Kelsey: Impossible Geometry

Rather, Géométrie de L’impossible, a project by artist Fanette Guilloud in which she paints optical illusions in abandoned spaces. To catch the image, one must stand at just the precise in order to get the perspective.
Kelsey: Impossible Geometry Rather, Géométrie de L’impossible, a project by artist Fanette Guilloud in which she paints optical illusions in abandoned spaces. To catch the image, one must stand at just the precise in order to get the perspective.
Our Friday Finds board is perhaps the most pertinent if you're looking for what directly inspires the Dwell staff. Posted by editors and writers, these pins are both helpful suggestions for followers and the essence of the modern Dwell perspective. View Dwell's Friday Finds here.
Our Friday Finds board is perhaps the most pertinent if you're looking for what directly inspires the Dwell staff. Posted by editors and writers, these pins are both helpful suggestions for followers and the essence of the modern Dwell perspective. View Dwell's Friday Finds here.
Diana: Neiman Marcus Fantasy Gifts

Only 74 shopping days until Christmas, friends. If you're still looking for that special gift for the one who has it all, consider perusing the Neiman Marcus Christmasbook. It's chock full of giftables, like the $150,000 Falconry Companion (shown above). If the luxurious looks don't catch your eye, the aptly written product copy will capture your mind: "Years of apprenticeship and study are behind you. Your raptor is trained, and you have received the ultimate title of Master Falconer." (It remains to be seen if this was written by the inimitable J. Peterman, but we're looking into it.)
Diana: Neiman Marcus Fantasy Gifts Only 74 shopping days until Christmas, friends. If you're still looking for that special gift for the one who has it all, consider perusing the Neiman Marcus Christmasbook. It's chock full of giftables, like the $150,000 Falconry Companion (shown above). If the luxurious looks don't catch your eye, the aptly written product copy will capture your mind: "Years of apprenticeship and study are behind you. Your raptor is trained, and you have received the ultimate title of Master Falconer." (It remains to be seen if this was written by the inimitable J. Peterman, but we're looking into it.)
Paid a call to Friday Next, a great design shop in Amsterdam. Spotted: Light Forest by Ontwerpduo.
Paid a call to Friday Next, a great design shop in Amsterdam. Spotted: Light Forest by Ontwerpduo.
In addition to her beloved midcentury style, Young developed an appreciation for Scandinavian design while abroad in Europe in her twenties, evident in the pared-down bedroom.
In addition to her beloved midcentury style, Young developed an appreciation for Scandinavian design while abroad in Europe in her twenties, evident in the pared-down bedroom.
A few months later, for our October 9, 2009, Friday Finds, senior editor Sarah Rich selected Baan's photographs of the Bilbao Jardin by Diana Balmori of Balmori Associates. "As if Bilbao weren't already rich in amazing architecture by world-class names, the new Bilbao Jardin design by Diana Balmori (of Balmori Associates) has taken it to the next level," Rich wrote. "I'm completely mesmerized by Iwan Baan's photos of the garden."
A few months later, for our October 9, 2009, Friday Finds, senior editor Sarah Rich selected Baan's photographs of the Bilbao Jardin by Diana Balmori of Balmori Associates. "As if Bilbao weren't already rich in amazing architecture by world-class names, the new Bilbao Jardin design by Diana Balmori (of Balmori Associates) has taken it to the next level," Rich wrote. "I'm completely mesmerized by Iwan Baan's photos of the garden."
For our August 14, 2009, Friday Finds, editor-in-chief Sam Grawe temporarily satisfied his wanderlust by clicking through Baan's images of Herzog & de Meuron's Plaza España Tenerife.
For our August 14, 2009, Friday Finds, editor-in-chief Sam Grawe temporarily satisfied his wanderlust by clicking through Baan's images of Herzog & de Meuron's Plaza España Tenerife.
Friday Next, contd. Great mix of established Dutch and Scandinavian designers plus newcomers like Lex Pott and Mae Engelgeer. Check it out at Overtoom 31.
Friday Next, contd. Great mix of established Dutch and Scandinavian designers plus newcomers like Lex Pott and Mae Engelgeer. Check it out at Overtoom 31.
Lots of fun finds in the lighting department.
Lots of fun finds in the lighting department.
In the renovation of a 1950s building in Royan, France, interior designer Florence Deau selected a fleet of vintage and new furnishings.
In the renovation of a 1950s building in Royan, France, interior designer Florence Deau selected a fleet of vintage and new furnishings.
Ayanthi Fernand, winner of Friday night's competition.
Ayanthi Fernand, winner of Friday night's competition.
A custom-fabricated sideboard of birch, in a coffee-colored stain, finds its niche among the 

gathering of windows.
A custom-fabricated sideboard of birch, in a coffee-colored stain, finds its niche among the gathering of windows.
Jorge finds some time to relax in the living room. Chaise longue by Le Corbusier; coffee table by Noguchi.
Jorge finds some time to relax in the living room. Chaise longue by Le Corbusier; coffee table by Noguchi.
The 510 Cabin is one of Leggitt's designs, executed with the help of student apprentices.
The 510 Cabin is one of Leggitt's designs, executed with the help of student apprentices.
Two sconces, Steven Handelman Studios Iron Wall Lights, flank original photography by Bess Friday. The design team furred out foundation walls in key places – such as behind the couch here – to create functional ledges, and straighten sloping walls.
Two sconces, Steven Handelman Studios Iron Wall Lights, flank original photography by Bess Friday. The design team furred out foundation walls in key places – such as behind the couch here – to create functional ledges, and straighten sloping walls.
Friday 1 chairs by Avenue Road face far-reaching views.
Friday 1 chairs by Avenue Road face far-reaching views.
Arthur created the fresh pumpkin salad based on farmers’ market finds.
Arthur created the fresh pumpkin salad based on farmers’ market finds.
"We mixed high and low furnishings, and it was fun to do research and purchase everything over time—like during Black Friday sales,
"We mixed high and low furnishings, and it was fun to do research and purchase everything over time—like during Black Friday sales,
The cover of Murakami Versailles.
The cover of Murakami Versailles.
Or the ladder and lamp adorning this one—the kind of detail you’d find on a submarine.
Or the ladder and lamp adorning this one—the kind of detail you’d find on a submarine.
Pendant by Matthew Fairbank Design.
Pendant by Matthew Fairbank Design.
Clock by Ding3000 for Discipline.
Clock by Ding3000 for Discipline.
The structure of the coop was inspired by the new bus shelters and newsstands in New York City.
The structure of the coop was inspired by the new bus shelters and newsstands in New York City.
Bornstein’s living room features an intriguing collection of furniture. The sofa is made by Swedish manufacturer Ire. The 1970s wood burner was a secondhand store find, and the wood table, by Bruno Mattson, was found in a bin at a recycling station. He inherited the lounge chair from his parents.
Bornstein’s living room features an intriguing collection of furniture. The sofa is made by Swedish manufacturer Ire. The 1970s wood burner was a secondhand store find, and the wood table, by Bruno Mattson, was found in a bin at a recycling station. He inherited the lounge chair from his parents.
Floor plan of Truckee Cabin by Bess Friday
Floor plan of Truckee Cabin by Bess Friday
Aaron: My Friday Find this week is this picture of scores and scores of tulips in bloom in Holland. Wow! Thanks to Heather Mourer of One Home in Denver for passing the picture on.
Aaron: My Friday Find this week is this picture of scores and scores of tulips in bloom in Holland. Wow! Thanks to Heather Mourer of One Home in Denver for passing the picture on.
Visitors find unique writing environments throughout the gallery space.  Photo by Robby Campbell
Visitors find unique writing environments throughout the gallery space. Photo by Robby Campbell
William Lamson's Solarium.
William Lamson's Solarium.
New residential buildings are few and far between in England, so architects like Phillips have increasingly been charged with creating groundbreaking modern environments within the shells of historic houses. “People just find it easier to work within existing houses to transform them to be sleek, stylish and functional,” says Phillips. “Extensions have almost become a requirement for any homeowner who wants to be a part of modern living within the U.K.”
New residential buildings are few and far between in England, so architects like Phillips have increasingly been charged with creating groundbreaking modern environments within the shells of historic houses. “People just find it easier to work within existing houses to transform them to be sleek, stylish and functional,” says Phillips. “Extensions have almost become a requirement for any homeowner who wants to be a part of modern living within the U.K.”
Natural light fills the home, which Watson and Tschopp decorated with a mix of modern classics, thrift-store finds, and more contemporary design pieces like the Cappellini couch.
Natural light fills the home, which Watson and Tschopp decorated with a mix of modern classics, thrift-store finds, and more contemporary design pieces like the Cappellini couch.
Here's what Duthie calls his "ideal find: a mid-century chair on the side of the road that's broken." He also finds chairs in thrift stores, flea markets, and estate sales.
Here's what Duthie calls his "ideal find: a mid-century chair on the side of the road that's broken." He also finds chairs in thrift stores, flea markets, and estate sales.
In a Melbourne suburb, a private house doubles as a public art gallery. Find the story in the June 2012 Interior Design Issue on sale now.
In a Melbourne suburb, a private house doubles as a public art gallery. Find the story in the June 2012 Interior Design Issue on sale now.
Bayley’s ventless fireplace from Spark Modern Fires keeps the house toasty as he reads in his favorite red armchair, a vintage-store find, in his bedroom.
Bayley’s ventless fireplace from Spark Modern Fires keeps the house toasty as he reads in his favorite red armchair, a vintage-store find, in his bedroom.
How does daylight affect happiness and well-being? Marvin decided to find out.
How does daylight affect happiness and well-being? Marvin decided to find out.
The team painted the exterior brick after patching it in places, like the section left by the removal of the door. “We could find the exact texture of brick, that classic Roman running bond, but we could not find it in the right color,” says architect Kailin Gregga. Painting the entire exterior unifies the façade. Rich Brilliant Willing “Hoist” sconces in Black was also added.
The team painted the exterior brick after patching it in places, like the section left by the removal of the door. “We could find the exact texture of brick, that classic Roman running bond, but we could not find it in the right color,” says architect Kailin Gregga. Painting the entire exterior unifies the façade. Rich Brilliant Willing “Hoist” sconces in Black was also added.

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