MY HOME AS ART: February 2013

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Shipping Container Homes

There are over 300 million shipping containers sitting empty at ports around the world. We love seeing ordinary objects reused in innovative ways. Shipping containers offer an inexpensive, reusable solution to affordable and temporary housing. They stack, they link, they're rugged and versatile. Once transformed, they make a pretty impressive modern home. Here are a few of our favorites.

guest house by Jim Poteet

interior of guest house above

Toilet Paper As Art

Who knew toilet paper could be so beautiful? Turkish born artist Şakir Gökçebağ transforms ordinary toilet paper into elegant installations. You can see more of his Trans-Layers I and Trans-Layers II exhibitions HERE.

Thursday, February 21, 2013

Pattern Houses

Wallpaper by Wall and Deco

We love these patterned houses. Stenciled, painted, or wallpapered, these patterns pack a punch.

Glasgow

via Allan the Gallant

Wallpaper by Wall and Deco

30,000 bottle caps HERE

Gurunsi house via designboom

Wallpaper by Wall and Deco

King Residence by JFAK Architects

Wallpaper by Wall and Deco

A Warm Welcome!

deasy/penner&partners is thrilled to welcome our newest partner!

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Green Architecture

Whether by design or by accident, these structures give new meaning to "green" architecture. Enjoy!

Friday, February 15, 2013

Lawson-Fenning

Lawson-Fenning has long been one of our favorite shops and we were excited to see the new pieces they've added to their 2013 Collection. Gorgeous mid-century inspired pieces made locally and designed by the talented duo Glenn Larson and Grant Fenning. They've also added shopping online where you can find great accessories and gift items 24/7. But their showrooms are not to be missed. You can visit their L.A. showroom on Beverly Blvd. or their showroom in Silverlake to see their entire line as well as one of the best curated collections of vintage furniture in Los Angeles.