Department store Bloomingdale’s has been a New York institution for 157 years (starting out with hoop skirts, which were all the rage in the 19th century) evolving into something of a cultural icon, favored by an elite clientele including First Ladies Jacqueline Kennedy, Lady Bird Johnson and Betty Ford. It’s also the site where Jackie O. … Read more
Luxury appliance manufacturer JennAir wants to rock your world, or at least your kitchen. JennAir hopes to inspire you to personalize your cooking environment with its edgy design styles, Rise and Noir, each with newly enhanced digital features. When JennAir releases an appliance design line, the company goes beyond current trends like matte finishes or new … Read more
Main bedrooms are evolving from the standard three-by-four-metre space into master suites with premium finishes, additional living spaces and luxurious amenities. The enormous master suites on The Block reveal how main bedrooms have been re-invented into hotel-style mini-resorts complete with in-built parents’ retreats, glamorous walk-in wardrobes and top-of-the-line en suites. Tastes and expectations are constantly changing and luxurious master suites are becoming more sought-after, especially in high-end homes. Why bigger is … Read more
Innovations in design, materials and manufacturing have had a big impact on home decor — outdoors as well as in. Besides advances in durability, there’s now an expansive range of styles that designers can tap in to. Luxury is one of them. Think velvet cushions. Tailored detailing. Rich, soft upholstery. Lacquered or carved artisan-made furniture. … Read more