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Brutalism – does it work for interior design (Vogue)
Khaite held its fall 2023 runway show in SoHo, where models weaved in and out of Richard Serra-esque industrial metal sculptures. The flagship was designed by Griffin Frazen, who wanted to create a setting where his wife’s aesthetic vision would be uncompromised by its surroundings.Read More →
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What is traditional Interior Design? (Architectural Digest)
Traditional interior design is a style that began in Europe between the 18th and 19th centuries. Classic, elegant, timeless, and formal are words that describe it. It takes ideas from this time in history and reinterprets them in a modern way, making a polished and well-curated home that feels timeless and has no expiration date.…
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How Cubicles and the Open-Plan Office Came to Be
Open-plan offices did not work out as well as their utopian creators had hoped, leading to the shift back to cubicles or pods to increase employee productivity and well-being. READ MORERead More →
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Alastair J.F. Morton (1910 – 1963) 🇬🇧 British textile manufacturer and 🎨 painter
Morton joined his family’s Morton Sundour Fabrics in 1931 and oversaw the company’s first screen-printed fabrics. He was the artistic director and principal designer of Edinburgh Weavers in Carlisle, which was established in 1928 as Morton Sundour’s creative design unit from 1932 to 1935. From the 1930s, he was a supporter of the Modern movement,…
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Charles Pfister (1938 – 1990) American interior designer
Charles Pfister (1939 to 1990) was an American interior and furniture designer and architect. He was professionally active in San Francisco.Read More →
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Midcentury Modern: 15 Interior Design Ideas
Master midcentury modern design principles with this simple and snappy interior design handbook. Do you love rich and vibrant timeless design? Are you on a budget and planning a new project based on this hot trend? Are you excited to find out how to create the midcentury modern look for your home, hotel or motel?Read…
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Modern Interior Design – a guide
The modernism movement began to unfold as it moved away from using the traditional building and design materials like wood, stone and brick and instead began to focus on industrial materials including glass, steel and concrete.Read More →
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The Interior Design Handbook Kindle Edition
Frida Ramstedt, a design consultant, owns Scandinavia’s most popular interior design blog. In The Interior Design Handbook she reveals the secrets of effective interior design and styling in this book to help you design a home that suits your space, taste, and lifestyle.Read More →
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Kurt Versen (1901 – 1997), Swedish lighting designer
In the 1940s and 1950s, executed many assignments from architects for flexible lighting appropriate to Modern interiors.Read More →
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Dorothy Draper (1889 – 1969) American interior designer
Dorothy Draper (1889 – 1969) was an American interior designer. She was born in Tuxedo Park, New York. Draper’s upper-crust upbringing, Tuxedo Park was one of the first gated communities in the United States. Dorothy’s parents were part of an old New England family with longstanding social connections. Dorothy’s childhood was spent playing in high-ceilinged…
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8 Interior Design Trends from 1966
The 1960s was a period of rediscovery in interior design – an opportune reawakening to the merits of forgotten favourites that were abandoned, perhaps not because they had become cliches. Interior Designers returned to past design, materials and ideas not because they evoked nostalgia but solely because they are good and contribute something of value…
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The 10 Best Bar Stools for socialising
Bar stools are comfortable, use space well, have unique styles, and offer more ways to make a home feel like a home. READ MORERead More →
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Robert Bonfils (1886 – 1972) French Graphic Artist
Born in Paris, Robert Bonfils was a French graphic artist, painter, and designer. He studied at the École Germain-Pilon in 1903 and at the École Nationale des Beaux-Arts in Paris in 1906. He worked for Henri Hamm, a furniture designer. His work included paintings, bookbindings, ceramics for Sèvres, Bianchini-Frerier silk, wallpaper and interior design layouts.…
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Kaare Klint (1888 – 1954) Danish furniture designer
Kaare Klint – Danish furniture designer. The Danes were greatly influenced by Germany’s Bauhaus movement in the early part of the twentieth century. Read More →
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1950s bathroom designed by Marcel Breuer
This classic mid-century interior is roomy, with clay tile countertops designed to take suds, wear and water. The clay tile tub and recessed shelf, dramatically reflected in the mirrored storage wall, are sparkling and bright.Read More →
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John Eberson (1875 – 1954) American Designer famous for the atmospheric theatre
John Eberson was an american designer who was known for his cinema décors. One of his earliest, the 1923 Majestic Theatre in Houston, Texas, was a loosely recreated garden of a late-Renaissance palazzo in Italy. Through his workshop Michelangelo Studios, he was was successful at producing elaborate plasterwork for his theatre décors in Spanish, Moorish,…
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Emeco and Naoto Fukasawa introduce “Za”
The name “Za” was chosen by Naoto Fukasawa, an industrial designer from Tokyo, and it means “a place to sit” in Japanese. It is a term that alludes to the multi-functionality of a simple stool that can be used anywhere, indoors and outdoors, an object that people will intuitively choose to sit on.Read More →
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Kwok Hoi Chan (1939 – 1987) Chinese architect and interior designer
Interior design projects included furniture for Air India and the IBM offices in Hong Kong. 1966-68, Chan worked in a design studio, London, contributing to the interiors of the ocean liner Queen Elizabeth II. He subsequently, designed for Spectrum, the Netherlands. Read More →
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Eero Aarnio (b. 1932 ) Finnish interior and industrial designer
Finnish designer Eero Aarnio (b. 1932) is a great innovator of twentieth-century furniture. His plastic chairs from the 1960s are pop culture icons that continue to be in demand, which is why Aarnio Originals began manufacturing them again in 2017 after launching at the Stockholm Furniture Fair.Read More →
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Brian O’Rorke (1901 – 1974) New Zealand architect and interior designer
Brian O’Rorke was a New Zealand architect and interior designer. He was professionally active in Britain. He studied architecture, Cambridge University and Architectural Association, London. His style was uncompromisingly Modern. The 1932 music room he designed for Mrs Robert Solomon in London included a swirl-motif rug by Marion Dorn. Read More →
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Best Of Indian Home Window Grill Design
Windows are an introduction to the world beyond. They are an invincible part of any home since it brings in air, sunlight, views, sounds that could be music to ears or noise to irritate, weather… inside the house to make and keep it fresh and vibrant. More the windows better ventilated is the home. Moreover, windows…
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11 Spaces With A Bohemian Twist (reblog)
One of the biggest interior design trends of the year is adding a bohemian twist to your current décor. Bohemian décor has an easy breezy aesthetics to it yet packs a big punch due to the vivid colors used. Here are a few ways to incorporate a bohemian twist to any space in your home.Read…
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SHIFT: A Flexible Shelf System by LAYER for Kvadrat
What happens when Benjamin Hubert’s LAYER partners with upcycled textile maker Really? An extremely clever, flexible shelving system for textile manufacturer Kvadrat called SHIFT. The wall system quickly goes from a flat acoustic panel to a display shelf in seconds making it perfect for retail spaces, exhibitions, or openings when display areas need to be…
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Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886 – 1969) German architect and designer
Between 1905 and 1907, he worked as an apprentice to architect and furniture designer Bruno Paul in Berlin, where he studied wooden furniture design. He created furniture for all of his early homes, including the Werner residence.Read More →
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Sibyl Colefax (1875 – 1950) British collector and interior designer
At Onslow Square and Argyll House, she opened salons. Lady Oxford, Lady Asquith, Lady Cunard, and Lady Ottoline Morrell were her rivals as hostess. She continued to entertain on a small scale at her house, Lord North Street, London, after her husband Arthur Colefax died in 1936.Read More →
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10 Creative Ideas for Dining Room Walls
Black dining room walls create a dramatic color palette. Image: Ramsey Interiors Our dining room walls are the one space in our home that gives us creative license to do something totally unexpected. Even the tiniest of dining rooms can handle patterned wallpaper and dark wall colors Read More →
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A Colourful Retro ‘Funkis’ Home in Norway (reblog)
Green and pink accents are popping up everywhere this year – which makes me so happy, since it’s one of my favourite combinations – are you a fan too? We’ve seen everything from the darkest green and emerald to sage green and soft grey-green combined with subtle powder and dusty rose hues.Read More →
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Andrés Reisinger’s Explorative, Pastel 3D Renderings
Barcelona-based multidisciplinary graphic designer Andrés Reisinger renders still lifes, interiors and design objects in 3D with a clean, modern aesthetic.Read More →
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Green & Greenery Styled Together in a Cute Apartment
I love the color green. It might be my favorite color. I use the word might. Is it strange that I am not definitive on my favorite color? I know I love the use of green in home decor or room design. I know that if I had to pick between green and blue…I think…
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Andrée Putnam (1925 – 2013) French Interior Designer
Andrée Putman was a French interior designer, furniture designer, and entrepreneur. She was born in Paris. Putman was probably best known internationally for her black and white palette, illustrated by the 1985 interior of Morgans Hotel in New York. It was commissioned by the entrepreneurs Ian Schrager and Steve Rubell.Read More →
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Oliver Messel (1904 – 1978) British theatre, film and interior designer
He met Rex Whistler at the Slade, with whom he began making papier-maché masks. These piqued the interest of Sergei Diaghilev, who commissioned Messel to create masks for the Ballets Russes production Zéphyre et Flore in 1925. For his 1928 play This Year of Grace, Noel Coward commissioned sets and costumes.Read More →
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Foam Furniture Collection Inspired By Meteorite Pieces
This unique foam furniture is inspired by meteorites and is painted bold to add impact to the space Celestial theme is very popular now, various celestial bodies are incorporated into home and event decor. If you are looking for a non-traditional and bold way to add such trendy touches to your home decor, we have…
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15 Beautiful DIY Rug Ideas That Anyone Can Make
A beautiful rug can add some color and softness that will break the monotony of the pretty boring surface of the floor. There are many awesome rug designs that are very creative and are a nice addition to any room. But we are not talking about rugs that you can buy from the store.Read More…
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A new era for African Designer Donald Nxumalo
Donald Nxumalo, one of the bright lights of the 2018 Design Joburg, has announced the renaming of his company. Previously known as DNX, Donald Nxumalo will now be known simply as Donald Nxumalo. Donald Nxumalo will be the brand’s name and the monogram will be DNX. The explanation for this shift is that people are…
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Magnolia House by William Dewson
A century old home by early twentieth century architect Hamilton Townsend in Toronto’s characteristic Rosedale neighbourhood. In 2016, it was revived by architect William Dewson , who has done comparable work to Townsend’s Rosedale homes for over a decade.Read More →
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Clean and Elegant Kitchen Designs
Clean and Elegant Kitchen Designs From kitchen makeovers, to new builds, Becki Owens passionate about the environments she create. Simple, clean, elegant are words that inspire her every day. — Melina DivaniRead More →
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A Cafe Entirely Decorated with Neons
If you are looking for an original and cosy cafe in London, have a tour at the God’s Own Junkyard, an entirely decorated with neons bar. For all the warm and kitsch deco lovers, this place will be an insolite experience. The owners, Chris & Linda Bracey, are neons collectioners since 40 years and they…
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Best Amateur Living Space: The Hunter Greenhouse – Catskills Mountains
The winner of the 2018 Remodelista Considered Design Awards Best Amateur Living/Dining space is Ely Franko, for his project The Hunter Greenhouse in the Catskills. His project was chosen as a finalist by guest judge Stephen Alesch , who had this to say: “What a perfect little hideout—full of surprise and compact good energy!Read More…
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4 Things My Tiny Apartment Taught Me
Call me crazy, but I’ve always imagined how much fun it would be to live in a tiny flat. Small, although not in the sense of a prison cell, but by American standards. Read More →
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S533 Cantilever Chair timeless elegance
Technology is transformed into furniture, and an eye-catching invention is transformed into a beautiful interior design product. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was the first to give the cantilever chair a light aesthetic and use curved lines to tie it to its surroundings.Read More →
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Nordiska Kök Bespoke Kitchen for Stylein Founder Elin Alemdar
Swedish kitchen company Nordiska Kök have created another beautiful kitchen, this time in collaboration with Scandinavian fashion brand Stylein . One of Sweden’s most beloved contemporary womenswear brands, it was nominated for Sweden’s most prestigious design award Guldknappen in 2017.Read More →
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12 Tips for The Best Kids Bathroom Decor
Even the greatest among us find it difficult to decorate a bathroom efficiently. You really need to think about the colours and textures you choose in such a large room so it looks designed but not overwhelming.Read More →
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Cozy kitchen with a vintage dining table
Cozy kitchen with a vintage dining table How amazingly cozy and inviting does this kitchen look ? The all grey kitchen cabinets, combined with the marble counter top and the white tiling on the wall has a rather minimal and fresh look.Read More →
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A Wide Open Kitchen in Pistachio Green – Swedish Design 🇸🇪
In collaboration with Swedish fashion label Stylein, Nordiska Kök has created this open plan kitchen for the fashion label’s founder.Read More →
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The blackened kitchen 🧑🍳 | the best of Curated Design
DeVol has done it again with this beautiful black kitchen. called the ‘Chipping Norton Kitchen’ , its glamorous glossy black cupboards paired with those statement-making San Simone Quartzite worktops and beautiful hints of warm brass and copper look so chic. devol took their simple Shaker cupboards and painted them in their Printer’s Black shade, deep…
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My Creative Space: How to Design Your Home to Stimulate Ideas and Spark Innovation
For over twenty years, scientists have been discovering connections between physical space and the creative mind. Written by a noted architect, My Creative Space is the first book to turn this rich trove of psychological research into practical techniques for shaping your home for maximum creativity.Read More →
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Ini Archibong’s debut collection for Sé explores delicacy and strength
The series, also known as Collection IV by the brand, was released over a two-year period. It is the Nigerian American designer’s first collaboration with Sé and his most extensive furniture collection to date.Read More →
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The Atra Armchair Continues the Indoor/Outdoor Furniture Trend
Atra has ergonomic sitting with ventilated perforated back and side regions, as well as a wide, curved design. The armchairs are stackable and the seat is easy to clean. The materials utilised to create Atra – 100 percent recyclable polypropylene and fibreglass – are weather-resistant.Read More →
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Walter Gropius, Lighting fixture in the Director’s office 💡
It was a lighting fixture of tubular bulbs wired through thin aluminium tubes. These lights were part of the interior decoration of the Bauhaus Building.Read More →
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What was the Purpose of Saloon Doors? 👩🌾
People may want to instal saloon doors for a variety of reasons. These doors are not weatherproof, but they serve as a symbolic barrier that urges people to pause before entering a building, room, or area. The clear view above the doors allows individuals on both sides to see what’s going on, which can be…
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4 Decorating Mistakes You May Not Even Realise You’re Making 🤭
Decorating — that is, making your home the best it can be in terms of aesthetic. Decorating is a skill, not a science, and it can be challenging to master. Even the most well-intentioned designers make mistakes, and sometimes they’re blunders you’re not even aware of. Ask yourself if you’re making one of these five…
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Girly Feminine Pink Chair Furniture Designs 🌸
The gentle tones wonderfully complement the comfy cushions, creating what the designer refers to as “uterine sensuality.” Memory foam is used to make the pillows, which reminds us of safety, rest, and the future in keeping with the design’s maternal motif. The base is composed of polished aluminium and is uneven in shape, much like…
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Rules For Picking a Coffee Table (+ 105 of Our Favorites for Every Space)
The coffee table is the centrepiece of the room. So useful, yet so often overlooked. Sofas get all the attention in the living room, and they certainly keep us comfy. The coffee table, on the other hand, is the living room’s workhorse.Read More →
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Porcelain Bowls Made with Balloons
Guy Van Leemput, a porcelain artist and mathematician, crafts exquisite ceramic bowls using air filled balloons. He achieves precisely round vases, gracefully finished with detailed parts to produce insolite and delicate design pieces, by allowing the material to flow on the balloon.Read More →
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Beautifully Balanced Más Table Lamps – Korean Design
Studio Más, known for designing products and furniture that are simple yet unique, released their Lamp Más in 2018. Created especially for the 2018 Young Retro Seoul Design Festival, Lamp Más was inspired by analogical behaviour and retro-like colour and shape and designed to have a beautiful balance between the pull switch and the lamp…
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Credenza – Simple and Understated Storage
Rhys Cooper, an Australian designer, created Credenza, a minimalist credenza. The Credenza is a simple, modest storage solution with minimally designed cabinetry construction and a solid wood display surface.Read More →
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A Chair Inspired by French Ruelle
In French La Ruelle means little street – a tiny enclave of intimacy, friendliness and marketplace variety. Read More →
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Mona Lisa Clock – Antique of the Future
Mona Lisa Clock – Antique of the Future which features a close-up photo of the famous face.Read More →
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Distinctly retro furniture by Masquespacio
Because of the studio’s trademark lively aesthetic, its hospitality and retail fit-outs are the stuff of design bloggers and Instagrammers’ dreams.Read More →
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Dwell and Gear Patrol detail the Wassily Chair and Bertoia Diamond Chair
The chair shown in Dwell is the Wassily Chair. Inspired by a bicycle frame’s functional design, apprentice Marcel Bruer reduced the classic club chair to its elemental lines and planes using tubular steel.Read More →
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Modern Americana (Hardcover)
Do-it-yourself décor inspired by iconic patterns, classic fabrics, sentimental items, and the Americana style.Read More →
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The Principles of Pretty Rooms
Beloved interior designer Phoebe Howard shares her style secrets for creating truly pretty rooms filled with grace and charmRead More →
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Patina Homes Kindle Edition
For anyone who has loved the Giannetti books about Patina Farm, this book continues the aesthetic in a variety of styles.Read More →
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Design the Home You Love: Practical Styling Advice to Make the Most of Your Space
Since interior design can be intimidating, many of us never attempt to design our own homes. Havenly creators Lee Mayer and Emily Motayed break down the ambiguous world of home design in Design the Home You Love. You’ll first learn how to define your style (whether you prefer Parisian Modern or California Casual) and then…
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A Scandinavian Lakeside Cabin in Warm Ochre and Neutral Hues
I’m sure you know (I do talk about it ad nauseam after all – bahRead More →
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Barware – Everything you need
Barware – Everything you need. With our selection of barware, you can create an authentic bar experience at home.Read More →
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Robert Yorke Goodden (1909-2002) British architect and designer
He was in private practice since 1932. Wallpapers, domestic machine-pressed glassware for Chance Bros., 1953 coronation hangings for Westminster Abbey, gold and silverwares, ceremonial metalwork, glassware for King’s College, Cambridge, 1961 metal-foil murals for the oceanliner Canberra, engraved and sandblasted glass murals for Pilkington. Read More →
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Designer chooses humble life in Shanghai – SHINE News
Aldo Cibic, a significant figure in the history of Italian design for over 40 years,Read More →
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Lines, Swirls and Curves of Staircase Photography
These pictures by Christian Theile will certainly change your mind if you ever thought staircases were boring. While working in the field of neurobiology, Theile was drawn to the world of photography, landscapes and macro photography. But in his staircase photos, his passion (and talent) for capturing architecture is obvious: taken from above and below,…
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M-Coffee Table by Daniel Boddam
The proportions of the M-Coffee Table are determined by Le Corbusier ‘s modular man and the Golden Section. This table is a study in scale; conceived as a basic rectangular mass hollowed out to create architectural details at key points. Steps are carved from one corner and on the other is a ‘space’ which creates…
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Modern Rustic Hardcover Book
Rustic isn’t the same as it once was. The days of fusty dried flower arrangements, antlers over a stone fireplace, and acres of plaid are long gone.Read More →
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Everything: A Maximalist Style Guide
The style that embraces the all-out–beautiful color palettes, luxurious textiles, patterns, and embellishment–has made a comeback. Maximalism is the epitome of passion, one in which Scandi-style, stripped bare, and pared-back interiors have no place.Read More →
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The Finer Things: Timeless Furniture, Textiles, and Details
Quality matters. Just as a home’s foundation should be built to stand the test of time, so, too, should the furniture, objects, and elements of our rooms speak to an enduring sense of beauty and comfort. They should outlast trends and our loving day-to-day use. But how does one recognize quality and judge whether something…
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The insiders’ guide to the Sir Gio table
The Sir Gio table is distinguished by a high-tech central leg: the moulded plastic material provides high performance and stability to support the glass top. The table allows you to mix and match different coloured bases and tops to create a variety of looks.Read More →
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1950s Inspired Vimini Outdoor Furniture Collection
Patricia Urquiola called this collection Vimini because it means wicker in Italian and sounds like Bimini, an island. They used only the right amount of outdoor wicker with a rougher wooden frame. The design is well known that when you get close, it stirs your memory and makes you feel at home. That’s what it…
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Noguchi lamp an Akari light sculpture
In 1951, Isamu Noguchi visited the town of Gifu, Japan, known for its manufacture ofRead More →
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Forms Stackable Stool by Ookkuu
The Forms Stackable Stool features a lovely circle seat with a convenient stacking capability. Solid wood frame and plywood wood veneer seat.Read More →
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Hover minimalist stool by Tom Chung
Hover is a minimalist stool created by Toronto-based designer Tom Chung. Hover is a contemporary take on the mechanics’ stool. Designed for co-working spaces or cafe’s where one might need personal short-term storage space. The tray provides a surface for your bag, without having to place it on the floor or hanger.Read More →
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Astronaut Light – Houston there is no problem
This Astronaut Light made me laugh. Perfect bedside lamp, nightlight, or conversation piece; this unique lamp lets you reposition the astronaut to float around the moon at the base.Read More →
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Michel Péclard, stool, 1955. Beech and birch.
Michel Péclard, stool, 1955. Beech and birch. Made by Horgen-Glarus, Switzerland, from 1926 the firm produced wood furniture and they furnished the Swiss Pavillion, 1929-30.Read More →
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The Klapp Foldable High Chair – Coming Soon
Norway-based brand KAOS , known for their Scandinavian designs and affordable prices, is gearing up to launch their latest product, the Klapp designed in collaboration with product designer Ole Petter Wullum. Available in solid oak and oak veneer in three colourways, this high chair folds up into a slim profile for easy storage and features…
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Edgy NHRXJ Character Wall Tiles Of Concrete
Painting walls is a bit hacky, everybody does that. Want to stand out? Go for trendy wallpaper , try decorative panels, covers and much more. The option we are sharing today is right for those who want something catchy and creative and nothing typical and usual: these are gorgeous tiles of not a usual material.Read…
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Artist Turns Her Boring Toilet Into A Magical Place
Artist Roza Khamitova recently completed her latest series Shovava, which involved creating countless numbers of drawings and paintings. There were so many of them, they were barely fitting under her bed. So she decided to put them to use by transforming her toilet.Read More →
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If There’s Such a Thing as a Sexy Toilet Plunger, This is It
Toilet plungers are not something we tend to discuss. But, for sure, we want them to work and we sure hope there’s one accessible if we—horror!—happen to need one in someone else’s bathroom. (By the way, this post has some great tips for how to unclog a toilet, should you find yourself without a plunger).Read…
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Geometric Wallpapers add dimension, softness and layering effect
Modern geometric wallpapers give a light-hearted air to the living room, bedroom or guest room. Choosing a classy geometric wallpaper in black, blue, and silver looks great in a bathroom. Wallpaper adds a dimension that a plain coat of paint cannot. Rooms without a lot of soft surfaces – dining rooms and bathrooms, for example,…
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How medieval monks helped shape the modern-day office
From standing desks to open office plans, our modern workspaces have deep historical roots. The coronavirus pandemic has forced most people to create an office space of their own—whether by devoting a room in their homes for work, sitting socially distanced in common areas, or just creating a “Zoom worthy” corner in a bedroom.Read More…
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1920s Apartment Rejuvenated With Warm Shades Of Yellow
Yellow is one of the most cheerful and fun colours yet it’s rarely the main colour tone in interior design. That’s one of the reasons why we’re so excited to have come across this wonderful efficiency apartment from Stockholm, Sweden.Read More →
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A Dreamy 1962 Airstream Trailer Wallpapered with Florals
With easy, peaceful style and purposeful design, the International Travel Trailer earns its name everywhere you look. Ready to excite as well as comfort, it’s all about a fine balance that makes for the perfect adventure. That’s what the International is here for – a silver sanctuary to help you get back to what really…
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A Guide To The Perfect Rug Placement For Your Space
Snug as a bug in a rug… But where does one even put that rug? I’ve had a decade-long obsession with how rugs improve and basically make a room. Even a cheap as chips rug can tie a whole room together. But something that I’ve learnt in more recent years is that when it comes…
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5 DIY Home Decor Trends on Instagram During the Pandemic
Along with amateur bakers and say, amateur fashion tie dyers, one particular at-home persona has emerged amid the pandemic: amateur home designers. As we all collectively spend more time at home due to quarantine guidelines, more and more people have taken it upon themselves to redecorate their apartments and homes.Read More →
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This Paris Apartment is Only 194 Square Feet
When I saw the pictures of this apartment I immediately knew who the designer was, because only one person could make an apartment this small look this good. Parisian designer Marianne Evennou specializes in turning tiny apartments into tiny, perfect jewel boxes, and this little space, measuring a mere 18 square meters (or 194 square…
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Minimalist pendant lighting can illuminate your life
w181 Linier is a minimalist pendant created by Berlin-based designer Dirk Winkel for Wästberg . The w181 linier is a pendant luminaire that appears like a linear lamp at first sight, but its geometrically strict and minimalistic body actually houses a series of 256 ultra tight-packed individual optical systems, utilising a deep-recessed long linear lens with spot…
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Designer Profile: Louise Campbell – Scandinavian Rationalism and feminity
We have had a lot of Danish design recently, so it’s no surprise that we turn to Louise Campbell’s work. Born in Copenhagen to a Danish father and an English mother, Campbell inherited a ” combination of Scandinavian rationalism and femininity, ” which can be seen in its design of furniture and objects that emphasise…
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Room divider ideas – 8 ways to separate an open plan space
Finding room divider ideas that are just as stylish as they are functional, is often easier said than done. But, if you live in an open place space, maybe it’s a studio apartment or perhaps you have a kitchen and living room in one situation going on, you will know the importance of creating ‘zones’…
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Pastel Pink Crates Are Everywhere Right Now
As if Kmart Australia wasn’t painful enough, we Americans have yet another reason to envyRead More →
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9 ways to make your lounge room look bigger
A small space doesn’t necessarily mean you have to be cramped. Maybe there is not enough light; furniture doesn’t sit well, the layout isn’t right? How do you make a small room feel more spacious? With clever use of colour, furniture placing, space planning and lighting, your small space can feel as spacious as you…
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Small studio space in a warm color palette
This small one-room studio is decorated with lots of white combined with natural materials and warm colours like beige and ochre. This warm palette looks very inviting and unifies the style throughout the space. My favourite area must be the small white dining area with white bentwood chairs. Perfect for a morning coffee.Read More →
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London. A small but boldly coloured house
She has Italian design from the 1950s to the 1980s, with a special emphasis on Gio Ponti. A few Ikea pieces are on proud display, joined by vintage items found at flea markets and on eBay. Contemporary objects include a cushion by Nathalie Du Pasquier for Hay and a stool by Anton Alvarez. Read More…
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Otto Swivel Chair by Tim Webber Design Studio
The Otto Chair combines a sense of comfort, luxury and practicality into one small-footprint easy chair. The moulded foam seat shell wraps around you to create a chair that could be sat in for hours, be it in the office or at home. Read More →
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A Fearlessly Decorated Loft in a Restored Firehouse — House Tour
I love the idea of residing in a restored firehouse that is now used as a live/work art gallery that houses a group of creatives from different mediums!Read More →