Tags archives: modern-home

Ronbow: Timeless Design Meets Modern Ingenuity

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There are few companies that have the ability to encompass historical design paradigms throughout their product collections. One brand that we have kept our eye on is Ronbow, a Northern California based luxury bathroom furnishings manufacturer. Ronbow has moved beyond established design niches, not only with their newly released Signature Series, but in [...]

Made In Italy

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Italian writer and critic Umberto Eco once said, "If other countries had a theory of design, Italy had a philosophy, maybe even an ideology of design.” During the mid-twentieth century, most of Europe shifted their design concept to focus on functionality; on the contrary, Italian brands decided not to jump on the bandwagon, instead incorporating modern life[...]

Emerald City Style

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“Lively. Radiant. Lush… A color of elegance and beauty that enhances our sense of well-being, balance and harmony.” This week Pantone  chose Emerald as their 2013 Color of the Year. Sophisticated and luxurious, emerald is associated with prosperity and renewal. And it’s no surprise. Whether a glittering gemstone or a fresh sapling, the color green is a n[...]

Branch out into Good Design

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Autumn is upon us, from the shorter days to the crisp cool nights. And while it may be hard to compete with a festive pumpkin spice latte, the real superstar of fall is nature’s beauty. As the leaves change color and fall to the ground, we’re left to wonder, what would autumn be if not for the trees? Take a leaf from nature and go out on a limb. Spruce u[...]

Interior Design Best of Year Awards 2012

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It’s time to vote for the Interior Design Best of Year Awards 2012! Interior Design Magazine is asking voters to weigh in and decide who should take home the coveted “Best of Year” award in a variety of interior design categories. While we would never tell you who to vote for, we’ve picked out our favorites from some of the most contested categories. [...]

Interior Design Best of Year Awards 2012

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It’s time to vote for the Interior Design Best of Year Awards 2012! Interior Design Magazine is asking voters to weigh in and decide who should take home the coveted “Best of Year” award in a variety of interior design categories. While we would never tell you who to vote for, we’ve picked out our favorites from some of the most contested categories. [...]

Designs That Rock!

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Roll over, Beethoven! From AC/DC to ZZ Top, rock ‘n’ roll is a way of life. But why leave your rock reverence for the stage when you can amp up the design in your own home? Whether you’re looking to bring the recording studio to your studio apartment or turn your posh pad into a mosh pit, we’ve got just the designs to make you twist and shout. So pull[...]

Contemporary Cottage on Bainbridge Island

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Bainbridge Island is an island city located in Puget Sound, Washington, off the coast of Seattle.  It was named by Money magazine as the second-best place to live in the United States. Occasionally we will get sent information on homes for sale on this lovely island. We wanted to pass along one particular contemporary cottage redesign that caught our eye. T[...]

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) –[...]

Beautiful Home on Bainbridge Island

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This amazing 4 bedroom, 4,000 square foot house has recently gone on the market and is a beautiful example of the mix of modern architecture in a natural environment. The house was recently built by the architectural firm BUILD llc and is located on Washington state's beautiful Bainbridge Island.  The home was designed to be both modern and beautiful, but t[...]