A fresh new color can instantly transform a space from drab to fab, but finding the right shade can be daunting. For the ASPIRE DESIGN AND HOME Magazine Summer issue, eight top designers shared their favorite color-filled projects, and their personal philosophies on utilizing color. Take in their wisdom below: Kelley Proxmire | Kelley Proxmire…
A fresh new color can instantly transform a space from drab to fab, but finding the right shade can be daunting. For the ASPIRE DESIGN AND HOME Magazine Summer issue, eight top designers shared their favorite color-filled projects, and their personal philosophies on utilizing color. Take in their wisdom below: Kelley Proxmire | Kelley Proxmire…
It’s familiar and yet it’s not. Looks small but feels big. Appears to be a simple design, but is assuredly complex. The beautiful contradiction is Haus Gables, the home that architectural designer Jennifer Bonner designed for herself, husband and young daughter in the Old Fourth Ward of Atlanta, Georgia. Holding a master’s from Harvard University…
It’s familiar and yet it’s not. Looks small but feels big. Appears to be a simple design, but is assuredly complex. The beautiful contradiction is Haus Gables, the home that architectural designer Jennifer Bonner designed for herself, husband and young daughter in the Old Fourth Ward of Atlanta, Georgia. Holding a master’s from Harvard University…
Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but it is not the surest sign of respect. True admiration never mimics but expresses appreciation in subtler ways. Designer Erik Lindström grew up the son of an architect and learned a lot from his father. When he decided to build his own home, he honored those…
Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but it is not the surest sign of respect. True admiration never mimics but expresses appreciation in subtler ways. Designer Erik Lindström grew up the son of an architect and learned a lot from his father. When he decided to build his own home, he honored those…
Italy is a country steeped in history and densely built, so it makes sense that renovation projects are common here. But getting a younger generation of architects to partner with an original architect is a unique opportunity. And the results have been breathtaking: on the beautiful island of Sardinia, unique villas have been transformed, paying…
Italy is a country steeped in history and densely built, so it makes sense that renovation projects are common here. But getting a younger generation of architects to partner with an original architect is a unique opportunity. And the results have been breathtaking: on the beautiful island of Sardinia, unique villas have been transformed, paying…
When Charleston design maven Cortney Bishop attended a cocktail party in an historic Sullivan’s Island home in 2003, she knew fate was at play. Drawn in by its colorful heritage, Bishop moved her family from Knoxville to their new coastal abode that she calls “a true island home.” Built in 1886 and listed on Charleston’s…
When Charleston design maven Cortney Bishop attended a cocktail party in an historic Sullivan’s Island home in 2003, she knew fate was at play. Drawn in by its colorful heritage, Bishop moved her family from Knoxville to their new coastal abode that she calls “a true island home.” Built in 1886 and listed on Charleston’s…
If you owned a parcel of land on a remote island, who better to design your place of peace than someone already immersed in that tranquil state of mind? The Seattle family who commissioned this new build – a weekend and vacation home with guest house – called on Hoedemaker Pfeiffer, a firm known for…
If you owned a parcel of land on a remote island, who better to design your place of peace than someone already immersed in that tranquil state of mind? The Seattle family who commissioned this new build – a weekend and vacation home with guest house – called on Hoedemaker Pfeiffer, a firm known for…
The ambitions for this small home in rural Sonoma, CA extend far beyond the domestic concerns of its owners. Having recently relocated from the East Coast to the San Francisco Bay Area, the couple, in conjunction with Mork-Ulnes Architects, sought to create a space to appreciate and foster a connection between the individual, community, and…
The ambitions for this small home in rural Sonoma, CA extend far beyond the domestic concerns of its owners. Having recently relocated from the East Coast to the San Francisco Bay Area, the couple, in conjunction with Mork-Ulnes Architects, sought to create a space to appreciate and foster a connection between the individual, community, and…
Three Rooms That Will Satisfy Your Appetite For White
When white is the design motivator, pale interiors conjure up a cloud-like sanctuary that’s irresistible. This ethereal tone is a perennial favorite due to its relaxing vibe, creating spaces that are easy…
Maker Monday: Andy Blank
Andy Blank sounds like a character’s name from a book, and for good reason. The modern artist never shows his face, and his website is beautifully simple; there are no bells and…
Designer Friday: Geoff Chick
Four years ago, Florida architect Geoff Chick traded in his Porsche for a pickup truck, and moved his family from a beachside home to a horse farm. This move, however shocking, is…
Meet Mosaic Master Jonathan Mandell
In his work, artist Jonathan Mandell brings together fundamental fine art concerns such as perspective,…
Summer Must-Reads: Appearances Stripped Bear
Appearances Stripped Bear: Desire and the Object in the Work of Marcel Duchamp and Jeff…
These Stylish Products Are Perfect For Your Bedroom
Hancock & Moore’s Drake Bench | Hancock & Moore specializes in custom-made leather furniture. Their…
Get An Inside Look Into The Meditative Cityscapes Of Artist Lisa Ashinoff
Lisa Ashinoff “Avenir” 40 H x 33 W, Oil in Birch, 2019. “When I began…
