the pure modern lifestyle

"Douglas House" by Richard Meier & Partners Architects LLP

The Pure Modern Lifestyle begins with the long drive home and ends with the serenity of a hillside oasis. Open space + pure white define the laid-back lifestyle of "Less is the New More." There is something to be said for the absence of rich color or bold prints and in today's overly connected Blackberry world, who isn't on the search for the simple pure beauty of ~ white. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy a few moments of pure bliss + pure modern home interiors.

The Darker Side of Pure...

Pure modern functionality from Erba Italia offers simple forms to compliment any open space or modern dwelling. One of the modern masters, Giovanni Erba, who has been on the cutting edge of modern design in Italy since 1954, makes it hard not to envy the pure lifestyle. The Pure Vanity Collection is available in numerous configurations and my choice of covers ~ pure white leather. For more modern wares, check out www.erbaitalia.it.

[carbon chair by design house ~ m o o o i]

The lighter side of pure...

There's something about pure white goods ~ case goods. Whether it be white lacquer or a soft matte finish, be eclectic and intersperse white wares with other shades of dark to create beautiful contrast and dichotomy to any modern pad. [lifestyle photo above: a pure vintage-modern foyer to die for via one of my favorite design blogs on the planet: coco + kelly]

[fabulous kate blee pure white wall installation].


[ultra pure ~ "human design" chair by varier furniture ].

[alba sideboard by pinch design, "draws its inspiration from mid-century relief plasterwork to create a sculptural, calm and intriguing piece."

Shown above, the Wave Sideboard by Pinch Design, is crafted in an innovation wave pattern and comes with fabulous stainless steel legs. This collaborative team of husband and wife, Russell Pinch and Oona Bannon, bring a unique perspective and crisp, clean designs to the world of modern + urban decor.

For more pure modern and urban cool wares, you need to pay Pinch a visit at www.pinchdesign.com.

Original Post by Susan Rapp on April 10, 2009 at Urban Lifestyle Decor.

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Euro Modern ~ It's about how you live.

"A passion for bold designs has always been a way of life at
~ ligne roset."

The Euro Modern Lifestyle is not about where you live, it's about how you live. Modern seating doesn't have to be straight-lined-boring-sleek. Don't be afraid to go bold with color, option for square-quilted leather, choose urban industrial chrome bases, or select large scale, dual-functionality pieces. {note: make sure to click on image for large jpeg: they are euro modern fabulous}.

From the French based, multi-national design house ~ ligne roset, comes a design-forward group of innovative collaborators, who offer small-to-large scale modern seating with a well defined design aesthetic.

"Good furniture gives great pleasure, and we take great pleasure in making good furniture." ~ Michel Roset

What sets them apart from other modern upholstery manufacturers and why this Euro Modern Design Co. is one of my favorites ~ Inventiveness. One key to their cutting edge designs: if a new product demands new materials or production methods, the company will do what it takes to acquire the right innovations and bring to market the best in ultra modern cool frames.

The low-profile, Modular Modern Malhoun Collection comes with signature retro-square leather tufting and when you cover this box frame in Black or White Leather, you are left with a Euro Mod showpiece. With numerous schematics to choose from, this collection is the perfect addition to any size urban dwelling or big city brownstone. Designed by Didier Gomez.

"Malhoun is a variation of the classic Chesterfield theme. With a revolutionary new foam and reworked proportions, English formal aware-ness is transformed into Oriental sensuality." -Didier Gomez

"The Sketch Collection makes you yearn for voluptuous comfort – it radiates the same mood that Capri brought to mind during the 1960s." - Didier Gomez

Lignet Roset also houses collections of accessories, lighting, rugs + textiles. Everything you need to live the European Modern lifestyle. Find a new appreciation for Euro Modern decor at www.ligne-roset-usa.com.

The Goods: *1. The Stricto Sensu Sectional offers bold-modern with minimal proportions, and is available in varing banquette size options and polished aluminum feet. Designed by Didier Gomez. *2. The Feng Collection of comfortable seating with plump cushions, stylish Euro stitching & polished chrome base. Designed by Didier Gomez. *3. Pas Si Classique, meaning "not so classic" is a low profile + deep sofa with adjustable back cushions. Designed by Pascal Mourgue. *4. Smala comes with tufted cushions and urban industrial polished aluminum feet. Designed by Pascal Mourgue.

(Original Post by Susan Rapp Mar 6, 2009)

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modern minimal - [ the need for space ]

-- sometimes beauty lives within the walls of pure white rooms.

Modern Minimal brings the calm of clean lines and leaves open space for peace. When it comes to the modern decor lifestyle, there definitely is a place for well defined edges + precise forms. Using hand-skills based manufacturing, the Matthew Hilton Collection is far from mass produced and is only crafted in relatively small quantities using innovative techniques and materials. With his design process so precise and his inspirations so diverse -- from architecture to art to utilitarian wares -- this line is a must see for any modern decor enthusiast.

[the goods: 1 & 2.> tapas dining chair, solid wood or beech plywood w/veneer. 3.> colombo dining chair, solid wood: american black walnut or white oak. 4.> I-beam side table 5.> light extending table, engineered solid wood: american black walnut or white oak. note: click on image to see beauty in the need for space]

...The design process is part of the evolution of any object through history ~ MH

Matthew Hilton knows Modern Minimal. After graduating with a degree in Furniture Design from Kingston Polytechnic in 1979 he started to design + build a range of objects using low-tech casting techniques. Check out his design process + some of the inspiration behind his cutting edge forms at www.matthewhilton.com

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The European Modern ~ Way of Life

With sleek lines & defined design aesthetics, comes bold designs and a European Modern way of life for this top design house ~ ligne roset. One of the top designers, Didier Gomez combines multi-functionality, while maintaining European minimalism, to bring you innovative storage solutions. {click on this photo: the large jpeg is gorgeous}.

For this multi-use Euro Modern console, for living or dining room, it's all about the small details. The open niche provides a great place to display modern accessories and with additional interior shelves, the cabinet offers plenty of storage for all your favorite wares.

Designed by Peter Maly, the European Modern Lumeo Bed, actually has design roots from one of my favorite modern US cities:

"When I designed Lumeo, I’d just come back from a trip to New York and had been strongly impressed by the modernity of that city. This spirit has undoubtedly permeated my design."

With bold scale, this over-sized headboard comes with the collection's signature square pattern design. With other finishes available like white lacquer, natural, dark brown, or ebony oak, you can create an array of Euro Modern looks for any urban loft or big city brownstone.


From one of his best teams, Pagnon & Pelhaitre, comes the clean lines of the Cineline Bed. With crisp modern tufting and options of leather or fabric, or even embossed in ebony oak, this bed blends in with any modern decor. Find the beauty of European Modern at www.ligne-roset-usa.com.

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the {pure modern} lifestyle

Pure modern ~ is what you will get from this premier Italian furniture maker. The Larotonda Dining Table {photo 2}, designed by MarioBellini is the perfect reflection of pure beauty and is also available in natural shades of ashwood & walnut. Designed by Hannes Wettstein, The Hola Chair has an internal steel structure and is padded with eco-friendly, CFC-free polyurethane foam. For a great resource of Modern Home Decor, visit www.cassinausa.com. {top lifestyle photo: anna kern photography}

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