All articles by Rebecca Paul

Rebecca Paul is a Brooklyn based artist, writer, designer and strategist currently living in Buenos Aires. With and Undergraduate degree in Illustration and a Master's in design and business strategy, Rebecca is equally passionate about discovering compelling business ventures as she is about exploring her own artistic expression. The written word is her tool for brining the two worlds together. Her previous work experience includes her position as the Business Operations Manager for Inhabitat.com, the leading website dedicated to green and sustainable art and architecture; as well as the Director of Content Strategy for Prodigy Network, a international company committed to building new economic structures through crowdfunding in Real Estate. Follow her on twitter and instagram @rebeccapaulz

Vedat Ulgen Transforms Vintage Denim Into One-of-a-Kind Furniture Pieces

January 22, 2016

Vedat Ulgen Transforms Vintage Denim Into One-of-a-Kind Furniture Pieces

By Rebecca Paul

If you love thrifting for vintage clothing and second-hand furniture, have we got the thing for you! From local industrial designer Vedat Ulgen of Thislexik, this stool and vase are both made from used clothing purchased from stores in and around Brooklyn. The shape and structure are made possible by way of resin that is left to harden for three days.
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Top 10 Transportation Proposals That Would Transform New York City

January 20, 2016

Top 10 Transportation Proposals That Would Transform New York City

By Rebecca Paul

Commuting in and around NYC can at times be a daunting task, and with the all of the pending subway closures, things are about to get a bit more complicated. However, all hope is not lost, and a trouble-free ride to work right be in the near future. From a city-wide ferry system to cell-phone friendly subway cars, both Governor Cuomo and Mayor de Blasio have several new initiatives in play to improve the city's infrastructure. In addition to these ambitious government-backed measures, there are also a slew of motivated residents looking to make some changes, including a 32-Mile Greenway in Brooklyn and Queens and a High Line-esque bridge spanning the Hudson River, just to name a few. To keep your spirits high when subway lines are down, we've put together this list of top 10 transportation proposals for NYC.
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Tsumiki Are Legos Reimagined Using Japanese Design Principles

January 20, 2016

Tsumiki Are Legos Reimagined Using Japanese Design Principles

By Rebecca Paul

We can't deny that we're big fans of LEGO bricks here at 6sqft. They incite within us welcomed nostalgia for a simpler time when our love for design and architecture was just budding. However, now that our taste has evolved we can see how the brightly colored squares may not be complementary to a more adult interior aesthetic. The folks at the Tokyo architecture firm Kengo Kumo and Associates agree and have reimagined the classic LEGO with a minimalist Japanese twist. Their new blocks, also known as Tsumiki, are shaped like an inverted V and made from wood certified by the Forest Stewardship.
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Redtop Architects’ East Village Townhouse Is a Modern Interpretation of the Split-Level Home

January 19, 2016

Redtop Architects’ East Village Townhouse Is a Modern Interpretation of the Split-Level Home

By Rebecca Paul

This gorgeous four-story townhouse in the East Village was designed by Redtop Architects for a young, growing family. The firm's visionary design combines elements of mid-century modern appeal with contemporary style for a unique look and feel that radically transformed this townhouse from drab to fab. The foundation for the home's interior spaces is designed around an open central channel connected by a wide steel staircase that provides ample natural light and space–a modern interpretation of the split-level home.
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Photo From 1918 Shows a Towering Pyramid of 12,000 German Helmets in Front of Grand Central

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January 18, 2016

Photo From 1918 Shows a Towering Pyramid of 12,000 German Helmets in Front of Grand Central

By Rebecca Paul

Grand Central Terminal has a great deal of hidden history and underground secrets, but this powerful image of German helmets taken in 1918 might not be on everyone's radar. The photo documents a collection of captured WWI helmets from German soldiers stacked in a pyramid shape on Victory Way. The politically potent tower was in view of the employees from New York Central Terminal with the famous train station visible in the background.
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Thing Industries’ Sacrificial Chair Replaces the Furniture That Gets ‘Covered in Crap’

January 14, 2016

Thing Industries’ Sacrificial Chair Replaces the Furniture That Gets ‘Covered in Crap’

By Rebecca Paul

Working and living in the big city lends itself to an extremely busy lifestyle that doesn't always allow time for more trivial chores like actually hanging your clothes in the closet. But that doesn't mean we want to prematurely dirty our beloved threads by throwing them on the floor. Designers Bridie Picot and Matt Smith of Thing Industries have the perfect solution with their Sacrificial Chair. It wasn't designed as a traditional chair (sorry folks you can't sit here), but instead to replace "that chair" that is "constantly covered in crap."
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Wireless and Beautiful Speaker-Cabinet Brings Design and Music Together

January 13, 2016

Wireless and Beautiful Speaker-Cabinet Brings Design and Music Together

By Rebecca Paul

It's beautiful when two of our favorite things, like design and music, come together, and this innovative speaker-cabinet is the perfect combo. From Verona-based designer Paolo Cappello, the Caruso is what we like to call a conversation piece. It boasts a beautiful design in both its aesthetics and functionality, as it doubles as a wireless speaker system. The cabinet is adorned with a gramophone, accessed by your device via Bluetooth.
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BONCHO: A Bike Poncho to Keep Your Legs and Feet Dry

January 11, 2016

BONCHO: A Bike Poncho to Keep Your Legs and Feet Dry

By Rebecca Paul

The weather in New York can vary from sunny skies to downpours without notice, and most of us spend at least part, if not all, of our daily commute outside at the mercy of the elements. While the standard umbrella protects us from the rain when we're on foot, the bike riding community has continued to rely on plastic bags and oversized raincoats to stay dry, leaving their legs and feet exposed to the conditions. Thanks to VANMOOF and their new bike poncho design, cleverly named BONCHO, city cyclists are about to get a lot drier.
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Robert Kuster’s Hand Blown Glass Balloons Keep the House Party Going All Year

January 10, 2016

Robert Kuster’s Hand Blown Glass Balloons Keep the House Party Going All Year

By Rebecca Paul

With the holidays behind us and the cold weather finally setting in, our next party seems farther away than we'd like to admit. With most of us our days spent either in our office or our apartment, why not invite the party into your living space with these vibrant hot glass balloons from artist Robert Kuster? Mr. Kuster started blowing glass as a second career, but has since achieved more success than most artisans do in their lifetime. His beautiful chandeliers currently hang in prestigious galleries, magnificent homes, hotels, upscale restaurants and public installations across the country, and now your New York apartment can be added to that list.
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Custom Painted Bagel Clocks Are the Perfect Wall Decor for Your NYC Breakfast Nook

January 7, 2016

Custom Painted Bagel Clocks Are the Perfect Wall Decor for Your NYC Breakfast Nook

By Rebecca Paul

New York is famous for many things but one of the most iconic as far as food culture is concerned is the bagel. Now New Yorkers and tourists alike can enjoy this delightful round bread not only on their breakfast plate but also on their wall with the Bagel-O-Clock! These fully customizable bagel wall clocks are available in several flavors including plain, pumpernickel, poppyseed, sesame and twister, and can be garnished with variety of bagel-friendly toppings. Each clock is an original piece painted by the young Canadian artist Charlotte Ficek.
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‘Inception’-Inspired Coffee Table Takes the Horizonless City to New Dimensions

January 6, 2016

‘Inception’-Inspired Coffee Table Takes the Horizonless City to New Dimensions

By Rebecca Paul

Inspired by the 2010 movie "Inception", this wild wave-like coffee table was designed by Cyprus-based designer Stelios Mousarris. While this isn't the first time we've seen a designer draw from the impressive visuals of this stellar film (see: 'Inception'-Inspired Map Shows a Horizonless NYC), Mousarris is the first to take the mind-bending map concept beyond our screen and into three-dimensions.
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Interior Steel Boxes From OODA Can Transform Any Open Space Into a Fully Functional Apartment

January 4, 2016

Interior Steel Boxes From OODA Can Transform Any Open Space Into a Fully Functional Apartment

By Rebecca Paul

Designed by the Portuguese architecture studio OODA, these interior boxes make it possible to transform any empty room into a fully-functional apartment. Each free-standing unit comes complete with all of the comforts of home including a bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, office and storage area.
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The Much-Anticipated Ecocapsule Micro-Home Is Now Available for Pre-Order

December 29, 2015

The Much-Anticipated Ecocapsule Micro-Home Is Now Available for Pre-Order

By Rebecca Paul

Excitement and anticipation over the innovative eco-friendly, pod-like micro-home dubbed Ecocapsule started back in May when they were first introduced to the public. The units are designed by Nice Architects and are totally off-grid, powered by solar and wind energy. They're finally available for preorder, and as one of the most efficient and adaptable housing solutions out there, we can't wait to see them in use.
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Bio-Inspired HEAVN Caffeine Lamp Will Boost Your Attention Levels Like Coffee

December 23, 2015

Bio-Inspired HEAVN Caffeine Lamp Will Boost Your Attention Levels Like Coffee

By Rebecca Paul

It's been estimated that roughly 70 percent of working people spend more than six hours a day basking in the artificial light of a computer screen. Research has concluded that overstimulation by artificial light can have negative consequences on your health as bad as metabolic problems, insomnia, depression, concentration disorders, headaches, fatigue and increased stress. This unfortunate reality for today's working population was the inspiration for the development of HEAVN Caffeine, an innovative office light designed to mimic the therapeutic frequencies of natural light. The light is said to not only make you more productive by optimizing your biorhythms—"it boosts your attention levels with the push of a button, just like a strong espresso," says its designers—but it will also help you stay healthier.
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StudioMDA Explores Fantasy and Sexuality in a Hank Moody-Inspired Bedroom

December 22, 2015

StudioMDA Explores Fantasy and Sexuality in a Hank Moody-Inspired Bedroom

By Rebecca Paul

It's commonly known that Hank Moody, the main character from Showtime's Californication is an ex-New Yorker making his way through the wild streets of Los Angeles. But this small factoid didn't stop the agency responsible for the show's marketing from building a New York homage to the sexual freedom explored by Moody and many of the other characters in the show. As described by StudioMDA, the designers behind this out-of-the-box deliverable, "the bedroom we designed for him is a perfect room for one of his trysts – a place where pleasure and fetishism are tangible and the boundaries between desire and reality are blurred." Well, we couldn't have said it better ourselves.
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Studio DB’s Tribeca Penthouse Strikes the Perfect Balance of Beauty and Functionality

December 21, 2015

Studio DB’s Tribeca Penthouse Strikes the Perfect Balance of Beauty and Functionality

By Rebecca Paul

Tribeca has been a NYC hot spot for well over a decade and is home to one of the city's most sought-after zip codes. Thanks to its large stock of lofts and historic architecture, the trendy 'hood is chock full of drool-worthy real estate, and this classic penthouse is no exception. The home was renovated in 2014 by the design team at Studio DB, who set out to make the space both beautiful and functional for the homeowners' growing family.
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A Wood Boat Hull Makes Up the Mezzanine of This Colorful Chelsea Loft

December 11, 2015

A Wood Boat Hull Makes Up the Mezzanine of This Colorful Chelsea Loft

By Rebecca Paul

There is an abundance of cool lofts in Chelsea, and we love exploring the interiors of these impressive open spaces. The best part is that the design of each individual unit is often left up to the tenants, resulting in some truly unique layouts. However, it's not so often that we see two units with different owners following they same program, but for the families living in these two adjacent apartments it was the perfect solution. Together they hired SYSTEMarchitects to create two bedrooms in each of their narrow spaces, as well as access to an exterior deck that maximizes natural light and air. Plus, both spaces' 11-foot ceilings gave the design team enough room to create a sleeping and storage mezzanine, which was inspired by a wood boat hull.
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The First Panda Ever in the U.S. Lived in a NYC Apartment

December 10, 2015

The First Panda Ever in the U.S. Lived in a NYC Apartment

By Rebecca Paul

Having a pet and living in the city isn't always the easiest arrangement, and unfortunately for many animal lovers it's just not doable. While some of us reluctantly accept the limitations of our living situation, fashion designer and New York socialite Ruth Harkness went beyond the norm on all counts. In 1936, Mrs. Harkness traveled to China in search of a panda, one of the rarest animals of the time. Not only did she find what she was looking for, but she also took her new baby panda back with her to New York.
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History

Did You Know There Was a Movie Theatre in Grand Central for 30 Years?

December 9, 2015

Did You Know There Was a Movie Theatre in Grand Central for 30 Years?

By Rebecca Paul

Grand Central Terminal is one of New York City's most beloved landmarks, and over the years this historic transportation hub has stood the test of time. While the majority of the structure has remained intact, the businesses inside the station have seen their fair share of changes since first opening in 1871. But one of the station's more notable and less widely known tenants includes a special movie theatre designed specifically for travelers.
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Where to See the Best Lights in NYC This Holiday Season

Rolf’s Christmas Display via Rolf’s

December 8, 2015

Where to See the Best Lights in NYC This Holiday Season

By Rebecca Paul

It's Christmastime in the city! It's also time to see what New York City has to offer in this year's twinkly lights department. We've seen it time and time again—New York City painted as a romantic holiday backdrop, perfect for evoking the true Christmas spirit. Most of us are already familiar with classic destinations like Rockefeller Center and the Macy's window display, so in lieu of the standard roster 6sqft has put together the following list to help you find some of the less obvious (but no less spectacular) places to see fabulous lights for the 2015 holiday season.
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Personalized Manhole Doormat Will Welcome You Home to Your Urban Oasis

December 8, 2015

Personalized Manhole Doormat Will Welcome You Home to Your Urban Oasis

By Rebecca Paul

Incorporating urban inspired design accessories into your home decor can be fun for the whole family. From towering skyscrapers to bustling streets, the city is packed full of interesting visual references, and graphic designer Jim Holodak choose the often overlooked manhole cover as the muse for his doormat design. Now you can enjoy the excitement of the city's raw energy without leaving your house!
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Soho Loft by SMH Architects Features a Modern Wrap-Around Library

December 7, 2015

Soho Loft by SMH Architects Features a Modern Wrap-Around Library

By Rebecca Paul

Loft living is a dream come true for many lucky New Yorkers, but more often than not these sought after open spaces require some custom design work. The residents of this Soho loft wanted to add custom work to showcase their spectacular book collection, and they now share their home with this exquisite library. Designed by the New York firm Smith-Miller and Hawkinson Architects (SMH), the space features shelving with clean, modern lines and dramatic lights that transform the standard bookshelf into a work of art.
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Truffles Privé Redefines the Meaning of Eclectic With an Opium Bed and Lockers for Booze

December 4, 2015

Truffles Privé Redefines the Meaning of Eclectic With an Opium Bed and Lockers for Booze

By Rebecca Paul

Located in northern Tribeca, just across from Hudson River Park on the border of Soho, the Truffles Privé is a 7,000-square-foot private club attached to two large full-service apartment buildings. Back in 2009, this exclusive and beautifully decorated club helped to rent 90 of the 291 apartments in just six weeks after being on the market with no advertising. The interior design was the result of a collaboration between interior architecture firm Povero & Company and the design team lead by David Cafiero. The details that make up this interior are an eclectic combination of intelligent curation and out-of-the-box creativity.
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Kuiper Belt Planter’s Design Is Dedicated to Undiscovered Life Forms

December 2, 2015

Kuiper Belt Planter’s Design Is Dedicated to Undiscovered Life Forms

By Rebecca Paul

From Russian designer Katerina Kopytina this series of hanging pots was designed as a dedication to the life forms still waiting to be discovered. The series is entitled "Kuiper Belt" and is named after the part of the solar system, which when discovered, was responsible for Pluto losing its status as a planet. Each pot represents a new form of life denoted by its symbol found on the bottom of the pot.
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Tiny $9 Lamp Shade Transforms Your Smartphone Flashlight Into Functional Furniture

November 30, 2015

Tiny $9 Lamp Shade Transforms Your Smartphone Flashlight Into Functional Furniture

By Rebecca Paul

Our smartphones provide us with a plethora of conveniences that make it hard to remember how we lived without them. Now the design team at Peleg Design, who recently teamed up with the founder's alma mater Holon Institute of Technology in Israel, have added desk lamp to the list. More formally known as Luma, this mini lamp is made from acrylic and was designed to clip on to your device and diffuse the light coming from a smartphone flashlight.
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