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The Corkscrew - Its unique shape has made it a natural inspiration for artists, symbolizing creativity and the unpredictable twists of life. In folklore, its spirals are thought to represent the intricate paths of life or serve as a botanical reflection of life's complexities.
The Three Best Dark Chocolatiers
The title of “best dark chocolate in the world” can be subjective—based on flavor preferences, origin, ethical sourcing, and craftsmanship—but a few names consistently rise to the top among critics, connoisseurs, and international chocolate awards.
Hudson’s Bay Point Blanket
The Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) was established in 1670 by royal charter under King Charles II, primarily to control and profit from the lucrative fur trade in North America.
The Pumpkin
Archaeologists trace its ancestry back over 7,000 years to Central and South America — where wild gourds grew thick-skinned and bitter until early peoples coaxed them, season after season, into the plump, sweet fruit we now know as Cucurbita pepo.
The Art & Science of Firewood
Not all logs are created equal. Each tree species brings its own personality to the hearth. Knowing their strengths and quirks will change the way you build a fire forever.
John Boos & Co. Cutting Boards
In their Effingham mill, craftsmen plane, sand, and oil each board by hand, ensuring a silky finish that deepens with age and use.
The Art of the Modern Kitchen
Luxury appliances are more than mechanical devices; they are heirlooms, conversation pieces, and touchstones of taste.
Riedel Glassware | 1756
This is the story of Riedel, a family who turned glass into an instrument of taste.
The Log Home
Log homes offer a unique combination of beauty, strength, and eco-conscious living that sets them apart from conventional construction.
Bed & Bath
Whether in the bedroom or bath, fine textiles embody a certain philosophy: that comfort should be considered, not accidental; enduring, not disposable. These are products meant to be lived with, cared for, and appreciated—a daily luxury that never loses its quiet power.
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Coastal Farmhouse Interior Design blends the relaxed charm of coastal living with the rustic warmth of farmhouse style.
Watercolors… Jennifer Vaudo
“I discovered watercolor painting, shortly after our youngest daughter was born, and I have been hooked ever since.”
The Art of Real Estate | Best Agents
Best New Cinematic Real Estate Agent Sites by Coast & Cottage.
Interior Design | Five Styles for 2025
2025 is shaping up to be a year of texture, nostalgia, and soulful simplicity. Homes are less about following rigid rules and more about curating a space that feels deeply personal.
Woolrich | Jacquard Stripe Blanket
This Made in Italy blanket is the ideal companion for your autumn evenings, made of soft and warm pure wool. It features a jacquard design inspired by our archival patterns, but with a modern twist.
Arcadia Custom | Windows & Doors
Arcadia’s story begins in 1930, with the debut of its now-legendary sliding glass doors. These doors were more than a product—they were a movement.
Bowers & Wilkins - The Sound of Perfection
These speakers soon earned a place in the most prestigious recording studios — most notably Abbey Road Studios, where legendary artists from Pink Floyd to Adele have relied on Bowers & Wilkins monitors to mix and master their music.
The Hudson Co. | Wood Reclamation
The Hudson Company is a custom mill in New York’s Hudson Valley specializing in reclaimed and responsibly harvested wood flooring, paneling, beams, and architectural details.
The Firepit | American Fyre Designs
Tucked into the industrial heart of Southern California, American Fyre Designs emerged more than twenty-five years ago as part of the R. H. Peterson Company, a family-owned name already synonymous with fireplaces and grills.
The Kohler Bathroom
In 1873, John Michael Kohler lifted a cast-iron horse trough, coated it in enamel, and presented it as a bathtub.