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Shige Hasegawa’s “Hana” Set

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The designers at Shige Hasegawa Design in Tokyo have developed this interesting, nature-inspired table and lamp set which is designed to focus in on a sense of tranquility and inspiration through simplicity.  ‘Hana’ actually means flower in Japanese, which is pretty clearly the inspiration for these products:  first, the Hana table, inspired by origami, is constructed from five flower pedal-shaped plywood legs which collectively hold up the glass table top without the use of additional screws or bolts.

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Second, those with a green thumb and a good sense of style will fall in love with this unassuming, graceful lamp design.  The charming, fabric-covered lamp design, Hana Stretch, is subtle and stylish and would make a great addition to a simplistic atmosphere in dire need of creative mood lighting. – via

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Point Dume Residence in Malibu

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Lavish, luxurious, extensive, exquisite and simple breathtaking— Malibu is home to some of the most amazing homes there are. And it should not surprise anyone that the island of the stars (and the rehab addicts) has thrown up another one at us. Dubbed the Point Dume Residence, it’s been designed by Los Angeles based Griffin Enright Architects with  flowing vast interiors, expansive windows, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, outdoor patios and a classy lap pool. With the Pacific a stone’s throw away, the inspiration seems to have drawn from the waves as flowing curves that meet perfect lines in the building’s blueprint. Another retreat fitting for the stars!

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Storage splurge: How to buy a wardrobe

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You are trying to redecorate your bedroom or even conjure up the design and decorating aspects of a new one and you are always faced with the daunting challenge of picking a new wardrobe that will suit all your needs? Whether you wish to use this storage space for your precious and fragile clothes or any other stuff you’ll put in, the right wardrobe can satisfy these needs with ease. But what exactly constitutes a good wardrobe and how is it that you can pick one from the whole lot in the market? Here is the answer to that puzzling question.

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#1 Cross-check for the size

The wardrobe that you wish to invite into your home’s interior must fit in perfectly with its new found destination, hence why you should consider the available space. A wardrobe that is too large or diminutive, looks out of place and will diminish the overall appeal of your home. Just get the size right before anything else.

#2 Quality (materials)

There is no doubt that most often wood is the preferred material for closets. But even with wood, there are various types which range in quality. That’s why picking something that is low on build means that the top layer will peel off within no time. There are other materials available like plastic and metal, which go just great with sleek and contemporary interiors.

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#3 Wardrobe types

You can either custom order the wardrobe or have an already made wardrobe modified to certain extent. Or even get an unaltered existing one. While this one is the cheapest, the comfort factor also varies greatly. What you need here is a balance between your necessities and how much cash you can spare. The choice is purely individual.

#4 Wardrobe styles

From the Victorian in the classical-style to the eclectic in the exotic, from the light wood in country style to the heavy metals of the retro; it is just a matter of choosing what you want as there are truckloads of models available in various designs and following multitude of themes.

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#5 The quality of thefinish

You can easily check that out in every little closet of the wardrobe. Push  them in and out and listen for  squeaking sounds which are clear indicators that the product is flawed. Check the edges to know the exact quality of finishing and how long it will really last.

#6 A test to the Knobs and Pulls

These will have to last as long as the wardrobe does. Hence, have a complete check of how these work, the quality of metal used and scan for any rust or cracks in the joints. Do not ignore them because if the joints or the knobs come off, then there will be little left of your lovely wardrobe.

Once you are convinced with the quality and floored by the beauty of the wardrobe, then go ahead and consider the price options. But in case of a wardrobe it is best if you spend well once as it will prove to be a worthwhile investment.

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Innovative Design: Nestle headquarters in Queretaro

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After creating a tempting chocolate museum for Nestlé, Rojkind Arquitectos have been challenged to put up a new design a new facility in Querétaro, with laboratories, offices, an auditorium and a tasting area. That’s not much of a deal unless you consider the fact that in 1996 the center of Querétaro was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. But much can be done with a little creativity, isn’t it? The innovative architects managed to work around the conundrum by excavating a series of intersected spheres from orthogonal buildings, excavations which repeated through an open and continuous space. This along with simple use of semi-spherical domes ensured that the latest “nest” for Nestlé, turned out as an absolute masterpiece. – via

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Recession Never Happened: London Building Sells for $150million?

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I don’t know about you but I’m pretty certain that the recession and 2008, never happened. That’s because I’ve just heard that a luxurious house at 10 Belgrave Square, in London, went on sale for a record-breaking price of £100million. That’s some $150 million if you checked your wallet. With more than 21,000 sq ft of living space, 12 bedrooms, 20ft ceilings, an indoor swimming pool in the basement, a gym, a home theater and exquisite fittings, the six-floor building has been revamped by Musa Salem (a Lebanese owner) and is now fighting to nab the “London’s most expensive house” title. As crazy as it may look, we’re sure someone could use some marketing and will probably sell quite fast. – via

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