Founded in 2012, Singularité is a furniture company that works closely with emerging design and art talent in France and Europe — folks who love high-quality craftsmanship, creativity, experimentation and more. Singularité provides limited editions, collectables and unique pieces. “We support and share the high-end design of a rising generation of — Continue reading…
We’re a little angry we’re only now discovering this, as it seems to have made a few of the blog rounds so far. Whose responsibility was it to send to us?! Anger aside, this is adorable, charming, and most of all — completely gratuitous. Meet Trotify, the all-wooden system and — Continue reading…
Main Style DIY Homekeeping Family Tech Renovating Shopping Entertaining The Kitchn Login Any Experience with Eileen Gray Daybed As a Bed Good Questions : Q I stumbled across this wonderful Eileen Gray Daybed picture on Pinterest and thought That is for me The problem is , I need it not as a daybed , but as a day and NIGHT bed . Yes , the old studio apartment problem . Does anyone use this or more importantly , an affordable reproduction made by a manufacturer at a reduced price lowest I saw was 899.99 for sleeping at night How firm or soft is it Do the buttons hurt your posterior Sent by Bob : Editor Leave your suggestions for Bob in the comments thanks Got a question Send us yours with pic attachments here those with pics get answered first 20 comments 11.30.12 11:00AM Regina Yunghans :
Main Style DIY Homekeeping Family Tech Renovating Shopping Entertaining The Kitchn Login SimCity Enters MoMA's Permanent Collection Design News 11.30.12 The Museum of Modern Art has acquired 14 video games for its permanent collection . All are top examples of interaction design , including classics such as Tetris , Pac-Man , and SimCity 2000. The museum has a list of 40 titles it hopes to eventually display , including Super Mario Bros . and Pong . The games will displayed at the museum's Philip Johnson Galleries in March 2013. In other news , European Staples offer 3D printing , and there's a bike-powered mobile home from China . See thee headlines after the . jump SimCity Enters MoMA's Permanent Collection Architizer Staples Launches Easy 3D Printing Service , Just In Time For Best
Main Style DIY Homekeeping Family Tech Renovating Shopping Entertaining The Kitchn Login DIY Rustic Advent Calendar Tree A Beautiful Mess One of my favorite parts of the holiday season , December in particular , is the countdown to Christmas , the advent calendar I have such fond memories of opening our advent calendars as a small child I can't even imagine the joy this advent tree would have brought Katie from A Beautiful Mess nailed together some scrap wood to make a simple , rustic Christmas tree . Then she added a little treat for each day , stuck to the branches with a pushpin . This neat little tree is easily customizable you could alternate big and small pieces of wood , nail some of them crooked , paint the whole thing a festive color , or wrap with lights Go see more photos and
Wishing we would have waited to post our For Eco-Conscious Design Lovers gift guide, because these aromatic cedar coasters, new from hip Brooklyn-based creatives Tri-Lox, are the perfect gift for those eco-conscious folks who also love to drink very cold or hot drinks. Also awesome? Since they’re made out of that — Continue reading…
Main Style DIY Homekeeping Family Tech Renovating Shopping Entertaining The Kitchn Login Malcolm's Fit for a Gentleman Room Kids Room Tour : Child Malcolm 4 : Location Oakville , Ontario Room : size 10' x 12' Canadian designer , painter , and blogger Christine Dovey is constantly on a quest for the perfect score for her nearly perfect home . Yet she keeps perfection just out of reach , because what will she do when she's done Oh , perhaps she will take care of her three soon to be four children . There's that , too . Take a peek here into how this rather feminine designer changed course when decorating her son's room We so enjoy following along on her blog , Bijou and Boheme as Christine scours the ends of the Earth and the internet looking for the next addition to her . home ENTER
We found some fab finds in the First State, and we're thrilled to share at least 5 locally made gift ideas under $50 from Delaware in our first-ever Shop Local Guide to the Holidays.
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Oh Florida, how we love you so...especially in the winter. But we also love the indie designs coming out of Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, and Palm Beach — right now, and we're pumped to share at least 5 locally made gift ideas under $50 right here in our first-ever Shop Local Guide to the Holidays.
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Good morning, Baltimore! There's historically correct and hipster fresh stuff coming out of Maryland right now — and we're pumped to share at least 5 locally made gift ideas under $50 right here in our first-ever Shop Local Guide to the Holidays.
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Forget bridge an tunnel reputations for a second because we're about to blow your mind with these 5 great gift ideas under $50 right made locally in the Garden State, curated for our first-ever Shop Local Guide to the Holidays.
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We're going to Wichita...and we're pumped to share these 5 locally made gift ideas under $50 from Kansas right here in our first-ever Shop Local Guide to the Holidays.
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We’re always on the lookout for modern-looking baskets. With a modern home design, you can sometimes go a little too far on the “cold” side…but with baskets you can add an earthy, warm modernism with an ethnic twist, but without a lot of fuss. We’re loving the prices and shapes — Continue reading…
Wow! Never seen tables like this. Not sure quite how functional they are in certain layouts, but love the idea of a functional table being able to be transformed into a cool sculpture when not in use. They’re certainly very modern in terms of shape, but love how Michael’s used — Continue reading…
2Modern is giving away 12 amazing and modern prizes for 12 days straight! How it works: Enter each day for a chance to win that day’s prize. Share with your friends and get an extra entry that day. The more days you enter and the more you share = the — Continue reading…
We're loving the fresh catches coming out of Alaska right now — and we're pumped to share at least 5 locally made gift ideas under $50 right here in our first-ever Shop Local Guide to the Holidays.
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Looking for the perfect gift for folks who like boxes or putting things in boxes or things made out of cork or well-made things? Skram’s new Corkbox pretty much hits all of those parameters, and looks great doing it, too. Available in small, large or square varieties, you’ll love the — Continue reading…
From the Arch in St. Louis to the speakeasies of Kansas City, there's historically correct and hipster fresh stuff coming out of Missouri right now — and we're pumped to share at least 5 locally made gift ideas under $50 right here in our first-ever Shop Local Guide to the Holidays.
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I love this concept from Austin TX based, Trout Studios, furniture makers. A novel idea to use a seat on a chain instead of a ladder to get to those out of reach books. Their system of L shaped shelving can be used to stack books in various configurations gaining — Continue reading…
From the Arch in St. Louis to the speakeasies of Kansas City, there's historically correct and hipster fresh stuff coming out of Missouri right now — and we're pumped to share at least 5 locally made gift ideas under $50 right here in our first-ever Shop Local Guide to the Holidays.
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It always feels exhilarating to come across a piece of furniture that is unique and different from it’s competition. We are constantly looking for something that will command attention when guests come over. Well, I have the perfect piece for just that! Let me introduce you to a bookcase that defies gravity with its cantilevered modules — Continue reading…
We love our betta fish, Herman, but man do we hate cleaning his water bowl. And you know what else we love? Fresh herbs and veggies grown right on our counter top. Why not combine the two? Is this the best kickstarter ever? Back to the Roots (a cool company — Continue reading…
Great news! The deck is stained and sealed and it’s looking awesome. Just as a quick update, you can see the jungle that this space started as by hopping back to the first post in this series, or catching up with parts 2, 3 and 4 to see the full transformation. The entire staining and sealing project [...]
. . . Design Build Love two young DIY designers building love in their home Skip to content Home About Us Contact Advertising Sponsorships Home Tour Our Wedding Parties Project List Press Shop DBL Search : for Office Layout Stalemate I'm Alive . I Swear . Kind . of Posted on November 28, 2012 by Design Build Love Seriously , though , I am alive . nbsp And so is the hubby . nbsp The last few months have simply been crazy , overwhelmingly busy . nbsp Most of the craziness has been good . nbsp Some of it , not so much . nbsp Regardless of either , being gone from blogging is awful . nbsp I miss my outlet , I miss my friendsâ blogs , and most of all , I miss the blogging community . nbsp You guys are like family to me . nbsp Some of you are so sweet that youâ ve even sent me emails to make
Need a gift for a nature lover? Birder? Wood fan? Or someone who just likes hanging things from their ceiling? We’ve got it. JCR is an Austin-based artist making these simple yet stunning stylized hanging birds. From blue jays to cardinals to wood peckers and more, each one is subtly — Continue reading…
Have a friend or family member who loves design but also really loves the earth? Why not combine both worlds with a gift that’s both good for the environment and also has a sort of earthy, hippie feel. We’ve come across a lot of items throughout the year that have that — Continue reading…
If you're looking for great gifts from the Great Lakes State, you're in the right place! It was tough to narrow down our choices for the first-ever Shop Local Guide to the Holidays but since we must — here are our top picks for gifts under $50 made in Michigan.
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We had so much fun trawling for modern finds from Connecticut for our first-ever Shop Local Guide to the Holidays, and like good whaling captains we've got a hull stoked to the decking with gifts under $50, all made in Connecticut.
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Seriously someone buy this for us. Like, NOW. This isn’t the actual print…they’re still in progress of making those, but if this is any indication, it’s going to be awesome. And you can pre-order now! “”THE MOON” woodcut print is currently in production at Tugboat Printshop. This is the largest — Continue reading…
What more is there to say that you can’t glean from the photo? This product is a mirror…in the shape of “hip” sunglasses. Cool sunglasses are certainly a staple in the wardrobe of those who are design lovers and hip, but does combining home decor and clothing elements into something — Continue reading…
Look up at our blog! It’s a sculpture! It’s a side table! It’s storage! It’s Patrick Norguet-designed Degree! It’s a mystery — and we’re intrigued. Here’s what the manufacturers, Kristalia, have to say for themselves: “Is it a pop sculpture, a piece of scenery, or a giant cork? No, not — Continue reading…
Anyone else dragging when it comes to the holiday decorating bug this year? Don’t know what it is, but unlike other years when we tend to jump on the decor bandwaggon as soon as the turkey from Thanksgiving’s cool, we just haven’t started yet. But, since we still have a — Continue reading…
Hope you had a restful and relaxing few days with family and friends! I took a much needed break… no work, no computer, very little media (even on Black Friday!) and attempted to keep all focus on what I’m most thankful for – that awesome bunch of family that I’m so fortunate enough to have. [...]
Cause sometimes you just need a picnic table that is sturdy, bold, modern and most of all MOVEABLE. Mark Meyer of Austin-based designSTUDIO loves pig roasts — eating and hosting them — and this design was born out of the need for a moveable table that could handle some swine — Continue reading…
Werkstatt Schwarz is helmed by Germany-based carpenter Florian Schwarz, and boy are we loving the completely unique details to his work. Looks like he specializes in artisan, hand-made skis, but we don’t do much skiing ourselves. We’re more interested instead in his custom kitchen and storage cabinets, with exceptional details — Continue reading…
Vaalbara Designs is Emily Prescott, and boy does this lady have an eye for color, pattern and texture. An avid world traveler and lover of textiles, Emily combines her collection of sumptuous fabrics with some technical skills and simple designs to create her colorful and cheery pouches. In her own — Continue reading…
Shapes of interesting shelves that have an exotic feel, to boldly painted gray rooms, to more cool, and color pattern and to over-sized, crazy-cool-textured hanging crochet ball mobiles, Pinterest was killer this week! What did you see on everyone’s favorite visual organizing site that you loved the most? 1 2 — Continue reading…
Color color color! Color caught our eyes this week on Pinterest, from bold green stairs, to red red lips to rainbow architecture to more! Patterns always plays an important to our eyeballs, ans as always we love art, architecture, texture, pattern and more is important to us. What caught your — Continue reading…
Been looking for that perfect gift for your graphic designer, illustrator or typography-nerd friends? This book just might be it. As everyone in the design world knows, typography has exploded in recent years, enjoying a renaissance of both interest and creative talent. This book published by Chronicle Books by Emily — Continue reading…
Introducing a few new items from Pablo, the fabulous lighting company that provides a world of sleek, shiny and ultra-functional table, ceiling and wall lighting. First up is the awesome-profiled Lim 360 Table Lamp, made with a singe piece of aluminum and optional walnut base. The Cielo Pendant has a — Continue reading…
So happy to welcome back Anna Kate today, PDB’s very stylish new momma who regularly contributes style boards to our gallery over here. I LOVE the looks that AK has put together for this month, especially the awesome flats and accessories that are adding just that extra little something to each outfit. I must admit [...]
We’re fans of modern accessories brand Edie’s Lab, who specialize in minimal, colorful, hand-carved accessories like hanging wall art, mirrors and tabletop decor. They also happen to be perfect at creating holiday items that totally cheer up your modern decor without taking away from the style and look of it! — Continue reading…
While you might venture to guess the name of the designer behind ChrisRann was say, “Chris Rann,” you’d be wrong. San Francisco-based Chris Rann is helmed by quirky and creative Rannie Balias. The name is a combination of the designer’s and her sister’s names. Mixing style inspirations that are varied like — Continue reading…
Drawers and dresser tops and other such perfect spots for colorful pottery and tabletop vignettes adorn the colorful and patterned prints of San Marcos, Texas illustrator Rand Renfrow. (Also pictured: a name that totally seems like a Hollywood heartthrob.) How he describes himself: “Printmaker and freelance illustrator living in San — Continue reading…
Have you been looking for a colorful and bold home for your indoor cat? You just may have found one with Italian-based product Qcha. ”Qcha is a modular and assembling cat home that offers a family atmosphere for your cats. Characterized by large openings and a transparent wall it enables the — Continue reading…
It’s…Aloe! Specifically, Aloe Sherwin Williams 6464. Not surprising, the 2013 color of the year plays with a popular color as of late, mint, but adds some softness to it and a little gray. What results is a subtle color that also packs a punch of personality. “This is no ordinary pastel — Continue reading…
Happy Thanksgiving week! We are up to our ears in holiday events, projects, work stuff and family (always, always awesome) and I’ve discovered (I am a late, late comer) the most amazing tool to document all of the holiday-wonderfulness that is happening at the moment! What have I been missing out on all of these [...]
Brush Factory is a multi-disciplinary design studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, and they’ve recently launched a new collection of furniture and accessories called Brighton Exchange. Though they’ve only got a few pieces up and out right now, these made-in-house items are clearly indicative of a brand that’s going to become a — Continue reading…
Are you ready to get your home ready for the holidays and knock out all your holiday shopping, in one affordable swoop? 2Modern’s SO EXCITED to announce the huge sales of designer favorites iittala, Blomus and Kartell. From fabulous furniture, to one-of-a-kind tableware to all the super-affordable gadgets and designer — Continue reading…
From architectural patterns to absolute truths illustrated colorfully, to surprising architecture to punch-in-the-face pattern for your floor, this week’s favorite pins took on an unplanned mix of bold, geometric, lofty and astrological, and we’re totally alright with that. We’re still feeling the geometric trend, but it’s taking on all new — Continue reading…
Sunday in color is a brand new online store dedicated to colorful children decoration and toys. The shop consists of handpicked colorful kids items all around the world. Most products come from independent and small designers who produce handmade and colorful things! Here are a few brands: Petit Pan, — Continue reading…
From crazy ways to transport yourself over waterways and cities, from giving love to a city that we all love, to magic mushrooms that one day might make up our structures, we cull all the design news from around the world, pick out our favorites that we think would apply — Continue reading…
Check out this minimal and modern hut located in the middle of nature in Eastern France. A dreamy sort of thing, it’s a module of a small size that you cross into through a stepwell. Meeting the basic needs of life, it also meets other simple needs, like:shelter, room to — Continue reading…
Made for the the Sueddeutsche magazine in Germany, Dave Hakkens was asked (along with 8 other designers like Hella Jongerius and more) to design a product that could be made by folks at home. Involving materials you can reuse that are found around the house, this is sort of basically — Continue reading…
Regardless of your style or location this Thanksgiving, I hope that this provides a bit of inspiration for a beautiful event! Or a fun & creative one, whatever it is you’re going for . You can find all Thanksgiving posts sorted on the blog (and lots more table ideas and crafts) here. Style Me Pretty [...]
Take the industrial, traditional desk lamp shape, blow up it up huge, and you’ve got Delightfull’s new Diana Floor Lamp. From the website: ”This contemporary fresh classic lamp turns any room into a giant colorful inviting space. Ideal for big lofts and artist studios, this creative floor lamp composed by a — Continue reading…
There’s been a trend of recent years, we’ve noticed, by certain photographers, to find beauty in the mundane, often-run down surroundings of our urban life. But as one can clearly see, though plenty of great work exists, Bert Danckaert’s work has just got that little something extra that is making — Continue reading…
Design Build Love two young DIY designers building love in their home Skip to content Home About Us Contact Advertising Sponsorships Home Tour Our Wedding Parties Project List Press Shop DBL Search : for November Projects : A Personal Challenge Office Layout Stalemate Fall'n In Love with Fall Colors Dutch Boy Paint Review Posted on November 8, 2012 by Design Build Love Everyone knows that fall brings an amazing array of colors . nbsp The yellows , oranges , and reds that brighten the landscape this time of year is literally one of my favorite things in the whole world And seeing those bold hues against the still-green grass and shrubs literally puts a ridiculous smile on my face Ya , it might just be . me Well , Fall colors inspire me in more than just outside landscaping . nbsp When
: Design Build Love two young DIY designers building love in their home Skip to content Home About Us Contact Advertising Sponsorships Home Tour Our Wedding Parties Project List Press Shop DBL Search : for October Sponsors Rock Fall'n In Love with Fall Colors Dutch Boy Paint Review November Projects : A Personal Challenge Posted on November 6, 2012 by Design Build Love As I mentioned yesterday in my Sponsor Thanks post , I had a lot of October projects that simply didnâ t get done . nbsp It totally bummed me out , but sometimes , life just gets in the way . nbsp So , as a way to personally challenge myself , Iâ m laying it all out in the open . nbsp I know a lot of bloggers donâ t share what projects theyâ re working on or the details of anything until the reveal , but Iâ m going to