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Blog Entries - Aug. 2016

7 Unique Lampshade Shapes Explained
Lampshades are an element that adds to the design of a lamp. There are many different shapes of shade. The main seven include: the tapered drum, the empire, the rectangle, the drum, the bell, the square, and the

How to Go Bold with Wallpaper
Wallpaper dates all the way back to 200 B.C. when the ancient Chinese glued rice paper to their walls. In 105 A.D. Ts’ai Lun incorporated textile waste into papermaking. The Arabs and then Europeans refined this

7 Interior Design Words that start with āVā
We thought we’d share with you 7 interior design words that start with “V” just for the heck of it. This ought to get you thinking this Monday morning. Varnish - a liquid

How to Choose the Right Countertop
When it comes to countertops, there are many different options. Three of the big options include granite, quartz, and marble. There are pros and cons to each surface so it’s smart to read up on the equalities of

How the Herter Brothers Revolutionized Interior Design
When it comes to furniture designers in the United States, the Herter brothers stand apart with their ornate, cross-culturally inspired creations. The Herter brothers started their company in February of 1864.

5 Sofa Styles Explained
There are many different types of sofas. They can be the inspiration piece for an entire room. You can opt for a sleeker more sophisticated sofa with two cushions or a more relaxed look with three cushions. Sometimes