn against buying such products. They are made of PVC film used in the production of harpoon systems and, accordingly, outwardly they can look quite believable. And the editing is very similar – the same heating of the film. But there is no harpoon on the film and fixing is done in a U-shaped profile by installing wooden wedges that look like large matches. The film is cut off after fixing. Well, since it doesn’t look very aesthetically pleasing from below, the craftsmen did not find anything better than to close all this disgrace with a cheap PPU baguette. The only question is how long this ceiling will last and whether the ceiling film will jump out of such a construct after changes in humidity and temperature. Stretching such a “miracle” as it should is also very problematic and it is possible that under the pasted PPU baguette all the impulses and defects will be skillfully hidden.
Contact ionosfera and our experts will answer all your questions about stretch ceilings.
Luxury refurbishment is a particularly high quality and completely custom interior transformation solution apartment or house, which allows you to completely change the living space and make it exclusive, meeting the tastes, preferences and social status of the owner. Only elite renovation is able to give a completely new level of quality of living, a personal world of comfort, coziness and luxury. That is why this type of repair can be compared with the individual tailoring of an exclusive outfit: in the same way, the master designer will “take measurements” and develop the most accurate “pattern”, thanks to which the outfit will favorably emphasize all the advantages and competently hide the flaws of the “figure”. This suit will be only yours, because it will fit perfectly on your figure!
The category “elite” includes only the type of repair that is of the highest quality, impeccable performance and original design idea. Working on such a project, the designer first thoroughly studies the habits, customs and tastes of the owners of the living space in order to understand their household and aesthetic preferences as best as possible. Here it is important to clearly calculate every detail and embody the requirements of each family member in the overall the result was the best.
Elite refurbishment is based on three main components:
When choosing a designer for a luxury interior project, be sure to check out their portfolio and check out specialized websites of companies that carry out elite renovation of apartments. A photo gallery of their projects will help you make the right decision.
Any interior, even the most beautiful, comfortable and thought out to the smallest detail, sooner or later gets bored to the point of soreness. For some time we have been trying to achieve the effect of novelty by rearranging light pieces of furniture. But soon this will get boring. And then we think about the repair … But repair in this case is far from the best solution to the problem. There is a much easier, inexpensive and quick way to bring new bright notes to room design – this is a change of textiles. So let’s get started.
The color scheme of furniture upholstery significantly affects the overall perception of the color background of the room. That is why it is always better to purchase upholstered furniture with fully removable covers – and it is more convenient to wash, and it is not difficult to change to new ones of a different shade. Often, replacement covers can be purchased from the manufacturer of your furniture. And you can also discover a creative streak in yourself, turn on your imagination and sew them yourself. If the covers of the furniture are fixed, you can contact the companies involved in the upholstery of furniture, and there are a lot of them in any city. Carefully study their catalogs, while asking the consultant how much the color of the sample piece may differ in brightness and saturation from the color of the finished furniture covers. Make your choice and, voila, in a week or two you will have a “new” old upholstered furniture!
Bright colored printed patterns, striped and checkered, strict plain, embroidered with satin stitch or cross-stitch, with appliqués or fringe – pillows of different sizes, laid out on upholstered furniture, will become both an interior decoration and additional seating in case of a large reception of a group of friends, and favorite toys of the youngest family members.
Curtains not only decorate our windows and protect us from too bright sunlight in the early morning, when we still don’t want to get up. Curtains can become your main ally in space zoning, replacing doors. By the way, for the same purposes, you can use fabric screens purchased on the occasion or made on your own, which can be easily hidden in a wardrobe most of the time.
And we are talking not only about small rugs near the sofa or in front of the fireplace. Wall carpets are back in fashion. But, of course, not fleecy Persian ones, probably still kept in the houses of our grandmothers. Wall-mounted thin carpets with ethnic motifs or bright geometric patterns, as well as tapestries, are gaining popularity. Before mounting on the wall, they can be pulled on special wooden frames. This will avoid sagging.
While in a furniture store, be sure to pay attention to the sofas, armchairs and chairs so beloved by designers lately in large-knit knitted covers. These are quite easy to make on your own. If the scale of the work is a little scary, grab a knitted cushion cover, a knitted blanket, “dress up” indoor plants by tying covers for their plastic pots. The main thing – do not get carried away when knitting with contrasting stripes, give preference to plain yarn of discreet shades. It is better to concentrate on knitting – the more complex, more embossed it is, the more beautiful it will be. If you don’t feel like doing textile design on your own, contact ionosfera, we will be happy to help you!
Introducing the innovative ABB-free@home® system that transforms your apartment or house into a smart home. “Smart home“ can be controlled with using a switch, an ABB-free@home® panel, a web interface or a mobile app on a smartphone or tablet. You can easily adjust any of the functions individually or run complex scripts. The ABB-free@home® system gives a completely new sense of independence from space and time. From anywhere in the house and from anywhere in the world, you can conveniently switch lights, control blinds and adjust the temperature in the rooms.
The ABB-free@home® system does not require any additional construction work, as it does without special routes or separate cable ducts. If the walls are already prepared for the electrical installation, simply laying the bus cable is sufficient. ABB-free@home® is practical, convenient and energy efficient. The installation costs of the system are only marginally higher than the cost of traditional wiring. The ABB-free@home® system is manufactured in an environmentally friendly manner in accordance with the international standards IEC EN 60669 as well as IEC EN 50428. All devices are manufactured in an environmentally friendly manner within the RoHS directive.
A TV that is not noticeable… A TV that can be placed in any room… A TV that is an original element of decor that does not disturb the harmony of the interior… An old dream of designers around the world has become a reality!
The use of mirrors in the interior is a favorite of many designers, as they complicate the visualization of space and increase the amount of light. The unexpected transformation of one of the mirrors into an ultra-thin TV is an interesting and original solution worthy of a truly modern home.
Special attention should be paid to the unique technical characteristics of modern televisions, which can not only perform the functions of a TV, but also be a decoration of the house.
SLR TVs are produced in Germany, the USA, Japan and a number of other countries. These TVs are reliable, durable and have high technical characteristics.
A mirror turned into a multifunctional entertainment center will give you a crystal clear image born of glass for decades.
Fluorescent textiles are an innovation in the lighting industry, consisting of LED fiber that creates a light fabric. Its main advantages are: modern energy-saving technologies and the ability to use a color-light canvas in interior design of any complexity. Fluorescent textiles are a revolutionary way to interior design using light, textures and dynamic visual content. A unique lighting system that combines multicolor LEDs and colored fabric panels. A living wall that can integrate lighting solutions into the interior and highlight the concept of any room. The range of fabrics and the flexibility of the content provide creative potential. The combination of diffused light and the aesthetics of the material creates a fantastic effect. With design freedom and customizable content, the panels provide unlimited possibilities for creating a unique interior. The soft texture of the panels is able to absorb noise and soften the echo. Panels play a decorative and practical role in interior design.
Deciding on the need to reconstruction of a country house or cottage can be associated with both the physical deterioration of the building and the desire to transform your home . Accordingly, the purpose of this measure in any case will be to create improvements at the facility, and often in the adjacent territory. Reconstruction, along with a change in objective technical and economic indicators, is also of great practical importance: the use value (value) of the building for a private owner increases, as well as the commercial value of the cottage.
REGISTRATION OF DOCUMENTS FOR RECONSTRUCTION
However, one should not forget that, firstly, for individuals and legal entities there are somewhat different requirements for issuing a permit for the reconstruction of cottages, and secondly, the possibilities and breadth of the deployment of this event will also depend on the location and territorial affiliation of the land .
It should also be noted that sometimes even the use of heavy construction equipment at the facility may require permission, or even preliminary laboratory tests. It is better if the construction company undertakes not only the development of the project and design, but also the implementation of all additional activities, including those related to the coordination of this issue with the relevant local authorities. The task of the contractor at the first stage is to develop a project for the reconstruction of the cottage and, if necessary, to coordinate it.
CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONAL STRUCTURES
Since the reconstruction may include not only a change in the design and architectural and planning solutions of the space, but also the creation of additional structures on the land, difficulties in coordinating the project cannot be avoided. However, an experienced contractor always knows how to get around sharp corners and avoid pitfalls. That is why it is very important to find a reliable contractor who has solid experience in the market and has the skills to reconstruct cottages.
MODERNIZATION OF ENGINEERING SYSTEMS
With special seriousness it is necessary to treat the projects of reconstruction of cottages, including the modernization of engineering systems. However, this is an important point for the customer too: irrational laying of communications can cost a pretty penny and, as they say, go sideways. This issue also requires the advice of experienced professionals.
In conclusion, we can say that, despite the possible difficulties, the game is worth the candle: after the reconstruction, the cottage will begin a different life. Modern design is able to cause a real aesthetic pleasure in form and color, a successful architectural and planning solution will allow air to circulate calmly in the premises, and all sorts of improvements and innovations provide true comfort. Without a doubt, the increase in the cost of the cottage after its reconstruction is able to cover all the costs associated with it.
The METALMEK factory (Italy) presented a new brand of designer radiators – ARTEKALOR heated towel rails. In addition to unusual design solutions, the product assumes high quality and thermal performance.
The product line in the development of interior design and its implementation allows it to be used in rooms of various styles and purposes.
For example, the FLOX model is equally well suited for both the “PROVENCE” style and the “MINIMALISM” style. Moreover, in this model, as an option, there may be a different color LED backlight. This development is innovative.
Model KITON, in the form of multi-colored buttons, is well suited for creating compositions in playrooms and children’s rooms. It also has LED backlighting, has a high heat output and allows you to create independent compositional solutions.
Separately, it should be said about the TWENTY model, which can be used in almost any style interiors. This model has a great decorative potential, allowing you to succinctly fit radiators into the most exclusive interiors without the use of decorative screens. The model has dimensions of 20 * 20 centimeters, with a thickness of 5 centimeters, is composed of three modules. The modules can be placed both horizontally in the form of heated shelves and vertically in the form of panels. They also have multi-colored LED lights. For this model, there are various design solutions in appearance, ranging from puzzles and typesetting modules of any color to decorative pillows and high-tech panels.
Today, more than ever, the question of alternative high-efficiency energy-saving lighting sources that can reduce the growing demand for electricity is acute. At the same time, savings should not affect comfort.
Similar qualities are possessed by innovative LED lamps and energy-saving lamps, which have already replaced incandescent and fluorescent lamps. Currently, the leading countries of the world are actively abandoning the production and operation of traditional incandescent lamps and are switching to semiconductor light sources and energy-saving lamps.
The main technological advantages of LED and energy-saving lamps are:
Also, the advantages include the fact that these energy-saving light sources do not adversely affect people’s vision. They are also expected to have a long service life.
Indeed, LED lamps last a long time without replacing the light source. However, there are still a number of important advantages for this lighting solution. Small dimension allows you to install light sources in the most incredible places of the interior. The ability to adjust the brightness of the lighting depending on external conditions, as well as the use of motion sensors, has a positive effect on energy savings.
All of the above innovative lighting systems allow you to save electricity by almost 5 (!) Times compared to incandescent bulbs.
| Incandescent lamp | Fluorescent lamp | LED Lamp | |
| Lifetime | 1000-2000 hours | 5000-10000 hours | 50000-100000 hours |
| Energy Consumption | 100W | 20W | 10W |
| Safety | harmless | contain mercury | harmless |
| Recycle required | none | yes | none |
| Wet and dusty environments | maybe | unwanted, shortened lifespan | maybe |
| Delay On | none | yes | none |
| Frequent power on/off | reduces lifespan | reduces lifespan | does not affect lifetime |
| Heat lamp surface | 120 degrees | 60 degrees | 30 degrees |
| Vibration resistance | none | none | yes |
| Maintenance | often | moderate | rarely |
To the benefits of energy-saving light sources in terms of apartment design, houses, cottages and public premises include:
– a large selection in terms of style and appearance of fixtures.
