Friday, October 31, 2014

Payne ruled out with foot injury





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The Real Reason Bookstores Are Becoming Extinct

Growing up in South Florida in the 70s and 80s, there was a great bookstore at the corner of US1 and Sunrise Blvd. in Ft. Lauderdale called “All Books and Records.” Though it’s been gone for probably a decade now, I still can picture the inside. With what had to[Read More...]


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New Japanese-Inspired Textiles from Zak + Fox

NYC textile designer Zak Profera has a thing for antique kimonos ("I've been collecting old kimono stencils, called 'Katagami,' for a few years now," he says), and his newest collection is inspired by their intricate patterns. "I bought one initially because I thought it was much more unusual than what we typically see in Japanese textile pattern. Then I got hooked; I'm always on the hunt for the ones feel 'unplaceable.' Some skew very tribal, each is like a silk screen, one color per stencil, so when you are viewing them individually, there can be something beautiful and abstract in the reduction of elements."


For ordering information, go to Zak+Fox, and if you're in NYC visit him at his new showroom at 611 Broadway, Suite 511 ("by appointment or chance").


Zak + Fox Kraft Line of Fabrics | Remodelista


Above: A parade of prints on display.


Zak + Fox Kraft Line of Fabrics | Remodelista


Above: The Pazuru (Japanese for "puzzle") print is Zak's interpretation of a centuries-old kimono pattern.


Zak + Fox Kraft Line of Fabrics | Remodelista


Above: The Kaze print features "thick brushes of color spun together and is evocative of the wind." Hollywood at Home sells the Zak + Fox Kaze West Pillow for $265.


Zak + Fox Kraft Line of Fabrics | Remodelista


Above: The Pazuru print in matcha.


Zak + Fox Kraft Line of Fabrics | Remodelista


Above: The Hanami print is Zak + Fox's rendition of a 19th century cherry blossom tree print.


Zak + Fox Kraft Line of Fabrics | Remodelista


Above: A detail of the Hanami print.


Zak + Fox Kraft Line of Fabrics | Remodelista


Above: The Obi pattern was inspired by a tattered vintage sash used in traditional Japanese dress. Hollywood at Home sells the Zak + Fox Obi Pillow for $265.


We've been fans for a while now; see Zak+Fox Textiles: Inspired by Exotica.


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Lofty Aspirations in a Small House

The Scenario: A Japanese couple buys a plot of land in the middle of a persimmon (kaki) orchard near the city of Yokkaichi, Japan, where they aspire to build a single-level family house with tall ceilings and wide-open, loft-like spaces that take advantage of the views of the surrounding orchard.


The Challenge: The couple's architect, Keiichi Kiriyama from the Ogaki-based Airhouse Design, has only 1,400 square feet to work with, due to zoning requirements. This means he needs to meet the varied programmatic requirements that come from family living—three bedrooms, a guest room, a library, a den, four storage areas, a large walk-in closet, a separate shoe closet, and a cat's room (yes, you read that correctly)—without adding a second story.



The Solution: In one double-height, shed-like space with a large roof set on seven thick columns, the family's loft-living aspirations are reconciled with their programmatic requirements. Kiriyama located all the private spaces in the columns, and at the same time freed up the public living spaces to circulate around the columns in their full double-height glory.



The Result: Unrestricted by the height limitations that would have been imposed with the addition of a second floor, the interiors feature large areas of double-height, floor-to-ceiling rooms with expansive views of the sky and kaki trees. At the same time, the columns hide the detritus of daily living. Happiness for all, even the cat. And who says you can't have your cake and eat it too?


Photography by Toshiyuki Yano via ArchDaily.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: A view from the living area up to the dining area. The public spaces circulate around the columns, which hold the private rooms, and have large expanses of glass open to views of the sky and orchard.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: A small tree grows in the middle of the indoor/outdoor terrace.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: The second floors of the double-height columns are accessed through individual sets of lightweight metal stairs or ladders that resemble mini fire escapes.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: A series of steps lead from the living area to either the kitchen/dining area on the right of the walk-in closet on the left.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: The kitchen and dining areas are shaped by four of the seven columns, which are punctuated by window openings.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: One of the many double-height expansive views is available from the kitchen prep area.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: A built-in bench provides efficient seating in the passage between columns.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: A sheer curtain obscures the view of the neighboring house across the way.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: The sheer curtain and change in floor material from concrete to wood indicate the separation between the entry terrace and the interior of the house. The cat's room is behind the small door under the metal stair.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: A view of the open landscape from the second floor of one of the columns.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: The interior of the column that faces the kitchen island is lined with wood and houses two small children's playrooms stacked on top of each other.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: A view from an interior room into the kaki orchard.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: In the bathroom, a glass partition separates the wet area from the dry area.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: From the exterior, the house resembles a double-height shed.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: The house is nestled into the kaki orchard.


House in Ohno, Japan by Airhouse Design, Photos by Toshiyuki Yano | Remodelista


Above: The first and second floor plans of the house illustrate the division between public spaces in the open areas and private spaces enclosed in the thick columns.


See houses around the world that have been inspired by Japanese design:




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Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Raptors 109, Hawks 102





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Hawks open season with road loss to Raptors





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A Modern Take on Tradition: The Basket Lamp from Nendo

Have you ever admired the intricate wirework of classic handwoven Japanese cooking utensils, art objects in their own right? We have, so we took note when Tokyo design studio Nendo, in collaboration with Kyoto metal-weaving company Kanaami-Tsuji, released the Basket Lamp. Inspired by the handwoven wire netting of Japanese cooking utensils made by Kyoto artisans for centuries, the pendant lights cast spider-web-like shadows and float ethereally overhead (they're especially appealing when grouped).


Nendo Basket Lamp from Japan | Remodelista


Above: Currently the lights are available only through Seibu department stores, in Japan; ¥50,709 (approximately $470).


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Above: A trio of black powder-coated copper Basket Lamps.


Nendo Basket Pendant Lamp | Remodelista


Above: A view from below.


Nendo Basket Lamp White | Remodelista


Above: The lamps are also available with a white powder-coated finish.


Adding new Lighting is an easy way to transform a room. Take a look at these designs (several of them woven):



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Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Carroll on what makes Hawks a playoff team





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No coincidence Hawks are one of NBA best in assists





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Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Hawks waive Pittman, Eddie





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Glamorous Pendant Lights from a French Designer

Moody and glamorous: We're coveting the entire lighting line from Parisian designer Philippe Daney (best of all, they're LEDs). Here are some examples:


Glass Fluted Light Bulb from Merci in Paris | Remodelista


Above: The Twisted Glass Globe Lamp is €179 ($228.58) from Merci in Paris.


Lampe Phy by Philippe Daney | Remodelista


Above: Daney was inspired by industrial trouble lights in his design for the Lamp Phy.


Lampe Phy by Philippe Daney | Remodelista


Above: The Lamp Phy by Philippe Daney is €103.23 ($131.83) from La Redoute.


Looking for more options? See our posts on Pendant Lighting, including 10 Glamorous Pendant Lights for Under $200. And for inspiration, browse the hundreds of Lighting picks in our Photo Gallery.


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Friday, October 10, 2014

Horford, Bazemore, Antic out vs. Grizzlies





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5 Favorites: Fringed Towel Roundup

Like the look of fringed cotton flatweave hammam towels but prefer terry cloth for your bath towels? We do. Here's a roundup of towels with a bohemian look and the absorbency of terry.


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Above: The 100 percent cotton terry Turkish Tassel Bath Towel from West Elm is $19.


Fringed White Towel | Remodelista


Above: Originel towels by Yves Delorme have a looped fringe finished edge and come in three colors. A set of two Bath Sheets is $260 at Pioneer Linens.


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Above: The Tassel Heirloom Bath Towel has hand-tied tassels; $70 from Nandina Organics.


Michele Keeler White Bath Sheet | Remodelista


Above: The Michele Keeler White Bath Sheet with fringe is $98 from Lost & Found, in Los Angeles.


Crate & Barrel Fringed Towels | Remodelista


Above: I spotted (and admired) the White Fringe Bath Towel at Crate & Barrel the other day; $39.95.


Erica Tanov Talesna Towel | Remodelista


Above: Erica Tanov's Talesma Plaid Bath Towel has one side in absorbent terry and the other in a flatweave; $38.


See more of our favorite bath towels here, and go to 10 Easy Pieces for our classic white towel picks.


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Great Books with Horrible Dating Advice

This is by Robert Bruce of 101 Books When I was single, I hated dating—which is probably why I didn’t do much of it. There are so many unspoken rules, and girls play games, and it’s enough to make you want to become a celibate monk. Okay, it’s not quite[Read More...]


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Despite size, Brand back to guard traditional centers





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Thursday, October 9, 2014

Truman Capote’s Teenage Works Published

He claimed to have taught himself to read and write before his first year at school, to have started serious fiction writing aged 11, and to have known for certain that he would become a professional writer when he was only 15. Thirty years after Truman Capote’s death, the rest[Read More...]


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David Sedaris – Ask Me Anything

Earlier this week, American humorist and longtime NPR contributor David Sedaris joined social network site Reddit for one of its famous AMA (Ask Me Anything) Q&As. CanLit fans may recall that Margaret Atwood did one not too long ago. Sedaris, who is getting ready for a major speaking tour, showed[Read More...]


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Hawks hold open practice at Miller Grove High





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