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While many architects the world over build houses that bring the outside in, in Tahiti it comes quite naturally. South Seas bungalows are, for the most part, built from materials plucked from within a 20-mile radius. That's... more »
by Christine Ciarmello June 19, 2013
If you're like most people, you spend about a third of your days asleep (less, perhaps, if you're a new parent or a college student cramming for finals). And the most important piece of the slumber puzzle is your pillow. Choose the wrong one, and you'll... more »
June 19, 2013
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This might be the easiest lamp makeover you'll ever see. A quick trip to Goodwill, where I found a really cool pink acrylic lamp, and to the hardware store and a few minutes with a pair of scissors were all it took to add some soft light to my outdoor... more »
June 19, 2013
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Summer is the season for entertaining and keeping cool with refreshing drinks. When temperatures heat up, you'll need creative ways to keep your cucumber water, sangria, lemonade, beer and wine cool for optimal enjoyment. Here are 20 different beverage... more »
June 19, 2013
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When it came to remodeling his clients' basement, designer Jeff Lindgren looked to their two big passions: games — everything from pool to poker, and Frank Lloyd Wright. "When they called me, the owners had just helped their daughter move... more »
June 19, 2013
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Using 3-D printing to create something out of nothing seems like magic: Is your bathroom sink's faucet dripping at night? With the push of a button, you could have a brand-new one in minutes. Did that handle break off your silverware drawer again? No... more »
June 19, 2013
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Ladders traditionally have lived the quiet life, tucked away in utility cupboards and garages. We tend to bring them out only when we need to change a lightbulb or clean out the gutters. But today we're seeing the ladder concept used in more and... more »
June 19, 2013
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Wild senna always stops people in their tracks, primarily with its fanning oval leaves that resemble sensitive plant (Mimosa pudica). With flowers that go on and on for weeks, wild senna also stops docile and stingerless male bumblebees in their... more »
June 19, 2013
Embracing easy summer living can be as simple as spending time each day on your front porch. There is something utterly relaxing about hanging out on the porch, whether it's to sip morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day — and then there's the... more »
June 19, 2013
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Taylor Russell has seen a lot of interiors. After living in hotels for six years — her job at a communications agency had her moving every four months to places like Kuwait, Pakistan, Spain and Barbados — she experienced hundreds of different... more »
June 19, 2013
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This controversial material is often associated with the hippies of the '60s, but it's actually one of the earliest known domesticated plants. Hemp has been cultivated by civilizations for over 12,000 years. In fact, the first drafts of the Declaration... more »
June 18, 2013
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Koi ponds are almost a staple of certain landscapes, particularly Asian- or tropical-inspired styles, and are easily at home in many contemporary gardens. If you love koi but these landscape styles don't appeal, don't worry. It's surprising how well koi... more »
June 18, 2013
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It’s fitting that John Eastman uses a vintage freight elevator to access his home. As a large-scale abstract painter and maker of reclaimed-wood furniture for his company, Eastman... more »
June 18, 2013
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It's time to go out to your garage and take stock. Are you prepped for summer fun? Maybe it's time to upgrade an existing bike or toy, or maybe your kids have reached a new stage and new gear is needed. Either way, I know some of these amazing finds are... more »
June 18, 2013
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The modern architect's office looks much different today than it did 20 to 30 years ago. Gone are the days spent bent over a drafting table, pushing pencils on paper. While we all love our... more »
June 18, 2013
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