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The 1970s represent a distinct shift in 20th Century design sensibilities.  In the wake of the Hippie movement, men took off their neckties, opting for leisure suits in pastel colors replete with patch pockets and flared trousers. The mainstream responded to counter-culture by co-opting and elaborating on it.  This trend extended into the home.  Suddenly […]

When you’re seeking a home transformation, going beyond painting the walls is a balancing act.  Contemporary furniture pieces can transform any home – so long as you play by some simple rules of balance, concerning color and theme. Your home reflects who you are. It’s where your soul comes out to play among those items […]

If you’re on the hunt for the best Italian modern leather furniture, then you’re already a step ahead. You know where the quality and craftsmanship are and that’s a great start. For centuries, Italian furniture design has led the way.  From the days of the Roman Empire to today’s leading-edge Italian design houses, this nation […]

Everybody likes the idea of choices.  Choices give us the latitude to live our personal tastes and truly express who we are.  This is no truer than in the spaces we occupy most frequently – the home, our place of work and the places we go to relax and social. Options in beautiful contemporary furniture […]

The evolution of Italian furniture has led it to its unique incarnation as a contemporary style mainstay in the homes, offices and fine hotels of the world.  Satisfying the need for modern expressions in a variety of contexts, the different dimensions of modern furniture in the Italian ethos make it adaptable to most settings. Whether […]

As design years go, 2018 is not for the timid.  Featured are the geometric patterns we’ve seen everywhere in 2017, but transformed.  Texture is making a comeback, with natural fibers and other materials surging to the forefront. In sum, it’s all about letting go of your reservations on the home front and allowing yourself to […]

There’s something a little inhospitable about accommodating overnight guests on a hide-a-bed in a disorganized spare room, filled with assorted bric-a-brac. Books jumbled in a book shelf that’s seen better days, a throw tossed over the hide-a-bed bearing the image of Pokemon and a couple of venerable pillows dragged from an airless closet don’t exactly […]

Your home is your sanctuary.  It’s where you come at the end of the day to rest and reflect.  It’s more than a place to hang your hat.  It’s an extension of who you are. When you know yourself, you’re not about to be content with the banal or boring.  That just won’t cut it.  […]

2017 was turbulent and complex year, in many ways.  But the world continues turning and we find ourselves in a new year. Every year has its trends and 2017 was no exception.  Here, we’ll focus on some of the best of 2017 living room trends, pointing the way to a new year of hope, vitality […]

There comes a time in the life of every living room that change is inevitable.  Your relationship to the space grows stale.  You look around the room and wonder what happened. You used to love this room. But time passes.  Tastes change.  Furniture can get a little tired (or a lot). Let’s learn to read […]

A master bedroom is your sanctuary from the world.  It’s a small paradise of serenity you need only leave to replenish yourself with a cold drink or a snack. It’s a given that bedrooms should be cozy, especially master bedrooms.  Master bedrooms, though, can be a bit of a trick to pull off, as they […]

You’re deeply invested in your home, so you care about the impression visitors get, but you also need the comfort we all associate with being at home.  Your personal space should create an environment which divides your working life from your down time. We’ve collected these tips for setting up your living room furniture to […]