Name: Jules Escalona, Co-owner of Citizen Space, and Henry Deleon, Concept Designer for Elastic.tv
Location: Downtown Los Angeles, California
Size: 1,400 square feet
Years lived in: 9 months

Who knew just how much cats would like living in a loft? Jules and Henry turned their cool urban loft into a family home with pets to warm up the space. Henry is a graphic artist and Jules has a passion for interior design, having previously worked at a furniture rental company, so mixing their two strengths resulted in a very fun and functional aesthetic.

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I love the look of blue paired with bright red. But I am not talking about the patriotic pairing of primary colors. I mean those greenish blues, aqua, seafoam green, turquoise, celadon and a range of pale blues.
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If any single piece of furniture could be called the heart of the home, it would be the sofa. It is the place where family and friends nest together, where you stretch out after a long day's work and where you settle in to be entertained by the internet or television. These bold and bright sofas will delight your brain and relax your body. More

White ceramic plates may be a classic, but vibrantly colored dishware always grabs my attention. They're so festive and give the impression that I'm going to have a fantastic time eating something scrumptious. Having a hard time choosing one color? Mix it up. Guests will always be able to identify their plates.

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When we think of modern, space saving furniture, the first name that comes to mind is Ikea. The big blue box can be a big help, especially when first starting out, but when it's time to trade up to nicer quality furniture, where should you turn? If you're in the New York area and if you've got the budget for it, Milano Smart Living has a wonderful selection of modern, Italian-made furniture. More

Colorful teapots and coffee infusers make drinks both delicious and good looking. Whether you're brewing for one or a party of twelve, these bright containers make ordinary days more fun and festive. More

Toby Burke Hemingway looked to the past when it came to naming his Silver Lake shop. The name Hemingway and Pickett is taken from his family's old Melbourne business. It was started by his grandfather in 1888 and grew into a large distribution network for stores of all kinds. Toby's shop focuses on art and design products from around the world, with a special focus on Australian items. More

Interior designer Anna Kohler believes that good design need not cost a fortune. To back up her beliefs, Anna launched her online shop, My Chic Nest, last month. The shop features over 60 classic and original designs of sofas, loveseats, daybeds, sectionals, lounge chairs, dining chairs, stools and headboards. More

This before and after is a great lesson in using small changes to alter an entire room. By adding color and pattern to a few key pieces, this room gets a dramatic makeover… More

After a number of years designing kitchens and furniture for high end clients, James Flynn wanted to bring quality design to the retail market. In 2010, Flynn set up shop in a space in Old Ottawa South, naming it after the store's address - Elevenfiftyfour. More