Want a great source for the coolest children's beds as well as decorative room decorations geared for the kids. Here are two twin beds that will have your little one wanting to go to bed at the end of the day. The "Cozy Cabin" from Haba incorporates a twin bed into a mountain top chalet. You can assemble all three pieces to form a bed and canopy, or put the bed aside and just assemble the sides and roof for a colorful sturdy play fort perfect for a boys bedroom. $999 Bed L 94 x W 46 x H 65
Turn your little girl's room into a garden oasis with the "Garden Chalet Bed" also from Haba, that is sure to capture her young imagination. Six strands of fabric vines and roses drape over a solid wood frame, and a light green fabric canopy accentuates a feminine theme with deep pink edges. Once again three sides can be assembled for a imaginative play area complete with a fabric pouch perfect for storing little treasures $999 L 84 x H 70 x D 46 Both beds are made of solid wood and finished with completely non-toxic paints and lacquers in Germany. Available from Oompa Toys
Norman Cherner's famous plywood side and armchair will celebrate its 50 anniversary this year, and it is still as desired today as it was half a century ago. The molded laminated plywood of graduating thicknesses from 15 ply at the slender waist to 5 ply at the perimeter edge of the seat possesses exceptional structural strength and dramatic sculptural beauty. The Chair's popularity soared when it appeared in Norman Rockwell's 1961 painting "The Artist at Work" on the cover of the Saturday Evening Post. Norman Cherner's sons later formed the "Cherner Chair Company" to revive their fathers designs which were once stolen by the original manufacturer Plycraft, and produce them as their father originally intended. Even the solid one piece bent wood arm remains as a feature that reveals a true dedication to the original design and quality. Made in the USA Side Chair $659 Arm Chair $999 from DWR.com
When I picture a "chaise lounge" I think about a very uniquely designed piece of furniture that takes on a character all its own which can tastefully be incorporated into a variety of surroundings. Swaim of High Point North Carolina has an extensive collection of specialized upholstery and their F 870 chaise lounge is a perfect example of the visual elegance Swaim is accustomed to. I really like their ability to create up to 50 wood finishes that are accentuated by a fabric collection that is geared for the design community. Available in L or R facing 78L x 32D x 35H See the entire collection of stunning upholstery by Swaim that includes sofas, sectionals, benches, chairs, and ottomans here.
Ian Gill takes his inspiration from nature in the shape of abstract forms. As an artist, Ian's main focus is in the area of sculpture working with metal, wood, and stone. I was inspired by his works in bird feeders and bird baths that are featured in this story. I really like the abstract approach of the metal shapes where from my perspective they blend in well with nature. The color of this metal is one of my favorites in outdoor settings. Ian also has many larger sculpture works that are perfect for city parks and properties. Metal is particular resilient outdoors making it a great long term investment. I find these bird feeders and bird baths to be a bit different that what's in the retail stores today which first "peeked my interest". More information: Ian Gill.
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The Osler House is located in Brasilia, Brazil. The wonderful feature in its design plans is how they have incorporated the use of a pool so prominently. The night time picture really highlights the effect of the pool in the overall "curb appeal" of the home. The architect on this project was Marco Kogan. The first and second levels are stacked perpendicular on top of one another which also adds and interesting facet to the home. Via.
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