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Introducing our hand-tufted shag polyester Geometric area rug a luxurious addition to any space, meticulously crafted to elevate your home decor to new heights. Handmade with precision and care, this Geometric area rugs boasts a sumptuously soft shag texture that invites you to sink your toes into its plush depths. In a captivating blend of Black Multicolor hues, this rug effortlessly complements a range of interior styles, adding a touch of modern elegance to your living space. The high-pile construction not only provides a furry look but also ensures exceptional comfort and warmth underfoot. Crafted with polyester fibers, this rug is both affordable and durable, making it a conscientious choice for the budget friendly conscious homeowner. The anti-slip backing ensures stability, offering peace of mind in high-traffic areas.
[FEATURES]
*PATTERN - Geometric
*COLOR - Black Multicolor
*MATERIAL - Polyester
*MATERIAL COMPOSITION - 70% Polyester; 30% Cotton
*CONSTRUCTION - Handmade
*WEAVE - Hand Tufted Shag
*COUNTRY OF ORIGIN - India
*BRAND - RUGSOTIC CARPETS
*MANUFACTURER - GET MY RUGS LLC
*SHIPPING - Free Shipping
*OCCASION - All
*ROOM TYPE - Living Room, Bed Room, Study Room, Guest Room, Kids Room, Office
*CARE INSTRUCTION - Vacuum Cleaning
*ECO-FRIENDLY - Yes
*NATURAL FIBRE - Yes
*PILE - High Pile
*PILE HEIGHT - 0.75 Inches
*BACK MATERIAL - Cotton
*USAGE - Indoor
*DURABLE - Yes
*ANTI-SKID - Yes
*Order Handling Time - 2 Business days
*Washable - No
*RUG PAD NEEEDED - No
*ITEM CONDITION - New
*REVERSIBLE - No
*[WEAVE / CONSTRUCTION] Handmade by adept artisans skilled in the art of rug weaving, who dedicate countless hours to perfecting this artistic area rug. Under this weaving the design is first sketched onto a canvas, and then the material with high pile is meticulously crafted to match the design with furry appearance. These rugs are not only aesthetically pleasing but also soft, providing excellent underfoot comfort.
*[MATERIAL] Polyester, an artificial fabric, is the material of choice for weaving this area rug, gaining significant popularity in the rug-making industry. Polyester area rugs are highly durable and have garnered acceptance for their qualities such as shine, wear and fade resistance, comfort, non-allergenic properties, moisture resistance, ease of cleaning, and moth-proof nature.
*[PATTERN] This modern area rugs with Geometric design elevates the elegance of your living space and complement various home décor styles including transitional, modern, contemporary, and bohemian.
*[ECO-FRIENDLY] By selecting this handmade area rug, which is eco-friendly and crafted without the use of harmful chemicals, you demonstrate your commitment to a healthier environment and your support for traditional craftsmanship.
*[DURABLE & EASY CARE] Crafted with meticulous precision and using top-quality materials, these area rugs boast unparalleled durability, making them suitable for high-traffic areas while providing exceptional underfoot comfort. Moreover, they require minimal maintenance, needing only occasional vacuuming to keep them looking their best.
*[USAGE AREA] Area rugs are versatile decor elements that can elevate the ambiance and functionality of any room in your home. From the living room to the bedroom, and even outdoor spaces, study rooms, runway, dining room and office room here's how you can make the most of area rugs throughout your home.
*[SHAPE & SIZE] This Rectangle area rug is of 8'x10' size. Ensure that the rug is the appropriate size and shape for the space, considering the furniture arrangement and the room's dimensions.
*[SERVICES] Free Shipping | Quick Order Dispatch | Easy Return | Accessible Customer Support - With quality product we deliver exceptional services to customers.
*[BRAND] RUGSOTIC CARPETS is a name synonymous with quality area rugs, rooted in decades of manufacturing expertise. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond product quality to supporting thousands of skilled weavers and artisans. We prioritize environmental friendliness and climate sustainability in our weaving processes, while also fostering the continuous skill development of our weavers through training initiatives. From spinning and dyeing yarn with natural ingredients in our in-house units to the meticulous weaving of our area rugs, quality checks at every stage ensure the delivery of products that uphold high moral values and exceed customer expectations.
* [SHIPPING & RETURN POLICY] Free shipping across USA (except Puerto Rico, Alaska & Hawaii). Easy 30 days free returns. In case of damaged or wrong product delivered, the return shipment cost will be borne by us, in any other case, it will be paid by the customer.
*[WEAVE DESCRIPTION] Weaving of a hand tufted shag rug is relatively easier than compared to other weaving techniques. The design is first sketched on a canvas and then material is made into it as per the design. The pile is kept very high to give it a furry look. Hand tufted rugs are very soft on face and are great for underfoot comfort. The rugs are very eye pleasing and the cost is very economical.
*[MATERIAL DESCRIPTION] Polyester, an artificial fabric, have gained much popularity as rug weaving material. The polyester material rugs are highly sturdy and have gain acceptance due to its qualities like shine, wear & fade resistance, comfort, non-allergenic, moisture resistance, ease of cleaning, moth-proof, etc.
*[PILE DESCRIPTION] Enjoy the high pile of this rug and place it at high footfall areas in your home, providing great underfoot comfort. This high pile rug is ideal one for the buyers who wants to place it on the flooring for the soft and cozy feel.
*[PROPER SET UP & CARE] Hand Tufted rugs are heavy rugs and fits well with any kind of flooring. Unlike rugs of other weave the hand tufted rugs have a cotton backing which makes it anti-skid. With regular use and proper care, including avoiding damp conditions, ensure that hand-tufted rugs maintain their durability and longevity.
*[FLOOR PROTECTION] Though hand tufted rugs have cotton backing which makes it anti-skid and harmless to the floor but you can always use a high quality rug pad to provide an extra level for floor protection.
*[CLEANING METHODS] For hand tufted shag rugs we recommend to go for gentle vacuum cleaning. For any stain, the users can opt for professional dry cleaning method.

Excellent vintage condition . Extremely well made and has gorgeous brass details in the inlay brass handles.This three piece unit can be displayed together or separated with the side units to fit corner spaces. Minor wear for its age. This piece is signed.
Color: Honey Stained
Material: Wood / Brass
Brand: Drexel
Dimensions :
Side Units:
20" L X 20'' D X 80.25" H
Middle Unit:
22.5" L X 20" D X 80.25" H
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Excellent vintage condition . Extremely well made and has gorgeous brass details in the inlay brass handles.This three piece unit can be displayed together or separated with the side units to fit corner spaces. Minor wear for its age. This piece is signed.
Color: Honey Stained
Material: Wood / Brass
Brand: Drexel
Dimensions :
Side Units:
20" L X 20'' D X 80.25" H
Middle Unit:
22.5" L X 20" D X 80.25" H
www.buyfoundobjects.com
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PLEASE NOTE: Shipping method and cost depends on where you live. Shipping will not be added at check out but calculated and billed separately after I know what your zip code is. Please send your zip code if you would like a quote before purchasing.
Outstanding Danish teak credenza. Designed in the 60's Danish Modern in style. Sliding door cabinet with four center drawers. Top drawer has original green baize.
Excellent vintage condition. Minor signs of wear due to age and use. Please see photos.
Dimensions: 78 3/4" x 20 1/4" x 31" L x W x H
Brought to you by RetroPassion21. We are Atlanta's largest importer exclusively authentic mid-century furniture.
SHIPPING
Shipping cost will be billed separately. Shipping to mainland continental USA will be blanket wrap. We also use Greyhound Package Express to a Greyhound station near you for smaller items. Please send your zip code for a quote.
White glove service (movers place the items inside your house) is also available at additional cost.
We can also ship to Canada: Please send postal code for a quote.

Excellent vintage condition . Extremely well made and has gorgeous brass details in the inlay brass handles.This three piece unit can be displayed together or separated with the side units to fit corner spaces. Minor wear for its age. This piece is signed.
Color: Honey Stained
Material: Wood / Brass
Brand: Drexel
Dimensions :
Side Units:
20" L X 20'' D X 80.25" H
Middle Unit:
22.5" L X 20" D X 80.25" H
www.buyfoundobjects.com

We believe antique lights are the jewels of early 1900's homes, and whether you are restoring your home or desiring to add antique lighting, this 1910's "Fountain Line" slip shade chandelier made by Gill Glass and Fixture Company is no exception. Each of the five satin frosted clear slip shades has a beaded "waterfall" overhead that catches the light and beautifully accentuates the lines of the piece. The fixture is bronze with a teal-blue accents. The glass shades are in excellent antique condition. Meticulously restored, professionally rewired and ready to install. An exquisite addition to your home!
The original porcelain and copper sockets are professionally re-soldered with UL listed wiring, fully inspected and tested. Modern mounting hardware included and ready to install. Use standard size bulbs, up to 65w, not included. High grade finish applied to protect restoration and last many many decades to come!
Measures and impressive 19 inches across and extends 20 inches from ceiling to end of finial. Perfect for 8 foot standard ceilings or higher.
Visit Antiquelightfixtures.net for over 300 old and unique lighting options to meet your interior design criteria.

You can elevate any modern industrial space with an antique slot machine. This exquisite Dollar Pace slot machine is encased in a figural cocktail waitress statue. The vintage Dollar Pace Star Bell Cocktail Waitress antique slot machine makes even the most minimal space look hollywood regal and glam. Chrome fixtures against red dress decor. Contact Gameroom Show for all your authentic vintage game room or man cavedecor memorabilia.

Excellent vintage condition . Extremely well made and has gorgeous brass details in the inlay brass handles.This three piece unit can be displayed together or separated with the side units to fit corner spaces. Minor wear for its age. This piece is signed.
Color: Honey Stained
Material: Wood / Brass
Brand: Drexel
Dimensions :
Side Units:
20" L X 20'' D X 80.25" H
Middle Unit:
22.5" L X 20" D X 80.25" H
www.buyfoundobjects.com

Excellent vintage condition . Extremely well made and has gorgeous brass details in the inlay brass handles.This three piece unit can be displayed together or separated with the side units to fit corner spaces. Minor wear for its age. This piece is signed.
Color: Honey Stained
Material: Wood / Brass
Brand: Drexel
Dimensions :
Side Units:
20" L X 20'' D X 80.25" H
Middle Unit:
22.5" L X 20" D X 80.25" H
www.buyfoundobjects.com

This is a rosewood credenza made in Denmark. Features a cabinet with a single shelf and a sliding door and 4 drawers on the left side. The top drawer has the original green baize.
It is in excellent vintage condition with only minor signs of use. The top finish is two tone where possibly a hutch use to sit. The hutch is no longer a part of this credenza. Please see photo's.
Dimensions: L x D x H
56 1/2 x 17" x 27"
Brought to you by RetroPassion21. We are Atlanta's fastest growing exclusively authentic mid-century furniture sellers.
SHIPPING
Shipping to mainland continental USA will be freight on a pallet to curbside. We also use Greyhound Package Express to a Greyhound station near you for smaller items. Please send your zip code for a quote.
White glove service (movers place the items inside your house) is also available at additional cost.
We can also ship to Canada: Please send postal code for a quote.

The front room in my little bungalow.
This beautiful Iconic bent plywood lounge chair by Ib Kofod Larsen, is designed to makes a wood chair comfortable. This chair can be disassembled using cleverly designed metal slots, it is in excellent vintage condition.
In the corner is a teak planter with drawers. The design of this piece has been variously attributed to Arne Wahl Iversen and Arne Vodder. It is made of solid teak and teak veneer with original galvanized insert.
We love to incorporate plants into our rooms, we take them outside in the summertime.

Excellent vintage condition . Extremely well made and has gorgeous brass details in the inlay brass handles.This three piece unit can be displayed together or separated with the side units to fit corner spaces. Minor wear for its age. This piece is signed.
Color: Honey Stained
Material: Wood / Brass
Brand: Drexel
Dimensions :
Side Units:
20" L X 20'' D X 80.25" H
Middle Unit:
22.5" L X 20" D X 80.25" H
www.buyfoundobjects.com

Carpet Cleaning Pros
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Your carpetings experience a lot of damage and need to be skillfully cleansed at least yearly.
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Carpet Cleaning Pros is Johannesburg City leading carpet cleaning company. We head out of our means to provide superb customer care and also professional carpet and furniture cleaning services.
We run throughout Johannesburg City so give us a call currently!
Carpet Cleaning Pros
Address: Shop 8, 406 Southern Klipriviersberg Rd, Steeledale, Johannesburg City, 2197
087 250 0268
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Carpet Cleaning Pros uses our own unique technique for specialist carpet cleaning:
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Carpet Cleaning Johannesburg City
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The kitchen was completely falling apart from water damage and was painted chartreuse and rasberry. We installed a new kitchen designed for maximum storage in a small space that includes a dishwasher, subway tile back splash and a Silestone countertop . We were able to salvage the appliances, all in excellent working condition saving the owner $$$.

It was very important to our client for the pool and patio area to feel like an extension of their home. To incorporate this request into their design we engineered the pool wall to support the new patio columns and roof. The selection of finish materials was critical to creating a seamless transition between their indoor and outdoor living environment. The amazing views and natural surroundings were the perfect backdrop for the staggering 46 of vanishing edge. The work area was very intimidating with a 2:1 slope which creates many unique challenges. Extreme care had to be taken to protect the homes located downhill from the work area while all of the construction materials were transported 300 up the steep incline. At times a human chain passed building materials hand-to-hand because the slope was too step to safely operate equipment. The pool, spa and vanishing edges are locked into the hillside with a combination of piers and a keyway footing. Our structural & geotechnical engineer tested the soils on site and made 5 visits to the jobsite during construction to ensure that all site conditions were addressed. The outdoor patio area was lowered 2 below the pool to preserve the view of the lake and add to the illusion of the pool flowing down to the water below. While working to create a structurally sound vanishing edge pool and spa on a 26 degree slope there were some difficult plumbing needs that had to be met. The home owner requested the swimming pool equipment be located close to the house to avoid being seen when they entertain guests. On most jobsites this is an easy request to provide but this was not a typical construction site. This project required a 4 deep vault to ensure efficient operation of the hydraulic system for the equipment which is located uphill from the pool. Another challenge for our plumbing crew was to have the remote spa with a vanishing edge utilize equalized plumbing with the pool. The vanishing edge of the pool and spa had to match perfectly despite being located 30 apart. The pool and spa both incorporate a Paramount PCC2000 cleaning system. This project is a testament to what can be accomplished by a team of dedicated engineers, designers, contractors and craftsmen. Team work and education are the keys to success.

Bertoia Bird Chair by Knoll International with black steel frame and camel colored removable fabric cover. This chair is a newer version in perfect used condition.
https://www.midmod-decor.com/product/bertoia-bird-chair/
Designer: Harry Bertoia
Manufacturer: Knoll International
Size: 37.5”w x 36”d x 38.5”h
Materials: Powder coated steel in black and removable fabric cover
Condition: Excellent. Wear consistent with age and use.
© MidMod decor, lld 2015.

AWARD WINNING DUPLEX DESIGN
Bob-a-day Park Little Bay duplex in historical precinct
This Little Bay duplex is the winner of the HIA Housing Awards 2019 for category:
– Townhouse/Villa Development 2-10 dwellings ‘HIA NSW Region’
and a finalist for category:
– Residential Interior Design ‘HIA NSW Region’
Judges said, “A functional design with a light and bright living area that has excellent cross flow ventilation and innovative design with sustainable features.”
Congratulating SSRB Developments with Edifice Design, Architects on such an outstanding achievement, HIA Executive Director – NSW, David Bare, said “The awards recognise excellence in residential construction and these awards provide a tremendous opportunity for HIA members to showcase their projects and highlight building and design excellence.” [HIA Media Release 19 October 2019]
Set in Little Bay’s old Prince Henry Hospital precinct, this dual occupancy is designed to complement its rare historic and coastal location. The two dwelling requirement and contextual fit make the building unique, shaped and functioning as follows:
Design
Subtly distinguished separate dwellings — while still appearing as a single residence.
Contemporary but synergistic with heritage setting — contemporary detailing with a scale (height, setbacks) in keeping with the historic “Flower’s Building” and materials/colour selections (face brick, boarded cladding, stone) that complements, not competes with, its heritage, seaside setting.
Streetscape and contextual fit:
The Ewing Avenue frontage and northern neighbour are addressed by a darker, quieter core element, clad in metal and light coloured, boarded features that extend from the ground to its flat parapeted roof.
The darker, northern side anchors the lighter and more open, glazed southern side that overlooks Bob A Day Park and sits beneath a flat planar roof. External walls are layered horizontally with boarded cladding to the first floor, flat rendered wall at the ground floor and a face brick basement.
Balconies, views and privacy — generous floor to ceiling horizontal louvred windows fill rooms with sunlight and views to the park and ocean. The linear effect is further accentuated by both dwellings having projected outdoor balconies with the southern balcony having a continuum of louvres to either open or close for sunlight, stargazing or privacy.
Façade finishes and an entry of stone, copper and wood — texture and colour, accentuated by a copper panelled front door, timber louvres above and a feature stone blade wall, clearly defines the entry. Slender metal awnings and sliding panels also provide further articulation to the facades as well as privacy.
An entry of stone, copper and wood reflect façade finishes — texture and colour, accentuated by a copper panelled front door, timber louvres above and a feature stone blade wall, clearly define the entry. Slender metal awnings and
sliding panels also provide further articulation to the façades as well as privacy.
A welcoming sky lit void foyer — a large atrium with skylight window brightens the entryway and provides main circulation to the hall and stair.
Linear stair and lift amenity — a streamlined timber stairway with vertically lined balustrade is a focal point of the entry hall. A lift with ceramic tiles to floor and steel finishes services the main dwelling.
A handcrafted bespoke artisan sandstone wall with fireplace — is a centrepiece dividing the main living room from the eating and kitchen areas.
An unusual partially sunken roof terrace — which provides an entertainment area of spectacular district and ocean views while remaining relatively private, quiet and sheltered.
An exterior ‘living green wall’ — which is also viewable from the living room.
A sunny, north east plunge pool — which is overlooked by two semi enclosed entertainment balconies.
Large water tanks totalling 7000 litres — which services toilets, laundry and gardens.
An extensive solar panel system — totalling over 10 KWs.
Client brief
Dual occupancy required for accommodating two separate dwellings, the primary dwelling for parents long term and the secondary dwelling for extended family.
1. Quantitative requirements
Each dwelling with:
2 residential levels + roof terrace + basement carpark
main external balcony off the main living area
private garden setting
full ducted air conditioning
separation by a vertical, fire and acoustically rated, common wall.
Primary dwelling (southside) — for main family:
3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, laundry, open planned living, kitchen and dining areas, a separate TV room, roof terrace and serviced by a lift (basement to level 1)
5,000 litre rainwater tank servicing the toilets and laundry
5.4 KW solar panel system
2 car basement car park.
Secondary dwelling (northside) — for extended family:
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laundry, open planned living, kitchen, dining, a separate TV room
Plunge pool
2,000 litre rainwater tank servicing the toilets and laundry
4.8 kW solar panel system
1 car basement car park + 1 car hardstand.
2. Qualitative requirements:
Generally:
Maximise sun, light and outlook to all rooms. Extensive glazing and use of skylights.
Rooms to be designed as contemporary spaces with seamless, clean lines.
Colour selections to be light, non jarring, using colours from whites to neutrals.
Use of natural materials such as timber and stone.
Open planned living areas — kitchen, dining and living with a strong spatial connection to encourage family together time.
Main dwelling to have a separate TV room so that living areas remain unaffected by media intrusions.
Bedrooms grouped together on the ground floor to ensure district and ocean views are prioritised for the living areas.
Maximise louvred glazing to southern side of primary residence to overlook Bob A Day Park. Ocean views maximised where possible, most likely achieved across to the north east.
Multi-layered complex approval process
From the outset, there were numerous multi-layered approval stages through which to navigate. This ensured a vigorous, disciplined design approach. Stages included:
The Prince Henry Design Review Panel (PHDRP) — appointed by Landcom to monitor the historic Prince Henry development site
Randwick City Council — Development Application
NSW State Heritage Department — approval required given the project’s proximity to the historic “Flowers” building.
Randwick Council — the Construction Certificate was particularly involved with difficulties around strict adherence to; setbacks, height and floor space ratios and alignments with the southern setback of the “Flowers” Building, a flat roof geometry and guides around the use of external colour and materials.
Randwick Council jurisdiction
Photographer: Aimee Crouch

u2014 ALE: Wayne Rain Garden
Pennsylvania Landscape & Nursery Association
u2014 ALE: Wayne Rain Garden
Terren Landscapes http://www.terrenlandscapes.com
2014 PLNA Awards for Landscape Excellence winner
Category: Residential Up to $15,000
Award Level: Gold
Project Description:
Our company was contracted by the client to provide a creative solution to an ongoing drainage problem. Their property is located within 30 feet of a local stream that collects storm water from the surrounding area. The nearby stream and high water table caused the lawn area at the side of their home to flood and to remain waterlogged for a few days after each storm. The client not only had difficulty growing plants in the existing conditions, but also had a problem with mosquitoes due to standing water.
Our goal was to design a self-contained, naturalistic rain garden that slowed storm water runoff, allowed for percolation, and promoted infiltration while permitting excess clean water to enter the nearby stream with diminished force. As designed, the rain garden allows the earth to slowly and more naturally
absorb excess storm water while filtering out toxins such as excess nitrogen and phosphorous which are frequently found in the landscape, therefore reducing the contaminants entering the stream.
A percolation test was conducted with criteria of absorbing a one-inch rainstorm within four hours without overflow. The one-inch storm calculation included an existing downspout from the home, which would be piped into the rain garden to reduce roof runoff. The first test failed due to a deep layer of high clay-content soil. Excavation continued until a layer of sandy loam was reached, the percolation test was repeated, and a successful test result was achieved. Next, the entire rain garden basin was excavated to the sandy loam layer and the soil amended with compost and sand to create a highly porous planting media.
Geotextile fabric was placed to help reduce migration of the surface stone into the soil and allow for minimal maintenance. Gravel, river stone and small boulders were carefully placed to achieve the look of a natural streambed.
A palette of mostly native plants with a few non-invasive ornamentals were chosen for their ability to survive in extreme conditions ranging from floods to drought and were placed according to their specific preferences.
Wetland plants were chosen for the lowest portion of the rain garden as that area remains saturated for longer periods of time, with a Chionanthus virginicus as a focal point surrounded by irises and ferns at the lowest depth.
Plants tolerant of drier conditions were chosen for the upper edges of the garden. The beautiful colors of Monarda, Ligularia, Eupatorium, Solidago, Chelone, and Rudbeckia were scattered within the upper edge, while movement and softness were incorporated by use of the graceful Nassella that lines the border. Finally, winter interest was provided with a backdrop of Cornus sericea.
As built, this small rain garden creates tremendous impact by decreasing the amount of storm water runoff not only on our client's property, but also in the neighboring stream. It serves as a means of slowing the water and providing an area for infiltration back into the earth. The plants provide a habitat for birds, butterflies, and insects, working in harmony with nature and providing beautiful visual interest year-round.
Photo Credit:
Lisa C. Falls
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