Bringing the Outside In: Nature-Inspired Materials for Interior Design

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A connection with nature is a source of peace and inspiration for many, which explains why nature-inspired designs remain a popular choice for homeowners who want to bring the outdoors in. Modern technology has allowed design companies and manufacturers to produce innovative materials that evoke the organic forms of natural materials, often with added … [Read more...]

Color Trends to Watch in 2013

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Most people want their homes and businesses to look nice, but are often confused on how exactly to achieve an attractive end result. No matter how well-intentioned, amateur remodels, impulsive furniture purchases, and confused color decisions can end up creating a hodge-podge space that lacks cohesion. Fortunately, a professional designer can help you pull … [Read more...]

Design In The Details

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What makes a space memorable? As in many other areas of life, it's the little things that make a big difference. Lighting, material choices, architectural details that you may not notice at first glance- all of these add up to create an environment that is engaging and interesting. At our Cambridge architecture and design firm, we imbue every project with … [Read more...]

Stylish Radiator Design

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We love finding great examples of design where form and function combine perfectly, like our recent post about range hoods with attitude. So when we saw this feature in French design magazine Art & Decoration, we had to share. No longer an eyesore, radiators have now transcended their humble origins and received the high-fashion treatment! Take a look at … [Read more...]

Style + Function = Range Hoods with Attitude

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Ah, the humble range hood- so useful, yet so unnatractive. This much-maligned kitchen appliance has the potential to be a major eye-sore, but thankfully, some designers are giving it a makeover. Forget those big, metal clunkers hulking over the stove; Designer Pages has a great roundup of range hoods that balance function and style. The Elica cooker hood … [Read more...]

Forget Minimalism; Blakes Brings on the Opulence

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If you've been following Leslie Saul & Associates on our blog, you probably know by now that we get a little, well, bored of minimalism. We love exciting, imaginative design, no matter what style or genre it happens to fall under. So when we came across a London hotel that pours on the opulence while maintaining a thoroughly contemporary spirit, you can … [Read more...]

Get Organized with a Stylish File Cabinet

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If you've been following our blog for a while, you probably know that we like to put the "fun" in function here at our Cambridge, Massachusetts architecture firm. In all of our projects, from senior living facilities and corporate offices to academic spaces and religious institutions, our goal is to create buildings that are not only easy and intuitive to … [Read more...]