Tufting has been used on modern furniture since the early 20th century. When it comes to sofas, most anything goes with tufting. While it’s usually somewhat flat – in keeping with a streamlined silhouette -- many tufted modern sofas are heavily padded and deeply buttoned. Early on, mid-century modern furniture showed restraint when it came to buttons and folds. One of the most … [Read more...]
White House-Worthy Kids’ Rooms
Note to Michael S. Smith: Here are ideas for kid's rooms -- Malia and Sasha Obama's private spaces. America’s first daughters, 10-year old Malia and 7-year old Sasha Obama are getting age appropriate kids' rooms in the White House. The sisters have become overnight 'tween sensations since their dad’s inauguration. After all, who could resist such endless adorableness. So … [Read more...]