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Viva Magenta: The Color of the Year
Magenta is a vibrant hue known for inspiring many artists, designers, and creators. This fun choice is about to get even more popular! Read below to find out more ways to incorporate this uplifting color into your home. What Is the Color of the Year and Why Was It Chosen? Each year, Pantone divulges their […]
Categories: Design, Interior Design Trends, Tips • Tags: bauhaus, Bauhaus 2 Your House, Color Of The Year, home decor, interior design, modern classic furniture, Viva Magenta
The Enduring Popularity of Michael Thonet’s Bentwood Chairs
Few styles of furniture have a long-standing reputation like bentwood pieces. In fact, you’re likely to see this design whenever you go to popular bars or restaurants in your area. Read below to find out what makes bentwood items so incredibly iconic and unforgettable. What Is Bentwood Furniture? Bentwood furniture has a fascinating history behind […]
Categories: Art • Tags: bauhaus, Bentwood chair, home decor, interior design
The Bauhaus School Celebrates 100 Years of Innovative Design
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 […]
Categories: musings • Tags: bauhaus, bauhaus school, centennial, school of art
Herbert Bayer and His Artistic Contribution to the Bauhaus Movement
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 […]
Categories: Uncategorized • Tags: bauhaus, exterior design, home decor, home improvement
3 Interior Design Trends to Follow in 2019
The new year is around the corner, and it’s time for resolutions. If your resolution is to spruce up your living space, you’ve come to the right place. Interior design has seen some drastic shifts in 2018 that are likely to lead to some bold and exciting trends in 2019. There are three interior […]
Categories: musings, Tips • Tags: bauhaus, Bauhaus 2 Your House, coffee table, interior design, Isamu Noguchi, minimalism, noguchi
The Evolution of the Egg Chair
When Arne Jacobsen first embarked on the concept of the renown Egg Chair, he was in his garage at home, trying to come up with a unique chair design for the Radisson SAS hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark. Although it was designed in 1958, it is noted for its futuristic, space-age appearance. To date, the Egg […]
Categories: Uncategorized • Tags: arne jacobsen, bauhaus, Bauhaus 2 Your House, egg chair, modern classic, modern classic furniture
Ludwig van der Rohe: The Architecture of a 20th Century Artist
Many of the designer’s whose works we feature on our site are individuals whose talents were so great that they could not be contained within a single field. Take the extraordinary 20th century designer Ludwig van der Rohe whose furniture we showcase on our site. While Mies van der Rohe furniture is known the world […]
Categories: Notes • Tags: barcelona lounge, bauhaus, Bauhaus 2 Your House, Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona, modern classic furniture
Tips for Party Proofing Your Furniture
There are few things as American as a good old fashioned summer house party. They are an excellent way to celebrate special occasions, to bond with old acquaintances and begin new friendships. Summer parties also happen to present an excellent way to show off your home furnishings. However, here is where the difficult part can […]
Categories: Tips • Tags: barcelona lounge, bauhaus, Le Corbusier, Le Corbusier chaise, le Corbusier table, modern classic furniture, saarinen table, Saarinen Tulip Table, tulip table
Home Décor Color Trends 2018
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 […]
Categories: Tips • Tags: ashtray, barcelona lounge, bauhaus, Bauhaus 2 Your House, Bentwood chair, corbusier, dining table, Eileen Gray