This year has brought another exciting highlight to my work as a designer. About two months ago I was invited to participate in The Hampton Designer Showhouse in Bridgehampton, New York. Today my great friend Austin Handler of Mabley Handler Interior Design in the Hamptons gives us a look at the history of this celebrated showhouse. Tobi
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Summertime in the Hamptons conjures up many images: Beautiful shingle-style houses, stunning beaches, dining at great restaurants, and attending elegant benefit parties. Or,
Having modern furniture at home can make you feel comfortable and feel luxurious. Now furniture comes in different sizes, shapes, designs and colors. This furniture is already available in the different furniture store and online stores. With this you will achieve your goal of having an attractive and appealing home.
In designing your home, you can hire an interior decorator because these people are the most knowledgeable when it comes in designing your home. They have full knowledge about the right ways of interior decorating. But keep in mind that you should not give the full control in designing your home. You have to make sure that the final decision will be yours. Take time in communicating with your designer.
I first fell in love with chevrons when I was learning to knit and crochet — the simple twist on horizontal stripes always added a bit of punch to a project. The pattern has been quite popular for some time now, cited as a 2011 trend by designer Anne Hepfer, and seen everywhere from runways to interiors to stationery. Here are some of my favourite uses of the zigzag pattern:
Chevron wood floors are so dreamy. They give a room an extra touch of luxury. (It’s one of Lynda’s favourite things for 2011, too.)
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We would like to feature today these beautifully rendered modern designs by young, Polish 3D-artist, Greg Magierowsky. His minimalistic tastes and fluid design, particularly the wooden “floating stairs” and the use of very different wall finishes, such as marble and cement, are admirable. He uses pops of bright color throughout the various rooms, which are mostly inundated with dark brown, black, wood, and white tones. But
Hello everyone! Im Abbe Fenimore from Studio Ten 25 Interiors in Dallas, TX and am also the owner of the online chic boutique, Shop Ten 25. I was beyond excited when Tobi asked me to guest blog, especially when All American was the theme. I loved growing up in a military family and am a supporter of Made in the USA. When we buy American we support not only American manufacturers but also American workers, safe working conditions, and help keep the American economy growing. Here are my top five All-American products. I have used all of these products in my design projects and even in my own home.
CHRISTEN MAXWELL: The colors and prints in Maxwell’s collection are modern, graphic and work with a variety of decor styles. Chr