Open House at Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings

This year, 8 June marks Frank Lloyd Wright’s 150th birthday. The innovative and iconic architect designed some 1000+ buildings and structures and, to celebrate his birthday, many of the usually private buildings will be open to the public. From the Unity Temple in Oak Park, Illinois; to Frederick C. Bogk House in Milwaukee; to a doghouse in San Rafael, California; design enthusiasts will be able …

J Vase

Designed and made in Kennebunk, Maine, SPADONE HOME’s “J Vase” draws inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wright’s gorgeous Guggenheim Museum—and, fittingly, is visually appealing from all angles. Crafted from Meganite (similar to marble) the vase is available in various speckled colorways: a deep blue, off-white with multi-colored splashes, or a speckled grey. With a water-tight tube for flowers (which is also removable), this is a lovely …

Beautiful Mosques Around the World

26 May marked the beginning of Ramadan—an important time for around one-quarter of the world’s population. Mosques (or “masjids” in Arabic) serve as places of worship for Muslim people, but also—much like churches and shuls—as places to learn, have community events and more. National Geographic created a slideshow of some of the world’s most stunning mosques, and whether a religious person or not, it’s easy …