The bedroom as a separate area, designed as a quiet sanctuary from the stresses of life, is a relatively modern concept. In olden times - and even now in the economically backward sections of the world - there was no separate sleeping area. ...
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This Got Sleep? store in Vancouver, Wash., is the second of the mall-based specialty sleep shops opened by West Coast retailer Sleep Train. It is designed to provide on-the-go mall shoppers with a comfortable, convenient environment to ...
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Sleep Innovations, Inc., a market innovator in designing and manufacturing proven sleep solutions and comfort products, announced its plans to feature the new Comfort Co.TM Anti-Fatigue Kitchen Mats at this year’s National Hardware ...
Automated Packaging Systems is all set to launch its new line of AirPouch void-fill and protective packaging systems and materials in Australia. According to the company, AirPouch systems deliver inflatable air pillows, bubbles and tubes ...
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The design collaboration between Marimekko and Finnair enters a new phase as Marimekko textiles and tableware are brought to the Finnish airline’s aircraft starting May 15. As an emblem of the cooperation, a Finnair Airbus 330 was ...
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Porcelain, also called 'fine china', featuring its delicate texture, pleasing color, and refined sculpture, has been one of the earliest artworks introduced to the western world through the Silk Road. The earliest one was found made of ...
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In the 17th century, which has been called "the century of magnificent beds", the style a la duchesse, with tester and curtains only at the head, replaced the more enclosed beds in France, though they lasted much longer in England. Louis ...
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The ancient Germans lay on the floor on beds of leaves covered with skins, or in a kind of shallow chest filled with leaves and moss. In the early Middle Ages they laid carpets on the floor or on a bench against the wall, placed upon them ...
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Early beds were little more than piles of straw or some other natural material (e.g. a heap of palm leaves, animal skins or dried bracken). An important change was raising them off the ground, to avoid drafts, dirt, and pests. Bedding dated ...
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Ancient world Early beds were little more than piles of straw or some other natural material (e.g. a heap of palm leaves, animal skins or dried bracken). An important change was raising them off the ground, to avoid drafts, dirt, and ...
Diving into the past to inspire present trends, Karina Oldemans, a renowned Los Angeles-based interior designer, has set a new standard in accent pillows with OCARINE. This distinctive collection is made using vintage beaded samples ...
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At any given time, half the world's awake and half the world's asleep. Sounds like a planet fit for a daybed. Throughout history, the daybed's unique day-or-night versatility has made it the centerpiece not only of bedrooms, but also of ...
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The daybed has been around for a very long time. You'll be astounded to know that daybeds were first found in China, during the Ming dynasty from 1368 to 1644. Over the many years many different styles and options have become available; the ...
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American Made Dorm has created a brand new line of dorm bundles for college and boarding school students for 2013. These high-quality, made in USA bundles feature a comforter, sham, accent pillow, sheets, towels, mattress pad and topper, ...
BoBo Buddies, the firm behind a new backpack/pillow/blanket hybrid, The products launched in October 2012 and have sold more than 3,500 units since. The soft toys are now sold by over 80 UK stockists including JoJo Maman Bebe. "With ...
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