It seems as if Buddha is watching from lots of places these days. Gold, stone, clay and even porcelain renderings of the spiritual symbol can be seen peering from bookcases, anchoring gardens and offering peace to dining rooms.
The prevalence of Buddha is one example of the steady influence of Asian interior design. With styles [...]

Tiscareno Associates today announced the hiring of architect Jim Cade to lead the rapidly growing architecture and urban design firm.
A practicing architect for 29 years, Jim Cade has served as project manager of many well-known Seattle projects, including Benaroya Hall, Swedish Medical Center’s 1101 Office Tower, Norm Dicks Government Center, and the Seattle Ferry Terminal [...]

One of the most important elements of interior design can’t be touched, but it can certainly be felt.
Lighting can transform the feel of a home, but it’s an element that’s often an afterthought to amateur decorators. They labor over furniture, paint and woodwork, then forget the one thing that frames them all.
“Lighting is crucial,” said [...]

When beginning a home decorating project, it’s helpful to know the most common interior design pitfalls. Avoiding these will improve your design, save time and money, and help make your experience more enjoyable.
Furniture.com lead design consultant Davis Remignanti offers these approaches to avoid when tackling interior design projects:
* The Big Bang. Don’t expect to [...]

MulvannyG2 Architecture, based in Washington State, was selected as one of the top 20 most influential architectural firms in China at the 2006 China Landmark Summit held at the China National Guest House Hotel in Beijing. Ming Zhang, Senior Partner, MulvannyG2, was also recognized among the top 20 most influential designers involved in projects in [...]

As the director of Planning & Landscape Architecture on campus and the one responsible for developing and implementing the Campus Master Plan, I find it intriguing Mr. Hennick hasn’t checked more into the history of Madison and the details of the latest Master Plan. The development in the Greenbush neighborhood had nothing to do with [...]

The Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland has chosen an architect to design its new building in University Circle.
But it’s holding off on announcing the name because of a slowdown in an associated real estate development being undertaken by Case Western Reserve University, MOCA director Jill Snyder said Monday. In addition, the normal summer vacation [...]

It’s no surprise that weddings are a serious business. They are, after all, a $25.3 billion industry.
Not only does the average bride take 7 to 12 months to plan her wedding, but she will also spend some $25,000 making it one of the most memorable days of her life according to the Web site, [...]

Crystals and beadwork are out and clean lines and neutral colours are in as local designers tone down their collections at India’s premier fashion week to appeal to the “international” woman.
More than 60 designers have been unveiling trends for spring-summer 2007 at the five-day annual extravaganza which began in the Indian capital Wednesday.
On ramps long [...]

Amid the buzz of construction in downtown Reno, retail venues thrive with original artwork, hardy furniture and a treasure trove of antiques.
The River Gallery, nestled between Cavanaugh’s furniture store and the Downtown Market Place on Sierra Street, boasts a substantial collection of local art and sculpture for sale.
While local artists create the sculptures in Alejandra [...]

FEH Associates Inc., with offices in Sioux City and Des Moines, has been selected as the architect for a new $34 million apartment-style residence hall complex for Drake University in Des Moines.
FEH will be part of a Des Moines design-build team that includes Hubbell Realty Company and Weitz Construction. FEH will coordinate the design [...]

The third edition of Interior Lifestyle USA, held in conjunction with the World Market Center, took place July 25-28 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. A high-end collection of more than 100 selected exhibitors provided an exclusive opportunity for buyers looking for new products in home textiles and home accents.
Retailers, designers [...]