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| Spring Market had a real spring to its step this year, with new looks sprouting all over the small North Carolina town that plays host to the furnishings world twice a year. |
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| Our intrepid reporter, designer Mark McCauley, tracked down all of the hottest trends, from the works of furniture design legend Vladimir Kagan to innovative new offerings from the likes of Global Views. Here's a sneak preview of the new looks>> |
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A decorative-paint expert tells how to hire the best painter for your job.
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When it comes to decorating, the flea market is a shopper's paradise. Where else can you find a grandfather clock next to a giant ice cream cone from Frostee Freeze, and a roomful of Danish Modern furniture for less than the cost of a new sofa? Just wandering the aisles will fill you with ideas and inspiration. It's time to stuff your pockets with ones and fives, put on your poker face and get ready to discover the find of the century. Go shopping!>> |
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| This season, retailers are offering luxe metallic furnishings in shades of silver, gold and bronze. And where does this heavy metal emphasis come from? The fashion world, of course, where the glow is everywhere, from shoes to bags. More heavy metal>> |
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Hooked pieces, centuries old or brand-new, are gaining in popularity as the design world recognizes that their combination of beauty and functionality works in a variety of room styles—not to mention that they are affordable works of art. Kim Nixon, a modern-day hooking artist, talks about her contemporary twist on a Colonial craft. Read on>> |
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subway tile n.
If you've ever been on a subway in New York City, you may have noticed the rectangular white tiles that grace the walls of the stations. Yes, that is subway tile, installed beginning with the subterranean network's inception in 1904. Today we also use the term to describe a rectangular tile installed in an offset brick pattern, often in bathrooms. The tiles are more than nostalgic; they're durable and handsome. Both original subway tiles and reproductions are available from a variety of manufacturers.
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You don't see the single and sexy Dr. Luka Kovacs on ER living in a dump. Nope, today's bachelors aren't waiting to get married to create living spaces that reflect their personality and interests. Take this issue's Room of the Month, for example. It's a combination of good looks and function, perfect for the single King of the Castle who wants to lounge or entertain in style. The masculine wall panels are a rich, deep mahogany hue, the seating is low and comfortable, and the trendy Holly Hunt ottoman doubles as a table or the requisite footrest. Full story>>
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