Name: James
Location: Capitol Hill, Seattle, Washington

I just recently moved to seattle after working for a few years in New York City. I wanted to bring some of that NYC style and mix it with the more laid back, industrial west coast feel. More

Who couldn't use a little more reading light? Spare your eyes and add a little style at the same time with any of these lovely lamps.

• Tarrytown, NY: Brass Koch Lowy Lamp - $125
• Atlanta, GA: Minimalist Floor Lamp - $78
• Seattle, WA: DWR Tolomeo Lamp - $625
• Arlington, VA: Studio Floor Lamp - $300
• New York, NY: Brass Floor Lamp - $181 More

Name: Nathan & Heather Spaulding
Location: Ballard — Seattle, Washington
Size: 2 Bedroom- 900 square feet
Years lived in: 1.5 years — Rent

Nathan and Heather live in a cozy two bedroom apartment in Ballard, where they have designed the vintage whimsy home they've always wanted. Here, art and creativity abound as their apartment is furnished generously with vintage estate sale goodness.

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Today's items have led a long useful life; their patina is well-earned. Wood, metal, and leather combine to create a relaxed, confident look. Do you like utilitarian things, sans the discomfort? Then you might be interested in Warm Industrial decor.

• Bellingham, WA: Industrial School Lockers - $100
• Chicago, IL: Swiss Army Chair - $1200
• Philadelphia, PA: Anthropologie Shelving - $575
• Brooklyn, NY: Gunlocke Office Chair - $110
• New York, NY: Industrial Wood Cabinet - $400 More

Reader Emily spotted this delightfully Seussian art installation at a local park in Seattle:
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What could be more inspirational for an artist than to nestle one's studio space in a completely organic, natural setting? This 1,250 square foot studio space is located on a 3.4 acre piece of land on San Juan Island in Washington. More

I had the opportunity to have a brief stay at the Hotel Ändra in Seattle last week, and was happily inspired by the bright and modern design of their basic suite bathroom. More

Name: Maya & Jon
Location: View Ridge, Seattle, Washington

While technically our home is considered Cape Cod, I would describe our decor as Contemporary Modern with a touch of whimsy. We are surrounded by kid made art as well as art found on Etsy and from various travels. More

This thing is antique, art deco, AND industrial, all wrapped up in one dresser. Rarely can you kill that many birds with one stone. You'll find it in San Francisco, along with the rest of the best of the West!
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This coffee table is killer. So is that brass coat rack. In fact, pretty much everything else in Los Angeles today is noteworthy as well. Dive in to today's Scavenger, and see what else is happening all across the West! More