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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2010
Bauhaus meets dollhouse
Furniture designer Paris Renfroe began creating miniature models of his full-scale contemporary-furniture designs because he didn't possess the CAD wizardry to generate computer renderings.

Ceramicist has a lot on her handmade plates
Ceramicist Lisa Neimeth has an unusual studio space in San Francisco: an old chicken coop. She is best known for her handmade tableware, which incorporates impressed objects and hand-etched design elements.

Taking a page from Kelly Wearstler's book
It's no surprise that Bravo Television's former "Top Design" judge Kelly Wearstler has set the tastemaker bar high, becoming synonymous with avant-garde fashion and glamorous hotels.

DIY projects for holiday table
Whether you're a first-time hostess or seasoned at all things soiree, the aspiration is ultimately the same: Throw an inspired, inviting shindig that sets the mood and gets guests swooning.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2010
Speed Cleaning: De-Gunk Your Gadgets
Each morning you grab your smart phone, ipod and keys and head out into the frenzied world. Although it seems like you might be running short on time, we found some quick ways to clean your go-to gadgets.

Elle Decor's reality showcase
Decorator showcases are not exactly known for having a cohesive design. There can be little visual continuity from room to room. But this year the Elle Decor Designer Showhouse took a different approach.

Artful tabletop design
Now entering its 10th year, Dining by Design continues to showcase artful table settings dreamed up by some of the best local talents. While some of the creations are over-the-top, there are plenty of ideas that you can actually try at home.

Want a cookie-cutter look? How boring!
Whether he's assisting an interior designer or antiques enthusiast, dealer Eric Petsinger's goal is to provide "inventory with a 'something for everyone' approach."

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2010
Traditional English style with a twist
It's easy to spot English interior designer Valerie Wills in a restaurant: She's the diner turning over all of the plates on the table to check their origin. At the age of 21, Wills moved to London and studied interior design.

Do the bugs in your life prefer chalets or skyscrapers?
Thanks to garden artists, architects and upcyclers, insect hotels now come in myriad styles. They all have one thing in common: They provide beneficial bugs with shelter for the winter.

Sculpt a room with pendants
Pristine and spare, sculptural pendants offer an effortless means to enhance focal points throughout the house. The accessory makes an impact whether gleaming with bright light or dangling dormant.

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