7/06/2008

Bedrooms, The Art Of Placement



Feng Shui literally translates to wind and water. It's the art of placement of furniture and objects so as to have good flow of chi or energy, and nowhere is this idea more important than the bedroom. Even if you don't subscribe to the chi theory, Feng Shui is an excellent tool in interior design, especially modern interior design. Visit the link for the main points of Feng Shui and DIY a peaceful bedroom.

Inori Stacking Bone China



Inori bone china is functional and sculpturally stunning. When not in use it stacks to save space or display. The lids function as plates and bowls.

7/04/2008

Olympic Architecture





The 2008 Olympic Stadium is a unique modern backdrop for the opening ceremonies. The "Bird's Nest", as it is called is jointly designed by Herzog and De Meuron Architekten AG, Switzerland, and China Architecture Design Institute.

7/03/2008

Bulldang Seat


Bulldang is a wonderfully deconstructed form that you can mold into the seating structure you desire.

7/02/2008

Anne Quinn


Anne Quinn Floor Cushions have great texture and sleek design. It's minimal gone wild.

7/01/2008

Hang Nguyen Paintings





Works by artist Hang Nguyen.

6/30/2008

Organic Dinnerware





These are some fun designs for organic dinnerware available at Lille.

6/27/2008

Jean Arp








I'm off for two days so I wanted to leave you with some interesting art to ponder. This is the work of Jean (Hans) Arp, a French Dadaist/Surrealist. Visit the link for more of these stunning forms.

6/26/2008

Fold It Up Design






Some great little space savers that can be folded, packed or collapsed. Includes a canvas bucket and grill among others.

6/23/2008

Wall Decals




Allposters has added a large collection of wall decals to help you affordably decorate your home.

6/22/2008

Eames Stamps Released

On June 17, 2008, in Santa Monica, California, the Postal Service™ issued 42–cent commemorative stamps Charles and Ray Eames in a commemorative sheet featuring 16 different designs. Honoring the husband-and-wife design team of Charles and Ray Eames, this commemorative sheet of 16 stamps was designed by Derry Noyes of Washington, DC, and represents the breadth of their extraordinary body of creative work, which includes architecture, furniture, film and exhibits.

6/20/2008

Sustainable Design







Sustainable design offered at Branch. Some fun and cool stuff.

6/18/2008

Blu Dot





Furnishings from the Chicago based company Blu Dot.

6/16/2008

Light Emitting Wallpaper

Fabulous design, light emitting wallpaper. As long as it is "off" this appears to be ordinary wallpaper. When "on", you have a 2D source of light. Presented as part of Design Scoops, new work by ten creatives from divergent creative fields, Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 September 2007 in Amsterdam. Appears to be a prototype.

6/15/2008

Making Concrete Planters




Concrete planters are durable throughout the year and a great aesthetic choice for a modern garden. Here is a great link to making your own, or if you're not so inclined, purchasing your own.