A Wicklow-based architecture firm has won a prestigious UK award for its design of a house in Greystones, Co Wicklow. Delgany-based Arc Design was shortlisted in two categories at the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) annual awards and won the overall Alan King Award for Streamline House. Arc was ... Read More »
French designers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec present the Chains collection with Galerie Kreo, which showcases a continuation of forms that the brothers have been developing for many years. Representing key aspects of their research, the lighting designs typify traits of modules, assembly and the relationship with the surrounding space. The ... Read More »
Architects Paul de Ruiter and Chris Collaris have transformed a former private museum in Rotterdam into an energy-neutral townhouse, featuring outdoor spaces on each level of its remodeled rear facade. In one of the oldest streets in Rotterdam, we designed the renovation of a monumental townhouse. We transformed the former ... Read More »
The apartment located on the banks of the Moscow River with views of the industrial landscapes. Interior designed by buro5, entirely under urban style, decorated with rough materials typical for the urbanenvironment, in dark colors. The apartment is located in a 40-storey high-rise building, in which there are no ... Read More »
Even non-bibliophiles quaver under the splendor of Belle’s library or shed a small tear when thinking about the library of Alexandria turning into smithereens. Because books elevate any room’s IQ, they have often been used for interior design. But if like me, you find yourself on the hoarding end of ... Read More »
Emily Henderson is quite possibly one of the most charming home and lifestyle bloggers. Her aptitude for styling and decorating is something you don’t come by very often, and her friendly, cheeky personality is even rarer. We sat down with Emily to chat about her partnership with IZZE and all ... Read More »
Let the change in weather be your cue to swap out your summertime décor with the bold, rich tones of autumn. Whether your style is contemporary or early American, these design tips will add festive fall spirit to any home. Try some of these simple tips to bring cheer to ... Read More »
‘Twas the night before Christmas (or Hanukkah, or Thanksgiving), and all through the house … not a single decoration was hung, not even that one from Rouses. Sound familiar? The holidays often are a blur of cooking, entertaining, shopping and attending parties. Especially in New Orleans, where the holidays don’t ... Read More »
Home décor cataloger and eStore Ballard Designs announced it will expand its brick-and-mortar prototype stores to four new locations in 2017, reported Chain Store Age. Three locations have already been chosen — Natick Mall in Natick, MA; Roosevelt Field in Garden City, NY; and South Park in Charlotte, NC — while the ... Read More »
QWe have a busy house and enjoy hosting our kids’ friends and our own guests. What advice do you have for redesigning a kitchen for entertaining? What island, seating and table solutions do you suggest, and what surfaces are best for kitchens that are supposed to be lived in, not ... Read More »
Cost Plus World Market® (www.worldmarket.com) wants to send you home for the holidays! As a way to give back to its customers, the specialty retailer has launched its annual “Share the Joy” contest now through November 30, 2016. This year’s contest will send four lucky winners to see and spend ... Read More »
A campaign led by Phil Doig to stop the potential demolition of 56 Barrack Street gained almost 800 signatures of support. Home to former furniture store Robertson’s for almost 130 years until the firm’s demise in 2011, plans have been lodged with Dundee City Council to turn the building into student ... Read More »
