KŌŌI Magazine
Bauhaus and IKEA: A Marriage of Minimalism, Business, and Utopia
What do a century-old design school and a Swedish retail giant have in common? More than you’d think. Discover how Bauhaus ideals echo through IKEA’s aisles and into our homes today
How to Reduce Dust at Home and Improve Indoor Air Quality
A practical routine for cutting household dust, from source control and damp cleaning to smarter vacuuming, bedding care and filtration
West Elm x Lone Fox Holiday Collection: What Works Beyond Christmas
A practical review of the West Elm x Lone Fox holiday collection, from faux bois and tapestry to the pieces that can keep working after Christmas.
How to Prepare Your Property for a New Construction Project
A practical guide to preparing a property before construction begins, from site assessment and soil testing to permits, budget, contractors, and utilities
What You Can’t See in a Reclining Chair: The Hidden Parts That Decide How Long It Lasts
Learn which reclining chair parts affect durability and how to test the base, gas lift, tilt mechanism, footrest, castors and mesh before buying
The Soft Kitchen Trend Works – If You Protect the Work Zone
The soft kitchen trend works when comfort stays outside the hardest-working zone. Use this two-zone rule to add warmth without hurting workflow.
Before You Renovate, Check the Records the Room Cannot Show You
Craig R Walker of ZeroDown Consulting explains the permit checks homeowners miss, with a practical guide to the records and assessments to gather before work starts
IKEA’s New VARDAGEN Cast-Iron Pots Start at $34.99. Here’s Which Size Makes Sense
Compare IKEA's new VARDAGEN enameled cast-iron pots by price, capacity, dimensions, care, and the cooking jobs each size handles best.
26 Unfinished William Morris Designs Became Washable Rugs – The Archive Is the Best Part
A practical look at how unfinished William Morris archive designs became washable Ruggable rugs, with material, care and styling trade-offs
Venus Williams Made a Better Power Recliner – 5 Pieces Worth the Space
A practical assessment of the Venus Williams x Crate & Barrel collection, from the Lawn Club recliner to lighting, scale and real-room planning
How to Create a Calm, Minimalist Garden Without Making It Feel Bare
Create a calm minimalist garden that feels intentional, not bare, with practical guidance on structure, color, texture, planting, and maintenance
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