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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.

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

Mellerio is the oldest jewelry house in Paris. Furthermore, Mellerio is one of Europe’s oldest jewelry makers and one of its oldest family-run companies. The Mellerino family established their shop in Italy in 1613 and started trading at Versailles in 1777. Francois Mellerio relocated the shop to Paris during the early 18th century. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Mellerio jewelry.

How old Harmony House furniture is varies. Sears began producing the Harmony House range in 1940 and continued to manufacture it through 1964. As a result, the brand's pieces are more than 50 to 80 years old, depending on their year of production. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Harmony House furniture.

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.