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Schattdecor at Sicam 2021 Schattdecor launches its new decor collection at Sicam 2021. The recent research on “Resilient Habitats: Security through flexible living spaces” revealed that convertible, modular concepts in home, working, and public spaces are currently more in demand than ever. At the upcoming show in October at Italy, Sicam, visitors may expect a treat to their eyes from the designers at Schattdecor. Sabrina Wieland, Head of Design Thansau: “The selected decors reflect global trends. They are linked by their expression of a ‘new rusticity’. They radiate originality, but without embodying the classic, widespread ‘rustic’. These are fine, balanced...

California’s Most Expensive Home! California boasts one of the United States’ most expensive real estate markets, led by the city of San Francisco with the nation’s highest median home price of $1.5 million. San Jose, Oakland, and Los Angeles also rank in the top ten by the same measure. California’s current priciest home, however, isn’t in one of those urban centers. Currently owned by hedge-fund manager and Julliard school-chairman Bruce Kovner, the cliffside estate known as “Sanctuary at Loon Point” overlooks the central California coast from the beach town of Carpinteria. If the property gets its $160 million asking price,...

Joe Jonas & Sophie Turner have sold their California home, and are moving to Florida.     A longtime Frank Sinatra home is for sale at $21.5 million. And Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner have sold their Encino, California estate, and are moving to Miami.  Both homes are featured this week at TopTenRealEstateDeals.com. Photos with agent permission available for media use at: http://bit.ly/toptenmedia. “L.A.'s #1 Celebrity Home: Sinatra to Monroe & Mad Men” Southern California’s star-studded home, Farralone, was built for Chase Bank heiress-and-socialite Dora Hutchinson. A longtime home for Frank Sinatra and, according to legend, the site of JFK's...

Porcelain Superstore introduce three classic tiles with a contemporary edge Porcelain Superstore Independent tile specialists Porcelain Superstore have launched a trio of new tiles for those who favour traditional interiors with a modern twist. Joining the Porcelain Superstore line-up are Moorish Azul, a timeworn tile with ageless appeal; Cottage Pale, simple, serene with a sprinkling of sass; and Lisbon Flora – a botanical beauty with a distressed edge. Moorish Azul and Lisbon Flora both boast a delicate, colourful pattern with neutral undertones, while Cottage Pale is resplendent in undulating off-white. Abbas Youssefi, Director of Porcelain Superstore, said: “There is a real versatility around these collections. “While...

DESIGN CHINA BEIJING SPOTLIGHTS THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF DESIGN WITH INNOVATIVE IDEAS FOR BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE Design Shanghai Design China Beijing 24-27 September 2021 The industry's largest concentration of architectural and design thought leaders came together alongside pioneering brands and manufacturers this September to share ideas, reveal products and new materials, and exchange global perspectives at the fourth edition of Design China Beijing. From the creators of Asia’s most influential global design event, Design Shanghai, Design China Beijing played a pivotal role in this year’s global design calendar, taking place from 24th to 27th September in a four-day event...