Tag: black

  • Modern Lighting Designs from Grupa

    One of our favorite sources for modern style pieces, 2Modern, is carrying the Grupa line of light fixtures from Croatia. The Grupa design studio was founded in 2012 in Croatia.  They create innovative and versatile lamps for both residential and commercial applications. One of the most popular lighting fixtures from Grupa is the striking Arigato collection of floor lamps,…

  • A Vintage Vanity

    A Vintage Vanity

    We do a lot of vintage furniture makeovers. A lot of them. I love it because we’re all about sustainability and we’re all about the budget. Plus, it’s just fun! You feel like you’ve really accomplished something when you look at your beautiful handiwork after it’s all done. One of my favorite inspiration blog stories comes…

  • Encaustic Graphic Tiles at a Fraction of the Price

    Encaustic Graphic Tiles at a Fraction of the Price

    Today at Lark and Linen, Kristin from The Hunted Interior, is talking about one of her favorite looks – encaustic tiles! More importantly, cement encaustic tiles which are a favorite of mine. I’ve been obsessed with these Cuban patterned cement tiles from the Tile Gallery here in Chicago since… forever. Classic cement tiles are handmade, decorative,…

  • Nordic attic with open spaces and high ceilings

    I am ready to move in to this gorgeous Nordic attic space apartment!  I love the mix of  finishes, textures, sheen, and styles.  Sleek modern with vintage.  Black and white. Rustic and glamorous.  You can really appreciate the effort that went in to choosing each piece.  It’s lovely! Via Nordic attic with open spaces and high…

  • Tine K Home: Spring/Summer 2013 – MUST

    The spring and summer catalog for the new Tine K collection, “Must” is out and true to it’s name, it is full of Must Haves! The furnishings are simple and rustic. Creating a mood with materials, texture and colors – I’m feeling warmer already. These faceted glasses sparkle! I love the colors and patterns on…

  • Industrial Style Interior Design

    Industrial Style Interior Design

    I love everything about this Industrial Designed apartment! These oversized prints in thick black frames make perfect headboards and the wool plaid throw blankets at the foot of each twin bed are so cozy and “fall”.  The locker trunk makes a stylish bedside table and the factory lighting fixture overhead is just perfect. I love…

  • Things Are Looking Up!

    Things Are Looking Up!

    Ceilings are often ignored in favor of designing great looking floors and of course, great looking walls.  Just add some cans and a light fixture and you’re good to go.  Or are you?  Don’t overlook an opportunity to add more style to your design – it’s as easy as 1, 2, 3! So now that…

  • Mendel and Case Chelsea Apartment

    Mendel and Case Chelsea Apartment

    Let’s pretend this beautiful apartment is ours, shall we?  Gilles Mendel of J. Mendel is adding home furnishing designer to his resume so it’s only right that he invites us into his stunning Chelsea 1 bed, 1 bath 732 sq ft apartment to show the place off.  Mendel asked his boutique interior designer, David Mann…