Month: September 2010

GET THE LOOK: THE SHINING

To me, design is a personal thing, the greatest inspiration being drawn from your own interests. I love movies, so whenever I watch them I always keep an eye out for style ideas. Take this shot from the hotel in…

LOOKALIKES: DESIGN WITHIN REACH

Have you ever paid a visit to the gorgeous and overpriced store Design Within Reach and thought to yourself, “Yeah right! More like Design OUT OF Reach!” I searched around the store and picked out some favorite items, then came…

IKEA’s BEST Bargain: The Coffee Table

Selecting a coffee table can be a daunting task. A central location for guests to gather around, a canvas to display beautiful books, and a place to rest your coffee, a good coffee table always becomes the centerpiece of every…

GET THE LOOK: PRESIDENTIAL SUITE

Did you ever wonder what it feels like to SLEEP like a President? Here are a few cheap ideas inspired by some classic presidential bedrooms. Eisenhower bedroom Kennedy bedroom Reagan bedroom Mini Chandelier for $62.88 from Walmart.com Sleep in luxury…

DIY TIP OF THE DAY

Think twice before throwing away that bookcase you don’t use anymore. Try repurposing it into a rolling media cart (or a clever room divider) by adding casters. All you need is an electric drill and this step-by-step guide. Here’s how!…

2-IN-1: CLOCKS!

I’ve always been a big fan of clocks. Not only are they extremely handy when you’re running late, but they make a great artistic statement as well. A handsome piece such as this graphically striking example below can instantly become…

GET THE LOOK: JONATHAN ADLER

If you’re as into Interior Design as I am, you probably already know who Jonathan Adler is. I happen to really appreciate his clean lines and quasi mod gestalt, it’s just his PRICES I can’t deal with. Using his designs…