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Do You Want a Boring Floor Lamp or an Ugly Floor Lamp?

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Buying a floor lamp should be pretty easy. You don’t have to try one on for size. You don’t have to sit on it to make sure it’s comfortable. You don’t have to worry that, once in your home, it will behave in ways substantially different from what you expected. It’s a floor lamp. As long as you have a tape measure and the ability to look at photos on your phone, you should be good to go. Target alone has more than 1,300 options available on its website, starting at $10. Pick one.And yet I have been shopping for...

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For Her Kids’ Closets, This Designer Mom Shopped an Unexpected IKEA Aisle

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Interior and furniture designer Lisa le Duc⁠ had never been to California before she; her husband; and their two kids, Sebastian (11) and Annabelle (10), decided to move to the Bay Area from the U.K. six years ago. “I hadn’t appreciated the vibe and style [of the area] because it doesn’t really translate well to England, where it’s gray and cold,” she says. The family first settled down in a Craftsman-style house in the Ross neighborhood, but le Duc ultimately realized there wasn’t enough for her to work with. “I felt confined by its design,” she shares. “Plus there was...

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37 Kitchen Color Schemes for a Modern Cooking Area

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All-white kitchens have become the hottest paint color trend in recent years. There are many kitchen color schemes for contemporary kitchens that look fresh. Each one adds more than a pinch of personality. If you don’t want to commit to an all-white style, create contrast with your favorite colors. With Benjamin Moore paint, there is no reason why your contemporary kitchen shouldn’t look like the work of a professional interior designer. If you find yourself asking what is the best color to paint my kitchen, keep reading and check out the examples for inspiration. What Is The Best Color To...

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Second Sight left users of its retinal implants in the dark

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[ comments ] Their Bionic Eyes Are Now Obsolete and Unsupported ShareFOR THE TECHNOLOGY INSIDER IEEE SpectrumFOR THE TECHNOLOGY INSIDER Support IEEE Spectrum IEEE Spectrum is the flagship publication of the IEEE — the world’s largest professional organization devoted to engineering and applied sciences. Our articles, podcasts, and infographics inform our readers about developments in technology, engineering, and science. CloseStay ahead of the latest technology trends. Become an IEEE member. Enjoy more free content and benefits by creating an account Saving articles to read later requires an IEEE Spectrum account The Institute content is only available for members Downloading full...

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A Mid-Century Renovation That Masterfully Blends Old And New

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A Mid-Century Renovation That Masterfully Blends Old And New Homes by Lucy Feagins, Editor Butterfly chair from Angelucci. Czech made rattan dining chairs from Facebook Marketplace. Cultiver tablecloth. Akari pendant. Photography – Eve Wilson. Styling – Annie Portelli Hugh, Sarah and their border collie, Scout! Photography – Eve Wilson. Styling – Annie Portelli The dining/living area with mezzanine bedroom above. Photography – Eve Wilson. Styling – Annie Portelli Kitchen with spotted gum veneer, natural brass and reeded glass. Czech made rattan dining chairs from Facebook Marketplace. Cultiver tablecloth. Photography – Eve Wilson. Styling – Annie Portelli Kitchen with spotted gum veneer, natural brass...

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