HGTV's 6th season of Design Star is back and better than ever. In the first episode they are given the challenge to makeover the penthouse they will be living in. The bonus room is assigned to Karl and Kellie, where they will have to work as a team to develop a creative design.

This challenging nook under the stairs, was a difficult architectural feature to work around. Kellie created this cozy window seat that invites you in with Gus* Modern jasper cubes in billards vert ($295 each) tucked under the seat for convienent access. Use the cubes as ottomans, extra seating, or paired together for a coffee table.

In this photo you can see the exterior of the nook with the Gus cubes and the Upcycle ottoman ( $425). The Upcycle ottoman is made out of recycled coffee bean bags. Each one is unique and you never know what print you will receive. We just received these and they sure look cool on the showroom floor.

Watch the full episode to see other footage of great and not so great design ideas.

Learn about one of our favorite manufacturers by checking out this great video on Gus* Modern!

One of our favorite chairs, the Parisienne by Calligaris (http://www.ubhip.com/products/chairs/parisienne/), has been spotted in Architectural digest! Check it out: