Sheditecture: Vote for your favorite cabin design
from Los Angeles Times

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  Minutes before the three cabins were to be unveiled, 17 exhausted architecture students in Woodbury University’s design-build program raced to finish like a construction crew awaiting a city inspector. Ladders were still propped against the structures. Tool belts and Skilsaws lay about. “They were drawing and redrawing until the end,” said architect Jeanine Centuori, chairwoman of the undergraduate program. As we reported earlier, the challenge had been daunting: Take the components of a hardware store shed kit and build a cabin that can sleep two, with light, ventilation and insulation. Read our full story on the process and click through a photo gallery of the finished projects, then tell us: Which team created the best cabin?   Which of the students’ cabin designs is best?   Vote! We’ll keep the poll open for a week and will share the results. ALSO: Small-space stories Homes of the Times archive Eames House moves into LACMA: Time-lapse video Marmol Radziner house: 360-degree interactive panoramas Photos: Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/home_blog/2012/05/woodbury-architecture-shed-cabin-project.html

Danish Study Links Co-Sleeping To Decreased Risk of Obesity
from Inhabitat

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Co-sleeping — when babies and young children share a bed with one or both of their parents — has now been linked to reduced obesity . According to a new Danish study, children who regularly co-sleep with their parents are 70-percent less likely to be overweight when compared to kids who never sleep with their parents. So what’s behind the correlation? Although researchers aren’t clear on why the co-sleepers were slimmer, they have some theories, such as kids who co-sleep may have a greater sense of emotional support, whereas children who are not allowed to sleep with their parents may feel rejected, and in turn, negative feelings may increase the risk of obesity. READ MORE > Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: child rearing , Children , Co-sleeping , green parenting , Health , Inhabitots , kids sleeping , obesity , parenting , sleep

http://inhabitat.com/danish-study-links-co-sleeping-to-decreased-risk-of-obesity/

Toilet library
from Ikea Hacker

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Materials: Ikea bracket EKBY STÖDIS + chipboard Description: Simple way to create “Infinite” storage system. Material for the production: atypically ready chipboard and EKBY STÖDIS brackets. Watch out! Console does not always right angle! ~ Dusan Koclik, Slovakia, Bratislava

http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Ikeahacker/~3/8ZGVcvP4E4g/toilet-library.html

“I want my children to have the things I couldn’t afford. Then I want to move in…
from Gilt Home

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“I want my children to have the things I couldn’t afford. Then I want to move in with them.” — Phyllis Diller

http://www.facebook.com/GiltHome/posts/425931764093286

Vehicle Delivery Center and Showroom
from Materialicious

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http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/materialicious/~3/RtbDvNw1m4A/vehicle-delivery-center-and-showroom.html

West SoHo Duplex Displaying Original Details
from Materialicious

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http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/materialicious/~3/d5Ds0_JXVoM/west-soho-duplex-displaying-original-details.html

Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort
from Materialicious

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http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/materialicious/~3/btdYpLwKZWY/mykonos-grand-hotel-resort.html

Kraftig Platform Bed of Steel and Walnut
from Materialicious

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http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/materialicious/~3/p1IQxJIN6ck/kraftig-platform-bed-of-steel-and-walnut.html

EENY MEENY MINY MOE
from noreply@blogger.com (Mackenzie Design Darling)

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You’ve probably noticed I tend to gravitate toward solid colors and simple patterns like polka dots and stripes. That’s probably why — as much as I love the colors and shapes — I own very little Lilly Pulitzer. But when I saw these three skirts in pretty eyelet and classic stripes I had an instant change of heart toward the brand… ONE // TWO // THREE They all come in multiple color options and would look effortlessly cute with a plain white tee. Which one do you like best? I’m convinced the striped number belongs in my closet! Keep up with Design Darling on  Facebook  /  Pinterest  /  Twitter

http://www.mackenziehoran.com/2012/05/eeny-meeny-miny-moe.html

Sassuolo House by Enrico Iascone Architects
from Contemporist

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Enrico Iascone Architects designed this home in Sassuolo, Italy. . Description from the architects: The design of the building would enable the construction of two buildings in a single compact volume. It is so designed to cut a box, a closed volume, which bifurcates into two separated to create two separate units, each with its own garden and no introspection. The rooms of the house are arranged around the patio, allowing the penetration of light into the core of the house. The privacy and quiet of the patio is combined with the aesthetic qualities and the expression of elegance by the dark walls.The building structure is made of wood and covered with slabs of thick ceramic panels mounted on a ventilated  wall. The roof, made of the same coating material includes the use of plates with integrated photovoltaic roof. Visit the website of Enrico Iascone Architects – here . Photography by Daniele Domenicali .

http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/contemporist/~3/TEkBFeE_kUI/

Paar Residence | Sustainable Design by Chandler Design-Build
from Materialicious

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http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/materialicious/~3/5uEdWYUs9Os/the-sustainability-of-paar-residence.html

FF House by Studio Guilherme Torres
from Materialicious

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http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/materialicious/~3/RtVrqZkBZyc/ff-house-by-studio-guilherme-torres.html

Private House in Sassuolo by Enrico Lascone Architetti
from Materialicious

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http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/materialicious/~3/iv8gaARpxSo/private-house-in-sassuolo-by-enrico-lascone-architetti.html

apostrophy’s: office
from Design Boom

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this multidisciplinary firm’s personal studio includes areas for relaxation and lounging, creating a crossover atmosphere similar to a dwelling. read more

http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/20936/apostrophys-office.html

The Secret To A Stress-Free Cocktail Party
from Stylelist Home

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What You’ll Need Let the good times roll with a bar on wheels, stocked with the essential tools: glasses, plates, ice, and swinging party gear―like a cocktail shaker and swizzle sticks. For reinforcements, just cruise back to the kitchen. All the Fixings Lay out all the extras―olives, citrus slices, cherries, and cocktail onions, plus sugar or salt on a plate to rim glasses. And keep things laid-back: There’s no reason your bowls and trays have to match. For more tips, visit Real Simple .

http://www.stylelist.com/2012/05/19/throw-an-easy-outdoor-coc_n_1529788.html

Casa Capsule: Jennifer Aniston’s New Rental, Crate and Barrel’s Fall Line, and Designer Windows at Legends
from CasaSugar

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Tour Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux’s new rental in Beverly Hills. Go peeking in all the designer windows at Legends in Los Angeles . Time to primp up your patio! All these outdoor furniture finds are $200 or less. See why celebrities love to live in this architect’s homes . Try these 6 helpful tips for starting a succulent terrarium. We styled these 13 Ikea pillows with a DIY block print. Designer Vicente Wolf shares tips for decorating your home. See which shops will be at The Shops at Target this Fall . Check out how we added bohemian flair to these curtains. We loved these Blu Dot Real Good chairs in copper at HD Expo . See what else impressed us!

http://www.casasugar.com/Casa-Capsule-Posts-Week-May-19-2012-23163980

Dancing Towers by Studio Daniel Libeskind
from Dezeen

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Skyscrapers in Seoul: the first of two stories about buildings that architect  Daniel Libeskind has designed for  the Yongsan International Business District  that he masterplanned for Seoul, South Korea, features three towers inspired by the movements of a Korean Buddhist dance. (more…)

http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dezeen/~3/BCcfG2h1Ydk/

How To Make This Cute Kate Spade-Inspired Purse
from Stylelist Home

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Earlier this week, we introduced you to five must-follow Pinterest accounts. (Want to be in the running for next week’s list? Just click ‘Send Us A Tip’ at the bottom of this post with your account’s URL.) Now, we bring you one of the most popularly-pinned images on the site: an adorable DIY owl-esque handbag! Take a peek: Can you believe this bag is homemade? It’s modeled after a similar owl-tastic design by Kate Spade . But don’t worry, making this DIY purse won’t break the bank. Start with any inexpensive or gently worn brown purse that could use an update. Cut out the patches of leather you’ll need to create the owl’s wings and feathers and attach them with E-6000 glue. After letting it dry overnight, add grommets using a grommet puncher . Finally, cut out the eyes and beak and attach those too. Voila, an adorable purse for a fraction of the price! Enjoy For the full tutorial, visit Stars For StreetLights. Have something to say? Be sure to check out Stylelist Home on Twitter , Facebook and Pinterest .

http://www.stylelist.com/2012/05/19/pinterest-owl-purse_n_1527261.html

8 Home Projects To Tackle This Weekend
from Stylelist Home

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This lovely spring weather makes it difficult to concentrate on pesky chores around the house, but taking care of a few needed fixes won’t take long — we promise! Our weekly Weekend DIY list will give you some suggestions of where to start. From quieting a noisy garage door to properly hiding an ugly carpet stain, our tips are a good starting point to your lingering to-do list tasks. Feeling motivated? Visit our slideshow below. And don’t forget to let us know what fix-me-up projects you’re tackling this weekend.

http://www.stylelist.com/2012/05/19/weekend-diy-ideas_n_1528865.html

Designer: Pedro García
from noreply@blogger.com (Sarah Klassen)

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Pedro García: Spring/Summer 2012. Having never bought Spanish shoes before, this week, I ventured to a new-to-me shop within my favorite area of the city, filled with only Spanish designed and made shoes. Espadrilles, sky high heels with tassels, the most elegant athletic shoes in cream, simple leather sandals with just enough detail, perfect for the Summer weekends. There were too many beautiful styles. And so, my shopping partner and I left with a few bags of beautiful shoes… I, with a new pair of buttery suede wedges, and she, athletic shoes, comfortable and sandals and gorgeous heels. And at that point I knew it—I have completely fallen for Spanish shoes… And these beautiful Spanish shoes, by Pedro García , I have yet to see, but am most curious about—particularly those sitting within the large oval window. Have you happened upon some gorgeous shoes as of late for Summer? Shoes you just couldn’t even consider putting down?  Images: 01—12, 14 via Pedro García | 13, 15 originally discovered via Retail Design Blog + work by: Clase BCN | video: youtube

http://www.sarahklassen.com/2012/05/designer-pedro-garcia.html

from noreply@blogger.com (Lotta Agaton)

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http://lottaagaton.blogspot.com/2012/05/blog-post_19.html

Police Officers Keep Cool in the Heat With Air-Conditioned Bulletproof Vests
from Inhabitat

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If you’ve ever seen police officers walking around in full gear during a heat wave, you’ve probably felt a little faint just looking at them.  Lucky for them, scientists from the  Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA) have devised a new  “smart” protective garment that cools down your body instead of keeping it heated up.  With a mini-fan and a cooling water system, police officers are way more likely to be able to stay cool under pressure.   Click ahead to check out this innovative new garment! READ MORE > Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: air conditioners , air conditioning , bulletproof vests , climate-controlled clothing , climate-controlled fashion , eco-fashion , EMPA , Ethical Fashion , green fashion , policemen , Sustainable Fashion , sustainable style , Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology , Switzerland , wearable technology , Zurich

http://inhabitat.com/police-officers-keep-cool-in-the-heat-with-air-conditioned-bulletproof-vests/

“The use of a pale or white color scheme in a house is the equivalent of speakin…
from Gilt Home

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“The use of a pale or white color scheme in a house is the equivalent of speaking in a whisper; it is dignified and restrained,” says Alexa Hampton in her book Alexa Hampton: The Language of Interior Design. “One must lean in closer to ‘hear’ what is being said.” Here, Hampton has curated a selection of furnishings and accents, in tones of white and cream, which are beautifully understated. And, as a bonus, you'll get $100 in Gilt credit for a future purchase when you spend $500 in this sale. http://gi.lt/JEZOkE

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=425844054102057&set=a.149143245105474.23842.146171965402602&type=1

Farmers’ markets are already brimming with summer produce! On our shopping list…
from Pottery Barn

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Farmers’ markets are already brimming with summer produce! On our shopping list this weekend: rhubarb, strawberries, kale, snap peas, avocados, tomatoes, beets, and lettuce (we see some tasty salads in our future!). Find out what’s in season near you here: http://www.simplesteps.org/eat-local

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150948716510240&set=a.202612870239.168453.61334055239&type=1

Hanger Cloud
from Design Milk

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I’ve seen cloud-shapes hangers before but not like this one, which holds your ties and belts . Clever and cute. Designed by Marý Design. Share This: Twitter | Facebook | Discover more great design by following Design Milk on Twitter and Facebook . © 2012 Design Milk | Posted by Jaime in Style & Fashion | Permalink | No comments

http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/design-milk/~3/pml7M4JVePc/

lorenzo damiani: slope
from Design Boom

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‘slope’ by lorenzo damiani for campeggi is an armchair, little ladder and informal seat at the same time. read more

http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/21256/lorenzo-damiani-slope.html

bell – typographic music video game for androp
from Design Boom

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the interactive music video, entitled ‘bell’, is an experiential film in which an individual engages in a participatory, letter-formed digital short to the new song of japanese band androp. read more

http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/10/view/20993/bell-typographic-music-video-game-for-androp.html

Colourful paper-organizer
from Ikea Hacker

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Materials: SPONTAN Description: I just pepped up the old magazine-holder SPONTAN. I glued on some beautiful gift wrapping with glue lacquer, and now it fits my creative corner. ~ Lili , Denmark

http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Ikeahacker/~3/P5Z9WWN1qkA/colourful-paper-organizer.html

Grace Notes
from noreply@blogger.com (Jenn @ Dear Heart)

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Patience has never been one of my virtues. I was one of those kids who thought nothing could be better than joining the grown-up world, and I’ve only recently figured out why. Because I’m not only impatient, I’m anxious. I just wanted to know that everything would work out, and for as long as I can remember owning a home was the ultimate signifier of that. When you own a home, with its foundation and walls, you are quite literally, settled. I’m just starting to grasp the silliness of this whole concept, but it doesn’t mean I don’t get frustrated by the fact that I still live in my college apartment, a rental. I’d like to think it’s a hell of a lot nicer than when I moved in here almost seven years ago, but it still feels like a total loss of momentum. I think my time in this place is coming to an end, but while I’m here, I just try to make the best of what I have, adding little flourishes, or as I like to think of them, grace notes, to the things I can’t really change. Like this beat up radiator. Or the windows that never look clean, no matter how hard I scrub them. Adding a peony in full bloom to the radiator, resting a favorite Picasso print against that dirty window, it just feels hopeful. Can any of you relate? Image by me (Jenn Lore)

http://deptoftheinteriordc.blogspot.com/2012/05/grace-notes.html

The Architect Is In: Jerome Buttrick Talks Kitchen Design
from Remodelista

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Have a pressing kitchen design question? For the next 48 hours, Jerome Buttrick of Buttrick Wong Architects , a member of the Remodelista Architect and Designer Directory , is on call to answer your queries. If you've survived a kitchen remodel (or a start-from-scratch project), you know the complexities—and the value of an architect's input. Here's a chance to learn from the expert; post your questions in the comments section below. Buttrick is a veteran of at least 50 kitchen projects, both remodels and new builds (including Remodelista editor Julie's kitchen). A NYC native, Buttrick studied architectural history at Northwestern, got his degree in architecture at Harvard, and now lives and works in Oakland (fun fact: he's the great grandson of Stanford White—how's that for pedigree?). For a recent kitchen remodel in the Rockridge area of Oakland, Buttrick worked with a client to accommodate a hectic and informal lifestyle. The problem? A too-small kitchen, unconnected to the living spaces of the house. The solution? An expanded indoor/outdoor kitchen and dining space (incorporating a small office area) that opens to the garden. Above: The pantry provides overflow for storage (and a clever location for a refrigerator) as well as an additional sink and a pair of dishwashers; leaving as much working counter space in the main kitchen as possible. Above: Buttrick created a clever integrated drain board, freeing up counter space for food preparation. Above: Buttrick used glass tiles from Ann Sacks on the walls and a hard limestone for the counter tops. The glass apothecary-style cabinets add a sense of lightness and serve as display cases. Above: While Buttrick provided the family of serious cooks with a functional kitchen, he wanted to avoid a predictable kitchen. He moved the refrigerator to the pantry and used key furniture elements (a custom built-sideboard, which is integral to the kitchen island; tall apothecary glazed cabinets) to reduce the overall “kitchen read.” Above: A small office area in the kitchen remains in keeping with the rest of the design. Above: The opening to the rear garden is 18 feet wide, and Buttrick installed a full-height, wooden folding door to maximize the sense of indoor/outdoor flow. Single pane leaded glass at the top of the doors recalls the Craftsman details in the hall and stair.

http://remodelista.com/posts/the-architect-is-in-jerome-buttrick-talks-kitchen-design