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Though beds were made for sleeping on, we often find ourselves nestling under that duvet way before slumber. Once we’re there, getting up again can be oh-so-painful, so a well-stocked nightstand is key. Keep these products nearby to ensure a smooth transition to bedtime and a good morning when you rise.
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Maybe it’s due to the Mad Men craze, or the annoying rate at which today’s gadgets become obsolete, but there’s something charming about old technology. Sure, antique phones, TVs and music players might not be incredibly useful any longer, but in their day they were innovative, exciting, and desired by every American family. For all those who remember spinning the dial on a rotary telephone, changing the ribbon on a typewriter or adjusting the rabbit ears on a black-and-white TV—or for anyone who longs for simpler times—these fashionable retro products combine the romance of vintage tech with the quality and functionality of the 21st century. They remind us how far we’ve come and how quickly things change—there’s no way to predict which technologies the future will bring.
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Faux cobwebs may be appropriate only one
month a year, but there’s no reason that spine-chilling design
should be reserved just for the Halloween season. With chicness
remaining our number one criteria, we’ve found decor that also
spans the spooky spectrum, from creepy-crawly lamps to tarantula… Read More »
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Museums preserve the stories of ancient
eras, breathe fresh life into history and bring the world’s most
precious art and artifacts to the public, so it’s no question that
their extraordinary collections deserve equally extraordinary
homes. From the gorgeous 12th-century French royal fortress… Read More »
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Need a fresh look? Swapping even one or
two of your old lampshades might just do the trick. A pop of
pattern, color, or texture is always a tired room’s best boost—and
when illuminated, these decorating basics pack twice the punch. It
can be hard to find stores that sell shades on their own… Read More »
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Make Some Waves
Architects Min/Day created this computer carved water droplet pattern (that reflects the lake view from the bedroom) out of slices of Baltic birch plywood, glued together in stacks.
Jagged Edges
Designer Kelly Wearstler…
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The current economic situation may not lend itself to a whole room re-do, but with many major retailers slashing prices and introducing affordable new products, inexpensive, yet fabulous, décor is more available than ever. So we scoured our favorite sites in search of linens, accessories, and furniture all priced under $100, and we were amazed at what two figures could buy. Take a look at the fabulous finds—whether you choose just one stellar piece or a handful, you’ll have a stylish new sleeping space at price that won’t give you nightmares. Read More »
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Sometimes a film location can be so fantastic it can make a so-so flick a pleasure to watch. Ideally we’d love a thought-provoking plotline but for us, a dreamy home can be just as much of an escape. A stunning location, cutting-edge architecture, and perhaps a handsome homeowner—we have enough to write our own fairytale. Though no matter how much of a role houses plays in film, they’re the only stars that don’t make it into the opening credits. In their honor, we’ve gathered the most inspiring, breathtaking, fantasy-inducing homes of the movies. Drum roll please...
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When designers work on show houses, they run into problems just as the rest of us do at home. Our group was no exception. Air vents located smack dab in the middle of walls, awkward nooks and niches and white-box rooms void of architectural details—you name it, they dealt with it. Luckily for us, these stylish spin masters think fast on their feet. Each designer came up with solutions that are both spotlight-stealing and relevant for homes anywhere. Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (1) | Blog
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Like most pros in her field, Nurse Jackie spends more time at work than at home. The idea of glamming up her sterile New York City ER and the dingy waiting lounge may seem like one of her drug-induced fantasies, but Matthew Berman, Andrew Kotchen, Christopher Coleman and Angel Sanchez have made it a beautiful reality. With their designs, Jackie can now retreat to a room where happy pills pour from the ceiling and couture linens swaddle her while she sleeps. When she wakes, her waiting room is calm and its decor is soothing and sophisticated. See the spaces and watch Jackie get the treatment she deserves.
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