The Ideal

                                                              This Shanghai hotel is an enclave  for design-conscious travelers  who want to be in midst of the action. PuLi Hotel link      style="display:block"      data-ad-format="fluid"      data-ad-layout="text-only"      data-ad-layout-key="-gw-1+1v-3d-12"      data-ad-client="ca-pub-4537218573050932"      data-ad-slot="7152476532">

I recently came across this photo of a kitchen Thomas O'brien collaborated on  and I fell in love with the simplicity/ utilitarianism  of his design. How Fantastic would this be if you have a kitchen that you are less than thrilled with.  Take off your cabinet doors, add a similar light fixture (IKEA) and keep the color pallet monochromatic.  Its a simple, inexpensive fix. An Isamu Noguchi paper lantern hangs above the table.  The 1930s library table and chairs are by Alvar Aalto.  Photo Courtesy of Elle Decor . 

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Toro Y Moi Say That  this song makes me want to dance.... and that NEVER happens. perfect song for the summer...  go download it!  it's available on iTunes (yes I still pay for my music and you should too!)

I've been admiring this mural for a few week now.  How beautiful would this be in a power room?  At only $298 its a lot of bang for your buck... and its a paste-free installation! ...