Posts tagged: modern
How to make a Drinking Straw Pendant Light
By DIY Maven
Seriously...a pendant light made out of drinking straws. Lots of them. And the best part? It looks great! Addicted 2 Decorating tells us that 40 bucks should buy the supplies to make one. What you'll need » READ MORE
Free Papercraft: Mid-Century Christmas Village.
By Chrisjob
The popularity of Christmas village decorama hit the big time during the mid-century modern craze of the post-war United States, but largely, their motifs didn't explore the sharp geometricism of their contemporary era, but harkened back to a more quaint holiday aesthetic of the Dickens era.
Scratching Post=Modern Art Piece
By DIY Maven
This is Leo, a cat scratching post that looks as lithe as are the fur-people that use it. Made of Zebrawood, it's soft enough to give kitty's claws a workout, but it's hard enough to keep its shape. » READ MORE
Trailer Living Off the Grid In Style
By ModHomeEcTeacher
Never say never, as in "You'd never catch me dead living in a trailer!" I'd gladly haul this little 350 square foot, fully sustainable vacay home around the country. It would beat timeshares and hotel bills. The only one of its kind ever built, this wind and solar powered trailer is being sold for » READ MORE
A Very Modern Nativity Set.
By Chrisjob'Member all those times you've been curled up under a blanket, fire a-rolling with a warm mug of egg nog in your hand, and you look at your mantle, and remark... "I think the Holy Family could use more Helvetica."
Both beautiful and hilarious, these sets are handmade in Germany by Oliver Fabel. Nothing says Merry Christmas like minimalism.
Montauk Lake House
By DIY Maven
This lake house by Murdock Young is a stunner...all 4,500 square feet of it. I especially love the modern elements combined with those New England-y mainstays such as cedar shingles, painted pine board, exposed trusses and drift wood. All that white could feel a little chilly in some climes, but I'd be willing to give it a go!
Evit's Extraordinary Glass Tiles
By DIY Maven
Evit's glass mosaic and tile collection is nothing less than extraordinary. Their intricate shapes and luscious colors are undeniably eye-catching. So much so, their implementation would require a certain amount of pluck.
Kickin' Back at Dunder Mifflin
By ModHomeEcTeacher
Makes me wonder if Darryl has been getting in touch with his inner designer down in the warehouse. This furniture gives minimalism a whole new meaning. But, oh so NOT comfy. However, I am diggin' the whole minimal thing Swedish Architechtural firm TAF has going on. Can you say "thinking outside the box?"
The website is so chic-ly uber-minimal, it's hard to even discuss their designs. I guess you just have to see design, not exp » READ MORE
Glass Sink & Countertop Combo
By DIY Maven
This glass sink and counter top combo from Exence epitomized minimalism. Storage, faucet and plumbing are hidden to the side, putting all the focus on the curvy glass, where it should be. » READ MORE
Fabulous and Fire Resistant
By DIY Maven
Located in Malibu, CA, this weekend get-away was designed with an emphasis on sustainability and fire resistance. Owners and architects Nick Roberts and Cory Buckner incorporated a 'noncombustible shell' and 'deep-set fire-resistant windows' into its construction. The couple's interest in fire resistance comes from personal experience. In 1993, a wild fire consumed the 4000 sf they were living in at they time. They escaped the fire with 3 carloads of belongings and moved into Cory's parent's house 30 minutes away. A week later, fire destroyed that house too.
How-To: Spraypainted Wall Art.
By ChrisjobKrylon.com offers a great DIY project featuring some of their less Crayolaish colors. A bit of tape, some actual leafs to stencil, and the result? A very fine natural modern print with a bit of glam.
Materials:
Materials- Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Paint - Gloss White
- Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Paint - Semi-Gloss Black
- Krylon Indoor/Outdoor Paint - Ivy Leaf
- Krylon Brushed Metallic - Satin Nickel
- Krylon Webbing Spray - Gold Chiffon
- 2 Canvas » READ MORE
Before and After: A Contemporary Remake in Utah.
By Chrisjob
Friends, the photos speak for themselves...
Luxury in Whistler, BC
By DIY Maven
This property, located in Whistler, BC, is on the market for a cool 7 million bucks. And you know what? Between the architecture, the view and the scent of the fir trees that surround it, it just might be worth every penny.
1950's Ranch Gets Modern Makeover
By DIY Maven
Dutton Architects transformed a West L.A. 50's ranch into a modern dream house. They added living space as well as 2,500 sf gallery. » READ MORE
New Mod doors
By mellovoxWe are trying out some new designs. Here is our new one set in place before the lock set was installed, take a gander. This one is a 3'0"x 6'8" 2" thick walnut door with 1/2" glass. It weighs in at 131lbs.
See it at http://grassrootsmodern.com/2009/08/17/trying-on-a-new-door/#comments
Mid-Century Modern Finds at Urban Outfitters.
By ChrisjobThe fine folks at Atomic Addiction have been doing a little window shopping...web browser window shopping, that is, and they've been peering into UrbanOutfitters.com, the website of the tries-to-be-too-hip-for-its-own-good-but-still-a-great-place-to-get-all-the-cool-stuff-you-see-online brick and mortar store found near university campuses and other metropolitan neighborhoods.
Among the finds include two 50s-inspired but not kitschy shower curtai » READ MORE
How to Make Earthy Yet Modern Coasters
By simplyfunstuffCreate these earthy yet modern coasters with Rub-On transfers and Roman Tiles!
I made these at a crafting party we had recently and they were a huge hit!
What You'll Need:
Roman Tiles (from your local Home Improvement Store)
Rub-On Transfers (I got the ones shown above from Hambly)
Thin cork material or rubber feet for the bottoms (available at office supply stores or craft stores)
Spray-on Polyurethane (available at Home improvement » READ MORE
Utah Silo House
By DIY Maven
For those city folks who don't know what a silo is, it's a large, usually cylindrical structure used to store silage. What's silage? Stuff ruminators eat. What are ruminators? I'll let you chew on that for a while. However, this particular silo serves a different purpose altogether. » READ MORE
446 Square Feet of Pure Bliss
By DIY Maven
This little apartment in Sweden might be short on space, but, because it's long on style, you don't even notice! Decor8 observantly points out the generous use of Ikea pieces, » READ MORE
