Stone Forest Design

Stone Forest Modern Bathroom Design

Founded in 1989 Stone Forest Design weds the vast and disciplined tradition of Japanese style to contemporary design.

The result is what one might call weighted minimalism. Minimalism in the sense of the rigorous simplicity created by the silhouettes of Stone Forest’s pedestal sinks and vast bathtubs. Weighted because of the density of the materials Stone Forest puts to use: iron, granite, marble copper and wood.

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Modern Outdoor Fireplaces Extend Summertime

Modern Outdoor Fireplaces

Modern Outdoor FireplacesWhen the days grow shorter and just before the snow falls, it’s still possible to enjoy the cool evenings on the deck or patio. Extend summertime by adding a fire feature to your outdoor space. Whether you choose a fireplace, fire bowl or fire sculpture, function meets beauty in these vessels of warmth, comfort and light.

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B&B Italia Modern Outdoor Furniture Collection by Patricia Urquiola

Canasta Lounger by Patricia Urquiola

B&B Italia Modern Outdoor Furniture

B&;B Italia - Canasta Lounge Chairs by Patricia UrquiolaB & B Italia’s outdoor furniture collection provides a futuristic feel to the elements with its 72” egg shaped Canasta Lounger by Patricia Urquiola.  Evoking a James Bond feel, this seat takes lounging to a new height as you become enveloped by the numerous pillows and the sail-like cover.  The PVC-coated polyester fabric of canopy fabric reduces up to 92% of the UV rays.  An afternoon nap takes on a whole new meaning. 

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Extremis Romeo and Juliet Bench

Romeo & Juliet Inspired Bench

Sometimes a garden needs a bench, and then sometimes a bench needs a garden.  The Romeo and Juliet bench from Belgium company Extremis takes care of both, creating a planter system with seating.  The long strips of wood planking for the seats are in harmony with the aluminum slats that create a floating affect.  Fiberglass pots underneath create a sturdy base, and are spaced far enough apart for sizable trees to be planted within. 

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Entertaining in Your Outdoor Living Space

Creating a Modern Outdoor Living Space Part 3: Entertaining in Your Outdoor Living Space

You won’t want to spend all your time outdoors napping, though.  You’ll need places to entertain as well.  Why not add an outdoor bar?  Bring a touch of the islands to happy hour with a thatched roof bamboo tiki bar or choose a modern bar set for a taste of Tuscan elegance.  Gathering with family and friends will be terrific fun for everyone when they sit and unwind at your own personal backyard bar.

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Outdoor Water Features and Modern Garden Fountains

Creating a Modern Outdoor Living Space Part 2: Outdoor Water Features and Garden Fountains

Bring a tranquil touch to your garden with a water feature.  The sound of tinkling water soothes the weariest of souls.  Water features come in all sizes, so no matter how small a space you are working with you can find a perfect spot for one.  Whether you are striving to create a fun, whimsical feeling, a Zen quality or a formal elegance, there is a water feature that will help you accomplish your goal. 

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Modern Outdoor Lounges

Creating a Modern Outdoor Living Space

Part 1: Modern Outdoor Lounges

When the winter blues are getting you down and your cabin fever is rising, there’s one sure cure for the problem…well, okay, two, but if you can’t take a trip to a sunny tropical isle right now, the next best thing is planning an exotic outdoor getaway…right in your own backyard.

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Interior Design Style: Gandia Blasco Rugs

Kaleidoscopes of Pattern: The Caliedo Rug

Interior Design Trends 2009: Outdoor Area Rugs

Resembling a tatted lace pattern or a basket weave design, the Odos design Caliedo is a 7 ½” round hand tufted wool outdoor area rug. Gandia Blasco, renown for exterior furnishings, is taking the world by storm with exquisite rug patterns. The designs are manufactured in India with all natural materials by hand, and assure that no child labor is used.

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