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Fabrics & Linens: Foreclosure Quilts by Kathryn Clark
Traditionally, quilting is a craft born of hardship, when people made warm covers out of whatever scraps they could find. But artist and former urban planner Kathryn Clark takes this association one...
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Hotels, Lodging & Restaurants: Coin Laundry in Melbourne
Located in the Melbourne suburbs of Armadale, Coin Laundry is a cafe serving coffee and "brekkie" (Aussie speak for breakfast) on the premises of a former launderette. Owners Matt Vero and Steve...
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Domestic Science: Laundry Bag Roundup
A sturdy laundry bag is a household essential; when not hauling laundry, it can double as storage for all sorts of items. We've rounded up a few of our favorites. (For more storage options, consult...
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Appliances: Jiffy Standing Garment Steamer
Garment steamers are fast displacing the traditional iron. With steamers, there is no scorching, and clothes can be "pressed" right on their hangers, a benefit for apartment dwellers who lack the...
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Domestic Science: Vipp Dustpan and Brush
Vipp, a company that launched in 1939 with a single pedal bin (designed by founder Holger Nielsen for his wife), recently introduced an industrial-style broom and dustpan set. It is available from...
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Furniture: Trine Thorsen in Norway
When she's not taking pictures, Norwegian photographer Trine Thorsen occupies her time renovating an 1928 house in Norway (with the help of her boyfriend). Together, the couple designs and makes...
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Hotels, Lodging & Restaurants: The Crown in Amersham, England
The Crown, Amersham is my go-to place to stay in the UK when I have to catch an early-morning flight out of Heathrow; it's an easy drive from London (and also happens to be the final stop on the...
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Walls, Windows & Floors: Rush Matters in Bedfordshire
Felicity Irons, founder of UK company Rush Matters (and sister of actor Jeremy Irons), has given new life to the ancient art of rush working. According to Irons, a recently appointed Yeoman of the...
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5 Quick Fixes: Fire Safety Roundup
On the checklist for the New Year: fire safety. Here's a roundup of ideas for safeguarding your house. Above: Spotted on Katrines Interior Blog, a DIY project that gives a fire extinguisher a new...
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Accessories: Wooden Clock from Another Country
A witty throwback to a predigital age, the wooden clock from UK's Another Country features brass plated hands and a solid oak body. Headed by Paul de Zwert, a member of the founding team at Wallpaper,...
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Shopper's Diary: Objects of Use in Oxford
A Remodelista reader clued us in to Objects of Use, a source for well-designed tools and furniture. Formerly located in Ironbridge (the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution), Objects of Use...
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Architect Visit: Spa Bath Roundup
A roundup of spa-like baths we've admired recently, which are from members of the Remodelista Architect/Designer Directory. Above: A lush view in Louisiana, by Lang Architecture. Above: A San...
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Steal This Look: Classic Shower in Finland
Discovered via Design Skool, an appealingly retro Scandi shower from Lundagård, an 1860s timbered house in Finland. Aja and Christian, the owners of Lundagård, disassembled and rebuilt the house fifty...
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Rugs: Lace Rugs by Hooked Design in Finland
On our wish lists: hand-crocheted rugs inspired by the windows of Notre Dame in Paris. Spotted on the blog Nordic Design, these lace rugs are the creation of Finnish designer Minna Kokko and...
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Accessories: Wooden Beads as Decor
Noticed lately: wooden beads as decor. Here are a few examples of stylishly arranged wooden strands; we're inspired to try this ourselves. Above: A "home necklace" spotted on Annaleena's Hem. Above: A...
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Bath: Roll With It by Pete Oyler
A toilet paper holder that even the adolescent boys in my household can't miss. The design of New York-based Pete Oyler's Roll With It holder is so simple, they might even occasionally put it to good...
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Designer Visit: Joseph Foglia Designs in Brooklyn
Long before Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood became the happening place to be, designer Joseph Foglia was creating notable spaces there. Known for designing watering holes—New York magazine...
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10 Easy Pieces: Classic Freestanding Bathtubs
Nothing conjures relaxation like a long soak in a traditional clawfoot tub. Our roundup of classic freestanding tubs (all come without fittings, unless otherwise noted) are equally at home in...
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Faucets & Fixtures: Flyte Line from Waterworks Studio Collection
Waterworks admirers take note: the company recently introduced the Studio Collection, a more moderately priced line of plumbing fixtures. We especially like the Flyte line, featuring faucets made of...
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Appliances: Towel Warmer Shelves
Perfect for small bath spaces: hotel-style towel shelves that double as towel warmers. Above: Myson's Lekoro Classic Electric Towel Warmer in polished chrome is only 18 inches wide; $1,150.10 at...
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