Introduced as the first new decorative style of the twentieth century at 1900 World’s Fair in Paris, Art Nouveau (1890-1914), evolved from a reaction to the Industrial Revolution
Read MoreThe commode. The porcelain throne. The john. We know it by many names and most likely take for granted this industrious fixture. Flushing toilets trace back to over 2800 years ago
Read MoreMarvelous restaurants abound on the Charleston peninsula and one is certain to find an outstanding meal in the city. While the fare is always superb here are five with striking
Read MoreAboard the Palmetto Breeze Monday night we got a water view of the beautiful Charleston Harbor. An amazing Shem Creek waterfront house Castle Pinckney Sullivan’s Island
Read MoreWhen strolling through Walmart you’ll be hard pressed find products made entirely in the United States. However, America is still a manufacturing country and these
Read More“Ours is the only country deliberately founded on a good idea.” ~John Gunther As our country gets ready to celebrate our 235th year as an
Read MoreNo. It’s not like those activities you did at summer camp way back when. Rather, the Arts & Craft movement (1860-1910) in design was a
Read MoreThe French had them all. Louis XIV, XV, XVI. French 17th and 18th century styles of architecture and interior design, named for the reigning monarch.
Read MoreThe Chrysler Building in New York City is one of the most recognizable Art Deco building in the United States. Distinctive elements include the horizontal
Read MoreHot. That’s the Charleston forecast for at least the next 126 days. Here are five ways to stay cool in style this summer: 1-Turn on the
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