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Why Do We Keep Bringing Shells Home?
On still lifes, sea creatures, and the difference between sophistication and enchantment
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Tiny Things I Do That Make a Room Feel Alive
On assigning importance, creating atmosphere, and other mildy irrational habits
Jun 4
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May 2026
The Decorative Bowl Is Doing Too Much
On styling culture and why we started styling our homes like personal brands
May 28
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Colin King
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Screens Are the Most Emotionally Intelligent Thing You Can Put in a Room
On hiding things, moveable architecture, and the object that quietly fixes almost everything
May 21
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Outdoor Furniture Is Where Optimism Goes to Die
On mildew, metal, and the fantasy of becoming someone who lounges outdoors
May 8
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Colin King
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Counter Stools, Unfortunately
On backs, no backs, and the things you learn about yourself at a kitchen counter
May 1
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April 2026
Everything is Beautiful and Nothing is Interesting
On collectors, composition, and the difference between owning things and making something
Apr 28
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Colin King
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Why I Keep Coming Back to Borsani
On Milan, private homes, and the kind of design that doesn’t announce itself
Apr 24
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Colin King
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You’re Not Missing Anything
You’re just not done removing things yet
Apr 21
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Colin King
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Pendant Lighting Is Where Rooms Go Wrong
On downlighting, commitment, and the fixtures I’d actually hang right now
Apr 17
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Colin King
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It Wasn’t the Lampshade
On disruption, sensitivity, and learning to live with what isn’t resolved
Apr 14
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Colin King
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Why I Still Hang Candle Sconces
On reflected light, quiet drama, and letting a room soften at night
Apr 10
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Colin King
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