I recently read the Tom Dixon Review 2008, which I picked up at ABC Carpet & Home, where they have a beautiful Tom Dixon vignette. The paper was titled “The Rough Issue” and discussed how Dixon finds inspiration in a British way of thinking that is straightforward and uncomplicated. “A Bit of Rough” is actually a term of endearment, and is based on an attitude that is direct and frank without pretension. 

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With a story as varied and colorful as the apartment described, The New York Times delves into Lucy Waring’s eclectic West 67th Street home. Designed by Sulan Kolatan and William Mac Donald in 1997, it was previously featured in the Times when it was completed.

Since she moved in two years ago, Waring has revitalized the apartment and herself. Read the full story here. See more pictures below…

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From this week’s New York Times, we read about Steven Kurutz’s experiences with negotiating for lower prices at New York City furniture retailers. He has mixed success at stores such as Cite, BoConcept, The Conran Shop and ABC Carpet & Home amongst others. 

Read the full story complete with $5,499 to $1,199 discounted rugs here. 

Couch Karma is excited to share our eBay obsession with you in a new feature called Found on eBay! Every time we find an object of our affection, curiosity or total bewilderment, we’ll bring it to your attention like this Aquarium Coffee Table. If something seems fishy, it is: the 24-inch round, glass-topped coffee table holds 5 gallon of water for your own little Nemo’s. All necessary accessories are included, i.e., pump, filter, heater, etc. The starting bid is $189.99 and the auction ends on February 18. Fish lovers, start your bidding…