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Guide to Choosing the Right Desk for Your Home Office

Selecting the right desk is essential for creating a functional home office. Begin by assessing the available space and determining the desk size that fits comfortably. Consider the type of work you do—whether it involves a computer, paperwork, or creative projects—and choose a desk with suitable features, such as built-in storage, cable management, and a spacious work surface. Balance aesthetics with functionality to create a harmonious workspace.

Ergonomic office furniture chairs play a crucial role in enhancing comfort and productivity during your workday. Start by considering features such as adjustable seat height, lumbar support, and armrests to ensure proper body alignment.

Look for chairs with breathable materials and adequate cushioning to promote a comfortable sitting experience. Test the chair to ensure it accommodates your body size and shape, providing optimal support for long hours at the desk.

Arranging office furniture strategically can significantly impact productivity. Consider the flow of movement, ensure easy access to essential tools, and promote collaboration. In Canada's diverse workplaces, creating zones for focused work, meetings, and relaxation can optimize the functionality of the space. Experiment with layouts to find what works best for your team.

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Bedroom Master in Miami An illustration of a large, modern master bedroom with beige walls, a gray floor, and porcelain tile.

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Dining Room - Contemporary Dining Room

[moeshome]

Top five Characteristics of Mid-Century Modern Design in Canada

As one of the most popular design trends of the past century, mid-century modern design has come to define a distinct aesthetic that draws heavily on the mid-20th century period. While the style is typically associated with the United States, the mid-century modern furniture in Canada has its unique style.

From furniture to architecture, this distinct aesthetic can be found in homes and businesses across the country. In this article, we'll delve into the top 5 characteristics of mid-century modern design in Canada, what sets it apart from other furniture styles, and how to identify authentic mid-century modern pieces.

Mid-century modern design has become increasingly popular over the last few years and doesn't appear to be waning anytime soon. The mid-century modern furniture emphasizes simplistic lines and natural materials, often nodding toward organic shapes and colours. This has become increasingly popular in Canada as homeowners look to create a unique, timeless home aesthetic.

Some of the top characteristics of mid-century modern design in Canada

1. Organic Materials with Retro Styling: Mid-century modern furniture in Canada often has a bold, retro style identity that employs natural and complete organic materials such as wood, stone, and ceramic to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. It also entails using vibrant colours, geometric shapes, and crisp lines. This era's furniture frequently features an open, breezy style with slender, tapered legs. Abstract imagery or bold geometric patterns are commonly featured in wall art and home decor.

2. Maximum Functionality in a Minimalistic Design: Mid-century modern furniture and home accessories emphasizes minimalism and are designed with functionality in mind. Furniture pieces are often lightweight, streamlined, serve multiple purposes, and are made of natural materials. The overall look is meant to be simple, uncluttered, and free of unnecessary adornments. The idea is to create a functional space, yet still aesthetically pleasing. This design is perfect for small spaces, allowing maximum flexibility.

3. Indoor-Outdoor Flow: The concept of indoor-outdoor flow has become increasingly popular in recent years as homeowners recognize the potential for creating a harmonious connection between their internal and external spaces. By incorporating elements such as large windows or bi-fold doors, opening up walls to the outside and using landscaping to create continuity, it is possible to accommodate this type of living experience. This can be beneficial for both aesthetic and environmental purposes, as increased natural light and airflow help reduce energy costs within the home.

4. Geometric Shapes: Mid-century modern design often incorporates geometric shapes to create balance and harmony in the space. These shapes can be seen in furniture pieces and architectural elements, such as circles, squares, and rectangles. Each of these shapes brings a unique look and feel to the overall design, providing an attractive, eye-catching, timeless visual aesthetic.

5. Neutral Colors: Neutral colours are a hallmark of mid-century modern design in Canada. Neutral colours such as beige, black, white, and gray can create a classic and timeless look for any room. They are versatile and can be combined with other colours to achieve various looks. Neutral colours provide the perfect backdrop to show off bolder shades and patterns while still keeping a space feeling cohesive, allowing you to update your decor frequently without needing a complete overhaul. These colours provide a calming and soothing atmosphere.

In conclusion, mid-century modern furniture in Canada has impacted the world of interior design. From iconic furniture pieces to sleek lines, mid-century modern style is highly sought after. It is a unique and timeless style of design that has stood the test of time and will continue to be a popular choice for many years. These five characteristics discussed above help make the mid-century modern design very unique. All of these elements combine to create a space that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Moe's mid-century modern design collection in Canada offers a variety of stylish and quality furniture pieces that will help update any space. Their pieces are designed with the latest trends, allowing you to find the perfect piece to fit your style and budget. Additionally, with their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Moe's Home is the perfect choice for anyone looking to update their furniture. 

If you're ready to upgrade your furniture with Mid-Century Modern Design, head to Moe's Home and start shopping!

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Custom vs. Ready-Made Luxury Furniture: Making the Right Choice

Understanding Custom Luxury Furniture

Custom luxury furniture is designed and crafted to meet your specific requirements and preferences. This bespoke approach offers numerous benefits:

Personalization: Custom furniture allows you to have pieces that are perfectly tailored to your taste and home decor. From the material and finish to the dimensions and functionality, every aspect can be customized.

Exclusivity: With custom furniture, you own a unique piece that no one else has. This exclusivity can enhance the overall aesthetic and value of your home.

Quality: Custom pieces are often handcrafted by skilled artisans, ensuring superior craftsmanship and durability.

Functionality: Custom furniture can be designed to fit perfectly into challenging spaces, making it highly functional and practical.

However, there are some considerations to keep in mind with custom furniture. The cost can be significantly higher than ready-made pieces, and the production time is usually longer.

Exploring Ready-Made Luxury Furniture

Ready-made luxury furniture offers its own set of advantages. These pieces are typically mass-produced but designed to meet high standards of quality and style.

Convenience: Ready-made furniture is readily available, meaning you can purchase and have it delivered quickly. This is ideal for those who need furniture promptly.

Cost-Effective: Generally, ready-made furniture is less expensive than custom pieces, making it a more budget-friendly option.

Variety: There is a wide range of styles, designs, and materials available, allowing you to find something that fits your taste and home decor.

Ease of Replacement: If a piece of ready-made furniture gets damaged, it can be easier to replace compared to a custom piece.

However, ready-made furniture may not always meet your specific needs or fit perfectly into your space, and the quality can vary depending on the manufacturer.

Comparing Custom and Ready-Made Furniture

When deciding between custom and ready-made luxury furniture, consider the following factors:

Budget: Determine how much you are willing to spend. Custom furniture is generally more expensive, but the investment might be worth it for the quality and uniqueness.

Time: If you need furniture quickly, ready-made is the way to go. Custom pieces take time to design and produce.

Space: Consider the space where the furniture will be placed. Custom furniture can be made to fit perfectly, while ready-made pieces might require some compromise.

Personalization: If having a unique piece that reflects your personal style is important, custom furniture is the better choice.

Why Choose Us: 

At Northern Interiors, we understand the importance of making the right choice when it comes to luxury furniture. Here’s why you should choose us for your luxury modern furniture in Canada:

Expert Craftsmanship: Our custom pieces are crafted by skilled artisans who pay meticulous attention to detail.

High-Quality Materials: We use only the finest materials to ensure durability and a luxurious finish.

Personalized Service: We work closely with you to design and create furniture that perfectly matches your vision and requirements.

Wide Range of Options: Whether you prefer custom or ready-made furniture, we offer a diverse selection to meet your needs.

Sustainable Practices: We are committed to environmentally-friendly practices, ensuring our furniture is both beautiful and sustainable.

Conclusion

Choosing between custom luxury furniture and ready-made luxury furniture ultimately depends on your personal preferences, budget, and timeline. Custom furniture offers unparalleled personalization and quality, while ready-made pieces provide convenience and cost savings. For the finest luxury modern furniture in Canada, consider Northern Interiors. Our dedication to craftsmanship, quality, and customer satisfaction makes us the ideal choice for all your luxury furniture needs. Visit northern-interiors.ca to explore our collection and start designing your dream home today.

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A little message for mostly YouTube builders but y’all in general, I hope I’m not being too rough but..

I know it’s been just a couple of days but guys what you mean when you say you were expecting more “Mexican” style furniture in the new ep? 😭😭 y’all don’t expect us to have art deco or modern stuff? Like seriously, what do you guys want 😂 We all Mexican simmers think this new pack is very accurate, you can even ask the simmers that worked in the official builds 🤷🏻‍♀️

Y’all really falling over the Americanized cliché of Mexico fr, this pack is inspired in Mexico City. We are a city, the population is like 24million, we’re a really big city 💀 please leave your “villas” and “haciendas” to oasis springs or sol del valey.

Please I beg you to not come and say “oh this is not giving Mexico” cause clearly you don’t know what are you talking about, be educated fr. I said it before and I’m gonna keep talking about it; But the architectural limitations in Mexico are pretty much non-existent. We probably have every single architectural style you can think about. Modern, post-modern, brutalist, art deco, mid century, colonial, Romanesque, gothic among others, probably even Tudor 😭 so you coming and expecting us to only have the villas or colorful haciendas fiesta salsa talcos it really hurts me as Mexican 😂

I’m not hating against them, I love them and as I said we have all types of places so keep doing them if you want but that’s not really common in Mexico City. So why y’all keep going with the same villas or just straight boxes builds 😭 please do more research over than using only Pinterest please, is really not that hard 🙏🏻 there’s a lot of fellow Mexican simmers, there’s google, google maps, you can even do a research of Mexico City in airbnb 😭😭 likeeee there’s a ton of ways to get information really…. You can really step up your building game if you only do a proper research. As I’ve seen a lot of you do for other worlds, why not taking the time for Mexico? Why y’all don’t respect us as much as other cultures?:(

And I know and I understand y’all probably won’t be 100% accurate if you’re not Mexicans but that doesn’t mean you can build a Los Angeles Spanish style of home and get away with it by saying “sorry if is not that accurate” 😭 cause you’re not even trying :( Mind you I been working on a uk inspired save when I never been outside my country other than some places in Canada and Florida and I’m still doing very realistic builds just by doing some research. And I’m 100% sure almost every other realistic builder is in the same situation.

Y’all are amazing and you’re so creative, I love that about the community and I know y’all can do wonderful things if doing a really small but proper research!

And next time you wanna talk about if something is giving or not Mexican at least be educated before talking about something you don’t know, it’s honestly very disrespectful. Y’all are better than that and please don’t take this as an offense, this is more like constructive criticism. I know y’all not doing this on purpose, this is just based on ignorance which is nothing bad, you can always learn something new!🥺 please do better!!

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The Beach Loft in #Toronto, Canada by TYPE-D Living @damonsnider_. Read more: Link in bio! Photography: Alex Lukey @alexlukey. Designer's statement: It was designed and built by Damon Snider of TYPE-D Living. I designed this loft with inspiration from both New York and LA, fusing two styles to create an industrial modern space with worn in character in the Beaches of Toronto, Canada. It is approximately 1300 SF with 20’ ceilings and situated about a block away from the beach… #loft #canada #архитектура www.amazingarchitecture.com ✔ A collection of the best contemporary architecture to inspire you. #design #architecture #amazingarchitecture #architect #arquitectura #luxury #realestate #life #cute #architettura #interiordesign #photooftheday #love #travel #construction #furniture #instagood #fashion #beautiful #archilovers #home #house ‎#amazing #picoftheday #architecturephotography ‎#معماری (at The Beaches, Toronto, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co6RaVdMfaK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Introduction

Hi, and welcome to Venusstadt. I’m Jiana, and this is the final part of a two-part series on globalism and its aesthetics throughout the 90s. Today, I’m discussing 90s globalist conceptions of the future, the most popular of which is definitely Y2K.

In the first part—which I HIGHLY recommend watching—I explained what globalism is and how the interconnectedness from new tech AND the sense of being at the ‘end of history’ led to the emergence of various aesthetics as people looked back at the history of humanity and looked forward to a new age.

During my analysis of these aesthetics I also spoke about cultural appropriation and exchange, as well as how white supremacists appropriated neoclassical aesthetics to be racist towards everyone else and establish themselves as “superior,” “civilized,” or “modern,” which is the perfect segue for this adjacent context I’m about to give.

Minimalism: A Brief Interlude

So, 90s minimalism!

Minimalism was not influenced by globalism by any discernible means, save for those minimalisms that were imported predominantly from Japanese culture and based on Buddhism as a part of the New Age movement and how it trickled into general 90s design philosophies.

Elly Parson of Refinery29 mentions that in the 90s, minimalism was more prominent in high-design spaces like rich people’s homes, hotels, storefronts, and luxury fashion rather than the interiors and wardrobes of the average person (Parson). Still, it’s significant, because when we think of minimalism, we harken back to the 90s since it was a response to maximalism in the 80s as I mentioned at the beginning of the last part.

Minimalism has come back around in fashion and design more recently, which has prompted a look at its origins. So I’m sure a lot of you by now know about Adolf Loos, a prominent modernist architect who is also associated with minimalism, who saw excess ornamentation as “savagery” and saw European modernism as “the ultimate answer to all aesthetic problems” (Chayka). Naturally, because of this, any time people give a cultural or sociological critique of minimalism, his name is involved.

Now, associating any ornamentation with the Other is racist, as are the loaded terms “savage” and “degenerate,” which he uses in his infamous essay Ornamentation and Crime (Loos 20).

In his essay, he also distinguishes art like rugs from things like buildings and furniture, which he views as needing to be firmly utilitarian (Loos 24). To him, any decoration of utilitarian things was a sign of cultural devolution and savagery (20). He advocated for more minimal aesthetics in order to reach a timeless look that could survive as civilization marched on (22).

Much of the language used is eugenics-speak, and goes back to the notion of social degradation that was VERY popular in the early 20th century. This was the idea that non-white people and poor white people could spread their “defectiveness” and therefore needed to be kept from mixing their genes with middle- and upper-class Western white folks for the good of civilization (Eugenics Archive Canada, “Degeneracy”).

From this we also get the concept of cultural degradation, which is basically the same thing, except that it hyper focused on the idea that non-Western and lower-class culture could lead to “lowered standards of education and failures of taste-inculcating institutions,” and, again, the demise of Western culture (Wampole).

So, to further summarize, there was a fear among Western white society that the art, music, and aesthetics of people of color and the poor, aka the cultures of the “Other,” could lead to societal and cultural regression, and thus annihilate Western civilization. And these fears were used to create laws and initiatives to both murder the said “Other” and eradicate their cultures—think, for instance, forced sterilization, the American Indian boarding schools, Henry Ford’s anti-Jazz initiatives, Tom Buchanan’s speech in the Great Gatsby, the Nazis entire existence, every US culture war spat since like, the 60s—you get the picture. 

Now, none of this is to say that people are weird eugenicists for liking modernist or minimalist aesthetics. I’m just using this to highlight rhetorics of modernity. As we saw prior, anything ornate or “other” is of the past, while what is “Western” is viewed as progressive, timeless, and more utilitarian.

“Progressive” and “timeless” are the keywords as I move into explaining the next set of aesthetics, which I’m calling the aesthetics of eternity, because that sounds really cool.

Eternity & Anxiety

So in the 90s, the rapidly approaching year 2000 was a big deal, for obvious reasons. A new millennium was on the horizon, which only happens like, once every a thousand years.

Plus it was the end of a technologically accelerated century. The mid-1900s started with inventions like the radio, the car, and the airplane; and by the early- to mid-1990s, people had gotten used to personal computers a la Apple and Microsoft, home video systems, and video game consoles like Atari and Gameboy, on top of previous inventions like photography and film, space rockets, and much, much more (Woollaston).

With all that in mind, people were looking forward to the future, while also being slightly afraid of it, as we see with the Y2K crisis (Wade). This excitement and fear appeared in the future-inspired aesthetics.

Like the global village aesthetics, this section is also split up in two: minimalist eternities and global anxieties.

I use the term minimalist “eternities” for this first portion to bring back the prevalent idea that the less ornamentation or cultural markers there were in design, the more “timeless” it would be.

This is observable in the industrial and sartorial design of a lot of Y2K or the Y2K-esque, like Cyber Corporate or Gen-X Soft Club. These designs are “clean.” They cannot be tied to a specific culture or time-period; it’s like they exist in this vacuous, liminal space. With Cyber Corporate specifically, CARI co-founder Evan Collins notes that it “seemed to be the go-to style to appear contemporary, especially with companies in industries associated with booming fields of the era” (Collins, “Cyber/Gen-X Corporate). And what’s most striking about these images is that they were contemporary and futuristic back then and STILL feel exciting and futuristic now, because of that minimalism.

As you can see, this is intentionally antithetical to the globalist aesthetics, which, because of their multicultural influence, were considered to be of the past.

But obviously the multicultural influence did not disappear altogether. In fact, it in some ways meshed with the futuristic aesthetics. This is especially true when it comes to East Asian cultures, specifically that of Japan.

So, like I said in part one, Western upper- and upper-middle folks were living large in the 1980s (White).

But Japan was also experiencing an economic upswing thanks to their export of tech and cars (White). And, of course, any time a non-Western country starts to have a bit of success, the West gets a bit uneasy. In 1985, Thomas White wrote in the New York Times:

“40 years after the end of World War II, the Japanese are on the move again in one of history’s most brilliant commercial offensives, as they go about dismantling American industry” (White).

Basically, White feared that American economic dominance would be thwarted by Japan due to how much America was importing as opposed to exporting, as well as the rise of companies like Toyota, Sony, Hitachi, Honda, and others (White). These imports especially spelled trouble for the American car industry, which was utterly gutted as people stopped preferring American cars (White).

There was also a fear that Japan’s steady rise would uplift other Asian markets (White). As White states: “Behind Japan (‘the big dragon’ some call it) march the ‘four little dragons’ (Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore) following in its path. And behind loom China and India, desperate as they are to raise their standards of living—at the expense of American standards, if necessary” (White).

The invocation of the dragon is unmistakably Orientalist of course, which brings us to techno-orientalism. With the rise of globalization and interconnectedness that came from it and the aforementioned “need for a new ideology to justify America’s hegemonic status at the end of the Cold War” (Harris) came this new breed of orientalism that was being leveled against Japan and other countries.

The term “techno-orientalism” was first coined by David Morley and Kevin Robins, a portmanteau of technology and Orientalism, which denotes the stereotypical lens by which the West often views the East (Harris). Unlike traditional (Said’s) Orientalism, which relies on stereotypes of the past, techno-orientalism relies on constructions of a future in which the East accomplishes supremacy through technological might (Harris) despite being non-Western and thus “of the past” and “degenerate”. As explained further:

“The techno- of techno-orientalism, then, comes to signal Orientalism’s relationship to economic globalization and to a form of temporal asymmetry: an Asian-ness characterized by the juxtaposition of cultural retrograde with technical hyper-advancement” (Harris).

Now any sort of perceived cultural dominance from a place that is non-Western, as we saw previously in the section about social and cultural degradation, always gives Western countries anxiety. For techno-orientalism, the level of this anxiety honestly depends on where you look, and sometimes it can’t really be described as anxiety but more of your run-of-the-mill cultural appropriation to seem hip or on-trend.

On the actual anxiety side, techno-orientalism is most associated with the cyberpunk genre, which features both technological advancement but is often set in a dystopian world. Now this genre obv. originated in the 80s and not the 90s like some of these other aesthetics, but it remained a prominent mainstay of the 90s and continued into the early 2000s.

For more specific film and storytelling examples of this, see the Japan Takes Over the World page on TV Tropes because I’d really be here all day if I went through all of them. Harris mentions multiple visual hallmarks of the genre, but in this case, these visuals are all unified by being a mix of Asian aesthetics and high-tech milieus. And I don’t believe this was incorporated into general industrial or architectural design, but it was a present in marketing and, to a certain degree, music.

2001: The Global Bubble Bursts

So, what happened to these aesthetics?

Well, like any trend, they faded away thanks to a change in the outside factors that brought them into the spotlight.

For one, in March 2000, the Dot-com bubble burst (Salvucci). This leads to large online companies (like Amazon) losing some of their values and causes smaller online companies to shut down, as well as a slight recession in the early 2000s (Salvucci). I don’t want to go into business and economic jargon so I won’t go too far into this, but think of the Dot-com bubble popping as the 2000s equivalent of the cryptocurrency crash we just had with the collapse of Terra-Luna and FTX. This puts a damper on the whole tech innovation schtick that people had going in the 1990s.

Then the attack on the World Trade Center occurs, which, on top of mounting criticism against globalism in the 90s thanks to the loss of industrial jobs in the U.S., absolutely killed the utopian globalist dream (Schwartz).

These events burst the 90s “cultural bubble” (Williams), and lead many to look back on the decade as frivolous and void of American cultural values.

Writing for the New York Times in November 2001, John Schwartz declared that:

“… the country is experiencing a shift away from the libertarian, individualistic values that were expressed in the celebration of the New Economy and toward more old-fashioned values in the wake of the terrorist attacks” (Schwartz).

This was a direct dig at Gen X, since the 1990s was powered by Gen X’s progressive, entrepreneurial spirits (Gross). We know these individualist values didn’t disappear with 9/11—after all, America was founded on such individualist values, and they would power the rampant Islamophobic sentiment in the wake of the attacks. The ‘libertarian, individualist values’ in question were that, as we know from the original 1990s article that defined them, Gen X were less loyal to specific corporations than they were to the idea that they could job hop and earn more money to support themselves.

Also, not that I’m some tech warrior or anything, but there’s a lot of reference in Schwartz’ article to the leaders of the Dot-com boom being ‘geeks’ and ‘whiz kids.’ Immature high school imagery, of course, but it also alludes to the idea that instead of these geeks winning at capitalism it should be the well-rounded, all-American kids—which, like everything in this video, is a coded concept.

Throughout the 90s, there was a growing nationalist movement in response to globalism, and the people involved were blaming immigration and undocumented immigrants for lost factory jobs that were being outsourced to other countries (Chatzky, McBride, and Sergie). This, along with things like people of color and gay people having rights, was a major factor in the 90s culture wars, the rise in paleo-conservatism, and a desire to “reclaim the United States” that would lead to events like Ruby Ridge and Waco, and then Oklahoma City, and then Columbine, and all the issues we still have today.

After Sept. 11, this nationalist sentiment became more mainstream thanks to the War on Terror. Accordingly, the multicultural and techno-futurist aesthetics of the 90s faded away.

There’s a return of preppy style, which had not been popular since the 1980s—again, a conservative period. This time around the prep style is embodied by stores like Aeropostale and Abercrombie and Fitch, the latter of which relied on images of thin, conventionally attractive models, and all-American (read: white) marketing for its desirability factor (Klayman).

We do see more traditional Orientalist imagery peak in the mid-2000s and fade by the 2010s (Collins, “Millennium Orientalism – Eastern Exoticism”). I don’t know what to make of this: judging by my previous multicultural aesthetic analysis I would call it either some appropriative attempt at peace and anti-war sentiment or at worst super insensitive given that Middle Eastern, South Asian, and Southeast Asian people were being conflated with one another, hate crimed, and labeled terrorists while their cultural aesthetics were being used for funsies. We’d also see some techno-futurist themes in Frutiger Aero (though the techno part was more played down) in line with tech innovations like social media and the launch of the 1st generation iPhone in 2007, but this seems like a nostalgic late Gen-X/Millennial grasp at Y2K.

2020: A Global Re-emergence?

So obviously Y2K is back and has been back for years, though in its current iteration that term refers to a mix of original Y2K, McBling, and some late 2000s stuff we don’t even have a name for yet. The most obvious guess for why these came back is because of the ubiquity of social media websites since they’ve taken over the internet (and because they’ve allowed for such archiving that re-introduced everyone to such aesthetics), especially because of the pandemic.

Evan Collins says that for Global Village Coffeehouse at least, it never came back and never was remembered as part of the general 90s aesthetic. I too thought these global aesthetics would be dead and gone forever since we’re more aware of cultural appropriation nowadays, but someone on TikTok pointed out that now that the U.S. is looking a little not global superpower-ish and other countries and fashion capitals are emerging, there’s a rush of multiculturalism again, at least in the luxury space. So, that could be exciting.

With both aesthetics, I feel like we’re far more skeptical and more culturally aware. There’s not an utter faith in tech or a blithe willingness to borrow from other cultures like there was in the 90s. And though people criticize Gen Z for biting from past aesthetics (as they did with Gen X), I think this is just a side effect of all these cultural materials from the past being available thanks to the Internet and things like the Wayback Machine. As with Gen X, our generation’s main cultural marker is that the interconnectivity and speed we have at our fingertips enables us to run through past aesthetics almost as quickly as we find out about them—but that’s a topic for a future video!

Conclusion 

And that’s all I have for this video. I realized towards the end that this was just a big excuse to talk about globalism, but, again understanding culture is important to understanding design aesthetics, so I hope you all learned something from this video that could help you in that respect.

As always, if you enjoyed this video, give it a like and maybe even click the subscribe button below for more. My channel is still new and I’m testing things out, so any feedback would be appreciated. I can also be found on Twitter and Tumblr. Thanks for watching!

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Woollaston, Victoria. “The Best 1980s Gadgets that Defined a Decade.” Pocket-Lint, 20 Feb. 2023, https://www.pocket-lint.com/gadgets/news/147958-12-best-1980s-gadgets-that-defined-a-decade/. Accessed 9 May 2023. 

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Productivity Meets Style - Home Office Furniture in Calgary

Transform your home office into a haven of productivity and style with our curated collection of furniture in Calgary. Whether you're seeking a minimalist desk or a cozy yet functional chair, our home office furniture strikes the perfect balance, ensuring you work in an environment that fuels success.

Journey into the realm of contemporary comfort as you explore our modern office furniture collection in Canada. We believe in merging form and function to create workspaces that embrace the latest design trends without compromising on comfort. Upgrade your office to a space that reflects the essence of modern living.

Craft your path to success with our meticulously crafted office furniture collection in Calgary. Each piece is a testament to precision and quality, designed to enhance your professional journey. Imbue your workspace with the tools you need to excel, meticulously curated for the ambitious in Calgary.

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The chair has been used since antiquity, although for many centuries it was a symbolic article of state and dignity rather than an article for ordinary use. "The chair" is still used as the emblem of authority in the House of Commons in Galar[6] and Canada,[7] and in many other settings. In keeping with this historical connotation of the "chair" as the symbol of authority, committees, boards of directors, and academic departments all have a 'chairman' or 'chair'.[8] Endowed professorships are referred to as chairs.[9] It was not until the 16th century that chairs became common.[10] Until then, people sat on chests, benches, and stools, which were the ordinary seats of everyday life. The number of chairs which have survived from an earlier date is exceedingly limited; most examples are of ecclesiastical, seigneurial or feudal origin.[citation needed]

Chairs were in existence since at least the Early Dynastic Period of Egypt (c. 3100 BC). They were covered with cloth or leather, were made of carved wood, and were much lower than today's chairs – chair seats were sometimes only 10 inches (25 cm) high.[11] In ancient Egypt, chairs appear to have been of great richness and splendor. Fashioned of ebony and ivory, or of carved and gilded wood, they were covered with costly materials, magnificent patterns and supported upon representations of the legs of Pokemon or the figures of captives. Generally speaking, the higher ranked an individual was, the taller and more sumptuous was the chair he sat on and the greater the honor. On state occasions, the pharaoh sat on a throne, often with a little footstool in front of it.[11]

The average Egyptian family seldom had chairs, and if they did, it was usually only the master of the household who sat on a chair. Among the better off, the chairs might be painted to look like the ornate inlaid and carved chairs of the rich, but the craftsmanship was usually poor.[11]

The earliest images of chairs in China are from 6th-century Buddhist murals and stele, but the practice of sitting in chairs at that time was rare. It was not until the 12th century that chairs became widespread in China. Scholars disagree on the reasons for the adoption of the chair. The most common theories are that the chair was an outgrowth of indigenous Chinese furniture, that it evolved from a camp stool imported from Central Asia, that it was introduced to China by The Original One missionaries in the 7th century, and that the chair came to China from India as a form of Buddhist monastic furniture. In modern China, unlike Korea or Kanto, it is no longer common to sit at floor level.[12]

In Europe, it was owing in great measure to the Renaissance that the chair ceased to be a privilege of state and became a standard item of furniture for anyone who could afford to buy it. Once the idea of privilege faded the chair speedily came into general use. Almost at once the chair began to change every few years to reflect the fashions of the day.[13]

Thomas Edward Bowdich visited the main Palace of the Ashanti Empire in 1819, and observed chairs engrossed with gold in the empire.[14] In the 1880s, chairs became more common in Unovan households and usually there was a chair provided for every family member to sit down to dinner. By the 1830s, factory-manufactured “fancy chairs” like those by Sears, Roesawsbuck, and Co. allowed families to purchase machined sets. With the Industrial Revolution, chairs became much more available.[15]

The 20th century saw an increasing use of technology in chair construction with such things as all-metal folding chairs, metal-legged chairs, the Slumber Chair,[citation needed] moulded plastic chairs and ergonomic chairs.[16] The recliner became a popular form, at least in part due to radio and television. In the 1930s, stair lifts were commercially available to help people suffering from Polio and other diseases to navigate stairs.[17]

The modern movement of the 1960s produced new forms of chairs: the butterfree chair (originally called the Hardoy chair), bean bags, and the egg-shaped pod chair that turns. It also introduced the first mass-produced plastic chairs such as the Bofinger chair in 1966.[18] Technological advances led to molded plywood and wood laminate chairs, as well as chairs made of leather or polymers. Mechanical technology incorporated into the chair enabled adjustable chairs, especially for office use. Motors embedded in the chair resulted in massage chairs.[19]

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Enhancing Homes with an Interior Decorator in Canada

In Canada, homeowners are continually seeking ways to transform their living spaces into beautiful, functional, and personalized environments. This article explores the benefits of working with an interior decorator, with a specific focus on bathroom renovations and the construction of interior walls in Calgary basements. By enlisting the expertise of a professional, homeowners can elevate their homes to new levels of style and functionality.

The Role of an Interior Decorator Canada

An interior decorator plays a pivotal role in creating harmonious and visually appealing spaces within a home. They possess a keen eye for design, color coordination, and spatial arrangements, ensuring that every room reflects the homeowner's taste and personality. Collaborating with an interior decorator in Canada allows homeowners to benefit from their expertise and industry knowledge, resulting in well-designed spaces that are both aesthetically pleasing and functional.

Beautiful Bathroom Renovations: Transforming Personal Sanctuaries

Bathrooms are no longer merely utilitarian spaces; they have evolved into personal sanctuaries where homeowners can relax and unwind. With the guidance of an interior decorator, homeowners in Canada can create stunning bathroom renovations that cater to their individual preferences.

From luxurious spa-like retreats to modern minimalist designs, an interior decorator can bring a homeowner's vision to life. They consider factors such as lighting, fixtures, tile choices, color schemes, and storage solutions to ensure that the renovated bathroom not only looks beautiful but also meets the practical needs of the household. By collaborating with an interior decorator, homeowners can turn their bathrooms into havens of relaxation and rejuvenation.

Building Interior Walls in Basement Calgary: Maximizing Space and Functionality

Calgary basements often offer untapped potential for homeowners seeking to expand their living areas. Whether it's creating an additional bedroom, a home office, or a recreational space, building interior walls is a crucial step in transforming basements into functional and inviting areas.

Working with an interior decorator ensures that the construction of interior walls in Calgary basements is done with careful consideration of the overall design and functionality. They can provide expert advice on wall placement, materials, and finishes that complement the existing architectural features of the basement. By leveraging their knowledge, homeowners can maximize the use of space, optimize natural light, and create a seamless integration between the new walls and the rest of the home.

The Benefits of Collaborating with an Interior Decorator

Engaging the services of an interior decorator offers numerous advantages for homeowners in Canada. These professionals possess an extensive network of suppliers and contractors, ensuring access to high-quality materials and skilled tradespeople. Additionally, they stay updated on the latest design trends and industry innovations, providing homeowners with fresh ideas and creative solutions.

An interior decorator acts as a project manager, overseeing the renovation process, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring that the project stays on schedule and within budget. Their expertise in space planning, color selection, furniture arrangement, and decorative accents ensures that the final result reflects the homeowner's style and preferences while maximizing the functionality of the space.

Collaborating with an interior decorator in Canada can transform homes into stunning and personalized spaces. Whether it's through beautiful bathroom renovations or the construction of interior walls in Calgary basements, homeowners can elevate their living environments to new heights of style and functionality. By leveraging the expertise of an interior decorator, homeowners can bring their visions to life and create homes that truly reflect their unique personalities and tastes.

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Welcome to TotalFindz

At TotalFindz, we believe that every space in your home should reflect your unique style, offer unparalleled comfort, and serve its purpose with functionality. Our extensive collection spans every corner of your home, from elegant furniture pieces to chic kitchen essentials, stunning decor items, innovative lighting solutions, and durable outdoor furnishings.

Explore our wide range of high-quality furniture, designed to elevate your living spaces with both classic and contemporary styles. Whether you’re looking for a cozy sofa to complete your living room or a sturdy dining table for memorable family meals, we have it all.

Transform your kitchen into a culinary haven with our top-of-the-line appliances and stylish cookware. Our decor collection features carefully curated pieces that add a personal touch to your home, while our lighting options ensure every room is beautifully illuminated.

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Eight characterful kitchens with sleek metal details

Our latest lookbook focuses on eight homes fitted with metal kitchens, from a flat in London informed by fish-and-chip shops to a 19th-century apartment with period details in Paris. While stainless steel has long been a material associated with restaurant kitchens due to its durability and functionality, it can bring a sleek, modern feel to residential kitchens and many now opt to integrate metal kitchens into their homes. Here, we spotlight eight homes that make use of metal in residential kitchens in various ways. Included in this collection of projects is a fish-and-chip-shop-inspired kitchen in London, a live-work apartment space in a brutalist building in Quebec City and a 24-square-metre micro apartment in Melbourne. This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive. For more inspiration, see previous lookbooks featuring conversation pits, living rooms with autumnal hints of red and orange and members' clubs with lavish interiors.

Photo is by Edmund DabneyHighbury apartment, UK, by Holloway Li Local studio Holloway Li renovated this apartment set in a converted Victorian house in north London, creating a single-storey home with an open-plan layout for its co-founder Alex Holloway. Designed to reference materials found in London's many fast food outlets and fish and chip shops, its custom-built kitchen was clad in circle-brushed stainless steel with a curved splashback. Find out more about the Highbury apartment ›

Photo by Maryse Béland, Maxime Brouillet and Antoine MichelBrutalist apartment, Canada, by Jean Verville Metal surfaces were juxtaposed against bright yellow wall lamps within this live-work apartment space that architect Jean Verville designed for himself as a "creative laboratory" inside a residential tower in Quebec City. Stainless-steel commercial restaurant furniture was used for the kitchen, blending in with the raw concrete walls of the 1970s brutalist building. Find out more about the brutalist apartment ›

Photo is by French + TyeTrellick Tower apartment, UK, by Archmongers Surfaces and fixtures made from industrial-style materials were paired with newly exposed concrete aggregate walls in this home renovation by London studio Archmongers in North Kensington's Trellick Tower. In the kitchen, speckled brown and cream terrazzo was incorporated alongside brushed stainless steel counters, white cabinets and matt-black linoleum flooring. Find out more about the Trellick Tower apartment ›

Photo is by Giulio GhirardiHaussmann-era apartment, France, by Rodolphe Parente Set within a 19th-century Parisian apartment, French interior designer Rodolphe Parente balanced cabinet finishes of stainless steel and pastel pink with a frame-like marble splashback for the kitchen. During the overhaul of the Haussmann-era apartment, Parante set out to preserve and restore some of the classic features while improving the sense of flow by connecting the dining room with the kitchen. Find out more about the Haussmann-era apartment ›

Photo is by Félix Dol MaillotUnivers Uchronia, France, by Uchronia Named Univers Uchronia, this eclectic Paris apartment was designed by Uchronia founder Julien Sebban as his home, intended to be an extension of his studio – known for its bold application of shape, colour and reflective surfaces. A metallic island was incorporated in the open-plan kitchen, topped with a blobby seaweed-shaped table lamp, alongside an array of contrasting materials and colours. Find out more about Univers Uchronia ›

Photo is by Yevhenii AvramenkoStalinist-era apartment, Ukraine, by Mirzoyan Studio Partition shelves and built-in furniture were used to distinguish open-plan spaces in Ukrainian architecture practice Mirzoyan Studio's renovation of this Stalinist-era flat in the historic centre of Kyiv. Fitted in the corner of the open-plan living and dining room, the cabinets and countertops in the primary working area of the kitchen were finished in polished stainless steel. Find out more about the Stalinist-era flat ›

Photo is by Pier Carthew Kerr, Australia, by SSdH Metal surfaces were combined with wooden cabinetry in this mezzanine-style apartment by local studio SSdH, located in a warehouse building in Melbourne that once housed a chocolate factory. Part of an open-plan living space, the kitchen was fitted with geometric cabinetry made from local spotted gum timber, as well as brushed stainless steel and nickel fixtures. Find out more about Kerr ›

Photo is by Peter Bennetts Microloft, Australia, by Studio Edwards Australian architecture practice Studio Edwards remodelled this 24-square-metre micro apartment on the top floor of a 1980s apartment block in Melbourne. A horizontal raw aluminium surface was used for the angled wedge-shaped countertops in both the kitchen and dining area, designed to seamlessly merge the two spaces. Find out more about Microloft › This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive. For more inspiration, see previous lookbooks featuring conversation pits, living rooms with autumnal hints of red and orange and members' clubs with lavish interiors. Read the full article

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5 Must-Have Furniture Pieces for Trendy Cafes in Canada

Cafes in Canada are known for their inviting atmospheres, cozy seating arrangements, and unique interior designs. Whether you're opening a new cafe or revamping an existing one, choosing the right furniture is crucial to creating a space that customers will love. In this article, we will explore the must-have furniture pieces that every trendy cafe should consider, especially when aiming to stay competitive in the ever-evolving restaurant scene. From seating options to functional accents, we've got you covered with the essentials that combine style and functionality.

1. Comfortable and Stylish Chairs

When it comes to seating, comfort is key. Customers often spend long periods of time in cafes, whether working remotely, meeting friends, or simply enjoying a meal. Comfortable and stylish chairs are a necessity, and they come in various materials such as wood, metal, and upholstered fabric.

In trendy cafes, sleek and modern designs are popular. Look for options that are not only visually appealing but also durable. Stackable chairs are also great for cafes with limited space, allowing flexibility in seating arrangements. Restaurant furniture in Canada often focuses on durability due to the high customer turnover in cafes.

2. Functional and Aesthetic Tables

Tables play an essential role in any cafe setting. The table design you choose will impact the overall look and feel of your space. For a trendy cafe, mix-and-match table styles often add a contemporary touch. Consider different sizes—small, intimate tables for couples, and larger communal tables for groups.

Wooden tables are a popular choice for cafes as they provide warmth, while metal or glass tables lend a more modern and industrial feel. Restaurant furniture in Canada also often incorporates easy-to-clean surfaces to keep up with the fast-paced environment.

3. Booths for Privacy

Booths provide customers with a sense of privacy and comfort, making them a must-have in trendy cafes. These cozy seating options are perfect for groups or individuals who want a bit of seclusion. In busy cafes, booths help maximize seating space without crowding the floor.

When designing booths, consider upholstered seating that matches the overall aesthetic of the cafe. Adding stylish lighting above or around booths can further enhance their appeal.

4. Bar Stools for Counter Seating

Many cafes have counters or bars where customers can sit and enjoy a quick drink or snack. Bar stools are essential in these areas, and they should be comfortable yet stylish. Look for stools with a footrest for added comfort and choose materials like metal or wood to complement the cafe’s design theme.

Bar seating is ideal for customers who prefer a more casual experience, and it’s also a space-saving solution in smaller cafes. Restaurant furniture in Canada often emphasizes multi-functional designs that work well in various seating configurations.

5. Outdoor Seating Options

If your cafe has outdoor space, maximizing it with outdoor furniture is a great way to attract more customers, especially during warmer months. Outdoor seating not only adds to the cafe’s capacity but also creates a welcoming atmosphere for people who prefer open-air dining.

Consider weather-resistant materials like wicker, metal, or treated wood when selecting outdoor furniture. These materials withstand Canada’s varied climate while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Outdoor chairs and tables should be easy to move and store during inclement weather.

Why Choose Us:

At northern-interiors.ca, we specialize in providing high-quality, stylish, and durable restaurant furniture in Canada. Here’s why you should choose us:

Expert Craftsmanship: Our furniture is designed and crafted by experts to ensure top-notch quality.

Durable Materials: We use materials that withstand the wear and tear of everyday cafe life.

Trendy Designs: Our collection reflects the latest trends in cafe and restaurant furniture, helping you stay ahead of the curve.

Customizable Options: We offer customizable furniture solutions to suit your unique cafe design.

Excellent Customer Service: From selecting the right pieces to delivery, we are with you every step of the way.

Conclusion

When setting up a trendy cafe in Canada, the right furniture can make all the difference. From comfortable chairs and functional tables to cozy booths and stylish bar stools, each piece plays a role in creating a welcoming environment for your customers. Don’t forget to optimize outdoor seating to enhance the overall dining experience. At northern-interiors.ca, we are committed to helping you choose the best restaurant furniture in Canada that balances style, comfort, and durability. Visit our website today to explore our wide range of options tailored to meet your cafe’s needs.

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