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This is a final Interior Design Thesis presentations in movie form, from different semesters and different students. In their final thesis presentation the student needs to show all the skills he learned at Harrington College. The students can choose a 30-50,000 square foot project of their choice for the portfolio. They are writing a client profile, collect information, get inspirations, research the direction of their project, create a concept, do the diagrams for a program, build a model, sketch, develop the project in floor plans, create sections, developed the space, 3 dimensional elements (like stairs/openings in the space)  and  do the renderings of the space. The students are writing an environmental statement of the project. They choose furniture, colors, contrasts, materials, and create a detail. The Students have to ‘sell ‘the project to the teacher and the critics and present their final project with an impressive presentation.

Harrington Faculty diligently work to create the best programs for their students.

Students go out in the field as part of the Harrington program to learn about different vendors and the different ways suppliers support the interior design industry.  Sources, sources, sources.

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An unusual sunrise this morning. Different is what makes life interesting! Enjoy your java and come back in a little bit for some great inspirational design ideas.

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Good Morning my early Bird! Enjoy this beautiful sunrise through the dune grass.  Come back in a little bit for some great furniture ideas and design inspiration!

Honorable mention! Congratulations!
Ashley:
“Hello!!! My name is Ashley Hughes and I am a senior at Harrington College of Design. I was born and raised in Chicago which gave me the benefit to explore and be inspired from some of the world’s greatest architecture and interior spaces. I would love to work with restaurant and hotel design! I am very open minded when it comes to different styles and techniques. I am not only amazed when I see a design that I am interested in but I appreciate it’s use and role in a space. Three important things I look for in furniture when I shop is: 1. The quality of the product 2. Making sure the item is function able 3. The design structure of the piece should make sense and be practical.”

Sheryl Houda and Malia AcohidoGettty’s Competition Winners! Congratulations from YourFurnitureLink.com!

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There is something magnetic when the sun is rising over water.  Enjoy that java and come back in a little bit for some great interior design ideas at yourfurniturelink.com

At Mig and Tig in Chicago, we have carried Kinzig lighting for many years.  There is not much to compare against Kinzig, as they very much stand out on their own.  Each lamp is made from solid brass and copper elements that are finished using processing that will never chip or discolor.

You will find vibrant, hand blown glass that is incorporated from two well regarded glass hand blowing studios per  specifications from Kinzig.  The richly colored shades are sewn from embroidered silks and other elegant fabrics and topped with a distinctive final.

Check out more Kinzig Design on YourFurnitureLink.com.   This is a great lamp line if you are in search of unique and qualilty lighting.

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There is not a lot of time to enjoy these kind of colors in the morning.  Before you know it, the day has begun and the colors fade.  Enjoy the morning java and come back in a bit for some great Furniture Ideas at YourFurnitureLink.com

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Shedding light!  Good morning early bird!  Sip that morning java and come back in a bit for great interior design ideas at YourFurnitureLink.com!

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Antiques in white add a sense of light to historic environments.  If you have an old space, consider blending some white in, especially for a touch of cottage warmth.

Honorable mention! AV Challenge sponsored by MigandTig.com and MortiseTenon.com. Congratulations, Rachel, from all of us at YourFurnitureLink.com.

“My name is Rachel Yarkony, I am 24 years old and I am originally from the North suburbs of Chicago. I moved to downtown Chicago after I graduated from the University of Texas (at Austin) in 2006 and enrolled in the Harrington interior design program in January 2007. Everything around me inspires me in design especially nature and the places I have traveled.”

The “Sin Board” was conceived in the summer of 2008 at Harrington College of Design. This is where students anonymously submit their sins and it is written on a huge black board at the school.  There is some really good, juicy stuff. One of my favorites is, “I fantasize about Peter Klick” (an instructor at Harrington).

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Good morning my early bird!  Enjoy that hot java and let the sun hit your face!  Come back in a little while for some great Interior Design Inspiration!

Some are at a point in life where we wish to de-clutter our minds and spaces.  Entering a chaotically designed room can be uneasy.  Yet, environments that present as relaxing and warm create a relieving mind set.

Green and Sienna Furniture gives an emotion of calm.  Sequoia, designer and owner emulates his personality into his furniture line…harmonious.

At MigandTig.com and MortiseTenon.com we applaud and support small businesses like Sequoia’s that provide great design and integrity.  Nope, no private jets, big expense accounts or bailout money here… just great design ideas and hard work. Check out Sequoia at his store or contact Green and Sienna if you are a retailer for a little Zen.

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Good Morning my early bird!  This morning view could be categorized as simply…spiritual! We’ll see you in a bit at YourFurnitureLink.com for our Harrington Talent on Thursdays!  Visit HauteNature.com for some more eco creative ideas.

Global Views always introduces fresh and uplifting lighting.  If you’re on a search for retro and modern home accessories take it from a huge fan, MigandTig.com, to definitely check out more accents by this innovative company.  YourFurnitureLink.com and their retailers love Global Views!

Sometimes finding that perfect end table that has the right scale can be a bit of a challenge.  Global Views has no shortage of end tables…especially unusual ones.

Stop by mmart.com or contact the Casa Bella 312.670.0760 or email ADunn@casabellaonline.com to view the selection of  this great wholesale furniture line.

Enjoy placing your fresh cut flowers in festive vases from the great selection this wholesale furniture vendor has to offer!  And refer to the master of great flower arranging at  MarthaStewart.com We bow down to you Martha!

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Nature has such wonderful colors!  We get inspired at YourFurnitureLink.com with the outdoors.  For more organic  inspiration, also visit NaturalandSustainable.com.

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This morning view is a very tough one to beat my early bird!  It almost does not even appear to be real!  Enjoy the java and come back in a little bit for some great Interior Design Ideas at YourFurnitureLink.com and discover green girl stuff at  gorgeouslygreen.com!

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Capture a little bit of the Old World with Peninsula Furniture Company!  This company is a gem of a find and not to be overlooked if you are a retailer, interior designer or consumer.  See more Peninsula here.

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Good morning my early bird! There are some beautiful places in the world, with beautiful mornings! Enjoy your java and come back in a while for yourfurniturelink.com interior decorating ideas!

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Well, it looks like these amigos had a heck of a day. Good night fellas and be ready for an intense furniture search tomorrow at yourfurniturelink.com

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Curvy, sexy and very Hollywood is not only a description for the celebrated Marilyn Monroe…but also furniture by Patagonia Trading. Contact the elegant Jim Winkels@aol.com for more Hollywood and sexiness!

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Good morning my early bird! A tree of life and a beautiful morning. Enjoy your java and come back in a while for some yourfurniturelink.com furniture ideas!

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Catch you in the morning for more good design tips at yourfurniturelink.com.

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This furniture factory, Haute House, gives new meaning to the phrase, “vivacious design”. He not only lives it, Casey Fisher of Haute House expresses it in his furniture design! Horchow Home has recently featured him as his own category! Wouldn’t expect anything less from Casey. A star is born!

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Good morning my early bird! Couldn’t you live in this moment forever? Enjoy the java and the early morning. Come back in a while for some good design ideas at yourfurniturelink.com.

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Nothing like a nice, deep, restful sleep. See you in the morning for more good interior decorating tips at yourfurniturelink.com

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You heard right…bean bags! Fun and whimsical bean bags from Sitting Bull Furniture. A great addition for kids rooms or TV rooms. Check out more at Sitting Bull.

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Good morning my early bird! This is a dramatic morning view. Ahhh, mother nature at her best. Don’t mess with that lady. Enjoy your java and come back in a few hours to share some good decorating ideas at yourfurniturelink.com

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So ready to go into my dreamland. See you in the morning for another furniture search. I’ll see you at yourfurniturelink.com in the morning.

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Search for furniture, including great leather sofas on YourFurnitureLink.com at American Leather.  This is such an innovative company that has fresh furniture design, high quality and really nice people to do business with!  If you are purchasing wholesale furniture, visit American Leather…you won’t be dissapointed.

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Good morning my early bird! Enjoy this view with your morning java and come back to yourfurniturelink.com for more great desgin ideas in a few hours. Mmmmm, the smell of an early morning!

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Sun is setting and it is time to rest. See you in the morning for another good furniture search at yourfurniturelink.com

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Recently, Candice Olson was on Oprah’s Clean Up Your Messy House Tour and  also launched her Candice Olson Designer Furniture  with Revco International.  One Busy Lady!  We love your furniture, Candice!

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Good morning my early bird! What a wonderful morning view! Take a moment and appreciate it. Come back in a few hours to see decorating ideas at yourfurniturelink.com.

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Just a little itch on my tummy and off to dreamland I go! See you in the morning for some more good design ideas at yourfurniturelink.com.

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The Presidential Collection, by Barcalounger.  Leave it up to YourFurnitureLink.com to find furniture for our President Barack Obama!

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The early bird catches the worm! Nothing is more amazing than a sun rising! Sip and enjoy your java, smell the morning air and come back in a bit to see our furniture ideas at yourfurniturelink.com

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We are dreaming about more good design ideas. See you in the morning at yourfurniturelink.com

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Get Interior Decorating ideas from YourFurnitureLink.com and discover Currey & Company.  This boutique lighting company creates chandeliers, lamps, wall sconces, accent furniture and garden accessories.  Currey & Company always has innovative accent design ideas for the home.

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Good Morning, my sunshine! It is not hard to take this morning view. Mother Nature’s colors are so great! Enjoy your java and come back in a bit to see more home decorating tips at yourfurniturelink.com

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I am a sleepy Koala.  Good night and see you in the morning for more furniture decorating ideas on yourfurniturelink.com.

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