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When planning a home, many future parents dream of a nursery that is just as enjoyable for them as it is for the little resident who will sleep there—a sanctuary with a sophisticated design rather than merely a stimulating environment for baby. While the concept is a little anti-status quo, the new wave of nursery design proves a modern, adult-friendly aesthetic can be both stylish and practical.
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Singer and songwriter Jade Lundgren knew that with the right touch, her dated 90s kitchen could become the perfect space for her and her family. The vision began by expanding its footprint into a neighboring room, letting in natural light and opening up the possibilities to design something both beautiful and functional. It would take months for her plans to be realized, but with its immaculate details and natural warmth, Jade’s dream kitchen was well worth the wait.
[Read more…] about Before and After: A Beautiful Kitchen Transformation That Was Worth the Wait
After renovating a pre-war apartment, designer Monica Fried was left with a blank slate that had little architectural detail. But instead of keeping things cookie cutter, she made bold design choices to create a unique space reflecting the homeowners’ personalities. Here are three tips to help you achieve a similarly polished living space.
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I simply adore canopy beds. I longed for one as a child, pressured my mother into buying me one as a teenager, and owned one as an adult. What is it about this furniture style that draws adoration from the young and old alike—not only now but over its several-hundred-year history? I decided to play design sleuth and learn all about the highly-coveted canopy bed.
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With its brass and wood accents, this kitchen by Sarah Blank overflows with striking design choices. But its most important feature is perhaps less obvious–amenities to make kosher cooking easy.
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As we tackle year 3 of the pandemic, you may be searching for even more ways to maximize comfort and space. Look no further than the Barnaby by Garman Homes. This model home takes pandemic survey insights and translates them into real-life design solutions.
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Born and raised in Philadelphia, Sheila Bridges embodies the eclectic spirit of the city wherever she calls home, always referencing her African-American ancestry in both large and small ways. Her new farmhouse, which is about 3 hours up I95 and beyond, boldly combines everything she loves in just 1,600 square feet. It may seem tiny to some, but those who grew up in a Philly-area rowhome know it’s plenty of space if you know how to work it.
[Read more…] about Celebrity Style: At Home with Interior Designer and Philly’s Own Sheila Bridges
When I was young, we played inside a cardboard box. To be fair, it was a very large box—a playhouse, in fact, brightly decorated with the cast of Looney Tunes. We kept it in the basement, along with our play kitchen and other toys, and spent many days enjoying a space that was just for us kids. Times have changed. Cardboard has given way to elaborate outdoor forts and treehouses, as well as a current trend, the stylish children’s tipi. Indoors or out, a tipi is now the hottest place for playdates, story time, and just having fun.
[Read more…] about The Kids Tipi: Where Culture, History, and Playtime Meet
