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Sunday April 23rd, 2006

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facets

facets

i thought it might be fun this week to add a little audio commentary to the photos below. if you feel like a bit more facets talk, [click here] to listen to a little expansion of the text and photos below. this week’s trend is one i’ve been sort of obsessed with for the past…

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Thursday April 13th, 2006

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modern floral

modern floral

flower power has graduated to the next level- today’s designs embrace all things floral, but with a new, modern twist. whether it’s an upholstered chair or a bold new wallpaper design, flowers are popping up all over- sometimes in the most unlikely of places. designers are putting their spin on the traditional floral motif- whether…

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Sunday March 26th, 2006

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delft blue

delft blue

i’m often drawn to colors in a magnetic way- a deep cherry red, a great mustardy yellow and most recently, warm, rich grays. but over the past month or so i’ve noticed that delft blue, a beautiful color that has its origins in 17th century holland, popping up all over the place. delft blue (sometimes…

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Sunday March 12th, 2006

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faux bois

faux bois

faux bois, “fake wood” in french, is all the rage these days. the look of wood grain- in textiles, papers and furniture- has been popular throughout the history of interior design, but lately accessories styled to look like actual wood, or with a wood grain “look” are everywhere: at most good design shops around the…

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Sunday March 5th, 2006

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pop your cork!

pop your cork!

i’ve wanted to write a little roundup on cork for some time now- this spongey, eco-friendly material has been all over in the design world for the past season or so and is starting to catch on in a big way because of its environmental attributes and ability to mold well to create various forms…

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Saturday February 25th, 2006

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ships ahoy!

ships ahoy!

ships ahoy! design fans because the very first installment of d*s mini trends is all about nautical influences on modern design. whether you’re shopping for textiles or accessories to add a little “pop”, it’s all about pieces with rope, anchor and ship detailing- or that classic sea-faring combo of royal blue, white and red. [buttons…

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