Weighing the pros and cons of an open floor plan.
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Le Corbusier. A visionary architect and designer who set many precedents that architects still use today.
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As an enthusiast of traditional interior design, I am captivated by the timeless beauty and allure it brings to living spaces. Among the treasured elements, crystal glassware holds a special place in my heart. The delicate craftsmanship and sparkling brilliance of these pieces infuse an elegant charm that truly enriches any home. Glassware comes in a fascinating array of types and colors, making it a captivating aspect of interior design. From classic to contemporary styles, each type serves a distinct purpose, catering to various preferences and needs. Crystal glassware, with its intricate cuts and superior clarity, stands out as a…
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American Master of Architecture Born June 8, 1867 in Wisconsin to Anna Lloyd-Jones, a school teacher and William Wright, musician and preacher. Moved to Rhode Island for a while then back to Wisconsin. He went to the University of Michigan. He took engineering classes because at the time there was no instruction in architecture. He was looking to Chicago where the design of the new buildings fascinated him. His architecture instruction started by working in Chicago for J.L. Sillsbee doing architectural detail drawings then to Dankmar Adler and Louis Sullivan. Eventually he opened his own architecture firm. During this time…
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. How can art help with anxiety?
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For 2023 I thought I would search for the design trends for this year. Not that I am too interested in trends generally, but I thought I would just satisfy my curiosity. Along with a trend toward warmer colors, the two trends I found the most interesting should be grouped together because they are basically the same. The trends of (1) using curved lines instead of the straight lines of mid-century modern and (2) trending toward a nouveau style. Art Nouveau (French for “new art”). It was popular around the turn of the 20th century for a short period of…
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The way we live in our homes should be a reflection of the dweller and what they are comfortable with because it is their space. Since I was a teenager, my interior design style favorites included Victorian and “country” varieties, particularly French and English country. Today they’re many people leaning toward a more minimalist designContinue reading "Minimalist vs. Maximalist"