One man's trash is another man's inspiration! In this case, old bottles, cameras and other detritus have been transformed into lighting. More

I love the Philippines. I married into a Filipino family, and some of my favorite trips are visiting their family and friends back home. I won't lie; Manila isn't the top of my list for prettiest cities in the world; in fact it's far from it. As a gateway to the rest of the country, however, it arguably takes you to the most beautiful places you'll ever go in your lifetime.

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For such a large scale retailer, The Land of Nod really keeps its finger on the pulse of design trends in the children's world. Their buyers and designers have a keen eye and their Fall 2012 collection is no exception. More

Tucked away in a quiet corner of the woods, my dream retreat would be a simple, rustic cabin away from the usual hubbub of the city. Coffee on the porch, early morning hikes and afternoons free to delve into a book or sit and write… minus the deadlines. More

What can you do with an empty Italian cookie tin, a few water heater pipes, spare sprinkler parts, the twisted remains of a disassembled hair dryer, an old leather belt, and two $60 industrial 3-blade steel fans purchased via eBay? Apparently a lot if you're a steampunk-loving DIY'er... More

Summer has me thinking about camping, and thinking about camping makes me think about those iconic enamel mugs. Wine in the evening and coffee in the morning never taste better than by a campfire, sipped with good company, out of those humble mugs. And there are so many other goods with a similar rustic yet sophisticated charm — enamel signs, kettles, light shades, and more. More

Furnish Me Vintage is tucked out of sight on the second floor of an antique mall in St. Petersburg, Florida. What it lacks in curb presence is made up for in a well-curated selection; this place is a mid century enthusiast's dream. The large space (7,000 square feet) is filled with vintage finds, from all the big names like George Nelson, Paul McCobb, and Jens Risom. More

Call it minimalist glam, luxe rough or golden industrial... but to me, this geometric pendant project by Weekday Carnival is do-it-yourself perfection. More

Feeling the heat right now? We sure are. Before you turn down the A/C another few degrees (if you even have air conditioning), consider a ceiling fan. Here's a cheat sheet that shows you how to find the right one that fits your space. More

Don't get me wrong, I don't have a scrap of pink or purple in my own house. And my walls haven't seen floral since my childhood in the 80s. There is something appealing however about taking a left turn from your usual decor and embracing the opposite once in awhile. We all get in ruts, and it's nice to branch out.

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