Hans J. Wegner’s Oculus Chair was designed in 1960, but there were only two prototypes made — one in orange fabric, the other in leather — and the chair was largely forgotten. A hal
Venice is one of the most magical, timeless places I can think of. A floating city steeped in tradition and culture, and characterized by winding alleys and canals, it is truly a goldmine of inspiration. I have visited Venice many times and each time I go, I am awestruck by the city’s rich colors. The crystal blue of Murano glass, the red brick of the palazzos, the dramatic black of the gondolas, the purple and pink of the traditional Venetian masks — the eye-catching colors are endless.
Beyond color, Venice is a place of great architecture and design, which is why it is home of the Arts Biennale, an international festival of contemporary art (www.labiennale.org).
Designer Hieu Nguyen designs modern, minimalistic, and clean interiors with an edge. The following collection of images are a testament to his versatility–there are muted color palettes with simple, fluid renderings for the bachelor-pad-worthy rooms, and more vibrant, oranges and warm wood accents for a kids’ room and guest room sitting area. His designs span castle-inspired interiors, complete with hanging, iron-wrought chandeliers, wooden and stone interiors, and deep red tapestries to sleek, modern, white kitchens and luxurious living rooms for the modern-day home-owner. Ngu
Im so thankful to my great friend Lisa of the Hamptontoes blog for her wonderful feature on my Hamptons Showhouse room!
Head over to HAMPTONTOES to read the post and see all the photos!
Staying cool in summer is harder than is seems.
Even the air conditioning is just not enough sometimes. Whether you’re looking for some fresh air at home or a breeze at work, fans are a summer must-have.
You don’t have to sacrifice style by picking up whatever is available at the local store.
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