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I’m no designer, but if I had been, I believe tween and teen rooms are the most enjoyable to decorate. They lend themselves to experimentation: playing patterns, analyzing offbeat colours, blending quirky finds. Yet there’s a line between fashionable hangout Read More
Sine waves, mathematical waves used to record cyclical events such as sound waves and visible light, make a beautifully simple repeating S shape. These four Italian and Canadian designers took such straightforward curves and additional holes to give them life. Read More
When I was little, among the first family rules I consumed was never , ever to write on the walls, a rule I broke as soon as I mastered printing in kindergarten. I can still remember the look on my Read More
Thinking back to Christmases past, my mind always goes to my grandparents’ home: a warm and relaxing jumble of colors, decorations and gifts galore. I adored visits to Grandpa’s when I was a young child, but I realize now that Read More
Whether you want some extra character on your kitchen or a durable and guilt-free countertop that does not involve mining or petroleum-based resins, countertops made from recycled glass with cement may be right for you. Keep reading to learn more Read More
What it is: Tuscan style evokes the spirit of the Italian countryside: inky cypress trees, weathered farmhouses, vineyards backlit by floral sun. Built on rural customs and native materials, it whispers of heart, history and homeyness. Why it works: The Read More
Corrugated galvanized iron (CGI) is sheet metal formed into ridges and hollows, which increases its rigidity. The procedure for galvanizing coats the iron with zinc to keep rust at bay. Stuart Sampley Architect Most people picture shed roofing when they Read More
Last autumn, trendspotters noticed the resurgence of nailhead trim, a classic detailing technique. Sure enough, it’s made its presence known on a variety of pieces seen in the market since. Nailhead trim accents pieces with an urban, edgy flair, giving Read More
Discover the latest in modern art at the largest art fair of Istanbul. Learn what is new in sustainable construction at Ecobuild in Washington D.C. Or pick up a handmade present at Chicago’s DIY Trunk Show or San Francisco’s Bazaar Read More
Thought of the Week: Intelligent DIY Wall Art
There’s so much to appreciate in Kyle and Lauren Zerbey’s modern Seattle house, but one easy-to-replicate detail that struck many readers was that this leaf-like installation. Can you guess what it is made out of? Studio Zerbey Architecture + Design Read More