Creating a Room with a Theme without Creating a Theme Park

Posted on Jun 17, 2011Jun17
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When it comes to interior design, I’m mostly about clean lines, and I generally like to emphasize texture over pattern. I tread carefully when it comes to creating a overarching theme because the result can be a bit tacky or “Disney” like. But there are acceptable exceptions (in my opinion). Themed decors can certainly work…Read More
Photo from House Beautiful
leslie fine nautical theme 2
Photo by Michael J Lee Photograpy

Discarded Wrought Iron and Wood are Reborn as [Beyt]

Posted on Jun 12, 2011Jun12
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I recently wrote about some furniture pieces that were inspired by architecture. This time, I want to show you a wonderful line of lamps, tables, candle holders and other accessories that ARE architecture – well, they are actually created from bits of architecture. The [Beyt] Collection from 2B Design are made from discarded old wrought iron balustrades,…Read More
Mai Table Lamp by 2B Design
Candle holder FLEUR by 2B Design
Table Lamp Losange by 2B Design

Furniture Inspired by Architecture

Posted on Jun 9, 2011Jun9
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In the world of design and architecture, inspiration comes from everywhere – for example, from nature, from our travels and from our general life experiences.  Often, we enjoy design and architecture although we may not know exactly what inspired the creation. But, I recently came across some wonderful furniture pieces that were directly influenced and…Read More
Berlin Credenza by Tina Roeder and David Krings
From a Lost City Workbench by Christian Vivanco
Eiffel Sidetable by Leonardo Design

Finding an Attractive Ceiling Fan Isn’t Always a Breeze

Posted on May 19, 2011May19
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With growing concerns about the environment and high utility bills, ceiling fans have made a comeback – even in beautifully appointed homes and offices. And here in Massachusetts, for much of the year, it’s actually nice to stir up a little breeze for those in between times between winter and summer when using air conditioning…Read More
Stella Ceiling Fan from Modern Fan Company
Photo from Design Within Reach Catalog
Photo from Luxe Interiors + Design

Candles With Natural Inspirations for Earth Hour

Posted on Mar 25, 2011Mar25
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In my previous post, I suggested you take part in Earth Hour. The WWF (World Wildlife Fund) is asking individuals and businesses to turn off all non-essential lights for one hour Saturday evening, March 26 at 8:30pm. This means an hour (or longer) of candlelight on Saturday. Not a bad way to spend the evening…Read More
From Black+Blum
From gnr8.biz
From Revision Design Studio

Go Dark Saturday at 8:30 pm

Posted on Mar 24, 2011Mar24
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earth-hour-dublin-four-seasons-thumb2011 Earth Hour takes place this Saturday. This event started just four years ago in Sydney, Australia, and it has grown each year, spreading to communities around the world. Last year’s Earth Hour was the largest ever with individuals and business in 128 countries and territories taking part. It’s organized by the WWF (World Wildlife…Read More
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