Based out of the Netherlands, Moooi offers a quirky, artistic collection of furniture, lighting and accessories. Each piece makes a statement. Every piece has a story. Here are some of my favorites.
Shiny, sculptural, unscripted. Designed by Jaime Hayon .
Wilbur….Mr. Ed? Designed by Front.
A dainty cube of handmade crocheted cotton shaped and formed with epoxy resin [...]
The Flower; one of nature’s most beautiful accents has made a big impact in fashion and design this year. As 2009 rounds out floral prints are leaving a lasting impression. Drawn from natural inspiration, such as beautiful fields and manicured gardens, flowers have been and will remain pleasurable symbols that we all desire.
The Dallas [...]
Next door to our church in Midtown is the Atlanta campus of Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD), which is frequently the location for local industry events and meetings. Such was the case this summer when I walked thru the art-lined corridors clad with the next generation of interior designers working on their [...]
We all have them and love them, but I think sometimes we tend to underestimate the power of a simple pillow. Whether you spend $12 or $200, a perfectly placed pillow can make all of the difference between a mediocre room and a really fun and fabulous space. And, because they tend to have [...]
NEW YORK CITY/GOTHAM/THE BIG APPLE
FIELD TRIP 2
South of Soho/Chinatown
We all know about Soho, but the big box stores have invaded, pushing the cutting edge design emporiums and eateries further south.
Although my most recent visit was during a week of reoccurring rain storms, the sudden dash into the closest space proved to be a lot of [...]
I have always had a soft spot for felt. This wooly matted fabric is such a flexible textile that it can be cut, bent and shaped into so many things. Felt actually predates knitted and woven fabric, and is considered the oldest fabric known to mankind. How ‘bout that!
Just discovered off of Daily Candy, (www.dailycandy.com) [...]
Amanda Brisbane is one of the UK’s finest glass artists. She has an extensive education in Art and Design from both England and The United States. While shopping at one of my favorite Fort Worth luxury home stores, dh Collection, I happened to stumble upon her Rainbow Fish vessel. I could not take my eyes [...]
So many shades of orange fun….Mandarin, Pumpkin, Terra Cotta, Nectar, Tangerine, Persimmon and Salmon, just to name a few! No matter your favorite tone, you have Hermes to thank for the passion and dramatic mood evoked by this fresh & fabulous color!
Enjoy the world of Hermes, the leader in orange luxuries, at www.usa.hermes.com
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