When in the country or camping, the outdoor fire place seems to be the place that people congregate to share stories and spend time together. Roshults is a Scandanavian company specializing in modern design. They have created Baron, a fire basket designed to hold several burning logs. Fire baskets were inspired from ages long ago when they served as beacons to welcome seafarers or other travelers arriving at castles or estate homes. There is a small model available as well as torch versions at Roshults. Price: €459.
Here is another stylish and modern furnishing for your baby nursery from Miguel, the high-end specialist for the kids. In a previous post Furniture Fashion reviewed the Cassandra and Sandra baby cribs that are sure to make your baby nursery beautiful, and here is another great find. The Milano changing table with its aluminum frame and rounded drawers wonderfully combines different shapes and textures to create a visually stunning piece. The drawer's soft close glides protect against pinching by automatically slowing upon closing, and the changing area easily converts to a flat surface creating a side or an end table for versatility. The Milano changing table conforms to all U.S. safety standards and ships in 8 - 10 weeks from Miguel Online Combine with Milano three drawer dresser for additional storage. Height: 38.5" Width: 40.2" Depth: 22.2
For the lover of high fashion modern furniture that does not want the good looks to stop at the door of their baby nursery, you are in luck. Miguel is a high end line of nursery and baby furniture designed in New York and manufactured in Italy for the style conscious consumer. Designer Miguel has crafted a refined line of baby cribs, changing tables, and dressers that will hold their own against the designer furniture in the rest of your home. The Cassandra baby crib is out of this world with its pleasingly soft lines and equally soft feel. Covered entirely in Crypton Fabric that is stain, bacteria and odor resistant. The patent pending locking mechanism is encased entirely in the top crib rail for a visually uncluttered design. The equally stylish Sandra shares the same mechanism and upholstery options with a more mid-century appeal. The Cassandra and Sandra baby cribs are also available in hand tufted Italian leather and both convert to toddler and youth beds for exceptional value and longevity. Prices range $3800 to $4950 Cassandra H 41.3" W 68" D 33.5" Sandra H 43.3" W 60.2" D 33.5"
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Authors Note: This article is a follow up to Color Trends for 2008, Part I. Some of the content will assume that you have already read Part I. To view the previous article click here.
In Color Trends Part I, I discussed new color trends and went into detail on colors and how they become fashionable for the year. However, I fear I through in some technical terms and didn't explain them. At the request of some of my readers, I would like to explain basic color theory and schemes:
The Primary Colors are pure hues that are combined in different ways to create different colors. There are only three pure hues: Red, Yellow, and Blue.
Secondary Hues are the result of combining two pure hues together to make a new color. Orange, Green, and Violet make up this category.
Tertiary Hues are created when you combine a primary hue with a secondary hue. The hybrids created from these unions are Red-Orange, Yellow-Orange, Yellow-Green, Blue-Green, Blue-Violet, and Red-Violet.
Monochromatic color schemes are based on one color and are most successful when using light, medium, and dark tones to create a dramatic effect.
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Small apartments can be a challenge for seating extra guests. You don't have the room to dedicate furniture pieces that are not used every day. Yet at the same time, you will be faced with situations where you need to accommodate extra people and find a place for them to sit. The Cube 6 from Naho Matusno can come to the rescue in these situations. This clever furniture piece comes apart to create six stools. Via: Small Space Living
