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When Shivaa Sharma moved into her tiny South London flat in July, she enlisted interior designer Bhavin Taylor to help her realize the full potential of the space. “When I first met Shivaa, the main thing I noticed was her vibrancy,” says Taylor. “She wasn’t a person who was going… , Room of the Day:…
“Mystique” is one of those words that conjures up enticing and seductive mental images, perhaps of a clandestine meeting in the shadows in a foreign country. It’s one of those provocative words that always leaves something to the imagination. Do a quick online or dictionary search and you’ll… , To Make Your Garden Memorable, Add…
Perched high on a hill with glorious, tranquil views over the Pacific Ocean north of Sydney sits a modern design marvel. In its former life as a simple beach house, it had failed to take advantage of this privileged position. So the homeowners hired Site… , Houzz Tour: A Modern Remake Brings Ocean Views Into…
Can you nicely refuse unwanted things others might try to foist on you? What can you say when relatives do not see the gifts they have given you proudly displayed on the mantel? And how can you win the battle with your own mind as you try to shove yet another item from the Target…
Every architect’s design process is extremely personal and nuanced. For example, I have certain tools that I reach for ritually when I start a new project. One is a favorite lead pencil with a lightweight, medium-size barrel and a thinly ridged grip, loaded with a medium-weight HB lead that’s not… , 8 Things Successful Architects…
Curiosity-cabinet chic is somewhat mysterious, sometimes melancholy and subtly reminiscent of the Victorian fascination with the natural wonders of the world. In a nod to old European curiosity cabinets, rooms are rich in uncommon treasures mixed with humble found objects. Adventure, intrigue and… , So Your Style Is: Curiosity-Cabinet Chic (10 photos), http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/31462700/list/so-your-style-is-curiosity-cabinet-chic/, http://www.houzz.com/getGalleries/featured/out-rss, Houzz,…
Interior designer Lindsey Hene had South Africa on her mind when she was designing her family’s back porch. She and her husband, Doug, had just returned from a safari, and the trip provided fresh inspirations for their Milton, Georgia, home. Another… , Room of the Day: A Spacious Porch Brings Family Life Outside (4 photos),…
As with many manzanitas, big berry (Arctostaphylos glauca) has an architectural structure with dark red seasonally peeling bark and sinuous branches that add a sculptural sensibility to a rugged or natural garden. Its extra-large namesake berries are up to ½-inch across and are… , Great Design Plant: Arctostaphylos Glauca Nourishes and Delights (7 photos), http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/31370767/list/great-design-plant-arctostaphylos-glauca-nourishes-and-delights/,…
Traditional kitchens reign supreme in this particular suburb of Philadelphia. And that’s exactly what this family of four didn’t want. So finding a local designer to do something different proved challenging. “They didn’t get what we were looking for,” says one of the homeowners. “We… , Inside Houzz: A Walnut Wall of Storage Opens Up…
Yellow can be soft or shocking, add energy or a mellow vibe, and exude country charm or edgy, modern appeal. In other words, it’s a versatile color that can work in any room. However, while many people love the sunny shade, they tend to steer clear of it when decorating, fearing it may overpower their……