by Dinorah Matias-Melendez | May 27, 2015 | Contemporary, Design, Events
Yayoi Kusama is an artists that plays under her own rules and defines a world shaped by her inner visions that come as a product of her psychological hallucinations and detachment of standard expectations. The Tate Museum wrote: ” Yayoi Kusama’s...
by Dinorah Matias-Melendez | May 24, 2015 | Inspiration
Photo found here This week has been a good one in terms of things unrelated to my design practice, but to the causes that my husband and I support. Even though I don’t usually merge many of the other layers of my life on this page, I have found a desire of...
by Dinorah Matias-Melendez | May 21, 2015 | Architecture, Case Studies, Contemporary, Design, Garden, Inspiration, Landscape, Outdoors
It’s well known how the simple thought of renovating can give you hot flashes and make you feel sick. I won’t deny it, going through one can be a challenging experience that many times makes you want to have never embarked on it on the first place....
by Dinorah Matias-Melendez | May 19, 2015 | Case Studies, Contemporary, Design, Home, Kitchens, Living Spaces
Hey there! Today I wanted to share with you the nugget of knowledge I learned while scouting for some transparent bar stools for a project. As a designer I have the tendency to do a very in-depth research when choosing almost anything for my work. This obsession,...
by Dinorah Matias-Melendez | May 5, 2015 | Uncategorized
For today I wanted to show you two design approaches for a similar space: the nook. Each one represents the clients’ need and aesthetical inclination. Both are beautiful and unique. Remember: nothing needs to be standard, or guided by trends…design allows...
by Dinorah Matias-Melendez | Apr 29, 2015 | Architecture, Contemporary, Design, Home, Inspiration, Living Spaces
A big trend nowadays is the use of industrial lightings around homes and commercial spaces. I personally love the look. It creates a nice contrast with the mood usually prominent in a residence. But, like with everything, I tend to get tired very easily when something...
by Dinorah Matias-Melendez | Apr 27, 2015 | Architecture, Contemporary, Design, Green design, Home, Landscape, Landscape Design, LEED, Sustainability, Sustainable
Water is essential for all living species. The planet is 70% covered by it, and this fact alone had given the fake assumption (to many of us on developed countries- at least) that it was an unlimited resource that could be used in a very indulgent manner. However,...
by Dinorah Matias-Melendez | Apr 18, 2015 | Inspiration, Outdoors, Small Spaces
Finally is here! The first day of Spring that feels warm and perfect to go out and work in the garden. What plans do you have for today? Enjoy the outdoors and relish on the thought that Winter has officially said goodbye. Xo, Dinorah – – –...
by Dinorah Matias-Melendez | Apr 16, 2015 | Case Studies, Contemporary, Design, Inspiration, Landscape, Landscape Design, Plants
Piet Oudolf documentary teaser from Thomas Piper on Vimeo. Who’s this guy? You might ask…fair enough, you maybe don’t know his name, but I’m pretty sure you are familiar with his work. If you are in NYC, he’s the responsible for the planting...
