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Carolyn Purnell
Carolyn PurnellHistorian and Writer
Carolyn is a lover of all things colorful and quirky. She grew up in Texas and settled in L.A. by way of Chicago, England and Paris. She is the author of The Sensational Past: How the Enlightenment Changed the Way We Use Our Senses.
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My wireless router is more of an exhibitionist than a shrinking violet. Given the location of my cable hook-ups and a few tricky reception spots, that black flashing box has become an unusually prominent feature of my decor. And let’s not even mention the tangle of TV cords, the pride of place of my game systems, and the real estate taken up by my printer. But if you’re like me and are tired of seeing tech devices everywhere you look, perhaps these few affordable, effective, and sometimes surprising solutions can help you on your way.

We all need (and love) our tech gear, but let’s face it, these utilitarian objects are not always attractive, nor do they always fit our design aesthetics. Here are some ways to turn what is often purely utilitarian into a more organic part of your home.

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(Images: 1. Anamu via AT, 2. Sweet Sanity Designs, 3. PB&J Stories, 4. Angie in the Thick of It, 5. Kara Paslay Designs via Design*Sponge)

 

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