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Designer Crush Q&A: Trip Haenisch

By Rachel Greenberg / 03/21/13 at 12:51 pm / Comments

When looking through LA-based designer Trip Haenisch's portfolio, it's astounding how many different styles he has channeled while working with a diverse client base. Although he has serious range as a designer, there are a few constants: an incredible eye for detail, tons of visual interest without looking busy, and a knack for including just the right amount of unexpected playfulness in an otherwise traditional space.

Trip has worked with everyone from celebs like David Arquette, Courtney Cox, and Hank Azaria, and had his working published in the likes of Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, and Harper's Bazaar. His style of sophistication with a little California-cool is a totally inspiration, making him an ideal Designer Crush Q&A interviewee!

The Vision Behind Freda Salvador's First Store

By Caitlin Flemming / 03/20/13 at 10:24 am / Comments

After three widely successful seasons of designing shoes, Freda Salvador finally has a San Francisco storefront to call his own. Read More...

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5 Tips to Include Technology in Your Design

By Sponsored Post / 03/20/13 at 9:30 am / Comments

Good design is a combination of form and function, balancing aesthetics with utility. This can be extended to include home automation technology. Read More...

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De Young Museum Showcases Floral Design with Bouquets to Art 2013

By Dara Kerr / 03/19/13 at 1:24 pm / Comments

If you take a stroll through San Francisco’s de Young Museum this week, not only will you be hit with sweet smells of roses, jasmine, and lilies, but also you’ll probably notice replicas of much of the art on display. Read More...

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Design Daily: Glitch Textiles by Phillip Stearns

By Sarah White / 03/19/13 at 10:45 am / Comments

Textile designer Phillip Stearns was on track for a career in engineering when he veered into the uncharted waters of electronics, sound imaging and design. Read More...

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A New Spanish Collection Debuts at Porcelanosa

By Sponsored Post / 03/19/13 at 7:45 am / Comments

Porcelanosa has been the choice kitchen, bath, and tile resource for homeowners, builders, architects and designers for over18 years. Read More...

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Design DIY: Leather Tassel Keychain

By Rachel Greenberg / 03/18/13 at 2:00 pm / Comments

Learn how to make an adorable, luxe-looking accessory that makes digging for your house keys a little more stylish.

L.A. Agenda: Design and Arts Events in Southern California

By Emily Gadek / 03/18/13 at 11:27 am / Comments

Last week marked the start of Daylight Saving Time. Next week is the start of Pacific Standard Time: Modern Architecture in L.A. The event, now in it’s second year, is organized by the Getty Research institute and hosted at venues across the Southland. Read More...

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