One of my favorite things about modern design is that it gives equal consideration to aesthetics and utility. Even the simplest modern furniture often has some kind of dual functionality, or at least some subtle quirk or changeable feature designed to make the piece more usable. But the extra utility isn’t just added on, it’s […]
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Multi-Function Modern Bed Frames: Making The Most Of Your Bedroom
17
Jul
Jul
My favorite thing about modern design isn’t the simplicity or minimalism, it’s the efficiency. While traditional furnishings are built primarily with appearance in mind, modern furniture is often made for functionality, creating furniture that serves multiple purposes while taking up a minimum amount of space. Modern beds are a great example of this; traditional beds […]
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Choosing The Perfect Bedding Part 2: Understanding Thread Count (And Why It Doesn’t Matter As Much As You Think)
02
Jul
Jul
Thread count is probably the most commonly used indicator of quality when it comes to bedding. It’s common knowledge that a higher thread count means better sheets, and often people will buy sheets based on that number alone. Unfortunately, the entire concept of thread count has become somewhat outdated. Machine weaving has made it possible […]
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Choosing The Perfect Bedding Part 1: Finding The Right Material
08
Jun
Jun
It used to be really easy to find the best bed sheets: all you had to do was look for the ones with the highest thread count (and, let’s be honest, the highest price tag). But a lot has changed in the way sheets are made, and now neither thread count nor price are a […]
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Accent Chairs With Personality – Choosing A Chair To Showcase Your Style
26
Apr
Apr
When it comes to seating, there’s often a pretty wide divide between chairs that are comfortable and chairs that look cool. This isn’t always the case, of course, but by and large the chair you love to sit in probably isn’t going to be the focal point of your living or entertaining space. The good […]
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Multi-Function Coffee Tables To Streamline A Modern Living Room
17
Apr
Apr
It’s no secret that I love multi-functional furniture. From sleeper sofas to storage beds and everything in between, my small-space-loving heart soars when I find a great piece of furniture that really earns its keep. Nesting tables, ladder chairs, garden stools – you name it, if it does more than one thing well, I love […]
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Wire Framed Furniture And Furnishings For A Contemporary Decor
01
Apr
Apr
Right now, many homeowners are starting to downsize and simplify their lives. That means smaller homes with increasingly minimalist interiors. There’s little room for pomp and circumstance in a heavily trafficked contemporary home, and even less for clutter. But this seemingly straightforward trend has manifested in a few unusual ways, not the least in the […]
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Making A Case For Nesting Tables: A Stylish Solution For A Smaller Living Space
24
Mar
Mar
I remember when I was growing up my grandparents had a set of nesting tables. I loved them in the way that kids do because the smallest one was just the right size for me. But even though I’ve since grown out of hosting tea parties for teddy bears on teeny tiny tables, they remain […]
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Stylish Dining Chairs To Put The Formal Back In The Dining Room
07
Mar
Mar
Over the past few years, the formal dining room has sort of fallen by the wayside as homeowners and designers alike clamor for bigger, more open and more integrated kitchens. But the maligned formal dining room is starting to make a comeback, with a strong emphasis on the formal. This might be surprising; the trend […]
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Stunning Modern Bed Frames That Are Anything But Ordinary
19
Feb
Feb
As popular as modern design has become in other parts of the home, it’s been slow to catch on when it comes to decorating the bedroom. The reason for this is pretty simple: a minimalist design made up of all sharp, severe lines can easily feel cold, sterile, or just plain empty and uninteresting – […]