annoushka's Profile
| Display Name: | annoushka |
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| Member Since: | 6/16/07 |
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To second Jdad, in Russia most rentals come furnished. You can often negotiate with the landlord over what stays and what goes, but most people prefer the basic furniture, because the infrastructure for moving/buying furnishings is not nearly as developed there. It is also very common for students and young professionals there to rent single, fully furnished rooms in two-three bedroom apartments from older people who live alone. Customs of Another Country: Fully Furnished Apartments |
9/30/11 5:22 PM |
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I think the Hospital building is fantastic, and could benefit from creative re-use. However, the points brought up by commenters here are not taking into account all facts that are evident from the articles about this debate: When is a Local Landmark Worth Saving? |
6/16/11 2:45 PM |
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FYI the designer's name is Olya Levicheva, not the other way around. In Russian, there is no set order for first name/family name, but it IS disrespectful to mention someone by their last name only. Also, I have to agree with eliabee, Russia has very specific views on what is attractive and tasteful, some of these traditions going back thousands of years. So please, if you don't agree with the designer's artistic choices, try to be courteous. Visual Tricks in a Moscow Apartment Professional Project |
3/13/11 3:36 PM |
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The "hinged hoops" are called "D Rings", at least in theatre. I am not sure they have another name in hardware parlance. They came to theatre and general tie-down hardware from sailing, since most things that have to do with ropes etc. developed from sailing. How To Build a Sliding Door for Less Than $40 |
3/13/11 2:55 PM |
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I might be alone in this suggestion, as it is not about actual safety, but *perception* of such. I live in a studio, and the thing that always bothered me is being able to see the front door. It does not make me feel safe to be "exposed" to the entrance. So I always arranged the space so there would be a small entryway, separated by a shelf or a screen. In my mind, if someone I did not invite were to enter my apartment, I would have an extra second of warning before they see me, and would be able to take better action, be it hiding or attacking. But that's just me...I've never been comfortable with the American architectural style of entering right into a living space. Tips to Help With New Studio Safety Concerns? Good Questions |
10/2/10 8:12 PM |
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@twnt1andcounting - same set of buildings as the one you lived in, on Boylston, looking over Fenway Park. Of course, when I moved in 4 years ago, the rent was only $1000, and it's up to $1100 now. Great Places to Find Rentals in Boston? Good Questions |
9/8/10 10:21 PM |
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#twnt1andcounting, I have a studio for $1100 in Fenway NOW, so the rents have not gone down. But I second all of your arguments re: Fenway and Allston/Brighton/Jamaica Plain. For what it's worth, there are Oct 1 openings in my building, and although my management company is not great, there are 1beds for $1400 around the area. Great Places to Find Rentals in Boston? Good Questions |
9/7/10 7:52 PM |
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For anyone who commented on the art above the sofa - thank you! Those art pieces hold special significance for me. When I was a child, I spent countless hours in a puppet theatre where my parents worked, and the 3 large prints are posters from some of those productions, designed by a family friend. The 6 prints below are reproductions of early 20th century Russian adverts. Small Cool 2010: Laura Anna's Room for Entertainment Teeny Tiny Division #13 | Apartment Therapy Boston |
4/16/10 3:53 PM |
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Love it! Small Cool 2010: Tanille's Teeny Tiny Terrific Trailer Teeny-Tiny Division # 14 | Apartment Therapy Los Angeles |
4/15/10 10:35 PM |
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Thank you everyone for the lovely comments. This is the “handy” half of the couple speaking. I am always impressed by the variety of opinions this site inspires! Small Cool 2010: Laura Anna's Room for Entertainment Teeny Tiny Division #13 | Apartment Therapy Boston |
4/15/10 10:20 PM |
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I am amazed at how inflexible some of the readers of this blog are. I would think that people interested in decor of small spaces (which tends to be the focus of *apartment* therapy) would be more open and accepting in their opinions, when instead we get the extremes of both suburb-bashing and "your space is still too large!". Six in the City: Family of 6 in 1,200 Square Feet House Call | Apartment Therapy New York |
12/26/09 4:21 PM |
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Post on Craigslist. This may sound like self promotion, but I reupholster on the side, and found most of my clients on Craigslist. Apartment Therapy Boston | Economical Upholstery Resource? Good Questions |
10/4/09 4:47 PM |
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I think the attractiveness and comfort of the TYLOSAND is a matter of personal taste. I suffered for years with back pain on inner-spring mattresses (and not cheap ones, either) and this issue, combined with a lack of space in our 350 sf studio, led my finacee and I to replace our bed and a loveseat with the TYLOSAND over a year ago. The cushions never slip, btw. The modern lines of the couch, as well as the colour (we got the beige) fit perfectly into our space, and the foam is very comfortable to sleep on, not to mention the affordability of the darn thing. Of course, we invested into a thicker mattress pad as well, since the couch is really too thin for every night sleep. And as a bonus, the back and arm cushions, when arranged on the floor, make a wonderful and comfy double guest bed, as enjoyed by 6 separate house guests in the past year. Apartment Therapy New York | TYLOSAND Sofa Bed from IKEA Sofa Sleeper of the Week |
8/21/09 10:44 PM |
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I love the kid's playpen - it reminds me of my childhood in the 1970s! Apartment Therapy Los Angeles | Living in 1958... ...or at least how we imagined it! |
12/9/08 3:34 PM |
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Two people and two cats in 350 sq. feet downtown Boston. Going on year 3. Frankly, it's the only place we can afford in our favourite location, allowing us for a great urban experience. We have many space-saving storage ideas, and we created a separate office and dining areas in the studio, so it never feels cramped. While we don't expect to remain in a studio when we start a family, minimizing effects is the way to go! Apartment Therapy Los Angeles | The Pros of Living in a Studio Apartment Austin |
10/30/08 6:56 PM |
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I work in theatre, and as you might imagine, Vacuform is a great material for us. While I have my doubts about a long-term installation in a residence, I think with a proper painting job, it will look quite realistic and feel that way as well. Apartment Therapy New York | Best Product: Vacuform Faux Brick panels from Rose Brand |
9/16/08 1:02 PM |
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I have moved my 5x5 EXPEDIT 4 times, disassembled each time, never encountered any problems, and at the end of 6 years (and 4 moves) sold it on Craigslist because it no longer fit the decor for half of a new one - so I would highly recommend disassembling it, it will be easier to move and less damaging to the book-case. Apartment Therapy San Francisco | Good Questions: How to Move IKEA EXPEDIT Bookcases? |
8/28/08 8:10 PM |
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I used an IKEA RIBBA frame (at least that's what I think it was) because you can essentially turn it into a glassed-in shadow box. I wrapped the back in some batting and red satin, against which the medals pop very well. And it makes it easier to pin the medals. Apartment Therapy Chicago | CHI Good Questions: Ribbon Medal Display Ideas? |
6/3/08 12:44 PM |
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IKEA TROFAST children's storage - http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S19819557 Apartment Therapy Los Angeles | Separate Recycling Bins? |
5/14/08 2:35 PM |
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L-shaped support brackets, two of them screwed into the top shelf and into the wall 16" apart (wherever you happen to have studs in your wall) Apartment Therapy Chicago | NY Good Questions: How Can I Attach This To The Wall? |
5/12/08 10:17 AM |