The Russian House: Architecture & Interiors

The Russian home is truly eclectic, a surprisingly harmonious mingling of color and pattern, carved furniture, glass, textiles, porcelain, and religious icons. And whether a city apartment or a country dacha, the Russian house is typically warm and welcoming—a haven in a harsh climate. Russians treasure their possessions, adore color, texture, and pattern, and effortlessly create create

L.A.s First Solar-Powered, All-Green Urban Community Premieres in Hollywood

Utility costs may be rising, but utility rates will remain at an all-time low at one eco-friendly Southern California community. The Gatsby Hollywood has announced it will be Metro L.A.’s first all solar-powered, all-green urban community. The enclave is now under construction on the corner of Hollywood’s Fountain and Wilcox Avenues. A first for the area, the all-new, single-family-home community offers premier sun-powered features and... 

Copper in the Kitchen: This Metal Shines When It Comes to Cooking, Cleanliness and Class

While studying at Le Cordon Bleu, the world’s premiere culinary school, and later working at some of the finest restaurants in France, Eric Eisenberg learned to appreciate the copper cookware top chefs use to prepare exquisite gourmet dishes. “I used a lot of copper during my training in France,” said Eisenberg, now executive chef at the Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, WA. “And we used a lot of copper cookware at the different... 

Craft-Art Wood Countertops

Living Materials and Finishes Add a Natural Beauty to Interior and Exterior Home Design A new trend is emerging in kitchen design as designers and consumers push the limit of what materials can be used in the home. The use of “living finishes” – those found on naturally occurring materials that change, evolve and become more beautiful over time are part of a movement that respects and showcases the beauty of the natural world.

Classic Rocker in Cherry Finish By Coaster Furniture

The Cherry Finish Rocker by Coaster is a beautiful attachment to your home interior. This graceful seat accented with numerous carvings is sure to provide your living area with the atmosphere of warmth and coziness.

Romantic Rosewood Finish Double Door Cabinet

Curving ivy vines form an entrancingly lovely filigree pattern, adding fascination to this stunning double-door cabinet. The ideal storage spot for a trove of precious treasures, this tabletop curio boasts classically romantic styling and warm rosewood glaze. A timelessly beautiful enhancement to your home! Wood. One interior shelf. 14 1/8″ x 6 3/8″ x 19 3/4″ high.