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The Eames House Bird is made of solid alder with a black lacquer finish and steel wire legs. Image courtesy of Vitra.
The Eames House Bird is made of solid alder with a black lacquer finish and steel wire legs. Image courtesy of Vitra.
Graphic designer Alvin Lustig, known for designing more than 70 book covers in his lifetime, ventured into furniture and interiors later in his career. Upholstered chair for Paramount Furniture, 1949. Photo by Conner/Healy.
Graphic designer Alvin Lustig, known for designing more than 70 book covers in his lifetime, ventured into furniture and interiors later in his career. Upholstered chair for Paramount Furniture, 1949. Photo by Conner/Healy.
A cluster of black and white houses gives a view of the possible origami creations from the Archifold Architectural Origami Set.
A cluster of black and white houses gives a view of the possible origami creations from the Archifold Architectural Origami Set.
The smooth, raven-hued island in this kitchen is made of oak with a thin stone countertop. A Foscarini Gregg Pendant hangs overhead.
The smooth, raven-hued island in this kitchen is made of oak with a thin stone countertop. A Foscarini Gregg Pendant hangs overhead.
Choosing a kitchen or bathroom countertop can be nerve-wracking, and we understand why—they can be one of the most expensive aspects of a renovation, with the added responsibility of impacting the aesthetics of a space. Read on as we work our way through the pros and cons of seven of the most common countertop materials.
Choosing a kitchen or bathroom countertop can be nerve-wracking, and we understand why—they can be one of the most expensive aspects of a renovation, with the added responsibility of impacting the aesthetics of a space. Read on as we work our way through the pros and cons of seven of the most common countertop materials.
Designed by Marcel Wanders for Moooi, the Woood Desk is a minimalist desk with thoughtful details. Stained in a sleek black, the desk is comprised of an oak veneer top and beech frame. Although largely angular, the desk features gracefully curved sides in the desk top as well as rounded legs for a balanced, cohesive feel. Ideal for a computer workspace, the Woood Desk includes a two-inch plug hole to accommodate wires and chargers, keeping the surface of the desk streamlined and clean.
Designed by Marcel Wanders for Moooi, the Woood Desk is a minimalist desk with thoughtful details. Stained in a sleek black, the desk is comprised of an oak veneer top and beech frame. Although largely angular, the desk features gracefully curved sides in the desk top as well as rounded legs for a balanced, cohesive feel. Ideal for a computer workspace, the Woood Desk includes a two-inch plug hole to accommodate wires and chargers, keeping the surface of the desk streamlined and clean.
This kitchen in Austin, Texas, was designed by Royce Flournoy and expertly combines black, Shaker-style cabinets, white subway tiles, Carrera marble countertops, and wooden floors to create a balance between rustic warmth and industrial simplicity.
This kitchen in Austin, Texas, was designed by Royce Flournoy and expertly combines black, Shaker-style cabinets, white subway tiles, Carrera marble countertops, and wooden floors to create a balance between rustic warmth and industrial simplicity.
An illuminated brick wall makes a lovely backdrop when juxtaposed against this kitchen's glossy black cabinets.
An illuminated brick wall makes a lovely backdrop when juxtaposed against this kitchen's glossy black cabinets.
While Brooklyn brownstones conjure up memories of their turn-of-the-century roots, they also remain the modern-day face of New York’s coolest boroughs. With brownstone living, however, comes responsibility—many of these classic beauties are in need of renovation and restoration. Here are 10 standout, renovated brownstones that retain their original charm with added contemporary cool.
While Brooklyn brownstones conjure up memories of their turn-of-the-century roots, they also remain the modern-day face of New York’s coolest boroughs. With brownstone living, however, comes responsibility—many of these classic beauties are in need of renovation and restoration. Here are 10 standout, renovated brownstones that retain their original charm with added contemporary cool.
Tucked away in the woods of Denmark, furniture design company Kobenhavens Mobelsnedkeri designed this vacation retreat that boats a striking pitch-black kitchen island. The home features a restrained color palette complemented with natural touches; the floor is a delicate pale oak, which contrasts with the bold statement of the dark cabinets and island.
Tucked away in the woods of Denmark, furniture design company Kobenhavens Mobelsnedkeri designed this vacation retreat that boats a striking pitch-black kitchen island. The home features a restrained color palette complemented with natural touches; the floor is a delicate pale oak, which contrasts with the bold statement of the dark cabinets and island.
Susanna Vento, pictured here with her daughter Varpu, is a Helsinki-based editor, stylist, and interior designer. Asked about her design approach in her own apartment, she says: “As an interior designer I choose new designs for my clients, but for my own home, I tend to prefer crafty or old stuff. If I buy something, I want to buy only things that stand the test of time. But even better is to buy nothing at all and do-it-yourself!”
Susanna Vento, pictured here with her daughter Varpu, is a Helsinki-based editor, stylist, and interior designer. Asked about her design approach in her own apartment, she says: “As an interior designer I choose new designs for my clients, but for my own home, I tend to prefer crafty or old stuff. If I buy something, I want to buy only things that stand the test of time. But even better is to buy nothing at all and do-it-yourself!”
The Mod Drops arrangement of tiles has a Scandinavian sensibility.
The Mod Drops arrangement of tiles has a Scandinavian sensibility.
A matte black kitchen is perfectly in step with the Scandinavian style in this houseboat in the Netherlands. Via The Style Files
A matte black kitchen is perfectly in step with the Scandinavian style in this houseboat in the Netherlands. Via The Style Files
This interior by Line Klein is featured on our Scandinavian Design board. We dig the contrast between the dark furniture and white floors and walls.
This interior by Line Klein is featured on our Scandinavian Design board. We dig the contrast between the dark furniture and white floors and walls.
In keeping with Scandinavian building traditions, locally sourced Douglas fir clads the exterior. "The clients like the simplicity of [local] barns," Koolhaas says. The black paint also helps draw in heat, which is important in the region's cold climate.
In keeping with Scandinavian building traditions, locally sourced Douglas fir clads the exterior. "The clients like the simplicity of [local] barns," Koolhaas says. The black paint also helps draw in heat, which is important in the region's cold climate.
Muuto's Fiber Chair with composite seat upholstered in Remix 183 black fabric with swivel base. For more cutting-edge Scandinavian design from Muuto, comb through the Dwell archive.
Muuto's Fiber Chair with composite seat upholstered in Remix 183 black fabric with swivel base. For more cutting-edge Scandinavian design from Muuto, comb through the Dwell archive.
The interiors at Brüke 49 are composed of eclectic Scandinavian styles combined with pieces farmers who previously occupied the house left behind. Photo by Martin Guggisberg via Bergdorf AG.
The interiors at Brüke 49 are composed of eclectic Scandinavian styles combined with pieces farmers who previously occupied the house left behind. Photo by Martin Guggisberg via Bergdorf AG.
Omaggio Coffee Press by Stilleben for Kähler, $125 from danishdesignstore.com Fresh brewed coffee served in a simple Scandinavian vessel. What more could one possibly want?
Omaggio Coffee Press by Stilleben for Kähler, $125 from danishdesignstore.com Fresh brewed coffee served in a simple Scandinavian vessel. What more could one possibly want?