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• No-rules Style

  

  Today's house tour takes us all the way to London where we visit the beautiful 1840s three-story town house of interior designer Harriet Anstruther where she... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Loaded Statements

  

  I'm not in favor of gun possession at all, but this handsome slip-cast ceramic lamps are worth the exception. How fun are these 9mm and AK-47 lamps? Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• For the Love of Bikes

  

  Apart from being a fun source of transportation, the bicycle has become a chic lifestyle accessory both on the road and at home—particulary in small dwellings... Read more

  Posted on 03 November 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• A Stylish New Entrée

  

  I remember planning my trip to Copenhagen over the Summer and reading about how wonderful the eating experience at the award-winning Noma was supposed to be. Read more

  Posted on 02 November 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Sharp and Beautiful

  

  How cool would it be living in an abandoned pencil factory? Well, you can get an good idea by snooping around this light and airy apartment in central... Read more

  Posted on 01 November 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Parisian Chic

  

  I spent all day yesterday indoors preparing for the eminent arrival of Hurricane Sandy. So between keeping up with the storm's track, catching up with a long... Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Less is More

  

  Most people often perceive minimalist spaces as stark and cold. But in reality there are many interpretation of this great style. Read more

  Posted on 26 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• A Chair out of the Box

  

  I've seen several interpretations of cardboard furniture, but this latest find is one of my favorites. The Re-Ply Reclincer is made with just four layers of... Read more

  Posted on 25 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Hands on

  

  Having worked as a set designer and window display stylist, I'm over the moon with this installation by London-based design firm Studio Xag, knowf for their... Read more

  Posted on 23 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Like Music to Your Ears

  

  Have you ever wondered what the pad of a DJ looks like? Well, you're in luck as today's I'll take you inside the funky Madrid loft of Turkish DJ Jay Cumhur. Read more

  Posted on 22 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Responsible Paints

  

  Believe it or not these beautiful color chips are made of recycled paint. Yes, you heard right. British interiors brand Mini Moderns, in collaboration with... Read more

  Posted on 20 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Go Purple

  

  I believe everyone is entitled to respect and understanding by others. By all means, nobody should be harassed or intimidated for being themselves and showing... Read more

  Posted on 19 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Hooked on Hooks

  

  I have a thing for hooks and always get über excited when I come across new designs that go beyond the expected. I love the simplicity of this modular version... Read more

  Posted on 18 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Scandinavian Charm

  

  Large rooms, lots of light and especially a great location are some of the features that closed the deal on this dreamy old brick home north of Copenhagen. Read more

  Posted on 17 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Contemporary Passion

  

  Behind the facades of four old town houses in the old part of Ljubljana city, Slovania, lies the modern interiors of the Vander Urbani Resort. The hotel's... Read more

  Posted on 16 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Bells Are Ringing

  

  A very dear friend of mine is getting married in February, and today I head down to Tampa, Florida, to spend the weekend and help her make some important... Read more

  Posted on 11 October 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Form & Function

  

  Inspired by the timeless design of the light bulb, these minimalist pendants are refined to a beautiful abstraction. The Form pendants are designed by Studio... Read more

  Posted on 10 October 2012 ARCHITECTURE, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• A Splash of Rock-and-roll

  

  In this ravishing Barcelona flat, art director and interior designer Cristina Ramos has merged, together with her husband-photographer Txema Yeste, a brilliant... Read more

  Posted on 09 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Quite a Good Find

  

  This past weekend was a one for celebrating. I went up to Boston to help my best friend celebrate his birthday—we spent a couple of days eating, drinking and... Read more

  Posted on 08 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Kidding Around

  

  A few weeks back a received a very delightful phone call from one of my dearest nieces (and avid reader of TheDesignerPad) to let me know she's was expecting.... Read more

  Posted on 05 October 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN