A Dark & Mysterious Design Trend + Brooklyn's Chic Loft Makeover

This week's top ten products and most shared collections. How To 5 Design Tips From Homepolish’s Orlando Soria If there’s anyone we’ll take home styling advice from, it’s Orlando Soria. Not only is he the creative director for the West Coast branch of interior design company Homepolish, but he has impressed us immensely with the designs in his personal apartment in West Hollywood... Get This Look Experience This Dark & Mysterious Design Trend Are you ready to get a little dark with your designs? This new trend is gritty, glamorous, and moody. So, rather than try to explain it to you using a few pictures and descriptions, we’ve decided to bring it to you as an experience. behind the scenes Cari’s Modern Industrial Abode Interior designer Kerra Michele of Apartment Envy wasn’t going to let pesky building limits and structural obstacles keep her from delivering client Cari Shane’s dream home. Citing Cari’s big personality as inspiration, Kerra describes the finished project as “eclectic, collected, and... 10. Cristiana Throw Pillow This gently geometric accent adds some tranquility to any space. A great way to soften a rustic or industrial setting, this pillow features an appealing... 9. Craftsman's Notebook Because you never know when inspiration will strike, make sure you've got your Craftsman's Notebook. Spiral-bound and boasting a canvas... 8. Hot Wire Pendant Cast an enchanting glow over your bar or reading nook with the bold lines of this striking caged pendant lamp. The white-wire shade is arched out into... 7. Canvas Folding Stool Going camping and want to bring along a seat that’s comfortable, but not bulky? This Canvas Folding Stool is a perfect solution to campfire comfort... 6. Rixton Cabinet A stunning feat of symmetric design, the Rixton Cabinet features three rows of four glass front drawers. This timeless design is crafted from old pine and... 3. Cube Planter in White Color blocking isn't just for people; plants can get in on the action as well. Crafted specifically for air plants, this cube planter has been hand-painted with... 4. Hayden Spring Dining Chair They're simple, they're refined--they're always in style. Vertical spokes join a wooden walnut seat and curved... 3. Glamping Teepee Kids will love this. No doubt about that. Who doesn't want a teepee indoors? Set it up in the living room and your kids will be entranced for hours. 2. Tiny Terrarium DIY Kit Nature can be pretty scarce to find in the city, but with our terrarium kit even the unluckiest home botanist can find their green thumb. This organic... 1. Media Memories Console Keep this console looking sleek by placing only your TV on top. Store everything else underneath... Inspiration Before & After: Chic Brooklyn Loft Sometimes there’s nothing worse than a space in serious need of personality. It’s not like you can’t live between bare walls and minimal decor, but we’ve also seen how a little punch of color and style can make all the difference in the world. Such was the case with this Brooklyn loft. Stories A Crash Course On the International Style of Architecture Whether you’re an architect, art history major, or just a lover of modern design, you need to know about the International Style of architecture. But don’t worry, we know you’re busy and don’t expect you to read a thesis paper... inspiration Sweet Summer Ideas for Your First Date We’ve all been there—you’ve asked your dream guy out but have no idea what you two should do for your first date. The dinner-and-movie thing is played out, and you want to be able to actually hear the guy, so going to a bar is a no-go. Create A Sweet Yet Rustic Look Capture the rustic charm of a farmhouse while remaining sweet and delicate in your designs. All you need is a bit of weathered silver as a lampshade or stool to complement the calming white walls and light wood tones of your interiors. Balance out the heaviness that comes with materials like... Embrace Your Need For Adventure Follow us to West 76th Street and discover the secrets, treasures, and unbelievable tales hidden within the old-world walls of this exclusive club for explorers. Let your imagination run wild as you gaze at paintings of wild wooly mammoths or try to decipher the notes scribbled across the surfaces of ancient maps. DogVacay's Chic, Pup-friendly Space It’s hard to believe that DogVacay’s gorgeous modern office is 100 percent dog approved. Nestled in Santa Monica, California, this pup-sitting service proves that dog-friendly interiors can still be totally chic. Its open-concept floor plan creates that airy loft feeling we love, but also provides a lot of room for restless paws to wander. 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