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I just moved less than a month ago. I sold my NY apt and moved to San Diego to rent. The process of search was horrible. 90% of the ads had some kind of dishonesty. Most had pictures that were not even of the same apt. All - lied about the sq footage. It was such a disappointing process. I finally found a place I was willing to settle for, however, it turns out the landlord is unreliable.
At 20 years old, I would usually fall into a place I liked without a thought. 25 years later... picky, picky picky.

Wow, this is some great info. Thanks so much for the feedback.

I don't normally use the chair without a couple of big pillows. I've been wanting to have a custom cushion made for years after see the Travel + Leisure editorial (I scanned the page for those interested, see link). Now that I see what the Homecrest cushions where originally, I'm confident custom is the way to go.

T+L Editorial Link

My apartment uses tons of gray and yellow hues.
Specifically, my bedroom is Butter Yellow with an accent wall of Deep Space (B.Moore). It was once a mid-tone gray, but the darker shade feels so much richer. I do have really good sun in the room and have decent lighting fixtures to handle such a dark shade. The overhead light fixture in your room can appear harsh if it's your only light source. Personal opinion is pale grays can become dreary if not done right.

This one is shows the color combo: http://www.flickr.com/photos/designmark/6100590973/in/set-72157627564265032/

My flicker set of the entire apartment: http://www.flickr.com/photos/designmark/sets/72157627564265032/with/6101151934/

Apt Therapy did a House Call a few months back: http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/ny/house-tours/marks-eclectic-evolution-house-call-135655

Kitchen walls are Ben Moore: Pear Green (2028-40)

Aluminum chairs were from White Furniture I believe in Tribeca several years ago. Really affordable I recall.

Dyson needs to get over themselves. I experienced their fan at Best Buy. So, so as a fan, but I would say it is interesting looking. $300 for that piece of plastic is severely inflated. It's worth $75 tops; and that's only because the design is innovative - right now.
Anyone interested in being cool for having a $300 Dyson fan will think it's passe in one year. I think Dyson will have missed the boat. Also, bad timing in this economy.

Yawn...

The insults are unproductive.
I enjoy mid-century myself. I do have a few pieces with MC influences, however it helps not to get wrapped up in creating a distinctive theme with your furnishings. You end up becoming bored with it too quickly and then stuck with a fortune in furniture you hate. Maybe the Eames-style clock tipped into overboard.
I do think it is a beautiful space and tastefully decorated.

I bought this Room & Board bed (Lowery Bed in Walnut) back in February 2009. I saw it in their 2008 catalog and called to order. I was informed it was discontinued for 2009, however the rep checked to see if they could find one for me. They did!
I've order many pieces from R&B, and I must say that their customer service is the best I've ever come across. I wish my health insurance company gave half this service.

I suggest you call to see if any magic can happen. Good luck!

I happen to have a cow hide. I like it.

If cow had been killed for the sole purpose of the hide, I would surely have a different opinion on the ethics. For example: the mink. However, the cow is being used primarily for the meat. Then next comes all those leather products like shoes, belts, sofas, etc.

If you live your life meat and leather free, you have earned your right to stand on the soap box, otherwise I think it would be hypocritical. Others may think its just plain ugly...