From urban-dwellers to empty-nesters, many are now embracing the movement toward smaller, more sensible living. Bosch's new line of 24" kitchen appliances is designed to help them save space without downsizing on style.
From urban-dwellers to empty-nesters, many are now embracing the movement toward smaller, more sensible living. Bosch's new line of 24" kitchen appliances is designed to help them save space without downsizing on style.
Bosch's compact kitchen line, which includes an electric and gas cooktop, wall oven, and refrigerator, as well as an 18" dishwasher, is particularly well-suited for city apartments and secondary hangouts, like basements and guesthouses.
Bosch's compact kitchen line, which includes an electric and gas cooktop, wall oven, and refrigerator, as well as an 18" dishwasher, is particularly well-suited for city apartments and secondary hangouts, like basements and guesthouses.
Together, Bosch's sleek 24" kitchen and laundry suites address the trend toward smaller living by extending modern, European-style design to even the closest quarters.
Together, Bosch's sleek 24" kitchen and laundry suites address the trend toward smaller living by extending modern, European-style design to even the closest quarters.
Joining the kitchen line, Bosch recently unveiled an efficient 24" laundry pair. The units can be stacked vertically, further reducing their footprint in the home.
Joining the kitchen line, Bosch recently unveiled an efficient 24" laundry pair. The units can be stacked vertically, further reducing their footprint in the home.
A 24-by24-foot Cor-ten-clad pavilion tops the three-story addition.
A 24-by24-foot Cor-ten-clad pavilion tops the three-story addition.
Olson Kundig refurbished this 1950s building as a flexible off-site exhibition space for SFMOMA's Project Los Altos in downtown Los Altos, California. The firm replaced the front facade with a double-height, floor-to-ceiling window wall that can be raised or lowered at the whim of the user.
Olson Kundig refurbished this 1950s building as a flexible off-site exhibition space for SFMOMA's Project Los Altos in downtown Los Altos, California. The firm replaced the front facade with a double-height, floor-to-ceiling window wall that can be raised or lowered at the whim of the user.
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In the kitchen area and throughout the home, Mads Odgård, shown here, and Mette Lyng Hansen mixed Odgård’s pieces, such as the Odgård kettle for Raadvad and custom table, with Ikea basics  and the Workshop pendant lamp by Louis Poulsen.
In the kitchen area and throughout the home, Mads Odgård, shown here, and Mette Lyng Hansen mixed Odgård’s pieces, such as the Odgård kettle for Raadvad and custom table, with Ikea basics and the Workshop pendant lamp by Louis Poulsen.
The kitchen flooring is 24” x 24” DalTile Chadwick Charcoal Tile and the wall tile is by Heath Ceramics.
The kitchen flooring is 24” x 24” DalTile Chadwick Charcoal Tile and the wall tile is by Heath Ceramics.
1st Anniversary: Paper

Table Model Lamp 24N from the Akari Light Sculptures collection by Isamu Noguchi, $250
1st Anniversary: Paper Table Model Lamp 24N from the Akari Light Sculptures collection by Isamu Noguchi, $250
Available in both 1 oz. and 2 oz. sizes, the gold-plated jiggers are an elegant addition to a barware collection. The 1 oz. jigger includes vessels for both ½ ounce and 1 ounce of liquid, and the 2 oz. jigger includes vessels for both 1 ounce and 2 ounces of liquid. Both jiggers have a simple silhouette that resembles a classic hourglass.
Available in both 1 oz. and 2 oz. sizes, the gold-plated jiggers are an elegant addition to a barware collection. The 1 oz. jigger includes vessels for both ½ ounce and 1 ounce of liquid, and the 2 oz. jigger includes vessels for both 1 ounce and 2 ounces of liquid. Both jiggers have a simple silhouette that resembles a classic hourglass.
The dining table, made from a single piece of teak, is a little over 13 feet long and was custom made for the space. It can seat up to 24.
The dining table, made from a single piece of teak, is a little over 13 feet long and was custom made for the space. It can seat up to 24.
The 24K Gold-Plated Cocktail Shaker takes a simple bar accessory and recasts it with a luxe finish. A classic three-piece cobbler, this shaker will elevate an at-home bar.
The 24K Gold-Plated Cocktail Shaker takes a simple bar accessory and recasts it with a luxe finish. A classic three-piece cobbler, this shaker will elevate an at-home bar.
The Cobb Haus, a wood-sided, 700-square-foot cabin in Cobb, California, features a large wood deck surrounded by towering trees.
The Cobb Haus, a wood-sided, 700-square-foot cabin in Cobb, California, features a large wood deck surrounded by towering trees.
Graphic and pastel textiles adorn a collection of modern chairs and sofas in the downstairs sitting room. Warm-gray floorboards extend throughout the whole lower level for a fresh, modern look.
Graphic and pastel textiles adorn a collection of modern chairs and sofas in the downstairs sitting room. Warm-gray floorboards extend throughout the whole lower level for a fresh, modern look.
A classic three-piece cobbler, this cocktail shaker is crafted from 24K gold-plated stainless steel. Pair with the gold-plated jiggers to create a classic gin martini.
A classic three-piece cobbler, this cocktail shaker is crafted from 24K gold-plated stainless steel. Pair with the gold-plated jiggers to create a classic gin martini.
The RD24 with the deck, access ladder, and solar roof extended. Bikes can be stored on the rear.
The RD24 with the deck, access ladder, and solar roof extended. Bikes can be stored on the rear.
With the capability to carry 100 gallons of fresh water, 600 watts of solar energy, 4,800 kWh of lithium energy, and 2,000 watts of inverter power, the RD24 is capable of powering all on-board appliances for three to seven days off grid—giving adventurers the opportunity to explore further afield.
With the capability to carry 100 gallons of fresh water, 600 watts of solar energy, 4,800 kWh of lithium energy, and 2,000 watts of inverter power, the RD24 is capable of powering all on-board appliances for three to seven days off grid—giving adventurers the opportunity to explore further afield.
The volumes are wrapped in black standing-seam metal with custom 24" Alaskan yellow cedar siding for contrast.
The volumes are wrapped in black standing-seam metal with custom 24" Alaskan yellow cedar siding for contrast.
On Becoming an Artist: Isamu Noguchi and His Contemporaries is on view at the Noguchi Museum in Queens until April 24, 2011.
On Becoming an Artist: Isamu Noguchi and His Contemporaries is on view at the Noguchi Museum in Queens until April 24, 2011.
The bathroom floor is made of 24" square terrazzo tiles from Concrete Collaborative. The walls and shower floor feature Heath Ceramics field tiles.
The bathroom floor is made of 24" square terrazzo tiles from Concrete Collaborative. The walls and shower floor feature Heath Ceramics field tiles.
The project team excavated a portion of the backyard to create a sunken patio that seamlessly meets the grade of the interior living spaces. The interior flooring is large-scale honed basalt tile (24" x 48" in size), which becomes 24" x 48" flamed basalt tile at the exterior patio.
The project team excavated a portion of the backyard to create a sunken patio that seamlessly meets the grade of the interior living spaces. The interior flooring is large-scale honed basalt tile (24" x 48" in size), which becomes 24" x 48" flamed basalt tile at the exterior patio.
24” induction cooktop by     Fisher & Paykel 
$1,399 
Fisher & Paykel’s 24- inch cooktop has four cooking zones that  can be bridged to create two SmartZones. The versatile appliance comes in a 12-, 30-, and 36-inch version as well.
24” induction cooktop by Fisher & Paykel $1,399 Fisher & Paykel’s 24- inch cooktop has four cooking zones that can be bridged to create two SmartZones. The versatile appliance comes in a 12-, 30-, and 36-inch version as well.
246 East 58th Street
246 East 58th Street
Two large multi-slide doors open up the main living space to the exterior. The opening picture faces west towards the back yard; it is 12' h x 24' w.
Two large multi-slide doors open up the main living space to the exterior. The opening picture faces west towards the back yard; it is 12' h x 24' w.
A 24/7 doorman sits in the lobby.
A 24/7 doorman sits in the lobby.
My standing on our 24” exterior wall
My standing on our 24” exterior wall
The new dining room is part of the open-concept great room. Porcelanosa floor tile (in 12" x 24" Town Niquel Nature) is used throughout the home’s interior to provide a soft and neutral backdrop, allowing pops of color and statement tile to shine.
The new dining room is part of the open-concept great room. Porcelanosa floor tile (in 12" x 24" Town Niquel Nature) is used throughout the home’s interior to provide a soft and neutral backdrop, allowing pops of color and statement tile to shine.
The spruce cladding that wraps around the Vilde tiny house model patinas and eventually turns a silvery-gray tone that blends into the Scandinavian landscape.
The spruce cladding that wraps around the Vilde tiny house model patinas and eventually turns a silvery-gray tone that blends into the Scandinavian landscape.
The nearly floor-to-ceiling windows also wrap around a corner of the room.
The nearly floor-to-ceiling windows also wrap around a corner of the room.
To deck out their vacation-rental property, Nicolas Potts and Emma Pilkington Mead crafted a cushy, rose-hued space. In the kitchenette, a comfortable upholstered daybed sits above the breakfast nook.
To deck out their vacation-rental property, Nicolas Potts and Emma Pilkington Mead crafted a cushy, rose-hued space. In the kitchenette, a comfortable upholstered daybed sits above the breakfast nook.
Liberation Tiny Home’s 24' x 8.5' entry-level home is called Rumspringa, and it starts at $45,000. The home is available with either a modern or traditional design aesthetic. From there, the models size up and can include optional features like soaking tubs, composting or incinerating toilets, and stairs with built-in storage.
Liberation Tiny Home’s 24' x 8.5' entry-level home is called Rumspringa, and it starts at $45,000. The home is available with either a modern or traditional design aesthetic. From there, the models size up and can include optional features like soaking tubs, composting or incinerating toilets, and stairs with built-in storage.
The 24-foot RV is six foot shorter than Living Vehicles next smallest model, and sets a new standard in the luxury travel market.
The 24-foot RV is six foot shorter than Living Vehicles next smallest model, and sets a new standard in the luxury travel market.

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