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Love oversized pendant lights - they can be a great focal point. Have a Galbraith & Paul oversized pendant in my upstairs hallway & love it. The smaller version would have been nice but ho-hum - the larger version has more va-va-voom!

Love the Biluna pendant featured, but $3500? Puh-leez...!

Terry in Silver Spring - I agree that clutter can weigh us down mentally. Read an article to that effect last year & even though I've never had huge amounts of "stuff" to clean up, I did have piles all over the house (usually papers, articles and half-finished projects) & it was driving me nuts. Purged & organized & now love coming home (& feel much happier). The mess is now confined to my home office & it's very organized.

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/how-clutter-affects-you.html#

rockalita and DCAI - I'm so with you. I wish it were on paper, too - much easier to read on the train, plus I just like the tactile feel of turning the pages. I tried to print it by page spreads, but it was a pain. Guess I'm just too old school!

Format aside, I do like the articles and hope they continue in a more Domino-like direction. I still weep every month when my issue of Domino does not arrive...

In Chicago, I swear by J. Bradtke Antique Movers. They move everything (not just antiques). I've used them at least 3 times over the years & have been lucky enough to have some of the same crew. Even though they've moved me into and out of 3 and 4-story walkups, not one thing has every been broken, scratched, dropped, etc., even after I wore them out with large furniture and huge quantities of book boxes. (I always did my own packing, but they handled all the furniture wrapping/padding, moving, etc.)

Quick tip about boxes - check Craigslist. Some folks give away their emptied boxes. Did that after my last move - great way to recycle & the recipients were happy not to have to buy them, especially the wardrobe boxes.

Your home is so warm and lovely - what beautiful light and great blend of styles. Love the vertical windows alongside your French doors. So when can I move in?

I agree, he's obviously very talented, but there's too much going on for me. I think the dining room table could actually be stunning if it were paired with solid chairs (no inlay). The chairs detract from the table's artistry.

I agree with Jooly - the kitchen table is great and appears to be the only thing with real personality (well, and the dogs). Everything else appears a bit too studied - a little stiff. And the books piled on top of the yellow ottoman are awful.

I agree with IDstudent - a good attitude can make a world of difference. I stopped by recently on a hot, muggy mess of a day and expected the worst - but was treated very nicely.

Yes, the prices are kind of high, but like some posters have commented, they've done all the work for you, and they do have an eye for beautiful pieces in great condition. Think of the time you'd spend on Ebay, Craigslist or out scoring thrift stores/estates sales/etc. to find something similar - yes, the thrill of the hunt, etc., but time is money, honey!

I can't afford a lot of what they have, but will definitely buy a standout piece or two. Would rather save my pennies and shop here whenever possible rather than at a mass market retailer. Although you can't beat that 99 cent Ikea breakfast...or the vibrating floors as 10,000 people pack in on a weekend afternoon...

Anne, I'm ancient, too! I remember Apartment Living fondly. I grew up in a home without coffee tables, so I'm CT-challenged. Don't have one yet, but I'll be searching for the perfect one at flea markets this summer.