Monthly archives:April 2010

Design Profile – Thatcher Wine – Juniper Books

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Since 2001, Juniper Books has been designing and developing custom libraries for residential and commercial applications. As an outgrowth of owner Thatcher Wine’s antiquarian and collectible books business, Juniper has become the leader in the growing sector of custom libraries. Working with homeowners, yacht owners, interior designers, set designers, visual[...]

Tiny Hong Kong Apartment Transforms into 24 Rooms

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Fans of the popular robot toys Transformers, the 1980’s animated TV series, or even the more recent visual effects laden live-action films, will probably appreciate what Hong Kong-based architect Gary Chang has done with a 344 sq. ft. apartment. He’s taken this tiny space and it made it capable of converting into 24 different designs, just by the efficient u[...]

Sustainable Interior Design Products - Earth Day Every Day!

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With Earth Month coming to a close and environmental concerns becoming a worldwide political issue, eco-consciousness has reached an all time high. In light of increasing concern for our environment, many believe more emphasis should be put towards saving the earth every day. Consumers can take steps to protect the environment by simply replacing unsustainab[...]

Using Circles in Unique Ways in your Next Design

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There is no denying the circle’s place in history – everyone knows that the invention of the wheel literally moved human evolution forward from its previous position of walking while carrying objects. As a design element, the circle signifies many things; completion, wholeness – even spirituality. In architecture, the circle really provides the most economic[...]

GRAFF Shows How Sexy Their Contemporary Showers Can Be!

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We all knew that showers could be sexy, but this contemporary shower by GRAFF shows us just how sensuous a shower experience can be. In this video of the LUNA shower the long graceful lines of the Luna faucet are mirrored in the shower design, providing a look that is truly celestial.

Designer Profile - Studio M

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Licensed Interior Designer and ASID member Michelle Jennings Wiebe has used her gift and attention to detail to build her interior design firm, Studio M, to one of the leading firms in the Tampa Florida area. Learning her gift for detail at a young age, Michelle drafted floor plans, designed small scale homes and painted still life. Now, with more than six[...]

Cottage Living on Bainbridge Island

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We were sent another home on Bainbridge Island that has a very nice design and style. Bainbridge Island is just across the water from Seattle with its cottage exterior with upscale interiors fit for Coastal Living magazine. Property Profile: - 3794+/- sq ft main house – 3 bedrooms, 3 baths – Walk out lower level – 820 sq. ft. Guest House (1BR/ 1.75 BA) –[...]