Affordable Design
Walmart officially launched it’s much-advertised latest HomeTrends collection today, just in time for the busy Spring home improvement market. With several really nice accent pieces at incredible prices, for example rugs beginning at $11.00, Walmart is bringing a modern new collection to market that most will easily be able to afford. As it is bound to be a huge commercial success, and therefore in homes everywhere, we’ve reviewed the new collection and featured our favorite picks.
Posted by keren at 12 March, 2010
Amazing laser cut acrylic headboard in various models. Easily attached to the wall, every model is like a piece of art in your bedroom. Humor, glamor and the luxury of everyday life together with simplicity can describe this collection by swedish designer Myrica Bergqvist.
Posted by keren at 12 March, 2010
Christiane Lemieux uses modern textiles and uncommon color combinations to translate a contemporary look with vivid patterns into the DwellStudio for Target home collection. Beautiful, cutting-edge prints and patterns are woven throughout her designs. Her bedding collection boasts DwellStudio’s pioneering modern aesthetic and offers the opportunity to dress up your bed in a sophisticated and fun look.
Posted by keren at 9 March, 2010
Mid-Century style just became affordable, as you can now purchase Le Corbusier style furniture from Target. These pieces caused controversy in the industry, as many suppliers raised their hands claiming that Target is selling furniture that is not authentic and that the phraseology of “style” or “styled” may lead buyers to believe they are acquiring original pieces (which, of course, would cost considerably more). If you’re not in a position to buy an original, however, and understand that you are getting something in a classic style rather than an original, they could be just the thing for your home.
Posted by keren at 8 March, 2010
You’ll find great deals on great brands, all up to 80% off retail. DwellStudio bedding, Area, Blu Dot, pillows, duvets, blankets — everything will be on sale starting today. Go and check it out: Design Public Outlet.
Posted by keren at 1 March, 2010
Lotta Jansdotter, one of my favorite textile designer has just released this wonderful book:Lotta Jansdotter Stencils.
There’s something so satisfying about stenciling: It’s easy, affordable, and it yields such impressive results. Especially when all the design work is done for you by the talented textile artist Lotta Jansdotter. Lotta’s hand-drawn stencil motifs are cut out of durable plastic so they can be used again and again on all sorts of surfaces, from walls to fabric to furniture.
Posted by keren at 1 March, 2010
The timeless and iconic Arco Lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni in 1962. We have collected affordable alternatives ($37 – $409) to the pricey original one ($2600).
Posted by keren at 26 February, 2010
As a designer first, and a writer second, I get a large volume of mail and catalogs each month, much of which I need to review professionally but do not consider suitable for my personal passion of contemporary and modern design. Every now and then, however, something catches my eye – as is the case with a couple of new additions to Rejuvenation’s Mid-Century Modern Collection for 2010.
Posted by keren at 25 February, 2010
If you read ChicTip.com often you probably already know that we are huge fans of mid-century design. You can just imagine how delighted we were to find out this new affordable mid-century collection from CB2. The collection includes mid-century wardrobe, dresser and a night-stand.
Posted by keren at 24 February, 2010
These responsibly crafted pieces for the bedroom and dining room reflect West Elm’s goal to get a little greener everyday. Eco-conscious furniture never looked so chic and never came with better price tags.
Posted by keren at 23 February, 2010
