Question 1

What is a house coat?

Accepted Answer

A house coast is an informal, long, loose garment that is worn at home. Historically, a housecoat is worn over another garment.

Question 2

How do I decorate my house?

Accepted Answer

To decorate your house, take a room-by-room approach. In each space, first establish a color palette that consists of two or three hues that blend well with each other. Select an architectural element or a primary piece of furniture to serve as the focal point, and then pick furnishings to complement it. Opt for flooring, wallpaper, paint, lighting and other elements to coordinate with the furnishings in the space, and then finish off the room with accents like rugs, wall art, window treatments and decorative objects. Find a large selection of furniture and decorative accents on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is a Montessori House Bed?

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A Montessori house bed is inspired by the concept of Montessori floor beds. This type of bed is usually a mattress without restrictive railings around it and is close enough to the floor so that the child can get in and out of it by themselves. Montessori house beds enable freedom of movement, independence and mobility for the child.

Question 4

What is a farm house called?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

What makes a house a Tudor?

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What makes a house Tudor is distinguishable features such as a steeply pitched roof, brick exterior, hand-hewn half-timbering, and front-facing gables. Tudor houses typically have ornate chimneys and tall and narrow windows representing medieval English architecture.

Question 6

What is the entryway to a house called?

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The entryway to a house is called a foyer.

Question 7

What is the history of Harmony House?

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The history of Harmony House begins in 1940, when Sears introduced the brand. From the start, the guiding vision of Harmony House was to create furniture and decorative objects in coordinating colors and styles in order to make it easy for everyday people to decorate their homes. A number of manufacturers produced pieces for Harmony House during the decade that followed. Among them were Magic Float, Bunting, Logan, Schott and Warmack. The Harmony House line continued until the late 1950s. Find a selection of Harmony House furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What is a Parlour style house?

Accepted Answer

A parlour-style house is a style of home with a rectangular, two-room configuration. In the Victorian era, the parlour was the outer room for families mainly to receive or entertain guests. It comes from the French word parlëure, meaning “to speak” or “conversation.”

Question 9

What is a sitting room in a house?

Accepted Answer

A sitting room is a living room in the house where people sit. It is alternatively called a lounge, drawing room, front room, and family room — it’s a central room that binds the house into one unit. You can find a range of furniture, rugs and carpets, seating, and decorative objects to enhance the appearance of your sitting room on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What is a dressing room in a house?

Accepted Answer

This is usually a small room, attached to the bedrooms within a house that allows for storage and is used for dressing in. If you want to set up a dazzling dressing room to get primped up within your house, then look no further than our tips on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What is a study room in a house?

Accepted Answer

A study room — frequently just called a study — is a room in the house reserved for quiet and reflection. It is a space where you can study, work on your computer or read. A good study is spacious, quiet, neatly furnished with proper ventilation. Shop a range of antique and vintage study furnishings on 1stDibs.

Question 12

Who owns House of Hackney?

Accepted Answer

Frieda Gormley and Javvy M Royle own House of Hackney as of January 2022. The husband and wife founded the interior design firm and furniture maker in London, UK, in 2010. Shop a collection of House of Hackney furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 13

Who has designed for the house of Gucci?

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Many people have designed for the house of Gucci since its founding in 1921. Founder Guccio Gucci served as the Italian luxury brand's chief designer in its early days; in 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. Paolo Gucci became chief designer in the late 1960s. Other designers who have guided Gucci include Tom Ford, Alessandro Michele, Sabato De Sarno, Alessandra Facchinetti and Frida Giannini. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Gucci apparel and accessories.

Question 14

What is a Japanese tea house called?

Accepted Answer

A Japanese tea house is referred to as chashitsu. A sacred ritual from the 9th century takes place in a tea house — Japanese tea is prepared and served by ceremony masters that adhere to a strict protocol. Tea houses are made of wood and the floor area is covered with tatami mats, where guests sit during the ceremony.

Question 15

What makes a house a Craftsman style?

Accepted Answer

A craftsman style house has many common characteristics including a covered front porch, exposed rafter tails, and tapered columns (so that they are thinner towards the top).

Question 16

What does a minimalist house look like?

Accepted Answer

A minimalist house usually looks simple yet sophisticated. Furniture used in minimalist decorating tends to have sleek, clean lines. The number of pieces placed in a space is kept to a minimum. Decorative objects are integrated sparsely to add color and texture without overwhelming the space. Open floor plans are common in minimalist homes, and their layouts often maximize natural lighting. Neutral color palettes are also frequently chosen. Overall, the emphasis of the design of a minimalist home is on the function of the space rather than on flashy decor. Find a diverse assortment of minimalist furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Question 17

Where should a wine rack be placed in a house?

Accepted Answer

Generally, a wine rack should be placed in a cool space away from areas that receive direct sunlight. Some good locations may include a cellar or basement or a large closet. You could also place one in a pantry, provided the storage area is not close to any kitchen appliances. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wine racks.

Question 18

How does a fun house mirror work?

Accepted Answer

Fun house mirrors work due to the shape of their glass surfaces. By introducing curves into the glass and tilting the panels, craftsmen create mirrors that distort the appearance of a person standing in front of them. You'll find a range of fun house mirrors on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What is the Hill House chair made of?

Accepted Answer

The original Hill House chair was made of ebonised white oak hardwood. Charles Rennie Mackintosh designed the chair, easily recognizable by its tall ladder back, in 1903. You'll find a range of Hill House chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 20

Who invented the fun house mirror?

Accepted Answer

Charles Frances Ritchel invented the fun house mirror. Over the course of his life, the American inventor patented more than 150 inventions for a variety of items, including a dirigible and a mechanical toy bank. Find a large selection of antique and vintage mirrors on 1stDibs.

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