Noticed recently: A crop of sculptural wall sconces with a softness unique to glass. Hand-blown forms adhere to walls, and sometimes ceilings, with the plump and airy quality of a pillow. Here are our 10 favorite pillow glass wall sconces.
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Generally, we believe that simple is best, when it comes to the home and otherwise. Even better? When a simple object is studied, improved, and built with care, making something basic the best it can be. Consider this case study: A…
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The Midwest is that part of the map where stories settle into the soil. Here, the road doesn’t promise escape; it offers perspective. One minute you’re crossing wind-brushed plains where silos cast long shadows on gold, and the next, you’re winding through…
If sleeping beauty was a gardener, she certainly would have pricked herself on stinging nettles. And if the fairy godmothers were foragers, they would use the plant to treat her stings and energize that sleepy girl. Stinging nettle, while a fair bit…
The sun is always shining in architect Josh Piddock’s apartment in London’s Hackney. That’s thanks to the kitchen mural, a simple but game-changing circle, that Josh planted in the heart of his carefully orchestrated flat. When the contractor he was waiting for…
To minimize water use, Whittier recommends installing a smart irrigation system that will do most of the day-to-day work for you. “After a three-month establishment period, you dial down the irrigation until you find the stress point,” says Whittier. “Then you add…
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I’ve analyzed the Zillow Home Value Index data to identify North Dakota’s neighborhoods with the most impressive property value growth over the past decade. The results reveal fascinating patterns across the state’s real estate landscape.
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A long-time flower staple, sweet peas add plenty of whimsy and a delicious fragrance to every garden they’re grown in. Only recently have they become a favourite for bouquets and arrangements. Here are a few tricks worth knowing if you plan on…