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The rough-hewn timbers that give this space such architectural character are also a point of departure for the interior design. Opting for a contemporary suite of sleek fixtures and a progressive pastel color scheme is a chic push-back against the room's historic origins. I like the gooseneck mirror mounted on the rafter; it's a resourceful response to the lack of plumb walls.

While many architects the world over build houses that bring the outside in, in Tahiti it comes quite naturally. South Seas bungalows are, for the most part, built from materials plucked from within a 20-mile radius. That's by necessity in this tropical locale that lies far from any major shipping...

If you're like most people, you spend about a third of your days asleep (less, perhaps, if you're a new parent or a college student cramming for finals). And the most important piece of the slumber puzzle is your pillow. Choose the wrong one, and you'll trade 40 winks for fitful tossing and turning....

This might be the easiest lamp makeover you'll ever see. A quick trip to Goodwill, where I found a really cool pink acrylic lamp, and to the hardware store and a few minutes with a pair of scissors were all it took to add some soft light to my outdoor space. An electricity-free and battery-free outdoor...

From The Kitchn ? Why I Rent Apartments When I Travel More

NYC-based designer Zak Profera of textile and interior design house Zak+Fox partners with UK-based Sofa.com on a new line of upholstered sofas and chairs; we think they're instant heirlooms. The four patterns on offer—Basilica, Little River, Cuku, and Tibetano—are inspired by Zak’s travels abroad and are printed in New York onto luxurious heavyweight Belgian linen. Available to order from Sofa.com or in person at their New York showroom. Above: The Sark Chair in Tibetano. Zak designed Tibetano with sofa.com’s Sark chair in mind: “The motif's silhouette is adapted from an ancient ornamental Tibetan design, with a well-worn texture that makes it feel like a beloved heirloom piece.” Above The: Iggy Two Seat Sofa in violet Basilica; $1,930. Of the maze-like Basilica design, Zak says, “It takes its name from the watery labyrinths that lie beneath Istanbul. Its endless pattern is an homage to the famous Medusa heads that reside in the darkness.” Above: The Jethou Armchair in violet Cuku; $1,080 Above: Scatter Cushions start at $70 each. For more of Profera's designs, see our previous posts on Zak+Fox.

Summer is the season for entertaining and keeping cool with refreshing drinks. When temperatures heat up, you'll need creative ways to keep your cucumber water, sangria, lemonade, beer and wine cool for optimal enjoyment. Here are 20 different beverage servers that will keep your guests well hydrated...

When it came to remodeling his clients' basement, designer Jeff Lindgren looked to their two big passions: games everything from pool to poker, and Frank Lloyd Wright. "When they called me, the owners had just helped their daughter move into her new place for college, and they wanted a...

Using 3-D printing to create something out of nothing seems like magic: Is your bathroom sink's faucet dripping at night? With the push of a button, you could have a brand-new one in minutes. Did that handle break off your silverware drawer again? No problem; just print a new one. For architects...

Using 3-D printing to create something out of nothing seems like magic: Is your bathroom sink's faucet dripping at night? With the push of a button, you could have a brand-new one in minutes. Did that handle break off your silverware drawer again? No problem; just print a new one. For architects...