You can hardly flip a page in a design magazine without coming across one of these gilded creations — but today’s passion for sunburst mirrors is hardly new. With design roots in the Middle Ages and Versailles, the sunburst mirror has a fascinating (and long) history.
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Defining “bohemian” (boho) as an interior style is really attempting to label something that can’t be labeled, so dependent is it on the individual. It has elements of Shabby Chic and eclecticism, mixed with an artistic and theatrical flamboyance that has nothing to do with trends. Boho is witty, whimsical and highly reflective of the mind and lifestyle of the person who embraces it. In its way it is an antistyle, but at its heart is a love of art, color, contrasts, creativity, travel, adventure, the past and, above all, freedom from convention.
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1. Buying a painting supports the artist directly. 2. Paintings are tactile. 3. Paintings are perfect for renters. 4. Paintings are one of a kind. 5. Paintings are handmade. 6. A painting can make the room. 7. Paintings make a house feel like home. 8. Paintings inspire. 9. Curating your own art gallery is fun!
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Create a view you’ll love to wake up to: With calming colors and restful subjects, this artwork will transform the bedroom into a dreamy retreat. Here are some tips on how to hang artwork in your bedroom.
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Playing free association with animal prints can bring to mind the jungle room at Graceland, Heather Locklear’s sheets on Melrose Place or the fashion choices of Snooki from Jersey Shore. But what designers know is that animal prints can be so much more sophisticated than that. And designers sometimes use these patterns to add a touch of whimsy to an otherwise serious room. After all, even a serious room can use a little bit of Eartha Kitt to make it really purr.
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The Chinese equivalent of the snuffbox, snuff bottles were quite the status symbol during the Qing Dynasty. They make a similarly stellar statement displayed on your shelf or desk.
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Dreaming of a getaway to le Marais? A vibrant, chic Paris neighborhood of galleries, vintage boutiques, and to-die-for apartments. The look is all about referencing the past without shying away from the future, mixing styles, and knowing how to edit. Below are some tips on mastering that je ne sais quoi.
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From the family den to the formal living room, follow these easy tips for transforming your sofa into a stylish seat that fits your look and your life.
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Although we all love to drool over images of gorgeous designer bathrooms, we may not have the budget to go all-out when the time comes to spruce up our own washrooms. But that doesn’t mean your remodel has to be generic and uninspired. There are many ways to get a high-end look without a hefty price tag. Here are 12 tricks to do just that.
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