The February 1959 issue of House & Garden unveiled the immaculate home of J. Irwin and Xenia Miller in a 20-page feature that took the design world by a storm. Designed by the great architects Eero Saarinen and Alexander Girard, this residential home in Columbus, Indiana featured a sophisticated conversation pit lined with lavish, brightly … Continue reading The Revival of the Mid-Century Modern Conversation Pit
Most homes have a living room, family room, den or primary gathering space of choice. A conversation pit, however, is much less common. This trend is reversing though, particularly in contemporary home design. Conversation pits reflect an architect’s or homeowner’s deliberate efforts to prioritize conversational interaction into the plans for – and construction of – … Continue reading Transforming a Room Into a Conversation Pit
Smart phones, smart watches, Alexa, yoga mats that track your downward dog – we’re experiencing the increasing “datafication” of our lives. The Internet of Things has added an unprecedented layer of digital connectivity to our homes as well as leaving us yearning for authenticity. This is reflected in the furniture we’re choosing. We’re opting for … Continue reading How to Balance Comfort and Connectivity in Your Smart Home