News and nuggets from the design sphere.

Watch out, tiny tiles and hardwood floors. They’re among the list of trends are just impractical, according to HouseLogic, which came up with bathroom ideas to reconsider.

New technologies in the kitchen are helping reduce waste. FridgeCam, a new wireless camera, is launching in Europe, while startup Ovie uses Bluetooth technology to track food expiration dates.

Mid-century modern retailer Joybird has proven popular ($55 million in sales last year), and now, La-Z-Boy is set to acquire the Millennial-focused e-commerce brand.

No one is immune from the Trump administration’s trade war, including your own bedroom and bathroom. The recently implemented tariffs on made-in-China goods will affect products like mattresses, towels, and even Christmas tree lights, making them pricier.