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New Feature of Background Color Quick Remove with 4Design
According to customers' feedback of edition difficult in
editing the sample materials, 4Design developed the background removal feature
in material editing module. 4Design add a transparent button in material edition
interface. After click the button, the interface will turn to transparent.
"In transparent interface, you can see three buttons: eraser, magic wand
button and recover. As the name says, eraser is used for clearing background
color and recover button is used for operation recover." Says Sanders Zhao,
leader of 4design R&D team, "When using magic wand, you need to set the
value of transparency level first. Move your mouse to the place where you want
to remove the background color and just click. Then all the same color in the
picture will be removed."
This new feature is mainly used for wallpaper and diatom ooze pattern design. It will be much easier to for wallpaper and diatom ooze manufacturer to clear the background color. With appropriate adjustments to brightness, the design will integrate well with the wall.
What is Soft Wall Panel and Its Benefuts
Soft
wall panel or soft wall tile mainly uses soft materials with soft,
pastel colors. It can soften the overall space atmosphere and add 3D
depth effect to your room.
Previously, soft pack mostly used in public place such as hotels, clubs, bar, meeting rooms etc. Nowadays, more people use it in their home decoration for its sound and shock proofing function. Soft wall panel can protect children from being hurt when they accidentally hit the wall. Compare to hard walls, soft materials is a better choice for kid's room.
More importantly, it has a sound-absorbing, sound insulation, moisture-proof, anti-collision function. Sound insulation of soft wall panel is three times than wood doors. It's especially practical for family which has elderly, children and poor sleep people. It can obviously reduce the noise from outdoor and indoor.
Soft wall panel is also very easy to maintain. It's not easy to be damaged because of its soft feature.
Surface treatment is also very easy. Use vacuum cleaner for daily dust clean. For stains, brush the spot with diluted detergent, and then wipe the foam with a clean cloth.
Soft wall panel is environmental since mostly soft panels surface are made with cloth and leather. When construction, simply paste them with environmental glue. This will simplify the early wall treatment process and reduce chemical pollution.
When decorating the room with soft wall panels, use 4Design software to generate wall panel designs in minutes and see intuitive effect of them in your real room. Then you will know which is best for your room.
Previously, soft pack mostly used in public place such as hotels, clubs, bar, meeting rooms etc. Nowadays, more people use it in their home decoration for its sound and shock proofing function. Soft wall panel can protect children from being hurt when they accidentally hit the wall. Compare to hard walls, soft materials is a better choice for kid's room.
More importantly, it has a sound-absorbing, sound insulation, moisture-proof, anti-collision function. Sound insulation of soft wall panel is three times than wood doors. It's especially practical for family which has elderly, children and poor sleep people. It can obviously reduce the noise from outdoor and indoor.
Soft wall panel is also very easy to maintain. It's not easy to be damaged because of its soft feature.
Surface treatment is also very easy. Use vacuum cleaner for daily dust clean. For stains, brush the spot with diluted detergent, and then wipe the foam with a clean cloth.
Soft wall panel is environmental since mostly soft panels surface are made with cloth and leather. When construction, simply paste them with environmental glue. This will simplify the early wall treatment process and reduce chemical pollution.
When decorating the room with soft wall panels, use 4Design software to generate wall panel designs in minutes and see intuitive effect of them in your real room. Then you will know which is best for your room.
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4Design Software Releases New Curtain Design Function
After adding auto 3d paving function in July, 4Design Software releases new
software version to improve the curtain and tile function in early August
according to customer feedback. The purpose of this new version is to add
curtain design feature which enables designing curtains with different parts
such as curtain body, curtain head, valance etc.
In early versions, customers can only edit color and fabric of the entire curtain. The curtain is not able to be edited separately. So some customers suggest us to add the function of curtain design." said Sanders Zhao, the R&D team leader of 4design software, "They want the software be able to change the color and fabric of different curtain parts separately. They also want to choose different parts of the curtain and combine them together to generate new curtain. So we develop the curtain design function."
With this new function, customers can crop their wanted parts of different curtains and store them in the software. These parts can be used to generate a new curtain. Different parts can be modified separately. For example, change the length of curtain body, amount of curtain wave, transparency of the valance etc.
This new version also optimizes the tile design function. More design factors are added to this module such as waist line design, triangle design and merge function. "We will continue improving curtain and tile design function in the future." said Sanders Zhao, "we will also add more new function. Our plan is to add mosaic design and rendering function in late August."
In early versions, customers can only edit color and fabric of the entire curtain. The curtain is not able to be edited separately. So some customers suggest us to add the function of curtain design." said Sanders Zhao, the R&D team leader of 4design software, "They want the software be able to change the color and fabric of different curtain parts separately. They also want to choose different parts of the curtain and combine them together to generate new curtain. So we develop the curtain design function."
With this new function, customers can crop their wanted parts of different curtains and store them in the software. These parts can be used to generate a new curtain. Different parts can be modified separately. For example, change the length of curtain body, amount of curtain wave, transparency of the valance etc.
This new version also optimizes the tile design function. More design factors are added to this module such as waist line design, triangle design and merge function. "We will continue improving curtain and tile design function in the future." said Sanders Zhao, "we will also add more new function. Our plan is to add mosaic design and rendering function in late August."
Why not Using 3D Wallpaper for Your Room?
Traditional wallpaper is supposed to be a simple decorative surface over the walls. Colors and patterns of traditional wallpapering types inform the rhythms of this offbeat design idea but are just the beginning of a unique alternative to boring old wall coverings. If you want to bring unbelievable visual experience to your monotonous room, you can try 3d wallpaper.
The curved and convex illusion of 3D wallpaper is liked by more and more young people. Here are some 3d wallpaper samples:
Pave pure color wallpaper in single wall is to strengthen the single wall visual effect and contrasted extended sense of other walls. Uneven wall brings excellent jumping visual.
White and black is eternal classic color collocation. When choose white and black as your wallpaper color theme, be sure that the style of waist and baseboard must match the wallpaper pattern style. Look the picture, the wall is waving! This is the charm of 3d wallpaper.
Original Article: http://www.4design.cn/en/IndustryListContext.aspx?ID=72
Original Article: http://www.4design.cn/en/IndustryListContext.aspx?ID=72
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Choose Resign Furniture for Your Home
Resin is a building material like ceramic, but it is several times harder than ceramic. Now resin material is widely used in lighting, furniture and crafts because it is easy to design the pattern and appearance. Resin furniture is a mainstay of many patios and outdoor areas: It is weather resistant and can be less expensive than similar furnishings made of wood or metal.
Resin furniture is the ultimate in low maintenance as it is both weather proof and lightweight. It is particularly easy to clean and maintain which makes furniture the perfect choice for children and any spillages. As resin furniture is so lightweight, it is advisable to store the furniture indoors however its lightweight nature means it is easy to transport.
Transparent resin is an awesome material used in arts and crafts industry. With different combinations, it can be used for jade imitation, stone imitation and porcelain imitation because of its unique crystal clear appearance. Imagination a crystal clear chair or desk in your house, is it awesome?
However, the price of transparent resin is expensive and the process is complex, so the major home accessories, furnishings and crafts are made of natural resin with different add-ones.
Original Article: 4Design News
Awesome Furniture Design and Rendering with 4Design
Awesome furniture designs! You can also make designs like these with 4design software even you have no drawing experiences!
Some Don't for Home Decorating
Don't Make Your Favorite Color the Main Color
If you love red, you don't have to choose it for your walls. Instead, choose a more subtle shade to provide a background that will let items in your favorite color really "pop."
Don't Ignore the Psychology of Color
Don't think that you can create a relaxing sanctuary in a room with red walls. Blue and green are more calming and relaxing. Choose red and orange for play rooms or family rooms where the action is. Select a color scheme to create the atmosphere you want in the room.
Don't Forget Color Undertones
Not all blue is blue. Not all whites are the same white. Look beyond the main color to see if the hue is light or dark, crisp or dull. Choose coordinating colors with the same intensity.
Don't Force a Color Scheme
Don't "make" things match. Just because you have a red print sofa doesn't mean that it will coordinate with any red stripe draperies. Choose your color family, identify the major pieces, decide what you have that will have a place in the room, and then recover, repaint, and coordinate all the elements. Find another place for or get rid of anything that doesn't fit your plan.
Don't Let Your Furniture Hug the Walls
Don't arrange the chairs, sofa, and tables all around the room unless you have no choice. Make groupings of furniture for conversations and pull pieces into the center of the room for a warmer feeling of comfort.
Don't Settle for Cheap
Don't choose a piece of furniture because of a pretty cover or fun color. First, see if it's well made, has interesting details or classic lines. If it does, you can always recover the upholstery in a fabric you choose or refinish the frame.
Don't Invest in Trends
Don't break you budget on pieces that are trendy. Trends come and go. You'll want to spend your precious resources on pieces that will last for a while. If you are attracted to crystal studded or fur-covered furniture, experiment with a less expensive crystal embellished lampshade or faux fur throw.
Distinguish Between Vintage and Antique Furniture
The term "vintage" is often used loosely just to mean "old". There's more to
vintage furniture than that. One way to define vintage is "representing the
highest quality of a past time".
Vintage furniture is usually very well made with a great attention to detail. It's characterized by maturity and a sense of appeal that withstands the test of time. A wide range of furniture styles can be considered vintage. Some furniture sellers use this term to refer to all sorts of furniture, including modern. It is used to describe originals and reproductions that can't be identified as antique. Some modern pieces are acknowledged as classics of the twentieth century and are labeled "vintage classics".
A piece of furniture is considered antique if it was created at least one hundred years before the date of purchase. It is a unique piece of furniture that has been left in its original state. Some people may like to buy old pieces of furniture with the purpose of refinishing them, but it is a good idea to find out their true value before making any changes.
True antiques have been created solely by hand and are imperfect. Small details and imperfections may be spotted, such as rungs and spindles that may not be uniform. Once furniture began being created by machine, pieces were reproduced identically. Also, wood shrinks with age so a true antique piece will not have uniform dimensions.
If you want to decorate your room with vintage furniture, you can try 4Design Software. Just take photos of the room and vintage furniture, then you will see the intuitive effect of the furniture in your room. For information, visit the software official site.
Vintage furniture is usually very well made with a great attention to detail. It's characterized by maturity and a sense of appeal that withstands the test of time. A wide range of furniture styles can be considered vintage. Some furniture sellers use this term to refer to all sorts of furniture, including modern. It is used to describe originals and reproductions that can't be identified as antique. Some modern pieces are acknowledged as classics of the twentieth century and are labeled "vintage classics".
A piece of furniture is considered antique if it was created at least one hundred years before the date of purchase. It is a unique piece of furniture that has been left in its original state. Some people may like to buy old pieces of furniture with the purpose of refinishing them, but it is a good idea to find out their true value before making any changes.
True antiques have been created solely by hand and are imperfect. Small details and imperfections may be spotted, such as rungs and spindles that may not be uniform. Once furniture began being created by machine, pieces were reproduced identically. Also, wood shrinks with age so a true antique piece will not have uniform dimensions.
If you want to decorate your room with vintage furniture, you can try 4Design Software. Just take photos of the room and vintage furniture, then you will see the intuitive effect of the furniture in your room. For information, visit the software official site.
Tips on 4Design Material Acquisition Function
Material Image Acquisition Function of 4Design Software:
A few details of material shooting you need to pay attention to:
The materials applied in the software (such as decorative materials, sample album, housing space, etc.), can be taken by digital cameras ,it can also be obtained by file scanning and other ways.
1, In the condition of uniform light, it is better to take picture outside;
2, When shooting it is better to keep a distance of one meter;
3, Please don’t take full picture in the screen;
4, Keep forehand and sample flat;
5, Be careful of color by the environment, it can be placed in the newspaper a plain background when shooting;
6, Do not open the flash of the digital camera.
For more information, visit:http://www.aliexpress.com/store/1218058 or contact via skype: fourdesign.software.
A few details of material shooting you need to pay attention to:
The materials applied in the software (such as decorative materials, sample album, housing space, etc.), can be taken by digital cameras ,it can also be obtained by file scanning and other ways.
1, In the condition of uniform light, it is better to take picture outside;
2, When shooting it is better to keep a distance of one meter;
3, Please don’t take full picture in the screen;
4, Keep forehand and sample flat;
5, Be careful of color by the environment, it can be placed in the newspaper a plain background when shooting;
6, Do not open the flash of the digital camera.
For more information, visit:http://www.aliexpress.com/store/1218058 or contact via skype: fourdesign.software.
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Curtain Choice Basics: Color, Fabric, Length and Lining
Curtains make a room -
but only when chosen correctly. When it comes to window treatments, color,
fabric, length and lining are the basic factors that affect the decoration
effect of your room.
Color
and Fabric
Fabric is an essential part of choosing curtains, since the material will dictate how well your curtains function and hold up over time. If they’re too heavy, they may not fold crisply when drawn; too light and they may not fall well.
For
a formal space, heavy silk or velvet both are great choices. More practical
options include silky rayon blends and cotton sateen. For a casual feel,
billowy linen and crinkly crushed velvet are the first choice. Cotton and
cotton blends work with any type of decor and bring a crisp, neat feel, as does
the season less wool or wool blends.
Some
fabrics can help keep out the cold. Many hotels use suede, velvet, tapestry, or
tweed since their weight helps block light and keep heat in. Still, nearly any
fabric can be interlined with bump, a thick, insulating felt material. And
interlining—a piece of fabric slipped between the lining and the face
fabric—can also help prolong the life of the curtains.
Color
is basically chosen according to the background color of the room. You need to
decide if you want the curtains to blend with the decor or to pop. For
blending, pick curtains that are the same tone as the wall but a few shades
darker, or choose a non-dominant subtle color in the room (a soft shade from
the rug, say). A bold color will work like an exclamation point (if you’re
looking to add some wow). Also keep in mind that in a space where the sun
shines through unlined curtains, the color will infuse the room. Blue can be
eerie; pink, cheery.
However,
sunlight is also an important factor for curtain color choice since sunlight
will fade fabrics over time. If the room gets a lot of light, it's smart to
avoid bright colors, since they tend to fade faster. Still, if you like to
change out your rooms often, you can be less concerned with fading.
Length
and Lining
Before you take out the tape measure, decide how high above the window you'd like the curtains to begin. Floor-length is the way to go, unless there’s a radiator or a deep sill in the way. Measure from the floor to where you’ll hang the rod, then round up. You can always have the dry cleaner hem them a bit if needed.
Hanging
panels higher than the window will give a sense of height to the room.
Designers often hang curtains about six inches above the window frame, but for
a dramatic look, some go higher.
Measure
the height from the top of the window (plus the added inches of height where
the curtains will hang from) to the floor. For a more traditional look, with
the curtain slightly puddled on the floor, you'll want to add another two or
three inches to your length. For a modern, crisp look, have the panel fall
flush with the floor.
When
measuring the width of your window, be sure to add four to eight inches on both
sides and double the total number to ensure curtain fullness. Then you won't
block a lot of window glass when the curtains are open, and they won't get in
the way.
If
you plan to use the curtains to shut out the sun, those extra inches around the
perimeter of your window frame will also help block out any creeping light.
At
last, you can simply use 4Design Software for Curtain Design. With this
software, you can design your favorite curtain styles and see the intuitive
display effect in your room. Watch this video for more detail:
What to See at 2014 Decorator's ShowHouse
There’s
plenty to see at the 2014 Decorator’s ShowHouse until it closes on May 11.
Decorators and interior designers came together at Greystone’s Villa D’Ambra to
create rooms sure to inspire the inner decorator in all visitors. Here are 10
things you definitely need to see while touring the house:
Pops
of color
The
first thing to note about the 2014 Decorator’s ShowHouse is the use of color
throughout each room. The library walls are outfitted in a bright, raspberry
color, while the furniture in the living room has hints of spring greens and
blues. Attendees can reference the exact Benjamin Moore paint colors used in
each room in the program book.
Architecture
The
remodeled rooms in Villa D’Ambra aren’t the only attraction this year. The
house itself is also a sight to see. The Mediterranean-style, 12,000
square-foot house is completely unique. Michael and Michelle D Ambra built the
house in 1994, but remodeled based on inspiration from the couple’s time living
in France. The outside features a limestone, 3,000 pound arch with a gate
guarded by two lions. The roof is made of Mexican tile with copper gutters. The
inside features a 28-foot high foyer with Italian tile.
Another
sight to see is the 64-light crystal chandelier imported from what was once
known as Czechoslovakia.
Ode
to Birmingham
Jay
Howton & Associates designed the dining room to tell a tale of a
well-traveled couple with a love for their city of residence. In fact, the back
wall of the room reflects their admiration for the Magic City. Three historical
images applied to aluminum depicting landmarks such as the Alabama Theater and
Vulcan grace the wall. A harp in the corner represents the Alabama Symphony
Orchestra, according to Howton.
Chic
office space
The
third bedroom in the house may be decked out in calming colors such as gray,
silver, neutrals and lavender, but it doesn't mean that it can’t double as a
stylish work space. On the left wall sits a Lucite desk. It’s definitely a chic
way to get some work done in a relaxing environment.
Repurposed
items
Remodeling
a home doesn't always have to mean breaking the back. The house’s second
bedroom is fashioned like a small man cave with fishing and sports decals all
over the walls and plaid bedding. Two interesting details in the room are the
headboards on the two twin beds. G & G Interior Design made them out of
warehouse pallets, turning something old into something totally new and
stylish.
The
same goes for the maid’s room on the first floor designed by Virginia College
students. Shoes are the dominant decorative piece throughout the room, but
footwear isn't the only accessory being put to use. Students used regular belts
as curtain ties.
Personalized
touches
Who
says curtains have to be boring? The man cave-style upstairs bedroom curtains
are far from it. G & G Interior outfitted the windows with a plain pair of
white curtains with a twist. Sewn across the panels are stretches of multi-colored
zig zag fabric that adds an interesting detail in an unexpected place.
Fun
cookware
Just
because it’s a barbeque pit, doesn't mean it can’t also work as a decorative
piece. The orange, pig-shaped grill in the breakfast room works perfectly into
the colorful theme of the breakfast room created by Christine’s + Bagatelle.
All of the elements together create a vibrant atmosphere reminiscent of the
Southwest.
Unique
seats
The
barstools in the kitchen add a touch of fun to the room designed by Kelly Kirkland.
One stool in particular is outfitted with bike pedals.
Different
floral arrangements
Roses
and lilies need not apply when it comes to the first bedroom upstairs. On the
bed sits a different kind of floral arrangement resting in a blown glass vase filled
with water and flowers. The arrangement fits right in with other unique pieces
in the room.
Dog
paintings
Dog
people unite! The loft area located upstairs has a corner completely dedicated
to man’s best friend. Two pieces of wall art portray two pooches like the
royalty that they are by outfitting them with crowns. The paintings fit nicely
with the royal and court jester theme of the space designed by Bill Aroosian.
This article is original write by Mia Watkins on al.com.
Interior Designs with 4Design Software
Some
wonderful designs by 4Design Software! Which one is your favorite?
Introduction of 4Design Software
4Design
software for decoration material choice is professional terminal sales software
which is mainly used in decoration market. With this software, you can choose
different decoration materials according to customers’ demands and provide them
intuitive decoration effect picture. Customers can choose all kinds of
decorative materials, including wallpaper, curtain, carpet, floor, tile,
mosaic, mural, soft pack, emulsion paint, furniture, wooden door, ceiling,
cloth, stones and so on.
Here are some effect pictures:
Bedroom Decoration Effect Picture:
Wallpaper Design and Paving:
Curtain
Design and Display:
Tiling Effect Display:
Soft Wall Tile Effect Display:
Bathroom Design:
