Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Feb 3, 2012, 1:33 pm
MUJI is a fun little store I came across in Europe. They have simple travel, office, and home essentials along with crafty goods that use the best materials with environmental consideration. MUJI is IKEA-esque with personal, functional goods - no furniture. Here's the MUJI travel brochure: Do...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jan 26, 2012, 7:22 pm
Lately in my travels I have had the pleasure of experiencing the places and spaces of French designer Philippe Starck - perhaps the most influential designer of our time. Starck's approach to design is unique, and he exhibits such a range from his simple product designs to lavish interiors. (You may...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Dec 13, 2011, 11:00 pm
There are tons of apps being created these days which makes it hard to find the true gems. Discovering a cool app can make a big difference in your day-to-day with location based features getting more and more advanced.  Here are some of my go-to design, travel, foodie and lifestyle apps for...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Nov 24, 2011, 10:33 am
Recently released just in time for the holidays The New York Times 36 Hours is a compilation of its 36 hours travel suggestions for the US and Canada which it has been publishing since 2002. Produced by Taschen the book has clever illustrations and designs, and the destinations range from the expe...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Nov 22, 2011, 8:43 pm
Billy Reid's flagship design store in Florence, Alabama featured talented artist Bradley Gordon and his paintings in an evening showcase. Gordon's stunning work depicts animals which were an inspiration while he was growing up and living in Mississippi. The paintings have just the right amount of co...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Oct 11, 2011, 2:42 pm
Your eyes are in for a treat! An interactive colleague tipped me off on this cool vertical web design technique called Parallax that adds an amazing sense of depth to the web. Parallax design and layering creates a 3D effect and adds movement to the page. You must see for yourself in the cool...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Oct 10, 2011, 3:47 pm
Bertie County, North Carolina is the poorest county in its state, with  residents who are largely obese and an agricultural economy that is reliant on tobacco, cotton, peanuts, and soy. It's also home to Emily Pilloton and Studio H, a design/build program in a local public high school. This past ye...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Sep 24, 2011, 12:53 pm
Carry a little bit of nature with you with Colleen Jordan's planter jewelry. The designer uses 3D printing and modeling software that allows her to create unique forms that house small, stable plants like succulents. Her shop on Etsy, A Wearable Planter, showcases her creations which are mainly neck...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Sep 14, 2011, 8:15 pm
From GM to 3M, in boardrooms and on Wall Street, in Silicon Valley and on Madison Avenue, design matters more than ever. Around the globe, American designers have never been more influential. Welcome to an unexpected and inspiring moment. via www.fastcompany.com Interesting article. Do ...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Aug 30, 2011, 10:25 am
The last thirty years have seen an explosion in technological advancements. Luckily, the ability to access information almost instantly has also led to a greater awareness of our place on the planet and the importance of protecting and preserving the environment. Many people are interested in reduci...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Aug 29, 2011, 9:40 am
We all like to escape for a few days to get some R&R, and the essential travel piece for a quick trip is a versatile weekender bag. As I was gearing up for sporadic trips to Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona, I came across the quintessential weekender bag from Malcolm Frontier called The Getaway. And...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Aug 29, 2011, 9:40 am
We all like to escape for a few days to get some R&R, and the essential travel piece for a quick trip is a versatile weekender bag. As I was gearing up for sporadic trips to Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona, I came across the quintessential weekender bag from Malcolm Fontier called The Getaway. And,...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Aug 28, 2011, 8:15 pm
Ditch the basket and grab a Boxsal Picnic Box for your next park outing. Dubbed the 'urban picnic' these clever boxes will certainly win over your sweetheart as you graze on the grass. First, pick your Boxsal theme: boom box, briefcase (totally awesome), or today's date. Each box comes with all the ...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Aug 22, 2011, 3:39 pm
While the blockbuster thrillers may be on your Netflix list, here are some design conscious films to broaden your movie playlist. The first set of recommendations is actually a trilogy by Gary Hustwit: Helvetica, Objectified, and the upcoming Urbanized. The first film, Helvetica, is a film ab...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jul 18, 2011, 11:27 am
Don't water down the good stuff! Teroforma Whiskey Stones are stone cubes you keep in the freezer - then put them in your favorite whiskey (or even white wine that needs chilled). The reusable stones will cool your beverage without absorbing any of the alcohol. They make a wonderful gift or are hand...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jul 11, 2011, 12:23 pm
Over half of the survey’s 9,000 global respondents said they think the environment “is on the wrong track,” and a whopping 73 percent of Americans said it’s important to buy products from green companies. But when asked how much more they’d be willing to pay for those products, 37 percent ...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jul 5, 2011, 10:08 pm
The July issue of Atlanta INtown Paper gives a nice shout out to eat.live.modern's coverage of the Modern Atlanta Home Tour - and yours truly. :) Check out the full issue below. See pages 36 & 37 for the article.   Open publication - Free publishing - More ar...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jun 24, 2011, 1:39 pm
I've spent way too much time playing with Wordle this week and thought I should share. Wordle.net is a free site that generates 'word clouds', a graphic of text that emphasizes frequent text more prominently. You can tweak your word cloud by altering the font, design, and color. To create you own wo...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jun 21, 2011, 4:33 pm
via www.kickstarter.com Giving a shout out to Paper Punk who needs additional backers to fund their idea. Go to Kick Starter to see all the details of the edgy paper building blocks and to make your pledge. There's also a nice article on Fast Company about Paper Punk and their vision b...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jun 20, 2011, 9:45 am
via www.dwell.com This is an idea I've had for awhile - so I am glad to see it come to life. A nightstand with water feature equals genius. Who doesn't need a cold glass of water to quench their thirst bedside? A few design tweaks to this model by designer Leon Rasmeier to make it more...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jun 13, 2011, 10:11 am
Hola. Here are some photos from this weekend's 2011 Modern Atlanta Home Tour. It was a great showcase of design and material with an innovative use of space. Houser Residence   Flanagan Residence Allen Road Residence Confederate Avenue Residence ...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jun 8, 2011, 3:05 pm
This week is one of my favorite events in Atlanta - the Modern Atlanta Home Tour and design events. The program kicked off last night with the Modern Atlanta launch party with exibitions and a taste of the tour.  Some favorites of the night included the Big Ass Fan company (here's a residential gal...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - May 31, 2011, 12:18 pm
Go green this summer and recycle your soda bottles using this clever bird feeder adapter. The Soda Bottle Bird Feeder is a metal adapter you can screw onto any 2-liter plastic bottle - and easily create a bird feeder. Which leads to another interesting fact I read recently: bird-watching is the 2nd ...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - May 18, 2011, 11:35 am
Seville's Metropol Parasol, the World's Largest Wooden Structure, is now complete. Made from bonded timber the modern structure is a definite contrast to the medieval architecture in Spain. The project started in 2004 and is located in the Plaza de la Encarnación as a way to revamp the square. Visi...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - May 10, 2011, 3:41 pm
Before you pack your bags and jet set to amazing locations make sure you download the new language apps from TripLingo. The language guides are a fun way to learn a language but also teach you to speak like the locals. You can learn some before your trip or use the app on-the-go at your destination....
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Apr 14, 2011, 9:00 am
The results are in for Travel and Leisure's 2011 Design Awards. The selected winners are a mix of travel products, hotels, and restaurants. My personal favorite is the Best Hotel category winner. Best Hotel (fewer than 100 rooms) - The Pantone Hotel in Brussels, Belgium This colorifi...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Apr 13, 2011, 9:00 am
Earth Day is April 22nd, and in celebration Anthropologie has decorated their store fronts with recycled corks. Cork is a very eco-friendly resource. The retailer partnered up with Kendall-Jackson who funded the shipment of millions of corks for the project. This new partnership is also a nice way t...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Apr 12, 2011, 9:34 am
Many of us have wondered what today’s version of modernism might be. If design is a gauge of cultural mood, then how will it reflect this period of economic collapse and anxious recovery? via www.nytimes.com
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Mar 30, 2011, 8:00 am
I had the pleasure of speaking with humanitarian designer, Emily Pilloton, about her work especially with Studio H. As mentioned previously, Pilloton was honored by USA Network Characters Approved 2011 program. In addition, Pilloton has been featured in various media like Forbes, The New York Times,...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Mar 29, 2011, 12:27 pm
via www.dwell.com Obsessed with the Instagram photo app? Get some inspiration from Dwell's design post and keep snapping away shutterbugs. http://instagr.am/
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Mar 17, 2011, 11:11 am
Founder of the nonprofit design firm, Project H, Emily Pilloton is making a big impact in the design world. She along with 11 others were recently honored by the 2011 USA Network Characters Approved series. The program honors those that are changing the face of America's culture and who are innovato...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Feb 28, 2011, 11:40 am
I really have a thing for maps and travel guides, and I've recently come across the genius idea of Crumpled Maps. We've all been in the situation: you're traveling in another city, you think you're going the right way, and you need to whip out your map. While discretely getting out your map and chec...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Feb 6, 2011, 10:02 pm
  via www.modernismweek.com Beat the winter blues and jet off to Palm Springs for Modernism Week starting February 17th. The 9 day schedule is packed with modern design events you won't want to miss! www.moderismweek.com
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jan 31, 2011, 3:23 pm
Imagine being able to subtly show off exactly where you've been on your holidays. Well, with the My Scratch Map scratch-off maps, it's easy to make anyone who pops round feel jealous of exactly how well-travelled you are. On first glance, it's a quite classy looking wall map, but if you carefully sc...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jan 29, 2011, 9:24 pm
via www.nytimes.com Worth sharing Frank Gehry's new work in Miami!
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jan 9, 2011, 8:54 pm
Take a peek at the latest issue of EcoHome magazine. The content is focused on green products and technology for architects and has case stories of green, modern houses. (The Lusche Residence featured on pg. 28 was built by my uncle!) EcoHome January/February 2011    
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Dec 28, 2010, 12:50 pm
via homedesign.marthastewart.com What a cool, colorful cake?! It almost looks too neat and colorful to eat - but I am sure it is yummy too.  
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Dec 10, 2010, 11:50 am
Indulge and give back this time of year with Kiehl's limited edition collection which partners with renowned contemporary artist Jeff Koons. 100% of the profits will benefit the Koons Family Institute, an initiative for the International Centre for Missing and Exploited Children (ICMEC). The ...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Dec 3, 2010, 11:28 am
In need of a wake up call? The Tocky touch alarm clock is sure to get you going in the morning. And for those of you familiar with Clocky, another movable alarm clock, this is a more modern, tech-savvy gadget.  Tocky is spherically shaped and rolls away when the alarm sounds. There's no opti...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Nov 25, 2010, 11:36 am
Tis the season for gift giving and holiday shopping. The Spoon Sisters is a one-stop shop for gifts where you will not only discover great gifts but also find those must-have items for yourself. The website is easy to navigate and organized in logical categories. For example, it has stocking stuffer...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Oct 13, 2010, 1:20 pm
Whether you are looking for architectural inspiration, in the market for a modern home, or selling your contemporary house, Sell Modern is your go-to source. Sell Modern is a website for buying and selling modern homes that features houses with amazing design, remodeled flair, luxurious lofts, and m...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Sep 28, 2010, 2:03 pm
via southernflourish.com Get in the mood for Fall with stellar ideas and cover-to-cover inspiration from Southern Flourish's latest issue.
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Sep 18, 2010, 4:27 pm
While visiting Taliesin West in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona I came across some really cool LEGO Architecture sets in the gift shop. Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater and Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum are available as mini-replica LEGO models. These intricate designs feature all the distinct feature...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Aug 24, 2010, 10:43 am
Here are some must-read modern design books for your creative reading list. Whether for inspiration or education you're sure to enjoy the following selections: 1.) False Flat - Why Dutch Design is So Good by Aaron Betsky with Adam Eeuwens The Dutch are known for their twenty-first century creativit...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Aug 13, 2010, 4:24 pm
via www.paper-source.com In addition to offering an array of exquisite stationary, invitations and craft items, Paper Source has hands-on, themed workshops in their stores. The workshops are centered around various topics like card making, stamps and embellishments, wedding paper and favor ideas, a...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jul 22, 2010, 11:37 am
Beat the heat and enjoy some spectacular Modern Design and Music events happening this summer! European Design: Shaping the New Century Atlanta, GA - High Museum of Art - June 5- August 29, 2010 European Design Since 1985: Shaping the New Century traces the evolution of design with cl...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jun 15, 2010, 11:12 am
The Southern Flourish Summer issue launched today! Check out my article on Bright Lights, Big City on page 105 which speaks about the modern lighting powerhouse, The Urban Electric Co. Other features of the sizzling summer issue are a Savannah Long Weekend Guide, two featured weddings ...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - Jun 10, 2010, 10:41 am
via blog.mrslilien.com The Mrs. Lilien styling house blog is one chic blog not to miss. The storyboard type inspirations are very captivating, colorful and clever - like the 'Mrs. Patio Bar' collection in the teaser image above. From modern style to ideas that seem straight out of Mad Men you're sur...
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - May 27, 2010, 10:31 am
via habituallychic.blogspot.com Habitually Chic has a great post on Sex and the City 2's amazing interior design. The movie is filled with modern design and inspiration.
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Lori S. posted an article on EAT.LIVE.MODERN - May 16, 2010, 6:46 pm
Check out this great eco-friendly line of candles from Paddywax. The fragrances include Mediterranean Rosemary and Citrus, Cucumber and Mint, Bamboo and Green Tea and more. In addition, every element of the candle is eco-friendly: like soy-based inks, hemp twine, and a biodegradable box. Find Paddy...
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