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Courtesy of Hanna Ernsting If you're celebrating Valentine's Day solo this year, your plans might involve a combination of watching The Bachelor 20th anniversary special, drinking half a bottle of wine by yourself (whoops), and reminiscing nostalgically about exes past. However, Frankfurt-based designer Hanna Ernesting's Moody Couch may just make spending V-Day solo slightly more bearable. You can envelope yourself in the pouf's giant tactile blanket, making it ideal for Netflix binges, hibernation, and crying like Kim Kardashian. This isn't the first time designers have been inspired by the single life. Ina Sempe's Enveloppe Sofa is designed to mimic spooning, while IKEA caught fire for its LÖNE singleton table, designed for solo eaters, back in 2014. Because why cozy up with an S.O. when you can cozy up with a couch instead, right? Check out the Moody Couch in action here: [h/t 6sqft From: ELLE Decor US By Devin Alessio

Etsy/Anthology Candles From the popcorn stands on Main Street to orange blossoms on Soarin', "The Happiest Place On Earth" is arguably also the best smelling one.  Now, lawyer-turned-artist Rheney Williams is selling 12 Disney World-inspired candles on her site, Anthology Candles, so that you can bring the magic of the parks home. Her scents range from Dole Whip, named after Disney's frozen pineapple dessert, and A Spoonful of Sugar, a vanilla flavor, to Haunted Mansion, which, according to Wonder & Company, captures "the smell of  'musty carpets and dusty furnishings.'" There's also Belle's Library, which is reminiscent of old books and roses.   Each eight-ounce candle costs $$; a 3-pack retails for $$. Williams also sells whiffs inspired by Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, and, because this is 2016, Taylor Swift.  This isn't the first time candle makers have turned...

Some days all you want to do is binge on whatever original series Netflix just added or rewatch all 11 seasons of Grey's Anatomy for the millionth time, but sometimes, something a little older sounds good. Those options are a little harder to find when you spend all your streaming hours on the new stuff, so if you're in the mood for a vintage TV series, here are nine options that premiered 20 or more years ago. (Yes, that means that the '90s are considered "vintage.") 1. The Twilight Zone Getty The Twilight Zone is a sci-fi/fantasy anthology series from the 1960s, loaded with plot twists, famous guest stars like William Shatner and Robert Redford, and signature spooky voiceovers. Each episode is a standalone, like little plays, so you can skip around to whichever episodes look most compelling, or least likely to freak you out when you're watching home alone in bed. Try the classic episode "Nightmare at 20,000 Feet," about a plane trip that turns i...

In September of 1973, we thought we had the future all figured out. That's when this story originally ran in House Beautiful, claiming to predict what homes had in store for the years ahead. A few things we got right: an early look at family " command centers ," open floor plans, and even crafting corners appear below. Sadly, Marimekko-covered pianos have not become a household essential. Still, it's fun to open this time-capsule and see what we were dreaming decades ago. This month, House Beautiful addresses itself to change. A change already evident and one whose impact is certain to become greater upon each of us. Here is provocative concept for living, a concept based on three inescapable changes: 1) Housing is increasingly expensive. 2) Space is increasingly shrinking. 3) Our way of life is increasingly informal. Natalie F. Siegel The view of "The Living Center" from above illustrates how it would function as the core of a single-family house. Front ...

Tinder may be the latest big thing in dating, but will its iconic "swipe right for yes!" translate to real estate? UPTOP, a new smartphone app for prospective movers, bets so. Available in June for New York City residents hunting for rentals, the app invites its users swipe right on listings they love and dismiss the ones they hate by swiping left. Right now, the app is a bit limited, but even if you're not looking to move within the Big Apple, it's always fun to window shop. And here's hoping that homes for sale make it to the app soon along with expanded coverage areas, because anything that makes the stressful house-hunting process easier and more fun — even if it means taking cues from a dating app — is fine by us. [via Apartment Therapy More from House Beautiful: • The Amazing List: 75 Smart Home Tech Solutions • The 5 Best Apps to Up Your Insta-Game • Could the Secret to a Great Garden Be on Your Phone? By Jamie Wiebe

Lego Unless you have a kid who loves to build, it's probably been a few years since you last picked up a set of brightly colored LEGOs. And newsflash: They aren't brightly colored anymore. The LEGO Architecture Studio isn't, anyway. The sleek 1,200-piece set still comes in various shapes and sizes, but LEGO has abandoned the traditional primary palette for white and clear bricks instead. The company hopes to pique architect's interest — and tap into their nostalgic side, since many of them probably first got their start in the playroom, designing LEGO buildings as kids. LEGO There's also a 272-page inspirational guide book that suggests designs based on some of the world's most significant buildings. Basically, architecture buffs are going to love this. Lego On the less expansive end of the spectrum, LEGO has also just announced its new NYC skyline-inspired set (it will hit shelves in January), which...

Courtesy of EverBlock Systems These modular blocks are basically LEGOs on steroids — but instead of building a mini Eiffel Tower or a princess palace, they're the building blocks for playful couches, coffee tables, and even walls. Pretty genius, right? The idea came to Aaron Rosan, a serial entrepreneur, when he asked his three young boys (all under the age of 10!) what kind of company he should start next.  He should have been able to predict how his avid LEGO-using boys would respond: "[They] said, 'Dad, you like to build things and if you are going to build another business, it should be something you can touch and feel,'" Rosan told TODAY . "I thought 'Hey, what's more fun than building with blocks?'" And thus, EverBlock Systems was born.  The individual pieces are designed with a locking system that allows multiple blocks to attach together. They come in three different sizes — full...

If bundling up for a big trip sounds like bliss to you, start with these locales. Getty Bavarian Alps, Germany Winter sport enthusiasts and snow lovers alike will find plenty to do in Bavaria, Germany. The area's many snowy peaks offer visitors the chance to ski, sled, snowtube, and ice climb. If you do need a break from the cold, just head to the spa region for a little relaxation and pampering. Getty Aspen, Colorado Aspen, Colorado is one of the most quintessential wintery towns in America, so it's no surprise that it plays host to a number of cold weather-friendly activities. Visitors can enjoy the snow and brisk air with sleigh rides, snowmobiles, and outdoor ice skating. Getty Big Sky, Montana Though Big Sky is not technically its own town, the community that calls itself the gateway to Yellowstone has made a name for itself as a winter haven. Big Sky is home to the most skiable terrain in America, so winter sport enthusiasts abound. Getty Chamonix, France Located in ...

Instagram/alexkeha When it comes to adding a touch of nature to a room, most people use potted plants or a bouquet of flowers. Argentina-based artist Alexandra Kehayoglou, however, is taking that concept several steps further with her breathtaking rug designs, which recreate nature's beauty.  Kehayoglou, who grew up in a family of rugmakers, started making nature-inspired carpets in 2008. "I realized that the knowledge of rugs I had was in my genes. Using it as an artist became inevitable," she told Instagram.  To create her rugs, which take about two months to make, she uses scraps from other carpets made in her family's factory. The results are meadow-like rugs made of different shades of green and sometimes include elements of water.  The wool creations also have a personal significance for Kehayoglou: Every piece is based on a specific memory and is tied to the landscapes of her home country. "The pieces are big and feel infinit...

We can't think of anyone who wouldn't love an excuse to pick up a box of crayons again. Courtesy of Barnes and Noble Secret Garden: An Inky Treasure Hunt and Coloring Book This coloring book pretty much started the whole coloring craze for adults — and with good reason: The pages are filled with highly intricate botanical prints and open-ended designs that make the book stunning to color, let alone look at. Fun fact: The coloring book has already attracted nearly 2 million buyers worldwide. ($$$$; barnesandnoble.com) Amazon.com Country Scenes Coloring Book Full-page drawings of meadows, farms, and other quintessential rural scenes are captured in this beautiful coloring book. The paper material is also ideal for any kind of use: water color, markers, pens, and paints. ($$$$; target.com) Courtesy of Barnes and Noble Enchanted Forest: An Inky Quest & Coloring Book Full of hidden treasures, fun mazes, and expansive illustrations, the second book in Johanna Basford colle...