December 17th, 2009

Ella + Elliot

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I was always thinking about what a child’s room would look like in the modern aesthetic if I ever decide to have one. These photos answered my question. The designs are absolutely adorable!

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“ella+elliot™ opened its doors in November 2006 in Toronto as a new store concept for parents-to-be looking for modern, yet functional and sustainable nursery furniture that would integrate with their lifestyle. Designed by leading design firm 3rd Uncle, and located in the Queen Street West area of Toronto, ella+elliot™ is a leader in bringing new designs to the city. The store has been rated best baby store in the city on several occasions, and appears regularly in television, print and online media.”

Source: Ella and Elliot, Flickr

December 16th, 2009

Forefathers of Mid-Century Modern Design

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I love this picture. It has the great designers of the mid-century modern era all in one room. The world can literally explode! This was shot for playboy magazine in 1961.

From left to right: George Nelson, Edward Wormley, Eero Saarinen, Harry Bertoia, Charles Eames and Jens Risom.

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December 15th, 2009

Jens Risom Prefab House

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Stumbled upon these beautiful pictures of a prefab house by Jens Risom.

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