Rock Crystal
Cleveland jewelry designer makes stars shine
A rap star and her shiny pink microphone.
Cleveland pride being what it is, fans of a local jewelry designer might like to think Nicki Minaj's success has something to do with her custom-designed pink microphone.
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HomeWork: Positive Reflections
Mirror, Mirror Not Only on the Wall
Interior designer Tim Kempf has a definite shine for mirrors.
Could there be a better piece of furniture to reflect candlelight for romantic moments? I think not...
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Arts in the Great Outdoors
Gearing up for the Cain Park Arts Festival
Great shopping and entertainment at Cain Park's legendary arts festival.
The Cain Park Arts Festival will feature paintings, drawings, prints, sculpture, pottery, glass, jewelry, textiles and more from juried artists.
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HomeWork: Bright is Beautiful
Chandeliers come out of the dark
Once reserved for the private dining rooms of the über-wealthy or lobbies of elegant hotels, today’s chandeliers are more chic, sophisticated and desirable than ever.
While classic chandelier forms still exist, this iconic light fixture has recently experienced a rebirth. New materials and new shapes have made chandeliers cool again...
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Past Perfect
Cynthia Deering repurposes.
Cynthia Deering mines the past for perfect presents.
My line is "Is this fabulous or am I totally insane?"
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Light Work
Kevin Pritchett's creations illuminate
Kevin Pritchett sees the light in everyday objects.
"I'm trying to stay a step ahead of everything else and use techniques that most people do not incorporate in their designs."
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HomeWork: Hip to be Square
Once lowly ottomans take center stage
Interior design expert Tim Kempf squares off in support of cool comfort.
Long considered the Sonny to a chair’s Cher, ottomans are experiencing new uses in today’s homes, becoming the breakout stars in many interiors...
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Slated for Style
Exclusive upcoming events at Saks Fifth Avenue
Northeast Ohio's only Prada boutique hosts a fashionable open house, and Saks celebrates a week of summer beauty.
"Have a glass of champagne and just purely experience Prada."
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Have Style, Will Travel
Q&A with designer Michael Hudecek
The designer behind Forest City Portage finds inspiration on the hard streets of Cleveland.
"What many see as a sign of economic hardship is also very much an incubator for creative types and allows for a supportive environment for risk taking."
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Factory Fresh
Screw Factory Artists Spring Open Studio
The Screw Factory opens its studios and lets loose Cleveland's creative class.
Across multiple floors, through a maze of corridors and expansive spaces, dozens of artists' studios have rechristened the deceptively utilitarian architectural relic into a fertile epicenter of regional creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.
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HomeWork: Styling the Great Outdoors
All-season furnishings stay cool
Design expert Tim Kempf shares ideas to transform your outdoor living space.
Admit it: You have owned them. We all have owned them – white, plastic outdoor stacking chairs, the ones usually available at garden centers, home stores and even neighborhood pharmacies for less than $10 each.
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Cooperative Success
A local indie publisher goes crowdsourcing
Shannon Okey's Cooperative Press goes online in search of a business boost.
"Cleveland is an amazing city, full of creative people, full of ideas," she says. "Just because the funding isn't always perfect doesn't make that any less, it just means you need to be more creative yourself."
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HomeWork: Mid Century Marvels
Timeless comfort, effortless style
Interior design expert Tim Kempf keeps a modern aesthetic while looking to the past.
Characterized by clean, architectural lines and an honesty of materials, these chairs, tables and accessories are ageless. They speak to a childlike innocence and awe of things totally new and unexpected, simple and graceful.
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Fashion Conscience
Cinci-based designer offers clothing for a cause
Project Iris makes a fashion contribution.
The company's first contribution to World Food Program USA provided meals to more than 12,500 mothers and children in need. "We're spreading a message of giving and hope."
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HomeWork: Bathed in Glory
Luxury living without taking a wash
Design expert Tim Kempf shares tips to making a luxurious bath on a budget.
Steam showers for four, Japanese soaking tubs, heated towel racks, high-end mosaic tile covering every surface – these are the things of which dream bathrooms are made. However, you can create a luxurious feeling in a bathroom without hiring a general contractor or taking on a second mortgage.
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Couched in History
Object of comfort, object d'art
Artist Laura Steenberge explores an object of comfort, object d'art.
Variously referred to as a sofa, loveseat, divan, settee or davenport, the couch has evolved from mere furniture to entertainment center, gathering place and art object.
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HomeWork: The Return of Wallpaper
A view of walls worth sticking to
Design expert Tim Kempf wants you to take another look at wallpaper.
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Fashionable Opportunity
Fashion Week Cleveland wants you
Get a taste of the fashionable life by lending your time and talents to Fashion Week Cleveland.
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A Green Theme
High school students create The Green Dream
Beachwood High School students know green is good for business.
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HomeWork: Art for Art's Sake
Tim Kempf explains how art rewards you every day
The art of using art in your home.
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Heart-Shaped Box
Stumped? Cleveland's Very Valentine Market to the rescue
Handmade for the heartiest holiday.
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Fresh Start: Week of January 31
Calming spaces, inspiring faces
Peter Chakerian finds inspiration for your home and your hometown.
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HomeWork: Extraordinary Everyday Style
How to turn mundane into marvelous
When it comes to design inspiration, Tim Kempf defies the ordinary.
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HomeWork: New Year's R-R-Resolution
Three R's to revamp your style
Revamp your idea of resolutions, and resolve to renew your home.
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Design for a New Year
Ohio Design Centre launches First Fridays series
A professional design resource opens up.
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Shop Class: Episode Six - "Stocking Stuffers"
A guide to home and style
Danielle DeBoe and Candra Squire fill their stockings.
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Shop Class: Episode Six - "Stocking Stuffers, Part 2"
A guide to home and style
Danielle DeBoe and Candra Squire spread holiday cheer, one stocking at a time.
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