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	'Modern Patchwork will Return in 2010' 2009-12-29 10:15:32 One of 2009�s big trends in furniture was the concept of modern patchwork. This trend combines the crafty elements of mixed media and pattern, with the sleek lines of modern furniture. If you splurged on a nice piece of patchwork in �09 you�ll be happy to hear that the style will still be going strong as we close out the decade. If you haven�t given this style a go, here are a few inspiration...

	'Instant Style with Creative Lighting' 2009-12-09 18:26:40 Let�s face it: not everyone is blessed with the talent for good decorating. The number of choices and elements that might make up just room can be very overwhelming - especially if you�re short on money, time, or vision. But when in doubt, there always one key thing that can bring instant style to any space: LIGHTING. Say you�ve decided to be safe with your furniture choices. You have quality...

	'Form Trumps Function: Italian Tubs Let you Bathe in a Dish or Shoe' 2009-12-08 17:27:36 If you live a form over function type of lifestyle there are some visually stunning choices you can make with your interior design. Once such choice is the Leggera bathtub from Ceramica Flaminia of Italy. The tub�s shape and expansive dimensions mean that even the tall people should be able to stretch out in it�s comforting cradle shape. But if it�s a child�s splashy bath time you need, this...

	'Home Decor Gets Patriotic' 2009-03-11 12:53:39 According to tradition, you are not supposed to let the American flag touch the ground. However, now you can walk all over it � or at least an artistic interpretation of it � thanks to British rug master Luke Irwin�s latest creation. Titled �Doves and Stripes,� this six by nine foot rug is a unique take on Old Glory, with the stars from the Stars and Stripes replaced with a flock of...

	'Putting the Book in Bookshelf' 2009-01-27 16:56:40 For people who really, really, really love to read, designer Jim Rosenau has created what may be the ultimate bookshelf. Instead of boring old wood, or glass, or perspex or metal or any other typical building material, Rosenau's bookshelves are made�of actual books. Not only that, his creations have wacky themes. The "Who Done It?" bookshelf is comprised of the...