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The exterior facade of a building with a tall concrete wall and a huge hole in it with large windows and Venetian blinds

Venetian Blinds…A Sight for Sore Eyes

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It was Monday morning when I began prepping for this week’s post. I had several ideas in mind, but I decided to go for the least trendy yet, probably one…

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A Fritz Fryer pendant light over a side table creating a beautiful ambiance in this cozy bedroom. Image by Fritz Fryer.

Lights :: The Basics

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I’ve been wanting to write a post about lighting for a long time now. For some reason, something always happened and I kept on postponing it, until now. It just…

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The Brdr. Krüger ARV Dining Chair standing in front of a wooden entrance. The noticeable attribute of this image is the color harmony and that includes the beige like terrazzo flooring. Image by Nest.

Terrazzo’s New Age

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One of the oldest composite materials ever is on the comeback with a modern take – terrazzo. It is one of the newest trends in the design industry. Most of…

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A large home library room with two Fritz Hansen Plenum armchairs that make a huge statement yet provide an incredible sense of discreteness. Image by Nest.

Style a Bookcase like a Pro!

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Reading is always a good idea. Books are priceless possessions that accumulate over the years. Even at this digital era where cell-phones, tablets and all those gadgets that help us…

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More is MORE! Hello Maximalism!

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Minimalism by definition is characterized by simple massive forms and extreme spareness. Although, at first it was a movement in sculpture and art, it soon took over music, fashion and…

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A pink modern sofa bed in a warm minimal setting. Image by Nest.

Your Ultimate Trend Guide for your Sofa Scout

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Sofas are probably the single most important piece of furniture you’ll ever own. Personally, I think that no matter what other furnishings you might buy in the near future or…

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