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Metropolis Architectural Lighting & Accessories by Lladró Posted: 30 Oct 2011 06:04 AM PDT Imagine being able to create a futuristic porcelain cityscape in your own home. With the new collection from Lladró Atelier you can do just that. Metropolis is a collection of lamps, mirrors, vases and a storage box that has been created under the artistic guidance of Spanish designer Jaime Hayon. Pure design has been combined with meticulous attention to detail to create a collection of objects that is both functional and decorative. Available in a range of colours, including architectural grey, white, green and yellow, the objects can be used as singular standalone objects or used together to form an impressive urban landscape. Each piece has been lovingly handcrafted in The City of Porcelain, which is Lladró's Valencia factory.

Delightful Loft Renovation By ixdesign [Before and After Photos] Posted: 30 Oct 2011 02:04 AM PDT Here is an interesting loft renovation achieved by the designers over at ixdesign in New York City's West Village. The first eleven images are taken after the renovation, while the ones at the end of the post were shot before. Here is a description from the project developers: “ixdesign was commissioned to bring organized function and a warm sensibility to a 1,050 sf loft-style apartment in New York City's West Village. Located within a structure built as a truck garage in 1931 and converted to condominiums in 1983, the apartment was plagued with an awkward geometry, limited natural light and an outdated décor. The existing finishes and fittings were stripped away to visually organize the space and reveal its basic architectural layout. With a cleared palette space use and storage were maximized by either carving out or augmenting the irregular shapes presented by the architecture“. According to the designers, “all wall surfaces, existing and new, were limited to a neutral white finish to create a seamless integration with the ceiling structure allowing the space's inherent sculptural quality to be enhanced. In response to the client's desire for an inviting, warm retreat, a natural walnut was used throughout to anchor and reinforce the unity of the space, juxtaposed against the bright architectural envelope. Plush, engaging fabrics and contemporary lighting infuse a dash of luxury while classic modern furniture pieces provide functionality and a simple sophistication“. We appreciate the overall result to be quite impressive and believe such a house makeover is always a great source of inspiration. This is how the loft looked before the renovation:

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