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The Austin, Texas home of Subasri Pillai is a delight to the eyes. The home successfully blends Indian accessories and other finds from different parts of the world into its predominantly western, open longhorn architecture. It’s inhabitants – Subasri and her husband, and their 2 lovely daughters have all contributed […]
Have you been looking high and low for that stunning piece of art that will transform your decor (and not cost a bomb)? Well, look no further than your own photo albums. Pick up the most precious one, and send it across to Paint my Life, a studio run by […]
I recall some of my friends scouring the card shop for hours just to pick up the right card and gift for their beloved as valentine’s day approached each year. Personally, I believe that love should be celebrated every moment and not wait for that day of the year. While […]
I am just back from a long visit to Mangalore, where Bernard and I have our roots. Mangalore boasts of an interesting architectural blend of the old and the new. Old colonial houses stand proud and stately alongside high rise apartments and commercial complexes. The colonial influence is evident everywhere. […]
The easiest and the smartest way to spruce up your living room décor is to add bright, colorful and unique, one-of-a-kind cushions. If you can lay your hands on Kim’s designer art pillows, be assured that you will have something to set the conversation going. Kim Wilson is an art […]
I wish all my compatriots a very happy Republic Day! I am in Mangalore, my home town, which is filled with so many beautiful homes and structures. I am dying to shoot them and share them with you, but with my favorite camera not working, the pictures will have to […]
Oh, isn’t this supposed to be a design blog? Now, why on earth is food discussed over here? Well, I am a complete foodie and I just have to see food to pile on pounds and then work out extra hard to shed them! No wonder, I freaked out when […]
Here is a wonderful makeover idea from an American children’s clothes designer, Gretchen Schock-Skovron. Gretchen always had this great idea of using an old window frame as part of her interior decor. When she finally saw one going free, she wasted no time taking it home. This is what it […]
Some people have this amazing knack of creating something out of nothing! Recycled products are a rage among green lovers. While it’s easy to buy recycled products from stores, the high you get when you create them can simply not be matched. Craftynest blogger, Monica has the skill of turning […]
I’m back after an extended X’mas break, and I so look forward to another new year of blogging and reading. This is the perfect time to share with you some really awesome pics of Lisa’s designing efforts. She is 25 and lives in Sweden, studies art and design and likes […]
