13
May
2014
Dunn Edwards is California based with the production plant in Phoenix. Their paints are formulated for the Southwest and its intense heat.
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06
May
2014
How cool is this! Dustpans in your baseboards work with your central vac system. Watch video.
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28
Feb
2014
Love to read in bed? The typical height for a swing arm lamp is 42” from the bottom of the shade to the floor. Both Christopher Norman and Hinson-Hansen have good choices. Adding dimmers is advisable.
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14
Feb
2014
Do you have a boring hall wall? Add a chalkboard wall! The paint is available at most home improvement stores and with the popularity of dark gray walls and accents, continuity will ensue. A smooth wall is required.
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12
Feb
2014
A recycle, waste drawer has been a staple in the kitchens I have designed for over 15 years. Rev-A-Shelf has a soft close for heavy loads. The base works with 35 qt. and 50 qt. containers.
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10
Feb
2014
Sealy mattress company has a new offering - Opticool - starting at $1200 that allows each half of the mattress to be cooled. Desert dwellers rejoice!
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05
Feb
2014
New technology that will change many of our future options-the 3-D printer. It is already used for custom fashion and at the cusp of fabric design. It is going to be an interesting development. Read this article by Eric Schimelpfenig in Kitchen & Bath Design News!
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03
Feb
2014
In the cooler winter months, bring out your warm throws in jewel tone colors to warm up a room. Add draperies or at least fabric panels on the sides of windows. Velveteen options for draperies are available for inside and out. There are wonderful outdoor textured fabrics now for a...
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30
Jan
2014
Do you spend long hours sitting at your computer? Stability balls have been around for some time, but computer use is making them more popular. The Technogym, Wellness Ball, Gaiam, Buoy from Turnstone, Muvman and Swopper from Aeris are some ergonomic options for increased well being. Exercise ball vs Office...
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27
Nov
2013
Stark Carpet manufactures this black wool carpet embedded with Swarovski crystals. This is a very popular area rug for powder rooms and is also used as borders on larger rugs. Yes, it can be vacuumed. Always use a self-adjusting vacuum as the vacuum should not drag on your carpet or...
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27
Nov
2013
Restoration Hardware is having an impact on the furnishings industry as a whole! At recent lighting seminars I attended, the reps were talking about their fixtures compatibility with the Restoration Hardware look. Scottsdale has a gallery. Others are in Boston, MA, Santa Monica, CA and Corte Madera, CA and Houston,...
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27
Nov
2013
Apparently! Francis Bacon’s Three Views of Lucian Freud just sold for $142.4 million at Christie’s in New York City! At Sotheby’s Andy Warhol’s “Liz #1” sold for $20,325! We’ve heard the recession did not affect everyone! Do you have a favorite piece that you bought many years ago from a...
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25
Oct
2013
Remember there are health benefits to living plants indoors! Add some for the season that will last for a couple of months. Orchids and colanchos both last and the later can be moved outdoors, trimmed and they will reflower. The local nurseries have indoor plants and suggestions for your exposure....
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24
Oct
2013
Family photos are the most personal part of your home. If you enjoy having some out, here are a variety of ways to use them: They are typically in the private areas of your home - shelves added in the master bedroom, hallways to bedrooms and large master bath and...
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This picture from J Tribble Collection offers many choices for special small spaces with interesting details.
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