Put a Bird On It!

3:01 pm in Lamp, Light, Lighting by Troy Turner

The latest in a trend of avian-themed product designs, the Marina’s Bird collection takes the form of our feathered friends in an iconic series of ceiling and tabletop lamps. Sure to bring life to any interior space, the playful designs comes in a wide range of materials from wood to glass to fit any style.

Designer: Fajnodesign

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Ceramic Craftsmanship

3:01 pm in Furniture, Seating, Stool by Troy Turner

Somewhere between a three-legged stool and a china ornamet, the Ceramiko stool blurs the boundary between functional furniture and decoration. Made in Stroke-on-Trent in Staffordshire, England, the slip-cast stool keeps the tradition of quality ceramic craftsmanship that has continued in the area since the 17th century. Rest assured… it’s top notch. Get it here!

Designer: Moko Sellars

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by Katie

Digging for Gold

1:48 am in decor by Katie

Digging for a gold lamp, that is.

As I was searching for images for this post, I realized I have a serious addiction to gold lamps. There’s nothing wrong with that right? Guess that just means I need to put one in my home so I can stop continually blogging about them!

Anyway, I saw the first gold lamp on Bravo’s Interior Therapy with Jeff Lewis. Do you watch that show? Last week was the first time I’ve tuned in and I wouldn’t mind watching it again this week. I’ve been dreaming about that lamp since I first saw it and I can’t find it anywhere. Except in that second image. I thought perhaps Bravo would have it sourced on their site, but I didn’t see anything.

Finally, I found the third lamp, a very similar style, on a Danish website which then led me to an US site. (Which told me that the lamp is over $2,000! Total bummer.) After that, I gave up my search and started looking for glossy gold spray paints to create my own version of this lamp.

My question is – what do you do in situations like this? Have you ever searched high and low for something you’ve seen on television or another outlet? It seems that with the Internet finding such things can be pretty attainable, but what happens when you don’t find what you’re looking for that easily or affordably? Do you then DIY it?

I’d love to hear your thoughts!

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by Nuno

Wall Hanging Ideas for Your Bedroom Decor

9:11 pm in miscellanea by Nuno

Wall hangings have a significant impact on the comfort and feel of your bedroom. Deciding how to decorate your bedroom walls starts with finding a theme and getting hold of wall hangings that are calming, peaceful and a reflection of you!

3 ideas for decorating your bedroom wall include:

Quilts
Quilts are popular as wall hangings for good reason. They are beautiful works of art and tend to blend well with other bedroom decor decisions. You don’t have to go traditional with quilt patterns, either.

See quilt below, for instance:

Image Source: Flickr / bumblebeans

There are thousands of unique patterns out there as well as people who can create a quilt to your specifications, whether you want something old fashioned or a quilt with a science fiction theme.

Photographs

 
Image Source: Soda Head

Hanging pictures is another way to go. Create a series family photos or nature photos in black& white or sepia to give it that warm, old charm. Place them in similar frames. These can be arranged in a grid, staggered all over a wall, or in a neat arrangement. Don’t worry if you can’t find a dozen of the same photo frame, either. Try visiting a garage sale and use an assortment of antique frames for a more quirky look.

Artwork

Image Source: Zimbio

Whether you decide on traditional, 2-D paintings or the highly textured works of canvas art that are growing in popularity, it is important to keep a piece of art within your bedroom’s style and color palette. Choose paintings that have at least two colors in common with your bedroom’s decor and it will feel like a part of the room rather than an afterthought.

When it comes to bedrooms, the decor is arguably the most important decision. While the comfort level of the room is high up on the list, the appearance of your boudoir is a part of this comfort. If what you are looking at is not pleasing to your eyes, you will be less likely to spend extra time enjoying what is supposed to be the most enjoyable room of your home.

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Timed Cluck for Better Tea

8:48 pm in Kitchen by Radhika-Seth

Chicken & Kitchen is a quirky take on timer-enabled teapots. I love the bright red rooster-esque reference to the timer feature. As easy as it says….turn the crank to set the time from 5 minutes to about an hour, and at the set minute, this chicken is sure to cluck! Ah, the pleasures of a perfectly steeped cuppa chai; hard to deny myself one!

Size: 150x227x217(mm)
Materials: Stainless Steel & Plastic

Designer: Jin Young

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The Raincoat Bag!

8:18 pm in Uncategorized by Radhika-Seth

Love the idea of this Telescopic Raincoat, so much so that if it ever sees the light of day, I’m buying a pack of six for my family! A strategically located drawstring near the hood folds the entire raincoat inside out to a dry bag, making it easy to carry indoors. Unfurling the coat simply requires you to shake it out. Simple and awesome!

Telescopic Raincoat is a 2011 red dot design concept winner.

Designers: Jia Shenghui, Zhao Qiyun, Fan Jianjun, Zhou Hailun, Chen Jian, Chu Yuhui, Hong Yonghui & Zhang Yichi

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The Raincoat Bag!

8:18 pm in Uncategorized by Radhika-Seth

Love the idea of this Telescopic Raincoat, so much so that if it ever sees the light of day, I’m buying a pack of six for my family! A strategically located drawstring near the hood folds the entire raincoat inside out to a dry bag, making it easy to carry indoors. Unfurling the coat simply requires you to shake it out. Simple and awesome!

Telescopic Raincoat is a 2011 red dot design concept winner.

Designers: Jia Shenghui, Zhao Qiyun, Fan Jianjun, Zhou Hailun, Chen Jian, Chu Yuhui, Hong Yonghui & Zhang Yichi

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Braille Rail for the Visually Impaired

3:01 pm in Uncategorized by Troy Turner

This thoughtful design addresses the independence sought by visually impaired persons who prefer or have to get around spaces with out assistance from others. The Raynes Rail is a handrail system that features Braille messages located on the rail’s inner face. In addition to the raised messages, audio information can also be accessed at strategic locations (a tool which sighted individuals will also appreciate).

Designer: Coco Raynes Associates

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Audio On-The-Go

3:01 pm in Sound, Speakers by Troy Turner

FYLM is a foldable speaker that goes anywhere you want it to go!  Just millimeters thick, the flexible form can be folded and tucked away into any pocket, notebook or handbag for convenience. Simply unfold it and connect to your device for full, rich, directional sound. It’s the perfect on-the-go companion for portable audio anywhere. Genius!

Designer: designaffairs

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Fitness and Style Combined

3:01 pm in Uncategorized by Troy Turner

At first glance, Vela might look like nothing more than a peculiar modern sculpture, but it’s actually the first of a new breed of exercise equipment designed for the aesthetically attuned user. The design thumbs its nose at other exercise bikes that, more often than not, end up an eye-sore in many people’s living rooms.

Designer: Lunar Studio

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