With the latest rise in the number of people working from home, creating a cozy and productive office space is more important than ever. Even without the current global situation, there has been an uptick in remote work to the tune of 400% since 2010, according to research. Ergonomic solutions have become an important factor […]
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The home is where the heart is — and where much of the U.S. population will be spending its time in the near future. While staying-in might not be the most appealing option, now is the perfect time to make your home as comfortable and welcoming as possible. Not only will this benefit you financially, […]
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While every design movement has had a signature force shaping it, mid-century modernism and its driving force of functionality is easily the most recognizable. As the prevalent design inspiration and trend characterizing the 1950s and postwar America, mid-century modernism embraced the austerity that was driving the design landscape. Mid-century modernism incorporated beautiful graphics alongside graceful, […]
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Designing a space that flows well and captures your personality can be difficult, especially when there’s a single aspect of the decor that doesn’t seem to work. One of the most common areas people experience this problem? The bedroom. You may have found a gorgeous comforter and the perfect rug to accent your gleaming hardwood […]
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The translation of the German “Bauhaus” as “building house” speaks not only to the school’s associations with architecture but also to its principles of simplicity and functionality. The Bauhaus School, an art and design program founded in Germany in 1919, celebrates 100 years of influencing art, design, teaching practices, and even hairdressing. One of its […]
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The next time you pick up a can opener to open soup, take a moment to consider the colors of the can, its machined shape, the uniformity of the print. Is this art? Andy Warhol asked this question during a period we call Mid-Century Modern, loosely the mid-1940s to late 1960s. Warhol and his fellow […]
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Though the Bauhaus as an institute lasted just 14 years, its far-reaching influence continues to impact artists, architects, and art enthusiasts today. And within the Bauhaus movement, few artists were able to rival Herbert Bayer, the Austrian-American whose works in photography, painting, graphic design, and sculpture continue to influence art and popular culture. Who Was […]
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Managing any kind of home interior design project can be a blast. It can sometimes be hard for people to find inspiration, though. If you’re lucky enough to be inspired by the sweet world of pastel colors, then there are all sorts of strategies that you may want to consider. Integrating pastels into an existing […]
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Your home is supposed to be a place to relax and unwind. That’s the reason that you should do anything you can to create a space that’s inviting and pleasant. How can you achieve that? You can achieve that by concentrating on interior design techniques that promote ample warmth. If you want your residence to […]
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Vastu Shastra, in a nutshell, is a kind of architectural concept that hails from the South Asian nation of India. It means “science of architecture” and has been around since ancient times. If you want to figure out layout matters for your interior space, then it may be in your best interest to look into […]
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