Adding a home bar is a great idea for those that like to host social events. They provide you with a central gathering place where you can serve your guests beverages, hone your mixology skills, and even just simply unwind. However, a well-furnished bar is just as important as a functional one. And, while it […]
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A recent study by paint and coating manufacturing giant Sherwin Williams has concluded that the first thing most people notice when they enter a home is its color. This fact can present a challenge for home owners since color trends tend to change from one year to the next. For example, in 2017 there was […]
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Many of the designers whose works we feature on our site were directly inspired by nature. German-Austrian cabinet maker Michael Thonet, for example, is famous for finding a way to bend wood to be used in the design of his chairs. Other designers such as Mies van der Rohe and Eero Saarinen were also inspired […]
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Not quite a bed and not quite a chair, the chaise lounge is one piece of furniture that most people associate with elegance and style. Chaise lounges are both practical and indulgent which is why they have grown in popularity throughout the centuries. Many cultures and civilizations have shown a deep love for this luxuriant […]
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There are many design movements that were originally inspired by nature. That is because interior designers and architects have long recognized that mankind can never be completely separated from nature. Somewhere deep inside all of us is the need to stay connected with the outdoors. This is why it has become more and more common […]
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by John Watson
The Saarinen designed TWA Flight Center at JFK gets redeveloped into a hotel.
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