Archive for August, 2010

Buy William Yeoward – There’s a new kid in town (sort of)–William Yeoward Furniture USA

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010

While he is no stranger to the design world, William Yeoward is probably best known for his exquisite crystal collection that was introduced in 1996 and subsequently won the “Best New Product” award from British House and Garden.  He is now partnering with leaders in the design industry and bringing his award winning furniture designs to America with his William Yeoward Furniture, USA  collection.
To view his new collection visit yeowardfurnitureusa.com

This collection will feature not only upholstered furniture but an exquisite line of case goods along with hand embroidered pillows and an amazing lighting collection.  It is available in several to-the-trade showrooms across the country with more showrooms added as the year progresses.  Best of all, it is made right here in the USA which allows for quicker lead times and quality control.   franks red pillows wyeoward

Mr. Yeoward has a penchant for ships furniture from the 1930′s and draws on his family’s shipping background for inspiration.  Classic shapes have been softened with rolled arms and a rounded back like those found on the Percy sofa.  Add a luxurious fabric in a striking color combination and you have a classic in the making.  The Rhia chair features flared rear legs that, along with the sexy cutouts, gives it a bit of a racy personality, don’t you think?franks rhia chair

All of these items can be customized to meet your exact specifications, from fabric to finish to trim, resulting in a true work of art for your home

Buy Schumacher Fabric – Enjoy the geometric fabric trend with Imperial Trellis fabric by Schumacher

Thursday, August 26th, 2010

Geometrics are in!  All you have to do is open a shelter magazine these days and you will see pillows, rugs, window treatments and furniture in geometric patterns that range from a crisp zigzag to an earthy Ikat to a soft and lovely trellis pattern like the one Schumacher offers in their Imperial Trellis line. 

Schumacher has provided discriminating homeowners with exquisite fabrics for over a century.  The recent collaboration with famed designer, Kelly Wearstler, has resulted in a collection inspired by her world travels and love for everything Asian.  Imperial Trellis offers a trellis design printed on linen and available in 4 colorways including Citrine shown here.Schumacher_Imperial_Trellis  Other geometric patterns by Kelly include Fern Tree, a stylized diamond print, and Emerald Cut, a bold and busy pattern available in 5 unique colors including mandarin red and cool bristol blue.

You don’t have to take a math class again to enjoy using these vibrant patterns and cool linen fabric as draperies in a master bedroom, dining room or formal living room.  And the soft citrine color available in Imperial Trellis will complement the outdoor surroundings of a pool house or sunroom.

Buy Ironware International – Light up your life with Ironware International

Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

Lighting is perhaps one of the most overlooked aspects of designing a room but just may be one of the most important. Lighting fixtures that can also act as decorative accessories or even artwork can turn an ordinary room into ironware densomething spectacular.

If you are not familiar with Ironware International you must check them out! Karin Eaton started this business back in 1986 after a buying trip to France introduced her to a remarkable blacksmith by the name of Pierre Picard. Determined to bring his artistry and skill to the U.S., Karin opened Ironware International and the rest is design history.ironware chandelier

With over 500 lighting and furniture designs available there is something for everyone. Choose from beautiful chandeliers that will turn your ceiling into an art gallery; sconces in interesting and unique shapes that will brighten any wall space or dark corner and hand forged accent tables to add that finishing touch to your rooms.ironware ta ble

If the idea of iron furniture conjures up visions of heavy black iron found in old spanish villas then you are in for a surprise.  Ironware International offers a selection of hand applied finishes that include polished and matte in colors that range from a rich warm brown to a surprising soft gold. And, of course, if you have a custom design, they will work together with you to make your visions come to life.

Don’t overlook the importance of beautiful lighting and custom finishes in a room.  These are the small details that set your space apart from others.

Buy Kravet – Make them Green with envy with Kravet Green Collection

Friday, August 20th, 2010

Kravet-Showroom

It wasn’t all that long ago that the word green simply referred to a color. It conjured up images of lush green lawns, sparkling emeralds or talking frogs. My how times have changed! Today the word still refers to a color, of course, but more often than not it is used to reference recycling, reducing toxins or refers to an environmentally friendly product. There is green water, green furniture, green cars and green buildings. Kravet has jumped on the green bandwagon and developed a line of eco-friendly fabrics that make it possible for you to create a healthy home and protect the environment even if green is not your decorating color of choice.

The Kravet Green line is a collection of fabrics that have been produced from 100% recycled polyester. To insure an eco-friendly product, water based finishes and environmentally friendly dyes have been used. These fabrics are available in four different collections:
• Earth offers textural items like seagrass and raffia in colors you would expect—warm beige and tan, yummy chocolate brown and sophisticated gray and black.
• Fire speaks of crimson red, orange and regal purple.
• Ocean is, of course, a collection of soothing blues and greens softened with a touch of beige.
• Ultrasuede is a faux suede microfiber product available in several neutral colors that will complement any interior.

Patterns are soft and understated and speak of ferns and vines with an exotic paisley or trellis design also available.

While Kermit may say it is not easy being green, with products like those found in the Kravet Green Collection it is certainly easy to create a green home.