OneSweetOrange

This Giclee print of an original illustration done in combination with pencil, ink, watercolor and then digitally tweaked was created by New York graphic designer Iveta Abolina under the name OneSweetOrange. I suggest checking out her artwork for sale on Etsy.

The Backyard House

Seattle based architects SHED designed this beautifully crafted house. With floor-to-ceiling windows emphasizing the dramatic surroundings you realize why it's called the backyard house.

Electronic Chaos

These vinyl wall stickers designed by Julia Wolf are very creative. Instead of trying to hide plugs and cables why not emphasize them in a creative and interesting way? Stickers available at Diz Decor.

Green Pockets

Maruja Fuentes has come up with these unique ceramic tiles called Green Pockets. These pockets fuse nature with the interior space, improving both air quality and health. They attach to the wall to create the illusion as if they were actually growing from them. The tiles are made from recycled materials.

Togo from Ligne Roset

Michel Ducaroy’s Togo. The Togo collection has been around for over thirty years. It features ergonomic designs with multiple density foam constructions and quilted covers, making each piece both visually attractive and physically inviting. Check out Ligne Roset. The furniture is great, but the photography is even better!

Floating in the Clouds

Having a magnetic force generated by the base allows this sofa to float. Looks like ultimate comfort. I want to take a nap in the clouds.... Design by Kootouch.

Yellena James @ Velouria

UPDATE: I went to Velouria and took a look at the art work by Yellena James. They were great pieces, but really small and most of them were going for around $130.

Portland based artist Yellena James's artwork is being featured at Velouria in Ballard through April.

The Historic Engine Room

I just came across this amazingly beautiful venue located in Georgetown. The Engine Room, now owned by Georgetown Studios, is located inside the famous Rainier Brewery building, which is now home to many small businesses including the well known, Georgetown Brewery, as well as many artists. You can't beat the 25’ ceilings or the Romanesque arches. What a fabulous place to throw an event or wedding reception.

Helix Hotel Wins 1st Prize

American Firm Leeser Architecture won first prize in a competition for a five-star luxury hotel called the Helix that will be located in the zayed bay in abu dhabi, UAE. The 208 guest rooms and suites are arranged around a helical floor and there is an indoor waterfall that reduces the heat inside of the structure.
More info and pics here.

A chic rocking chair for kids?

This versatile armchair, called "OBO" is not only a chic chair you can sit and relax in, it is also a rocking chair/kids play toy. The chair comes in many colors and is made out of satin metal and metallized polyurethane.