Low, soft, well "tailored" - a glimpse of Italian style at Natuzzi.

Upholstered in a peachy-gold silk.

This month we have focused on getting our yards, patios and decks ready for warmer weather, but that’s only half of the equation. How about enjoying the fruits of your labor by throwing an outdoor party? Even if you haven’t had time for improvements, these low cost ideas will help spruce up your space for a get together.

Scene-stealing black and white inlay dining table at Bernhardt.

The sun is finally out and it's just about the right time to start taking your bike to work. Combine style with utility with cycling gear fit for a 21st century commute. Give your pedal some more mettle.

White on white with tons of texture at Bernhardt. 

There's a new design director at Thomasville. You can already see the impact in showroom.

Is it 5:00 yet? Because the drinks and snacky bites from this past week are looking mighty tempting. Go full-on springtime with a strawberry gin smash and a plate of risotto studded with asparagus spears. Bring on cocktail hour!

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As an editor, I was drawn in by the name of this Portland shop — Noun: A Person's Place for Things. As a shopper, I'm drawn to Noun's mix of vintage finds and new and locally crafted goods.