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Donghia Fabrics

Monday, January 30th, 2012

Donghia FabricsSophistication without pretense and simplicity beyond predictability best define Donghia Fabrics, created to meet the demands of various design environments – from the most beautiful homes to the most opulent indoor and outdoor spaces. A name that has always been associated with design excellence and uncompromising quality, Donghia is also a forerunner of innovation. Whether you need designer Italian fabrics or opulent French textiles, Donghia Fabrics strives to meet every designer’s requirement for versatility and style.

Donghia Suzani

Luxurious Interiors

A visit to any of the Donghia showrooms within the US will reveal a bevy of represented textile lines by the brand, all industry leaders in their own right. A few of these lines include the Armani/Casa line of Rubelli, Bart Halpern, and Pollack Fabrics. The Armani/Casa line showcases various collections of jacquards and velvets, cottons and silks, and textured 3D fabrics that spell sophistication and innovation all in one breath. Installed in hotels, museums, and spectacular private homes all over the world, Bart Halpern Fabrics embody the best of transitional design and technical quality. Pollack Fabrics bring to market some of the finest textiles built for the indoors and outdoors, all with an elegant quality and purity of design.

Donghia Fabric

Vibrancy with Character

Donghia Fabrics also offers textiles that create the most vibrant interiors, such as those from Bergamo Fabrics, Decortex, and Castel. These represented lines by Donghia are known for their exclusive collections, exciting textures, and effervescent prints. Perfect in creating designer upholstery, luxurious draperies, and beautiful accessories for all types of interiors, these fabrics all exemplify the unique Donghia philosophy started by its founder, Angelo Donghia.

From classic selections to the more interesting and complex offerings, Donghia Fabrics never fall short of exceeding every designer’s expectations. In the words of Angelo Donghia, these fabrics “combine quality, durability, comfort, luxury, and color diversity.”

Brunschwig and Fils Newest Collection

Thursday, January 12th, 2012

Brunschwig and Fils Newest Collection

Recently updated, the Brunschwig & Fils New York City Showroom at the D&D building takes inspiration from their newest collection, Les Alizés which translates to “Trade Winds”. Evoking the classy and ageless design philosophy that is uniquely Brunschwig, the Les Alizés-inspired showroom features the Cavendish Looseback Sofa in Bellary Cotton Print, a daring floral print in rose and turmeric, set against a backdrop of dark chocolate walls. Printed cotton-linen pillows in delicious shades of Berry, Rose, Turmeric, and Watermelon all complement the floral sofa while Bedford chairs in a classic beige Sydney Woven Texture fabric harmonize the wonderfully patterned setting. Classic accessories, abstract art and tiger print carpeting all complete this ravishing and timeless Brunschwig & Fils look.

Brunschwig and Fils Newest Showroom

Sanderson

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

Sanderson

For more than 150 years Sanderson Fabric has been producing world-class fabrics and textiles for the interior design market. Sanderson first started in London in 1860 through the importation of French-made wallpapers, eventually venturing into wallpaper production in 1868. By 1919 the company began offering commission-printed fabrics and ultimately a coordinated collection in 1962, further establishing Sanderson Fabrics as a textile producer. Sanderson Fabric specializes in English-inspired fabrics, created from the finest materials. The company is also known for their coordinated fabric and wallpaper collections, featuring classic to contemporary designs. The fabric offerings of Sanderson range from cotton damasks and silks to brocades, satin, and embroideries. The newest collections from Sanderson Fabrics include the Bloomsbury Canvas fabrics, Orlando Velvets, Orlando Weaves, and Dalloway Weaves & Embroideries. The fabric house is also the recipient of numerous awards including the Fabric Range of the Year, Editor’s Award, and Gold Award, granted by House Beautiful on November 2010.

Stark Fabrics

Sunday, January 1st, 2012

Stark Fabric

Founded first as a carpet company more than half a century ago, Stark Fabrics has evolved to become one of the most respected textile companies today. Stark Fabric specializes in a huge selection of fabrics including linens, embroideries, cut velvets, damasks, plains, solids, and prints. The offerings of Stark Fabrics are distributed through their extensive designer collections. Nine collections are available, which include Bernard Thorp, Fonthill, Geoffrey Bradfield, Grey Watkins, Lelievre, Old World Weavers, Sherrill Canet, Tassinari & Chatel, and Thomas Dare. The Bernard Thorp Collection by Stark Fabrics is popular for its beautiful floral prints and expert use of color. The Geoffrey Bradfield Collection by designer Geoffrey Bradfield for Stark Fabric is known for its opulent yet practical styling. For a more contemporary approach, the company offers minimalist-style fabrics through the Sherrill Canet collection. Featured in House & Garden, Stark Fabric collections exemplify the best of both classic and modern styles, offering world-class fabrics and carpets to the trade.

Pollack Fabrics

Thursday, December 29th, 2011

Pollack Fabrics

Established in 1988 as a producer of luxury fabrics for the corporate market, Pollack Fabrics has developed to become one of the most successful fabric houses worldwide. Now catering to the corporate, residential, and hospitality markets, Pollack Fabric is known for their high-quality, versatile offerings, efficiently combining color, texture, style, and overall value. The specialization of Pollack Fabrics is not limited to the sophisticated fabric collections that they produce. The company also makes sure that the design process begins with exceptional conceptualization and ends with consistent, highly-detailed workmanship. Pollack Fabric specializes in innovative weaves, high end upholstery fabrics, organic, eco-friendly fabrics, and indoor and outdoor fabrics for a range of applications. A few of the most memorable collections from Pollack Fabrics include the newest Cachet collection for windows and upholstery, the Modern Times collection for indoors and outdoors, and the New Classics that feature geometric patterns and surprising colors. Widely renowned and strikingly creative, Pollack Fabric has produced some of the finest fabric collections for the last 23 years.

Jasper Fabrics

Tuesday, December 27th, 2011

Jasper Fabrics

Owned and established by highly-respected interior designer Michael Smith, Jasper Fabrics is a collection of historical and versatile fabrics that combine European and American styles. Working as an interior designer has equipped Michael Smith with the background, skill, and experience necessary in founding a textile company, and by the nineties Jasper Fabric was born. The offerings of Jasper Fabrics are widely varied; encompassing textured weaves, inspirational prints, luxurious leather, as well as wall coverings. The company specializes in graceful and historical textile collections which are traditionally European but infused with an American quality. Jasper Fabric collections include classic prints and designs such as florals, stripes, and plaids, as well as the more modern abstract patterns and plains. The velvets and leather textile offerings of Jasper Fabrics are available in attractive shades, from vivid blues and reds to the more subdued honey and espresso neutrals. Versatile, beautiful, and lush, many of these Jasper Fabric collections have been featured in design magazines, from House Beautiful and Elle Décor to Architectural Digest.

Hable Construction

Sunday, December 25th, 2011

Hable Construction

Named after a road construction business, Hable Construction is a fabric company established in 1999 by sisters and interior designers, Susan Hable and Katharine Hable. The company specializes in the production of hand printed fabrics such as linens and canvass, Hungarian wool felts, and outdoor fabrics constructed from Bella Dura yarns. The out-of-door wovens offered by Hable Construction are produced using a traditional 19th century process. These outdoor fabrics are fade-resistant, weather-proof, and eco-friendly. Hable Construction is also a world-class producer of sophisticated and timeless fabric collections for interior applications. Many of their fabrics are popular for their bold patterns and intricate designs, all imbued with a hand-drawn quality. Skilled artisans work for Hable Construction, ensuring that only traditional silk-screen printing techniques are employed in the design and production processes. While the company produces their beautiful wool felts in Hungary, all the other collections by Hable are 100% US-made. Presently, Hable Construction offers a total of five fabric lines, which are widely distributed in international design showrooms worldwide.

Groundworks

Friday, December 23rd, 2011

Groundworks

A division of Lee Jofa, Groundworks was established in the mid 1980’s as a contemporary brand, offering textile collections for residential and contract applications. First introduced to compete with the beautiful, traditional chintzes prevalent during the time, Groundworks Fabric has grown into one of the most popular brands of Lee Jofa today. Groundworks specialize in unique, modern-styled fabric collections, available through the most sought after fabric and interior designers today. A few of their most popular and latest offerings include the luxurious Ventana Collection, the exclusive Silhouette Prints, the sophisticated Allegra Hicks collection, and the whimsical Nolita Collection. These Groundworks Fabric collections feature neutrals, bold prints, and an interesting play of color and texture. Groundworks is also known to offer fabric collections with a multicultural vibe, as evidenced by their Kelly Wearstler collection. Widely distributed internationally, Groundworks Fabric brings to market the most memorable textile collections, sourced from the most impressive design inspirations.

Bausman

Wednesday, December 21st, 2011

Bausman Furniture

A maker of fine bench-made furniture, Bausman is popular for their beautiful reproductions of English, Italian, and French furniture pieces. Known today as one of the leaders in the production and design of handmade furniture, Bausman was founded in 1971 by Bob Williams and Craig Johnson. Bausman Furniture specializes in furniture crafted from the highest-quality lumber, which include certain species of walnut, mahogany, and alder. The finishes available through Bausman Furniture total to thirteen, which include painted finishes, oak finishes, hand-painted finishes, and many others. The company also offers customization services on their furniture pieces, to fully cater to the needs of the market. Bausman follows a sustainable process of hand crafting each of their products, making sure that the lumbers are sourced from sustainable forests. Through their focus on producing eco-friendly furniture pieces and their ability to deliver customized products and services, Bausman Furniture has gained a considerable following in the interior design industry, both domestically and on a global scale.

Artifacts International

Monday, December 19th, 2011

Artifacts International

World-class maker of furniture Artifacts International is all about feel and texture. Providing high-quality furniture to the trade for more than 25 years, the company is known for their hand-made furniture pieces, crafted using sustainable, organic, and eco-friendly materials. The furniture collections of Artifacts International make use of hard woods, iron, and exotic stones to create one-of-a-kind pieces ideal for interior settings and exterior spaces. The enduring design philosophy of Artifacts International has helped them grow into a maker of fine-quality furniture for more than a quarter of a century. The company specializes in classic to contemporary furniture collections, from gorgeous fiber stone tables to modern forged iron stools. A selection of furnishings is also available from Artifacts International, made to complement the most stylish interiors and the beautiful outdoors. Here you can find beds, nightstands, and armoires as well as planters and fountains. Lighting and home accessories are also offered by Artifacts International, making them one of the most trusted, well-renowned furniture companies in the global market today.