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Mid-century modern and Scandinavian designs are two emerging trends in the world of interior architecture. Although they share a few specific principles, their overall appearances can look vastly different when all the pieces come together. Mid-Century Modern Design Features Mid-century modern design — also known as mid-mod or MCM — first became popular in the years after World War II when families started sprouting…
Determining the ideal interior design style is vital when designing a home or building. You’ll need to consider the combination of colors, patterns, shapes and materials you’ll use to create your desired look and feel. There are many options, so you can find the best one for you or combine styles to develop a unique look. Here are nine popular interior design styles and…
High Point, NC is not just another sleepy southern town. High Point is the home of the High Point Market. The High Point Market features 12.2 million square feet of furniture exhibit and showroom space. Twice a year, the High Point Market attracts nearly 100,000 furniture and design industry professionals who show up to see, learn, and most importantly, buy fabulously designed furniture from…
Autumn 2022 is upon us, and that means interior design trends are shifting with the seasons. From a timeless pattern taking center stage to rounding out edges, there are many trends to discuss for this fall and winter. Getting closer to the new year, you’ll notice things moving from crisp and clean to warm and cozy. Homeowners and designers are leaning into nature-inspired items…
Kartell is an Italian furniture company based in Milan. They are known for their eclectic mid-century modern design. Many of their products are made of colorful molded polycarbonate. Polycarbonate is a strong plastic-like material. Unlike many plastics, polycarbonate is eco-friendly. It is made of recycled paper and cellulose, a plant-based product. Polycarbonate is 100% recyclable. I ordered the Kartell TipTop side table on September…
When you want to refresh a room, replacing the upholstery is a great place to start. The type of upholstery you choose for your furniture can transform the appearance of each space. It’s also a great way to bring out your personality and make your furniture more practical for your household. When choosing the new upholstery for your home, there are many qualities to…
Finding the perfect sectional sofa will be a different process for everyone. But, it’s worth it to do your research because an excellent sectional sofa will last for at least ten years and probably more. It’s an investment that the whole family will enjoy. At Smart Furniture, we are the online experts in all soft seating, especially sofas! Before we dive into our recommendations,…
You’ve probably experienced the feeling of looking around your home and no longer being satisfied with its interior. Whether you spent the summer doing DIY projects or have decided that last year’s paint choice is no longer the perfect shade, refreshing your home is a great way to breathe new life into your space and increase its resale value. But what if your budget…
Humanscale is calling their new Path Chair the planet’s most most sustainable and ergonomically advanced task chair created for every body. That sounds pretty intriguing. Let’s take a closer look! When Todd Bracher set out to design the Path Chair he intended to couple innovation with next-level sustainability. So, he started with materials instead of design. This ground up design method proved to be…
When furnishing a new home there are a lot of factors to consider. This is a huge step and you’ll want to be sure it’s done right, considering how large of an investment it will be. Take a look into the different factors that go into your decision to be sure you make choices that will last for years to come. Determine Your Preferred…