Tag: Theyre
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Mass timber demand is growing. Ironworkers say they’re ready.
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Mass timber is having a moment. In September, the number of multifamily, commercial or institutional mass timber projects that were in progress or built had increased by more than five fold from seven years ago, according to…
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What Really IS Folk Art?? And How Do They Look Based On Where They’re From?
Welcome to another installment in my unofficial guide to non-cookie-cutter design. My first take explored the beauty of ethnic textiles, global and ethnic design; my second, a plea for designing for whimsy rather than chicness. Today, we’re diving into a topic that I lightly touched on earlier this year, in a team shopping post about…
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42% of Gen Z workers say they’re turning to blue-collar roles for security
Forty-two percent of Generation Z adults are currently working in or pursuing a blue-collar or skilled trade job, according to a May 20 report from Resume Builder. Of those, 37% have earned a bachelor’s degree. In the survey of more than 1,400 Gen Z adults, men were significantly more likely to choose blue-collar careers, regardless…
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Why They’re Trending in Home Design
After years of pristine whites and cool grays dominating American interiors, a distinct shift is underway, ushering in an era where the authentic grain and inherent warmth of natural wood finishes are once again taking center stage. From kitchen cabinetry to flooring, and even accent walls, medium and dark wood tones are not merely a…
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Love It Or Leave It: Should These Readers Replace A Piece Of Furniture They’re Struggling With Or Make It Work? Here’s What We Said…
Welcome to Love It or Leave It, a fun concept Jess and I cooked up earlier this month to satisfy both of my design loves: helping people to shop for specific pieces that will help improve the way their room functions, and brainstorming ways for readers to make something they already have work. We put…
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The 9 Kitchen Trends Of 2025 That You’ll Want In Your Home Forever (Yes, They’re That Good)
Welcome to our biggest post of the year! That’s right, nearly every year our annual kitchen trend post is the most popular which equally feels like a huge honor and responsibility as the gal that’s been writing them for the last 6 years. As we always say, when it comes to “trends” and more permanent…