When construction first started, the room was nothing but cement, sheets of insulation and plastic, and some ductwork and pipes for the upstairs. I only had a vague concept of what I wanted in a home theater, but there were a few things I knew would be necessary. Functionality Usually, when people think of a home theater, they imagine built-in stadium seating with six or … [Read more...]
Dara Modern: Design Store Seeks Clean, Elegant Look
Birds perched on the spouts of teapots, figures trapped in canisters trying to push their way out; a vase with multiple faces. Where can you find these eclectic objects in Salt Lake? At Dara Modern, along with place settings, silverware, furniture and kitchen devices. When Dustin Matinkah, owner of Dara Modern, bought a home in 2012, he had difficulty finding … [Read more...]
A Well-Designed Kitchen is the Soul of a Home
A kitchen is both the soul and nerve center of a house. It connects the family through cords of communication and cuisine. The Doyle family home in Holladay makes it a centerpiece as well. The house’s open floor plan draws you toward the large space with its expansive center island, open shelves, and abundance of natural light. It is hard to imagine the house without this s … [Read more...]