This month we’re talking about the idea of ‘modern’ design; what is it, how it’s changing, what does it mean? Here are some of the best modern design posts from the Curbly archives. Which one is your favorite?
The Ultimate Modern Bedroom Roundup
Capree rounds up the best modern bedrooms like nobody’s business. Just don’t get too sleepy reading through them.
Ok, for real people, a minimal, clean kitchen (as seen above) is an impossibility. More likely, your toaster is stacked on top of your coffee maker, and there are three layers of old Cheerios lining the silverware drawer. But we can dream, right?
Cozy, Modern, Scandinavian Cabins
Does my Jewish-Latin-American ancestry preclude me from aspiring to live in one of these Scandinavian cabins? I think not.
How To Make a Modern Walnut Desk
Guest blogger Kibwe Daisy got inspired and made his own simple, beautiful walnut desk.Â
DIY Mid-Century Modern Birdhouse (VIDEO!)
Chris shows us how to make a birdhouse that’s nicer than my house.
Shabby Furniture? Modern Facelift! (VIDEO!)
This dresser makeover was for Chris’s neice, but you don’t have to be a kid fo appreciate bold, simple patterns and color.
Make Modern Holiday Paper Garlands on the Cheap! (HOW TO)
Hey, who said garlands are only for holidays? These are so pretty you might just leave ’em up year-round.
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What’d I miss? Can you think of any great blog posts (from Curbly or elsewhere), that exemplify Modern Design for you? Let us know in the comments!Â
Oh, and while you’re here, did you know our Mid-Century Modern how-to manual, “Make It! Mid-Century Modern” is on sale this month for 50% off? Just use discount code APR11 at checkout.