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Elizabeth Garouste’s Noa Noa Coffee Table is like a conversation in progress. Composed of two interlocking forms — one saturated orange, the other deep black — the table reads as both a single sculptural gesture and a pair of independent objects. The pieces fit together in soft, amorphous curves, like puzzle parts that have chosen each other rather than been engineered to comply. Continue reading Eye On Design: Noa Noa Coffee Table By Elizabeth Garouste
Creating intentional garden zones can transform even the simplest outdoor space into a functional, inviting retreat for you and your guests. A single stretch of lawn might offer plenty of room, but without purpose it can quickly feel flat and uninspiring. By dividing your garden into distinct “rooms,” each with a clear function — whether that’s dining, relaxing, playing, or planting — you add structure and interest. The key is to design each zone thoughtfully, ensuring it serves a real purpose in your daily life rather than becoming a space that goes unused.
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The frame of André Dubreuil’s Spine Chair (1986) is constructed from five steel rods, each shaped by hand in a vice or jig and joined with visible welds. Lengths of flattened iron tubing — purchased flat and then formed in the workshop — are openly attached to the frame, with the marks of manufacture intentionally displayed rather than concealed. This emphasis on process reflects Dubreuil’s rejection of modernist ideals of seamless perfection in favor of material honesty and expressive construction.
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Even though it’s the room where most families spend the bulk of their time, the living room often ends up at the bottom of the renovation priority list. When updating a home, attention usually goes straight to kitchens and bathrooms — spaces that feel more urgent, expensive, or functional. The living room, on the other hand, is frequently left untouched simply because it’s the place where you unwind, and no one wants to disrupt their comfort zone.
The downside? That hesitation can leave you with a space you no longer love. Over time, your living room can feel outdated or worn, making it less inviting than it should be. The good news is that refreshing this space doesn’t have to mean a full overhaul. With a few thoughtful design updates, you can transform your living room into a place that feels comfortable, current, and truly yours.
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If you ever needed proof that mid-century design could be both playful and rigorously modern, look no further than this striking 1955 low table by French designer Alain Richard. Seen here in all its angular glory, the piece showcases Richard’s talent for balancing clean geometry with expressive surfaces — a combination that helped define French post-war modernism.
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