Everyone’s got an inner child, but mine seems to be demanding more attention these days. From my uncontrollable desire to eat brownies for breakfast to my refusal to put away my clothes like I should, my inner child is holding court in a major way. In addition to the excess sweets and household laziness, I find myself drawn to pom poms in an almost obsessive way. This tiny, cheerful decorative detail has always been a favorite of mine, but I swore them off for a few years because I knew they did little to help me convince people that I was 30 and not 20. I’ve always had a soft…
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Kitchen of the Week: Small Kitchen, Big View (4 photos)
Houzz27 Jan 2012 | 2:14 pmThe owners of this Victorian-style home loved its traditional style and period details except when it came to the kitchen. Set in the back of the house, the small kitchen was tucked into a 12-foot wide space, had little storage and room to move around in. The couple hired Hanson... -
Color Me Pretty: Pops of Pink
decor827 Jan 2012 | 4:27 amHello friends, it is Leslie here with January’s edition of Color Me Pretty. How are you? I hope that you are doing good and I’m happy to be with you for another year on decor8 with my column. I hope you enjoy and look forward to my color stories and craft ideas each month. For January, I find myself thinking about bright fluorescent pink during these long rainy days in the Pacific Northwest. It’s definitely a trend, I see it everywhere at the moment – especially in fashion, on blogs and over at Pinterest! Instead of mixing bright pink with the typical winter grey I thought… -
Color of the Day… Crackle White
Mottega Blog11 Jan 2012 | 11:45 amThere’s something about the month of January that calls to mind crisp, white snowfall and frost bitten fields. Despite the fact that our offices are located in Dallas, TX where we rarely enjoy this wintery weather, we like to imagine the wonderland it can create. Our “Color of the Day” is Crackle White for obvious reasons. If nothing else, we can dream of snow! 1. Gobstopper Pearl Lei, Amanda Pearl 2. Feather Trimmed d’Orsays, BHLDN 3. Marble Books, Kelly Wearstler 4. Capri / Crackle / Metal Brass / Acrylic Sphere / Ivory Flat Drum Lamp, Mottega 5. White Wash Modern… -
Blue + Yellow Workspace: Get the look!
The Office Stylist24 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am(1) Cobalt Binder (2) Over Easy Mousepad (3) “Chinese Food” Pencil Cup (4) Ceramic Memo Board (5) White Stylin’ Calculator (6) Jumbo Paper Clips (7) Butt Station Desk Organizer Green Related posts:Things we Love: Stylish Office Supplies Ceramic Memo Board- much better than plain paper to-do lists! Editor’s Picks: Summer Time at the Office
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Emeco’s Sezz Chair
27 Jan 2012 | 1:25 pmThe wonderful world of aluminum – it’s cool to the touch and visually modern. One of my favorites has always been the Navy chair by Emeco, as well as so many of their handcrafted aluminum chairs. So, I was delighted to see new additions to this well-known family - the Sezz Collection of chairs, stools and swivel chairs, designed by the French designer Christophe Pillet with Emeco. Sezz Designed With Christophe Pillet for Emeco. Who Sezz A Chair Can’t Make You Happy? Combining the craftsmanship Emeco is known for and the artistry of Christophe Pillet, the Sezz chair was designed… -
Bretford’s PE Presentation Cabinet
27 Jan 2012 | 12:24 pmPerhaps the 3rings audience is too young to remember the early 90s Canadian sketch comedy show “The Kids in the Hall,” the title of which is certainly appropriate for an Education-themed post. Though, on first glance, the PE Presentation Cabinet by manufacturer Bretford reminds me of a particular skit by that troupe, decidedly un-educational in its purview. PE Presentation Cabinet. Manufactured by Bretford. Bretford’s PE Presentation Cabinet is a Generously-Sized Dry Erase Board that Saves Floor and Closet Space The question of saving space is apropos of the above. In the skit, a… -
Fresh and Modern: Retrospect Collection by Carolina
27 Jan 2012 | 11:45 amCarolina Business Furniture, which specializes in furnishings for the healthcare market, designs contract furniture with style and panache. Their Retrospect collection will make anyone contemplate the past and the present. While healthcare furniture of the past sacrificed good design in the name of functionality, today’s products offer both attractiveness and practicality. Retrospect Collection. Manufactured by Carolina Business Furniture. Flexible Furniture for Healthcare Applications The number of pieces in the Retrospect line allows people to “personalize and update space designs.”… -
Finished in Felt: The Dolores Pendant Lamp by Shine Labs
27 Jan 2012 | 11:18 amNot that we’re bragging, but the pendant lamps in our new Designer Pages New York City office are right up there in some of the best lighting out there. Using 100% felt wool to shape the scalloped shade, the Dolores Pendants by Shine Labs not only creating an inviting feel in the office space, they’re also environmentally responsible. Dolores Pendant. Designed by Shine Labs. The Wool Felt Shade Warms Up the Dolores Pendant by Shine Labs in Orange or Anthracite Across the states from our NY headquarters, the San Francisco-based Shine Labs “offers a meticulously curated… -
Branch Into Green: The Urban Tree by Gerardo Belmonte for Groopti
27 Jan 2012 | 11:12 amWhen I visited Spain’s city of Valencia two years ago, I strolled along the cobblestone streets, took in the aquarium, and relaxed in the warm sunshine that soaked this coastal town. Claiming this beautiful site as his hometown, designer Gerardo Belmonte was clearly influenced by the relaxed, beautiful style of Valencian living when he came up with the cardboard furniture piece he calls Urban Tree for Groopti. Urban Tree. Designed by Gerardo Belmonte. Manufactured by Groopti. A Green Giant: The Urban Tree Coat Hanger Design by Gerardo Belmonte for Groopti With Belmonte’s help, the…
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weekly wrap up + atelier de troupe
27 Jan 2012 | 1:00 pmThe rain has finally stopped in Brooklyn so I think it’s time to stretch my legs and leave the couch I’ve been slowly sinking into. Before I call it a day, I wanted to wrap up this week with some lights I’ve been crushing on all day, courtesy of Amy. I’ve been looking for swing-arm sconces for our office for a few weeks and these just shot straight to the top of my list. Sadly they’re outside of our budget, but I can still look. That brass and black metal combo is so chic. Click here to check out (and shop) the full lighting collection from Atelier de Troupe… -
in the kitchen with: gaby dalkin’s spicy roasted broccolini quinoa salad
27 Jan 2012 | 12:00 pmAfter last week’s brownies, I thought I’d give everyone a break from the high-sugar, high-fat splurge with a very healthy recipe. Chef Gaby Dalkin has whipped up the perfect dish to restore balance to your diet, a Spicy Roasted Broccolini Quinoa Salad. I’m not one to talk about how wonderful salads sound, but even I’ll admit that there are salads, and there are salads. And this salad sounds so good (and easy to prepare and clean up after) that I can’t wait to try it out! — Kristina About Gaby: Gaby Dalkin works as a private chef and food stylist in and around the Los Angeles… -
outside in: muscari makeover
27 Jan 2012 | 11:00 amThe only natural joy left in mid-winter (aside from citrus fruit) are forced bulbs. Now is the time when muscari start to show up in every grocery store and corner bodgeda for less than a latte. Sometimes called grape hyacinth, they are better know as simply the only fool-proof cure for seasonal affective disorder. Winter. It ends! When you see one pot, buy two. When you see two, buy three. They each cost $5, a pittance for such pleasure. Students, today’s lecture will talk about turning the the little blue wonders of the plant world into seasonal displays for your home, either through… -
pom pom parade
27 Jan 2012 | 10:00 amEveryone’s got an inner child, but mine seems to be demanding more attention these days. From my uncontrollable desire to eat brownies for breakfast to my refusal to put away my clothes like I should, my inner child is holding court in a major way. In addition to the excess sweets and household laziness, I find myself drawn to pom poms in an almost obsessive way. This tiny, cheerful decorative detail has always been a favorite of mine, but I swore them off for a few years because I knew they did little to help me convince people that I was 30 and not 20. I’ve always had a soft… -
whorled felt rug
27 Jan 2012 | 9:00 amOne trend I’m not quite ready to let go of is anything agate or geode inspired. Whether it’s the stones themselves or something reminiscent of their swirly interiors, that specific style always intrigues me. This gorgeous whorled felt rug at Anthropologie is a perfect example — dreamy, handstitched and inspired by one of the most beautiful stones, a Brazilian fire agate. Amy and I are on the hunt for two rugs for the D*S office, and while this isn’t quite right for us, I’m hoping someone out there will scoop it up so we can live vicariously through their purchase.
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Design Calendar: Jan. 27-Feb. 17, 2012 (5 photos)
27 Jan 2012 | 8:44 pmIf you're a fan of Mid-century Modern, you won't want to miss Palm Spring's 7th annual Modernism Week. Sip cocktails by Frank Sinatra's piano-shaped pool, or watch the latest Eames documentary as you take in the desert's signature aesthetic. Head to sunny Orlando, Florida and see the... -
9 Ways to Use Rich, Dark Paint (10 photos)
27 Jan 2012 | 4:53 pmColor plays such an important role in interior design. A room's entire mood can be enhanced or completely ruined by one decision. The wrong decision can mask interesting design details, help create an uninteresting space or throw everything out of balance. But, when the color is just right, everything... -
Kitchen of the Week: Small Kitchen, Big View (4 photos)
27 Jan 2012 | 2:14 pmThe owners of this Victorian-style home loved its traditional style and period details except when it came to the kitchen. Set in the back of the house, the small kitchen was tucked into a 12-foot wide space, had little storage and room to move around in. The couple hired Hanson... -
2012 Trends: New Tile Styles for Living Spaces (10 photos)
27 Jan 2012 | 1:03 pmYou probably think "kitchen and bath" when you think of tile, but it's widely used in living spaces, too, and has been for millennia. In fact, some of the top companies making tile today are based in Spain and Italy, where you can see tile from centuries ago... -
Guest Picks: Wooden Whimsy (19 photos)
27 Jan 2012 | 12:26 pmDon't you just love when beautiful design and play intersect? I'm constantly on the lookout for gorgeous toys and kids room decor that both look amazing and spark creativity. These wooden, whimsical wonders fit the bill. Heather from Cool Progeny...
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Color Me Pretty: Pops of Pink
27 Jan 2012 | 4:27 amHello friends, it is Leslie here with January’s edition of Color Me Pretty. How are you? I hope that you are doing good and I’m happy to be with you for another year on decor8 with my column. I hope you enjoy and look forward to my color stories and craft ideas each month. For January, I find myself thinking about bright fluorescent pink during these long rainy days in the Pacific Northwest. It’s definitely a trend, I see it everywhere at the moment – especially in fashion, on blogs and over at Pinterest! Instead of mixing bright pink with the typical winter grey I thought… -
Stylist Jenni Juurinen
24 Jan 2012 | 5:50 amI really like the work of stylist Jenni Juurinen in Finland and find these two photos from her portfolio quite lovely, particularly the spoons dipped in neutral color paints and the gorgeous wallpaper… I found Jenni via Emmas inspirational pinboard… Don’t you just love Emma’s eye? I do. She really curates such lovely pins and her love of white, clean spaces makes her a kindred spirit of mine for sure! Here are a few more from Jenni’s portfolio – I think the pendant lights with the wooden beads are amazing and wonder who makes them. Such a clever idea! -
SlowWood
24 Jan 2012 | 5:15 amI spotted this gorgeous furniture designed and made in the Netherlands and couldn’t help but share it with you. Magnificent! It’s from a company called SlowWood, have you heard of them before? I really appreciate that each piece is handmade by a local Fryslan craftsmen in solid wood with 100% natural finishes and mineral paint and I love their clean, modern look and feel. Found via: Visje bij de thee. (images: Ben and Tatjana from Studio Aandacht) Please note: daily news and quicklinks are excluded from the RSS feed. Get the scoop on the latest finds directly on decor8! (in the… -
Interior Swings – Hot or Not?
23 Jan 2012 | 7:19 amHave you noticed that interior swings, particularly popular in loft spaces, seem to be catching on more and more? You will even spot a few swings in my book, purposely put there because I thought they were fun though admittedly quirky and unconventional. When I got a press release this morning from Svvving, I just had to show you their, “Exceptional interior swings for adults” to get your honest opinion. So here’s what I’m referring to… From Svvving, “Ideal for large residential areas and lofts interiors spaces, this beautiful unusual object used alone or… -
Accepting Natural Pauses + Japan Inspired
23 Jan 2012 | 5:45 amGood morning friends and happy new week to you! I want to share a little inspiration from Japan and nature today but first I thought I’d talk about something I sense a lot of you are feeling lately – unmotivated! Personally, I finally feel like I’ve come out from under a big blanket that covered me from new year’s until today! I’ve been inspiration-challenged and unmotivated, like my creative fuel tank was at 1/4 and slipping rapidly towards empty! I get this feeling each and every January and attribute it to nature’s way of saying, “Slow down. Rest…
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Tim Cook Outraged Over New York Times Accusations That Apple Abuses Worker’s Rights in Chinese Factories
27 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pmToday a leaked internal email from Apple CEO Tim Cook expressed outrage over the New York Times‘ scathing exposé revealing the harsh working conditions of Apple’s many Chinese suppliers. Cook insisted that Apple has done and will continue to do everything they can to improve worker conditions, and he even questioned the validity of the New York Times article, saying “Any suggestion that we don’t care is patently false and offensive to us. As you know better than anyone, accusations like these are contrary to our values. It’s not who we are.” Read the rest of Tim Cook… -
Villa Escudero’s Waterfall Restaurant Serves Philippine Cuisine at the Foot of the Falls
27 Jan 2012 | 5:58 pmRead the rest of Villa Escudero’s Waterfall Restaurant Serves Philippine Cuisine at the Foot of the Falls Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: eco restaurant, eco vacation, eco-resorts, Environment, environmental, environmental resort, green resorts, green restaurant, green vacation, labasin falls, Nature, nature restaurant, Philippines, philippines resort, sustainable resorts, sustainable restaurant, sustainable vacation, villa escudero, villa escudero resort, waterfall resort, waterfall restaurant, waterfalls -
PHOTOS: San Francisco’s Southern Pacific Brewing is a Tree-Filled Beer Sanctuary in a Renovated Warehouse
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6 Green Roof Resorts from Around the World!
27 Jan 2012 | 5:54 pmRead the rest of 6 Green Roof Resorts from Around the World! Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: eco lodges, eco lodging, eco resort, eco roof, green roof, green roof cover, green roof hotel, heat island reduction, rain water, roughing it green retreat, storm water retention, vegetated roofs -
Irish Artist Builds the World’s First 1.4 Billion Euro Home From Shredded Bills
27 Jan 2012 | 5:52 pmWhat makes a home worth a million dollars? How about a billion dollars? Irish artist Frank Buckley has taken this question to its logical extreme by building his very own home made from 1.4 billion Euro notes! Graced with very strict permission from the Central Bank of Ireland, Buckley has constructed and now lives in a home made entirely of shredded decommissioned Euros. He formed the bills into 6 inch by 2 inch bricks, each of which contains around 40 to 50 thousand Euros. The three-room house is an amazing exercise in recycled materials as well as a social statement on Ireland’s…
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Rock, paper, kitchen!
11 Jan 2012 | 3:19 pmIt is hard to keep re-inventing the wheel and kitchen cabinets are no different – after all, it is a box, with a couple of hinges and a door. You change it too much and it will simply not function… The top European kitchen manufacturers are facing an ongoing dilemma – year after year, to come up with something new and exciting . The kitchen industry is really a fashion-driven business, and just like the clothing designers, kitchen manufacturers are doing whatever they can to be different and to pioneer a new look, one that will set them apart and get them noticed. One of… -
Recession winds are blowing in the kitchen…
25 Nov 2011 | 12:26 pmWe already know that the kitchen industry is not recession proof. Though most companies have held up pretty well so far, we are starting to some some cracks in the road to recovery. Some are pretty wide and deep… The companies who seem to be effected the most, by the world recession, are a few of the largest companies. Perhaps their sheer size, makes it so much harder to adjust to though times and make the unnecessary adjustments quickly. If you look at the 10 largest European Companies, you can see the effect of the global economy – Nobia, the largest European kitchen group… -
Just not granite…
1 Oct 2011 | 4:01 pmWhat happened to the good old granite counter top? For many years, granite was the number one choice for kitchen counter tops, but in the last 10 years, less and less of it is being used, to the point that you hardly see any granite tops, especially in European kitchen designs. The main problem is that granite is simply ‘played out’… People are just tired of it, after using it in kitchens for so many years and it’s not just in the kitchen – you see it everywhere – on the side of city buildings, on the bank’s floor, and even in public bathrooms…… -
SplinterWorks – Functional Sculpture
31 Aug 2011 | 10:39 amFormed in 2009, by Miles Hartwell and Matt Withington and located just south of London, SplinterWorks is one of the best examples of ‘applied arts‘ I’ve seen in recent years. They have delivered projects all over the world, in the USA, UAE, Southern Ireland, Cyprus, France, Italy and even one in Australia. SplinterWorks have a particular affinity with developing work that re-thinks how we prepare, cook and experience food. They bring the activities of the kitchenout of the grid shaped room at the back of the house and into… -
cunKitchen … take your kitchen to where you live
23 Jul 2011 | 1:31 pmyou don‘t need much to do something right… and even less to do it wrong. paulBocuse cunKitchen … take your kitchen to where you live take the kitchen to where you go onto your terrace, to your garden, alongside your swimming pool, and – last but not least – in your kitchen … or use it …for elegant front cooking, the professional demonstration kitchen and exclusive event cooking. cunKitchen … take your kitchen to where you live the versatile…
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Is There Anything Marc Newson Hasn’t Designed?
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Carleton Varney on Teaching Dorothy Draper’s Design
24 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pmThe interior designer, who is starting the Dorothy Draper School of Decorating, on the ways people can improve the way they live. -
‘Folk Tales’ Opens at the New York Design Center
24 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pmA show at the 1stdibs gallery at the New York Design Center includes items for sale like painted furniture, a 1920s game wheel and a circa 1890 goat sculpture. -
Design Perfectionists at Home
24 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pmThe design perfectionist is a breed that outfits its habitat not according to style or fashion, but to a set of fastidious inner rules. -
Moss, the SoHo Design Emporium, Is Closing
24 Jan 2012 | 11:00 pmAfter 18 years in business, the SoHo design emporium is shutting down its retail space on Greene Street.
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Tropical Hideaway Near Bali”s Valley of the Kings: Viceroy Resort
28 Jan 2012 | 3:55 amNestled on a hill near Bali’s Valley of the Kings, Viceroy Bali Resort&Spa offers accommodation units that combine comfort and privacy. The 25 villas of the resort are integrated within this scenic landscape, allowing each of the guests here to enjoy exquisite views from the comfort of their cottage-like dwelling. Despite their partially-rustic appearance, the villas come with the latest electronic amenities, as well as a pool and private outdoor spaces for relaxation. Some of the features of the resort include a bar with a famous collection of scotches and cognacs, a restaurant… -
Charming Madrid Residence With Feminine Touches
27 Jan 2012 | 11:35 amBy using various bespoke furniture items, interior decorator Maria de la Osa managed to create a stunning feminine appeal to this Madrid house, turning it into a space filled with patterns, serene colors and bespoke furniture. A mirror table adorns the middle of the living room, gently reflecting the colors and textures of its surroundings. The spotlight in the living space is on the beautiful transition between the space used for entertaining and the space used for dining – a double-sided furniture item that shelters books on one side and kitchen cabinets on the other. The dining area… -
A Rough Door Knob Design: Bang Bang Handle by Nikita Kovalev
27 Jan 2012 | 9:20 amFew people love guns. However, this unusual door-knob entitled Bang Bang Handle and designed by Nikita Kovalev does not necessarily appeal to the violent type, but rather to the extravagant persons, the ones who like to stand out of the crowd. I did not find any information about this design actually being produced, so I imagine it is currently just a concept. It is also not clear how exactly the product works. Does pulling the trigger have anything to do with activating the handle mechanism and opening/closing the door, or is it just there to intimidate? All in all, this door knob is… -
Exquisite Tribeca Loft Featuring Must-See Details
27 Jan 2012 | 6:05 amDisplaying a stylish collection of furniture and furnishings, this Tribeca loft fascinates with its 3, 428 square feet of charming living spaces. Occupying the entire fourth floor of a residential building on Hubert Street, this safe house features not only exceptional interiors, but also a state of the art security system via private key locked elevator. Stepping inside the light-flooded collection of spaces, one can see that high-tech features help in offering the inhabitants a comfortable lifestyle, like the programmable lighting system, screening facilities, sound system or electric… -
Versatile Structure Housing Living and Working Spaces
27 Jan 2012 | 5:02 amLocal architectural studio Fitzsimmons Architects designed the versatile structure that is not only a home, but also an architectural office and design workshop. A budget of $290K went into constructing this dream modern home located in downtown Oklahoma City. Rising two stories in the air, the OKasian House occupies what used to be 3 buildings demolished in the 80′s. This amazing versatile structure might remind you of the Oklahoma Case Study House featured on Freshome. According to the architects, “The form is mathematically influenced by numerals important to the owners, and…
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In The Modern World » Bridges We Love
27 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pmby Tim NewcombCables and abutments went fancy for a distinct purpose: to convey passersby—not folks whizzing past on vehicles—with personality. Here’s a selection of bridges that are anything but pedestrian. -
Event Spotlight » Dwell Lounge at Sundance
27 Jan 2012 | 5:34 pmby Aaron BrittDwell brought its modern design prowess to the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, last weekend by kitting out a happening lounge at 427 Main Street. With the help of San Francisco interior designer David Mast and the good offices of Brent Jespersen and Ryan Church of Jespersen Design and Poliform SLC, we transformed an old restaurant into one of the hottest hangouts in town. The space was done in conjunction with the Gansevoort Group and the One Group and over the course of the weekend it held premiere parties, star-studded dinners, and a conversation with the… -
Dwellings » Builder's Special
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Dwellings » True Value
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Week in Review » Friday Finds 01.27.12
27 Jan 2012 | 2:18 pmby Diana BuddsIf you've been itching to find out what's piqued our interest this week, you're in luck. This week in Friday Finds, a letterpress documentary, people who make themselves at home in Ikea's vignettes, and the answer to why TNG's Wesley Crusher always sports sparkly vests.
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27 Jan 2012 | 12:16 pmNew York Public Library Turns its 19th Century Photo Collection Into 3D Animated GIFs… presumably to entice young things into its archives. fastcoexist.com: All The Food You Eat Is Why You’re Fat (But it’s not your fault.) Check out our own contributor Simon Yuen’s work over at ADX Portland. The super huge toolbox is something else. Whoa: Drawingmachine by Eske Rex handdrawnquotes via @ecosalon Smart! Bind together a document with nothing more than a hole punch, rubberband and a paper clip: emmi.co.uk via Unconsumption Lists of Note via @presentcorrect Boohoo. Moss is closing. -
Dovetail Animals by Karl Zahn
27 Jan 2012 | 11:08 amYeah, the Animal Boxes sure were cute, weren’t they? Now Karl Zahn has created a set of three wooden shapes, whose dovetail joints fit together to form an animal. Collect more than one and create hybrids (see video below). Material: Solid Beech wood with natural tung oil Available for pre-order. Approximate ship date: 3/15/2012 AREAWARE | Dovetail Animals by Karl Zahn from AREAWARE on Vimeo. -
Hankie Pocketbook
27 Jan 2012 | 9:59 amCan you think of a better name for this than ‘Hankie Pocketbook’? How about Pocket Square Notebook? Or anything else slightly less fru-fru than ‘hankie’. Of course, the dapper gentleman/women has permission to call it by anything he or she wishes, just be aware that there are alternatives that don’t make you sound like you’re a hundred years old (not that there is anything at all wrong with sounding like a hundred year old person). This notebook has 60 ruled pages of acid-free paper and is available in 3 colors: Red, Cream… -
Paint Chip Placemats
27 Jan 2012 | 9:45 amIf your table is feeling a little dreary (January seems to do that to things), perhaps you need a few colorful placemats to cheer things up? Don’t worry, I’ll not mention that dreadful holiday that happens mid February, I’ll just say that the red color way is particularly lovely and warm. Oh, and there’s also Paintchip Table Runners too, if you’re interested. Paint names are in english and french. 2 placemats for $18 each. ($36) 4 placemats for $15 each. ($60) 6 placemats for $15 each. ($90) 8 placemats for $13 each. ($104) * shipping included to Canada and USA. -
Binic Table Lamp
26 Jan 2012 | 11:32 amThe Binic Table Lamp has long been on my admired list, but I had no idea that it was so petite. Measuring just 8″ in height, it was intended as more of a ‘take-away’ item, and its easy to move scale provides a very personal sized light. Designer Ionna Vautrin was inspired by windsocks on boats, and if she had to define the lamp in three words, she would say it is “cute, colorful, and small.” Take a look at the video below to see Vautrin discuss the lamp and its inspiration. Binic by Foscarini Designer: Ionna Vautrin Material(s): Polycarbonate, Aluminium…
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Shayton Equilibrium Supercar
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Vintage 12" Salvaged Steel Italic Sign Letter from Relique
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The literal growth of Manhattan over time
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LED lighting is going to create some interesting chandeliers such as this
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A table with a jagged edge for books
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The splendour of empty Parisian theaters – a metaphor for a dead culture
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100% Storage: Wooden Table Made Up of Secret Spaces
27 Jan 2012 | 10:00 am[ Filed under Storage & Shelves & in the Furniture category ] Every kind of conceivable opening is built into this multifaceted rectangular table that swings, slides, pivots and bends open on all sides. Naoki Hirakoso put work, though, not only into the openings but in how they would look and work when closed – subtly abstract lines traced around the sides of this otherwise plain and linear box. Simple light-colored, gloss-finished plywood contrasts with the dark recesses that emerge when the panels and drawers flip open, creating contrast without variations in color. Keep… -
Pebble-Like Wall Switches add Rock-Solid Style to Any Room
26 Jan 2012 | 4:00 pm[ Filed under Hardware & Fans & in the Fixtures category ] When decorating or re-decorating a home, how many of us think of the truly overlooked interior elements: the light switches? Some homes may have decorative switch plates, but most still have the same plain up-and-down plastic switches. Elo switches, distributed by French company Realitem, are gorgeous wall switches that are enough to make any room shine. The ultra-stylish fixtures come in a variety of finishes, but each is smooth, round and unlike any other wall switches. The gorgeous Elo hardware is also available as sockets,… -
Privacy is Egg-Cellent: Personalized Mobile Solitude Rooms
26 Jan 2012 | 10:00 am[ Filed under Living & Dining & in the Interiors category ] The humble egg: it is delicious, useful, and apparently endlessly inspiring to architects and designers. Italian architect Paolo Maldotti took his cue from the venerable protein source to design a mobile room that can be outfitted whatever way the owner desires. The project is called NU-OVO in reference to “uovo,” the Italian word for egg. The structure’s exterior is segmented into eight parts, four of which are immobile and four that slide open and closed to allow an occupant or two in or out. Inside, the… -
Functional Origami: Double-Duty Living Room Component
25 Jan 2012 | 4:00 pm[ Filed under Transforming & in the Furniture category ] There is probably not a single home out there that couldn’t use some extra seating once in a while. Or an extra flat surface for piling things on. This ingenious chair from designer Benoit Lienart is both – but never at the same time. The transforming Sweetch18 is a slick armchair that doubles as a coffee table. Or it it a coffee table that doubles as a chair? Either way you say it, this simple piece of transforming furniture does double duty. With just a simple push or pull of the tabletop/chair back, the piece easily… -
Outside In House: Lively Courtyard Brings Nature Indoors
25 Jan 2012 | 10:00 am[ Filed under Contemporary & in the Architecture category ] Where most architecture strives to be beautiful in some way, it has been argued that man-made structures can never hope to match the loveliness of nature. This house in a residential district in Tokyo was designed by Japanese architecture firm mamm-design to embrace the best of nature and manufactured design. Starting on the exterior with a slight cantilever over a ground-level terrace, the Minna-no-ie house seems greater than the extremely small 4.5 meter-by-12 meter lot on which it sits. The entrance of the home is defined by…
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Carolina Eclectic
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Forward and Backward
9 Jan 2012 | 8:45 amIt is a new year and I'm drawn into reflection and pushed toward expectation. I look back at the last couple of tumultuous years and I find myself in an unforeseen place. I'm such a dramatically different person, that its difficult to put into words. Two years ago, this month, I lost my father. We had a very special bond and I believed that from him, I inherited my creativity. When he was gone, You could say that my life went into a sort of tailspin. It seemed a large vacuum opened up and sucked away the meaning behind much of my life. I mean, most of my habits, interests, and routines… -
Merry Christmas, Feliz Navidad!
21 Dec 2011 | 7:30 amI'm out until next week!Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas! Feliz Navidad!Photo here -
Unconventional Christmas Wrapping
19 Dec 2011 | 10:26 amChristmas is almost here, and once again I'm writing about how to celebrate it unconventionally. Why be normal, right? This year I have been collecting cool wrapping ideas. Thanks to my new Pinterest site, I have a handy spot to gather my thoughts! Be sure and check it out here. Anyway, hope you are inspired. Recently, I learned about Furoshiki and LOVE it! Furoshiki is an ancient Japanese tradition of wrapping and carrying items in fabric. Stop and imagine the possibilities of that!! There is no end to fabric patterns and folding techniques. I also love that the fabrics are reusable and… -
Fantastic wall!
16 Dec 2011 | 9:33 amFound this via Tumblr today! Its the Taiwan Noodle House via the Contemporist. I was astonished by the dark walls, intricately covered with noodle bowls. Isn't it fantastic?P.S. I decided to spiffy up the look of this blog, but I may still change a few things. Consider it my virtual remodeling. You know, its like a new coat of paint and rearranging of the furniture. -
Happy Things
12 Dec 2011 | 9:34 amHello all! I'm so glad to be back, I've been sick for over two weeks and I'm fed up with it!! Of course, the bug hit Liam and Mark, too. Overall, it hasn't been much fun around my little home. Luckily, I've discovered a few things that have brought a smile to my face and I wanted to share them. They are not related in any way; I just enjoy them. First, these freshly colored pillows by Leah Duncan. I can picture many rooms where these pillows would fit right in. They are so lively!Next, I've been pouring over Anthology Magazine. Its so beautiful! In the last year, I've become…
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Christy's Thrifty Decorating
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Post Christmas Thrift Store Finds
15 Jan 2012 | 6:51 pmI know Christmas is over....but just one last thing. A little thrift store find for 2 bucks. I couldn't pass this one up when I saw it because I knew that next year it could be put to some use. It just needed a new paint job, so that's exactly what I did.Before..........After............A couple of coats of red acrylic paint and a touch of black for shading (to match up with the pewter antlers). Three coats of gloss sealer spray and it's ready for the attic (until next year). I'm thinking it would make a nice centerpiece on the dining table for next year. I'll add some with silk flowers to it… -
Random Projects
27 Dec 2011 | 8:01 pmHope everyone had a great Christmas holiday!! Lot's of work, decorating and cooking, but well worth it if you can enjoy all of the festivities. I haven't had much time to work and any projects so I'm posting some random things I completed before the holidays. I found this adorable decorative, wheel barrel in the Goodwill for 6 bucks. I thought it may look cute out in the yard with some flowers planted in it. It was in great condition and just needed a little painting. I sprayed it white and then added some detail with acrylics. A final few coats of varnish will hopefully… -
Decorating Something Different
9 Dec 2011 | 4:53 pmThis year I'm adding something different to my Christmas decor. It never occurred to me to decorate a lamp fixture, but I thought it might look nice and add a focal point to the dining room table. It didn't cost much and added a nice feature to the room. I picked up some silk red berries, gold poinsettia's, some wired evergreen, red bows and gold icicles. Everything is added to the light fixture so that when Christmas is over, it's easy to remove. I thought it came out pretty nice. Every year this concept could change with a different theme. I sort of gravitate to the more… -
A New Way to Organize Christmas lists
17 Nov 2011 | 7:16 pmWhat a great way to organize your Christmas list. Get online and compose it-it's as easy as that. I've checked it out myself and sent the link to my kids so they can put it together online.See for yourself. This is a sample of a list: http://thiswishlist.com/shannonchristmas2011Just set up yours with a user ID and email address. You'll find this in the upper right had corner of the page. While your at it, send it off to your family and friends.Have fun with it!!Christy -
DIY recipe card holder
18 Aug 2011 | 9:21 pmIt's been a long, hot summer.....way, too long. I feel like I haven't left the house in ages. I can't wait for some cooler weather. Maybe soon? All this keeps me inside the house and looking for some crafty ways to keep busy.I came up with this idea a few weeks ago. Something inspired me-don't even remember what it was. Maybe it's the fact that when I take out a recipe it lies on the counter and get most of the ingredients attached to it. Yuck....This little DIY item works! Supplies:-Wood dowel. Mine is about 2" in diameter. Home Depot or Lowe's carries them. It's about 6 inches high.-Wood…
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The Kitchen Designer
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La Cornue - Kitchen Le Magnifique
26 Jan 2012 | 6:26 pmI had the pleasure some weeks back of dining in New York City with Xavier Dupuy, president of La Cornue, my colleague and friend, Leslie Clagett from the blog KBCulture and a couple of PR people, always useful to fill in the blanks for a brand. I very much enjoyed this type of intimate setting. I love up close and personal meetings with manufacturers. It helps me "get" the culture of the company which always trickles down to my understanding the quality of the product and the type of people who actually manufacture the product. Mr. Dupuy spent a fair amount of time talking about his… -
Kohler
21 Jan 2012 | 1:37 pmAnd here is the last, and I hope you'll agree, the best post of the series on my trip to Kohler's headquarters at Kohler, Wisconsin. The trip was a visual feast! It was also an actual feast throughout the weekend since my trip was centered around the Kohler Food and Wine Experience - a weekend event (among many all year 'round) that I highly recommend which takes place in October of each year. The piece de resistance of Kohler Village, to me, is the Kohler Design Center. A three level building of beautiful products and room vignettes in beautiful settings surrounded by fabulous… -
Kohler Design Center - Kitchen & Bath Plumbing Products, Furniture, Tile
11 Jan 2012 | 11:26 amThe best part of my trip to Kohler's headquarters in Kohler, Wisconsin a couple of months back at the invitation of Kohler, was to visit the Kohler Design Center (how could I have said that without four "Kohler's" in the sentence??) A beautiful brick building in which all of Kohlers brands are showcased, it is a place that will take a design aficianado hours and hours to go through. There is something for everyone. First, there were selections from Kohler's furniture brands such as Baker and McGuire... There was a display of stunning Ann Sacks tile and down the road, a tile store with the… -
Kohler Food and Wine Experience & The American Club Resort
8 Jan 2012 | 6:19 pmMy weekend at Kohler, Wisconsin, at Kohler's gracious invitation, included attendance at a tempting array of food and wine related events of my choice. As I said in my previous post, I would go back to the Kohler Food and Wine Experience in a heartbeat. The vibe was fun, stimulating, insightful...and quite tasty. From beginning to end, all of my experiences, every one, were sincerely, and very solidly, positive. But first, a bit about the historic American Club Resort. (this season's winter image below) A Forbes Five-Star Resort Hotel and AAA Five Diamond Resort Hotel, the American Club… -
Thermador Freedom Induction Cooktop
6 Jan 2012 | 8:27 pm"Heat without boundaries", the holy grail for cooks, chefs, heater-uppers ... Thermador introduces a new cooktop with revolutionary natural mapping technology. What is that and what does it mean? Imagine the following: you are sauteeing ingredients for Thanksgiving stuffing-let's say onions, celery, and sausage (I'll also add apple chuncks in mine) in a large pan. Another spot on the cooktop is needed to cook the fresh cranberry sauce. Don't forget the turkey stock - the stock pot needs a place too. At different times of the cooking process each piece of cookware needs to be the center of…
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::Surroundings::
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Pretty linens and baubles - a big thank you!
27 Jan 2012 | 9:44 amI wanted to send a big thank you out to Andrea Drexelius from French Basketeer and Metis Linens for sending me this beautiful package of vintage linens and vintage French brass curtain rings that can be used as napkin rings. I won these lovely items in a giveaway on Karen Albert's blog Art By Karena. The brass rings are incredibly gorgeous and the two linens towels have the most beautiful texture to them, owing to their age and use. Something that cannot be replicated. They are also huge and could nearly be used as small table cloths!The French Basketeer, in business since 2008,… -
How I'm Using Pinterest for Work and a word for designers and pinners
26 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amAh, the red P for Pinterest. Are you using it? As the use of this relatively new photo pinboard website started growing, there were more and more tweets in my Twitter stream extolling the virtues of the site, with comments like "I'm addicted to..." and lamentations on the hours spent "pinning" away. I was skeptical. Were people just mindlessly gathering photographic images and for what purpose besides just looking at them? Hmm. Sometimes I'm an early adopter and at other times I decide something is a cult and I don't want to just run along with the herd. Eventually, there was so much… -
Get That Look: Downton Abbey and the Outdoor Life
23 Jan 2012 | 12:01 amOne of the loveliest parts of all the period British dramas is the depiction of the outdoor life of the British noble and gentry classes. Certainly, the Brits are known for their love and expertise at gardening, riding and hunting and the exquisite lawn parties filled with ladies and gentlemen dressed in white enjoying simpler pursuits. I thought in this weeks post on Downton Abbey, I'd focus on the outdoor pursuits of the Crawley's and their friends.The Cora, Countess of Grantham (played by Elizabeth McGovern) takes tea on the lawn of the estate with her mother-in-law mother-in-law,… -
Dear Guggenheim Museum, Can you tell me what that color is?
20 Jan 2012 | 3:59 pmThe Guggenheim Museum in New York has partnered with Fine Paints of Europe on two unique collections of paint colors. Apparently, it's not only Pottery Barn who gets calls of "What color is that?" After years of fielding that type of inquiry, the folks at the museum decided to do something about it. Each time the Guggenheim mounts an exhibition it embarks on an elaborate design process to plan the gallery ambiance. Wall color is often used to convey a particular time, place, or culture, and must highlight the works of art without competing with them. The choice of wall color can influence how… -
The Alpha Workshops for Thibaut
19 Jan 2012 | 3:49 pmI've been organizing my home office and sewing room and came across a packet of wallpaper samples from Thibaut that I picked up at last fall's Market Week at the Boston Design Center. Oy, sometimes, things do get buried, don't they?Anyway, the wallpaper samples are from Thibaut's newly released papers made in conjunction with The Alpha Workshops called Artisan. The papers, and the story behind them, are pretty fantastic. [via Thibaut's website] Founded in 1995, The Alpha Workshops is the only not-for-profit organization in the country that trains and employs people who are living with…
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AbbeyK — On Interior Design
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Water Water Everywhere, but Cold Only, for the Moment
13 Jan 2012 | 5:16 pmIt is a good news/bad news sort of day. The good news is that plumber installed the toilet, the faucet, and the water filter. The sink and toilet work! I have water! Wonderful!! The bad news is that there is no HOT water. The plumber had suggested moving the water heater from under the sink to the basement. The water heater now lives on a suspended platform a few feet under the ceiling. (So pretty, I know.) In its new location, drainage is better, there's more room under the sink, and if the water heater ever blows, damage would happen to the basement instead of my lovely office. If only… -
Progress at 454 Common Street, AbbeyK's New Belmont Office
10 Jan 2012 | 5:50 pmToday was a big day! Out front, the granite went up as did the door signage. That lovely craft paper will remain along with the "Coming Soon" sign until the window treatments are ready. In the front of the shop, I selected furniture for the seating area and picked fabric. Quite a coup. I've been thinking about what to do with that space for some time. I decided I needed to be in the space to decide. In the back, the sink and counter top installed. The granite guy was worried! At first he wouldn't install it because the carpenter needed to be here to install the legs. I… -
Moving Day for AbbeyK
23 Dec 2011 | 11:53 amToday marks the end of the home office.The movers are due in the next few hours. They will pack and unpack. I am so ready! Last night, old docs were shredded, the pencil sharpener was emptied, and the desks were tidied. That way the young, strong men at Gentle Giant can do their work with the least mess and stress possible. The goal: everything in boxes and then taken right out. Simple, flow, and easy. Hopefully.Now I say: bye-bye home office. I have getting-the-most-out-of-crampt-space down to a science, but enough already. I can't wait to spread out! Hope to be operational at 454…
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Furniture Fashion Modern Interior Home Decorating Magazine
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Squeaky Clean: 10 Stunning Modern Bathroom Tile Designs
27 Jan 2012 | 6:07 pmThere’s something sublime about a glistening, gleaming powder room that’s nearly clinical in its coolness. Today’s roundup of modern bathroom tile designs presents a range of colors — mostly cool, with an emphasis on turquoise, blue, green and white, with a few updated black-and-white classics thrown in as well. The only exception to the collection of stark sea-inspired cleanliness is a design brought to us by Bed & Breakfast that looks quite a bit like what it must be like to stand inside an enormous treasure chest, with corrugations of gold, amber and other… -
10 Creative Display Ideas for Candles
26 Jan 2012 | 3:18 pmCandles have long been known to add a little ambience and relax everyone in the room, but after the candle craze of the 90s, they started to seem a little played out, not to mention… well, a little creepy in cases of overkill. Today’s roundup of creative display ideas for candles keeps things simple and clean, with interesting lines, new perspectives and a general lack of creepiness. From a colorful series of birdcage-inspired wire hangers by Z Gallerie and petite hanging glass bubbles by Deyfurtado to the revived traditionalism of Pottery Barn’s monogrammed julep cups… -
Forever Young: 10 Cool, Colorful Pieces of Kids’ Furniture
25 Jan 2012 | 9:30 amThere was once a time when practically everyone had the same bunk bed and plain wood desk growing up, and the same posters on the wall depicting whatever teen heartthrob was hot at the moment. These days, things are a lot different; today’s roundup of colorful, cool kids’ furniture hints at the range of options available to satisfy growing minds’ creative needs. With an ever-growing abundance of choices at every kid’s fingertips via the endless window-shopping provided courtesy of the internet, there’s something to suit every child’s taste and spark… -
Sleep Tight: 10 Grand & Gorgeous Beds
24 Jan 2012 | 11:40 pmSleep is a precious commodity we can never seem to get enough of, so it stands to reason that the sleep we do manage to get should be as sublime as possible. Today’s roundup of beds ranges from the dreamy opulence of the canopy bed by Joseph Walsh to the stark simplicity of The Min, aptly named by Design Within Reach. There’s even a round bed from Guido Rosati for Saba Italia, since really, life’s too short to stay within the lines. And with designs as bold and stunning as these, there’s no embellishment necessary where bed linens are concerned… note that… -
What’s Cookin’: 10 Amazing Sets of Kitchen Cabinets
23 Jan 2012 | 4:48 pmHey, good lookin’… whatcha got cookin’? It stands to reason that you could actually get away with serving burnt pot roast and undercooked vegetables without your dinner guests noticing a thing, as long as they’ve got something as mesmerizing as today’s roundup of kitchen cabinets to stare at. From simple stainless steel to bombastic, shiny reds and yellows and even good old-fashioned wood and an upcycled series of wine crates, this gathering of cabinetry images is sure to spark an idea or two about making your kitchen look as tantalizing as it (hopefully)…
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designwire daily
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Openshop Designs Second Artsee Boutique
26 Jan 2012 | 11:00 amOpenshop Studio adds a second Artsee Eyewear boutique to the portfolio of stores it has designed for the sophisticated eyewear brand. -
Market Trend: Farm to Table
26 Jan 2012 | 10:00 amCountry comforts reached the penthouse at last fall’s High Point Market, as purveyors of furniture and accessories lent an urban edge to down-on-the-farm charm. -
Gaia&Gino Vases Raise $11K for Charity
26 Jan 2012 | 9:00 amThe 15 limited edition vases by Gaia&Gino, based in Istanbul, Turkey, were designed by Harry Allen who had the idea for a "vase that can be dressed." -
Iconic Chair Designs Get a Makeover for Charity
26 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amTen well-known artists took a stab at reinterpreting iconic chair designs for an auction that raised funds for three non-profit art institutions: Locust Projects, LAX Art and The Kitchen. -
Nendo Plays with Materials in Solo Show
26 Jan 2012 | 7:00 amNendo unveils its solo exhibition, "Static Bubbles", at the Carpenters Workshop Gallery in Paris from January 21 to March 3.
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This Old House: Kitchen And Bath
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How to Build a Grilling Station
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Create a Shaker-Style Kitchen
18 Jan 2012 | 9:15 amHistorically influenced furnishings and handcrafted accents conceal the thoroughly modern amenities of this cooking-and-eating area -
Backsplash Bonanza
12 Jan 2012 | 9:15 amEverything you need to know about adding a tile, solid-surface or— surprise—even a metal or glass backsplash -
An Unfinished Basement Gets a Masculine Makeover
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Tapping Existing Potential to Create an Attic Master Suite
19 Dec 2011 | 9:05 amClever built-ins and warm finishes, plus new plumbing and wiring, turn an unloved top floor into a cheerful bedroom, bath, and office
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Material Girls Blog
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Made Goods Newest!
27 Jan 2012 | 6:23 pmThe inspired designers at Made Goods, known for using natural elements to create unique products, have officially launched their latest collection online today. The beautiful, handmade pieces in their new collection reflect the company’s passion for quality design, and we couldn’t be more impressed! Boasting 60 brand-new styles, the collection continues to focus on fanciful mirrors yet also includes their first headboard and nightstand designs. Whether you’re looking to re-vamp an entire room or find that one unusual piece to complete a space, the looks at Made Goods are… -
Furniture Friday: A Budget Find
27 Jan 2012 | 10:21 amSince last week’s, “Furniture Friday,” was more luxury oriented, I thought I’d share an great, inexpensive online source for Parson’s Chairs, Carrington Court Direct. I have used them with COM fabric and it turned out great! -
Bonjour from Paris!
25 Jan 2012 | 6:32 amGreetings from the City of Lights! I am here with my hubby John to attend the Maison & Objet Home Fashion Showcase, and we couldn’t be having a better time eating, drinking, sightseeing and shopping our way through this magnificent city! Although the weather has been a bit dreary at times, that hasn’t stopped us from taking in all that Paris has to offer. Also a blast meeting one of my Chicago client’s at the flea market to find goodies for her new home. I am so excited to bring the best of European chic back to the U-S of A for my clients and showroom! Here is a… -
Bright and Playful
24 Jan 2012 | 3:12 pmI found another artist (Mimi Chen Ting) who brightened up my day so I had to share her playful pieces with you. I can see these compositions and colors in all kinds of rooms and spaces – especially if it’s on the traditional side and you’re looking to make a modern statement. Take a look at her work through Elisa Contemporary Art Gallery and let me know how you feel after a viewing. It should be cheery! -
Stylish Closets
21 Jan 2012 | 9:21 pmThis past week I was researching inspiration for closets and built-ins for a client project that currently requires renovating two bedrooms. The closets in both rooms may be visible to the room itself, so the most ideal way to make them presentable is to make them look good! That means built-in drawers and cabinetry, nice hardware and lighting, and other decorative elements to create a stylish closet space. {image via Tumblr} An attic space turned closet with gold and metallic accents, wallpapered ceilings. {image via Pinterest} Small and narrow, but every inch accounted for. {image via Elle…
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Oliveaux
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Dreaming of the Riviera...
13 Jan 2012 | 6:36 pmDaydreaming of escaping to the French Riviera, the sultry air, beautiful waters and coastline...is it ever to early to start planning?Fuelling my desire for an escape to the beautiful mediterranean is the fabulous new 'Cote d'Azur collection of indoor/outdoor fabrics...I look forward using some of them very soon. However, in the meantime after enjoying a very warm week in Brisbane and I will be content just to relax by the pool this weekend.Happy weekend...Ax -
Christmas Joy!
24 Dec 2011 | 1:00 am{Image: Anna Kern}Well, most of the Christmas preparations are done...presents are wrapped and almost ready to relax for the holiday season - there are always a few last minute things to do! May your Christmas be filled with friends, fun and laughter! I am looking forward to Christmas day and all that it means...Merry Merry Christmas dear friends...and a blessed 2012....Ax -
Loving this classic style...
14 Dec 2011 | 10:02 pmThese gorgeous images are from the latest edition of House Beautiful which was a wonderful read this month. I love the black and white entry way of this classic beauty! Lots of white paint with black accents and timber...add a few decorative pieces and a great lantern...voila...a wonderful entry. Mixing some of my favourite pieces...a chinois feature chair, cross stools and great fabrics. Gives this room an updated look on a traditional style. I always love being surrounded by books not to mention they add both decoration and along with the different textures it all works together to give… -
Island style...
12 Dec 2011 | 10:29 pmOliveaux We have been rearranging the shop this morning and unpacking new things that have arrived in. I am loving so many of the pieces and have resisted taking some of the home for myself! One of our wonderful client's popped in with some beautiful big frond's this morning which we have put on top of our Caribbean buffet. I love how they give an island feel and add's some life to the front of the shop...perfect for our warm Queensland weather as they last really well in our heat. Thank you also to Ivy & Piper for the mention in the latest edition of their magazine. Be sure to take a… -
Spring love....
16 Nov 2011 | 10:50 pmWho says it is spring? This week seems to feeling a little more like summer here in Brisbane. I am loving that the hydrangeas are out and are as gorgeous as ever; although they probably will not last long in our heat but I am enjoying the addition of one at the Oliveaux shop front this week. I am also loving this new collection of fabrics and wallpaper...the colours and patterns are divine!
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Remodelista
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The Yellow Building in SF by Sagan Piechota Architecture
27 Jan 2012 | 6:30 pmIs the Yellow Building SF's version of Merci in Paris? We think so: this newish one-stop concept shop brings together a restaurant, a wine boutique, and the city's most compelling clothier—all under one roof. Located in a rambling barn that dates back to 1859, the space encompasses Piccino, a low-key trattoria; MAC, the second outpost of SF's visionary clothing shop for both women and men; DIG, an "old-school merchant de vin"; and a plein-air coffee shop—all enterprises devoted to sustainability and supporting local producers. The renovation was orchestrated… -
A Parisian Cafe with a Past
27 Jan 2012 | 3:30 pmA visit to the Hôtel du Nord is a trip back to the Paris of the 1930s: Prepare to be utterly charmed. Immortalized by Marcel Carné's famous 1938 movie, Hôtel du Nord, the lodging is in the picturesque neighborhood of Canal Saint-Martin, where Parisians flock in the spring for a stroll or a bicycle ride along the canal. In 2005, the current owners decided to restore the restaurant to its historical past; albeit a notional one. The zinc bar, velvet curtains, low lamplight, and an extensive upstairs library imbue the premises with a retro charm. Above: In 1938, Marcel… -
Stylish Travel Alarm Clocks
27 Jan 2012 | 1:30 pmAn alternative to the wake-up call: Here is a round-up of clocks that travel well from home to hotel. These clocks are small enough to be tucked into a travel bag, strong enough to do their job, and stylish enough to appease the design enthusiast. Staying home? Take a look at our previous post: 10 Easy Pieces: Bedside Alarm Clocks for more ideas. Above: Kikkerland's Classic Travel Alarm Clock nestles into a faux-leather case in black or red; it's a handsome choice for a good price: $10 at All Modern. Above: Braun's Mini Travel Alarm Clock was designed in 1971 and reissued in 2011… -
A Chandelier with a Raspberry Twist
27 Jan 2012 | 12:56 pmWe've admired Jeff Jones' tobacco stick chandeliers before; so we took note when we spotted a new version draped with an unexpected pink fabric cord at Anthropologie. Jones, who is based in Atlanta, creates his pieces using tobacco-drying lathes, reclaimed from barns in the South. A pink fabric cord winds around the frame, showcasing three bare bulbs. The Tobacco Stick Chandelier is $1,298 at Anthropologie. -
Glamorous Fabrics Inspired by Tommi Parzinger
27 Jan 2012 | 10:30 amSan Francisco designer Matt Murphy has just launched a new line of fabrics, based on the graphics of his design hero, Tommi Parzinger. The screen-printed fabrics are the latest from Murphy, whose San Francisco shop is known for 20th-century antiques, in particular the softer modernism of Edward Wormley and T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. After stumbling on a pair of Tommi Parzinger lamps and falling in love (see Style Court's entry on Parzinger), Matt Murphy began collecting the German designer’s work and is often consulted when a piece needs authenticating. "Parzinger did furniture,…
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Apartment Therapy
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Heather's Charming Modern Farmhouse Brooklyn Loft House Tour
27 Jan 2012 | 7:00 pmName: Heather Chontos, Kodie (12) and Zana (3), and dog MarvinLocation: Clinton Hill — Brooklyn, New YorkSize: 1000 square feetYears lived in: 3 years — rent If this post title seems to have a lot of adjectives to describe the home, we felt it only fitting consider the creative woman renting this space happens to wear a lot of hats herself. Heather Chontos is an artist, furniture designer, stylist, illustrator, mom, business owner and more, and she filled the Brooklyn loft she shares with her two daughters full of fun creations, thoughtful finds and an eclectic mix of styles. Read… -
Little Changes That Make A Big Difference: Living Room Update Ideas
27 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pmThe living room: It's the room we showcase for visitors, the room that reflects our changing tastes and our changing lifestyles. It's also the room that so often gets stuck and can easily feel dated and cluttered. While swapping out a couch is not something most of us can do regularly, here are seven smaller updates that can help freshen up the look and feel of your living room. Read More... -
How Rearranging Your Room Can Change Your Life
27 Jan 2012 | 5:30 pmThe other day I shared the evolution of my home office, from dining room to traditional office to lounge office. That was the outer change. But there was an inner transformation that was less apparent. Read More... -
How to Add a Little 'Tangerine Tango' to Your Life
27 Jan 2012 | 5:00 pmAre you loving the new bright, fiery Pantone 'it' color of the year but are not ready to commit an entire wall or major piece of furniture to the sexy 'tangerine tango'? Read More... -
A Modern Adaptation in Adelaide Dwell
27 Jan 2012 | 4:30 pmYou'd never guess that the charming street façade of this 1880's bungalow in Adelaide, Australia conceals a bright and airy modern home. But it does. In fact, looking at it, you might imagine that the rooms inside are small, dim and oddly positioned. Which they were. And for several years, homeowners Kylie Brammy and George Kyprianou lived with it that way... Read More...
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Hatch: The Design Public® Blog
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2012 Organizing Resolutions: Tackling the Closet
23 Jan 2012 | 4:13 pmSo…last week I gave you five easy-peasy organizational projects to get you back on that new year’s resolution wagon. If you skipped that post, go back and dip your toes in with it. Now that February is fast approaching, let’s get something a little bit more substantial done. I’ll be adding projects each week to keep you on the organizational track. image via L.A. Closet Design Today’s project is not about color-coding or getting perfectly organized, it’s about cleanliness. Hopefully by now you’ve tackled each little drawer or box one at a time. If… -
Around the Web This Week
20 Jan 2012 | 11:54 am1. New Rue! I especially loved the great photographs of the minis, which made me miss my dollhouse terribly. Fabulous spaces and photography are waiting for you in the January/February Rue. image by John Stoffer via Rue 2. Blu Dot picked not once, but twice in The Thursday NYTimes “Shopping With” section. Author Arthur Phillips rounded up writing desks for them this weekend and picked out The Cant Desk: and The Stash Desk: I was also strangely fascinated by the house tours of the former homes of Mexican drug dealers who had been caught. The last image of a drug dealer house… -
Just for Laughs… Do You Shop at SkyMall?
18 Jan 2012 | 3:11 pmHave you ever found yourself on a plane with absolutely nothing amusing to watch, play or read? While other people sit there with their Kindles, their laptops, their iPads, their novels and their DVD players (parents who let their kids listen to Chipmunks movies without headphones deserve their own special place in the back row next to the bathroom), sometimes I find myself with nothing to read but a dogeared copy of SkyMall. You know what? that’s fine by me. First we have the Face Trainer, which Jane Krakowski’s character invented on Ally McBeal in the late 1990s and called The… -
2012 Design Trends: Tufted Furniture Goes Modern
16 Jan 2012 | 3:16 pmTufted furniture is having a moment right now. While this design trend is typically a traditional design element, some mid-century modern designers embraced tufting, giving it a more streamlined and modern look (think the Eames Lounge Chair or Edward Wormley for Dunbar). Others would reduce the number of buttons; some sofas had just one button centered on each back cushion. Much in the same way, today’s designers are taking the trend and embracing it in contemporary ways. Here’s a look at how some of our designers are playing with tufted furniture in 2012. TrueModern has several… -
Five Easy Organizing Projects for 2012
13 Jan 2012 | 2:57 pmHarummph. Have you lost steam after the initial resolution excitement and are at the point of giving up? Don’t do it! Do a small project that will give you a sense of satisfaction and give you your confidence back! Here are some ideas: ONE: Instead of saying “I’m going to completely reorganize the 10,000 pictures I have in iPhoto into properly titled albums and make books and cards and upload half of them to Flickr and – and – and –,” grab one box of old-school actual photos and fill one old-fashioned album. Don’t these beautiful cloth-colored KOLO photo…
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Mark Cutler Design
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Richard Schultz
25 Jan 2012 | 12:11 pmIndependently-minded and exuberantly-imaginative, Richard Schultz is a master at his craft. His outdoor furniture designs sit in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art in Manhattan, the Victoria & Albert Museum in London and the Louvre in Paris. Outside of these esteemed establishments, you’ll find his furniture in the outdoor spaces and gardens of some of the world’s finest -
Some of My Favorite Dining Rooms
25 Oct 2011 | 5:45 pmDining Rooms are some of my favorite rooms to design, because they can be light small flights of fancy. I really like to entertain, so creating a room where you hang with your friends on special occasions are very special events for me. Here are some of my favorites: This one is in an old Hollywood mansion that we remodeled for a client who was a writer. So we decided to move the Dining -
Trolling 1st Dibs
21 Oct 2011 | 4:48 pmI was watching TV the other night, and one of the characters walked into her office, took off a jacket and hung it on a coat rack. It struck me that it has some time since I have shopped for said item, so I thought it would be the perfect subject for my 1st Dibs trolling session. Let me also say that I am not a lazy coat rack shopper, I just happen to live in sunny southern California and no one -
Guest Post- 3 ways to Decorate Outside
20 Oct 2011 | 10:35 pmIf you’ve spent any time at all looking at decorating projects for your outdoor living space, you know how much time and money it can take. When you start adding up the cost of all what you want to do, it can be a truly staggering sum! But it doesn’t have to be that way. With a little creativity, there are tons of options for decorating for less outside the home. Here are 3 of our favorite ways -
In Defense of Quality
17 Oct 2011 | 4:49 pmIt is always with great fascination that I read the plethora of articles that extoll the virtue of spending less. It seems that every magazine or blog has articles about getting the “same” style for less. They have alluring images of great design pieces (that have equally great price tags) and then they throw in some images of things that have the same look for less. What really is the
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Home Design Find
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This Jungle Treehouse Apes Trees
27 Jan 2012 | 8:28 amThis amazing open-air bedroom could only be in the tropics. Full length windows slide all the way back to make sleeping completely open to the air. The contemporary treehouse in Nigeria is audacious in its embrace of completely open air architecture throughout, with a roof that hovers above the structure itself. So, what does hold the roof up? The amusing idea of the house is that the roof canopy is supported by the “tree trunks” like the top of a tree — and is entirely unsupported by walls. In fact, some the interior spaces do have glass clerestory windows, but their… -
You Just Snap Together the MIMA House
26 Jan 2012 | 8:47 amA revolutionary modular housing invention from Mima Architects could change the way we buy houses. The approachable appeal of clean universal design is just one aspect of the genius of their invention; the MIMA House. Their beautiful prefab – inspired by the traditional Japanese house, the perfect paradigm for lightness, flexibility, comfort and pleasing lines – is very easily re arranged, in any way that you want, to change the layout. The exterior window panels can be interspersed with solid panels, in any combination. The restrained order of Japanese standardized building… -
White Cube Vacation Home Zips Closed When Not in Use
25 Jan 2012 | 7:39 amHow to design a luxurious and large vacation home – that only gets use for a few months each year? It needs to be securely locked up when not in use. The architect, Jose Kos, makes use of one of the most industrial of solutions to zip it up when not in use – the roll up industry-sized garage door. Several huge rollup doors completely seal up the home like a gigantic warehouse. Sited near the city of Rio de Janeiro, the house sits on a hillside sculpted into flat lawns so the family’s children can play games. It is a perfect white cube, at 10 meters by 10 meters by 10… -
Design Dilemma: Understanding Undertones in Paint Colors
24 Jan 2012 | 4:11 amYou’d think you couldn’t go wrong choosing a selection of beiges to coordinate throughout your home, right? But then you get those beiges on the wall, and somehow they manage to clash horribly. Or they clash with your beige couch, or your beige carpet. Why does this happen? In a word, undertones. Every paint color, even neutrals like whites, beiges and grays have tones. These include mass tones and undertones. Mass tones are the predominant color you see when you look at a color. So the predominant color you see in a beige might be beige. The predominant color you see in a white… -
Curved-Roof Guest House Avoids the Hobbit Look
23 Jan 2012 | 8:01 amCurved houses can be at risk of being just a little hokey. But here is one from Sarasota, Florida, that carries it off. There is nothing hobbit-like about this confidently executed structure. From TOTeMS, this guest-house is sited overlooking a wide river and it offsets a bold, modern curved roof with squared-up structure at the ground level. There is an element of the “rockabye cradle in the tree tops” here in this mezzanine bedroom, open to the living room behind the bed. What a superb bedroom! Like an upended boat, the bed appears to be surrounded by water. But the sleeping…
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Keeping the Warm Fuzzies Post-Holidays
5 Jan 2012 | 1:32 pmThe holidays are finally over (and we hope you’ve read our articles on getting organized and keeping your porch looking nice!). Whether you’re breathing a sigh of relief as the last of your family pulls out of your driveway, or you’re wiping the tears away as you board a plane back home, you might soon be faced with a home that feels less than exciting. Here’s a list of things that you can do to keep those warm-fuzzy feelings and energies in your home. 1. Make sure all your holiday décor is gone! There is nothing worse than finding candy canes and bits of fir tree on your floor in… -
Guest Post: Transform Your Winter Porch
28 Dec 2011 | 11:28 amWe have had a wonderful time reading all the articles that we have received from our call for guest author submissions, and this one is no exception! If you would like to get in on the fun and submit an original article to us, shoot an e-mail with your idea (or even the article!) to contribute@thehome.com! ———- Transform Your Christmas Front Porch into an Inviting Winter Porch After the holidays, many people forget about their decor and just leave it up for the rest of winter. It may be because they are simply not up for “redesigning” the whole space. Your porch… -
Preparing Your Home for New Year’s Eve
27 Dec 2011 | 10:36 amHere at The Home, we’re SO excited for New Year’s Eve! While we’re certainly fans of big get togethers, you just can’t beat an intimate house party with family and friends! We’ve put together a short list of preparations that you can take if your home happens to be playing “party central” this New Year’s Eve. 1. Make sure you’ve stored all your holiday decorations that you don’t want guests to see! Sure, we all know that person that keeps their tree up into January, but New Year’s parties are all about ringing in a *new year*! -
Guest Post: Organizing After the Holidays!
19 Dec 2011 | 4:07 pmWe put out a call for submissions not too long ago for our readers and friends to send us guest columns that they themselves might want to see on The Home. This is the first in our guest-columnist series, and it is on a subject near and dear to all our hearts — organization! ———- Organizing After the Holidays: How to Turn Disarray into Tidiness The family has left, the Christmas tree is dying, and the kitchen is still in shambles. Not knowing where to start can lead to procrastination while juggling work and other time-consuming tasks. But have no fear! You can tackle… -
Books We Love: Deborah Needleman’s “The Perfectly Imperfect Home”
13 Dec 2011 | 1:48 pmIn the market for design books for the holidays (or otherwise!)? We wrote a blog last week talking about why we love them for gifts, and now we’re going through our list explaining why each book we mentioned is great! Why we love The Perfectly Imperfect Home Unlike all the other design books we listed, The Perfectly Imperfect Home uses gorgeous hand painted illustrations of room designs and inspirational pieces (illustrated by Virginia Johnson) rather than typical design-book glossy photos. The use of these illustrations kind of goes along with the main idea of the book — not…
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Some things I liked this week...
26 Jan 2012 | 9:44 pmthese new Love Letters from Binth... this lamp and wallpaper by dottirandsonur... these miniatures books by Elsita... This bird print and Nail Transfers by Kate Broughton... and the latestes free online issue of Naturelle Magazine... Any Special Plans for this weekend? Or are going to relax, have fun and enjoy some days off just like me? Anyhows I wish you a very nice weekend and hope to see you back on Monday with another week of inspiration! xoxo Irene -
Let's Talk Maps
26 Jan 2012 | 12:16 amHow much do you love these gorgeous map dresses by Annex? I think I have been watching too much House Hunters International because I am craving travel. When I think of picking up and moving my life to another country, that is the only time I sigh disappointingly about owning a house. I lived in England for a year while I was in college, but now that I am married - I think about how romantic it would be for us to live somewhere overseas for the heck of it. Since that isn't possible for me (right now), I have found myself compensating in other ways...particularly with maps. There is just… -
Let's Get Personal in the Netherlands with Roel Vaessen from ixxi
24 Jan 2012 | 10:43 pmLet's get Personal in the Netherlands with Roel Vaessen from ixxi D:: Dutch is...smart design, no noncense U:: URL's I like are nalden, pol's potten, hema, store without a home, yvestown... T:: trends in design i see right now are...... 'yellow is the new green' (ok, just kidding) modular, natural, pixels, grey, second hand C:: C is for...clicking a pixel ixxi (a large one!) H:: Home means to me...a collection of my personal things H:: hobby, I always make time for... cooking with friends O:: outfit, my favorite thing to wear is... sneakers (Duke Sneakers)… -
Sponsor Spotlight: Relique
24 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amRelique is my kind of shop, I could spend hours on this website. I am an antique, vintage loving fool and have been since I was quite young. I like to think of these places as my libraries. Relique has a wonderful selection, and for all kinds of decorative tastes. You can find my picks (above) here and here. You can find these here and here. ..Relique.. -
ixxi ... a Studio Tour
23 Jan 2012 | 8:45 pmThere are only a few places where I would trade my home-office for ... not that my own office looks very special, I just love my freedom and not having to go to an office every single day, but this place in the Netherlands I wouldn't mind going to on a regular basis :) It is the very inspriring, open, warm and welcoming office of ixxi. A design studio based in in the Netherlands. Today a bit more about what ixxi is about and more images from their studio BUT tomorrow I will give you a Grand Tour in their own Home! So don't forget to come over and see how these talented people live…
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PURE CONTEMPORARY Design Blog
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The Feng Bed From Alivar
18 Jan 2012 | 7:08 pmSo soft and inviting. The Feng bed from Alivar has a typical Italian styling and will appeal those who have a penchant for clean contemporary lines. The low-profile bed has ben designed by Giuseppe Bavuso who has upholstered the steel frame in polyurethane foam and macron. The base has a “silk finish” and is made of brushed anodized aluminum. Modern bedrooms -
Settanta Collection
18 Jan 2012 | 6:59 pmI've been quite obsessed with this idea of all white - white walls, white rug, white funiture. White, white, white. Then I look at my almost 2 year old son. Obsession shattered. Thank you Saba Italia for this beautiful visual indulgence. More modern sofas -
This one was just right...
18 Jan 2012 | 6:52 pmLove the Nest Chairs from Bother and Sons. Like a modern Goldilocks. Perfect for a child's or play room too! More modern chairs
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2Modern Blog
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2M Collective Weekly Sale – Stig Hansen!
27 Jan 2012 | 3:40 pmThis week’s 2M Collective Modern Décor Sale includes the gorgeous modern hanging light fixtures of sleek design brand Stig Hansen. You’ll love the kind of geometry these fixtures will bring to your home, and we could see them being placed in a number of different rooms! Believe us when we say you’re going to want to click on this week’s sale to see how much off these lights are — it’s quite a deal! 2M Collective is a weekly sale by 2Modern offering deeply discounted modern furniture & lighting in limited quantities. Sale starts at 9:00 AM PST every… -
2 B&W DIY projects from Wit & Whistle
27 Jan 2012 | 3:00 pmWit & Whistle is run by Amanda Wright, a design nerd and designer who started the company to “offer witty greeting cards and whistle worthy paper goods. All products are designed and illustrated by me and printed locally on recycled paper. Wit & Whistle is based in Cary, North Carolina.” We love a lot of the stuff she does and sells, but we also like a lot of her DIY projects, especially two recent ones that feature the dramatic contrast of black and white colors as well as the ability to do them in a weekend! A DIY Hand Painted mug and a DIY Stencil Pillow are adorable,… -
Featured Artist: Filippo Minelli
27 Jan 2012 | 1:30 pmMilan-based artist Filippo Minelli created a series of landscape photos unlike anything we’ve seen before, and they are hauntingly beautiful and definitely make you wonder if there’s something else out there, something untouchable, that exists alongside us all. Using handheld smoke bombs to release colored smoke and then shooting it as it interacts with the environment, you really get the sense that you are looking at a living creature. From an interview at Hugo Create: “I was watching some videos of political demonstrations without audio, and my eye was caught by the fact… -
Live Modern: House of Representation
27 Jan 2012 | 10:00 amWe’re not entirely sure what this house in Kyoto, Japan is supposed to be officially representing, but we know it might be unofficially representing that cliche of not judging a book by its cover (or in this case, the inside of a home based on its exterior architecture). Frankly, when we saw the all-white exterior of this home designed by FORM / Kouichi Kimura Architects, we expected the interior to be a little, well, boring. Or at the very at least all white. How wrong we were! Bursting with dark, dramatic materials like a charcoal gray slate tile floor, deep-hued wood, and a dark… -
Green’s awesome outdoor modern style!
26 Jan 2012 | 3:00 pm2Modern is so happy to welcome Green Modern Home & Outdoor Seating and their awesome modern designs to the 2Modern catalog of gorgeous modern furniture! And just in time for spring and summer seasons that are well on their way! Green is a New York-based design firm founded in 1998 that specializes in a wide range of commercial furniture, modern furniture, furniture for the outdoors and more! Featuring Italian-made and designed seating options, you can be sure that these are gonna be super high-quality pieces you can add to your outdoor space without worrying about them. And these chairs…
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Landfair on Furniture
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GLASS RECYCLED
24 Jan 2012 | 8:45 pmTerrazzo floors were originally made in Western Asia 9,000 to 8,000 BC with burnt lime and clay, colored red with ochre and polished. Much later, Venice invented a terrazzo that used marble chips in clay and goat milk as low cost flooring when polished. GLASS RECYCLED has improved on the process by turning glass bottles and discarded porcelain fixtures into beauty. Instead of filling our -
21 Jan 2012 | 2:13 pm
21 Jan 2012 | 2:13 pmThere's a new cookbook out written by Portland food writer Ashley Gartland. It's "Dishing Up® Oregon: 145 Recipes That Celebrate Farm-to-Table Flavors." Just a glance at various pages starts my mind thrilling to the imagined flavors: Shaved Zucchini and Basil Salad with Guajillo Chile Vinaigrette Chocolate Crab Bisque Cherry-Basil Bruschetta Basque-style Chicken with Espelette Piperade -
Judy George Adds Product Line
21 Jan 2012 | 1:46 pmWhile writing for Home Accents Today, I posted about the demise of Judy George's Domain Home in bankruptcy. I was interested in following George to see where she would turn up next. In September I wrote: Well, she’s back as Judy George International and her mission is to become one of the leading global home furnishings design groups. George intends to launch four brands in -
17 Jan 2012 | 3:53 pm
17 Jan 2012 | 3:53 pm433 Contract readers identify their top three preferred casegoods and desks manufacturing brands as: 1. Steelcase www.steelcase.com 2. Kimball Office www.kimballoffice.com 3. Knoll www.knoll.com 4. Herman Miller www.hermanmiller.com 5. Gunlocke www.gunlocke.com 6. Geiger www.geigerintl.com 7. HBF www.hbf.com 8. Haworth www.haworth.com 9. Tuohy www.tuohyfurniture.com 10. Bernhardt -
Please Welcome Pummer, Natural By Design
16 Jan 2012 | 3:52 pmPummer is a strange name here in the U.S. Wikileaks describes Pummer as a “solar powered self activating LED flasher. Pummers are nocturnal critters that soak up sunlight during the daytime, then, get active at night. Their nocturnal activity can either consist of a light show, or some pattern of sounds.” There’s another Pummer I’d like you to meet. His name is Pummer, Claus Pummer and he
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Things That Inspire
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Four Beautiful Homes–2012 edition
26 Jan 2012 | 6:23 amThis year, the 2012 Cathedral Tour of Homes is delighted to present four beautiful landmark Atlanta homes that exemplify the best of Atlanta’s architectural heritage, with 21st century updates from some of the most talented architects and designers in practice today. The Tour of Homes presents a rare opportunity to get a glimpse into these fabulous houses and grounds that represent the enduring legacy of Atlanta architecture and design.The Tour of Homes will take place on Sunday, January 29th from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Tickets cost $30, and include entry to the Inspiration House (open… -
Sisal stair runners
12 Jan 2012 | 7:17 amJanuary is here, and I am now tackling some of the open items that fell to the wayside after the push to finish the house build in the late summer/early fall.One of the highest priority items is a runner for the main stairs, seen above. This grainy image was taken this morning with my iphone, sorry for the poor quality of the photo! Lack of a runner has not bothered me in the slightest from a visual perspective; the stairs were crafted with the mellow white oak that we used for the rest of the house, with the same lightly limewashed finish that gives them the appearance of the… -
Favorite images of the year
31 Dec 2011 | 12:37 pm2011 was a great year - admittedly very stressful with the detailed part of the house build and the thousands of selections that had to be made, not to mention listing a house for sale in this atrocious real estate market, selling the house, and on top of that a big move after 14 years in the same house. But also wonderful - finally moving into the house that I had planned for and dreamed about for many years, moving to a different part of town (which has truly been life transforming - no longer do I spend 4+ hours in the car every day), getting used to a new routine (which is great for… -
O Christmas Tree
23 Dec 2011 | 11:21 amThis time last year, when our house was just framed, I dreamed about Christmas 2011. I planned to go all out with the decorations during our first Christmas in the new house. However, that did not really happen. Because the kids' Christmas vacation ended up being very long this year, we decided to spend a week in Colorado before Christmas. The holiday party we had planned for the Atlanta office of my husband's company fell through and was rescheduled to January, so I did not have the pressure of entertaining to get things in order. I did buy some wreaths and… -
My book list - Christmas 2011
20 Dec 2011 | 3:04 amI have quite a few books on my Christmas wish list this year - despite the fact that I have been collecting design, architecture, and art books for years, I still have a lot of bookshelves to fill in the new house! Although the ideal is to have a book whose cover is beautiful, with both inspiring pictures and text on the inside, truthfully I find merit in just about any architecture, art, or design book and get great joy in receiving them for Christmas. Here are some of the books that are on my 'wish list' this year - let me know if you have read them, or have any other…
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COTE DE TEXAS
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A Great and Luxurious Giveaway!
27 Jan 2012 | 12:19 amElsie de Wolfe, 1936 How do you like to dress your bed? For decades, we all used bedspreads like this, quilted and to the floor. Jacqueline Kennedy’s 1963 White House bedroom. Even with the bedspread pulled back, the bed was still dressed with thin cotton “blanket covers.” Often blanket covers were trimmed in either pink or blue and were monogrammed. The down duvet was a European staple, but in the U.S. until the 1970s, the quilted bedspread remained popular. The biggest change in bedding in the last few decades…
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Atticmag | Kitchens, Bathrooms, Interior Design
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Java Mural Kitchen
27 Jan 2012 | 12:11 amDrama can take many forms in the kitchen but usually it’s on the stove – not the walls. The colors of coffee and fine wine are artistically blended in an astonishing contemporary kitchen with one show-stopper visual element: a theatrical mural in the style of the controversial Baroque painter Caravaggio. Not everyone wants the gigantic muscular back of an unclothed man splashed on the wall behind the cooktop but someone for whom historical imagery is a passion certainly did. It’s unforgettable and pitch perfect in this kitchen by London’s bespoke master Janine Stone. Elegant Java-tone… -
Faux Deer Decor
26 Jan 2012 | 12:01 amArtistic interpretations of nature become creature comforts when adorning our walls. Animal motifs always have and always will be used in decorating. Maybe it’s because most people love animals, or maybe because it adds a bit of fun. This hand blocked felt menagerie just makes me smile. They are perfect for a nursery or little girl’s room. Or choose one from this whimsical junk yard trio for a boy’s room. Hand carved basswood trophies are on the higher end, but just one does the trick! These beauties are found in galleries and exhibits, but can also be custom… -
Black Beadboard Guest Bath
25 Jan 2012 | 12:03 amA lacquer look gives popular wall paneling fresh sophistication. We’ve seen a lot of bead board wainscoting in bathrooms because it adds a defining architectural element to walls at a moderate price. Usually it’s painted white or ivory and sometimes gray or green. But ebonized bead board – painted high-gloss black – kicks it several rungs up the style ladder as a category. Black, as we’ve seen, can have a modernizing effect on walls. In this California bath that quality has been applied with stellar results. Instead of adding color above it, the jet woodwork is crowned by mirrors. -
Unusual Plate Display Locations
24 Jan 2012 | 12:01 amDisplaying plate collections is centuries old, what is new are their locations. No longer is the dining room or kitchen the only way to go. Case point, white ironstone and black transferware above a headboard. They contrast nicely with the bedroom’s charcoal walls. Crisp hotel-style linens, a zebra rug and gingham chair repeat their colors. Decoupage plates and trays by John Derian are displayed en mass in this modern bathroom. The pieces become frameless art that add color and visual interest in an otherwise dull space. xxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxx… -
Five Kid’s Room Ideas
22 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pmThe current baby boom has thrown a spotlight on children’s spaces. Once an afterthought, children’s rooms are now considered part of the overall scheme in the house. I love to see what designers think up for little people and I favor rooms based on ideas rather than themes since I feel they are easier to update and modify as time moves on. A Cozy Nook [top] Barney purple and built- ins took an awkward second-story landing (note a bannister on the right) and transformed it into a snuggly window seat and library area that helps relieve some of the usual bedroom clutter. The…
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Country Bedroom Decorating Ideas
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Country Decorating Ideas | Home Decorating Ideas | Country Home Decor
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Americana Bathroom Decorating - How To Decorate An Americana Style Bathroom
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Decor Style & Home Decor Themes
31 Dec 2011 | 1:06 pmA simple approach to choosing or updating your decor style theme. Learn how to easily enhance your existing decor style.
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GOLD NOTES
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2012 Trends Post: Tiles (Guest Post by Paul Anater of Kitchen and Residential Design)
24 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amWhen I decided that no 2012 trends series would be complete without a tile post, my go-to guy was Paul Anater, editor and publisher of the incomparable Kitchen and Residential Design blog, also a friend and Blogger 19 "godfather."I knew that Paul had his finger on the pulse of this dynamic specialty, and that he was working with the top trade show for that industry, Coverings, to keep us designers and design writers informed. I attended Coverings a few years ago and found it to be well worth the time. If I can squeeze it into my schedule this April, you'll see me there again. (The fact that… -
2012 Trends Post: Faucets and Fixtures (Guest Post by The Home Depot)
17 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amWhat new faucets and fixtures might your kitchen and bath be wearing this year? I asked my former colleagues at The Home Depot, one of the country's largest decorative plumbing retailers, for their insights.Given their size and market share, what THD buys is a pretty good indicator of mass market trends. No, they're not trendsetters the way a luxury showroom could be -- the way their high-end Expo Design Center once was... sigh.What they are about is what's here, what's now and what's likeliest to show up in a home near you. Sarah Fishburne, the company's Director of Trend & Design,… -
2012 Trends Post: Appliances (Guest Post by Ferguson)
10 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amAn appliance should last 10 to 20 years, so why do trends matter in this category? For one, you want to avoid getting "bisqued," i.e., buying a color on its way out that will make replacements a nightmare. You also want to get the best water- and energy-savings available on the market, wherever applicable. Finally, it makes sense to take advantage of the latest offerings as they're typically improvements on performance, speed and/or convenience in this durable goods category.I went to one of the leading retailers of high-end appliances, Ferguson, for their 2012 trend forecast. Fred… -
2012 Trends Post: Colors (Guest Post by Sherwin-Williams)
3 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amHappy New Year, everyone! What are you looking forward to in 2012? I enjoy musing about the year ahead vis-a-vis home design trends at this time of year. So, in that spirit, this month's Gold Notes posts will all focus on 2012 forecasts, and feature industry guests in their areas of specialization.I called on paint maker Sherwin-Williams for color trends to kick us off, since they have such a large market footprint. Jackie Jordan, S-W's director of color marketing shared these insights on colors you might want to paint your interiors this year, and I've added my own pairing notes to the S-W… -
It's holiday time in the Houzz!
27 Dec 2011 | 3:00 amNo, that headline isn't a typo! I recently became a Featured Ideabooks contributor to Houzz.com, one of the most popular design sites on the Internet. Houzz is a tremendous, searchable database of projects, products, pictures, professionals and design possibilities.I was honored to be asked and excited to be contributing. So what is an Ideabook, you wonder? It's really a single concept mini-post illustrated with eight or more pictures.Since this is the last work day before Christmas when I'm actually writing this, I thought I'd share a few of my holiday-themed Ideabooks with you this…
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How To Organize Greeting Cards
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Clutter Control Tips
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On Track Product of the Week: Double Stainless Steel Turntable!
23 Jan 2012 | 8:25 amVersatile, convenient, and rustproof, this product is a kitchen organizing essential and can be utilized anywhere. Get creative! For instance, use it to efficiently store pantry items such as cans and jars. Eliminate the need to stack! -
New Uses For Old Things
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Organizing Toys For Your Kids
20 Jan 2012 | 10:34 amLegos, stuffed animals, books galore?! Check out these tips for organizing toys!
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Young House Love
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Dealing With Criticism
27 Jan 2012 | 9:02 amIt was fun to crack open a little bit of our personal “stuff” last Tuesday for this post about the real $herdog (yes, I’m still patiently waiting for that nickname to catch on) and John’s J-Boom version. And a funny thing happened after sharing those. Not only did they receive over 1,200 amazingly awesome and encouraging comments (note to self: apparently you’re not a social pariah if you admit that you sometimes have strawberry cream cheese on your ear and are inclined to impersonate Cindy Lou Who) but we also got dozens of emails – not even exaggerating… -
Reader Redesign: Stenciled Seats
26 Jan 2012 | 1:14 pmThe soft spot we have for stencil projects has certainly grown since our office undertaking, but this one by Amy at The Casablanca Transformation would probably win over even the most skeptical stencil fans. And it actually sounds doable in well under fourteen hours! Score. Here’s her letter: No matter how many decorating projects I do in my lifetime this one will surely go down in history as one of my all time best! I am so happy I had the idea and even happier that I dared to try! Here is the plain white leather bar stool before: And the after! I used a stencil from… -
Closet Affairs
26 Jan 2012 | 8:49 amLooks like I’ve once again been wrangled into one of Sherry’s schemes. This time it’s her “Dude, Get On That Already” challenge (apparently the “dude” applies to me also) where she’s trying to actually do something with some of the items that we’ve been collecting hoarding in our spare room. It’s a use it or lose it challenge if you will (well, more like a use it or donate/craigslist it challenge). This week’s victim: the light fixture that we rescued from a thrift store in Delaware nearly an entire year ago for a mere $19. -
I Like Big Globes And I Cannot Lie
25 Jan 2012 | 9:04 amYou other brothers can’t deny. When a light walks in with an itty bitty waist… … and a round thing in yo face you get sprung. At least I do. John just gets all blown out and looks angelic. The purpose of that photo was actually just to show you why we picked the height that we did. The common pendant light recommendation is to hang it 30″ above the top of the counter (from the top of the counter to the base of the pendant), but we went 31″ because my tall hubby didn’t want those round things in his face obstructing the view. It’s so nice to have… -
Yearbook Pictures
24 Jan 2012 | 1:01 pmWe’re working on hanging our new pendant lights so we’ll be back to share those pics in the morning. In the meantime, let’s talk about something people ask about all the time: photo storage. Ever since seeing Katie Bower’s family photo book two summers ago, we’ve been drinking the photo book Kool-Aid – starting with our very first Family “Yearbook” that we made last summer (you can read about that here). And now that another year has wrapped up, well, let’s just say this arrived last week: It’s one big glossy photo book stuffed to…
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designShrine
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Modern Upholstered Armchairs by KMP
21 Jan 2012 | 12:52 pmPerfectly on trend for 2012, these modern upholstered armchairs by Miami-based furniture company KMP are transforming a simple seat into a veritable objet d’art with their vibrant colors and exotic patterns. The One of a Kind collection takes popular modern armchair silhouettes – like the Abracci, Apollo, Ecko, Evita, Grand, Remi and Malia chairs – and turns them on their heads with splashy custom upholstery. The quality and attention to detail is impeccable – and no two chairs are alike, making them a real art piece. While the One of a Kind upholstered armchair collection look with… -
Outdoor Furniture City-Camp by Dedon
21 Jan 2012 | 12:49 pmOutdoor furniture firm Dedon has achieved the perfect balance between “cool” and “casual” with its City-Camp collection. Austrian-born designer Annette Hinterwirth ventures into the great outdoors with this laid-back line, inspired by the base camps of ancient explorers with a modern-chic twist. The collection includes the Daybed With Roof, offering a shady reprieve from the hot summer sun, swathed in billowing fabric for a touch of the exotic to your garden, deck or patio; the Tatami mats are a perfect complement to the Daybed or added to your existing loungers; and the Garden Swing,… -
Cool Wall Hooks by Thelermont Hupton
21 Jan 2012 | 12:45 pmWe were instantly “hooked” by these cool wall hooks by Thelermont Hupton. Each featuring a different hand gesture, this line of hand-shaped hooks says “thumbs up,” “hello,” with a wave, “shake,” “okay,” “up yours,” point, “peace” and “rock on,” all without saying a word! The hooks come in a range of hot hues including black, pink, orange, red or white, cast in composite materials with luscious lacquered finish. Mounted to your walls, these cool hand hooks are a fab functional element and they also make a great artistic addition to a plain wall. Retail price is… -
Graticule House by David Jameson Architect
11 Jan 2012 | 9:23 amArchitect David Jameson designed the Graticule House in Great Falls, Virginia. Description from the architect: Situated on a hillside site, the Graticule House is conceived to be a trace, or reference datum, allowing a reading of the relationship between the building and nature. Fundamental to the conception of the house is the notion of cadence, where repetitious vertical and horizontal markers of the building’s tectonics are juxtaposed with the particularity of the forest and ground plane. Light and space are modulated by meshing ribbons of glass and wall planes that form a… -
Autumn
14 Nov 2011 | 5:16 amI am always devastated by the end of summer... But at least the colors of autumn have cheered me up.
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Catherine + Davis
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Project Profile: Townhouse
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Panel It Modern
1 Jan 2012 | 2:04 pmWe’re loving paneled walls right now. The Catherine half creates the most stunning classic homes layered with paneling and rich materials. I’m a bit more contemporary, but love these spaces from past projects of ours. Right now we’re working on a few more modern spaces, but we’re adding paneling. The key is the tone on [...] -
Office Mate Profile: Wood Man
2 Sep 2011 | 11:19 pmThe mister and I have taken on a chunk of space in this great old warehouse building. The idea being, we both need space to think and do creative “stuff” outside the house. He’s moved over his photography gear and set up a proper area to shoot. I’ve set up a big desk with space [...] -
Our work: HGTV’s Income Property, Season 4
2 Sep 2011 | 8:01 pmWe're gearing up for the launch of HGTV's Income Property, Season 5 with a look back at Melissa's designs on Season 4.
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The Finishing Touch
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Home design inspiration from Downton Abbey
22 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pmWho knew that Downton Abbey would be such a tremendous tour de force in the 2012 television repertoire?! We love the historical setting, the fascinating characters and, most of all, the lavish interior design shots of real life Highclere Castle. Of course we are not the only admirers - Design Sponge has a fabulous look at 'Living In: Downton Abbey' with lovely show-inspired decor and product ideas. You can wander through a few other enchanting English country dwelling places on Houzz and click through the gorgeous Vanity Fair look at the… -
Simple woven wood shades can make a modern room!
19 Jan 2012 | 11:10 amWindow shades don't have to be fancy to be perfect Simplicity is good, even if you're not a huge Walden fan. That's why we're wild about this great beach bungalow breakfast room (found on Houzz) that features a fabulously papered wall, dark woods and a nice light-filtering window shade treatment. Color by COLOURlovers Want to re-create this look for the windows in your breakfast room? Our bamboo roller shades in Tropical Wood Cinammon are a perfect choice (and keeps your kids at home safer too!). Another great option is a Roman shade for a tailored window… -
Pick your room color with Colourlover
16 Jan 2012 | 6:30 amLevolor 3/8" honeycomb shades in sage (with cream and brown room accents) Inspiration for color schemes and accent colors is all around us - in magazines, friends' travel photos, runway collections, nail polish lines and beyond. But sometimes it's nice to have a nifty product do the work for you, whether that means identifying colors for you or just inspiring your eyes with fresh and cool new palettes. The perfect solution for your color curiousity: COLOURlovers Color by COLOURlovers You can search, save and salivate over combos never before appreciated. … -
Design is a life skill - inspired by the Eames
14 Jan 2012 | 11:38 amGrab the popcorn and pull up your coziest classic molded plastic armchair, your favorite modernist couple are about to make movie night a bit more beautiful and inspiring. The Charles & Ray Eames: The Architect and Painter documentary film on PBS is a look into the lives and partnership of the Eames design duo who together made up one of the 20th century's most influential partnerships. Architecture, film making, painting, designing, manufacturing and more - Charles and Ray were experimental creators who excelled at solving design challenges with beautiful function. Talk… -
Welcome Katie Laird as our newest home design lover!
9 Jan 2012 | 11:18 amGreetings interior design lovers and window fanatics! My name is Katie Laird (but you can call me happykatie) and I'm the newest member of the Blinds.com and The Finishing Touch Blog team. My background is in helping businesses make the world a better place through technology, but now I get to help you make your home a sweeter place through cool products, tips, tools and how-to's. Love it! Growing up abroad (any other Belgians out there?), I have long had an interest in older homes and the unique design challenges they provide. My little family lives in a…
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The Office Stylist
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Valentines Day at The Office: Chic Red Office Supplies + Accessories!
25 Jan 2012 | 11:22 amValentine’s Day gifts and fun don’t have to stop with chocolate and flowers, think of all the red office supplies and accessories that work too. Here are our top Valentine’s Day picks for both gifts and fun for your workspace. Things like the Lipstick pen and Pretty Love Sticky Notes are too cute and fun to pass up. What would you pick from our list? Like what you see? Click here to see all of our Valentine’s Day Red Office Supplies! Related posts:Fun Desk Accessories for Dog Lovers Chocolate Office Supplies: The Best of Both Worlds Fashionable Office Supplies -
Blue + Yellow Workspace: Get the look!
24 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am(1) Cobalt Binder (2) Over Easy Mousepad (3) “Chinese Food” Pencil Cup (4) Ceramic Memo Board (5) White Stylin’ Calculator (6) Jumbo Paper Clips (7) Butt Station Desk Organizer Green Related posts:Things we Love: Stylish Office Supplies Ceramic Memo Board- much better than plain paper to-do lists! Editor’s Picks: Summer Time at the Office -
3 Colors to Paint Your Office if You’re Afraid of Color
23 Jan 2012 | 11:53 amIf there is something I can’t stand when I walk into an office, it’s plain, white walls. It works for some offices but almost every office I see with white walls looks completely bland. Even if just one wall were painted something different, it would liven up the space. I do realize that not all companies want purple walls and that a lot of you may shy away from a splash of color on the walls but even a neutral shade would look good. Here are a few of my favorite neutral colors that I think you those of you who may not be ready for color, can try. Beige, otherwise known as old faithful. -
Just in! Unique Ace Mousepad
20 Jan 2012 | 1:47 pmWe’ve been getting a lot of amazing, fun, cool and unique items over at our cute office supply store. It’s the favorite part of our jobs, testing out and falling in love with fun + cool office supplies. With that being said, we’d like to show you what we just got in this morning, our super unique mousepad: Oh and it’s only $10. So worth adding a punch of something cool into your otherwise boring desk area. Related posts:Unique Office Furniture: Morphs 01 Seating Hugh Hayden Design: Very Unique Office Furniture Time for Renewal -
Carve a Workspace into your Living Room
18 Jan 2012 | 1:01 pmYou remember our post on a small space solution, also known as OneLessDesk? We came across a video of a living room work setup using a the green version of our custom purple OneLessDesk. We just had to share! Click the photo to see the video. And here’s ours: Check out OneLessDesk and their other amazing products here! Related posts:Stuck with a Small Space but Need Room to Work? Try OneLessDesk Experiment with Color in your Workspace If you could paint your workspace any color, what would it be? June 2011 POLL RESULTS
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Home Interior Design Themes
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Contemporary Glass-Top Sofa Table With 3 Beautifully Curving Chrome Legs
26 Jan 2012 | 12:55 pmA sofa table is designed for one primary purpose and that is to stand behind a sofa in a large interior space. They are frequently found in fashionable living rooms and provide an area for decorative items such as floral arrangements, sculptures and picture frames to be situated. If you’re looking for a contemporary table of this type which is not made from the standard wood designs then cast your eyes over this stunning glass-top Clayton sofa table with beautifully curving chrome legs. It’s rather futuristic in style and can certainly be called ultra-modern. The reflective… -
Scrap Metal Cat Sculpture for Cat Food and Water Bowls
25 Jan 2012 | 8:23 amAs a cat lover, a creation like this scrap metal cat sculpture is irresistible. However, it becomes doubly so when you find out the sculpture is in fact also a functioning cat food and water bowl holder. The wonderfully whimsical piece is made by renowned American sculptor Richard Kolb who has become well-known for his Yardbirds sculptures portraying cats, dogs, birds and a wide variety of other unusual characters. This cat sculpture is perfect for art-appreciating cat owners. Kolb collects the metal he uses in his sculptures from locations including landfill sites. Such items as garden… -
Rotating Alice In Wonderland Alarm Clock for Children with a Playing Card Theme
24 Jan 2012 | 7:05 amAlice in Wonderland is one of the all-time most popular children’s stories ever written. This rotating Alice in Wonderland themed alarm clock for children and adults is a delightful accessory for fans of the original Lewis Carroll book and the more recent movie adaptation. Featuring a clock face that literally moves and an array of decorative features, the red alarm clock will make a lovely addition to a child’s bedroom and will help them to get up early on school mornings with happy thoughts. Much of this clock’s decorative theme is based around that of playing cards which are central… -
Humorous Drinking Chef Wine Bottle Holder for the Dining Table
23 Jan 2012 | 12:29 pmSingular wine bottle holders come in all shapes, sizes and styles. Some of my favourite are whimsical in appearance and an example of one of these is this humorous drinking chef wine bottle holder that sits on a table-top. Dining and kitchen table surfaces are frequently decorative and aesthetically pleasing but rarely are they injected with a touch of humour and merriment. This cannot be said for a table with this very funny drunken chef accessory which is both eye-catching and functional. Made from resin and painted with astonishing detail, the figurative bottle holder features a chef’s… -
Wooden Passover Seder Plate with Hand-Painted Scenes of Jerusalem
22 Jan 2012 | 9:00 pmPassover Seder plates and bowls are usually simple plain designs that allow the focus to remain entirely on the ceremonial food contained within. However, decoration need not be rendered invisible as this beautiful Passover Seder plate and bowl set shows. Made from wood and hand-painted with scenes from the holy city of Jerusalem, the plate and bowl set are ideal tableware additions for observant Jewish families come the beginning of the important Passover festival. The decorative Seder plate is designed by Israeli artist Yair Emanuel who lives and works in Jerusalem. Brought up in a Jewish…
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Modern Designer Furniture Blog
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Chair bookcase by Gail Peter Borden
6 Jan 2012 | 9:39 amI love this Chair bookcase by Gail Peter Borden I just found today.Divided into three systems, there is [1] a cockpit chair that has an adjustable angle of repose and uses a compressive slotted connection, [2] a structural frame and cover/cloak that uses a fingered connection, and [3] an infill shelving system that deploys a pegged connection. The 237 books complete the remainder of the composition. This was found on yankodesign storeCheck it out here -
Cassina Dodo Armchair
9 Nov 2011 | 8:39 amOne of the most iconic chairs copied by millions and millions of companies but this is the real Dodo by Cassina Designed by no other than Toshiyuki Kitahttp://www.toshiyukikita.com/works/18.htmlIn 1998 for Cassina. The Dodo is so iconic that many of the design museums hold it on show. The crossover of the space age and the modern contemporary style are what make this one of the most iconic chairs.Will suit not just living rooms but found in many a office and bedroom.Check out Cassina Dodo chair -
Spaghetti Bâle Garden bench
17 Sep 2011 | 6:45 amI love this bench.. What a great idea..Called Spaghetti Bâle designed by Pablo Reinoso.Bio "French-Argentine artist and designer Pablo Reinoso was born in Buenos Aires in 1955 and has lived and worked in Paris since 1979."To see more work visit here http://www.pabloreinoso.com/iPhone/ArtExperience.htmlStunning! -
Lost chair from Daisuke Motogi
6 Sep 2011 | 9:18 amAn exhibit at Cheongju international craft here http://eng.okcj.org/home/main.doThe Lost chair is a great idea. It shape and feel reminds of the B&B Italia tufty range which I've blogged on here twice ( I do love it that much)Anyway the designer Daisuke Motogi born in 1981 whom started Daisuke Motogi Architecture in 2010 and has some stunning ideas already on the site.I love the way you can add books flowers, whatever you want in to the chair.For more great inspiration check out other works from Daisuke here -
Boffi Po bath-tub in Corian
24 Jun 2011 | 10:02 amI know bath tubs aren't really furniture but hey it's boffi. I love boffi and its naming of products.The "Boffi Po" (not poo) bath tub is so simple but just amazing.Of course this isn't an off the shelf or even custom made tub but a full reworking of your pipes!The picture of these modern and contemporary bath tub says it all really..Find out more here at boffi
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Styleture.com - notable designs and functional living spaces
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Designer Spotlight: Bike Furniture Design
27 Jan 2012 | 9:00 amThe Styleture editorial team is always on the lookout for creative furniture designs; especially ones that make use of recycled materials that many would consider trash. Bike Furniture Design (BFD), based out of Marquette, Michigan on the shores of Lake Superior, is a design and manufacturing studio specializing in contemporary/modern furniture made primarily from recycled steel and aluminum bicycle rims, handlebars and frames. BFD founder Andy Gregg, working within the vernacular of classic modern furniture design, has continued to refine his craft of making comfortable and durable… -
Hot Architecture: Bay of Fires Lodge
25 Jan 2012 | 9:00 amBay of Fires Lodge, Tasmania Tasmania, an island and Australian state situated about 150 miles south of the continent, is one of those rare destinations that even many seasoned world travelers never get to experience. But for those who do make it there, a stay at the Bay Fires Lodge is an opportunity to experience one of the great architectural masterpieces of the entire region. Bay of Fires Lodge Deck Situated at the top of a 130-foot cliff that receives a constant pounding from the sea, and surrounded by the outstanding wilderness of National Park, Bay of Fires Lodge was conceived by… -
Remebering Industrial Design Master Eva Zeisel (1906-2011)
23 Jan 2012 | 1:19 pmEva Zeisel, Industrial Designer The Styleture editorial team has many heroes in the design world; perhaps none have been more of an influence on us than the late Eva Zeisel. Ms. Zeisel, a Hungarian-born industrial designer known for her work with ceramics, passed away on December 30th at the age of 105. As admirers and fans that are simply in awe of what she contributed to the design world, we’d like to take this opportunity to remember her. Zeisel was born in Budapest in 1906 to a highly educated and intellectual Jewish family; her mom was the first woman to receive a PhD from the… -
Kinetic Design: The Murakami Chair Generates Light
16 Jan 2012 | 6:01 pmMurakami Chair designed by Rochus Jacob Maybe your grandma has a rocking chair. Maybe she sits on it and crotchets, or reads magazines about crocheting. Or maybe not. But the fact is, rocking chairs ain’t just for grandma anymore. The Murakami Chair offers a modern twist on the age-old furniture piece – it’s a rocker with a built-in OLED (organic light-emitting diode) lamp that’s powered by the rocking of the chair. That’s right – rock this puppy and you get to be a human power plant. Designed by Rochus Jacob, an award winning product designer based out of New York City with… -
Viva Victorian: The Return of Downton Abbey
13 Jan 2012 | 7:28 pmWith January here, many of us are dreading winter’s long, dreary onset. It means shorter days, longer nights and spending time indoors reading, knitting or sitting fireside and catching up on movies. Dreaded nights be damned, as the Crawleys of Downton Abbey have returned to our midst. With the Great War upon them, we’re anxiously awaiting if Mr. Bates’s past will be unearthed and if Anna will accept him; whether Thomas will be revealed as a scheming cad and war dodger; and, most important, will Matthew and Lady Mary finally get it together? To commemorate the occasion, we thought these…
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World Interior Design Network
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Glass Idromassaggio launches Osmos furnishing system
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Divide and Conquer new range of dynamic partitions
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Ligne Roset launches Mortaise storage and display unit
27 Jan 2012 | 12:30 amFrench brand Ligne Roset has launched Mortaise storage and display unit collection.
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kateoplis: Dunton Hot Springs, Colorado: what dreams are made...
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Long Island Style
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Making Way for Baby!
27 Jan 2012 | 10:59 amToday, my son and his wife found out they are having a beautiful little girl in June, and I'm beyond happy and excited for them, and us! In a perfect world, I'd create a nursery for our newest family member upon her visits from home in northern Virginia; which hopefully will be often! There is so much inspiration for nurseries these days from Layla Grayce, Serena & Lily, Restoration Hardware, -
Aurora & Kate
22 Jan 2012 | 4:50 pmOh, to be the Duchess this week of all weeks! The Middleton family is fortunate to be visiting the magnificent island of Mustique and staying at the beautiful Aurora Villa. The villa, which is owned by banker Mark Cecil and rents for roughly 23k per week at high season, is absolutely fit for a prince & princess, and even their own future family! It embodies all that is colonial style of the -
Everyday Finds
12 Jan 2012 | 3:21 pmEvery once in a while, you have to give credit where it's due; even in the most unlikely places. I was in my local Marshall's today and couldn't believe the amazing selection of decorative pieces and other furnishings they had in stock. Absolutely mind blowing and nothing over $250 with most items in the $50-$100 or less range! It's not often, but when they get it right, watch out. Enjoy! -
mrs. howard is coming to town
11 Jan 2012 | 1:55 pmWhat exciting news for those of us here on Long Island who are great admirers of the truly talented Phoebe Howard! Phoebe will be signing her new book, The Joy of Decorating: Southern Style with Mrs. Howard at The Book Revue in Huntington Village in May. Dates are being finalized and this will be Mrs. Howard's only signing here on Long Island. Please R.S.V.P. to me if you are interested in -
tangerine tango 2012 & lilly
11 Jan 2012 | 1:13 pmWhen Lilly Pulitzer sent me a link to their updated products based on Pantone's Color of 2012 - Tangerine Tango - It reminded me of the fun new furnishings I've been seeing from their Lilly Pulitzer furnishings line. Wouldn't it be fun to do a little or big girl's room, or fun vacation home with these bright and happy pieces? Enjoy! Images courtesy of www.horchow.com
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Alycia Wicker Design
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Dine with me
22 Jan 2012 | 8:39 pmThe dining room. It’s not like you can put a lot into all of them. And even if you did, the dining room only has one purpose technically, even though I use mine as a temporary office/gift wrapping center/craft area, homework spot. Now, every dining room has it’s own feel even if it does have multiple uses. It’s the look and feel it needs to have when guests come over to actually eat in it. So when I got the opportunity to design a dining room I had to create an identity for it. Which is I guess what I do a lot. I translate my client’s dreams for their rooms into a… -
The Home Office Photography Studio
22 Jan 2012 | 6:57 pmDual purpose rooms are something that many people need and struggle with how best to make them function. If you are lucky enough to have a large enough space for it, it can be done fairly easily. How? Let me show ya! Maggie came to me with the need of a home office and photo design studio. She needs a place to work, to shoot beautiful photographs and a space to meet with clients to review the photos. Seems like a lot to put in one place, right? Well it is, but if you can make areas for certain function you will have a multi-functioning space in no time. Start over on the right where… -
Inspired, finally
8 Jan 2012 | 8:20 pmAs with most of my projects, they only turn into something I am really proud of after I get inspired. I won’t send off a project to a client until I have done my best and that usually means I have to wait for that stroke of genius to hit me. Cliche, corny, why, yes, but very truthful. So here is one of my recent projects. Angel wanted some help with her living/ dining room combo space. So I looked and looked at this picture. Just wondering how I could make it better. Then I got it… What I wanted in the space was to draw attention to the height of the ceiling. When you walk up to… -
It’s the Willow House After-Christmas Sale
27 Dec 2011 | 10:35 amChristmas is over and I’m wondering if you got what your wanted? Oh sure, that Killer Bee Bunker is going to come in handy when those Killer Bees come back to take revenge for those two dudes who “wrestled” in those spandex drawers with a bumble bee print. In the mean time, I’m sure you’d like to share your remaining good moments on earth with some good friends and family. Or maybe you just want to buy yourself something pretty not wanting to share the awesome items with anyone and having them drool at your Belle Meade Entertaining stand (Yes. They will.) The new… -
I’m dreaming of a Pink Christmas
5 Dec 2011 | 12:06 amOr maybe Pinky Tuscadero. Not sure. Oh, I was thinking of Leather Tuscadero. *slap my thighs twice and make guns with my fingers* Who doesn’t want a Pink Christmas? Yeah, Elvis Presley talked about a Blue Christmas, but if he hung out with Pinky Tuscadero, I’d bet he changed his tune. Okay, let’s end this weird trip down memory lane. Back to Pink Christmas…I know, you’re still burping up Thanksgiving. I know. But hello! You can’t wait till last minute if you want to be hot to trot with your Pink Christmas, can you? No, you can’t. ;-p One day…
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Mrs. Howard Personal Shopper
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New Obsession: Quilts
27 Jan 2012 | 8:30 amPhoebe has always been a collector of quilts, and we love to use them in our decorating projects and in our stores. Below is a headboard made from a quilt: So lucky that the corners matched up on this king size headboard, and that the returns also worked perfectly. Also, it was great that there was enough left for two pillows! Here are two pillows made from a quilt. This is what you can do with quilts that are in poor condition. And here are two more. We have some fantastic quilts in absolutely pristine condition in the stores right now, we have framed them in white frames and they make quite… -
Quick Change: Blue & White
25 Jan 2012 | 9:43 amBlue and white is a classic and fresh combination that we never seem to tire of. One of the easiest ways to update a room is with new pillows. Here are some current favorites: (1)$155 - 15" x 18" (2)$415 - 19"square (3)$195 - 16.75"square (4)$290 - 22"square (5)$199 - 20"square (6)$199 - 21"square (7)$245 - 16"square (8)$199 - 20"square As always, all of these items are available for purchase. For more information or to order, please contact me: Leah - lkennelly@jmhoward.net. -
Before and After of the Week
23 Jan 2012 | 8:30 amContinuing with the same client project from last week, the family room has an enormous vaulted ceiling and a soaring stone fireplace. We needed to close in the space and did so by using an area rug to ground the upholstery and make it a more inviting and relaxed setting. We combined pairs of brown velvet sofas and floral print chairs with the client's existing coffee table. We also custom-made a pair of cabinets with wire doors, one of which houses the TV. The pleated linen sheers on the window frames the beautiful views outside, and allow a lot of natural light to filter in. Check it… -
Cultivate Your Kitchen
20 Jan 2012 | 8:30 amOur friends from Williams-Sonoma were kind enough to include Phoebe in their new web site Cultivate.com, which is launching this month! On the site, Phoebe provides tips about designing a kitchen, layout suggestions, and other topics that are very useful.Cultivate.com is Williams-Sonoma’s first-ever design web site focused solely on kitchen design and remodeling. Cultivate is full of editorial content with inspiration and advice all about kitchens (there is no e-commerce - it is all about inspiration and tips). Top interior designers share their best kitchen projects and anyone who joins… -
Southern Living's Dear Mrs. Howard: Do My Bedside Tables Have to Match?
18 Jan 2012 | 10:41 amIn the January 2012 issue of Southern Living, Phoebe tackles bedside tables in her column "Dear Mrs. Howard." Here is a preview:
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Bridget Beari Design Chat
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Calling all Animal Lovers!
25 Jan 2012 | 6:32 pmI am asking all my readers who are pet lovers to lend me a hand. I need more pet names, dogs, cats, or horses for my wallpaper line and another paint line. I had many comments about pets I omitted on the last paint chart so now is your chance to have a paint color or wallpaper named after your little friend. All you have to do is leave a comment with your pets name and send a photo to bridgetbeari@mac.comI also need a one word description of your pet so I can match colors and personalities. We will announce the winners in February as well as create a scrapbook with pictures of… -
Bridget Beari Travels to NYC!
22 Jan 2012 | 3:26 pmMy long weekend trip to see clients in NYC turned into a food extravaganza! We hit the jackpot on some old tried and true restaurants and some new finds. It snowed Saturday so we were not sure we wanted to brave the weather to go outside the hotel but we are so glad we did.We have tried before to get into Babbo's with no luck but this time we were lucky and it was worth the wait. located at 110 Waverly PlaceThis is a Mario Batali restaurant. Below is the review from Gourmet! Here is his cookbook and he also has one just of the restaurant dishes.The line was 20 deep when we got there… -
Feeling Fabulous!
19 Jan 2012 | 6:21 amThis is a great little book about "How to be Fabulous." With all the dreams and big ideas I have been working on lately I needed a little light under my fire and this book was just the ticket! Essentials of Fabulous“No one is born fabulous,” author Ellen Lubin-Sherman writes. “You have to decide to do it—to transform yourself into one of those amazing creatures that infiltrate our lives and ignite our dreams with their swagger, energy, pizzazz, and soigné… -
Washington, D.C. Color Consulting - Architectural Color Consultation
17 Jan 2012 | 6:12 amCheck out Bridget Beari Colors over on the Painted Room blog! Washington, D.C. Color Consulting - Architectural Color ConsultationThanks so such to Jean for connection and the friendship from twitter. She's practically a neighbor being from D.C. I hope we can collaborate on some upcoming projects and talks! -
Bridget Beari Picks!
15 Jan 2012 | 8:15 amAnother new feature for 2012 is Bridget Beari Picks! …
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5 Christmas Tablescape Ideas
11 Dec 2011 | 11:55 amSo it’s just about that time of year to gather around the table with family and friends!!! Here are some Christmas tablescape ideas to inspire you when decorating for that special occasion. Love these red lanterns Jen used over at At Home In The Northwest. A simple tablescape but boy, what a statement those splashes of red make! Here is a beautiful tablescape created by Dining Delight with her daughter. Love the white and silver with the natural touches of the pinecones and greenery. This beautiful tablescape was shared by Jordan and Janette at their blog, The 2 Seasons. -
Lakeway Drive Richmond VA
8 Dec 2011 | 8:20 pmExterior Front Lake view from back Beautiful victorian staged and photographed by Artisticblend Designs. Exterior Front 2 Exterior Back Grand Entry View to Living room from Entry Livingroom 1 Livingroom 2 Livingroom 3 Sunroom Family Room 1 Family Room 2 Family Room 3 Family Room 4 Kitchen 2 Kitchen 3 Kitchen 1 Breakfast Nook Diningroom 2 Diningroom 1 Balcony 1 Master Bedroom Master Bath 1 Master Bath 2 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 4 Bedroom 4 Walkin Closet Bath 3 Bath 1 Bath 2 Bath 4 -
5 Thanksgiving Place Setting Ideas
18 Nov 2011 | 3:26 pmA simple and creative place setting by Design Evolution. And Michelle is even nice enough to provide a FREE download for the cards! And Sarah at Sheek Shindigs has this adorable sailboat treat holder/place setting with step-by-step instructions. Indian Corn Place Card Holder with M & M’s! Holiday Crafts and Creations has a ton of creative ideas for Thanksgiving. Check ‘em out! Cathie Filian shares a tutorial on making these great fabric leaf place setting cards at Domestic In The City. And you can always rely on Martha Stewart to provide a simply elegant solution! -
5 Simple Thanksgiving Centerpieces
16 Nov 2011 | 1:54 pmGreat ideas for cranberry decor over at Thoughtfully Simple. Simple Veggie Centerpiece at Better Homes and Garden. How easy, right?! Glass vase, cranberries and candle = DONE! Check out The Yellow Cape Cod’s post on fruit and flower centerpieces. Thanksgiving makes us all a little nuts right?! Good Housekeeping shares some great centerpieces HERE. And check out this quick and easy tutorial for pumpkin votive centerpieces at A Pumpkin And A Princess!
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Spring watch: Metallic luxe and mirrored furniture
24 Jan 2012 | 11:46 amI know it’s still January but there’s no harm in looking ahead to spring. It should put you in a better mood at the very least! If you’re not partial to the conventional spring trend of butterfly motifs and floral prints, metallic tones and mirrored furniture are an elegant and sleek alternative for spring 2012. The luxurious, glam and discreetly feminine ambience that mirrored and metallic materials bring to the home resonate with the serenity of a bright, crisp spring morning. 3D bedroom with mirrored bed, designed by alleypea There are so many more colours than silver to play… -
A new year, a new look – key kitchen trends for 2012 from Anna Ryder Richardson
20 Jan 2012 | 12:33 pmA new year should bring a new lease of life into our homes! If you’ve been thinking of sprucing up your house, then January is the perfect month to make the creative leap. And what better room than the kitchen – the hub of the home – to inject a new look into 2012. I joined Magnet’s spokesperson Anna Ryder Richardson for lunch – who you’ll no doubt remember from Changing Rooms back in the day – and she took us through her key kitchen looks for 2012: If you’re now lusting after Anna’s subtle accents of pear green and plum purple in her ‘Kitchen… -
Rose & Grey: How to use colourful trends with confidence in 2012
19 Jan 2012 | 6:59 amNow we’ve hit 2012 I’ve been inundated with exciting trend predictions, bright colour picks and hot products for the coming year, from bloggers who’ve kept their eyes and ears open and the trend experts who specialise in this area. Image credit: olliandlimeblog.com The experts at Pantone are tipping the bright citrus blasts of Tangerine Tango as the colour of 2012 and Farrow and Ball agree that bright paint is back, saying we’ll be using bold, unexpected shades on our walls and in our home accessories this year. In December, our friends at Trend Bible showed you the… -
Save 20% off authentic design classics by Eames, Saarinen and Bertoia
17 Jan 2012 | 11:59 amIt’s the ultimate January sale with a difference: Over 40 authentic design classics from our supplier Couch Potato Company have been reduced by a super 20% and this offer is now available to everyone. This exclusive discount is guaranteed to beat the January blues and give you real design kudos as well. To tantalise your design-hungry taste buds, here’s a few of my favourite must-haves: Authentic Luxury First created over half a century ago, the Eames lounge chair has established itself as a classic in the history of modern furniture. Together, the Eames lounge chair and ottoman… -
The Knoll & Vitra Sale event: Be the first to get 20% off design classics
12 Jan 2012 | 11:11 amEvery high street store and online retail company has a sale on right now. Well, it is January so I expect no less. But how do you sort the wheat from the chaff? The still-stylish from last season’s ugly? The great value from the discount dump? To save you wasting money on a ‘bargain’ chair no one wanted when it first came out, we’ve teamed up with design specialists Coach Potato Company to offer you the exclusive sale of 2012. And you can preview it 24 hours ahead of anyone else. Our exciting Knoll and Vitra Sale event, with an exclusive 20% off design classics*, is…
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LOVELY SPACE!
26 Jan 2012 | 9:35 amI like this room from interior designer Katie Ridder. Especially love the orange sofa and the tall windows. A warm and inviting space...not at all pretentious but nicely designed in a fun... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
SEE THIS HOUSE: MY STATE OF THE UNION - A $7.5 MILLION WASHINGTON D.C. HOME WITH ITS OWN OVAL OFFICE!
25 Jan 2012 | 10:24 amSo I missed the State of the Union last night. I was picking up COCOCOZY catalogs, doing a conference call on p.r., and getting my nails done. I know...I should have taken the time out to engage... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
WICKER WATCH!
23 Jan 2012 | 3:27 pmSo awhile back, I went to that fundraiser at uber interior designer Michael Smith's house...it was fundraiser with the First Lady Michele Obama as the guest of honor. I took pictures of the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
WEEKEND PHOTO - STOOP IT UP!
22 Jan 2012 | 9:45 pmNow this is a front stoop. Love it...I like the rusty metal planters on either side, the stone stairs, the black front door, the lighting, and the white washed brick exterior is my... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
REVEAL: COCOCOZY 2012 CATALOG COVER THANKS TO ALL OF YOU!
20 Jan 2012 | 4:29 pmOkay...here it is. Drumroll please... The front cover and the back cover of the COCOCOZY 2012 Catalog featuring all of our pillows, throws, drapery, new tabletop, candles and more! (just a... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Your Shortcut To A More Profitable & Passion-Filled Interior Design Business
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You Won’t Believe What Our Long-Time Interior Designer Members Said!
22 Jan 2012 | 5:14 pmWe’re almost ready to celebrate Design Success University‘s fourth anniversary, and the votes are in. Click here to see what some of our favorite clients had to say… We were blown away. Thank you so much! If you’re ready to remove the roadblocks to your success, be sure to start by downloading our 2012 Interior Design Fee & Salary Survey eBook. It [...] -
New Years Learning Experiences – Valuable Insights for Interior Designers
9 Jan 2012 | 12:24 pmWe started off the New Year with excitement and anticipation for the launch of our 2012 Interior Design Fee & Salary Survey eBook on Thursday, January 5th. (It is full of great information to help you plan your year.) Last year when we launched our eBook, we had several technical glitches, so we were extra cautious to check and test everything [...]
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Live Simply
27 Jan 2012 | 11:50 amIt’s a great motto right? Well it’s also the name of Annie’s darling organizing blog. Today, I have the pleasure of being interviewed by her. We talk about organizing of course, but also what motivates me to get out of bed. Although, this week nothing could motivate me - I spent most of it in bed sick. Never fun. Happy Friday! Wishing you a very healthy weekend! Pin It -
House of Fifty’s Latest
26 Jan 2012 | 12:01 pmI am so proud of my friend and fellow blogger, Janell Beals. She dared to dream last year and launched the online shelter magazine, House of Fifty. Today, she released the fourth issue and the "bountiful" theme shines through. The 2012 Winter/Spring issue is jammed packed with beautiful interiors, yummy recipes and ton of inspiring articles. You will love! Here are some of my favorite images from the issue … What are you waiting for? … click on over toHouse of Fifty! xo, Pin It -
Interview with Interior Designer Suzanne Tucker
24 Jan 2012 | 11:23 amOnce a protégée of Michael Taylor {a designer known for creating the “California look”}, Suzanne Tucker is now recognized as one of the country’s leading interior designers. She founded the San Francisco interior design, Tucker and Marks with her husband Timothy F. Marks in 1986. Over the years, Suzanne’s esteemed 20-person firm has received numerous design awards and has been featured in countless shelter magazines. Most recently, the firm was honored as one of Architectural Digest’s AD 100 for 2012. I’ve long admired Suzanne’s work and I’m not alone. Her… -
Red Rush – Go Niners!
21 Jan 2012 | 11:23 amThe 49er faithful are beaming with pride. It’s been a while, but this year the San Francisco 49er’s made it to the NFL play-offs. One Sunday, we will be cheering the red & gold as they beat play the NY Giants. To celebrate this incredible season, I’m showcasing beautiful interior designs highlighting the striking hue of red… {photos above via Lonny Magazine} {Photos above via Rue Magazine} {Photo from British Vogue via Mimi+Meg} {Designer Katie Ridder} {Coach Harbaugh’s family motto} Go Niners! -
Giveaway: Wall Decals for Kids from 41 Orchard
18 Jan 2012 | 10:23 amYour child’s interests will evolve and a child that might not have cared what his room looked like as a two year old, may have a strong opinion as a four year old. Wall decals are a great way to decorate ever changing nursery rooms, playrooms or kids’ bedrooms. They can instantly add color and a touch of whimsy to a child’s space without the commitment. 41 Orchard, of Victoria Australia designs the cutest wall decals. I love that they use eco-friendly materials – a self adhesive fabric that won’t peel over time, but can be removed without damaging the wall. It was hard…
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Closet Factory : Blog Detail
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How Organizing Compares to a Diet
4 Jan 2012 | 9:00 am5 Strategies to keep the two most common New Year’s Resolutions No surprise that after a season of over indulgence, two of the most common New Year’s Resolutions are: 1) to lose weight and 2) to get organized More... -
Spring Cleaning Tips
10 Mar 2011 | 9:00 amSo what is spring cleaning? Does it mean we have to clean up around the outside of our house? Use vinegar on the windows? Beat the carpets? Or is it that desire to air out our homes and hang our linens on the clothesline for that crisp clean smell? I guess it means something different to everyone. Here's what I like to do once the snow has melted and the More... -
Welcome Baby!
23 Feb 2011 | 8:00 amBabies are precious gifts and we’re all captivated by the many items created just for them. Unfortunately tiny clothes, stuffed animals, cribs and changing tables can crowd you out in a snap. In my new book One Year to an Organized Life with Baby I offer a comprehensive guide for pregnant women and their partners/spouses. And because the arrival More... -
December Christmas Tips to Stay Organized
15 Dec 2010 | 12:00 pmWe’re in the midst of a frenzy of Christmas activity so many of you are not thinking about organizing. That’s something most people think about in January. But I want you to know there are some things you can do right now to get a fresh start to the New Year and make next Christmas season a little easier. W More... -
The Organized Way to Think Ahead this Holiday Season
13 Dec 2010 | 12:00 pmAt this time of year most people are trying to keep their heads above water. The TV airwaves and newspapers are full of ways to celebrate. What if we did something a bit radical? What if we looked beyond the holiday and found a few ways to save time, space, energy and money before the clock strikes More...
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“Shady” Bed by Dylan Gold
27 Jan 2012 | 2:00 amWho hasn’t dreamed of sleeping out under the protective canopy of trees? You get to feel close to nature, far from the city and the stress and anxiety of the grind. Yet, we could do without the dirt, protruding roots, and sudden rain. Instead, sleep surrounded by the forest-inspired forms of the Shady bed. BYO Soothing Nature Sound alarm clock. Create by Dylan Gold -
Luxury House in Belgium by Graux & Baeyens Architects
27 Jan 2012 | 2:00 amCompleted just last year, in 2011, the House DS residential project is part of Graux & Baeyens Architecten‘s portfolio. Located in a residential area of Destelbergen, Belgium, the property on which House DS rests was purchased 10 years ago, but it was only not long ago the owner decided to transform the house into a contemporary living space with the help of the talented team of architects. With the property measuring 1,071 square meters, the construction was built to have 312 square meters of interior spaces.The farm-resembling home almost got demolished, but the architects convinced… -
Casa RO project by Elias Rizo Architecture
27 Jan 2012 | 2:00 amGuadalaraja-based studio Elias Rizo Arquitectos has designed the Casa RO project. Completed 2010, this two story contemporary home is located in Guadalaraja, Jalisco, Mexico. Casa RO by Elías Rizo Arquitectos “The site is located in a well stablished residencial area. This house built in the 60?s, with its straight lines, honest distribution, communication with the exterior, and usage of materials, represents the architecture of its time. All these hints help the author decipher the project and set in motion arduous work of intervening while respecting its essence. The project consists in… -
Contemporary Table Collection By Geiger International Inc
27 Jan 2012 | 2:00 amGeiger International has always got the finest in wood veneer furniture, and specializes in office furnishings. As a division of Herman Miller’s company, Geiger is always pushing toward clean and minimalistic design– in both the physical sense and the green principles. One of their newer designs comes from designer Jay Chapman, called “Loophole.” It’s got a base of loops that cross to create a look of one unified piece, although it’s got a beautifully executed form that hides each and every seam, join and edge. It comes in a wide array of shapes and sizes, with plenty of wood… -
Unique Porcelain Speaker
27 Jan 2012 | 2:00 amThe idea of this natural resonance porcelain speaker is derived from the desire to create a unique and hand crafted speaker from the interior. Looking at the speakers that are out there on the market today which are mass produced the trap the sounds within itself, because it mostly focuses on amplifying a fat bass and sharp high tones. This porcelain speaker will put most of its focus on the natural vibe and ambiance. By amplifying inside with the ceramic and wood transmission construction, the sounds have a slight echo effect therefore establishing a more natural feeling of resonance. Each…
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Alycia Wicker Design
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Dine with me
22 Jan 2012 | 8:39 pmThe dining room. It’s not like you can put a lot into all of them. And even if you did, the dining room only has one purpose technically, even though I use mine as a temporary office/gift wrapping center/craft area, homework spot. Now, every dining room has it’s own feel even if it does have multiple uses. It’s the look and feel it needs to have when guests come over to actually eat in it. So when I got the opportunity to design a dining room I had to create an identity for it. Which is I guess what I do a lot. I translate my client’s dreams for their rooms into a… -
The Home Office Photography Studio
22 Jan 2012 | 6:57 pmDual purpose rooms are something that many people need and struggle with how best to make them function. If you are lucky enough to have a large enough space for it, it can be done fairly easily. How? Let me show ya! Maggie came to me with the need of a home office and photo design studio. She needs a place to work, to shoot beautiful photographs and a space to meet with clients to review the photos. Seems like a lot to put in one place, right? Well it is, but if you can make areas for certain function you will have a multi-functioning space in no time. Start over on the right where… -
Inspired, finally
8 Jan 2012 | 8:20 pmAs with most of my projects, they only turn into something I am really proud of after I get inspired. I won’t send off a project to a client until I have done my best and that usually means I have to wait for that stroke of genius to hit me. Cliche, corny, why, yes, but very truthful. So here is one of my recent projects. Angel wanted some help with her living/ dining room combo space. So I looked and looked at this picture. Just wondering how I could make it better. Then I got it… What I wanted in the space was to draw attention to the height of the ceiling. When you walk up to… -
It’s the Willow House After-Christmas Sale
27 Dec 2011 | 10:35 amChristmas is over and I’m wondering if you got what your wanted? Oh sure, that Killer Bee Bunker is going to come in handy when those Killer Bees come back to take revenge for those two dudes who “wrestled” in those spandex drawers with a bumble bee print. In the mean time, I’m sure you’d like to share your remaining good moments on earth with some good friends and family. Or maybe you just want to buy yourself something pretty not wanting to share the awesome items with anyone and having them drool at your Belle Meade Entertaining stand (Yes. They will.) The new… -
I’m dreaming of a Pink Christmas
5 Dec 2011 | 12:06 amOr maybe Pinky Tuscadero. Not sure. Oh, I was thinking of Leather Tuscadero. *slap my thighs twice and make guns with my fingers* Who doesn’t want a Pink Christmas? Yeah, Elvis Presley talked about a Blue Christmas, but if he hung out with Pinky Tuscadero, I’d bet he changed his tune. Okay, let’s end this weird trip down memory lane. Back to Pink Christmas…I know, you’re still burping up Thanksgiving. I know. But hello! You can’t wait till last minute if you want to be hot to trot with your Pink Christmas, can you? No, you can’t. ;-p One day…
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Wanderlusting: Saint James Paris
23 Jan 2012 | 4:23 pmIf a picture is worth 1000 words, this post has already exceeded your attention span. Perhaps knowing that this gem of a boutique hotel is offering a private sale on bookings will rouse you from your slumber. With interior style served up by Paris's Bambi Sloan, this hôtel particulier surrounded by a privacy wall and garden will astound even the most well-heeled traveler. It manages to be both quirky and utterly posh at the same time (which is a good thing, as I'm not so keen on quirk but an undying slave to posh). But back to that private garden. Though enjoyable by day, it is a… -
FIG Finale Sale: Shop Like a VIP
22 Jan 2012 | 12:27 pmIf there's one thing you should know about my great city, it's that Dallas is a city that loves to shop. There's a nonstop round of society events in the works, celebrity appearances, famous athletes, benevolent billionaires and all-around fabulous people to mix and mingle with nightly. Because of this, fashion is and always will be key to the city's bustling social scene. Thankfully, there are always fabulous sales and trunk shows helping you look your best and still maintain the required minimum balance in your bank account. One "not to be missed" event is the… -
Digging Deeper: Isabella Oliver Winter Sale
22 Jan 2012 | 7:22 amI could shop the Isabella Oliver Sale racks forever. Seriously, I don't know what those ladies are up to, but their designs are absolutely impeccable. This lovely outfit above? Culled from their clearance section. That's right... the perfect leather jacket, ideal straight-leg jeans and a chunky necklace that'll make you swoon. Pair that with an of-the-moment (yet timeless) striped tee and a luxe leather bag and you're off with style to spare. I could go anywhere in this outfit with the right shoes. In this case, sky high black heels should do the trick. (Full disclosure... I have this top and… -
Trunk Club: Netflix for Menswear
13 Jan 2012 | 6:05 pmA concept too cool to keep to myself... Trunk Club. For the stud in your life who is too busy to shop for himself. (This is all of them, right?) Imagine sharing the deets on your lifestyle, your needs, your age, your profession and having a team of stylists consider carefully what clothing meets that criteria. That's precisely how this works. Within days this new wardrobe in a box arrives on his doorstep. Inside is an assortment of apparel that's custom fitted to meet his personal style as well as his size. The best part? He can buy the pieces he wants (or that you want him to keep)… -
Louboutin Looms Large over LA
12 Jan 2012 | 8:13 amYou lucky Angelenos have all the fun. An 80 degree New Year's Day. Balmy, breezy climate. All the celeb watching one can tolerate. And of course, the huge mural of a Louboutin stiletto on Sunset. I love that this massive (10 stories tall?) image of a stunning heel was created in collaboration with street artist Galo Make Canote on the side of an otherwise unsightly building. You LA dwellers certainly know how to welcome a fellow to town. That's right, the massive billboard was created to properly greet Mr. Louboutin to Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills on February 3. And, of course, to…
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Home Decorating Trends
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Bright ÉLYSÉE Sofa
28 Jan 2012 | 5:37 amSofas are where you relax after a hard day’s work, where you watch TV or enjoy a nice glass of wine, where you snuggle down and cuddle up. If you’re not a fan of sophisticated and complicated designs when it comes to furniture, then you probably prefer something a little more simple, something like the ÉLYSÉE sofa. This is an extremely simple sofa. At the same time, it is bright and fun. A contemporary sofa needs to be comfortable, stylish and versatile and most of all it needs to fit in with your home. You need to know that whichever sofa you choose, you’ll be buying a quality piece… -
The Modern Surrey Villa in England With An Impressive TV Room
28 Jan 2012 | 2:00 amThis beautiful and impressive family residence is located in Surrey, England. It’s a luxurious property and it’s currently sold by Barton Wyatt. The property is also known as ‘Pine Acre’. It’s a peaceful and tranquil home surrounded vegetation and a garden. It also includes a beautiful contemporary home that has been finished to the highest specifications. The residence features a functional design. It’s well-proportioned and very spacious. The residence includes a spacious reception room, a large entrance hall, a large kitchen, a breakfast area and a family room that is directly… -
The 25Hours Hotel HafenCity in Hamburg,Germany
28 Jan 2012 | 12:51 amThis is the 25Hours Hotel HafenCity, a beautiful development located in Hamburg, Germany. The interior design was a project by Stephen Williams Associates. HafenCity is the largest development project in Europe that was built in the 21st century. This impressive project basically reinvented Hamburg’s old harbor quarter turning it into an urban development featuring shops and the world-class Herzog & de Meuron-designed Elbe Philharmonic Hall. The hotel was inspired by the rich maritime history in the area. It features 170 cabin-style suites as well as a rooftop sauna, a restaurant, a… -
Escea DX 1500 Luxury Gas Fireplace
27 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pmNothing compares to the picture of a fireplace, especially when it can be found in your house. It gives such a pleasant feeling that it is impossible not to relax and enjoy the place and atmosphere. Nowadays, when people invent so many things and come up with all sorts of new ideas to improve their lives, the existence of ultra-wide Escea seems as a normal thing. The luxury gas fireplace will definitely attract your attention not only through its aspect, but also through its size and elegance. It has a 1500 mm flame, a 1560 W x 360 h viewable glass and is based on Heat Ducting Technology,… -
Minimalist small bathroom makeover
27 Jan 2012 | 6:39 pmNot a lot of people pay attention to the bathroom. But if you have the time and resources you can turn your bathroom into a spa, a place for relaxation. This inspiring bathroom makeover is the perfect example for that. This bathroom used to look good, but it also had the potential to look much better so the owner decided to give it a makeover. It was a simple 125 square-foot room that has been renovated and turned into an artistic, spa-like area. Now it’s a modern and sleek bathroom with a minimalist interior. The space has been functionally divided and smartly used. The colors used are…
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Room of the Week – sophisticated living room
17 Jan 2012 | 6:01 pmThis weeks Room of the Week is a sophisticated living room. From the House to Home galleries this room has a simple colour scheme featuring a neutral grey palate. The dominate use of grey in this room creates a very calm room. In this room the very simple colouring is enhanced with the use of different textures, for example the wooden panels and the high gloss coffee table. The interior could also easily be supplemented with other colours to add interest. If you want a simple sofa for your home the Aspen sofa from Content by Conran would be a great choice, we have just ordered this… -
BlogTourNYC … who’s attending?
17 Jan 2012 | 4:14 amFinally after many months of anticipation the full line up of the attendees of this years BlogTourNYC organised by Modenus was announced yesterday. Design bloggers around the world have been eagerly waiting the announcement and the list of attendees includes some fantastic blogs. The first BlogTour was held last September when a group of bloggers from the US visited London during the Design Festival. Following the success of BlogTour2011 a trip to the Architectural Digest Home Design Show is planned for March, with other trips to Milan, Paris and back to London planned for 2012. -
Design classics – Emeco Navy Chair
13 Jan 2012 | 1:38 pmAfter a short break for New Year we are back blogging and today we are adding another design classic to our monthly series. For January we are featuring the Emeco Navy Chair. The chair was originally created for the destroyers of the US Navy with the first one made in the 1940′s during Word War II. With a brief to design a chair that could survive a torpedo hit on the destroyer it’s good to know they are still around nearly 70 years later! The strong construction and the curves in the seat make the Navy chair both highly durable and extremely comfortable. The chairs are still… -
Interiors Advent calendar … 24th Dec
24 Dec 2011 | 6:00 amIt’s the twenty-fourth day of December and we have just opened the final window on our Interiors Advent calendar. Today we found some luxury crackers from Harrods. Every Christmas table needs Christmas crackers and if you want the best you can get Harrods is the place to go. The gifts inside include a Swarovski crystals key ring, a leather passport holder and a leather iPod holder. Party hats and a booklet of jokes is included, although I can’t vouch for the quality of the humour! These crackers aren’t the cheapest but maybe just perfect for the person who has… -
Interiors Advent calendar … 23rd Dec
23 Dec 2011 | 6:00 amIt’s the twenty-third day of December and we have just opened another window on our Interiors Advent calendar. Today we found a silver candlestick from Asprey. Combining hallmarked sterling silver with a crystal stem this candlestick is a perfect choice for the Christmas table. Simple yet elegant it would work in any interior style and is something to treasure for years to come. To add it to your Christmas list visit their London store to browse the range, or visit the Asprey website . Filed under: Interiors Advent Calendar Tagged: advent calendar, Asprey, Interior Design
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Sneak Peek @ daily decorator catalog
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Cute Closet Conversions
26 Jan 2012 | 1:38 pmIf your closet doesn’t need to house shoes and clothes think out of the box and put that space to good use. Here are some cute closet conversions. Select images for source information. -
Design of the Day
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Today’s Spotlight…Nathan Fischer
24 Jan 2012 | 11:48 amCalifornia native Nathan Fischer runs Stiles Fischer Interior Design out of Laguna Beach, California. His style is classy & chic. Check out his portfolio. To see more click HERE. -
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Renée Finberg ' TELLS ALL ' in her blog of her Adventures in Design
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Robert Allen Fabrics Are Now At Bill Nessen's Showroom In The D.C.O.T.A in Dania Beach, Florida
27 Jan 2012 | 3:47 pmMy very favorite showroom in the D.C.O.T.A. ( design center of the America's) .... is the BILL NESSEN showroom.He now has the 'ROBERT ALLEN' line of fabrics and everything else!! Talk about one stop shopping...... If you are sad enough ...that you haven't been to the BILL NESSEN showroom in Dania Beach, Florida... Make your life easy, stop in and say 'HI' to Bill or Gary for me!! I hope to run into you there - Have a great weekend.These are the latest fabrics from ROBERT ALLEN. xx Nessen Showroom1855 Griffen Rd. suite B-260Dania Beach, Fl 33004954.925.0606 These fabrics @ Robert Allen's site… -
The Most Elegant Luggage Stand or 'Rest' by Sandra Rossi at Colombostile
26 Jan 2012 | 6:10 pmwww.colombostile.comMiami What do you think of this TREASURE??? Renee Finberg 'TELLS ALL' in her Blog of her Adventures in Design,Owner of 'The Trade' Interiors, ,Boca Raton,Palm Beach,Boca Raton Florida,All custom upholstery,case-goods,window treatments,Antiques, Accessories and Antique accessories, built-ins, and all built in seating,the most elegant luggage stand/rest, by Sandra Rossi,The Most Elegant Luggage Stand or 'Rest' by Sandra Rossi at ColombostileRenee Finberg ' TELLS ALL ' in her blog of her Adventures in Design -
I really go for a deep saffron or marigold yellow......it makes my soul shiny. and i need that!!!
26 Jan 2012 | 2:44 pmThis first room just drives home the notion that YELLOW can be KINGin the right setting.Right? Now my living room is painted the honeysuckle rose color.Art, antiques seem to feel very much at home with it. If only I really knew more history about the history of colors/Where shall I go? Renee Finberg 'TELLS ALL' in her Blog of her Adventures in Design,Owner of 'The Trade' Interiors, ,Boca Raton,Palm Beach,Boca Raton Florida,All custom upholstery,case-goods,window treatments,Antiques, Accessories and Antique accessories, built-ins, and all built in seating, marigold, saffron… -
Chateau de Baccarat - Styled By Marie-Paule Pelle
25 Jan 2012 | 4:43 pmThe dingie needed to go!! What to you think so far? I may be way off base....but this is a show place to me! Th draperies are like taupe pudding.This is RICH.What is your opinion ???? I could never tell you where these images came from.I saved them only for design presentations.Not my blog.any who....sorry if these are your images.just drop a line.I will blast your credits !!!!!! PROMISE! XXX Renee Finberg 'TELLS ALL' in her Blog of her Adventures in Design,Owner of 'The Trade' Interiors, ,Boca Raton,Palm Beach,Boca Raton Florida,All custom upholstery,case-goods,window treatments,Antiques,… -
My Showroom ....and How It Looks Right Now
25 Jan 2012 | 8:48 amThe front window. Just behind the front window,you can see my glass office, and my custom sofa 35" d x 128 x 112 Now, I am posting these images because my mother would not let up on meuntil I did. looking at the from from my desk where I am usually bloggingor designing.Thank G-d for blogging. The view from my glass office. Things will be constantly changing....let's hope.That is what I want anyway! Your opinions? Renee Finberg 'TELLS ALL' in her Blog of her Adventures in Design,Owner of 'The Trade' Interiors, ,Boca Raton,Palm Beach,Boca Raton Florida,All custom…
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World Interior Design Network
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Glass Idromassaggio launches Osmos furnishing system
27 Jan 2012 | 12:30 amItalian firm Glass Idromassaggio has come up with the new Osmos furnishing system. -
Divide and Conquer new range of dynamic partitions
27 Jan 2012 | 12:30 amFairfield Displays & Lighting has just launched a new range of low partitions which can be used to totally transform the appearance of an area. -
Iskos-Berlin creates Snoopy range for Versus
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OceAnco launches 88.5-metre Y707 super-yacht
27 Jan 2012 | 12:30 amDutch yacht manufacturer OceAnco has launched the 88.5-metre super-yacht Y707. -
Ligne Roset launches Mortaise storage and display unit
27 Jan 2012 | 12:30 amFrench brand Ligne Roset has launched Mortaise storage and display unit collection.
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Interior Design Style Guide
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Beautiful Roses Treasury
26 Jan 2012 | 8:42 amWhen giving cut flowers as Valentine gifts, we adhere to a time-honored formula that takes into account rose color meanings. The formula matches a flower’s color to its intended meaning as a gift. Valentine’s Day is primarily a lovers’ holiday, and red is traditionally reserved for lovers. Red enjoys an iconic status, even though other colors have their place on the holiday. Our close family members may also be treated to red posies for Valentine’s Day, but we avoid this color choice for friends on Valentine’s Day — that would simply convey the wrong… -
Windflower Design Spotlight
26 Jan 2012 | 8:28 amDouble Heart Sun Catcher From: Windflower Design See Product Details Sellers Portfolio Sellers Website Double Heart Sun Catcher: Shades of red and deep rose waterglass shine bright in these lovely hearts. Created in the Tiffany style of stained glass with black patina seams and scalloped outside edging and ribbon attached for display. Here is what Windflower Design said about herself: Once spent my days in a drab cube working on endless hours of numbers and paperwork. My artistic spirit protesting every day. I could not wait to be home working on my glass projects. After getting married, the… -
How to Design a Kid-Friendly Backyard
25 Jan 2012 | 10:43 amIf you have a big, empty backyard that you simply don’t know what to do with, it’s time you looked into turning it into a kid-friendly haven that will get your tots out of the house and running off some of that abundant energy (rather than playing video games after school and then bouncing off the walls all night). And while most people are content to throw out a swing set or a sandbox and call it a day, there’s so much more that you can do to create a fun and entertaining space for your beloved children. So here are just a few areas you can focus on, as well as several DIY ideas to… -
Perfect Cabin Accessories Treasury
25 Jan 2012 | 10:34 amHere are some ideas for beautiful accessories in your cabin. One of my favorites is The High Desert From: Hats At The Door by John E Jenkins This unique standing hat rack invites your guests to hang their hats and coats on real Mule Deer antlers. The aspen log stands on a base made of slightly burnt spruce wood. I also love the Dresser From: Alfer Design It is made from Oak in Red Oak and Golden Pecan color. The inlaid leather is actually Brown and Crocodile Print Cowhide. It is very stylish and beautifully done! But everything in this treasury is my favorite and would look perfect together… -
How to Convert Your Garage into a Home Office
23 Jan 2012 | 7:39 pmHow to Convert Your Garage into a Home Office These days, owning a home is all about adding some value by making the most of the limited space you have, and with more and more people opting to telecommute and work from home (thanks to the poor economy and limited employment opportunities in traditional sectors), you could do worse than turning an otherwise wasted space into a home office. And while most people relegate their home office in the smallest room in the house or tuck it away into a corner of the living room or bedroom, you might want to take a closer look at the abundant space…
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Interior Design Blog - Interior Design Ideas, Tips & Inspiration
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Restaurant Design : P.S. Restaurant by Golucci International Design
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Architectural Design: Herta and Paul Amir Building at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art by Preston Scott Cohen
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Color Scheme Of The Week: Browns, Pinks and Greens
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Madame Lamps By Oriol Llahona for Alma Light
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VASE KONKURÏTO By Xiral Segard
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TheRedPin Pulse: Where the Canadian New Homes Have a Heartbeat
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CBC: TREB Warns of Appliance Thefts in New Homes
27 Jan 2012 | 3:17 pmAccording to the Toronto Real Estate Board, theft of appliances in newly built, but vacant, homes has become a major concern for Torontonians. On 3 occasions the past 6 months, thieves managed to ‘clean up’ a newly built home costing the owners over $100,000 worth of new appliances. TREB has released a notice to over 30,000 Realtors® warning them of the issue. Richard Silver, TREB’s president, says that this is the first time in his 30+ years in the businesses that he’s had to go through something like this. “It’s more organized criminals,” says… -
Toronto’s Condo Units Are Getting Even Smaller!
27 Jan 2012 | 12:48 pmCondo units are getting smaller and smaller by the year, a fact that has raised some concerns amongst real estate enthusiasts and homebuyers in Toronto. On average, condo units have shrunk 6% to 820 sqft over the units built last year. That’s 52 sqft smaller than the average in 2010. Even Paul Golini, chairman of BILD (Building Industry and Land Development Association) wonders whether we’ve reached a limit: “there are only so many bedrooms you can fit into 500 square feet.” he says. Why are builders making smaller units these days? well with over 13,000 units on the… -
How a Little Imagination Can Rejuvenate Toronto’s Aging Highrises [VIDEO]
26 Jan 2012 | 2:49 pmThis post is all about imagination and how it can be used to turn a decade old building into a little paradise. Imagine you are driving through Toronto, you will see stunning buildings like Shangri La or The Perry light up the downtown skyline; if you look harder however, you see old highrises that are home to thousands of citizens, but have very little ‘life’ of their own. They look dark, have very little connection with their neighbouring buildings, and seem to house residents who just can’t wait to move out. The funny thing is that Shangri la and other new condos will one… -
Register for VIP Opportunity to Fabrik Condos… Register Before January 31
26 Jan 2012 | 11:46 amFabrik Condos will be built in downtown Toronto by renown developers Menkes. Here is your chance to get the best unit ahead of the rest of the public Sales start: January 31 so make sure you register prior to that day and we’ll get back to you when it all starts View Project Page! VIP Registration! Location: Fabrik is located at 431 Richmond Street West. Grocery: China City Supermarket, Winston’s Grocery, Convenience Plus, One Star Convenience Banks: RBC, HSBC, CIBC, TD, BMO, Scotiabank PharmacyShoppers Drug Mart, Rexall Pharma Plus, Pathway Pharmacy Schools and Daycares: … -
Real Estate Developers Expo is Almost Here, Get in for Free!
25 Jan 2012 | 3:16 pmOn February 4-5, Sheraton Toronto Airport Conference Centre will host REDEX, the Real Estate Developers Expo with a focus on investing in both local and international markets. Get FREE Tickets to REDEX – Limited Time TheRedPin is an official Media Sponsor of the event Here is your chance to meet face to face with real estate developers from around the world. RedEX is the first real estate event that lets you directly interact with developers along with experts in financing, mortgages, renovators etc. The first show will be held on February 4th and 5th in Toronto,…
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Etsy Shop for StilNovoDesign
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The Platter, Recycled Oak Wine Barrel Staves large plate, centerpiece, Cherry Chocolate color
21 Jan 2012 | 12:05 pm$185.00Our gorgeous platter makes a magnificent centerpiece, and its versatility allows you to integrate it in your home decor in several creative ways, displaying flowers, crystals, candles, beads, wedding favors, cards or...sushi!This stunning piece can turn into a very elegant and original gift idea as well.All of our finely handcrafted items are made from reclaimed oak wine barrel staves from France.The solid wood of an oak wine barrel has a very distinctive element of charm that is conveyed into every object we create.The natural arch of a barrel stave confers striking finesse to the… -
Full Of Balance, solid oak wine barrel stave bottle holder, RECYCLED wood
20 Jan 2012 | 12:28 pm$59.99This single bottle holder is perfect to display and highlight your most prized bottle of wine or port.Once the bottle (ONLY WHEN FULL) is placed in the angled hole, it will balance it self in perfect equilibrium, standing, almost magically on its own.This bottle holder is made even more of a truly 'one of a kind' piece by the exquisite hand painted motif that adds to its charm and delicate sophistication.Stil Novo’s philosophy has always been “Artistry and attention to detail".We are a family business dedicated to create the highest quality woodcrafts and specialty… -
Cervantes Chandelier recycled oak wine barrel staves and hoop pendant light, ceiling lamp
19 Jan 2012 | 11:12 am$595.00Our stunning Cervantes chandelier is made with reclaimed oak wine barrel’s staves and metal hoop, all recycled from discarded French barrels, reinvented into this elegant and unique pendant ceiling light. Cervantes’ oak staves are stained with a rich golden color on the inside, while the outside shows the rich reddish color left by the wine previously held in the barrel, creating a striking two tones effect. The staves’ ends are smoothened to add softness to the silhouette, but still show the original groove of each barrel’s plank. The metal hoop is painted with a satin black… -
The Sunrise, Finest Oak Wine Barrel Stave Candle Holder 5 or 7 candles, elegantly recycled wood, choose your color
18 Jan 2012 | 2:34 pm$69.99Our finely handcrafted candleholders are made from oak wine barrel staves from France.The solid wood of an oak wine barrel has a very distinctive element of charm that is conveyed into every object we create.The natural arch of a barrel stave confers striking finesse to the silhouette of each of our designs.The Sunrise design reminds us of the sun making its appearance over the hills of Tuscany.Every individual barrel carries the signs of its unique history in every stave. As no barrel stave or band is the same, each piece might show natural imperfections, slight variations in color,… -
The Temple, charming little stool, RECYCLED solid French white oak
17 Jan 2012 | 11:31 pm$89.99Stil Novo’s philosophy has always been “Artistry and attention to detail".We are a family business dedicated to create the highest quality woodcrafts and specialty pieces.We love the fact that we are able to help the environment by recycling the raw material and to turn it into an object of ‘practical elegance’ at the same time.This small stool is entirely made of recycled oak wood from French wine barrels.The solid wood of an oak wine barrel has a very distinctive element of charm that is conveyed into every object we create.Every individual barrel carries the signs of its…
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Sense Of Place - A Little Less House. A Lot More Home
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The Surprising Top Five Client Requests For New Home Design
17 Jan 2012 | 7:00 amYears ago, I attended a trade show for kitchen and bath products in Dallas.You know the kind - huge convention hall, lots of booths, vendors hawking the latest in...whatever the latest is.Lots of free logo pens and letter openers and key fobs (a friend of mine told me that stuff is called "swag").After a couple of passes around the trade show floor, filling my canvas tote bag with catalogs and brochures (and swag), I popped in on a seminar, where a representative of a national homebuilder was talking about new home design to a room full of eager builders.He kept referring to homes as… -
How To Choose Exterior Paint Colors For Your House
15 Jan 2012 | 10:00 pmDo you have trouble picking the right colors when it’s time to repaint the outside of your home?Does the thought of choosing the wrong colors scare you silly?The dizzying array of color choices are enough to give a homeowner a case of Chromophobia – the fear of colors (what the heck color is “Pulmonaria” anyway?). How do you decide what colors to use when there are so many options?At $50 a gallon or more for quality exterior latex, you can’t afford to make a mistake. And if you don’t like the colors, your neighbors probably won’t either; colors have public impact -… -
7 Ways to Beat the High Cost of Home Building
12 Jan 2012 | 8:20 amAll this time you’ve assumed that you can’t afford the home you really want; the cozy, comfortable house with all the neat features that you want to get your hands on – stuff like slate countertops; the island range with the stainless steel hood; the rustic beams on the ceiling.Really cool lighting fixtures.A tiled shower with two shower heads, woo-hoo!And you know you can’t afford that house because you’ve looked around and nobody’s building that cool house for less than a biodiesel-powered truckload of Krugerrands.You know that the only way to hold down construction costs on a… -
Why Do Houses Have Front-Loading Garages?
11 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amLee's question (from allexperts.com):Growing up in the 50's, the garage to our house was detached and in the back of the house, where you couldn't even see it.To me, there's nothing nice looking about a garage, so why are so many houses that have attached double garages built with the front of the garage as the most prominent feature?Some are flush with the front of the house, which doesn't look that bad, but so many are built to stick out several yards in front of the actual house, making the garage door the most prominent feature of the house instead of the house itself.Is there a reason… -
Regarding Homes - A Few Thoughts For The New Year
29 Dec 2011 | 3:52 pmHappily, there's much "up" to report in the world of residential Architecture, interior design, building, and planning as we enter the new year -The "McMansion" era may be behind us, as homeowners are demanding better, tighter, more responsible and more personal designConspicuous consumption in home design is out; family life and quality living experience is inHome prices are down from the ridiculous highs of 2005 to a level that reflects their true value in the marketplace (I know, that hurts - a lot - if you're trying to sell right now)Changing demographics and economics are…
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Let me be inspired - Interior Design, Interior Decorating Ideas, Architecture
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Concrete House in Buenos Aires by Vanguarda Architects
27 Jan 2012 | 12:44 pmCheck out this great house that is located in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It has a surface area of 500 m2 distributed across 9 rooms, the ground floor is home to the social sector of the house. Here you will find the living room, dining room, kitchen with breakfast bar, and TV room, as well the outdoor barbecue and patio. On the upper floor you will find the master suite with a spacious bathroom and private dressing room. The house is designed with materials such as wood, steel, and glass. And each space in the house features a special design selected according to the way of life of its owners. -
Villa Tantangan by Word Of Mouth
27 Jan 2012 | 6:08 amHappy Friday! Check out this amazing villa that is located on Nyanyi Beach; a private and secluded beach on the west coast of Bali. It has been constructed on 6,500 square metres of land, which overlooks the Indian Ocean to the west and a natural river system to the north. The Villa also has views across to the local beach temple and views to the volcanoes in the distance, creating a special connection between the architecture and its place. As a result, the design followed the concept of creating a ‘Landscaped Architecture’ which became important in the physical connection of the natural… -
The Art of Clean
26 Jan 2012 | 12:18 pmCheck out this amazing apartment. A beautiful black panther is the first you see when you enter Christina Eivor Wallem Hvims and Frederik Lassen Hesseldahl’s flat in Copenhagen. And the black panther is hard to get out of your system as long as you stay in the couple’s 93 m2 apartment between Sankt Hans Torv and Sortedamssøen in Nørrebro, Denmark. Photograph: Kira Brandt Words/styling: Katrine Martensen-Larsen -
Godswindow Residence in South Africa by Gass Architecture Design Studio
26 Jan 2012 | 7:00 amHappy Thursday! Check out this exclusive mountain resort. It is situated in Swellendam at the door-step of the breathtaking mountains and valleys of Langeberg Mountains – a view so magnificent that the locals have named it “God’s Window.” It was because of this exquisite setting that simple forms and materials were chosen for the architecture, in order to facilitate a subtle intervention – to “lie gently” on the landscape. The buildings were constructed using largely local textures and materials reminiscent of its distinctly Southern African origins. In addition to the… -
Pretty in Purple
26 Jan 2012 | 3:40 amHi! I’m Joanna, a writer for Design Shuffle, an online site featuring designer portfolios, interior design ideas, industry news and trends. They are a terrific source for all things interior design. I absolutely love my job! I get to gather the loveliest interior design images and share them on blogs such as this one. Thanks to Let Me Be Inspired for allowing me share the prettiest purple rooms with you today. Historically, purple has been the color of royalty. Today, it is enjoyed by just about anyone who has a love for this vibrant hue. From deep eggplant to pastel lilac, all of…
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The View from 17th and Riggs
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Spice Up Your Closet With Wallpaper
27 Jan 2012 | 1:06 pmThere’s no better time to spice up your closet than in the winter when you’re cooped up in your house due to the frigid and snowy/rainy conditions. The other day we shared our new line of wallpaper from Ferm Living, which inspired me to share with you the new trend of using wallpaper in your closets. The next time you open your closet doors in the morning, prepare to be met with a fun, new pattern instead of the same white walls you’ve been looking at for years. Check out these ideas: You don’t even need to use a pattern. Try using a solid color wallpaper or a fun… -
Mixing Metals
26 Jan 2012 | 12:10 pmI’ve been known to play it safe when it comes to choosing accessories and finishes for a space, particularly when it comes to mixing metallics. However, using a variety of finishes is similar to layering your clothes and accessories when you dress for a finished look. And adding unexpected metallic tones to a room makes it more interesting and can have a beautiful overall effect. The contrast between the modern steel railing and antique gold finish of this vintage French chandelier is striking. Silver and chrome finishes on the contemporary furnishings contrast nicely with the gold… -
Our Newest Wallpaper from Ferm Living!
25 Jan 2012 | 11:28 amWhat could be better than discovering some fresh new wallpaper creations? The wallpaper happens to be easy-to-hang as well! Check out these new additions from Ferm Living. These are all about innovation and design and sure to add a fresh vibe to your home’s interior! First, the winner of the 2012 Best Wallpaper design award from Wallpaper.com: Spear Wallpaper in Grey Spear Wallpaper in Rose Spear Wallpaper is available in two colorways – grey and rose. Our other new additions include these super fun designs: Bindweed Wallpaper Vertigo Wallpaper Branch Wallpaper Check out our… -
Love Your Laundry Room
20 Jan 2012 | 12:46 pmAs I was perusing pictures on Pinterest the last few days, I came across some beautiful laundry rooms that serve as wonderful inspiration for brightening up an often overlooked and understated room. (For those of you who don’t know what Pinterest is, it’s a virtual pinboard where you can collect photos of everything from home decor to outfits to DIY craft ideas to recipes. We even did a post on it last May and since then it’s really caught on–you should sign up and try it!) The reality is your laundry room does not have to be boring or mundane, and you can even enjoy… -
Original Artwork – do you?
18 Jan 2012 | 3:58 pmAlthough Raj and I both appreciate the value and beauty of art, we’ve never been able to commit to any major purchases. Coming from the midwest (as we like to say even though Pittsburgh and Akron are not technically midwest) we find it hard to justify spending much on something we can’t eat, sit on or ride in. We’ve picked up a few inexpensive prints or paintings over the years when we found something we felt drawn to at art markets, estate sales and when traveling. Greg Minah, labor is the hero Recently I drug Raj to an exhibit at a local gallery where I found some work…
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Mottega Blog
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Glass is HERE!
24 Jan 2012 | 11:30 pmIt’s official… all the waiting and anticipation is over because our glass lamp collection is finally LIVE on the site and ready to be explored in our Mottega design configurator! Much like our original ceramic lamp collection, there are a number of body shapes, colors, base styles, shades, and finials. By following the steps in our configurator, you will be able to create a totally unique design for your project! The glass collection offers two distinct glass styles, transparent and layered. Both are offered in the same range of colors, however, not all styles are available in the… -
1 Year and Counting!!
20 Jan 2012 | 9:19 amIt’s been one year since the launch of Mottega… ONE YEAR! We can hardly believe it ourselves! (Read our first blog post to see how far we’ve come!) Launching the Mottega collection was a very important and personal project for our owner and president, Mark Moussa. He worked tirelessly with our team of product developers and manufacturers to create a line of lamps that would be of high quality and still easily customizable for the consumer. “Our lamps are artisan crafted using the highest quality materials and construction but what makes them exceptionally unique is the… -
Market Season
17 Jan 2012 | 7:58 amIt’s here!! Winter market season is well upon us with the upcoming conclusion of Atlanta and the beginning of Chicago and Dallas markets this week. The buzz on the street is that our glass lamps are even more stunning in person… stop by one of showrooms and see for yourself! We’ll be presenting with Arteriors Home on a schedule including ATLANTA, DALLAS, CHICAGO, LAS VEGAS, and NEW YORK. Here are a few of the essential details below: ATLANTA – Americas Mart Building One, S 13A, January 11-18 DALLAS – In Detail WTC #500, January 18-24 CHICAGO – Merchandise… -
Color of the Day… Crackle White
11 Jan 2012 | 11:45 amThere’s something about the month of January that calls to mind crisp, white snowfall and frost bitten fields. Despite the fact that our offices are located in Dallas, TX where we rarely enjoy this wintery weather, we like to imagine the wonderland it can create. Our “Color of the Day” is Crackle White for obvious reasons. If nothing else, we can dream of snow! 1. Gobstopper Pearl Lei, Amanda Pearl 2. Feather Trimmed d’Orsays, BHLDN 3. Marble Books, Kelly Wearstler 4. Capri / Crackle / Metal Brass / Acrylic Sphere / Ivory Flat Drum Lamp, Mottega 5. White Wash Modern… -
Did You Know?… Glass Lamps
4 Jan 2012 | 11:31 amWelcome back everyone!! We hope you all enjoyed a relaxing and joyful holiday season. Ours was wonderful but far too short… of course! Now that we’re back in the office, though, we’re so happy to be at it again! To start off the new year, we’ve come up with a fun idea for the blog. As busy professionals, proud parents, business entrepreneurs, home-makers, or decor enthusiasts (to name a few), we realize that there is a lot to keep track of in life! Information overload is not hard to achieve and a person can only juggle so many hats. So we’ve decided to begin a…
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Modenus Interior Design Blog
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Love at first (gorgeous) glance – the Graff Ametis Collection
27 Jan 2012 | 9:01 amBath design has just entered a new level of style/sex appeal/glamour or feel free to insert the attribute that best suits your first impression of Graff’s new AMETIS collection. The sleek shower column features rain head, body sprays, a dock for an optional hand shower and an integrated chromatherapy lighting system. To me, this is one of the most stunning bath fixture collections I’ve seen and I wholeheartedly applaud Graff for creating something that’s new, fresh, exhilarating and, dare I say it, different. Have a look below for more on AMETIS. GRAFF has reached out to… -
Cocktail hour with Warren Bobrow – A Limerick for Laurel cocktail
27 Jan 2012 | 7:21 amThere was a fine gal named Laurel. Who never put up with any Quarrel She married fair Bill Whose true voice that she willed So there would never be bitters to spoil! The clouds are rushing in this morning. Rain is pouring heavily from the sky in buckets. Someone said something about heavy thunderstorms and sixty- degree weather. This is not winter- I’m confused. Certain types of confusion- such as the weather do strange things to my sense of normal. But what is normal these days? Is it finally Winter? I hope so. This may be just an anomaly. It’s a mere blip on the radar screen. While down… -
Darren Morgan on kitchen design: The Wow Maker
25 Jan 2012 | 6:52 amUpon entering the kitchen with your guests you hold your breath, a technique you have learned over the last number of weeks which enables you to detect subtle, barely audible gasps of delight. You know that this human response was top of your list when you briefed your kitchen designer and you are now beginning to acknowledge that the visual stimulators being given off by your kitchen are powerfully achieving the desired “Wow Effect”! The “Wow Effect” is something kitchen designers get asked for a lot, but when it comes to kitchen design what makes a “Wow”? Everyone’s… -
Designer Spotlight Series: Gail Shields-Miller, New York City eclectic
24 Jan 2012 | 6:10 amTribal-inspired living room with brown limestone floor and African cocktail table. Michael Stratton Photography. The publications Gail Shields-Miller’s work has been featured in read like a who’s who in shelter mags with projects of her New York City based company Shields and Company Interiors in Architectural Digest, Veranda, New York Spaces, Interior Design and many others. Gail’s work caught our eye for the eclecticism and fearlessness with which she creates her stylish compositions. Her designs are warm, inviting and comfortable but never predictable. When I spoke to… -
Maison et Objet: Doreen Westphal’s concrete lace
22 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amWe may have written about Doreen Westphal and her Concrete Lace before. OK, we know we did, twice in fact and we have her on Modenus. We think this creation is extraordinary and I was pretty excited to meet her in person. When I saw that she was attending I had to rush right over to say hello and the picture below is what got me in trouble. Modenus’ Veronika is sending me back to Maison, again, to fetch her one of those leather messenger bags. Concrete, leather…what else? Check out her online shop.
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Decorating & Design ideas
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Creating Cozy Home Interior
23 Jan 2012 | 7:23 amCoziness is a very important thing when we talk about our home. Almost in every space wallpapers give the greatest color assortment, so if we want to create a cozy room, we should pay our attention to them first. It’s not only coziness or warmth that wallpapers can give to our home, they also can… -
Rainbows of the Stained Glass
19 Jan 2012 | 2:26 pmStained glass is non predictable and constantly changing piece of art, which brings joy along with its play of colors and lights. The technology of this piece of art has a long story. Since 5th century windows of churches and monasteries were tessellated with colored glass, which was inserted into wooden or stone frame. Later… -
Refresh Your Home
16 Jan 2012 | 5:17 pmFor a long time your home looks the same and your are tired of it? Having a beautiful, colorful and lively home do not need big investment. Further, you will find some ideas how to revive the house. Scents Home scent The first thing that greets then you walk into a home is its’ smell.… -
Carper for Your Home
12 Jan 2012 | 10:07 amIt‘s always good to come back to warm and cozy place. Home might be such a place because of properly chosen interior details. The floor, covered with carpets, tiles or rugs, gives attraction and presentable to the place. Carpet can become the main detail in the room, giving cozy atmosphere, highlighting colors, or just being… -
The Kids, Like a Butterfly – Must Be Free (Yoga in Their Lifes)
8 Jan 2012 | 4:20 amHave you ever wondered about what we know the universe of behalf of a kids? If you are reading this lines, it means you are taking adults familiarity with yoga. Remember, what is yoga? Sanskrit term that means “fusion” – body, mind and soul fusion (ie, while developing physical, mental and spiritual human springs). All…
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Inspired Designs by Furnitureland South
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Meet Bob Timberlake February 4th!
25 Jan 2012 | 10:49 amAre you an admirer of the art and design of Bob Timberlake? If you have a fondness for high style and creature comforts, and draw inspiration from heritage, family and tradition, you should take a look at the new Bob Timberlake Home for Century collection. AND … Bob will personally introduce his new collection on Saturday, February 4th at Furnitureland South. Click here for details. {Bob Timberlake} The artist will not only share the inspiration and stories behind his designs, but will also give away autographed catalogs, and chat with friends and fans in the casual setting of his new… -
Back to Basics ~ Black and White
19 Jan 2012 | 2:59 pmIt’s no surprise to me that I’m a big fan of black and white interiors {about 95% of my business attire is black and white}. While I enjoy the beauty color adds to an interior, black and white spaces evoke elegance and class. They create rich, upscale interiors that last for decades {b&w color schemes never go out of style}. Check out these black and white beauties. {courtesy of Vanguard Furniture} {courtesy of Vanguard Furniture} {courtesy of Ralph Lauren} {courtesy of Ralph Lauren} {courtesy of Eastern Accents} {courtesy of Lexington Home Brands} My favorite aspect of… -
The Tribal Vibe Beats on…
18 Jan 2012 | 3:28 pm{via Century Furniture} Decor drawing from native cultures will continue to expand in 2012 and beyond, inspiring furnishings with a historical perspective. {via Vanguard Furniture} This nomadic trend draws heavily from North & South America, with details from Middle Eastern cultures, and island tribes sprinkled in for an even more eclectic statement. {via Century Furniture} Geometric patterns, stripes with a hand drawn feel, kilims, and animal-skin patterns will dominate fabrics. {via Maitland-Smith} Unique material collaboration will exhibit a hand-hewn element in wood and metal… -
The Finishing Touch
17 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pmPerhaps you have a good looking room to start with, but if you’re like me I always think “What can I do to make it better?” I recently had a client with excellent taste whose rooms had great bones, but needed a few items to “finish” them. The pieces that she selected really helped pull her look together, complete her cohesive concept, and bring out her personality. Just by looking at her home, you can tell that she is a fun, stylish, cultured, sophisticated woman. We ordered some classy Swaim leather barstools for her sleek granite counter. The black finish… -
Super Bowl Shuffle
16 Jan 2012 | 2:00 pmIt’s almost Super Bowl time! Some of you have probably never heard of the Super Bowl Shuffle, but for the guys reading this post, it should bring back the days of the Chicago Bears: Jim McMahon and William “The Refrigerator” Perry. How many of you are hosting a party for the big day? This may be the time to “shuffle” your furniture. If you’ve been considering making a change to your living room, the Super Bowl is as good a time as any! The “Man Cave” trend is on the rise but if you haven’t jumped on it yet, there’s still time for you to make some…
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Trends Spring/Summer 2012!
27 Jan 2012 | 9:01 amIt´s always exciting to hear what the new trends are, and if we shall believe what they say at the Norwegian Gift & Interior Design Trade Fair this year, there are these four looks that we can expect too see in stores soon... Summer Twilight: We look back to the 1970s, but it is an industrial and minimalist style. The dark colors convey a tighter and more stylish look. The trend builds a bridge and look back on the familiar and safe, but have also added new colors and innovation.Summer twilight has a color scale that is based in the twilight. It contains rich and deep colors. Colors… -
Jenny Lane Design - Cupid´s Choice?
27 Jan 2012 | 5:37 amYesterday I spent almost all day at the Norwegian Gift & Interior Design Trade Fair to see what we can expect in the upcoming season. I took a lot of pictures so I will share some of my favorites in the days to come... First out is the talented Jenny Lane, and her joyful mailboxes.Jenny Lane´s wish is to give an extra dose of inspiration and joy into everyday life through her design mailboxes. What a cute idea! She also makes heart shaped mailboxes stands, which she calls: "Love on a Stick" and "Lollipop". Talented Jenny Lane..It was love at first sight when I passed this… -
Stylizimo loves: Table Setting
26 Jan 2012 | 12:04 amIt´s nice to see that so many wants to share their table setting photos with us on Stylizimo.com. To showcase some of the wonderful things that have been uploaded, I have picked out some colorful table settings for you today as mine was a bit colorless yesterday. I hope these lovely tables will get you in a good mood, as we get close to the weekend. 1. Noe på Hjertet 2. Camilla 3. Citrusandorange 4. Anette Willemine Sunhome5. Funkytime 6. KatjaHI love these fresh, colorful and happy tables - don´t you? I´m very glad that they are sharing their wonderful photos onStylizimo.com, so we all… -
Table setting: Natural hues
25 Jan 2012 | 4:55 amI wanted to try something else when I sat the table for my lunch guest today, so the theme today was natural hues. No colorful flowers, no candles, just the simplicity of nature...I actually think it turned out quite nice. I hope my guest will like it too...You can see more photos of the table setting on Stylizimo.com. I have also tagged my pictures with where it´s from.Do you have any table setting photos you want to share with us on Stylizimo.com? Tomorrow´s post is "Stylizimo loves: Table setting", and maybe your photos will be featured here. Have a wonderful day everyone! -
Bloomingville S/S 2012
24 Jan 2012 | 11:36 amHave you seen Bloomingville´s spring/summer collection yet? I had to take a look at their website before I´ll see it in real life on the Gift & Interior Trade Fair on Thursday, and I really like what I see...This is certainly my kind of color palette, and I love what I see. Do you? Great styling as well, don´t you think?See more of their new collection here if you like.(Images: Bloomingville )
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It's An Urban Cottage Because...
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Designer Tools of the Trade
26 Jan 2012 | 6:00 amWith this being my last semester at UT, I feel like I've got a pretty good grip on knowing what I need for design classes and being a design major. So I thought I would share this great knowledge with you lovely readers and give you one interior design student's list of "Tools of the Trade." This may not look like much, but it is definitely the most used. Especially the Easy Mac, that's key! A quick breakdown: 1. Macbook Pro: Okay I'll admit, I don't yet have this lovely specimen. It's going to be my gift to myself when I graduate. Macs are definitely the… -
Rococo Tea Party Snippets
24 Jan 2012 | 6:00 amI think I'm getting used to photo shoots with inanimate objects...like decor, pies, cupcakes, tableware, etc. Props styling is really super fun! But last Sunday, I had the most fun working with a whole team of fashion stylists, videographer, photographers {not one but two}, make up & hair stylists & yes, models! We did the set styling for Diya Liu's Rococo Tea Party at Mayfield Park here in Austin. She is the amazing gal behind the blog, In Her Stilletos and who by the way won the Marie Claire Front Row College challenge. Woot! Way to go Diya! We're releasing the "real" pictures soon. -
Pretty Pulls
23 Jan 2012 | 6:00 amHappy Monday everyone! Last year, me & the hubs visited Italy for the first time. Aside from little mementos we got from the trip, one of the most memorable artifact we bought was a handmade door knocker from a quaint, little shop in the streets of Venice. Sadly, our little condo has no place for one of those but we can't wait to use it for our urban cottage soon! I do get pretty obsessive with the details...well, because it creates the big picture. I fell in love with the door pulls above by the talented artist Eduardo Garza. Gilted base, precious gems, I'm seeing these amazing… -
Austin Modern Home Tour 2012
20 Jan 2012 | 6:00 amIt's that time of the year again Austin! For some reason, I get so excited when events like these happen. Could it be that I love design? Well, that's no brainer. So, here's the WHAT, WHERE, WHEN & HOW.... WHAT: Austin Modern Home Tour. It's only $20 if you buy it now or $25 at the door. It's a chance for you to see & explore Austin's Modern Homes and get inspired about sustainable living. WHEN: Feb. 4, 2012 Starts at 11 am & Ends at 6 pm. There's an after party from 6-8:30 pm with an architect panel.Whoa! A chance to meet Austin's most amazing modern architects.
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Interior Design Files
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Stylish Black & White Interiors by Kelley Proxmire
22 Jan 2012 | 5:48 amdesignersKelley Proxmire's projects suffuse warmth and hospitality while maintaining excellent balance, proportion and scale. Her love of color is combined with an appreciation for the fresh sophistication of white and the daring elegance of black. {kelleyinteriordesign.com} Tweet -
Interiors Painting by Danish Artist Vilhelm Hammershoi (1864-1916)
22 Jan 2012 | 4:23 amThe Danish artist created his own personal style, independent of the trends of the time. His work is confined to a few pictorial themes: interiors of the places where he lived; a solitary woman, normally with her back turned to us, in a domestic setting; portraits of family and friends; monumental buildings in Copenhagen and London, and landscapes of the Danish island of Sealand. These motifs -
Comfort and Balance - Designer's Country Home in Normandie
22 Jan 2012 | 4:14 amFrench country homeWhen the designer Charles Spada decided to purchase a country home somewhere away from Paris where he had a nice apartment overlooking the Seine, this property was the first on his list, but after seeing this one he wasn't interested in any other. The house was built in 1652 by a landowning family and served as a hunting lodge. The previous owner, a local farmer, hadn't -
Etsy Finds: Valentine Cards
19 Jan 2012 | 11:02 amgift ideasstarflycreationsValentines Card, Loves Me - Loves Me Not, Card with Detachable PetalsCuttureFlamingo Love - Laser Cut Valentine Card in Cranberry and Arctic Grey TheWallaroo Valentine Card - You are my cup of teaLaBelleVieDesignIllustrated heart printed on 110 pound bright white French Paper in black ink. They are paired with candy apple red envelopes.ThePaperMenagerie Scribble Heart -
Precious Porcelain by Bernardaud
19 Jan 2012 | 12:57 amThe symbol of tradition and luxury, Bernardaud Porcelain was a favorite of European royalty and nobility due to the unique white clay, particularly transparent, firm and lightweight. The quality is impeccable - it takes one week and more than fifty artisans to complete a teapot. GraceInspired by the curiosity cabinets so fashionable in the 16th and 17th centuries, the pattern is available on a
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Interior Design Ideas
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Contemporary Architecture and Interiors, by Xoio
27 Jan 2012 | 12:17 pmTake a look at this curvy contemporary architecture and stunning modern interiors, designed by the team at Berlin based company Xoio, a professional supplier on the German market for creative 3D images and animations. We have put together a small sample of images from their portfolio. This stunning piece of modern architecture takes on a space age look, with huge windows that follow the curve of the walls, giving the building a thin picture frame edge.A large sun deck protrudes forward like the bow of a ship, making you feel as though you are on a holiday cruise.This contemporary music room… -
Creative Fireplace Designs
26 Jan 2012 | 11:14 amThere are many solutions when it comes to the installation of a state-of-the-art fireplace, and this range from Acquaefuoco is worth a browse. The collection stands out with its use of innovative forms – not something you might expect from a typical fireplace! They offer an interesting selection, ranging from a transparent dual aspect piece that can sit in the centre of a floor, to wall mounted and shelf amalgamated creations. The ‘Flame’ range (which is of a shape that actually reminds us more of a teardrop) spans the spectrum with a floor standing version that you can see straight… -
Rendered Minimalist Spaces by Rafael Reis
25 Jan 2012 | 1:17 pmThese clean renders by Rafael Reis show minimalist designs where the contents of the home blend with the surroundings, with palettes of pale neutrals only giving way to a few select accessories. The CGI layouts show wide open plan spaces that are bathed in light by huge floor to ceiling windows, with views of the city beyond. The furniture is kept simple and functional, and a series of concrete block walls brings a utilitarian feel to the space. A leather recliner chair paired with footstool creates a zone in which relax with a choice from the vast book collection from the bank of extensive… -
Villa Escudero with the Waterfalls Restaurant
24 Jan 2012 | 11:10 amVilla Escudero is located in Quezon Province, Philippines, offering a vast hacienda filled with comfortable rooms, and a museum of curious things. Perhaps the most curious thing at the villa is the amazing Waterfalls Restaurant, where lunch is served against an impressive backdrop of thundering clear spring water. Grass fringed buffet stations and bamboo dining tables stand steadily in just inches of flowing river water from the sparkling falls, as it washes around the feet of diners enjoying delicious local dishes. The experience of dining as water is running over your feet would certainly… -
Yellow Room Inspiration: 55+ Rooms For Your Viewing Pleasure
23 Jan 2012 | 7:45 amIf you are looking for a burst of sunshine in your interiors, then take a look at this beaming collection of yellow room reference, to try throughout your home. (Warning:This is quite a large post!) To add a cheerful ray to your living room you could start subtly with accessories, cushions and throws, artwork, or perhaps a small accent chair or decorative screen, but if you wanted to go all out on the theme, paint a large accent wall in a vibrant shade or even have a sofa reupholstered. Of course, there are many shades to choose from, if a bright primary yellow is too overpowering for you, a…
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Make Your Living Room A More User-Friendly Place
24 Jan 2012 | 1:26 pmWelcome to Guest Poster Samantha Peters! She is a blogger who enjoys writing about ways to turn rooms within a house into more usable and enjoyable spaces (amen to that!). Samantha currently lives in San Diego, California where she lives with her dog Leona. I can totally relate to her quest to make the living room livable in [...] -
Taming the Lion House
17 Jan 2012 | 11:06 amOne home in need, 17 rooms (spaces) to makeover, $25,000 total budget (which include flooring, renovation, paint, furniture, window treatments, accessories etc.), and one year to get it done. Can this lion house be tamed? We moved in exactly one year ago today, rolled up our sleeves, did some strategic shopping and went for it. [...] -
Elfa Closet Envy
6 Jan 2012 | 10:55 amI have a confession to make. I have closet envy. I shouldn’t – I actually scored my own walk-in closet in my current house. I even wrote “hers” above the door in case anyone needs clarification of ownership. But what I have in space is tempered by efficiency. I have no closet system. Just the [...] -
Hot Color Trends for Cold Weather
27 Dec 2011 | 7:05 amAs you take down your holiday decor, be sure to bring in all the props you’ll need to stay warm until (perpetually elusive) spring arrives. And color is a great way to make warmth happen! Understanding what emotion colors represent, current color trends and practical ways to implement those colors just might help you make [...] -
Mom’s Laundry Room: Keep Out
26 Dec 2011 | 4:11 pmI miss my old laundry closet in my last house. It was 2nd floor, and it’s only purpose was providing clean clothes. Now I have a laundry room off the kitchen, which forces certain mudroom functionality on a space overwhelmed by needs, especially since I no longer even have a mudroom. There is great temptation [...]
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DIY Saturday #86 – How to Decorate your Home with Feng Shui Ideas (Video)
28 Jan 2012 | 5:08 amGuest Blogger #349, Entry #925, January 28, 2012 Happy DIY Saturday! For most of you, finding a way to bring a more peaceful environment into your home is a must. From the colors you choose, the way you face your furniture, to what home decor elements are placed around your home is important. Decorate your home with peaceful elements Image via Today, learn how Feng Shui can help you decorate your home for a more peaceful and balanced home environment. Watch this You Tube video for creating a Feng Shui bedroom, and then my Guest Blogger gives tips for decorating with Feng Shui. A Feng Shui… -
Guest Blogger: The Benefits of Getting Double Glazing Windows
27 Jan 2012 | 1:03 pmGuest Blogger #348, Entry #924, January 27, 2012 You probably already know that double glazing windows involve two planes of glass with a space in between them, but do you know the benefits which this kind of glazing system brings with it? Could your home benefit from double glazed windows? Image via Lower Heating Bills Probably the biggest advantage you will be interested in is that of lower heating bills. With the price of heating a house going up all the time it will certainly be a relief when you can finally see the bills go down instead of up. There is no great secret to this, as having… -
Guest Blogger: How to Find Out the History of your House
27 Jan 2012 | 5:15 amGuest Blogger #347, Entry #923, January 27, 2012 Before you undertake any significant work on your home it helps to know something about its history. Loft conversionsare very popular and knowing more about the house and the kind of materials it was constructed from can help prevent some serious DIY mistakes. What's the history of your home? Image via Take a good look around the inside and the outside of your home for signs of change. You may be able to see signs of renovation that will give you some idea of how well the house has been looked after by previous owners. Ask the Neighbors The… -
Guest Blogger: How to Modify your Home with Consideration for Aging Adults
26 Jan 2012 | 6:08 amGuest Blogger #346, Entry #922, January 26, 2012 When considering an elderly parent who wishes to remain in their home for as long as possible, or any person with mobility issues, it’s important to understand two key concepts - Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) Activities of daily living are skills that an individual must be able to perform if they are to live independently, and safely. Ensure your stairwells are made a consideration for aging parents Instrumental activities of daily living are skills which are important, but not… -
Repurpose & Recycling in a Fashionable Way – Special Offer for You!
26 Jan 2012 | 5:17 amEntry #921, January 26, 2012 If you are trying to find ways to repurpose and recycle in your home, I have just the helpful resource for you! Recently, I was asked if I would review some great Tote Bags from Scout by Bungalow. They are awesome because they look stylish, they can easily be wiped clean, and you can probably think of a million uses for them! From help with the kids in the car, skipping the plastic bags at the grocery store, to traveling. I love their retro styyling of their site! For a limited time – Until February 15, 2012. Scout is offering Stagetecture readers a 20% off…
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The 2012 style feature
24 Jan 2012 | 10:59 amWalter Knoll imm Cologne 2012 The 2012 style feature presented at the imm cologne was the application of wallpaper with a woven print. The pics of the Walter Knoll pad can give you an idea of the warm touch generated by this kind of textured wallpaper walls that give the faux impression of upholstered walls in woven wild silk or linen. The 2011 style feature, the grouping of stools & little tables, is still alive and was displayed in the stands of Minotti, Porro, B&B Italia, Poliform and more. Walter Knoll pad partly wallpapered in blue The 2012 feature style has been perfectly… -
Color Palettes 2012
22 Jan 2012 | 3:09 pmWith the live Milan show of the Burberry Prorsum Autumn Winter 2012 | 2013 collection in the back of my mind I drove to Cologne and paid a visit to the Furniture Fair. After wandering through the so many halls I drew up a priority list and visited my favourite high end furniture brands, like B&B Italia, Minotti, Kettal, and Walter Knoll. One of the conclusions is that the Color Palettes 2012, applied by the named brands, are as matured as the color palette Burberry applied for his Prorsum Autumn Winter 2012 | 2013 collection. Color Palettes 2012 Saturated but highlighted hues in… -
Hotel Downtown
22 Jan 2012 | 9:34 amIn the beginnings of 2012 Wallpaper awarded this Mexico City Palacio that has been converted into Hotel Downtown. Hotel Downtown is located in the former Palacio de los Condes de Miravelle that dates from 1670 that is situated in the very historic center of Mexico City. Palacio de los Condes de Miravelle This edifice of 17th century baroque splendor has been named after the Earl and Viscount of Miravelle. At that time Mexico City was the capital of New Spain and ruled by representatives of the King of Spain. The Viscount of Miravelle was a Spanish delegate also known as a patron of various… -
2012 Calendar
15 Jan 2012 | 6:07 amThe 2012 calendar takes shape and will result into an interesting stream for emilies daily feed. This month the visits to imm Cologne, Interiors UK in Birmingham, and the Decorative Fair in Battersea Park have been booked. The imm Cologne is the bi-annual fair that is as important for the interior design industry as the Paris Maison & Objet, the Milan Fair, the rising Berlin Qubique and a few others. On my agenda for the imm are the visitations of Knoll, Kartell, B&B Italia, and Poliform. For more info about the 2012 calendar, scroll to the overview at the end of this post.
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Shop Design Baker D. Chirico Australia
16 Jan 2012 | 10:43 amI have to give credit to the excellent Retail Design Blog for these images of Baker D. Chirico in Australia. I love the choice of materials for this simple bakery, timber for bread, excellent. Also it's great to see some of the texture of what is obviously an old building retained as a contrast to the modern plywood elements. -
Jewelry Shop for Christian Koban, Berlin
14 Dec 2011 | 8:32 amHow to design a shop? Four tonnes of rubber tyres displaying jewelry and making up light features, clothes hung on re-cycled bike stands and all housed within a railway arch in Berlin. Some very innovative ideas and a simple approach to the design of a shop. -
Cool Office Design Down Under
16 Nov 2011 | 7:51 amThis project 1 Shelley Street is the peak of Modern Cool Office Design. The architects are Clive Wilkinson Architects the architectural and interior project was completed for the Macquarie Group in Sydney. The whole project is about linking spaces and space uses visually and -
Lobby and Office Interiors, Express Yourself!
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How to design an office?
21 Oct 2011 | 3:19 amOffice Interior Design Trends Those of us who work in offices are probably thinking of the weekend and not paying too much attention to our office chairs or computer desks. It is amazing that the office interiors that many of us spend a large part of our lives inhabiting receive so little design attention. The start-up sector seems to be the area where great new office designs are realised. Many have a great sense of openness that allows for less hierarchical communication. Less Step into my... Office Interior Twitter
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Gate Armoire
17 Jan 2012 | 1:20 amThe Gate Armoire from DwellStudio is a very stylish storage solution, with finishes and patterns which can transition from traditional to modern rooms. The doors are designed around DwellStudio’s Gate geometric textile motif. It includes adjustable shelves made of veneer on engineered wood with solid hardwood base, available in french oak finish with ivory interior and vintage brass hardware or belgian grey finish with silver leaf interior and nickel hardware options. Contact us or DwellStudio for more information. -
Royal Fortune Montepsan Bed
12 Jan 2012 | 11:27 pmThere is much to love about the Royal Fortune Montepsan Bed from Fabulous & Baroque. Exclusive to Fabulous & Baroque, this platform bed has intricate hand carved details, with baroque motifs including scrolls, flowers, and leaves. Each bed is crafted in mahogany with high quality construction standards. Available in silver leaf, gold leaf, black lacquer, and custom colors and finishes. The Royal Fortune Montepsan Bed is approved for residential and commercial use. This bed was also featured in the movie “Pirates of the Carribean” with the headboard upholstered. Custom… -
Quirky Heirloom Throw
9 Jan 2012 | 3:27 amThis year we can expect to see a surge in vintage inspired decor, with handmade and antique furnishings, fabrics and accessories. Anthropologie is known for unique items within the vintage/ antique tone. I am drawn to the Quirky Heirloom Throw, especially in the neutral finish. Cotton is handknit into dozens of mismatched pinwheels. This cozy, a-bit-eccentric afghan feels homespun. A couple tips to integrate vintage-inspired pieces without creating a prominent shabby-chic theme: Unsure about color matching? Look for neutral finishes and colors. Neutrals like cream, taupe, and beige are… -
Signature Four Poster Bed
17 Dec 2011 | 12:04 amThe Signature Four Post Bed by Distant Origin speaks the same language as the Empire State Building. Capturing the industrial movement of New York City, this stainless steel and aluminum frame has stylized posts with art deco-esque tiers, adding the perfect amount of drama and glamour to any bedroom. Contact us or Distant Origin for more information. -
Novella Wallpaper
16 Nov 2011 | 6:41 pmI have a profound love for the 1920’s. From the glamour and fashion to the music, and most importantly- the decor, which is well known as the Art Deco and Art Nouveau era. This classic style is influenced by geometric designs and theatrical florals. It is only natural that I am highly attracted to the Novella Wallpaper (in Black) from the Art Decor Collection by Graham & Brown. This washable vinyl wallpaper is embellished with silver glitter which accentuates the bold fan pattern and is fitting to the Art Deco style. I also really love the ad for ghd hair products, featuring…
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Color Inspirations for 2012
22 Jan 2012 | 6:49 pmNews from the High Point International Furnishings Market (Benjamin Moore, 2010) “2012 Pantone palettes feature something for every taste” The inspirations behind Pantone’s color-trend forecast for spring/summer 2012 home interiors run the gamut from nature to anime, comic books to twilit skies and jewel-toned gemstones to citrusy popsicles. The palettes could not be more different, offering a little something for everyone. Here, we break down five of the nine forecasted color trends. Nonchalance: Neutral taupe, gray and off-white serve as the foundation for this casual… -
Painted Floors
8 Jan 2012 | 4:28 amPainted floors are an interesting and artistic way to spruce up an old room. Forget re-finishing, stripes, solids, geometric, and organic designs look fabulous painted on a wooden floor. You can do everything from a shabby, organic look to a crisp, geometric paint job. A traditional stripe or diamond looks great, but you can also branch out to do a fun design for a kids’ room or kitchen. Below are some beautiful examples of painted floors from Coastal Living. Pin It -
Ornate Feet and Legs
20 Dec 2011 | 2:53 pmHi, I’m Susi, a writer for Design Shuffle, a social media site that brings together designers and design lovers in one place to showcase their interior designs and find inspiration. I love visiting the blogs of interior designers like Ciao Interiors as a guest blogger. I get so much inspiration from seeing designers’ portfolios. My guest post today is about details, specifically ornate feet and legs on furniture. Good design definitely lives in the details. Enjoy! This French style sofa is a great example of ornate feet and legs. The curving cabriole legs end in scrolled toes;… -
holiday table tops
8 Dec 2011 | 10:42 amWith Christmas just around the corner, many are frantically getting last minute decorations up and out of their boxes for all to enjoy. Don’t forget to add a little cheer to your table tops! Check out a few of our holiday inspired table tops here at Ciao Interiors. Silver wrapped presents and snow filled flutes add sparkle and cheer to our blue and silver themed table top. Scattered ornaments add a pop of blue. Plates wrapped in ribbon and ornament filled lanterns add the perfect touch to our red and green themed table top. Pine cones and greenery add a rustic touch. Pin It -
Ciao Interiors teams up with Habitat for Humanity
15 Nov 2011 | 3:47 pmHabitat for Humanity Volunteer Spotlight This season Habitat for Humanity would like to recognize Ciao Interiors, located on Main Street in Kalispell, for their generous support of the affiliate. Les Bernabi, Ciao Interiors Principal Designer, and Virginia Eudy, Principal Architect, volunteered to create the house designs for the first two homes of the Columbia Falls Fifth Street Homes project. Thank you Ciao Interiors, your commitment to help Habitat help local families in need is outstanding and deeply appreciated! We had a chance to talk with Les Bernabi on his experience with…
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Goodbye, Bamboo Pink.
26 Jan 2012 | 4:39 pmYou’ve met your end. Yours was the fate of so many cosmetic items before you. I can’t really say I’m sorry to see you go. As far as lipstick shades go, we just were never that good of a match. -
Blogs I Like
19 Jan 2012 | 9:31 pmI want to share a couple design blogs I’ve been enjoying lately. They both focus on nursery/kids’ rooms, but the inspiration could be applied to any room in the house. Check them out! The first is Lay Baby Lay. Joni has a great eye for design and puts together the most fantastic mood boards. She also shares the sources for her finds so you can easily recreate the look in your own home. The second is The Boo and the Boy. Julia assembles really fun roundups of various kids’ room themes like loft beds, built in desks, eclectic decor, etc. The majority of the rooms… -
26.2
18 Jan 2012 | 10:58 am“Because 26.3 would be crazy!” That’s what several of the signs said towards the end. The whole idea is certifiable if you ask me, but I did it. I ran my very first marathon! Last November. Here it is January and I’m just now blogging about it. I probably would have just let it go, but hardly a day goes by that Brad doesn’t give me a hard time about it. “You accomplished a HUGE goal!” he says. “You deserve to pat yourself on the back!” He’s right. And I did pat myself on the back. I might not have talked a lot about it (I… -
Happy Birthday, Memphis!
5 Jan 2012 | 10:44 amWe celebrated Memphis’s 1st birthday Monday. He received a lot of ball related presents, so I decided to run with the theme and make cake balls. (FYI cake balls are gross. At least to me. *Gag*) Memphis, you have been an absolute joy and a blessing to our little family. Seriously. Sweetest. Baby. Ever. We love you!! P.S. Thank you to family for sending the fun presents. They were a big hit! Oh, and speaking of birthdays, this is how Brad celebrated his while at my mom’s house: -
Merging
4 Jan 2012 | 6:16 pmIf any of you have dug through the archives recently you may have noticed some new posts sprinkled in throughout. That’s because I’ve been keeping a separate family blog for a few years now and I have recently decided to merge the two. I’ve never really sat down and decided on a future for The Modern Home. We started it to blog about building our house, but didn’t plan beyond that. After giving it some thought I’ve decided I would like it to be not just about our house, but about our home. I’ll still be posting all the details of our house and other…
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Etsy Find of the Week – Year of the Dragon
27 Jan 2012 | 9:30 amIn honor of this week’s celebration of Chinese New Year (January 23rd), I give you… Vigor, the seriously awesome, recycled, drag racing steampunk dragon sculpture by Etsy artisans Reclaim2Fame. Just look at that face! And look at that attention to detail. Love! The Year of the Dragon is considered the luckiest of the twelve years in the Chinese zodiac. Whoever snaps up this amazing little guy will be lucky indeed. By the way, if the price tag for Vigor has you spitting your coffee out on the screen, take heart. Reclaim2Fame also makes more affordable sculptures, like this… -
Working Wednesday – When Blueprints Really Were Blue
25 Jan 2012 | 1:20 pmI’m just back from a short trip to North Carolina that involves a long story I won’t get into, but I thought you might enjoy seeing this… These are the original 1950 plans for the house I was working on. Aren’t they beautiful!?! Being a draftsman back then involved a LOT of hand writing and line work, along with attention to detail. The blueprints truly were blue, and an amazing shade of it too. The color was the result of the chemical reaction of ammonium ferric citrate impregnated paper to light. Areas of the paper exposed to light turned a deep blue, while… -
Izola Shower Curtains
24 Jan 2012 | 9:30 amAhh… Las Vegas. London. Paris. Venice… Ever daydream of traveling to those places? Okay. So, let’s go! Wait a minute. We’re here to talk about interiors, aren’t we? And so we are. Specifically, about a very basic, humble, overlooked bit of interior design, one which certainly could use some glamour and snap: the shower curtain. Somewhere in the broad field between the two extremes of utilitarian and opulent lies style, sophistication, and wit. Check out these travel-themed curtains from the New York-based firm, Izola. What’s more romantic than Venice by… -
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23 Jan 2012 | 9:30 amMy new company… So excited to share it with you! I’m still devoted to sustainable interior design, but will now be doing more consulting, writing, speaking, and outreach. I’m on the road right now, but will tell you more about it when I get back. Thanks for visiting! Rachel -
Etsy Find of the Week – Everitt & Schilling Tile
20 Jan 2012 | 9:30 amI love reclaimed wood. I love tile. I LOVE this. Created by Everitt and Schilling of reclaimed wood from barns or building scrap, these tiles are both beautiful and functional. Wood can lend such warmth and texture to a wall – even when it is just a small section. Of course, you can go for the whole enchilada too! Focusing on the DIY contingent, Everitt & Schilling sells by the square foot through their Etsy store. Might be fun to order a couple of square feet to play with… Thanks for visiting! Rachel
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Design2Share Q&A Interior Design Podcast
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Irwin's Kitchen Remodeling: Scope of Work
27 Jan 2012 | 5:00 amIrwin Weiner ASID - We're a bit behind in catching up our readers on the progress of our home remodeling project in rural Pennsylvania. We really miss our kitchen, and the novelty is fast wearing off of having to eat out all the time on the weekends when we're in our weekend house. Part of our Weekend Therapy is to plan a meal and cook something spur of the moment, so we'll be happy when it's all over. In this video, I'll take you through our emptied kitchen, laundry room, and powder room and describe the scope of work - and next week I'll show you two videos with substantial progress… -
Our Top Tips: How to GREEN-UP Your Home's Interior
26 Jan 2012 | 5:00 amIrwin Weiner ASID - There's little excuse ... well, maybe inertia ... for not jumping on the GREEN bandwagon with your home design and decor. If you want to think ahead and plan for your family and planet's overall health and wellness, GREEN is the answer. We've come up with a list of eleven tips on how to go more eco-friendly around the house. Engineered quartz countertops made with recycled materials are scratch resistant, stain resistant, scorch resistant, chemical resistant, mold and mildew resistant, and stronger than natural stone or other solid surface materials. Use them on… -
Consider Concrete Decorating Solutions for Your Home
25 Jan 2012 | 5:01 amIrwin Weiner ASID - I've not been quick onto the custom concrete bandwagon for home design, having relegated concrete to the realm of the too-architectural approach to home design and home decor. Concrete can be an amazing addition to a home, both as a practical design feature and as a tactile element. There's nothing cooler than a concrete floor - one kind of texture - overlaid with a shaggy knotted handmade rug - another rich contrasting texture. Here are some of my favorite concrete applications from Concreteworks East, a supplier of custom concrete products out of East… -
White Decor Adds Winter Wonder to Interiors
24 Jan 2012 | 5:00 amJessica Ackerman - If you think that white is one of the more boring colors to decorate with, think again. White can actually be used in many exciting and creative ways throughout the home to add a dash of decorating excitement. Because it can be combined with practically any other shade, white is also extremely versatile and easy to work with. Although white can be used to great advantage in your decorating scheme year-round, it can be especially fun to use during the winter months to create a "winter wonderland" look. In fact, what better way to celebrate the beauty of the snow… -
Our Top Tips: Play It Smart When You Renovate Your Home
23 Jan 2012 | 5:00 amIrwin Weiner ASID - Our regular readers know that Jay and I are renovating our country home's kitchen and the back-entry laundry, powder room, and mudroom areas. We've been thinking a lot about how homeowners need to have their eyes wide open to the realities of renovating, as it's oftentimes an unnatural act and an extreme intrusion upon your family's home life. Here are Design2Share's top tips for renovating your home, should you want to tackle something fresh and updated during the new year. Protect yourself by hiring experienced, reliable, and highly-skilled professionals for…
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Home Design Ideas, Interior Decorating Ideas, Home Furniture
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Baby Bedroom Decor
28 Jan 2012 | 5:23 amThe other important institution gadgets for your children The arrangement of a kindergarten is not only a large bright room with a beautiful baby room is safe. The thing is that there are many other aspects of great importance that you should because. What goes around all those decorative elements, that the kindergarten is not [...] -
Baby Bedroom Decor
28 Jan 2012 | 5:23 amThe other important institution gadgets for your children The arrangement of a kindergarten is not only a large bright room with a beautiful baby room is safe. The thing is that there are many other aspects of great importance that you should because. What goes around all those decorative elements, that the kindergarten is not [...] -
The Romantic Bedroom Setup
28 Jan 2012 | 2:23 amFor married couples, a romantic setup is advisable to help keep the flame of love glowing inside the home. Since the bedroom is the most intimate area inside the house, it should always be a conducive place for sex and intimacy. By using your creativity and some existing bedroom resources, you can surely achieve a [...] -
Wooden bedroom furniture
27 Jan 2012 | 8:23 pmwith wooden furniture as part of your bedroom furniture can add a nice touch to the room. Whether a formal, traditional or country-cottage look for your bedroom like, wooden beds will compliment almost any style. While some people prefer a modern looking bed, and so choose, leather beds or beds with velvet upholstered headboard can, [...] -
Wooden bedroom furniture
27 Jan 2012 | 8:23 pmwith wooden furniture as part of your bedroom furniture can add a nice touch to the room. Whether a formal, traditional or country-cottage look for your bedroom like, wooden beds will compliment almost any style. While some people prefer a modern looking bed, and so choose, leather beds or beds with velvet upholstered headboard can, [...]
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Share The Love
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Human-Centered Design is Universal
26 Jan 2012 | 8:53 amUniversal design, while not a new concept, is making its way into more and more homes. Not to be confused with aging-in-place, universal design moves beyond the senior market and should be considered in the broader context of human-centered design, according to Mary Jo Peterson, CKD, CBD, in her recent article for Professional Remodeler. Peterson writes: “Overall, universal design is a broader term because it targets the entire population. It takes into account the reality that changes will occur over the life of the home and its occupants, as well as the environment and its users. On the… -
News Alert: 180fx® Adds Sweeping Granites, Bold Quartzites
23 Jan 2012 | 7:35 amWe’re expanding our 180fx® Collection with five new lighter, more neutral sweeping exotic granite and bold quartzite patterns that span five feet and feature premium finishes such as Etchings™, a softly polished finish etched and dappled with highlights from tiny fissures reminiscent of those found in real granite and stone, or Radiance®, a high-gloss finish that is punctuated with texture and features holographic facets that refract and reflect light. The launch includes: 3420-46 Dolce Vita in Etchings finish: Dolce Vita isa large-scale exotic Italian granite featuring shades of… -
Healthy Living with Formica® Brand Products
19 Jan 2012 | 7:42 amWith each new year, articles and commercials abound encouraging us to lead healthier lives by exercising and picking the right foods. One area commonly overlooked, however, is the environment in which we live. For most of us, besides work (and for some poor souls, the daily commute), we spend the majority of our time in our homes. The products we choose, from surfacing and flooring to appliances and paint, make a difference in our overall health as well, whether it is keeping allergies at bay, minimizing bacteria, improving indoor air quality or offering green attributes that minimize… -
2012 Sneak Peek
16 Jan 2012 | 6:30 amWe’ve blogged about the industry’s 2012 outlooks and color trends — now we’re “sharing the love” for some of the exciting things Formica Corporation has in store for the first half of this year. Formica® Brand Products on the Road If you’re in the area, be sure to stop by our booths at the following shows: International Builders’ Show (IBS), Feb. 8-11, 2012 (Orlando) Cincinnati Home and Garden Show, Feb. 25-26 & Feb. 29 – March 4, 2012 (Cincinnati) Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), April 27-29, 2012 (Chicago) HD Expo, May 15-17, 2012 (Las Vegas) New Patterns… -
Spring Color Trends
12 Jan 2012 | 7:15 amThe Pantone Color Institute® 2012 Spring Color Report is out and, as we head into the cold, it is already giving our step a lift. Tangerine Tango, a vivacious red-orange picked as the 2012 Color of the Year, made headlines in December, and you’ve likely seen the suggestions for incorporating it to your wardrobes and interiors. However, the Spring Color Report rounds out Tangerine Tango by adding a few muted pastels, bold brights and sophisticated neutrals to the mix with lovely names such as Cockatoo, Margarita, Sweet Lilac and Starfish. What is your favorite color for Spring? Tweet
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In Good Faith
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Seattle Interior Designer says, “Soften Spaces Using Circles”
26 Jan 2012 | 8:01 amSeattle Interior Designer says, “Soften Spaces Using Circles” is a post from: faith sheridan's blog In my interior designs, I frequently use furniture with edges other than 90 degrees. I like the feeling of softness that comes from circles and ovals. Seems this is the hot trend in 2012 interior designs. Yes, circles are the hot design for the web (as in Google circles) and now interior design too. Softened corners invite rather than stiffen. Be it circular pillows, mirrors, chairs or tables, circles and ovals are friendly and approachable. Soleil Mirror from Hickory Chair… -
3 Motivators for Decorating in 2012 ~ Cleanse, Donate, Target a Wish List For Decorating
12 Jan 2012 | 7:50 am3 Motivators for Decorating in 2012 ~ Cleanse, Donate, Target a Wish List For Decorating is a post from: faith sheridan's blog So, you’ve sorted decorations and stored them for 2012. What about donations? Most important, what decorating dreams make up your Wish-List for 2012? A beautiful interior requires motivation and discipline says this Seattle interior designer. You need 3 actions: cleanse, donate and target your decorating. Entertain in Well Decorated Style The cleanse and donate actions require an design audit with a critical eye. Just how long has that accent pillow,… -
Get Your Copy of the Design Success University 2011 Interior Design Fee & Salary Survey
5 Jan 2012 | 7:29 amGet Your Copy of the Design Success University 2011 Interior Design Fee & Salary Survey is a post from: faith sheridan's blog It’s that time of year again.. This Seattle interior designer, Faith Sheridan, shares a link so you can see all the results. Thousands of designers participated with some surprising and not so surprising results. See the surprising survey results The Design Success University 2011 Interior Design Fee & Salary Survey results are available for immediate download. Here are a few highlights: 53.3% said total revenue for 2011 was below $100,000 62%… -
5 Basic Improvements to Make Your Holiday Entertaining 5 Star Events
15 Dec 2011 | 8:05 am5 Basic Improvements to Make Your Holiday Entertaining 5 Star Events is a post from: faith sheridan's blog Did your kitchen finesse the big Thanksgiving dinner? Was it a 5 Star event? This Seattle interior designer suggests 5 basic improvements that make holiday entertaining memorable events for your family and friends. Christmas, New Year’s and the Super Bowl are right around the corner. Gather your family, friends and neighbors and start cooking in your beautiful interior and put some of these improvements to use this season. Faith’s 5 Favorite Improvements for… -
Color Specialist Mary Hoffman of Benjamin Moore Says “Embrace Neutral with Pops of Color”
8 Dec 2011 | 8:04 amColor Specialist Mary Hoffman of Benjamin Moore Says “Embrace Neutral with Pops of Color” is a post from: faith sheridan's blog Mary Hoffman knows color ~”As a third generation employee with Benjamin Moore & Co, Mary Hoffman has experienced paint from a diverse perspective.” from Sunset Magazine. So when Mary says, “embrace color’ she means it. My good friends Mary and Randy at the Kravet event Photo courtesy Sara Coe As a Seattle interior designer, I soaked in her message at a presentation at the Kravet showroom. We’re all still mostly…
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Layla Grayce Backroom Blog
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Sweet As: Valentine’s Day Party And Printables
27 Jan 2012 | 10:05 amOur friends at Anders Ruff created this charming party, showcasing their Valentine’s Day Printable Collection along with darling decorating ideas that just about anyone could pull off. Moms will love the cute card, envelopes and candy wrappers to add a little extra personality to kid’s school exchanges, making this collection a keeper even if you have no party to plan. All photos styled by Anders Ruff, photographed by Becca Bond Photography Party flags on striped straws and a Valentine label add sweet sass to a vintage soda bottle. Mini chocolate bars and Hershey’s Kisses get a… -
Get The Look: Stunning Nursery Walls (Ceilings Too!)
26 Jan 2012 | 6:57 amGet the look: Large Rabat Moroccan Stencil, Sherwin Williams Paint: Hopeful, Interesting Aqua, Amour PinkFeatured on: Project Nursery Designed by: Emily K Paperie A Moroccan Stencil and a few cans of paint can create a stunning nursery accent wall that transitions perfectly as your little one grows up. Two different shades of pink keep this fun design sophisticated and chic. Get the Look: How-to tutorial, Sherwin Williams Paint: Uncertain Grey, Extra White Designed by: Nadia of House 36 Chevron designs are everywhere these days – from rugs to pillows to walls, and for good… -
Pin It To Win It: Contest Winners!
25 Jan 2012 | 7:59 am1st Place Dream Foyer pinned by: Cassie Leik 2nd Place Dream Foyer pinned by: MelisaTheMom, 3rd Place Dream Foyer pinned by: Sarah Kirk The results are in, and we’re sure you had as hard a time choosing a favorite Pinterest board as we did. Although the competition was fierce, Cassie Leik’s took top honors with her “Modern Meets Vintage” foyer entryway. The time and thought she put into her selections seemed to resonate with our voters. Here’s what Cassie had to say about her Pinterest board: “I chose a floral mustard wallpaper which I accented with a bold… -
May We Offer You a Seat? We Think These Are Perfect
24 Jan 2012 | 8:05 amTaylor Scott Barcelona Chair Taylor Scott Author Chair Taylor Scott Derek Loveseat Taylor Scott Willow Sofa Taylor Scott Convertible 2 Piece Sofa We’ve been on a hunt for fabulous new seating and we think we’ve found the perfect thing – for just about anyone, any style! Our line of Taylor Scott furniture features designs ranging from charming cottage to elegantly modernized, all upholstered in your choice of fabrication with comfy white goose down filled cushions, bench made in the USA. Shop the entire Taylor Scott Collection > Tweet -
Time To vote! Choose The Winning Pinterest Board
20 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amThis Dream Foyer pinned by: Sarah Kirk This Dream Foyer pinned by: Cassie Leik This Dream Foyer pinned by: MelisaTheMom This Dream Foyer pinned by: Bonnie Brisebois Agugliaro This Dream Foyer pinned by: Elise Pearson The response was overwhelming, the entries were fabulous, and our design team has narrowed it down to the top 5 finalists. Now it’s time for you to decide the winners – vote for your favorite Pinterest board, and don’t forget to encourage friends and family to vote too. The winners will be announced on our Facebook page Wednesday, January 25th. The winning entries…
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AB Home Interiors
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How quantity over quality can sacrifice your style
27 Jan 2012 | 1:57 amIn the last fifteen years there has been a slow yet rapid shift in the quality of products sold in the US. Everything from our clothes, furniture and even food has seen a decline. Furniture and accessories are all being sent over to China for production where every corner is cut to keep costs low. [...] -
How to create an office that makes you more money
25 Jan 2012 | 1:47 amImagine going into your office and sitting with a client dressed in your pajamas. How would you feel? It’s likely that you wouldn’t feel professional, and lets face it your game would be off. You wouldn’t be able to put your best foot forward, and really sell your offerings with confidence. (not with felt scooby [...] -
Toxic food-The secret behind eating raw produce
23 Jan 2012 | 1:15 amAbout four years ago I started making small steps to eat more organic food, especially produce. Prior to this I was assuming that all produce was the same produce and no reason to spend more, right? Wrong. Organic food is more expensive yes, but are you willing to risk your health for an item that [...] -
Beyond the plastic yard flamingo- 4 new ways to rethink pink
20 Jan 2012 | 1:42 amIts no surprise, I love pink. Always have. In fact it has been the core color of my wardrobe for over 10 years. Early on my mother told me I would tire of it, or rather grow out of it….but I still love pink. The value or intensity does change over the years, but the [...] -
Homemade Potato Soup-Amanda Style
18 Jan 2012 | 1:47 amLast year I discovered a great Potato Soup recipe from Mama loves food, that is really good and fairly simple. But being a vegetarian and having limited utensils in the AB HOME kitchen it was my goal to take an already simple recipe and dumb it down even further…aka, doin’ it Amanda style. Heres what [...]
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In Good Faith
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Seattle Interior Designer says, “Soften Spaces Using Circles”
26 Jan 2012 | 8:01 amSeattle Interior Designer says, “Soften Spaces Using Circles” is a post from: faith sheridan's blog In my interior designs, I frequently use furniture with edges other than 90 degrees. I like the feeling of softness that comes from circles and ovals. Seems this is the hot trend in 2012 interior designs. Yes, circles are the hot design for the web (as in Google circles) and now interior design too. Softened corners invite rather than stiffen. Be it circular pillows, mirrors, chairs or tables, circles and ovals are friendly and approachable. Soleil Mirror from Hickory Chair… -
3 Motivators for Decorating in 2012 ~ Cleanse, Donate, Target a Wish List For Decorating
12 Jan 2012 | 7:50 am3 Motivators for Decorating in 2012 ~ Cleanse, Donate, Target a Wish List For Decorating is a post from: faith sheridan's blog So, you’ve sorted decorations and stored them for 2012. What about donations? Most important, what decorating dreams make up your Wish-List for 2012? A beautiful interior requires motivation and discipline says this Seattle interior designer. You need 3 actions: cleanse, donate and target your decorating. Entertain in Well Decorated Style The cleanse and donate actions require an design audit with a critical eye. Just how long has that accent pillow,… -
Get Your Copy of the Design Success University 2011 Interior Design Fee & Salary Survey
5 Jan 2012 | 7:29 amGet Your Copy of the Design Success University 2011 Interior Design Fee & Salary Survey is a post from: faith sheridan's blog It’s that time of year again.. This Seattle interior designer, Faith Sheridan, shares a link so you can see all the results. Thousands of designers participated with some surprising and not so surprising results. See the surprising survey results The Design Success University 2011 Interior Design Fee & Salary Survey results are available for immediate download. Here are a few highlights: 53.3% said total revenue for 2011 was below $100,000 62%… -
5 Basic Improvements to Make Your Holiday Entertaining 5 Star Events
15 Dec 2011 | 8:05 am5 Basic Improvements to Make Your Holiday Entertaining 5 Star Events is a post from: faith sheridan's blog Did your kitchen finesse the big Thanksgiving dinner? Was it a 5 Star event? This Seattle interior designer suggests 5 basic improvements that make holiday entertaining memorable events for your family and friends. Christmas, New Year’s and the Super Bowl are right around the corner. Gather your family, friends and neighbors and start cooking in your beautiful interior and put some of these improvements to use this season. Faith’s 5 Favorite Improvements for… -
Color Specialist Mary Hoffman of Benjamin Moore Says “Embrace Neutral with Pops of Color”
8 Dec 2011 | 8:04 amColor Specialist Mary Hoffman of Benjamin Moore Says “Embrace Neutral with Pops of Color” is a post from: faith sheridan's blog Mary Hoffman knows color ~”As a third generation employee with Benjamin Moore & Co, Mary Hoffman has experienced paint from a diverse perspective.” from Sunset Magazine. So when Mary says, “embrace color’ she means it. My good friends Mary and Randy at the Kravet event Photo courtesy Sara Coe As a Seattle interior designer, I soaked in her message at a presentation at the Kravet showroom. We’re all still mostly…
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The Decorologist
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Paint Swatch Valentines
27 Jan 2012 | 7:00 amWhew. Yesterday was a very long and busy day – I got my car stuck in the mud in the morning, conducted an Exterior Color Consultation in the rain, and then did a Speed Staging in the late afternoon. More about the Speed Staging in a future post, but for today I am reposting a post from last year especially for color-lovers everywhere: Although I love to send vintage or vintage-inspired Valentine’s Day cards, I thought it might be fun to send out something like these instead: Handmade Valentines Using Paint Swatches I picked up these paint chips at Lowe’s… -
How to Spruce Up a Hutch with Shelf Liner
25 Jan 2012 | 7:00 amI was at Home Goods last week and found this fabulous repositionable shelf liner. Isn’t this flamestitch pattern gorgeous??? Macbeth Self-Adhesive Shelf Liner from HomeGoods Recently, I encouraged one of my clients to paper the back of a dark hutch in her dining room with some wallpaper or scrapbook paper to bring in more of the colors in the palette we had chosen for that room and the adjoining room (avocado green and blue). I knew immediately that this color and pattern might be just what she needed, so I scooped it up. And then I thought about my own dining room hutch:… -
Nashville Home Stager Shares the #1 Secret to Getting Your House Sold
23 Jan 2012 | 7:00 amI started out in this field as a Home Stager before I became an Interior Decorator, Color Consultant, and Design Blogger. I guess I just don’t know when to stop! I actually don’t do as much staging as I used to – that’s because I am typically booked out too far to be ready to “stop-drop-and stage”, which is what is typically needed when time is of the essence. Cutest Doggie Ever But I love a good stage – it’s definitely a wham-bam, thank-you-mam kind of deal. Instant gratification for a design addict like me. I’m sharing my… -
Fireplace Face-Lift
20 Jan 2012 | 7:00 amDo you have a fireplace that fades away into the background? Maybe it needs some coaxing to bring it out of its shell. This fireplace mantel was painted out the same color as the wall behind it. That’s a big no-no in my book. A mantel is architecture, like trim moulding, and should never be treated like a wall! Blah Fireplace A few coats of almost-black paint and a new fireplace insert (no more brass!) changed the whole look and feel of this fireplace surround and mantel. Tah-dah! Now this fireplace has presence in this room – and shouldn’t the fireplace… -
Paint Some Stripes – But Ditch the Paint!
18 Jan 2012 | 7:00 amI ran across an image on Pinterest that caught my eye -this fabulous striped floor in Kate Spade’s flagship New York store. source Have you ever had a secret desire to paint stripes or some other cool pattern on your floors, but were too chicken to try? Guess what? That floor wasn’t painted at all – it was created with colorful vinyl tape! Vinyl Tape Imagine what you could do with a little of this inexpensive product. Jim Lambie Stair Design Maybe you could stripe a wall like this: source Or create a unique design on a previously-uninteresting…
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Furnish Fab Finds
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Quick Shop: Oven Gloves
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Stanley The Stag Cushion from Rockett St George
27 Jan 2012 | 3:30 amAdd some animal charm with this Stanley The Stag cushion from Rockett St George. £47.50 -
Quick Shop: Sales
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Eva Solo Bird Table from Bodie and Fou
25 Jan 2012 | 3:30 amLet your feather friends dine in style with this Eva Solo Bird Table from Bodie and Fou. £89 -
Shop The Trend: Orange
24 Jan 2012 | 3:30 amOrange is set to be a big colour in the home this year so add some to your scheme now and be way ahead of the interiors pack.
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Simplifying Fabulous!
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Fab Fridays with Steve Fanuka
27 Jan 2012 | 9:00 amSimplifying Fabulous! with Stephen Fanuka ABOUT Stephen Fanuka has built himself an unsurpassed reputation among the leading decorators, architects and elite clientele in Manhattan as the go-to guy... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
The Color Trend for the Year goes to…
24 Jan 2012 | 5:17 pmTangerine Tango!! A new year also means a new color trend, and the color gods at Pantone have dubbed Tangerine Tango as this year’s “it” color. Also called Pantone 17-1463 for the technical types,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
How to Train Your Home for a Healthy Lifestyle!
23 Jan 2012 | 8:21 amWow, 2012 is off to a great start!! Earlier this month, I recommended New Year’s Resolutions for the Home with some fabulous tips for how to start the year off fresh for your home. From... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
Fab Friday with Dana Helms
20 Jan 2012 | 9:00 amSimplifying Fabulous! with Social Media Maven, Dana Helms ABOUT Dana Helms is a social media guru! Working as a Client Service Account Manager for MicroD, she helps people and companies make... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] -
Fire Power: The Flame Stitch
18 Jan 2012 | 8:15 amLike moths to a flame, we keep getting drawn in when it comes to flame stitch. The Renaissance-era textile technique has come and gone in popularity, several times over, and largely thanks to... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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KitchAnn Style
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Google Cooktop
25 Jan 2012 | 9:42 amAt first glance, I thought the Google Cooktop was an appliance. It’s not, it’s a smart countertop concept for the kitchen. Created by designer Sarah R. L. Johnson, the Google Cooktop is an interactive screen embedded in your countertop. The Cooktop can either be connected wirelessly to the users’ computer or to the Google Cooking App on the users’ iPhone to access a catalog of the ingredients the user has in their home. The Cooktop can then suggest a recipe or the user can search the internet for a recipe of their choice. If you know your dinner guests really well (or they… -
Exotic Gourd Lamps
19 Jan 2012 | 2:42 pmThese one-of-a-kind gourd lights by Calabarte are a great way to add unique lighting to any space. The Senegalese gourds are carefully dried and hand drilled and patterned by the artist. Since each gourd is a unique shape, the light and patterns from each lamp is different. It’s amazing to compare how the unlit gourd looks to the lighted one. These unique works of art seem to be sold by the artist on eBay and through direct consignment. The last auction I could find sold for $1,329.00. For more information, visit his Facebook Page. Filed under: Interior Design, Lighting, Style Tagged:… -
A Splash-Proof Tablet for Your Kitchen
15 Jan 2012 | 11:20 amThe Qooq (that’s “cook,” get it?) was another gadget on display at the CES 2012 show. This French tablet, which already sells in France, is aimed at solving the problem of how to use a tablet in the kitchen where spills and greasy smudges are bound to happen. This 10 inch tablet runs on Linux, not Android, nor Windows 8 and it will cost $400 when it comes to the states. This Linux distribution has been customized for the Qooq and it is loaded with many things a cook would want like recipes from renowned chefs, as well as related videos, an ingredient database, wine and… -
Bertazzoni and Sub-Zero Wolf At CES 2012
12 Jan 2012 | 9:56 amItalian cooking appliance maker Bertazzoni was recently recognized for its Built-in Design Series, winning the prestigious CES 2012 Innovation Award for its Built-in Design Series double oven. The Ovens are designed to combine the company’s traditional craftsmanship and design with precise, innovative controls inspired by the iPhone. Another look at the photo and you will see the handles are molded Venetian Glass – very luxurious. Here’s a link to a great post about Bertazzoni from Dwell. Wolf Appliance was also a 2012 Consumer Electronics Show Innovations Award Honoree… -
Samsung Appliances at CES 2012
10 Jan 2012 | 10:21 amThe South Korean electronics maker unveiled many new products at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas but only one was a smart phone. Samsung unveiled their SMH2117S over the range microwave which is the first microwave with an LED light for lighting the cooking surface below. The lamp uses less than a tenth of the power consumption (2.4W/1EA) of conventional incandescent (40W/1EA) or halogen (20W/1EA) cooktop lamps. An Eco Mode saves up to 40% in energy by turning the display off when not in use. The microwave also has a porcelain enamel interior, which the company said…
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Kelly's Kitchen Sync
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You be the judge: Wall cabinets by the window
23 Jan 2012 | 8:00 amQUESTION O' THE DAY: Wall cabinets: Do you design a double-door wall cabinet next to a sink window as shown to the right of this window? Arguments FOR: “The cabinet is wider so you can store larger plates.” “You design with one less cabinet, which makes it less expensive.” “It looks nicer to have the handles or knobs side-by-side.” Arguments AGAINST: “Can’t reach inside if standing at the sink.” “Unable to unload dishwasher from one side.” …or design two separate cabinets so that each can swing away from the window like this one? … -
New York BlogTour 2012, here I come!
21 Jan 2012 | 1:39 pmApologies for the lack of multiple blog posts this week, but your intrepid designer has seen a lot of wonderful things this January on her plate. Some of the things I can't discuss quite yet, but this I can tell you -- Welcome to BlogTour 2012! Because yours truly will be attending the fabulous New York Architectural Digest Show March 22-25, 2012 thanks to Modenus. 14 bloggers were selected from a pretty inspiring list from Europe and North America…and luckily for me, I was one of them! (Yes, I don’t know either. I got lucky, but don’t tell them. Shh!) … -
Bathroom Trends for 2012
15 Jan 2012 | 12:42 pmLast year, I was reporting the “streamlining” of home design – how we were seeing less clutter, and less of everything from ornate moldings to staggered cabinets. This year will be a continuation as the high-end projects from 2-3 years ago make their way into mainstream media and the rest of us draw inspiration from it. So what am I seeing this year for bathroom trends? If I had to choose a word, I’d say “sleek”. Contemporary and transitional design are gaining more influence as homeowners return from overseas trips. Here are the top three items for 2012: 1) FLOATING VANITIES…
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The Vintage Modern
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The Most Important House Tour I'll Ever Take
18 Jan 2012 | 12:27 amJanuary 19th marks one year since my husband proposed! I'm not sure why I'm just now telling our story, because the whole event revolved around my love for design! My husband knows me so well! Without my knowledge, he got in touch with Billy Rose, a big dog in LA real estate. Billy amazingly agreed to give us a personal tour of this house right off the Sunset Strip! Kevin said he arranged a house tour and a fun day in LA because he wanted to encourage my love of design. Sneaky, sneaky! As we pulled up, we saw the house from the back: I snapped only a few pictures because I was keeping my eye… -
The Backyard!
28 Oct 2011 | 1:37 amOkay, so...a backyard is a backyard. We're renting our house, so I don't have the option of any major transformations, but our backyard has definitely become our favorite part of the house and feels like home. Here's what it looked like the day we moved in... Since then, we've added two handcrafted adirondack chairs (made by my talented father-in-law) and a fabulous fire pit made by our talented friend, Mr Eric Trine. Believe it or not, the fire pit is a reclaimed washing machine drum! You should see the way that thing flickers and glows with a fire in it! It reminds me of the… -
Waiting for the End of the World...
25 Oct 2011 | 12:45 amThis is the most bizarre thing I've seen in a long time...so I just had to post it... A wealthy financier, named Girard B Henderson, was one of the last true believers in surviving nuclear war by going underground. His underground 1978 house, beneath a normal two-story suburban house in Las Vegas, is one of the last relics of the Cold War. From Metropolis Magazine..."This 16,000-square-foot bomb shelter—complete with ranch house, guesthouse, pool, yard, and barbecue—may be that era’s most surreal expression." You can read more here... or... you can see the eerie pictures below... … -
The Room In Which We Live
7 Oct 2011 | 12:36 amAs we go from room to room, I will share with you my treasures, as well as tell you the projects I'm hoping to do and the changes I'm hoping to make. So, let's start with the living room... I was a little bummed when we moved in because I wasn't able to set the living room facing the direction I wanted. (Blame the tv antenna...) I had to get creative and it's definitely a work in progress...but here's where we are at! This is my favorite corner... This is what I like to call my little vignette. - My beloved avocado vintage chair (rescued from a to-be-trashed pile at my old office). -… -
Eichler House Tour!
6 Oct 2011 | 12:42 amI am loving this Eichler beauty that is coming to market soon in Granada Hills. Not much to look at from the front, but the rest is fab! If you're wondering what to get me for Christmas, this baby will only set you back $739,000, but boy would it make my year. :)
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Create Product Prototypes and Concepts for the New Design Contest: SUN.LAB 2012, “Nature Inside”
22 Jan 2012 | 9:00 pmSUN. in co-operation with CarusoD’AngeliStudio, presents “SUN. LAB for a creative outdoor,” an international competition for young designers. The competition is aimed at displaying product prototypes and concepts conceived by young outdoor design talents. An event that has great media coverage and is intended to establish a link between creative minds and companies in the sector. The theme for this edition is NATURE INSIDE. The suggested theme is aimed at inspiring a fertilization, cultivation, and hybridization between design and organic-inspired disciplines. This “translation”… -
Here is NAP’s Winning Project for the Europan 11 Competition
16 Jan 2012 | 12:00 amNAP is the winning team for the Europan 11 competition. This is their concept. Dornröschen - Reinitializing Selb or 'Kissing awake the sleeping beauty. "For the shrinking 'porcelain-city' in Selb (Germany) we designed a strong but sensitive town development plan to reinitialize the city. The city Selb has a lot of qualities and potential but is still in shock about the deep crisis of the porcelain-industry from the 1990's. So they are waiting for more than 20 years already for us to 'Kiss awake the sleeping beauty'", says the team. Through a range of strategies and carefully selected… -
3XN’s Green Solution House: “Adapted to the Circulation of Nature”
13 Jan 2012 | 5:05 pm3XN is the studio behind the experimental hotel and conference center "where everything is adapted to the circulation of nature and where guests will get an idea of how it feels to live in a world without waste." The project is managed by head of 3XN’s innovation unit, GXN, Kasper Guldager Jørgensen: "In Denmark, the construction industry alone is responsible for 30% of all waste generated. Waste that puts an enormous burden on the environment, but with Green Solution House we demonstrate that this is a problem, which we can actually solve." The Green Solution House conference center on… -
BraunPrize 2012: Competition for Product Ideas and Ingenious Solutions for a Better Everyday
9 Jan 2012 | 9:00 pmBraunPrize seeks designers & inventors who can highlight the importance of industrial and innovative products. The product concepts submitted should focus on the essential topics of today. The BraunPrize 2012 embraces the increased relevance of well-designed products that help improve all aspects of everyday life. "With most people´s daily challenges becoming increasingly complex and demanding, we are relying on ubiquitous technology, highly connected social structures and our ability to cope with a fast, 24/7 lifestyle. Our everyday has become an artificial environment of architecture… -
GLOW: New Competition, Can You Make Copley One of the Greatest Squares in the World Using Light?
5 Jan 2012 | 4:41 amCan you make Copley one of the greatest squares in the world using light? This is the main challenge presented in SHIFTboston's new international competition called GLOW. SHIFTBoston, in association with LightBoston and the Friends of Copley Square are looking for artists, architects, urban planners, sculptors, lighting designers, and landscape architects around the globe to "create a NEW approach for lighting Copley Square." The organizers are "seeking proposals which will capture the beauty of the existing fabric in this unique urbanscape. Lighting design concepts should highlight existing…
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Attic Insulation – Keep Yours Up to date
26 Jan 2012 | 9:35 amAttic Clearout Trying to keep a comfy local weather in the property year-spherical is one particular of the most crucial problems several house entrepreneurs encounter, and it can often sense like a dropping battle, especially during the winter months. As the temperature dips uncomfortably reduced or soars to the top rated of the thermometer, a at ease house gets not only a luxurious, but a necessity for the well being and protection of your loved ones. A poorly insulated house is usually to blame for cold drafts, unwelcome blasts of heat, and heating and cooling payments that can swiftly… -
Inside Designers Really like Portable Properties
22 Jan 2012 | 9:32 am09_0316 Loft Intererior designers adore moveable structures since they can broaden their clientele residence or operate room, affordably! Inside designers get compensated to conserve a property owner money on design and style. A very good interior designer understands the worth of fantastic, room-protecting portable properties. If a designer suggests an added area in your again lawn vs. re-designing your inside, then you know he or she is aware what they are conversing about. You just can not conquer a portable building when increasing your already current room. If you have no more… -
Loft conversions in London
10 Jan 2012 | 9:30 amcardiffarchitects.net Online video Rating: / five Loft conversions aid to change an empty loft region into a functional area this can be particularly valuable in London. In London property charges are incredibly substantial, and loft conversions in this kind of an location signifies you could avoid shifting property and would gain you fiscally. In fact loft conversions are a single of the most popular kinds of house improvement throughout the total of the United kingdom, not just in London. If you live in London and do want to steer clear of getting a new property then loft conversions… -
Lofts and Condos: Are All Lofts Decorated in Minimalist Layout?
6 Jan 2012 | 9:29 amloft room Concern: I like the idea of loft condominiums even though I have never comprehended minimalist art. What is minimalism, anyway, and are all lofts decorated in this style? Isn’t really it as well “cold” or austere for most folks in a home? Answer: Minimalism signifies “indeterminacy” that means not determined. Inexact in its limits. Indefinite, unsure, vague. Not but settled, concluded, or identified. Uncertain or inconclusive. This usually indicates taking away “fluff” or ornamentation and paring down to the bare necessities. In residence… -
Toronto Attic Air flow – Why Is Attic Air Motion So Important?
25 Dec 2011 | 9:31 amDesign and Decay Toronto attic ventilation is really crucial. The ventilation functions in unison with the roof’s insulation. Both aid at sustaining a continual temperature and humidity in your residence and in the attic. Falling to use correct attic ventilation may lead to roof damages, overheating, fluctuating temperatures in your property and needless high electricity charges. Right here are the most crucial facets and good reasons why Toronto attic ventilation is so crucial: #1: It saves you money on the vitality expenses. During the summer season, it makes your residence cooler. I…
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Weekly Six: 1.27.12
27 Jan 2012 | 11:15 amHappy Friday! Have any exciting plans this weekend? Here are six links to keep you busy if you have any down time! 1) Take a look at these adorable stools that can be flipped over to give your favorite furry friend a place to hang out. 2) If you haven’t heard of raw balls (the cookie dough look-a-likes) – they’re a healthy snack that is quite easy to make. I’ve never made the ones shown here, but the Dark Chocolate Fudge Balls are amazing! (recipe for both included on that link) 3) These glass wall organizers are a cute and easy way to organize and decorate at the same… -
Extra-Wide Headboards: Love this Look?
26 Jan 2012 | 10:45 amOver-sized headboards make a dramatic statement in the bedroom as they easily catch the eye. Whether they’re neutral or in a bright color, it’s the unexpected large size that creates a glamorous modern look. The first headboard extends wide enough that it passes the ends of the nightstands, while the other two headboards cut off in the middle of the nightstand. The first image also has two matching lamps, while the last two have two matching pendant hanging over each nightstand. All similar layouts but with very different looks! Do you love the look of these over-sized headboards? -
Purple, Peacock Blue & Fuchsia
25 Jan 2012 | 10:48 amGoing off of yesterday’s post, I created a post using one of the color schemes: purple, peacock blue and fuchsia. It’s definitely a bold scheme, and I wouldn’t necessarily decorate a room with these exact items, but I like it as a way to get a feel for how the colors flow together. I’m especially loving that chevron rug – it would look great under that fuchsia chair! What do you think of this of color scheme? (I created the moodboard over at Olioboard, so you can check it out there with links to each item. ) -
Color Palettes: Bold Agate Rug
24 Jan 2012 | 12:06 pmSomething about different color palettes can be so inspiring. Maybe it’s all of the different possibilities, or perhaps it’s the search for finding pieces in those colors once you choose a palette. The Agate rug shown above was featured on Design Milk in 2010, but I came across it recently on Pinterest. (Where else?!) With all of the different colors, I thought it’d be a fun place to start with a color palette. So I pulled a few colors from there, and then narrowed them down: Personally, I’d try to keep all of the colors together if I could! I think they would be… -
Product Pick: Object-O
23 Jan 2012 | 2:50 pmI’m pretty sure my whole life would be undeniably perfect if I had one of these stellar chairs to go hide in every night before bed. [And every morning before work!!] While it looks like it could maybe be a little claustrophobic at times, I’m thinking it would be excellent for some reflecting. Or for those times when you just want to stare at something blank and not think or do anything! So what is it, you ask? It’s the Object-O, a modern seating piece designed by Seung-Yong Song of Seoul, South Korea. On Song’s website, he compares the chair to building tents as a…
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Brighten Your Home Life with Rechargeable Drop Lights
27 Jan 2012 | 1:47 pmLighting is as important to home décor as any other design element and it should be chosen in accordance with your home style and the atmosphere you want to create. Today’s generation of lighting technology come up with a wide variety of high quality solutions with minimum maintenance and maximum functionality. The ‘Drop Light‘is a portable delightful lamp from DOOlight which incorporate innovative design and performance in one product. Perfect for motivating mood, you can get the exact mood anywhere in your home by simply increase and decrease it in intensity. Cordless, heatless… -
Enhance the Pleasure of Drinking Whisky
27 Jan 2012 | 8:20 amFine whisky should be sipped slowly from the right whisky glass and enjoyed in good company. It really does make a difference. Inspired by the designer’s passion for collecting stones on the beach, this elegant whisky glass has plenty of character combining both an aestethic and functional design. Designed by Rikke Hagen from Norman-Copenhagen, this unique glass increases the pleasure of drinking whisky throught its stylish Nordic design that will reflects the quality of whisky and raises its profile. It helps develop the subtle flavours and aromas of fine malts. Perfect for those who… -
Great Bridge Architecture Connecting Two Buildings, Austria by SOLID Architecture
26 Jan 2012 | 3:42 pmThe very talented architectural team design SOLID architecture had in its vision the construction of a bridge that can reunite two buildings, and this great idea was a success. The architectural team builds a fully enclosed bridge between the two buildings Rennweg 44 and 46, in the 3rd district of Vienna, Austria. The effect of the bridge viewed from the outside is amazing. The element surprise of the bridge is the third element formally separated, added at the two buildings. It is important to mention, that the bridge was built at the fifth floor of the Rennweg buildings. The span length… -
Imaginative Bookcase Design by Kartell
26 Jan 2012 | 2:57 pmToday’s constant need for change challenges designers to come up to remarkable solutions for people’s everyday problems. Kartell company come with contemporary products which express the atmosphere, values and messages of the period in which they were created and as a result, they become easily an integral part of our life. An example of such innovative products is Bookworm, a flexible curvy bookshelf which may take any abstract shape that you like it, from a zigzag to a perfect spiral. The bookcase design represents a fusion between designer Ron Arad’s creativity and… -
Colorful Accessories for Your Workspace by Karim Rashid
26 Jan 2012 | 8:31 amPebble Collection is a result of collaboration between famous designer Karim Rashid with 3M and its Post-it and Scotch brands which features two enjoyable and colorful accessories for your workspace, a Post-It Dispenser and a Scotch Dispenser. They represents a cute new alternative of the classical ones, bringing new life to the office supply aisle and we think they are great, especially for those who love modern designs. Rashid’s Scotch Dispenser and Post-It Dispenser subtly blend into a workspace and add a splash of contemporary style thanks to their eye-catching and unique shapes…
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green idea: repurposed airline carts
27 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amIn my weekly search for inspiring repurposed and upcycled home decor and design ideas, I came across a fellow blogger's fantastic post about repurposed airline carts. I am so taken with these that I am simply going to send you over to A Room With A View to see these neat vintage carts that have been upcycled by Skypak. Thanks Liza for this great post and for finding this great resource! All images from Skypak via A Room with a ViewIn need of ideas and inspiration to help you begin or finish refreshing a room? Contact me about e-design services, starting at $75. -
green idea: creative diy headboards
26 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amI have headboards on the brain because I am making one this weekend for a daybed. Headboards, in my opinion, are so important in completing the design of a bedroom, and they offer an opportunity to express some personality. You don't have to spend a lot and you don't (and I'd venture shouldn't) have to buy one with your bed frame. I think it is much more interesting (and eco-friendly) to create one. Here are some wonderful examples.via Apartment Therapyvia Kaboodlevia Molitlivia Homes and Gardensvia Jamie HerzlingerCentsational GirlVivaterravia Apartment Therapyvia DecorPadStylizmovia… -
the one room challenge- week 2
25 Jan 2012 | 2:00 amWell I am in a white-out after this weekend. Not from snow, from my all-white office/reading room. I painted the walls pure white during my second week in The One Room Challenge, a 6-week challenge with fellow design bloggers to finish decorating a room. Last week I told you a bit about the spare room in my condo; this is the inspiration photo I have chosen as my favourite. from the Marion House BookAs my philosophy for design is to minimize consumption, re-purpose when possible, and use eco-friendly products when they make sense, my office makeover will follow that creed. -
the art of storing magazines
23 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amAs I get deeper into the One Room Challenge, in which I am refreshing my office/reading room, I am thinking about my very large magazine collection and wondering how to store and display them all. The solution must be something cheap and/or homemade. So I've been looking around and have found some ideas. sourcesourcesourcesourcesourcesourcesourceI have a weakness for magazines and books as decoration within my home, so they will always play a big part of many of my rooms. I love these DIY storage ideas. Which do you think I should try?In need of ideas and inspiration to help you begin or… -
not a builder basic bathroom
23 Jan 2012 | 2:00 amMy brother, the builder, has a townhome project on the go and has asked for advice on how to turn a small-standard-layout-builder-basic-bathroom into something a little more special, without spending a fortune. Actually, there are a few easy ways to do this, and they make all the difference. Some nice tilework, a contemporary vanity, sink and counter, a framed mirror, and bling lighting will amp up a basic bathroom. contemporary bathroom design by toronto interior designer Avalon InteriorsSullivan Design StudioIn a small space, I like the floating vanities with open space underneath. As long…
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Save 20% on Inmod Sofas
27 Jan 2012 | 9:19 amWe’ve got a lovely deal going on for you at Inmod this weekend. From now until Wednesday, February 1st, you can save 20% off of any piece within the Inmod Sofa Collection. With a huge variety of styles and almost 100 different upholstery options to choose from, the Inmod Sofa Collection gives you the option to design your ideal living space. Create your own layout with all of the different sofas, ottomans, chairs and sectionals available. All the while saving 20% if you purchase before 2/1! So, go check them out and have a happy shopping weekend!! -
Inmod & Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
26 Jan 2012 | 9:16 amCheck out the video above of a recent episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. At 35 seconds into the video, you’ll see the one and only ModPod Egg Chair from Inmod! The Egg Chair was featured on episode 7 of season 9 as the Extreme Makeover team worked with the Hill family. You can learn more and watch the full episode here. Be sure to take a look!! -
Black and White Office
25 Jan 2012 | 9:16 amYou can’t go wrong with black and white. To add a pop of color, you can essentially add whatever colors your heart desires – because everything matches with black and white! (Except navy – anybody else agree with me that black and navy together is a major NO?!) Black and white is very chic and modern and will likely enhance productivity because of its bright cleanliness. So here’s the map out of our moodboard above: First, we have the sleek and comfortable Ergo Office Modern Black Mesh Executive Office Chair accompanied by the Jordan Desk. The office is lit by the… -
Recreate This HGTV Look
24 Jan 2012 | 10:03 amWhile browsing through Pinterest one day last week, I came across this modern kitchen and living area on HGTV.com designed by Lori Dennis. It is colorful and cozy, and easy to recreate with items found at Inmod. Let’s take a look: Starting with the kitchen, all we need are three of the Dolce Pendant Lamps in green gloss and four Tickle Barstools in green. Accessorize the counter with a clear Bettie Glass Vase and some fresh flowers. For the living room, bring in two Matrix Double Cushion Sofa Beds and adorn them with a few Fold Bedding Camel Multistrip Pillows. Then place the Calligaris… -
The Year of the Dragon
23 Jan 2012 | 9:03 amAdelaide Dragon Sculpture Today – January 23, 2012 – marks the beginning of the Chinese New Year. For the next 15 days, the Chinese New Year will be celebrated with food and festivities to ensure the year is full of good fortune. This year is the year of the Dragon, which is an important year in the Chinese zodiac. According to this article, “The Dragon is larger than life and its appearance means that big things are to come. The Year of the Dragon is a flowing river, not a stagnant lake, so things happen quickly earlier in the year. The Dragon marks progression,…
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Tips for Choosing New Kitchen Doors
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How to Decorate a Japanese Bedroom
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How to Clean Light Fixtures and Chandeliers
4 Jan 2012 | 4:35 amLight fixtures and chandeliers tend to accumulate dust and dirt over a period of time.... more » -
Decorating With Feng Shui
4 Jan 2012 | 4:14 amThe ancient Chinese art of placement is termed as Feng Shui. The ancient Chinese method... more » -
Decorating Your Bedroom for Christmas
3 Jan 2012 | 3:14 amA personal feel of the Christmas holiday can be achieved by decorating your own bedroom... more »
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Anothur Decor Facebook...do you like me?
28 Jan 2012 | 12:29 amOh hello!Well I just started a Facebook page for Anothur Decor! Over the next few days I will continue to build the page and begin posting. Feel free to to friend me! And be sure and tell your friends about the new Facebook page and blog. I really want to help create a community of people who have an interest in home decor and to have an open forum to share, discuss and inspire.Click the Facebook Badger to the Right!Good Day!--D. Charles -
Learn It...Live It!
12 Jan 2012 | 8:22 pmOh hello!One of my objectives for this blog is to share my learning experience in home decor and design. I feel that there is always something new to learn, experience and live everyday! I'm in process of developing small "teaching" series within the next few weeks. These "Learn it...Live it!" series will explore the history, logic and application of home design. As I learn the principles of design I will share them with you the reader. If you have questions or a particular subject that you would like to know more about email me dayvidcharles@gmail.com. -
True American Picker...Collections of Americana
1 Jan 2012 | 12:54 pmOh Hello!"One man's trash in another man's treasure." Is a comon quote that is perfectly depicted in the new show, American Pickers. This show is about the adventures and great finds that two antique store owners have while they travel around the country for "new" items for their store. Before there was an American Picker TV show, my friend, Al was a self proclaimed "picker" for many, many years. He has been collecting, restoring and selling incredible items! Al has an extensive and amazing collection of Americana, much of which he… -
Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree
21 Dec 2011 | 10:12 pmOh Hello!What is the most magical element in a room or an area this time of year? Is it the sound of bells? Decorations? Maybe food?! Well I think the Christmas Tree is the most magical. They are not just beautiful but they tell and convey a story. They induce memories and excite even the “Grinches” of Christmas. Be it a traditional evergreen or a tinsel tree or even a Charlie Brown Christmas tree, they all add the essence of the holidays. I’ve had several readers submit their photos of their Christmas trees this year. They… -
Nutty for Nutcrackers!
14 Dec 2011 | 10:55 pmOh Hello,I recently visited a friend that has an amazing collection of nutcrackers! All different sizes, characters and styles from around the world. He has been collecting nutcrackers for many years and has a collection of 48 so far. Below are some photos of some his most valuable nutcrackers! Many of them are the beautiful German handcrafted Steinbachs! http://www.steinbachnutcracker.com Every year when he purchases a new Steinbach he places the date on the bottom for reference. This collection is amazing! Each nutcracker is in mint condition and is…
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Cabinet Jewelry
27 Jan 2012 | 12:04 pmMy mother in law once referred to cabinet hardware as jewelry for your cabinets and she was so right. Special cabinet hardware, like buttons on a suit, can make a piece of furniture truly unique and reinforce your “style” statement. I am drawn to cabinet hardware like a designer to fabric or women to shoes. I buy it with no idea of where exactly I am going to use it but I am always glad I have it when just the right piece of furniture comes along. Here’s some cabinet hardware that is bound to add personality to any cabinet. Cost Plus World Market – Green round ceramic floral… -
Celebrity Baby Nursery
26 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amWe all want to know the design secrets of the stars and what the inside of their stylish homes look like. We imagine celebrities having an over the top style, but I recently stumbled upon a celebrity’s nursery with a style and personality I think we can all identify with. Let’s take a peek into the nursery of Saturday Night Live star Rachel Dratch. According to People Magazine, she struggled with space limitations for her son Eli’s nursery. With a one bedroom New York apartment and a surprise baby on the way she enlisted Nate Berkus to help her with her design needs. Check out the… -
Quick Kitchen Makeover
25 Jan 2012 | 1:06 pmFor those of you that love to spend time in the kitchen, it’s natural to want to create a space that’s warm and inviting. For some reason, the kitchen always seems to be the space where guests gather, because after all, they do say the kitchen is the heart of a home. So, maybe you’re in the mood for a little kitchen makeover? Here are a few simple ways to add some fun and style to your kitchen that will make you want to hang out there more often! Design Sponge Adding an area rug helps to bring color and interest as well as defining the space. Plus, it’s just more cozy… -
8 Steps to Decorating Shelves and Bookcases
24 Jan 2012 | 11:01 amSometimes the task of accessorizing shelving or bookcases can seem a little daunting. There are so many questions: what items to use, is this enough or too much, is it okay to group these items together, and are these items too big or too small? Well here are a few tips and photos to help you the next time you are facing an empty bookcase in need of some accessories. Group like items together, objects with similar color, shape, theme or texture. This will help create unity. Display objects that mean something to you, treasures from your travels, framed family photos, or one of your… -
Twice the Style & Slumber
23 Jan 2012 | 3:00 amI love the look of twin beds side by side in a room. Not only are you making the most of your space, but you also get to make double the impact with your design. Now, I know these photos are for young children and not “tots”, but it’s never too early to get some ideas because they’re not going to stop growing! Below are some fun and stylish kids’ bedrooms that double up on design. House Beautiful Pinterest Full House Blog Things That Inspire Less Than Perfect Life of Bliss Full House Blog Restoration Hardware, Baby & Child Pinterest…
