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Every bibliophile dreams of having a reading room to get away and really sink into a good read. But what if you live in a small space where every square foot counts and you can't set aside a dedicated area for reading? Aussie design student Guy Eddington tackled the problem by creating a multi-functional solution which combines storage, lighting and seating all into one svelte piece.

Straddling the border of where Los Feliz and Hollywood intersect, right across the street from our favorite mole burrito stand and next door to our local vinyl shop, is a small decor store whose personality and wares is aptly described by its name: Happy. Inside a colorful selection of wares include pillows, candles, vases, kitchen and barware and even a few crates of vinyl awaits to peruse, welcoming one and all.

The Objeti Aerialist Series converts from a large powder coated table into an ottoman seating option with upholstered wool cushion at the turn of a lever.

Hair dryers are one of those things that we just never know how to store. It always ends up being the cumbersome item under the sink that gets thrown on top of the rolls of toilet paper, box of tampons, and toilet cleaning supplies. Not the best way to keep things organized down there. What about tying a nice and simple ribbon at the handle and hanging it on a hook?

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"It's like being at the kids' table at Thanksgiving - you can put your elbows on it, you don't have to talk politics...no matter how old I get, there's always a part of me that's sitting there." – John Hughes

THIS WEEK
• Thos. Moser Floor Sample Sale
• Sanford Burrows Bedding Sale
• CB2's Can Do Charity Discount
• Pier 1 Three Day Sales Event
• Design Pod Holiday Gift Bazaar
• Fermob Luxembourg Chairs Sale
• Green Friday Sale at Visionary
• Inmod Thanksgiving Weekend Sale
• Amenity Holiday Discount
• Feeding Birds Black Friday Sale

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Here's an inspiring bedroom decor idea we spied over at Olivieri, the Italian furniture design brand. Ironically, the high end design site showcases a fairly affordable option for those of us looking to add a bit of flourish and fun in the bedroom…

Apartment Therapy got an early sneak peek from Fast Company writer Jeff Chu of a warts-and-all exposé about Design Within Reach, mapping the dramatic trajectory of the retailer from a humble San Francisco studio to a heralded catalog and online resource for those in-the-know (and of certain means), complete with large showrooms where the design illiterate found themselves presented with options once only available via more exclusive means. Controversy soon kicked in with growth and the propagation of inspired-by pieces by DWR, setting opinions ablaze…

Unplggd's has done some of the legwork for all of us, hunting down some of the best home electronics deals available via Amazon for Black Friday, mapping out exactly what will be released at discounted prices on a day-to-day basis over the holiday weekend. Look Ma, no lines!

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By now many of you might have heard of the recent website flavor of the month, My Parents Were Awesome, a reader submitted collection of photos of our parents before you came along and ruined their awesomeness (we jest). Amongst the mesmerizing collection of vintage era fashions and hairstyles are a few recognizable or notable decor notes that caught our eyes that we've collected above…

Q: I recently inherited a 1920s couch and chair, but unfortunately it has the 1970s upholstery. I can't afford to have them reupholstered yet, but I was wondering what is the best way to either neutralize or punch it up.

Nowhere is it easier to reduce clutter in the home than in the realm of tech media, where ridding of CDs and DVDs can help regain breathing room. With digital streaming, you can get reduce media clutter, cut down on mailing, and enjoy shows and movies at the press (of a few) buttons. We give the new Netflix+PS3 combo the run through…

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Name: Bryan Boone
Location: Downtown Los Angeles, California
Size: 650 square feet
Years lived in: 1/2 year

Situated at the heart of Los Angeles' bustling downtown fashion district, Bryan's impeccably decorated small space is a Jonathan Adler-ish oasis of calm and comfort. Despite luxurious appointments, the space was furnished with a keen eye for good design at reasonable prices, tapping into what Bryan described as an obsessive focus for Craigslist deals, decorating the majority of the 650 square feet with vintage and future design classics bought at a fraction of retail prices. From the clear chess pieces arranged within a lantern to the vintage suit cases just peeking out from underneath the bed, Bryan's home confidently showcases his affinity for design both new and old in memorable fashion.