Category: design
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Office Fitouts Melbourne: Workspaces for Productivity in 2025
In the fast-paced business landscape of Melbourne, where innovation meets a vibrant cultural scene, the design of office spaces has never been more critical. As companies navigate the post-pandemic era, the demand for flexible, ergonomic, and aesthetically pleasing environments is on the rise. This is where office fitouts Melbourne experts come into play, helping businesses…
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A Bathroom Remodel For Not One But Two Bathrooms
Well, I guess this is where I formally introduce myself to you, EHD readers! You’ve seen many photos I’ve taken, you’ve seen my basement, bedroom and living room makeovers that our girl, Emily, has so graciously helped us design, and you may have seen small bits of my face in some of the photos/videos from…
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Tips for Balancing Security and Aesthetics in Home Design
Designing a home that is both beautiful and secure requires careful planning. Security measures often focus on strength and durability, while aesthetics aim to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Striking the right balance allows homeowners to enjoy peace of mind without sacrificing visual appeal. Understanding the Importance of Security Security should be a top…
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Space Saving Design Ideas for Commercial Entryways
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In commercial buildings, the entryway is more than just a space to walk through. It is the first point of contact for visitors, customers, and staff. A well-designed entrance sets the tone for the whole building. It can show professionalism, create comfort, and make a strong first impression. But in many projects, space is limited.…
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12 Fall Decor Collections We LOVE (And Our Favorite Picks)
There are so many things to love about fall, but as a design-obsessed person, I’m never not waiting with bated breath for the fall decor collections to drop. There’s often a cozy aesthetic with warm neutrals, but the shapes, the patterns, the new materials are always exciting to me. So since we haven’t really done…
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What’s Wrong With Our Guest Cottage
Ok, first off, yes, I think we are calling it The Guest Cottage now. Too many people were confused about “carriage house”, wondering where this is, why it is, what it is – and everyone gets “guest cottage,” aka on our property, but not where we live, and she is old. As a reminder, we…
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Boon Edam Turnstiles Enable Smart Access at American University
Boon Edam Inc., a global leader in physical security entrance products, is excited to share that American University in Washington, D.C., has completed the installation of five Lifeline Speedlane Compact turnstiles and one Winglock Swing Gate as part of a comprehensive renovation of its Terrace Dining Room (TDR), the university’s main dining hall serving thousands of…
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Read This Before You Paint Your Concrete Floor
When we first started “fixing up the garages” (that’s a real understatement, I know), one of the few things that we knew we could salvage was the concrete floor of the first bay (where our prop shelves live). The second bay (where our sofas now live:)) would need to be poured because it was rotten…
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7 Design Trends That Scream 2025, For Better Or For Worse (& How We Think They’ll Fare A Decade From Now)
In anticipation of the onslaught of 2026 design trend posts that will surely start appearing right after the calendar flips over to September, I thought it a good time to assess my own personal entries into the 2025 home style Hall of Fame before we all move on. What happened this year in decorating that,…
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The Sofas And Chairs We Nixed From Our Collection (And Why)
First off, thank you so much for all your support/kind words/orders on the launch of the Room Service sofa collection last week. We are so proud of the pieces, and many of you have already purchased (thank you, thank you). If you are in California and it was “unable to ship to your zip code”,…