Your bedroom is a sanctuary that should be a restorative space to rest and relax. Streamlining your bedroom will help to create that tranquil retreat. ‘Your bedroom should be a calming place to escape from the chaos, relax your brain, and get a restful night’s sleep,’ says Michelle Urban, founder […]
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China International Carpet Fair 2023 Will Collocate with Hotel & Shop Plus in Shanghai
SHANGHAI, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The 2023 China International Carpet Fair will be held from March 28-31 together with Hotel & Shop Plus, the leading event catering to hospitality and commercial space organized by IM Sinoexpo, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Local and international carpet manufacturers, exporters, and […]
these are my color rules |
I’ve moved home multiple times as an adult, trading up from tiny, shared rentals, to a small apartment of my own, on to a cottage and, finally, a series of increasingly larger Victorian houses. Every time, I’ve sought to make my living room the heart of my home – and, […]
Studio Matteo Nunziati designs a bedroom furniture collection, inspired by the Modernist movement, featuring meticulous details that enhance any interior
Milan, Italy Designed by Matteo Nunziati for Bonaldo, the Nelson collection, with which the Venetian company offers an entire range of products for the bedroom, including a bed, bedside table, vanity table, home office, and bench that create an environment imbued with new Bonaldo design inspirations. For its inclusive design, […]
Vista Outdoor Appoints Derek Tarlecki as President, Simms Fishing Products
Tarlecki most recently served as chief integration officer at Simms, where he led the brand’s integration into Vista Outdoor and helped the team deliver 25 percent year-over-year growth in the third quarter. ANOKA, Minn., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), the parent company of 41 renowned brands […]
Meet 3 Homeowners Who Have a Taste for Gothic Interior Decor
Gothic-inspired interior decor is back in trend — think skulls, bats, and even Ouija boards. For many homeowners, Gothic-inspired decor is a reflection of their ghoulish tastes and a chance for self-expression. Even people who aren’t completely committed to the aesthetic are buying Gothic decor items to spice up their […]
A Controversial Interior Design Trend for 2023? Brutalism
Fast forward to 2023, however, and brutalism is making a serious comeback. In the Oscar-nominated Tár, a brutalist Berlin apartment gathered just as much audience intrigue as Cate Blanchett character of Lydia. When Vogue published its annual interior-design trend report, multiple designers noted they’d seen an uptick in its signature […]
How can I make my small room look expensive? |
You may not agree, but the smallest rooms in our homes are often the most delightful to design and decorate. Though small rooms can present many interior design challenges, there are several benefits to compact living. A well-designed scheme can feel just as comfortable as a larger space, with all […]
John Oliver Nails It on AI
Suggested Event The Battery Show Europe/Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo Europe 2023 May 23, 2023 to May 25, 2023 You got to hand it to John Oliver and his team. For a non-tech broadcast, they got artificial intelligence right, even the scary parts. Someone did some excellent research, and it wasn’t […]
Fisker PEAR: New Images Reveal Exterior Design
Fisker releases new images of the Fisker PEAR and it gives us the best view of the exterior design we’ve ever seen. Fisker PEAR front end. Today, during Fisker’s Q4 2022 earrings release, the company revealed some new images of the Fisker PEAR. The Fisker PEAR is quite impressive from […]
Inside the Homes of 7 Oscar Winners
It should come as no surprise that a peek through the AD archives can land you a glimpse at the homes of several Oscar winners—after all, AD’s been touring the homes of celebrities practically since its inception in 1920. In preparation for this year’s Academy Awards ceremony on March 12, […]
A Brief History of Cookies and Cookie Decorating | History
From the outside, the David Parr House looks like a typical terraced building in Cambridge, England. Inside, however, the walls of this seemingly unassuming home are adorned with friezes, stained glass, gilded molding and vibrant designs, all crafted by decorative artist David Parr between 1886 and 1927. A representative of […]
With a whisper-quiet flush, Niagra’s Shadow 0.8 uses half as much water as traditional models for the world’s most powerful, high-efficient toilet
Flower Mound, Texas, USA Learning from problems identified by building professionals who install and repair toilets to find out what details are important to them, the design team of Niagra Conservation Corporation have developed the water-saving, ultra-quiet Niagra Shadow 0.8 GPF. For its innovative design, the Niagra Shadow 0.8 GPF […]
German Villa Transformed With Built-in Sofa, Green Hues + Slide
When tasked with transforming the main level of an old villa in Stuttgart, Germany, Studio Alexander Fehre removed as many walls as possible to open the space up. The homeowners, who are in the medical field, longed for a clean, minimalist home that was mostly white, which resulted in some […]
How to create repetition in interior design: for decorating success |
There are many design principles to follow when decorating your home to ensure a beautiful and successful scheme, and here, we explore the power and importance of using repetition in interior design. When it comes to the best interior design tips, you can’t go wrong with this one. Repetition is […]
Is floor seating good? This ancient design trend explained
My old apartment wasn’t big. At just 250 square feet there was room to host friends, but only with some clever design tricks. Yet when I did have friends over they commented on how the space felt airy, more open, welcoming even. And I always managed to accommodate more people […]
Kengo Kuma and Associate’s design for the H.C. Andersen Hus Museum is an architectural reflection of the dualities of the Danish writer’s stories that still
Odense, Denmark “The idea behind the architectural design resembled Andersen’s method, where a small world suddenly expands to a bigger universe,” elaborates Kengo Kuma and Associates. Yuki Ikeguchi of Kengo Kuma and Associates with Cornelius Vöge and landscape architects MASU Planning has designed the H.C.Andersen Hus Museum for the Odense […]
Is CapMetro’s bus design in the show correct?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Fans of HBO’s “The Last of Us” already know the TV series’ pilot takes place in Austin. But how accurate was its depiction of CapMetro’s bus designs? Officials with CapMetro’s Vehicle Maintenance Department reviewed interior and exterior shots of a CapMetro bus — then referred to as […]
I’m an interior designer and here’s four very impractical design choices – you’ll be sick of clearing grime out of one
AN INTERIOR designer has taken to TikTok to share the four design choices he would never have in his home as they’re totally impractical. Jordan revealed that while vessel sinks, free-standing baths and black matte cabinets might look great, they’re a nightmare to keep clean. 2 Jordan took to TikTok […]
New SCH1/MCCCC design drawings unveiled
New design drawings unveiled for the Sydney Children’s Hospital Stage 1 and Minderoo Children’s Comprehensive Cancer Centre (SCH1/MCCCC) highlight private family spaces, diverse play and recreation areas, and an emphasis on natural light and nature within the building. New mother Rebekah understands first-hand the difference these new facilities would make […]