Usually when we talk about conversation furniture, we’re referring to a set. That is, a few chairs, benches, or small sofas for an indoor or outdoor gathering space. But today I want to take a look at conversation chairs specifically. These are a bit of a relic: chairs designed with two seats, that allow two […]
Most of the time when we talk about redecorating, it’s on a large scale – like replacing all your furniture. But if you just want to add a little pizzazz to your home? A smaller project is a better place to start. Especially if you like the furniture you have, but feel like something’s missing […]
A good chair is like a good friend: always there for you, a reassuring sight to see after a long day, and isn’t a pain in the rear. Finding this special chair is a lot easier said than done though, so here are five types of chairs to help you with your search for the […]
With most of your decorating endeavors, chances are you will begin building your style around a large piece of furniture–a couch, a table, a bed, etc. It all depends on what the room is meant for. If you’re anything like me, smaller details can slip your mind. But the pieces in between are really no less […]
Some things just go together, you know? Milk and cookies, peanut butter and chocolate, tea and scones. Also, the harmonious balance of midcentury modern decor: a trendy blend of traditional and contemporary aesthetics. In the lean economic conditions of the last few years, many people are seeing the appeal of the simplicity and practicality of design […]
Is there anything better than a fashionable, on-trend living room that you can feel good about showing off to your guests? Yes, in fact, there is. A fashionable, on-trend living room where you can lounge in comfort. Going back to the basics, that is what a living room should be all about. Living. Style and […]
If you’re looking to add an eye-catching accent piece to your living space, take a page from the history books. You don’t need to be a connoisseur of antiques to reap the benefit of some of the most beautiful and unusual furnishings the past has to offer. Whether rebuilt as replicas or rebranded as modern […]
When it comes to seating, there’s often a pretty wide divide between chairs that are comfortable and chairs that look cool. This isn’t always the case, of course, but by and large the chair you love to sit in probably isn’t going to be the focal point of your living or entertaining space. The good […]
Mid century modern furniture is usually paired either with a very retro style or an incredibly modern one; by and large, there isn’t much middle ground between dark-wood-and-gem-tones and stark-lines-and-cool-colors. But lately mid century modern style chairs have found their way into a distinctly different, Nordic-inspired decor: Scandinavian modern design. This style is all about […]
Plastic chairs have something of a bad reputation. The phrase alone probably makes you think of cheapie outdoor furniture or maybe something made for a little kid. But high end, durable plastics have become a darling of modern design, particularly chairs made of clear polycarbonate. A spiritual successor to the white plastic chairs iconic of […]
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