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If you're contemplating the CB2 Fresca Coffee Table/Bench, I'd recommend checking out the Malm Occasional Table at Ikea ($80). Alternately, the Malm Dressing Table ($179) comes with a thin drawer and is a little longer. Good luck!

Palmetto, a whole bookcase for showcasing pretty shoes seems quite dreamy to me =oP

The folks on that tv show, design on a dime, use those "fake" ones. It may save time on the installation, but doesn't look as good as the real thing, IMHO. Since they're tacked down every several nails, they just don't sit quite as snugly. I say, if you're going to do it, commit to it and go all the way. Good luck!

three words... noguchi filing system.

Nesagwa, I bought an LG ventless combo washer/dryer (Model: WM3431HS) at a big box store about 1.5 years ago.

It replaced a ugly white stackable unit that took up precious kitchen cabinet and countertop space. My LG fits perfectly under my new kitchen countertop and blends in just fine with all my stainless steel appliances.

The unit uses condensation for drying, so it takes longer for a load to dry than a typical dryer; but aside from sheets, I air dry most of my clothes anyway so it's never really been an issue. I'm quite content with the purchase overall.

I've seen some online sites that also sell combination units. Good luck!

organized randomness, if that makes any sense...

peacyall, not entirely sure since I can't see the whole chair and the t-cushions are also throwing me off a little, but perhaps it's a reupholstered Milo Baughman piece?

Ohh, potential!

I would remove the shelves and the molding on the built-ins; that way, rather than using the built-ins as bookshelves, they become niches by which to showcase some substantial art or tall vases.

Paint the baseboards white so that your eyes don't immediately focus downward.

Regarding the fireplace, I would remove the molding (or paint it white), add a more substantial mantle, change out the fire place gate with something more modern (i.e., brushed stainless steel or nickel finish), and maybe even close off the area above the fireplace to make it flush with the rest of the wall since three niche areas may be a bit excessive.

Good luck!

Regarding microfiber towels, I've been told on numerous occasions that they absolutely must be washed *separately* from other items since they'll pick up all the lint during the wash.

My old place had Pergo brand laminate flooring. It extremely durable and a breeze to take care of (just mop and go). Never had issues with delaminating, not even after accidentally overfilling a fish tank (whoops).

My current place has some knock-off brand laminate and the quality is far inferior. It was installed by the previous owner just prior to selling the place and within months, the edges began to delaminate. Now, I'm almost scared to mop the floor out of fear that the moisture will make it worse.

Just make sure you buy a reputable brand when purchasing laminate flooring. If/when i redo the flooring, I'll definitely purchase Pergo. That's just my two cents.