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During the pillaging of the East Hampton beachhouse, I was able to get a MASSIVE wood frame that was going to end up in the dumpster.  I took the graphics that I made of my favorite rocker, Pete Doherty (Babyshambles, the Libertines, Kate Moss’ ex-boyfriend), and made a ginormous museum-quality poster out of it.  It’s [...]

Until I can get enough time together to make some Photoshop Brushes that contain all of the mid-century masters’ classic pieces, I decided to throw together some sleek, modern desktop wallpapers for anyone who would like them.
You can now have Eames, Saarinen, Knoll and Noguchi wallpapers to add to your collection and use on your [...]

The Regency style , called thus by the regency (1811-1820) of prince George of Wales, later crowned like George IV, king of England (1820-1830), was mainly a delayed development of the neoclassic style. The forms were made heavier, larger and more ornamented. Often an increasing taste by the exotic Turkish, Indian and Egyptian topics [...]

So the other day, my good friend (and goddess), Jenna Minardi, asked me if I’d be interested in pillaging a Hamptons house’s goods since it was being torn down. The good-hearted owner was asking people to take what was in the house before demolition began.
Jenna never ceases to amaze me. Besides being an insanely beautiful [...]

I have waited for this trend to happen for a long time. And finally it’s here! Mid-Century is IN again and we have the line-up ready for you. From Walmart to Ikea to Target to Urban Outfitters, everyone is getting in on this wonderful (and now, affordable) trend.
Keep in mind that I [...]

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The law was originally proposed by former Governor Eliot Spitzer before he was otherwise distracted. It was signed into law last week by new [...]

So your kids a genius? She’s hip too? Here are some pieces to make sure her room is as cool as she is!
See more of my The Modern Kid’s Home Decor list at ThisNext. Add me to your Friends List (tycity)!

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Here is a wallpaper I made for my favorite crooner, the ultimate rocker, Pete Doherty. Hope you like it!

Official website of Babyshambles .

The Libertines -Deluxe Edition- [CD & DVD] - Liberti…
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A few weeks ago, I received my Blue Art Studio prints , which are mid-century inspired, museum quality, signed prints by the illustrious Joel Pirela. The frames finally arrived and they are now happily on my wall. I also have the new Chair Exam , which will be in my newly renovated office, [...]

As I was scouring my home-away-from-home, Kaboodle.com, I found some gems that I thought I would share with you. Some pieces are on sale, others are not - but all pieces will add Modern flair to your crib without breaking the bank! Let’s get started…
Entryway Catch-All Caddy
$48.00

Mod Table Sculpture
$32.00 each
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Design Shrine is now going to let YOU know where the big sales are every week! So if you love modern furniture, home decor and interior design, check back every week to find out where to get the BEST quality modern pieces to plush your pod for a fraction of the retail cost!
Here are this [...]

Your corporate identity is very important when starting out. Here are dozens of stunning logos to inspire you and your graphic designer when creating your business’ face to the world.

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I’m always on the lookout for helping you make your plush pad, well, plusher. Here are some great finds to help make your home fabulous without breaking the bank - the whole point of DesignShrine Blog’s mission.
Japanese-Style Curved Magazine Rack - Black $24.99

Decorative Modern Clock $12.56

Invisible bookshelf $15 - $18

Loop Candle Sculpture (Sale) $12.00

Porcelain [...]

Remember when a door was just a door? A slab of wood with hinges and handles? And a wall was just a wall? Permanent? Plaster and paint? Opaque?
When I lived in New York, I found the tiny studio I lived in needed to be divided into two: one for the living space and one for [...]

Another season is upon us and we at Design Shrine are scouring the hottest modern decor stores for the best Under $100 finds out there. This list will be continually updated for the following two weeks, but here’s a great start to help you begin Modding your crib and adding a little flair to the [...]

The Original: The Eames Storage Unit

The Eames Storage Units are true to the inventive originals introduced in 1950. Designed as both storage place and display cabinet, they are a striking example of how Charles and Ray Eames extended the boundaries of design to create a new modern aesthetic for the office and home.
Eames Storage [...]

I wanted to find a way to put together a room (this isn’t completed yet) with pieces I found (and now own some of them) that adds a mid-century touch to the decor. Here is a mood board with some of what I found.

Any ideas? Still looking for more pieces that might make [...]

In the new Knock-Off reports, we at Design Shrine will be looking at the most famous and inspiring pieces of furniture then scouring suppliers for the best and most cost-conscious alternatives to them.
The Arne Jacobsen’s Series 7 Chair, which is light and stackable, used to come with leg clips so that the chairs can be [...]

I’ve been really into big Jackie O sunglasses for a while, but they are getting sleeker and more modern of late. Here are my faves for this season so far.

There is nothing quite as dramatic and sparkly as the cocktail ring when you’re out lounge-hopping in your little black dress. Here are [...]

My name is Ty, and I’m an Ikea addict. Although I am no where near an actual Ikea store, I do, however, troll their website every week and still manage to find fun and interesting pieces that I would drive the 100 miles just to snag. What I love about Ikea is that [...]

have been looking for a birthday gift for a good friend of mine who is an avid gardener. She has the most gorgeous section in her greenery called her "cutting garden" where she plants specimens just for filling up the vases, watercans, whatever she can find with them. She is also very whimsical [...]

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Daily Colorscheme
An every-day color resource, we bring you daily-fresh color schemes that are downloadable for use [...]

I always know when it’s time to write about Spring. I have a rogue crocus that blooms below my woodland hydrangea every year. It’s not particularly pretty, just a little thing - but it plays my barometer. It tells me that Spring is nearly here and although Frost is not over, it [...]

Back in the 90s, I used to go to a restaurant on Third Avenue called Flamingo East. The dining room had a striking mesh curtain that gave the moody lighting a lot of sparkle - very urban yet glamorous even in the downtown basement lounge that it was. I think a wonderful foil [...]

No, I’m not rich. But my tastes are, well, beyond my budget. If you’re like me, you scour the internet for great deals that have the potential of making your space functional yet stylish. Here is a list of fabulous furnishings all for under $100 (some on sale):
At ModernFurniture.com:
Sally Hourglass Stool

Item EUS242
Price: [...]