Mr. Potter envisions the teacher taking the children to the seaside for marine biology lessons. For families of school-age youngsters, the pandemic has turned their properties into digital lecture rooms. Now, with more distant studying on the horizon, many households are grappling with how to accommodate a complete yr spent […]
Spring gives everyone the perfect excuse to liven up our living spaces.
Spring gives everyone the perfect excuse to liven up our living spaces, whether you live in an urban loft apartment or spacious rural farmhouse. While the idea of giving your entire home a facelift lift inside and out can feel overwhelming, a few simple steps can go a long way […]
Why maximalism is the perfect decor trend for people living in small spaces
Maximalism has become more popular over the last year, particularly in small spaces. It brings personality and depth to a home, according to experts. The key to making maximalism work in your small space is to be intentional about your design. Visit Insider’s homepage for more stories. Before the pandemic, […]
Design Trends 2021: Dedicated spaces and natural materials make home a place for work and play | Business
“Have nothing in your home that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.” – William Morris, textile designer, poet and novelist. Larger windows and accordion doors are in for 2021 — to bring the outdoors in. Photo/Ebony Ellis Photography. Home is where the heart is, […]
Post-Pandemic Cities Can Permanently Reclaim Public Spaces As Gathering Places | Cities
Will the COVID-19 pandemic prompt a shift to healthier cities that focus on wellness rather than functional and economic concerns? This is a hypothesis that seems to be supported by several researchers around the world. In many ways, containment and physical distancing measures have contributed to an increased recognition of […]
Anywhere But Home: New Yorkers Get Creative About Work Spaces
There are also empty therapist’s offices across the city, as telehealth has become the norm. Teresa Stern, a licensed clinical social worker, didn’t want to give up her $2,200-a-month office with river views in Brooklyn Heights, which she described as “one of the best she’s ever had.” So she subleased. […]