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Who says that kitchens have to look like, well, kitchens? If that thought sounds familiar, then step right up and acquaint yourself with SieMatic Kitchens’ BeauxArts line. SieMatic has been beautifying kitchens since 1929, but they’ve really outdone themselves with …
S. Russell Groves is one of my favorite New York-based designers (and believe me, there are a LOT of talented ones to choose from in that city). Viewing his work, you’ll notice a trend of clean lines, vintage-modern furniture, bold …
If you ask me, navy is sadly underused in the design world. I love it because it pairs so easily with warm neutrals, and can quickly go from cool and stark to cozy and inviting. This sofa does the trick …
I’ll admit, I’ve got a soft spot in my heart for graffiti and rock. I was a teenager in the ’90s who grew up in the ’80s with a hard rock loving sister and a mother who loved classical music. …
Ingo Maurer is no birdbrain. This German lighting designer has been wowing the lighting industry for some time now with his inventive designs. They’re a little bit unusual, sure, but they’re also incredibly beautiful. His “Birds, Birds, Birds” chandelier, for …
Bimorphic modernism. Kind of a mouthful, but really it’s a fairly simple design concept that’s based on mimicking the form and structure of living organisms. And Vladimir Kagan is one of the best in the bimorphic business. The fluid lines …
Almost too pretty to lean against, these pillows by Judy Ross are one of my new favorite finds. The knit has such a gorgeous sheen and color combo – you could base a whole room’s palette on them. I especially …
Is this lighting heavenly, or what? I’m infatuated with the soft finish of the Aquila quartz and alabaster chandelier. It’s so luxurious and luminous! Modern and dramatic, yet ethereal and elegant. Principal and creative directors Stephane and Frouwkje Pagani are …
I love stumbling across home decor that’s both beautiful and responsible. Take these tumblers, for instance. Does that shape look familiar to you? If you enjoy a nice glass of wine like this girl does, then it should! They’re made …
In the design world, no one likes to think about storage. It’s much more fun to pick out the pretty things, like wallpaper, pillows and paint colors. But, as much as we hate to admit it, ample storage is necessary …
I’ve always been a fan of having a bold piece of graphic art on the wall. That’s why I love James T. Greco’s work. While he makes use of a lot of black, along with bold splashes of color, his …
I have always loved the look of bone inlaid furniture. The black and white motif is so striking and easily adds a bit of ethnic flair to nearly any style room. For a new project I’m working on, we ordered …
Don’t you love it when a good thing gets even better? I know I do. One of my favorite furniture designers, Kenneth Cobonpue, just released a new line of lighting fixtures through Hive, the affiliate brand to his online furniture …
New York never ceases to amaze me, especially when it comes to the fabulous furniture I can find there. Center 44, for instance, is a brilliantly curated antique shop with some truly one-of-a-kind pieces. Their online selection isn’t half-bad, either …
Malcolm Hill is an NYC-based, mixed media artist, and you know I love almost anything from the Big Apple. But Hill’s work is easy to love for lots of reasons. It’s big and bold, yet somehow still conveys a subtle …
