British Arts & Crafts Design: Craftsmanship & Detail
The British Arts and Crafts movement arose in the late 1800s as a response to the mechanization of design during the Industrial Revolution. Designers and …
July 7, 2025
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Argentinian Estancia Design: Rustic Roots and Ease
Rooted in Argentina’s Pampas region, estancia design evolved from the country’s historic ranch estates—homes built for both utility and hospitality. Traditionally constructed with thick adobe …
June 30, 2025
French Provençal Design: Elegance and Charm
Rooted in the southern countryside of France, French Provençal design balances timeless refinement with rustic comfort. Inspired by the architecture and interiors of traditional rural …
June 24, 2025
Brazilian Modernist Design: Expression, Structure, and Nature
Brazilian Modernist design emerged in the mid-20th century as a defining architectural movement that responded to modernism with a bold, local perspective. Innovators such as …
June 16, 2025
German Fachwerkhaus Design: Structure, Craft, and Form
German Fachwerkhaus design is rooted in centuries of regional tradition and practical construction. Commonly found in towns and villages throughout Germany, Fachwerk, a traditional timber-framing …
June 3, 2025
Mexican Hacienda Design: Rooted Warmth
Mexican Hacienda design is a celebration of place, culture, and craft, born from a rich blend of Spanish colonial architecture and Indigenous building traditions. Historically …
May 26, 2025
Egyptian Revival Design: Monumental Forms
Egyptian Revival design honors the legacy of one of the world’s oldest civilizations through a modern lens, celebrating architectural grandeur, geometry, and symbolism. First gaining …
May 20, 2025
Māori Design of Aotearoa: Identity and Connection
Māori design is more than form—it’s a living embodiment of cultural identity, passed down through generations across Aotearoa (New Zealand). Traditional structures, such as the …
May 6, 2025
Parisian Art Deco Design: Geometry & Glamour
Born out of a desire for progress and beauty in post-World War I Parisian Art Deco design combined the elegance of traditional craftsmanship with the …
Philip Carpinella | April 28, 2025
Native American Pueblo Design
Native American Pueblo design is one of the oldest continuously practiced architectural traditions in North America. Originating with Pueblo peoples—including Hopi, Zuni, Taos, Acoma, and …
April 21, 2025
Cape Cod Design: A Coastal Classic with Timeless Appeal
With its iconic shingled exteriors, breezy interiors, and understated nautical charm, Cape Cod design embodies the essence of New England’s coastal heritage. This style blends …
April 1, 2025
Traditional Chinese Design
Traditional Chinese design is an expression of cultural heritage, balance, and craftsmanship, blending rich materials, intricate patterns, and symbolic colors to create elegant, meaningful interiors. …
March 24, 2025