Tree houses bring about the childhood nostalgia of summers spent in the backyard.  Not only do tree houses encourage people to be more connected with the outdoors, but they also bring a sense of youthful whimsy. Luckily, with modern architectural design, tree houses are no longer just for the kids. Take a look at these tree houses that give traditional designs a playful twist.

Rain chains are a beautiful eco-friendly alternative to traditional downspouts. They are historically from Japan, where they are called kusari-toi, which translates to "chain gutters."




Rain chains can be a simple, functional and minimalist chain or something much more artistic, like flowers, cups, or fish.

Moss walls are the latest interior design fad but their history lies with Buddhist monks in Japan who valued the calming affect of moss that grew in temple gardens.  Today, they bring a natural element to  the indoors: providing color, a natural escape, and tranquility.  Here are some of our favorite ways to use moss walls.

We appreciate the usefulness of a well-designed screen that is both aesthetically pleasing and a powerful workhorse. Need to divide a space without constructing permanent walls? Either a freestanding or ceiling hung partition could be the answer. Maybe you want to obscure an unsightly view of the neighbor’s garage. A screen that lets light filter through while obscuring the view could enhance your living space. How about providing some privacy with acoustic benefits in an open office layout? Yes, there are partitions for that too. We even found a screen with built-in storage. Enjoy perusing some of our favorite screen time options.

Facet by 3form

BuzziZone by BuzziSpace

Nomad System by Mio

Nebula by Tacchini

FeltWall by B&B Italia

Too see images like this and everything else that inspires us, check out our Pinterest page, here! Also, congratulations to Caffe Ladro for their grand opening this week!  Make sure to stop by (400 Fairview).

This week, we've fallen completely in love with this stunning apartment in Brazil. The views, the art, and the antique furniture in the modern space are all spectacular. But it's probably just as well this apartment isn't ours because if it was, we might just never leave! Read more about the project here.