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Zulu telephone wire baskets from Hillary Thomas Design

Zulu Wire Art Decor

Handcrafted accessories present the opportunity to personalize our homes. Colorful plastic-coated copper telephone wire is hand woven by South African Zulu weavers into beautiful lamp shade finials and baskets.  They adapted traditional grass weaving techniques to create the intricate, swirling designs.  Their attention to detail is evident in the bold patterns.  Purchasing these products enables [...]

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Lavaliere chain link pattern rug by Giles Deacon for The Rug Company

Modern Designer Rugs

These oversized graphic pattern rugs are guaranteed to enliven any space. British fashion designer Giles Deacon is known for his witty, yet glamorous, runway wearables.  Equally playful are his contemporary designs for The Rug Company.  The offbeat metal theme of the rugs are quite a contrast to the luxurious wool and silk threads used in [...]

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vintage wood and metal faux deer stag head by The Little Deer Company

Faux Deer Decor

Artistic interpretations of nature become creature comforts when adorning our walls. Animal motifs always have and always will be used in decorating.  Maybe it’s because most people love animals, or maybe because it adds a bit of fun.  This hand blocked felt menagerie just makes me smile.  They are perfect for a nursery or little [...]

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Bocca salvaged rough hewn wood kitchen island from Teva Living

Rough Hewn Wood Islands

Reclaimed materials are the key ingredient in this recipe for success. DD2 is in the midst of a master bath redesign, and during our immense search for the perfect double vanity I ran across these unique worktables.  I’m a huge fan of furniture-style pieces in the kitchen and their slatted shelves are icing on the [...]

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modern Base Wall light sconce with brass shades by Tom Dixon

Modern Metal Lighting

In a quest not to repeat what already exists, British designer Tom Dixon is a man with a mission. An avant-garde designer, Dixon has spent the last decade reviving the British furniture industry and shows no signs of slowing down.  New fixtures for 2011 include the Void Light Mini [top] and the Base Wall Light [...]

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