Another installment in our series on abandoned places in the world. Continue reading
LaZiguezon
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I’m bringing this feature back by popular demand (I didn’t get a single email!) since I know deep down inside you agree that “Apple wants it’s screensaver back” Doctor Who and “You call this eyesore an American treasure!?” Fresh Prince deserved Worst Show Opening accolades.
In conjunction with yesterday’s post on street art, today’s column will highlight the remaining 10 artists who have each contributed to the global street art movement in highly original and unique ways.
From its outgrowth of the graffiti movement of the 1980s, contemporary street art comprises of many techniques and has since grown into a global movement. Often providing social and political commentary, street artists rejuvenate public spaces and initiate lively discussions on the democratization of art.
While some opening credit sequences function on both a musical and visual level (I’m looking at you Six Feet Under, Twin Peaks), the following 15 examples should never have seen the light of day, let alone entered our living rooms. Continue reading
Accessories are the true gems of any room. Thoughtfully added, they provide the “finished” look that no garish 60-inch television can ever hope to match. Today’s post will celebrate Scandinavian design and their penchant for creating beautiful and highly functional accessories. Continue reading
While some people may feel that dumping documents, books, and clothing into bankers boxes, or heaven forbid, Rubbermaid containers is an effective “organizational” strategy as witnessed above, I’m afraid they’re doing it wrong. In most cases, there is an objective and measurable “right” way of de-cluttering and storing. Once again, it’s time for Scandinavians to show us how with a few examples below.
Marimekko has turned 60, kittens!
Founded in 1951 by Viljo and Armi Ratia, the Finnish-based company is world-renowned for its high-quality clothing, eye-popping textiles, bags and accessories. Let’s take a look at some of their gems from the past 60 years.
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Tired of looking at barren white walls? Want to liven up your place, but don’t know where to begin? Coffee and cigs and I believe that starting an art collection may be the solution you’ve been avoiding. Continue reading
Hello chickadees. Are you excited over Spring’s arrival? LaZiguezon certainly is and spent the greater part of the week basking in glorious sunshine. This got me thinking about the properties of light, which led me to ponder over the development of modern lighting. So, dear Crasstalkers, today’s post will be about the illuminating qualities of Scandinavian design as it pertains to floor lamps, table lamps, and pendant lamps. Oh my! Continue reading
