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Design Crush: Sleek, Modern Dining Table
If you're looking for a modern dining table with sculptural style and timeless appeal, my Design Crush will captivate. The Curzon table from ModLoft sits gracefully atop geometric wired legs made of chromed steel or painted metal. The table top is unconventionally angled and made of wood or lacquer in three shades: teak, cathedral ebony, or glossy white. This combination accounts for a visually arresting appeal and would make any meal an experience to remember. I particularly like the contrast of the thin legs to the stately presence of the top. I think it would be destined to become the focal...
Color Crush: Renaissance Painting
European Renaissance art was created during the 14th, 15th, and 16th centuries, heavily influenced by an increased interest in nature, a revival of classical education and forms, and a stronger idea of individualism. It was part of a broader rebirth in the areas of philosophy, literature, music, and science and some magnificent works of painting, sculpture and decorative arts were created. One of the most famous is Sandro Botticelli's The Birth of Venus, my Color Crush inspiration for today. It was painted in the mid-1480s in Florence, Italy, for the Medici family. As experts have noted, the painting prominently depicts Venus in the...
Remodeling Realities: 4 Things To Keep In Mind When Redesigning Your Kitchen
This is the fourth post in a series called Remodeling Realities. We’re looking at all the moving parts of a home remodel, from how to choose an interior designer and general contractor to picking tile treatments and finishing touches. Read the last post in the series here and stay tuned for all of them! Remodeling or redesigning your kitchen can be quite costly, but many Dallas homeowners find it well worth the effort. A new kitchen can significantly raise the value of a house, and families in the Dallas-Fort Worth area are able to recoup an average of 84 percent...