The term minimalism is also used to describe a trend in design and architecture where in the subject is reduced to its necessary elements. Minimalist design has been highly influenced by Japanese traditional design and architecture. In addition, the work of De Stijl artists is a major source of reference for this kind of work....
Consider Function, Style, Fabric, Color, Cushions, Comfort and Price. Finding the perfect sofa is not always easy. Here are some things to consider when you are making your choice. Need help? Our team at The Open Room would be happy to assist!...
Modern in the mountains: is modern design an appropriate style of architecture in a mountain environment? Style is, of course, a personal choice, or a preference that many people hold on an almost ingrained basis. Styles in architecture are associated with places, cultures and eras, but in one’s own home, especially in America, style is often thought of as something......
A conversation with Ketchum fresco artist Heather Hansen, during her sojourn in Europe …. observations on frescoes in Italy and the artists’ community in Paris. Heather Hansen is well-known in Idaho for her beautiful frescos. She has been showing her work at The Open Room for the last five years, and her pieces can be found in private art collections......
Whether you’ve just purchased a new house or are simply ready to redesign a room or two, planning and decorating is an exciting adventure. It’s important, though, that before you start you put a plan into place and follow these tips and tricks. Consider the function. No matter which room you’re working on, it’s important to take into consideration what......
Depending on where you live, warm weather might already be here or it might still be just around the corner. No matter what situation you’re in, it’s time to start thinking of getting your outdoor furniture out of storage. Make sure to take the time to do the following: Inspect Your Furniture The biggest factor in the condition of your......
Clients often ask us why there is such a large price range for teak furniture. Why not just buy your teak furniture from a discount store or the cheapest source online? We're also asked whether teak is “environmentally friendly”. The fact is, that there are huge variations among teak, in terms of the price, quality, sustainability and durability. If the price seems too good to be true, chances are, it is! Very inexpensive teak may have been illegally ...
Most of the furniture we surround ourselves with is linear in form; rectangular or square. Not surprising, giving that our houses and rooms are, for the most part, angular, and so must our furniture be, right? Not necessarily. There is something very appealing about things round. Consider nature, whose forms rarely have straight edges, such as trees, nests, rocks and......
In our book, the ottoman rules! Whether you call it ahassock (old English), pouffe (French), tuffet (as in Miss Muffet) or ottoman (Turkish), the highly under-rated footstool can be one of the most versatile and transformational pieces of furniture in our home. The word ottoman (as in footstool) was probably introduced into English in the early 1800’s. In Europe at......
Buying a new home or upgrading your existing residence may be a bit challenging right now, but getting a fresh, new look in your home may not be as difficult or costly as you think. Sure, you can remodel, but the changes you make don’t even need to be as extensive as that. Here are a few tips (the first......