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If you craft, then you want a dedicated space that’s both functional and beautiful, whether you have an entire room bathed in natural light (lucky!) Or only a nook or cupboard to phone your own. This month, I’ve gathered 20 locates that will help pull together your creative craft space. From appealing storage to furnishings, supplies and inspirational artwork and books, you will find just a little bit of everything . Happy crafting! — Laura out of Lolalina

Hudson Paint

Hudson Chalkboard Paint – $24.99

I am sure we all understand the marvels of chalkboard paint by now, but what about chalkboard paint in any colour you want? Hudson Paint company makes wonderful chalkboard paint at a full range of colors, so you can paint that accent wall or classic cupboard and draw on it, also!

Cox & Cox

Wooden Wall Unit – GBP 115

This good fir wall unit out of Cox & Cox will be just the thing for organizing craft supplies or stationery. The bins even have space for your labels.

Wisteria

Sawhorse Workstation – $399

I adore the simplicity of this sawhorse desk out of Wisteria. The adjustable table elevation means you can work sitting or standing depending on your needs at the moment.

Twine

Jeu de Paumes – $39

Édition Paumes books from Japan are a bit of an obsession among those in the know — every slim book is packed with interior design and craft inspiration from real homes around the world. And the covers seem so cute stacked up on your desk, how do you resist?

Etsy

Wood and Wool Stool – $108

Dutch designer Ingrid Jansen makes these beautiful stools from reclaimed wood and hand-crocheted covers. Each is unique, so check the store for certain pieces available today. This little piece is so flexible: use it as extra seats, a footrest, or a desk for stacking books and magazines.

Orla Kiely

Orla Kiely Notebook Set – $12.50

I am a huge lover of Orla Kiely’s modern prints, and these little notebooks are an inexpensive way to bring her routines into your home. Plus, they are great for journaling or sketching out new craft ideas.

A+R

Wood Architect Lamp – $295

Lighting is so essential in a work space, even if your craft”room” is similar to a cupboard. Whenever you are doing close work such as beading, sewing or sketching, task lighting is key. This all-wood version of the timeless architect’s lamp recently caught my eye — I love the chunky shape and raw appearance, along with the quality construction means it is going to last for many years to come.

Design Within Reach

Tolix Marais Barstool | Design Within Reach – $180

These classic stools out of Tolix in France look refreshing in mint green. Obviously, when you work at a desk for long intervals, you are going to want a chair, but stools are perfect for the kind of crafting at which you are up and down a lot. And they happen to be on sale right now at Design Within Reach — bonus!

Etsy

“We stayed just along the shore…” by Sarah Ahearn Bellemare – $22

An essential ingredient in any craft space is inspiration, and what better way to inspire than with work out of a popular artist? I adore the colors and the use of a vintage photo in this print out of Sarah Ahearn Bellemare.

Etsy

Cuplight Candle Holder by snugstudio – $47.90

I adore having candles lit while I work — it adds much to the ambiance, and I swear it also enhances creativity. Do not save candles for special occasions! These cuplights from German brand Snug Studio are so magical, I would line up a few in a windowsill.

Enjoy Loans + Linen

Ceramic Latte Cups – AUD 30

These handmade cups by Samantha Robinson are similar to functional works of art. I would use one to display charcoal pencils, paint brushes, or layout pens. However, by all means, use them for your own coffee if you prefer!

Etsy

Quilted Sewing Machine Cover by CityChicCountryMouse – $58

While I get the sewing machine I’ve been pining after for ages, I would love one of these handmade quilted covers to slip over it. This one is made of tasty Amy Butler fabric, certain to cheer up any sewing room.

Hable Construction

Charcoal Checker Storage Box – $98

These little bins from Hable Construction happen to be on my wish list indefinitely. They’re sized perfectly for corralling just about anything you can think about, and the material is wonderfully thick. Use one for every knitting project, to organize your fabric stash, and keep your paper ephemera collection clean, or perhaps put letter-sized files inside.

Happy Tape

Japanese Masking Tape – $36

Japanese masking tape, also known as Washi tape, is a wonderfully versatile craft merchandise. I cannot imagine life without it. Use it to embellish packages and envelopes, make collages, make tags, decorate vases, boxes, or graphic frames — the possibilities are infinite.

Dimensions: 15 mm (approximately 1/2″) or 9 mm (approximately 1/4″) wide x 15 m (about 50′) long. 10 rolls.

Anthropologie

Where Can I Put It? Knob – $10

Swapping out plain hardware for something interesting is the simplest way to revamp an old chest or storage cupboard. Anthropologie always has the cutest choice, and these are my current favorites.

Etsy

Crochet Granny Square Rug by lacasadecoto – EUR 63

I love the texture and colour of this handmade granny-chic rug. Just the thing for heating cold toes in the studio on a chilly fall morning!

Anthropologie

Musings Tray – $48

This artsy little ceramic tray is hand-stamped with poetry from Australian potter/poet Kylie Johnson. Put it on your desk or atop a little pile of books with a few feathers or pretty stones for inspiration.

Etsy

Handmade Love Bird Soft Sculpture by ashleyannabrown – $65

This sweet soft sculpture from Ashley Anna Brown will make a friendly artwork studio company. I have one of Ashley’s bits, and I can tell you from personal experience they are amazingly detailed and well crafted. Each is unique and beautiful in its own way.

Terrain

Flora & Wood Trim Settee – $2,498

And also the great final touch? A luxurious settee to lounge on while dreaming up your next job.

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Handyman

How to Improve Welding Safety

handyman services Pueblo CO know that it’s very important to apply relevant welding safety measures regardless of whether they’re performing small-scale or large-scale welding tasks. That’s because the risks associated with welding are the same no matter how big or small the job, which is why we’ve got some actionable tips that you can use now to protect yourself and your employees from some of the most common welding dangers.

Read the Manual

This might seem obvious but you’d be surprised at how many people ignore this tip. Make sure you read the operating manual of the welding machine that you’re working with so you can understand how to operate it, what its limits are and the safety measures that you should take.

Wear Protective Gear

Never start a welding job without putting on your gloves, helmet and protective clothing. Also, avoid wearing short-sleeved shirts or shorts, and stick to flame-resistant clothes like a welding jacket, denim pants etc.

Protect Your Eyes

Make sure to put on your welding helmet along with safety glasses underneath to protect your eyes from a condition known as “arc flash” which can be very damaging to your eyes.

Get Some Clean Air

Welding gives off toxic fumes and gases that fill up the entire space where you’re working, which is why an exhaust hood is a really good investment to make as it cleans the air and makes the space breathable again. You might also need to use respirators, depending on the materials that you’re working with, so be sure to check the manufacturers welding electrodes datasheet.

Wear the Right Shoes

The best shoes for handyman services Pueblo CO are high-top leather boots. Make sure you layer pants legs of over the shoes for maximum protection.

Auto-Darkening Helmets

Invest in auto-darkening helmets to reduce fatigue while you’re welding and to help you meet your production time goals. You should get an auto-darkening helmet that conforms to ANSI standard Z87.1-2003, or whichever one is the latest standard.

Avoid Repetitive Stress Injuries

There are certain small changes that you can make to reduce your chances of getting stress injuries. For instance, you can reduce your chances of getting neck fatigue by using an auto-darkening helmet instead of a traditional, fixed shade helmet.

Use Boom-Mounted Wire Feeders

If you’re a welder who works in a high-production welding station, then you should definitely get boom-mounted wire feeders, as they’re more comfortable, efficient and flexible than any other alternative.

Keep Your Workspace Clean

Store all your welding equipment in clearly labelled containers and compartments and make sure that you put everything back in its place after you’ve finished using it. The only items you should have on your weld area are the equipment that you’ll be using. Consider investing in a weld table that can adjust to a handyman Pueblo CO’s height to make your work easier and more comfortable.

Use Fixturing

Use a simple gearbox to minimize any risks as it’s able to rotate a 2, 200-lb. component without having to use a chain and hoist.

Home

Houzz Tour: A Brooklyn Landmark Returns to Glory

Locating design inspiration on the internet is commonplace by the current standards, but finding your future house through a picture search is a whole other animal, especially when the residence is a 5-story brownstone in severe need of a renovation.

After finishing a prior project for those homeowners, architect Kimberly Neuhaus was brought on to head this ambitious project in Brooklyn’s Clinton Hill area. At the time the house was used as a rooming house for students, a musician’s recording studio, and the occasional basement nightclub. It was only after Neuhaus visited the site did she realize that something special had been unearthed.

Built in 1887 with a co-founder of Pfizer for his daughter and her loved ones, the residence had seen a varied assortment of owners throughout the years and had endured the neglect that often comes with the cost of keeping up a 10,000-square-foot home over a hundred years old.

Throughout a clear and consistent design vision and a team of remodeling specialists, the house was restored beyond its first glory to become the ideal house for a family of four — as well as the community at large.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

Neuhaus and her team were presented with the responsibility and challenge of the renovation and preservation of a significant neighborhood landmark.

With historical architecture renovations, maintaining total period authenticity presents itself as an obvious solution. But that frequently feels quite dated, and possibly overly spammy. Rather, Neuhaus produced a hybrid option fusing contemporary and period design that combines the architectural tradition of the brownstone with its people’ modern perspective and lifestyle.

The home exterior and architecture was treated as a metaphorical envelope and could retain its period integrity. Interior features like the cabinetry, bathrooms, furnishings, light fixtures, stairs, etc.. were seen as the contents of this envelope and so could serve as contemporary insertions to the space.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

Wood floors in the home represent a convergence of the two. While the wood itself isn’t original to the house, parquet borders found under layers of asbestos tile and carpeting motivated the new flooring design. “CAD drawings and a CNC machine were used to reestablish sections of exactly what some craftsman had initially done by hand,” says Neuhaus.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

Jessica Warren worked closely together with Neuhaus and the remainder of the team and acted as the interior designer for her home — and has subsequently founded an interior design company. Since nearly all the furnishings were owned by the client, a great deal of inspiration and collaboration originated from her collection.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

The home reads as an unofficial gallery of priceless and one-of-a-kind collectibles, but it is the unpretentious and casual show of these art pieces which makes them so much more accessible.

Brutalist panels purchased on eBay, which formerly were displayed on the clients’ dining room walls, today serve as doors on this media console.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

The furniture reveals a life of selection and curating — a lot of that had been in storage until the clients moved into a house large enough to utilize them.

The collection is a visual representation of the clients themselves and the lives they have lived thus far. An assortment of antiques, thrift-store finds and classic treasures are paired side-by-side using custom and reissue pieces.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

With the exception of the kitchen addition, nearly all the job on the parlor level was decorative work — by the first trim and molding to the ornate leaded windows found here.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

With the original kitchen gutted, a contemporary redesign was able to come into fruition while still paying homage to the architecture of this conservatory that stood at that space.

The achievement of this complicated design of contradictions stems substantially from Neuhaus’s vision, and she is quick to credit her team for its best execution. “The ability with which that was done really speaks to the beauty of working with a building manager and subcontractors that have great respect for, and experience , old houses.”

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

Neuhaus created and designed this kitchen storage device to show the family’s ceramic collection. Like most things now prominently displayed through the home, these too had been in storage. The client wanted very observable and accessible storage to these bits.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

The kitchen itself is a bunch of all things modern, although the curved weight-and-chain dividers keep a link to the past. “Towards the close of the project we had winter meetings sitting at the table at the apse of this space, and when it snows it seems a bit like you’re sitting inside a clearing roads of snow New Haven globe,” Neuhaus says.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

From the outside, the first curved brick foundation of this conservatory becomes far more apparent. The newly added aluminum roofing takes its inspiration from the initial form of this construction.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

While historical integrity was key when it came to many of the structural choices, color played a major role in determining the decoration and materials that would be used through the home’s interior. Warren originally envisioned the whole house would be done in a version of”camouflage” colours. Neuhaus and Warren took this inspiration and interpreted it into a palette characterized as”neutrals with colour ” Dominated by muted blues, grays, and tans, and accented with dark and heavy woodwork or metallic accents, an cohesive and overriding theme is created through the whole home.

“We sealed those first colours in a bag together, and it was astonishing how consistently we were able to utilize them, with minor variations depending on the light in the space, throughout the whole project. That bag of colours functioned as a sort of touchstone as we moved forward through the home.”

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

Even the individual colours in the banding of this rock gray onyx from the wet bar is in accordance with the color scheme. The boldness of this spectacular slab is almost downplayed by the fact it is so in line with the colours used throughout the home.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

While the carefully curated color palette and material choice is an obvious contributor to an overall sense of lightness that abounds the home, the home itself plays a main role for this result. The brownstone extends nearly the whole length of this block, and because of this three walls get natural light — very unusual for New York City. Intricate woodwork and darker accents still maintain an airy quality due to the lack of artificial light.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

Bringing natural light to the basement level proved to be a challenge. The staircase from the parlor level to the basement is built at a masonry shaft beneath a copper skylight which had been formerly roofed over.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

Following a set of vigorous back and forth negotiations between Neuhaus, her dad’s firm StudioRed Architects, the building manager, and the fabricator, a perfected steel and wood open riser design was settled upon.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

By daylighting the skylight and enabling as much natural light to permeate through the staircase as you can, the formerly dark and barren basement today invites sun to the home’s deepest depths.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

Reminders of previous dwellers were continuous throughout the renovation — a few more apparent than others. Before being substituted, the windows of this bathing area were dominated with religious iconography — remnants of the Roman Catholic Diocese that possessed and occupied this home and its twin next door from the 1930s until 1989. The glass needed to to go.

“However we must laugh as a cross reappears in that area at a certain time each day,” Neuhaus says,”if the light from external hits the tub faucet at a certain angle and jobs a ideal crucifix throughout the room”

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

Original details were revived and preserved when possible. “We set two major goals for the project: The first would be to create a dialogue between the home and the items and interventions inside it,” Neuhaus says. “The second wasn’t to eliminate the sense of this being an old residence. We did not want to renovate the life out of it”

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

Continuing with the envelope metaphor, outside window materials and styles remained loyal to the era of the home. While the hardware and shelving of this closet are contemporary, its tie to the exterior remains architecturally historical.

“We really enjoy seeing the dialogue between the old and the newest. The things we chose to eliminate were largely items that obscured the true elegance of the home.”

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

While the home itself boasts a shocking four stories and a basement flat, rooms, similar to this toilet, were created to be inviting and comfortable. First and foremost, this space was pictured as a family dwelling.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

For that reason, there is a clear demarcation between private and public spaces in the house — with all the bedrooms residing in the top stories of the home whereas the open living spaces remain on the entry level for hosting romantic cultural events and fundraisers.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

The clients’ cherished art collection fills the walls across the general public and private regions of the house. Originally a personalized wall installation from the clients’ past entryway, this piece by artist SWOON was hidden between 2 pieces of glass to be displayed from the Clinton Hill house.

Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.

In the guest bedroom, a unique woodblock used for the posters of a traveling carnival is just another reminder of the clients’ cultured travels and the significance attached to each product furnishing their property.

The spacious and accessible approach to art and home has led this home in Clinton Hill to become an unofficial salon and gathering space. Whether it be a neighborhood joyful hour; a location for local art students to showcase their job; and talks of hosting an opera composed for a residential setting, the Clinton Hill brownstone has kept its heritage as a historical residence and a space for a neighborhood to develop.

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Home Tech

Layout Dilemma: Where to Put the Flat-Screen TV?

Houzz reader recently wrote in using this layout dilemma:”I’ve a tiny flat-screen TV in my living space, but have no clue how to display it at a tasteful manner. I don’t want to create the TV a centerpiece of this space, I am not into cupboards much and I don’t like TVs hung on a wall. Any thoughts?” As opposed to say”Get an iPad instead,” I dug up some awesome thoughts from Houzz members, almost all involving custom carpentry to take the focus off the tech and back to the decor.

Quezada Architecture

My recommendation for flat panel setup? Recess those puppies into your own walls. This requires hiring a magician and ai not exactly cheap. But it saves a space from getting”that TV room” What does this entail? Drywall has to be cut, 2x4s are set up for framing — such as creating a soffit. Electricity needs to be dragged up into a brand new socket installed only behind where the TV will sit. After that’s completed, drywall work needs to happen.

High Definition Home

In case you decide to go with the recessed look over a mantle, keep in mind you have to allow the appropriate depth to allow for leaning the TV downward so it is geared toward the appropriate eye level. Watching”The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” with major glare in Camille or Lisa’s face totally kills the effect.

Ps: I can’t remember life before that series. I love each one of these and wish that the show were live 24/7.

piercehometheatre.com

If your goal is for the TV to not become the centerpiece of this space, install it low on a wall straight at eye level. This allows the true wall to remain the star, especially if the wall is covered with an intriguing material or texture.

Mark Brand Architecture

Then there’s sneaky, functional, task-oriented positioning. I am a huge fan of small-to-medium size flat panels worked right into kitchens. Keeping them off the countertop is crucial; either mount them to the bottom of the cabinets or possess a custom space cut out for them within upper cabinetry.

You can stay amused while prepping meals, then unwind with companion to enjoy your meal. Guess who watches TV with pretty much every meal that he enjoys? Me.

Michael A. Menn

Even though armoires and media cabinets may actually bring about media taking over your space, fitting your apartment plank into an architectural element is a superb way to lessen the techno-presence. It works well here recessed to a column; it is equally as powerful on a partition wall.

Brennan + Company Architects

Another thing that’s getting more and more popular is the sliding horizontal panel cover. After the TV is off, the sliding doors come together to completely hide it. Just take this one step farther by incorporating art or patterned background to the front.

In smaller rooms, every inch counts. Among the biggest benefits to habit horizontal panel carpentry is space-saving. In this circumstance, the homeowner may use one area for media storage, screen AND TV viewing. The panel slides sideways, then back to the built-in when not being used.

Amoroso Design

You might even take the attention off your horizontal panel by placing it onto a wall using dark paint or stain. By keeping the tone of this wall in check with that of the TV, it is less obvious.

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Decorating Guides

14 Ways to Take Advantage of Your Wallpaper

So you’ve made the decision to commit to wallpaper, chosen the best one and are now standing in your recently papered room. The paper may be up, but the procedure has only just begun. Next step: making the most of your wallpaper by way of décor.

Wallpaper isn’t merely a colorful or textural backdrop, but it’s an element which should interact with the overall design, and your décor decisions must reflect that. The job can often feel daunting or overwhelming, but I am hoping these next images will provide you the confidence to the handle the project successfully (while having some fun). Before you know it, visitors will soon be ooh-ing and aah-ing in your wallpapered room (and begging you for design wisdom!) .

Valerie interiors + design

Think bold colour. Don’t be afraid to match boldly colored wallpaper with different bold colour in the décor. This floral purple paper pops from these red contemporary dining seats. Balanced with a lighting fixture, the dining area becomes the region of the room.

Cynthia Mason Interiors

Pull out colors of the wallpaper. Really integrate the paper in your space by furnishing the room in the same colors found in the wallpaper. The green chest and neutral sink jar and accessories allow this toilet feel unified.

Attempt a pattern in a complementary scale. In case you have patterned wallpaper, make it pop by upholstering the furniture in a pattern of dimensional scale. The crucial word here is scale: Notice how the layout on the seats is smaller than that on the walls, so therefore balancing both within an eye-appealing pair.

Rupal Mamtani

Contemplate neutrals. Make your wallpaper the announcement bit by furnishing the room in neutrals. The delicate, natural feel of these pieces is calming from this floral paper, leading to a peacefully chic sanctuary.

Dan Brown

Re-create elements of the wallpaper. Have wallpaper with distinct shapes or designs? Reflect them in your own design. The circular shape of this very unique hood pulls the circles out from the paper while at the same time providing this contemporary kitchen a sculptural element.

Peg Berens Interior Design LLC

Match the wallpaper’s mood. The bursts within this paper have a playful, party vibe, and paired with these crystal sconces provide this toilet an understated feel of glamour and elegance.

Elizabeth Dinkel

Find furnishings with smaller-scaled layouts. Fabric isn’t the only element to consider when pairing patterns; furnishings will also do the trick. As always, scale is all. Try a mirror with a smaller-scale Greek key pattern with this green pine paper for a toilet that is both amazing and fresh.

M.A.D. Megan Arquette Design

Find furnishings with larger-scaled layouts. Scale goes either way: Furnishings with a larger scale will work just well playing off paper with a smaller scale, such as these dining chairs, in addition in a Greek key design.

Laura Bendik Interiors

Utilize the wallpaper’s pattern within the room. If you’re really stuck on how best to incorporate the paper, simple pull in the exact same pattern through an accessory. Throw pillows are a great choice — create custom made pillowcases and you’re all set!

Michael Fullen Design Group

Function in bold, graphic designs. If your wallpaper can be categorized from the dark, white, gray or neutral families, then you’ve got a great opportunity to inject colour and a sense of playfulness through daring, colorful prints. It’s a no-brainer for kids’ rooms, where pleasure is always welcome!

Atmosphere Interior Design Inc..

Go monochromatic with pops of colour. If your wallpaper is made up of essentially one colour or different colors of one colour, think about fusing all elements of the room by choosing furnishings in the exact same colour. To avoid it feeling excessively overly light, add one bold color through accessories, placed intermittingly through the room.

Nicole Lanteri Design

Hang colorful frames. Because frames have a rather intimate relationship with the walls, they’re a great opportunity to bring a little excess life to wallpaper. Bold colors pop from the paper, or even antique gilded gold eyeglasses for rich colors such as purples and blues. If you look closely in this picture, you’ll realize this designer pulled a particularly intriguing trick with the red-framed bit: Rather than showcasing art, he abandoned it empty, essentially framing the wallpaper. Yet another way to enhance the paper!

Niche Interiors

Ground it with organic pieces. Should you feel like your space is getting just a little pattern mad between wallpaper and décor, ground the appearance with a natural piece. It will round out your appearance, plus it’s hard to go wrong with well rounded, natural furnishings.

Margaret Carter Interiors

Have some fun with it! This dreamy, forest-like wallpaper would not be complete without a googly-eyed gargoyle keeping watch. The unexpected is what makes design unique.

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Ceilings

Ceilings That Work: Designs for Your Space Above

Ceilings don’t have to be, and probably shouldn’t be, all flat, horizontal planes of white stained shingles. Whether a ceiling is shining, trayed, soffited or coffered, changing its elevation and contour can add spaciousness, definition and interest to a space. Using these architectural components can also break down the scale of a fantastic room, bringing to life a vast (and what could be dull ) space.

Playing the ceiling form and finish can also be a cost effective way of achieving something special and distinctive. Whether it’s a gabled vault in which the ceiling and structure will be the same, the accession of soffits with indirect illumination, or a bit of trimming to add scale and rhythm, ceilings are a design opportunity not to be missed.

Blackburn Architects, PC

A easy, gable vault in which the roof structure and ceiling finish have been combined makes for an efficient and elegant ceiling. Everything, like the skylights, metal tie rods and white walls, is performed to highlight the timber rafters. By placing the skylights at the ridge line rather than part way down the roof, a void is made that, like a retractable stadium roof, highlights the area’s connection to the sky.

I can not help but believe this would be a wonderful place for a baseball match regardless of what the weather outside.

Bud Dietrich, AIA

Here’s a good example of the classic tray ceiling used to attain spaciousness in a fantastic room. This remodeling job consisted of taking down a wall to create two rooms into one. To get around the oppressive feel that a constant, flat and 8′-large ceiling would make, the ceiling structure was raised a couple feet. In this ranch home space taken from the attic was an easy and cost-effective way to attain a well-proportioned room.

Sutton Suzuki Architects

The classic tray ceiling: this time at a bedroom. The beadboard finish and ceiling fan gives this room a tropical island feel. A particularly nice detail is how the ceiling, through the use of trim and crown molding, looks to begin on top of the windows. This has the effect of lowering the ceiling and creating more closeness, while the ceiling elevation adds spaciousness.

A tray ceiling like this offers a fantastic opportunity to set up indirect lighting. In this room, the indirect lighting offers generous general light and, using a change capable of dimming, can be turned to low for just the right, intimate level.

Christopher A Rose AIA, ASID

This ceiling comprises two measures of soffits. The first and lowest soffit follows the geometry of the space, as will the area rug directly below it. The higher soffit is a rectangular form to provide a centering device. This type of ceiling provides an order and arrangement to a room that incorporates different angles and asymmetry.

The lower soffit also provides a wider flat area at the mattress headboard. This wide and flat area gives more closeness at the headboard area as well as a place for ceiling-mounted things like grilles, speakers, etc..

Bud Dietrich, AIA

In a very simple bedroom using a low (less than 8′) ceiling, the measure up with indirect lighting provides spaciousness. Much like the above example, the stepped ceiling provides a centering apparatus in a room that has some angled walls and asymmetrical configuration.

Simply by borrowing from the attic area and adding some little framing extras, a ceiling like it is easily accomplished in a second-floor bedroom, or even a first floor room when there’s no second floor over.

Richard Bubnowski Design LLC

Here’s a nice little”pop-up” in an upstairs hall. Does this offer a place to hang a lantern with a very long string, but the extra bit of beadboard finish strengthens the coastal nature of the property’s style. A nice opportunity to achieve something special in what’s normally a simple, functional space.

Logan’s Hammer Building & Renovation

A little space with a tall ceiling can be a real design challenge. After all, who enjoys feeling as if they’re at the bottom of a Dixie cup? So in this example, the coffers, colours, beadboard and lighting keep this kitchen well dimensioned and comfortable to work in.

Another nice result from including a coffered ceiling, particularly in an old home undergoing a remodel, is your new space made for pipes, valves, conduit and other mechanical items. In this example, the visible air grille indicates that the coffers are used to hide ducts.

Yet another more costly way of employing the coffer to hide ducts while averting a grille like this is to introduce a linear, slot-type diffuser at the face of the coffer.

Harrell Remodeling, Inc..

The panels at a coffered ceiling could be of just about any substance. In this example, the panels are both decorative and translucent, allowing the lighting to come from a source hidden above the ceiling line. The plan of those coffer panels is very structured: a series of layered grids at a fun, somewhat abstract design of solid colours.

This large room has multiple action areas, each positioned beneath its own coffered ceiling. Even though the overlapping grids provide general order and structure, the colours reinforce the middle of the ceiling and each activity area.

Crisp Architects

A coffered ceiling can also be used to counterbalance a room’s decor. Here, this tasteful and earthy, deeply coffered ceiling adds structure and visual weight to the space, balancing the wall color and furniture style.

Max Crosby Construction

There’s no rule that says that coffers have to be a rectangular grid. In this case the coffering starts at the center rotated square and radiates out from there. This sets a geometry that is independent of the area’s shape, adding another layer of interest and detail to the space.

The timber coffered ceiling also strengthens the silent and serious character of the library-like room.

Occasionally a simple, wood paneled ceiling with wood beams is the answer. In this room, the timber beams divide down the large space while the timber finishes tie everything together.

In a room in which the main sitting area is away from the source of light and see, the timber beams direct the eye towards the window and out to the landscape outside.

Kenneth Fromme

At times the easiest approach is the most effective. Adding some thin, pencil-line trimming and panels that are raised to the ceiling adds just the ideal level of detail without needing too much attention to itself. And, since in this situation, in which there are lots of patterns and colours all around, including a regular and easy gridded pattern to the ceiling can add just the correct amount of structure.

Bud Dietrich, AIA

Extra height and well designed ceilings aren’t just for dining rooms, living rooms, bedrooms and other big rooms. A simple, spare and functional mudroom can be produced light, bright and spacious with a vaulted ceiling.

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Kids’ Spaces: From Nursery to Toddler’s Room

Updating your child’s space from infant to toddler generally means shifting the crib for a bed, although you’re making that transition, consider including a fresh take to other portions of your toddler’s room as well. Now your child is more conscious of his surroundings, you can begin setting the tone for a room that he can grow and evolve . Have a peek at some of these considerations to help you produce a lively and reassuring space that you’ll enjoy just as much as your little one.

Just a Girl

Paint designs onto the walls. Painting is one of the simplest and least expensive methods to provide a room a new look; do so on your toddler’s space by painting a fun layout, such as this tree. It adds a lively spark that can easily and affordably be shifted down the street if your toddler desires.

Amy Lau Design

Replace the changing table with a quality wardrobe. Like picking classic layouts, a well-made and visually intriguing wardrobe will work to house clothing for a long time to come.

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Add charm with a classic bed. If you feel like your toddler’s room can use a little eclectic style punch, then search for a mattress with that antique appearance. It will provide the room that comfy, lived in texture, plus the smaller beds take up less room.

Elad Gonen

Consider upgrading the closet. Your toddler is only just starting to amass a plethora of material goodies, and even in the event that you get that well-made wardrobe, you’ll also want ample closet space. If a full closet upgrade isn’t part of their budget, at least go in with some organizers to set the stage for a categorized closet from here on out.

Top the bed with a canopy. Canopies are a fun way to bring a princess-like flair to any room. Plus, they can readily be changed out if your toddler tires of it over the years.

Artistic Designs for Living, Tineke Triggs

Scout a mini work table. Your toddler’s imagination is simply starting to spark; allow him exercise it with a work table match only because of him. Start looking for tables that are shorter in height and have ample storage for substances.

Jeanette Lunde

Bring in a little bench. Whether a toddler wants to populate the bench with dolls, trucks, clothes or what are you, a classic bench having a cushion upholstered in lively cloth adds a youthful charm to the space. It’s also the ideal place for your toddler to learn to tie his sneakers.

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Choose classic patterns rather than trendy, kid-centric ones. Your little guy is going to begin growing fast; choose classic patterns, such as stripes or foliage motifs, which will evolve with him rather than eventually feeling overly juvenile. You will appreciate both cash and time stored in the long term.

Annalea Hart

Add diverse art. You can’t fail with funky artwork that is also educational. This smart alphabet display brings color, visual attraction and a classic feel to the space.

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Here’s another fun way to display the alphabet. This one is a little more modernized, but equally colorful and lively.

Carly Sax

Consider built-in storage. When you have the room, you may want to splurge with extra built in storage. With all your toddler’s toys, books, clothes and other items, you can truly never have sufficient storage.

Skip the twin and go straight to a double. If your toddler’s area is spacious enough and you feel comfortable with the transition, consider a full bed in lieu of a twin. Your toddler will probably have it throughout his teens, so the investment is usually well worth it.

Jeanette Lunde

Include a desk. Like the work table, a desk will give your toddler a room to work on drawings or other activities.

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40 Great Gifts for Living and Entertaining

What in the world would you deliver the hostess with the mostest? In this installment of the 2010 Houzz Gift Guide, we have gathered a few of the most stylish gifts for those who like to entertain. Some are unique things to bring to the party in lieu of wine, the others are extravagant and wedding-gift worthy. Each was picked with parties, the dining area and entertaining in mind.

We’d love your great gift finds, also. Insert a link to your very best idea for the perfect gift for entertaining in the remarks section and tell us why you enjoy it. The Houzz member with most creative idea wins a Crate and Barrel gift card (a little something for you, possibly?) . And come back tomorrow for our next guide to the many trendy gifts of this season.

Gessato

RowRow – Big Bowl and Spoons, ceramic serving dishes – $48

Houzz friend and author of the design blog chictip, Keren, recommends this”adorable serving bowl shaped like a boat with strands shaped like oars, made from ceramic” It’s the ideal gift for the entertainter who enjoys coastal and nautical design.

Ceramic Bowl and Wood Spoons
$48.00 for your set

Design Public

Paper Cloud Petals Field Placemat – Rain on Beige

These soft grey blue placemats provide a graphic punch which does not sock you in the face or contend with the meals. It’s just the right amount of pattern to make a tablescape stick out.

2-sided placemat is handprinted on heavyweight 100% certified organic cotton
Produced in the USA
14.0 H x 20.0 W

Etsy

Designer Chairs Cocktail Napkins Set two by avrilloreti on Etsy – $25

Houzz friend Linda, author of this blog Restyled Home, picked these because”I want to gift them to a friend who loves retro-modern design!”

Set of 4 cocktail napkins.
Every napkin indicates an illustration of another designer chair.
White cotton/poly mix.
Folded size 4 1/4″ x 4 1/4″, open size 8 1/2″ x 8 1/2″
$25.00 for a set of four

Anthropologie

Maluku Dinner Plates – $18

Friend of Houzz Marion, a.k.a. Miss Mustardseed, has picked these plates out of Anthropologie since”the soft, hand painted appearance of these plates would beautifully grace any dining table, china wall or cupboard. They may be combined with white linens and china to bring some color to a neutral table”

New bone china
Dishwasher and microwave safe
10.5″ diameter
$18.00

Fishs Eddy

Ideal for the interior layout enthusiast, these floor plan coasters will help you design-saavy hostess keep her wood surfaces ring-free.

Powerful enough for Many uses
$3.95 for some 10

Williams-Sonoma

Monogrammed Hemstitched Linen Table Runner, White | Williams-Sonoma – $68

Houzz friend Cindy of My Romantic Home says”this 100% linen table runner is a great gift choice! It might look equally beautiful on a formal or casual dining table! They offer various colors of monogramming but my favorite is the white . It’s classic and tasteful!”

100% Linen
Machine-wash
90″ x 16″
$68.00

Pottery Barn

Addison Party Bucket | Pottery Barn – $99

As a result of Houzz friend Cindy of My Romantic Home for adding a number of her favourite things to our gift guide. Cindy says”This is a gorgeous and quite elegant way to serve champagne or white wine when you amuse! I really like that this product can be monogrammed which makes it a personalized gift. They also have a bigger version which would be perfect for 1 bottle of champagne!”

Made from hand-blown glass with a scissor-cut rim and glass footed base.
16″ diameter, 14.5″ high; 15 quarts (3.75 gallons)
$99.00

Crate&Barrel

Starburst Bowl – $159

This bowl has created a great deal of buzz here at Houzz. When someone requested us to track it down, I was sure it was some $1500 piece of sculpture, but no, this beauty is out of Crate and Barrel! Due to Happy Interiors for introducing it to us!

Steel cable dipped in antiqued brass
23″ dia. X 5″H
$149.00

The Art Institute of Chicago Museum Shop

These three handmade candlesticks are shapely and modern. While their silhouettes catch attention from a distance, it is even more intriguing to look up close and realize they are created from recycled cable.

Set includes:
One small, 13 1/4″ x 5 1/2″ diam.
One medium, 19 1/4″ x 5 1/2″ diam.
One big, 22″ x 6″ diam.
$131.49

Pottery Barn

Antique Silver Snack Bowl – $29

Friend of Houzz Marion, a.k.a. Miss Mustardseed, has picked this bowl since”I really like the warmth of the serving piece in addition to its inscription celebrating family. It’s the perfect modern interpretation of grandmother’s silver”

6″ diameter, 4″ high
Made from brass with a classic silver-plated finish
$29.00

Amazon

Fred Wine Line – $7

This pick comes in Houzz Team Member Adi, who says”I saw these at a friend’s home and had been intending to get them to end the’whose wine glass is that?’ Debate and for all. It’s a fun and affordable gift that may accompany a bottle of wine and make your hostess gift more memorable.”

Set of 12
$7.00

MoMA Store

Tasto Chip and Dip Set – $35

Houzz Team Member Kathy says”For someone who loves to entertain, you may never have too many chip ‘ dips. This is a smart version, which allows for you or a number of drops together with your chips and enables you to perform a quick dip refill without taking the chips away ”

Ceramic Bowl, Silicon Pouches
Dishwasher Safe
Size: Bowl: 4h x 11″diam., 10 cups;
Pouches: 3h x 4w x 2.5″d,.5 cups each
$35.00

Monticello

Six-in-one Spirit Chest from Monticello – $125

This is modeled after the torso where Thomas Jefferson stashed his spirits. A drink caddy this great looking makes it nearly acceptable to inventory your workplace bar like it is 1962 and you also work for Don Draper.

Six compartments hold bottles around 3 1/2″ dia.
Antiqued solid wood with sturdy brass hardware.
9″h x 13 1/2″w x 8 3/4″d.
Your purchase supports Monticello along with the Thomas Jefferson Foundation’s mission of preservation and education.
$125.00

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Eggshell and Bamboo Bowl in The Art Institute of Chicago – $50

There are not a whole lot of gifts out there which are created from burnt eggshells, and I’m pretty sure there are not any as beautiful as this Vietnamese bamboo bowl.

Food safe.
11 1/2″ x 8″ x 10 1/4″.
$50

Monticello

Acorn Domed Butter Dish from Monticello – $59

This classic nickel butter dish is a practical item that will add conventional Monticello design to any dining table. The little acorn makes it perfect for fall and winter dining table settings.

Glass butter dish has a lid made from antiqued nickel.
5″ large
$59.00

RSH

Channing Beverage Dispenser – $89

Houzz friend Cindy of My Romantic Home says”I’ve one of these dispensers and it is wonderful to continue a buffet to serve heated water at a dinner party. Any beverage seems more tasteful served in this gorgeous dispenser!”

Diamond-etched glass
24″h x 8″d
$89.00

Simon Pearce

Vermont Evergreens by Simon Pearce – $98

If you are not crazy about the usual holiday decoration, select up these stunning glass trees out of glassmaker Simon Pearce. They’re appropriate to leave out all winter, long ago New Year’s Eve.

Handblown in Vermont
Prices vary depending on size, from $98-$298

Jonathan Adler

Jonathan Adler Bird Bottle Stopper – $18

I had difficulty choosing a favorite Jonathan Adler wine jar topper — there is something for everyone here — cat people, dog people, even elephant people! It’s the perfect gift to bring a hostess in lieu of or alongside a bottle of wine.

High-fired stoneware with white glaze
3.5″ large Stoppers
$18.00

Sundance Catalog

WINE BOTTLE CANDELABRA, SET OF 2 – $35

This set of candelabras out of Sundance is the perfect hostess gift for an oenophile, and provides a excellent method to reuse an empty wine bottle.

Made of wrought iron
Set of two $35.00

CB2

CB2 – Galvanized 12 Bottle Wine Rack – $69.95

Forget about the wine gift tote – why not provide this industrial style wine rack with your favourite bottle of wine? This tubular rack can be set on its side on a console or countertop, or you can stand it up on the dining table to make a sculptural centerpiece.

Hand-welded galvanized sheet metal
Holds 12 bottles
Wine Rack. 11.5″Wx10.25″Dx19″H
$69.95

Crate&Barrel

Savoy Jumbo Cocktail Shaker | Crate&Barrel – $24.95

Sleek. Modern. Hammered Stainless Steel. The Savoy Bar Accessories were created for modernists. For fun, throw in a favourite martini recipe and contain the ingredients.

Stainless steel
Foodsafe
Dishwasher-safe
54 oz.; 6″Wx3.5″Dx10.5″H
$24.95

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Vintage Cocktails Book – $50

Sometimes I wish I had a touch drink, like a Singapore Sling or even a Sidecar. Unfortunately, I don’t have any clue what’s in a single, and don’t a great deal of bartenders. Help your favorite host or hostess plan their next theme party for this charming book.

$50.00

Etsy

MINI art by modernarteveryday on Etsy – $50

Houzz friend and author of the design blog chictip Keren says”This collection of mini-paintings is a great way to add bright colors to a space! Simple to show on a shelf, stand on a desk, hang on a wall or group together with other MINI art pieces.”

Your choice of 6, 3″ x 3″ prepared to hang wall art
Giclee printed on professional grade paper; mounted onto a natural archival fiber board.
There is a groove in the back of the board which enables easy wall hanging with a nail.
Each board / artwork measures 3″ x 3″ and can be 3/8″ deep.
Set of 6 $50.00

Lenox

kate spade Madison Square Decanter from Lenox – $150

Recently it seems every interior stylist in the world is focusing on arranging the home bar in a trendy way. This kate spade decanter is a great beginning for friends who want to stage a posh pub of their own.

Crafted of fine crystal
42 oz.
$150.00

Dillard’s

Product: Nambe”Tilt” Wine Decanter – $150

Something about the shape of the wine decanter makes me do a double-take. By the gorgeous glass into the sudden form and tilt, it is a gift any wine lover will appreciate.

1.25 liters
11.5×7″ with a 46-ounce capacity
Hand wash
$150.00

West Elm

David Stark Twig Topiary – $39

We masses are so lucky that David Starck has a lineup at West Elm. These twigs wrapped in text are graphic and unique, perfect for someone who likes to decorate for the holidays without clogging the vacuum up with all the pine needles and tinsel.

Newsprint paper/poly resin.
Two”diam x 27″h
$39.00

MoMA Store

Finlandia Vase by Alvar Aalto – $135

Any layout enthusiast is going to be thrilled to receive this iconic vase by Alvar Aalto (in actuality, it’s my go-to wedding gift for all my design school buddies ). Elegant and sculptural, it is going to inspire your giftee to keep fresh flowers in it every day.

10 high x 5.5″ diameter
$135

Bonfetti

Peggy Karr Glass – Metro 18″ Boat – $69.29

This serving piece is handmade and can be truly unique. The geometric images and mix of colors will delight any modern entertainer.

Handmade in New Jersey
18″ long
Dishwasher Safe
Glass
$69.29

Tiffany & Co..

Tiffany & Co.. Frank Gehry® Torque Vase in Bone China. – $200

Oh, it is a splurge fine, but it is a double-whammy — it comes in the coveted Tiffany blue box, and it is a piece designed by a true Starchitect. This Torque vase by Frank Gehry is an iconic piece any design fan will proudly exhibit and brag about forever.

Bone China
9″High
$200

Bonfetti

Green Vine Taper Candles – $20.69

These elaborate candles are something nobody is very likely to splurge on for themselves, therefore it is the ideal treat to deliver a hostess. The colors and layout are certain to inspire a gorgeous tablescape.

Pair of 12″ x 3/4″ tapers
$20.69

Calvin Klein

Calvin Klein Silverplate Faceted Bowl – $125

Everyone’s dining area can use a bit of glow! This silverplate faceted bowl from Calvin Klein will add some glitz to each table.

Handmade in Italy
4″ in Diameter
Silverplate secured to brass
$125.00

Contemporary Candleholders – $29.95

The very best thing about these crystal lotus candleholders? They look MUCH more expensive than they really are! Give a pair of two with tapers or the column dimensions together with a candle that’s 3 inches in diameter.

3″D candle.
Taper/Votive holder is 5″D x 3″H
Pillar holder is 9.5″D x 4.5″H
Pillar holder: $29.95
One taper holder: $9.95

A+R

Palace Stacking Tableware – $189

This architectural design of a Florentine building is really a stack of dinner dishes! Including six square dinner dishes, along with the serving dish”roof”. It’s a fun item to depart out on the buffet every day.

Dinner Plate: 8.6″ dia x 1″ top
$189.00 with this set

Horchow

Moroccan Style Tea Glasses – Set of Four – $60

Moroccan design exploded in popularity a few years ago and like the first designs themselves, it’s proved it’s staying power. Exotic and elaborate, these golden glasses from Horchow are a luxurious treat to grow your loved one’s barware.

Four various 6.75-ounce tea glasses
Set includes one each in purple, amber, turquoisegreen. Produced in Turkey. Hand wash.
$60.00/Set of Four

Saks Fifth Avenue

Palio Nut Dish by Michael Wainwright – $64

This nut dish is somewhat bling-bling but subtle and lovely at the exact same moment. While it is glazed in glazed in 24k gold, platinum and rose gold (bling!) , it is porcelin, it is small, and it is based in an early and traditional design. This is a unique piece that will make the person that you give it to think of you each time they use it.

Dishwasher safe
43/4″W X 11/2″H X 43/4″D
Produced in USA
$64.00

Amazon

RSVP Nutty Squirrel Nutcracker – $16.95

It just makes sense to have a nutcracker shaped like a critter which hoards them. The bewitching little squirrel is going to be a welcome addition to any entertainer’s gadget set.

Metallic
5 3/4″ Place nut in squirrel’s mouth then lift his tail to close his mouth and crack the casing.
$16.95

Modern-twist

Houzz friend and author of the design blog chictip Keren says”Bringing optimum performance and design to the home, the eco-friendly and reusable silicone Doileez, come in minimalist patterns which protect furniture surfaces, while adding a fashionable design element to modern decor.”

Non-porous + germ-free surface
absolutely free of BPA, lead, latex, phthalates + other unpleasant chemicals
Sold in a pack of two, 10 x 10 inches each.
$23.00

Fred Flare

I Like You by Amy Sedaris

Ever since Strangers with Candy I have been hooked on Amy Sedaris. It turns out she’s quite the unique and welcoming hostess, and this novel is filled with amusing and fun suggestions for entertaining at home.

304 pgs.
Paperback.
8″x10″

The Spoon Sisters

Pound – Nail Party Picks – $9.95

Plain old toothpicks are such a bore — why not kick some party conversation with nail shaped party picks instead?

18 Reusable plastic picks
Foam base included
Every choice is 3″ long
$9.95

Design Public

Normann Copenhagen 58 Degree N Calcium chloride snow removal Little Rock And Pepper Set – $44

I’m not sure which is a better comparison: black with white or black ceramic with cork. In any respect, mixing all these ingredients together results in a pleasing and modern set of ice melt salt Boise and pepper shakers.

Engineered ceramic, cork
Dishwasher safe if cork tubes and bottom plugs are removed
3.8 H x 1.6 Diameter
$44.00

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How to Hang Curtains Yourself

Dressing up windows using curtains can completely revamp the décor in your living room or any other part of your home. There are so many different types of curtains in the market most of which come with unique designs. In case you are planning to purchase a few, then you must also learn how to hang them. The beauty of any curtain will totally depend on how it’s been hung.

Well, you don’t need to be a handyman Orange County to hang curtains correctly so here are some tips to keep in mind:

What You Will Need

Before you begin the job, there are some tools and supplies that you will need. First, get a curtain rod with brackets. You will also need some screws, a level, paper, pencil, tape measure, a screwdriver, and some wall anchors although they are not really necessary.

Measuring Curtain Panels, Brackets, and Rods

As you begin hanging up your curtains, you must make sure you have the right measurements for the rods, panels, and brackets. Start by measuring the total height right from the floor to the window frame. This will determine the size of the curtain that you need. Ideally, curtains should touch the floor and that’s why the measurement needs to be from the floor to the frame.

Secondly, you need to decide where the curtain rod will be hanged. The rod should normally be six inches above the window frame. Try to also measure the total depth of your windows. This will help you determine the size of curtain brackets to go for. Curtain brackets must extend beyond the window depth. As for the panels, the modern practice is to ensure that they are at least as wide as the width of the window. This will make it easier for the curtain to hold in place and to cover the entire window.

How to Hang Curtain Brackets

As soon as all the measurements are in place, it’s now time to hang the brackets. Any Orange County handyman can do this job in a few minutes. But it’s still important to have the right guide. The first thing here is to measure up the size of curtain panels using a tape measure. Use the pencil to mark curtain bracket placements at least six inches away from the window frame.

Once the marks are made, you will now install the curtain brackets. Use the screwdriver you already have to do this. The brackets on either side of the window frame must be leveled. Don’t hang the curtains until you are sure of this. Use the level to get this done. Finally, go ahead and place the curtains on the rod. This should be an easy thing for anyone. Once the curtains are on the rod, hang them on the brackets and that’s it.

Hanging curtains on your own is one of the easiest DIY projects you can do at home. You don’t really need to be a handyman Orange County CA for this. The simple guide above can help even people who have never hang curtains before get the task done.

Decorating Guides

New Icons: Kartell’s Bourgie Table Lamp

It’s so much fun when designers mash up forms with contemporary materials. In the instance of this Bourgie Lamp, designer Ferruccio Laviani crafted traditional Baroque shapes from a modern material, polycarbonate. The result is a modern lamp that provides a wink and a nod into a age where the more ornate something has been, the better.

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Kartell Bourgie Table Lamp – $362

Laviani’s layout adds creativity into the mix. Its own lampshade is a matching polycarbonate, and the height can be corrected by adding spacers between the foundation and the shade.

Incorporated

This bedroom combines fantastic-plastic and Baroque style, and our small Bourgie is just the guy to tie the two together.

Side note: Wondering about these fab throw pillows? They are all by Hable Construction.

Sindahl

The Bourgie was an ideal choice for Swedish blogger Signed by Tina, who mixes traditional and contemporary bits in unexpected ways, as the lamp does.

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Sindahl

Tina also used Bourgie as a reading light, now in the chrome version. This is a woman who knows how to play with texture, and the metallic lamp emphasizes the reflective qualities of this background.

Simply Grove

Blogger Kirsten of Simply Grove is also a lover of matching the Bourgie with metallic background. Here it functions as a lamp.

Nicole Lanteri Design
The Bourgie is all up to the job as a desk lamp, giving light and style without being cumbersome.

Peter A. Sellar – Architectural Photographer

This Bourgie forges a solid relationship with the crystal chandelier, tying the dwelling area and the foyer together.

Peg Berens Interior Design LLC

Don’t want things to be this transparent? In addition to crystal, the Bourgie also comes in black, white, chrome, gold and white. Black definitely shows off his fine figure the most clearly.

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