Lights Out: 10 Simple Nightstands
We’re not sure if there’s any statistical information to back this up, but we’re fairly certain the nightstand is almost always the very last piece of furniture to be considered — much less procured — in any given renovation, redecoration or relocation in which old furnishings are switched out for new ones. Even though it’s the first inanimate thing we touch every morning to shut off the alarm and the last one we deal with each night to take off our glasses, sip one last glass of water or put down a book, it’s typically at the bottom of our priority list when we’re re-doing a bedroom or moving into a new one. So in honor of what we’re dubbing “the eleventh-hour piece,” here’s a roundup of ten simple nightstands with something for everyone, from the naturalist to the modernist. Sweet dreams!

Isabella Nightstand by RPKids

Antiqued Nightstands via Natty By Design

Bonita Nightstand by Allan Copley

Chartreuse Nightstand from True Modern

Kids Colorblock Nightstand by True Modern

LED-Illuminated Nightstand by Rotoluxe

The Milena Nightstand by Global Furniture

The Studly Nightstand from Worlds Away

Winsome Curved Nightstand via Mercantila

Woven Rattan Coco-Shell Nightstand by Indo Puri
“Studly” nightstand found at Worlds Away.
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A Little Bit Country: 10 Rustic Beds
From time to time, when life gets just a bit too hectic, we long for simpler times. Whether we grew up on a farm, in the suburbs or in apartment high in the sky in the big, big city, there’s something calming about a pastoral, natural setting that recalls easier days. Rarely do we have time to lie in the grass, stare up at the sky and watch the clouds pass, much less stop and smell the roses in our daily lives, but there’s no reason we can’t at least strive for the appearance of the simple life through gorgeous rural furnishings like the rustic beds in today’s roundup. Apple pie, pigtails and lemonade stand not included.

DIY Reclaimed Doors Headboard via Style-Files

Timber Night Bed from Ign Design

The Heritage VI Bed from Hitch Exclusives

Slab Bed with Detached Headboard from Ign Design

Rustic Box Bed via Elle Decor

Pine Plank Bed from Bison Furniture

Log Bed from Mountain Woods Furniture

Juniper Bed from Woodland Creek

Juniper Bed from AWL Western Wood

Canopy Bed by Lombok
Pine plank bed found at Rustic Maison/Bison Furniture.
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10 Pieces of Gorgeous Reclaimed Wood Furniture
Those who seek out reclaimed materials, recycled objects and/or repurposed pieces of furniture to stock their homes with the stuff of life are quick to explain why when asked, and their answers are usually simple logic: Why make something new unneccesarily when what you need has already been created and could just use a little TLC? Reclaimed wood in particular allows “new” furniture buyers to enjoy the beauty and majesty of incredibly old and gorgeous wood without having to sacrifice a living tree and all the benefits it bestows on the ecosystem. Aside from that, most pieces of furniture made from repurposed or recycled source materials are fantastic conversation pieces with histories all their own. In today’s image gallery, we present ten pieces ranging from traditional and almost Edison-esque to sleek and modern. And who knows what each item’s next incarnation might be?

Repurposed Door Desk by Manoteca

Gothic Reclaimed Wood Trestle Dining Table from Mortise & Tenon

Naoki Bed from Andre Joyau

Reclaimed Dinner Table & Seating by Hudson Furniture

Reclaimed Oak Stave Furniture by Cliff Spencer

Reclaimed Wood Chair by Gursan Ergil

Reclaimed Wood Sideboard from Woodland Creek Furniture

Reclaimed Wood Tables from Broyhill

T Table & Stools from Jay Sanders

Wine Barrel Bar Stool from Hayneedle
Reclaimed wine oak pieces found at Cliff Spencer.
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Rise & Shine: 10 Sleek Cappuccino Makers
Given the fact that society’s current obsession with designer espresso beverages kind of flies in the face of what’s happening to many of us economically, it’s a wonder that more people don’t have espresso and cappuccino makers of their own; although the initial investment may be a bit steep depending on the grade and brand chosen, it quickly pays off when $5 daily beverages are eliminated as a result. Some good fair-trade beans, a few rounds of trial-and-error and a smidge of luck can turn almost any of us into a barista of the highest caliber. Tall, grande or venti — double shot, extra foam — doesn’t matter, really, when it’s on the house.

La Nuova Era Cappuccino Maker

DeLonghi EC270 15-Bar Pump Driven Espresso & Cappuccino Maker

Mukka Express Cappuccino Maker

Capresso 15 Cafe Pump Espresso & Cappuccino Machine

DeLonghi Two-Cup Espresso & Cappuccino Maker

Dr. Tech Commercial-Grade Cappuccino & Espresso Maker

Simple Mr. Coffee Espresso & Cappuccino Maker

Stainless Steel Programmable Cuisinart EM-200

The Espressione 1332-A Cafe Charme

Bialetti Caffe Concerto Italian Espresso and Cappuccino Maker
Elements in today’s series found at Buy.com
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Two Is Better Than One: 10 Cool Kids’ Bunk Beds
Few things are sweeter than memories of nights spent away from home at summer camp, or at friends’ houses where we got to sleep in the extra bunk. There was a sense of adventure inherent to falling asleep so high off the floor, drifting off in the midst of a conversation with a friend we could hear but not see. The top bunk was always the preferable of the two, even though it required a bit of dexterity to navigate one’s way in and out of it in the dark for a middle-of-the-night glass of water or trip to the bathroom. And bunk beds still stand strong today, carrying on with the sleepover tradition in various styles — some classic, some whimsical, with one or two over-the-top accessories (see: sliding board) we would’ve flipped over back when we were small enough to fit. With kids’ beds like these, “lights out” is actually something to look forward to.

The Bunky by Marc Newson for Magis

Art Deco Bunk Bed from Foshan Saint Furniture Co

Benedetta Bunk Bed via Spacify

Cape Cod White Bunk Bed by Powell

Custom Bunk Beds via Get Decorating

Honey Twin Over Full Bunk Bed from Brown Squirrel Furniture

Pink Boardwalk Bunk Bed via Top Furnish

Play Bunk Bed with Slide from Woodland

Twin over Twin Dark Cherry Bunk Bed via Kids Only Furniture

Uffizi Bunk Bed by Argington
Honey Twin Over Full bed found at Brown Squirrel Furniture.
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10 Fresh, Summer-Inspired Decorative Accessories
The season is swiftly approaching… time for barbecues, poolside cocktails, fluffy beach towels and sunscreen in abundance. While it’s lovely to be on vacation, we don’t all get the chance to wing it to the coast nearly as much as we’d like… or, in some cases, ever. So to bring a little bit of summer inside is never a bad idea when it comes to decompression and redecorating, both of which can go hand in hand to very therapeutic effect. She may sell seashells by the seashore, but thanks to the power of the internet, there’s no reason you can’t buy them from her even when you’re landlocked.

Vondom Flowerpot-and-Table Series

Handmade Tiles from Claesson Koivisto Rune

Hanging Glass Tealight Jars from World Market

Interlocking Circles Comforter from Room 365

Knotted Melati Hanging Chair from Anthropologie

Starfish Wreath from Beach Grass Cottage on Etsy

Summery Geometric Design Series from Burgundy Applegate

Turquoise Glass Vases by Horchow

Twig Mirror from Thurston Driftwood Garden

Wood-Tiled 3-Drawer Dresser from West Elm
Handmade tiles found at Claesson Koivisto Rune.
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10 Divine Day Bed Designs
Every once in a while, a nap is in order. On occasion, we welcome house guests over for a few days. From time to time, it’s lovely to be able to lounge around in a sunroom or on a back patio, enjoying an afternoon cocktail or otherwise taking a moment to relax. Whatever its ultimate purpose might be, a daybed can be the perfect addition to a space just in case it’s ever needed. Today’s roundup ranges from a sumptuous, tangerine Italian setee to a sublime exercise in minimalism and everything in between. When the need for a little respite arises, each element this collection stands ready to deliver.

The Passantino Daybed

Art Deco Period Leather Settee via Jean-Marc Fray

Atwood Daybed with Trundle

Barcelona Day Bed via Indochine Decor

Circular Daybed from Ballard Designs

Gong Daybed from Minolochi

Marais Daybed by Molteni

Maui Modern Daybed via Haus USA

One-Arm Case Study Day Bed

Stark White Gandia Blasco Day Bed
Gong Day Bed found at Minolochi.
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Love, Set, Match: 10 Fantastic Love Seats
Make no mistake about it: right now, less is more. With the resurgence of love for the mid-century modern movement and all its airborne simplicity, not to mention the financial realities of the times in which we live, small is now big. With that said, today’s roundup of love seats brings an artful touch to the classic sofa, making each curve mean just a little bit more since there’s less space to work with to begin with. Love seats, in and of themselves, are sort of like the little black dress of decorating: all built on the same foundation, they can go in a zillion directions… but sometimes the most beautiful ones are also the most basic. Unlike the little black dress, though, these sofas built for two come in an array of bombastic colors — all the more perfect for adding a measured pop of color to a small space that could use a little character.

The Calypso Lounge Chair by Jon Goulder

Midcentury Modern Loveseat by William Haines

The Alcove Love Seat by Bouroullec

The Aria Love Seat by Haiku Design

The Arissa Loveseat by KI

The Exposition Loveseat by Alphaville

The J Loveseat by Colber

The Jane Loveseat by Gus

The Villa Loveseat by Baker

Union Jack Loveseat by Zuo Modern
Union Jack love seat found at Zuo Modern.
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10 Unexpectedly Grown-Up Twin Beds
Twin beds automatically call to mind images of childhood bedrooms, bunks and sleepovers. But in a world in which budgets and homes are both shrinking rapidly, for those of us on the small side ourselves, the option seems more viable than it may have a few years ago. When even Nate Berkus (the interior designer du jour thanks to his rise to fame via his work with Oprah Winfrey) lives in a 550-square-foot apartment in New York City and makes it look as chic as the most cutting-edge mansion on the market, it stands to reason that the rest of us can make do in a small space as well. If a small bed is in order, today’s roundup might be just the place to start browsing.

Dodu Twin Bed from Blu Dot

Extra Long Twin Bed from Antalya

Four-Poster Twin Bed from Houzz

Monte Designs Dorma Twin Bed

Natural Twin Bed from Rustic Wood

Nook Twin Bed from Blu Dot

Oeuf Sparrow Twin Bed

Pod Twin Bed by 2Modern

Templeton Twin Bed from Jonathan Adler

Twin Bed from Argington Ayres
Nook bed found at Blu Dot.
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Fire It Up: 10 Sizzling Hot Fire Pits
Tom Hanks’ character in Cast Away was pretty impressed with himself when he made fire on that deserted island, as well he should have been; rubbing two sticks together to produce a flame is harder than it seems. Luckily for those of us here in the real world, there are easier ways to ignite a spark, and today’s roundup of fire pits presents an eye-catching way to display the fruits of our labor, however effortless it might be. Just in time for barbecue season, these 10 pits show the range of materials on the market today — copper, steel, stone and more — and the variety of shapes and finishes to choose from when adding a bit of drama to the back patio. Fire it up!

Gas Fire Pit from Lowe's

Starry Night Fire Pit from National Fire Pit

Stone-Based Fire Pit via Everything Simple

Custom Square Fire Pit from Flame Creation

Fall Leaf Scroll Fire Pit from National Fire Pit

Granite Fire Pit from Stone Forest

Hammered Copper Fire Pit from Premiere Fire Pits

Heatwave Fire Pit from Landmann

Portable Fire Pit from John T Unger

Slate Mantel Fire Pit from National Fire Pits
First item in series found at Lowe’s.
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10 Perfect Wood Coffee Tables
We can all get a little fancy and high-concept with our ideas about modern furniture. But for all the wild and inventive materials and ways in which we create contemporary furnishings, wood is always a sturdy, classic — and often beautiful — option. With a surging interest in the environmentally conscious sourcing of materials like bamboo, for example, a return to unfettered natural beauty is taking place in homes the world over. Today’s roundup of wood coffee tables goes back to basics and keeps things simple and smart — the evergreen cornerstone of great design.

Alice Coffee Table from Avant Gallery

Contemporary W Table from The Foundary

Driftwood Coffee Table by St Kilda

Frame Coffee Table from Crate & Barrel

Reclaimed Wood Coffee Table from Rotsen

Rustic Storage Coffee Table from West Elm

Sliced Wood Coffee Table from Avant Gallery

Trio Contemporary Coffee Table by Statements International

Vintage Industrial Factory Cart Coffee Table from Brand Mojo Interiors

Wood Cube Table from VIG Furniture
Reclaimed wood table found at Rotsen.
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10 Storage Cabinets Worth Looking Into
The stuff of life can be a little cumbersome — especially the parts we don’t keep in plain view. That’s where today’s roundup of eye-catching storage cabinets comes in; where these pieces are concerned, being hidden away is more of a delicate placement than a demotion. We all have papers we need to save, trinkets we just can’t throw away, and — truth? — well-intentioned yet hideous gifts we keep hidden away except for those rare occasions when the people who gave them to us come over to visit and we put them on display. There’s no need to stuff non-essentials into boxes and leave them in the garage when they can stay accessible, organized and can even, in some small way, contribute to the beauty of a room thanks to the thoughtful pieces in which they reside.

Large-Scale Storage System from Momento Italia

Accordion Cabinet by Elisa Strozyk and Sebastian Neeb

Colorful Storage Cabinet from A2 Sweden

EO Illuminated Cabinet by Iterluebke

Luggage-Inspired Storage Cabinets by Casamania

Lunar Cabinet by Sotirios Papadopoulos

Modular Storage System from Quad 35

The Rocky Cabinet from Joel Escalona

Yellow Storage Cabinet from A2 Sweden

Cube Cabinets from Umlaute Designbureau
Several elements found at A2 Sweden.
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On Today’s Menu: 10 Chic Square Dining Tables
Huey Lewis said it best: it’s hip to be square. In particular, today’s roundup of square dining tables brings together just under a dozen perfectly symmetrical spots to tuck into for… well, a square meal. A square table doesn’t necessarily limit seating arrangements to parties of four, however; several of the elements in today’s series offer comfortable seating for up to eight, with seats pulled together in couples. Offering a slightly more democratic opportunity for conversation, there’s no longer a “head of the table” in settings like this — everything is unilateral. Now that’s modern, and actually not very square at all.

Birdman Square Dining Table from Frans van der Heyden

Square Dining Set from Bassett Furniture

Force Square Dining Table from Allan Copley

Gotham Dining Table from Cattelan Italia

Simple Square Dining Table from Element

Goblin Square Dining Table from Cattelan Italia

Nikka Dining Room Table from Alcazar

Square Outdoor Dining Table from Cabos

Riverside Furniture Square Table with Storage

Mateo Wenge Square Dining Table
Espresso-colored dining set found at Bassett Furniture.
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10 Gorgeous Window Treatments
There are only so many ways to skin a cat, so to speak — where did that expression come from, anyway? — and only so many ways to dress a window. That being said, today’s roundup of gorgeous window treatments offers a few variations on the theme, updating classic roman shades and blinds and finding a magic balance of frilly and chic in several sets of sleek, ethereal curtains. When a quick update is needed and a ground-up renovation just isn’t in the cards, something as simple as new drapes or shades can change the tone of a room as dramatically as it changes the light.

Modern Roman Shades from Hunter Douglas

DIY Flutter Curtains from Kojo Designs

Othello Modern Grommet Window Panel

DKNY Amethyst Rosette Window Panels

Pirouette Window Shades from Design Sense Florida

Motorized Rolling Screens from Bay Screens & Shades

Duette Top-Down Bottom-Up LiteRise Shades

Wandering Pleats Curtain from Anthropologie

Hunter Douglas Accordion Shades

Urban Shade from Avenue Window Fashions
Flutter curtain DIY tutorial found at Kojo Designs.
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Cream & Sugar: 10 Contemporary Coffee Table Designs
A great coffee table can be the focal point of a living room, or it can simply do its subtle, thankless part to pull together the elements of any given space without a lot of fuss and bother. Today’s roundup of contemporary coffee table designs has a few visual standouts, like the Strand coffee table by Arktura and the Rubiks-cube-inspired FLOAT table by RockPaperRobot, which is quite literally held together yet apart by magnetic fields. But really, this collection in particular is mostly about a quietly chic, retro-modern aesthetic that holds its own without declaring itself too loudly, and as a result, stands the fickle test of time. Now, there’s a good reason to put your feet up and relax.

Levitating FLOAT Table by RockPaperRobot

Contemporary W Table from ThisNext

Curved Clear Coffee Table from Global Furniture

Liverpool Coffee Table from Nexera

Modern Coffee Table by Statements International

Trio Coffee Table by Rick Lee

Vintage Coffee Table by Laverne

Wire Coffee Table by Warren Platner

Duncan Storage Coffee Table from World Market

Strand Coffee Table by Arktura
Levitating FLOAT table found at RockPaperRobot!
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