Archive for June, 2009
It’s time for another round of inspirational kitchens:
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Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 26 June, 2009
It is traditionally the case to look upon a room with a sloped ceiling with a grimly determined set jaw and a sad heart. We look these spaces as flawed, in need of massive aid, and even once that’s done our hearts hang heavy because these rooms will perpetually be the redheaded stepchild of our gorgeous design.
It doesn’t have to be this way. In words of someone annoying, turn that frown upside down and view the sloped ceiling as a tremendous opportunity to create the focal point of all focal points. Doing it this way you’re sure to end up with a room your as proud of, if not more proud of, than all the rest.
Just look at the options we found online in our foray for proof to match our preaching! A child’s room can be turned into a veritable wonderland replete with rainbows and seating units to rival anything found in Alice’s Wonderland. Children aren’t alone, an adult’s bedroom can become just as wonderful, presenting a unique opportunity to showcase natural fibers and unique textiles alike.
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Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 26 June, 2009
The Clea table lamp from Marset is the fruit of the combination of the latest pop art trends and 21st century innovations in materials. It’s on special now for $254.
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Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 25 June, 2009
Fiducia means faith or confidence in Latin – this group of candlesticks and vases cannot stand alone, but only gain their function from being joined together – the strong magnets that link them bestow stability and flexibility.
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 25 June, 2009
Take a Swedish Hotel, two hot stuff new architects, and a construction permit, and what do you get? The Nordic Light Hotel, of course! Assigned the title of one of the premiere Design Hotels since its inception, this stunning creation was designed by Jans Soder and Lars Pihl. Nordic Light’s design puts a real emphasis on sparseness and restraint set off against a rich lighting palate and a killer sound system in its bar and Lobby. Not only a hot place to stay, they offer incredible deals to travelers – stay two nights, and they’ll deduct 20% from the cost of your next stay! Be sure to check it out!
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Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 25 June, 2009
The new colorful outdoor furniture collection by Slide, here are some of our favorites:
Koncord by Karim Rashid
Blos by Karim Rashid
Rap by Karim Rashid
Secret by Rosaria Rattin
Fizzz by Gianni Arnaudo
Pure by Lab 81
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Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 25 June, 2009
Living with “Green” makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. Metaphys’s planters are the replacement for flowers and plants that would normally need lots of attention. Keep it moist all the time by watering every day. Water the seeds sparingly until the first sprout appears in a week or two. It grows up to 40cm – 50cm in the temperature over 20 degrees (Celsius) or 68 degrees (Fahrenheit) which is the normal room temperature. All the Metaphys’s planters come with orchard grass seeds and water retention agent. Once it grows, you can cut it so that the surface of the plants will be even.
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 24 June, 2009
Modern storage unit with light wood veneer outer by Blu Dot for Urban Outfitter.
The price tag is $548. Not Bad!
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Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 24 June, 2009
” …I call it “New Retro-Futurism”, mix of retro design with futuristic and advanced elements. I think that the future of design is in our past experience and heritage covered with nowadays technologies. I’m a keeper of traditional creative approaches but with the very contemporary way of thinking and using of technology. If you share my vision and my way of thinking, do not hesitate to contact me…” - Dzmitry Samal
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Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 24 June, 2009
Here’s the big secret no one in the fan industry wants you to know : Fans don’t cool a room. After all – less big secret coming your way – fans are not air conditioners. This is not to say they’re worthless, quite the opposite! In fact, the reasons fan make you feel cooler is because they actually remove moisture from the skins surface, causing you to feel cooler. And if that weren’t enough of a benefit, they also can look absolutely beautiful – and we all know how much I heart art. With fans, there’s innovation happening all the time – take a look at Fanaway.com’s fan with retractable blades – ideal for the consumer who wants their cool air felt not seen. I’m a sucker for modernism (common knowledge) and this angular conception by modern fan is a real beauty. I’m also a fan – pun absolutely intended of this stunner by Fanimation. It’s funky futuristic feel make it a fresh addition to the not-so-fresh room of your choice!
Posted by Keren Fathi-Poor at 24 June, 2009
