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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.

The New Mid Century Style

Saturday, November 19th, 2011
Kravet - Windham Chair

Kravet - Windham Chair

Chelsea Textiles

Chelsea Textiles

The Mid Century style, widely popular from the thirties to the sixties, is known for its liberal use of natural shapes and almost avant-garde simplicity. Today, the Mid Century Style is more than just a lesson in design history – it has evolved into a distinct design philosophy. Several of the furniture and accent pieces crafted by the best names in furniture design worldwide reflect the quintessential Mid Century Style. The Lounge Chair and Tripod Side Table from Chelsea Textiles feature natural lines, straight angles, and muted colors.

Chelsea Textiles - Writing Desk

Chelsea Textiles - Writing Desk

This same brand of understated elegance is also reflected in the Chelsea Textiles Writing Desk. Sleek and angular, the Strider Table from Ironies is a clear study on elegant minimalism. Comfort meets graceful form with the Windham Chair from Kravet. And as for the Marian Jamieson Paris Lamp, eloquent shapes and a uniform color scheme define its characteristic look. Timeless without the fuss, the New Mid Century Style is definitely back – and back for good.

Ironies - Strider Coffee Table

Ironies - Strider Coffee Table

Faux Bois

Wednesday, November 16th, 2011
Carvers’ Guild – Gothic Twig

Carvers’ Guild – Gothic Twig

Oly Studio

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The raw appeal of unpolished wood, furnished with a lasting beauty – this is the art of faux bois in a capsule. Employing complex, labor intensive techniques, skilled craftsmen are able to produce cement or composite-based artisanal pieces that echo the grainy, distinctive quality of wood. This intriguing art is stunningly captured in the Carvers Guild Gothic Twig Mirror and the Oly Studio Faux Bois Mirror.

Vaughan – Twig Lamp

Vaughan – Twig Lamp


The Vaughan Twig Lamp features a twig faux bois design on its pipe and base. A French term meaning “false wood”, the craft of faux bois is seeing a renewed emergence in today’s design industry. Bring home with you these beautiful furnishings, and bring home the fine art of faux bois – the creative imitation of wood, crafted with a more enduring, ecologically-sound quality.
Cole & Son - Woods Wallpaper

Cole & Son - Woods Wallpaper

Prominent Furniture Manufacturers

Monday, November 14th, 2011

Bringing to market some of the finest furniture and decorative accessories for luxurious, livable interior spaces, these furniture manufacturers are considered the finest in the industry. Tastefully innovative and timeless without being conventional, these manufacturers show us why beautiful furniture should be at the core of every interior space.

Carvers Guild

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Carvers Guild specializes in beautifully handmade mirrors which are created to complement the finest homes and interiors. Carvers Guild Mirrors began more than 40 years ago when Carol Canner met her soon-to-be-husband Carl Canner in 1961. The mirrors from Carvers Guild are thoroughly handmade, and produced out of their 19th century studio in Massachusetts. Today the company offers more than 357 in unique mirror designs. The traditional, transitional, and contemporary Carvers Guild Mirrors are evenly distributed throughout the available collections, which include Newport Mansions, Carol Canner, and Williamsburg. Carvers Guild is also popular for their antique mirrors, rendered in classic designs that can only be described as superb. Many of the designs of Carvers Guild Mirrors are inspired by nature, art, and classic 18th century styling. Co-founder Carol Canner has received accolades for her exceptional works, including the New York Times 1969 Best Design of the Year Award and the 1998 American Society of Furniture Designers’ Pinnacle Award.

Christopher Guy

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Known for classic-contemporary furniture collections which are elegant as they are innovative, Christopher Guy Furniture pieces are installed in many luxurious spaces around the globe. Established by Christopher Guy Harrison, this furniture company produces an impressive range of furniture pieces, decorative accessories, and lighting fixtures. The collections are often described as ground breaking without being over-the-top, maintaining a classic, graceful style all throughout. The inspiring selections of furniture from Christopher Guy include seating, tables, desks, cabinets, headboards, and nightstands. Christopher Guy Furniture is also known to produce the finest decorative accents to complement their existing furniture line. The brand also carries accessories for the home, as well as for a range of interiors, including art sculptures, screen dividers, and beautiful chandeliers. Christopher Guy Furniture pieces are found in hotels, casinos, and productions studios all over the world today. Some of the prestigious clients of Christopher Guy include Saks Fifth Avenue in NY, Villa Marie in breathtaking St. Tropez, and The Venetian in Las Vegas.

Dakota Jackson

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A background in the performing arts as well as an innate love for art has propelled Dakota Jackson to put up Dakota Jackson Furniture 25 years ago. A former dancer coming from a family of illusionists and magicians, the styles of Dakota Jackson are unexpected, avant garde, and high-end. Innovative, comfortable seating are available alongside exquisitely designed tables, chairs, and desks. Desks and writing tables are produced from the finest quality hardwoods and polished off with a variety of beautiful finishes. A range of materials are used in the production of Dakota Jackson Furniture, which include wood, steel, and glass. Dakota Jackson Furniture is also known for their classic offerings, available through the Dakota Jackson Classics Series. One of their most memorable offerings is the self-winding cocktail table, first released in the year 1978. Dakota Jackson has worked on different collaborations, such as the project with jewelry designer David Yurman for his Madison Avenue boutique.

Donghia

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Established by Angelo Donghia in 1978, Donghia Furniture is a collection of timeless pieces that successfully combine luxury and comfort. While many of the furniture pieces of Donghia are inspired by the classic appeal of 1930’s styling, the company is also known to produce minimalist collections perfect for today’s contemporary tastes. Donghia Furniture started as Donghia Associates, widely renowned in the residential and contract design industries during the seventies. Donghia Furniture was introduced in 1978, first offering an exquisite line of furniture and case goods. Operating on a “less is more” philosophy, Donghia is known for using muted colors in their upholstery, as well as a love for “bulky” structures, in contrast with the growing popularity of minimalist-designed furnishings. Donghia ensures that each furniture piece they create is comfortable as it is aesthetically pleasing. From chairs and desks to beds, consoles and etageres, the company strives to maintain the discipline and design philosophy of its founder, as it looks toward the next 40 years or more.

Edward Ferrell Lewis Mittman

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Operating on efficiency while producing some of the most elegant furniture collections in the market today, Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman is a company that is in business for more than 60 years. The specialization of Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman focuses on high-end, bench-made furniture. This bench-made process ensures construction and design quality at all times, so that efficiency and integrity are maintained in equal measure. Since Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman specializes in customized furniture, many of their pieces are unique and highly detailed. Here you can find custom-styled chairs, chaise lounges, sofas, benches, tables and cabinets. Designer collections are also available from Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman, through collaborations with many exceptional designers, such as Jamie Drake and David Herchik. With showrooms all over the world, and a customized appeal that has won the preference of designers around the globe, it’s not a surprise why Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman has thrived for the last half century.

Holly Hunt

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Established first as a textile company, Holly Hunt eventually ventured into furniture design and production, and diversified into the production of lighting and interior decorating accessories as well. Holly Hunt established her company in 1983, and introduced Holly Hunt Furniture beginning 1992. Their furniture collections are often described as timeless and minimalist, made from wood or metal, and inspired by classic and contemporary themes. Holly Hunt Furniture introduces contemporarily styled furniture through the Jean-Michel Wilmotte Collection, while Parisian flair is the prominent theme of the Christophe Pillet collection. Attention-grabbing furniture pieces are available from Holly Hunt Furniture through the Paul Mathieu collection. For outdoor furniture the company has collaborated with designer Richard Schultz. Holly Hunt Furniture has a global wide distribution network, with showrooms all over the United States and international showrooms across Europe, Russia, and Asia. Home & Garden Magazine awarded Holly Hunt the Top Showroom recognition, for three straight years, based on votes by U.S.-based designers.

Jan Showers

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One of the most celebrated names in luxury furniture is Jan Showers, a favorite of celebrities and designers all over the globe. Owned by interior designer Jan Showers, this company is a maker of high-end furniture and decorative accessories. Due to the versatility and ingenious design of Jan Showers creations, her furniture have been installed in a varied but no less luxurious interiors. Sofas, beds, chairs, and banquettes make up the upholstery furniture collection, while the brand also offers lighting and decorative accessories. Jan Showers furniture combines the best of the traditional and the contemporary, available through collections that range from antique to modern. The furniture and accessories of Jan Showers can be found in some of the most luxurious townhouses, the coziest farm houses, and well-appointed penthouses. The accolades of Jan Showers are highly covetable, which include the Top 100 Interior Designers in America and the Lifetime Achievement Award for Interior Design by Fashion Group International.

J. Robert Scott

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Known for furniture pieces that mirror the best of art, J. Robert Scott has served the design industry for more than thirty years. Established in Los Angeles in the 70’s by Sally Sirkin Lewis, J. Robert Scott is a maker of luxury furniture, designed to complement the most sophisticated interiors. The furniture collection of J. Robert Scott includes tables, chairs, lighting, sofas, accessories, cabinets, ottomans and beds, and mirrors and consoles. While the company offers an existing line of high-end furniture, they also offer customized pieces to cater to the designing needs of decorators worldwide. Quality of construction and excellence of materials define the furniture collections of J. Robert Scott. Interior decorators in need of completely customized pieces may look into the customization offers of J. Robert Scott. From the modification of existing furniture to the creation of a new furniture piece, J. Robert Scott strives to complete any request for furniture customization, to produce furniture offerings which are the equivalent of home couture.

Julia Gray

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Julia Gray Limited, founded by interior designed Julia Gray, specializes in the construction of fine furniture, done in the timeless European style. Offering a line of armoires, beds, chairs, commodes, desks, and tables, the beauty of Julia Gray Limited furniture is centered on the “old world elegance” of their furniture collections. To produce exquisitely elegant furniture pieces, Julia Gray maintains an expert team of artisans, who are skilled in cabinet making, upholstery, and furniture finishing. Julia Gray Limited is known the world over for their beautiful antique reproductions, especially on 18th century and 19th century cabinets, English chests, and furniture. Quality wood – from solid birch to cherry and maple – is used in the construction of many of their collections. The company also offers custom finishing and resizing on the furniture, to serve the decorating needs of designers and architects. In 2009 Julia Gray received the BEST: MADE in America award, for their beautiful handmade furniture.

Kravet Furniture

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Highly recognized for their beautiful fabric collections, Kravet is also an internationally-renowned furniture maker. Kravet Furniture was first introduced in 1992, although Kravet Fabric Inc. was established way back in 1924. The impressive collection of Kravet Furniture includes upholstered furniture, dining sets, and decorative accents. Careful attention to detail and superior quality standards have allowed Kravet Furniture to produce fine, stylish furniture pieces. The designs are wide-ranging, from the classic traditional settees to the more casually-styled sofas. Decorative furniture as interior accents is offered through Kravet Occasionals by Kravet Furniture. These include cocktail tables, console tables, and case goods in beautiful styles and finishes. The Kravet Dining line produces some if the finest furniture for the dining room, while Kravet Smart introduces furniture for almost any kind of interior space. Featured in various design magazines and publications, Kravet Furniture is without a doubt one of the best names in furniture collections today.

Porta Romana

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Beautiful, handmade craftsmanship defines the lighting collections of Porta Romana, a world-renowned, UK-based purveyor of lighting fixtures to the design community. For more than twenty years, Porta Romana has made it their mission to produce stunning accessories for the home. Lighting collections include beautiful table and wall lamps, lampshades, ceiling lights, and wall sconces. Porta Romana is known to integrate some of the most luxurious materials in their lighting creations. Some of the materials used in their table lamps are glass, metal, and carefully-cut brass, and only the best quality silks are used in their lampshades. The finishes for their lighting collections include decayed gold, white gold or silver and antique brass. To maintain the strictest in design and construction standards, Porta Romana employs skilled artisans in the crafting of their products. Porta Romana lighting is featured in various design publications, including House & Garden, Elle Decoration, and Veranda, among others.

Robert Allen

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Offering some of the finest fabrics and furniture in the design industry Robert Allen has maintained a global reputation for quality and design excellence. For more than fifty years, Robert Allen is the brand of choice for many designers and decorators worldwide, especially for upscale, exclusive projects. The furniture pieces offered by Robert Allen are created using an excellent play of colors, world-class designs and superb construction methods. Beautifully conceptualized furniture collections are offered here, offering a range of classic and modern styles. Ottomans, sofas, and wood furniture in a range of finishes are available from Robert Allen, while upholstery materials include beautiful decorative fabrics and luxurious leather. The Kensington and Westport Collections cater to more traditional tastes, while the Logan Chair, Bacall Chair, and Clark Sofa are just a few of their contemporary offerings. Through their exceptional furniture selections, Robert Allen strives to create comfortable, sophisticated interiors, whether for residential or hospitality applications.

More Famous Manufacturers and their Specialties

Wednesday, July 6th, 2011

From textiles installed in prestigious, historic environments to fabric houses that have survived the biggest world wars in history, these fabric manufacturers show us that the finest designs are not limited by space or time. Get to know more about these widely celebrated names in the decorative textile industry – and their unique specialties – and why they are a top choice for the world’s best decorators and designers today.

Clarence House Fabrics

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Started by New York interior designer Robin Roberts in 1961, Clarence House Fabrics is a well established decorative textile and wallpaper company. The brand is known worldwide for their wovens, plains, velvets, and sheers. Incorporating a wealth of themes into their collections, Clarence House Fabric is also popular for their impressive patterns. Clarence House Fabric started through the importation of beautiful European fabrics for designers in America. The company started to design and produce their own textile offerings when Kazumi Yoshida joined Clarence House Fabric as art director. While the collections of Clarence House Fabrics are heavily inspired by European styles, Yoshida ensures that their fabrics are cutting-edge and imbued with a refreshing appeal. Outdoor fabrics are also available, perfect for heavy-duty and exterior applications. With their designs featured in design magazines all over the U.S., Clarence House Fabric continues to deliver excellent quality and super design, all at exceptional value.

Fabricut

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Fabricut Fabrics is not in business for more than 50 years without reason. Known globally for their focus on quality and a design scheme that can only be described as impressive, Fabricut no doubt is one of the leaders in textile design today. Joe Finer and Harry Guterman founded the company in the fifties, introducing a drapery store early in its inception. Fabricut Fabrics soon became more established brand as the partners saw the need for high-quality, luxurious fabrics with outstanding value. As a result, Fabricut Fabrics specialize in fabrics used for a wide range of installations – from commercial and industrial to residential and high fashion. The designs of Fabricut are at once traditional and avante-garde; and for these alone the brand has remained unfazed in the midst of fiercer and newer competition. Many of the designs of Fabricut have been published in design magazines like Elle Décor, Traditional Home, and House Beautiful among others.

Donghia Fabrics

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With the intent on producing finely handmade fabrics with innovative styling, Angelo Donghia introduced Donghia Fabrics in 1980, after establishing his empire in 1968. While the company is well known for their furniture, wallcovering, and lighting collections Donghia Fabrics remains to be a top choice for many of the world’s best designers and interior decorators today. The designs of Donghia are often described as ingenious, lively, and trend-setting. After all, Donghia Fabrics have been established by a man who began his interior design studies and training at age 18. The textile selections of Donghia Fabrics are comprised of wall coverings, sheers, patterns, plains, as well as outdoor and indoor fabrics in an array of imaginative patterns. The fabrics are made from high quality yarns, perfected through the expert use of color, pattern, and overall style. The designs of Donghia Fabrics are constantly featured in Town & Country, Interior Design, House Beautiful and several other design publications.

Farrow & Ball

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Uncompromising quality and a timeless design approach define Farrow & Ball, England-based maker of fine quality wall paper. Quality and design are at the core of every Farrow & Ball Wallpaper. A business that began more than 60 years ago, every single one of the Farrow and Ball wallpaper the company has ever produced is made to order, created using only their own paints. Farrow & Ball Wallpaper specialize in collections created using water based paints which are eco-friendly and of the highest quality. When the company refused to follow the easier, cheaper way of mass producing the wallpapers by using less expensive, substandard products, the name Farrow & Ball became associated with quality and pure English craftsmanship. The patterns they offer include floral, stripe, geometric, and damask, which may be used to complement classic environments and contemporary spaces. The commitment of Farrow and Ball to using eco-friendly water based paints than acrylic has not only allowed them to preserve the quality of their prints; it has permeated the brand with an environmentally-friendly appeal as well.

Galbraith & Paul

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Based in Philadelphia, Galbraith & Paul began in 1986 as a papermaking studio and a maker of specialty lighting products. The company, started by Liz Galbraith and Ephraim Paul eventually shifted to textile, rug, and wallpaper production. The specialties of Galbraith & Paul Fabric are primarily hand block printed textiles, which result in finely handmade collections for beautiful interiors. While Galbraith & Paul produces their fabrics through an archive of thirty patterns, as well as over a hundred color combinations, the company also offers customized collections. The fabrics of Galbraith & Paul are produced directly from the own studio, as a team of skilled artisans carefully hand blocks each fabric to produce stunning, one-of-a-kind results. Lightfast fabric paints are used in the printing of each fabric. There are Galbraith & Paul Fabric collections for outdoor installations as well. Fresh, creative, and beautiful, Galbraith & Paul Fabric collections are among the most sough-after fabric offerings today.

Highland Court

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Known for their beautiful damasks, silks, and sheers, Highland Court is a textile brand that thoroughly understands the concept of luxury. Highland Court Fabrics make up some of the finest, most interesting fabric collections in the market, including the Moroccan Marakesh Collection and the glamorous Hollywood Collection. These collections reflect the richness of Moroccan tradition and the glam and glitz of Hollywood. A division of Duralee, a decorative textile company established in 1952, Highland Court is part of a fabric designing legacy that spans more than half a century. It was in 2001 that Highland Court Fabrics was established, to cater to the need for “new luxury” in a market inundated with conventionally traditional offerings. This unique positioning made Highland Court a reputable name in the luxury textiles industry in little less than 10 years. Highland Court Fabrics specialize in beautiful silk taffetas, wool satins, and delicious patterns that mix history, tradition, art, and luxury.

Maya Romanoff

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Multi-awarded Maya Romanoff is a wall covering company that is known worldwide for its timeless excellence and superiority in design. For more than 40 years Maya Romanoff has provided the world with the highest quality wallpapers through the creative flair of its founder Maya Romanoff and the collaborative efforts of his spouse, Joyce Romanoff. Their collections are considered to be among the finest in the industry, captivating designers all over the globe, from Europe to the Middle East to Asia. Maya Romanoff specializes in innovative wall covering collections, utilizing some of the finest, most unique materials and techniques. These include wall coverings created using the best printing methods and incorporated with luxurious materials such as glass beads. The company is also known for their collaborations with some of the best designers in the market. This has allowed Maya Romanoff to produce collections that result from the collective genius of many of the world’s most creative minds.

Nina Campbell

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Established by the highly creative interior designer that bears its name, Nina Campbell is a world-class textile and wallpaper house that has earned many of the most coveted awards in the design industry. These include the Best Woven Fabric and Waterford Wedgewood Hospitality Award and the American Fashion Award for founder Nina Campbell. Nina Campbell founded her company in 1974 after having discovered her passion for interior design at the tender age of twelve. Known for luxurious, cosmopolitan collections that complement the most sophisticated environments, Nina Campbell fabrics are globally distributed by fabric and wallpaper company Osborne and Little. The fabric specialties of Nina Campbell include classic-contemporary collections which may be applied for a wide range of uses, whether for upholstery, accessories, table coverings, drapery, or for artistic installations. Royal personalities such as the Duchess of York and the Queen of Denmark count as the past clients of Nina Campbell.

Old World Weavers

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In terms of luxurious, fine-quality decorative fabrics, Old World Weavers is one of the better-established names in the design industry. After all, this company is co-founded by one of the most revered personalities in fashion and interior design – Iris Barrel Apfel. Established during the roaring fifties, Old World Weavers Fabrics was founded by Carl Apfel and his wife Iris Barrel Apfel to serve the textile requirements of the higher-end markets during their time. The collections of Old World Weavers are crafted using fine quality looms, and designed through a wide variety of inspirations and sources. These include specialty collections that take inspiration from history and art, such as expensive silks and beautifully printed linens. Celebrities and fashion icons are among the famous clientele of the brand, from Estee Lauder to Greta Garbo. Iris Apfel of Old World Weavers Fabrics has also worked with many American Presidents including Kennedy, Carter, and Truman. The founders retired during the early nineties, during which Stark Carpet Company obtained ownership on the brand.

Pindler & Pindler

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Bringing to market several of the best-coveted textile collections Pindler & Pindler is a decorative textile company established by Matthew Pindler in the early forties. Following the years of its establishment, Pindler & Pindler Fabrics have been installed in famous movie studios, including Columbia and Paramount Pictures. When founder Matthew Pindler left his company to his son Carl Pindler, Pindler & Pindler underwent some transformation, establishing newer offices and a more distinctive logo. Pindler & Pindler Fabrics specialize in remarkable and elegant offerings, available through three different collections inspired by historic homes. These collections are comprised of Newport Mansions Doris Duke, Newport Mansions, and Hearst Castle. From complex weaves and sumptuous patterns to luxurious embroideries, Pindler & Pindler is not one to scrimp of quality or design. Classic European designs co-exist harmoniously with exotic Mediterranean styles. The newest collections of Pindler & Pindler Fabrics include outdoor and upholstery textiles, as well as collections made from Sunbrella yarns.

Schumacher

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The founders of Schumacher established their fabric company with the sole intent of creating sophisticated interior spaces. Established more than 100 years ago Schumacher Fabrics is without a doubt one of the leaders in decorative fabrics today. Schumacher Fabric remains family owned to date –a rarity in an industry marked by acquisitions and mergers. The collections of Schumacher Fabric can be described as traditional yet completely sophisticated, with a versatility that has won the admiration of interior decorators globally. Beginning its founding in 1889, Schumacher has specialized in producing high-end textiles, subsequently installed in many of the world’s most prestigious interiors. Schumacher Fabrics are available through its brands – Modern, Elements, Terra, and Classic. These include exceptionally tasteful prints, European weaves, and contemporary designs that speak volumes. After acquiring several brands throughout the nineties, and a string of memorable projects, Schumacher Fabric is at the forefront of the luxury textile industry today.

S. Harris

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Known for its classic contemporary styling and the best design collaborations, S. Harris is one of the most historic textile companies worldwide. Established by Sol Harris in 1906, S. Harris Fabrics have always specialized in high-quality fabrics with exceptional styling. Fabricut purchased S. Harris in 1988, after which the brand continued to work with top designers to produce some of the most interesting collections the design industry has seen. Some of the most memorable collections offered by S. Harris Fabrics include the Amy Lau collection, Robert Kuo Collection, and the Isaac Mizrahi Collection. While the Amy Lau collections are largely inspired by 1950s American Expressionism, the Isaac Mizrahi collection by S. Harris is known for their expert use of color and texture. The Robert Kuo collection seamlessly combines traditional Chinese motifs with sleek, contemporary design. Also offering a line of eco-friendly fabrics, the designs of S. Harris Fabrics have been published in design magazines, such as House Beautiful, Traditional Magazine, and several others.

Stroheim & Romann

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Stroheim & Romann has led the entire textile industry for over three-quarters of a century, through their unique fabric offerings. Featured regularly in many of the design magazines and publications in the country, Stroheim & Romann Fabrics are of high quality and superb design. Made to suit the high requirements of finer tastes, Stroheim & Romann specializes in reinterpreted classics, in patterns that range from plaids, checks and stripes to florals. The designers at Stroheim & Romann strive to come up with refreshing collections inspired by the classic appeal of the historic past. After all, the company was founded by Julius Stroheim in 1865, acquired by JAB Anstoetz in 1982, and by Fabricut in 2010. This has made Stroheim & Romann Fabrics one of the best evolved decorative fabric brands in the world. Stroheim & Romann Fabrics are regularly published in design magazines as well, while serving the needs of the upscale markets.

Zimmer + Rohde

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Primarily a decorative textile company operating for more than 111 years, Zimmer + Rohde is a world-class provider of decorative fabrics, furniture, and wallpaper. This formidable fabric house continues to impress the design industry today through their offerings of classic contemporary fabrics that complement their wallpaper and furniture line. Zimmer + Rohde, established by Max Marx and Ernst Rohde in 1899, survived the challenges of World War I and World War II, making it one of the most admirable companies in the design industry. Zimmer + Rohde was able to rebuild its operations after co-founder George Zimmer salvaged the remaining fabrics from the ravages of World War II. Today Zimmer + Rohde collections are available through its core brands, division brands – Cetec, Hodsoll McKenzie, Warner Fabrics, Travers, Etamine, Ardecora, and Zimmer + Rohde. The newest collections from Zimmer + Rohde are diverse and luxuriously styled, as company specialize in varied offerings of exotic prints, linens in classic prints, complex embroideries, and sumptuous jacquards.

Buy Hilliard Lamps—Light up the night with handcrafted lighting fixtures

Thursday, December 9th, 2010

The Hilliard Lamp lighting collection is a shining example (no pun intended) of what happens when you marry time-tested old world craftsmanship with contemporary design.  The result is exquisitely detailed fixtures that will light up every corner of your home or business.

Inspired by both classic forms and the world around them, Noel and Janene Hilliard have produced these unique and versatile fixtures for over thirty years.  And, from design concept to production, they are hand-crafted in their own bronze foundry and glass studio located in scenic northern California.  While many of their glass tile techniques are reminiscent of the iconic Louis Comfort Tiffany lamps, the Hilliard lighting collection features new and imaginative designs that  meet the lighting needs of today’s residences and businesses.  From a combination of manufacturing techniques that have withstood the test of time and innovative designs comes a lighting collection that is destined to become tomorrow’s heirlooms.

Add dramatic lighting to your walls with beautiful sconces that rival any artwork you might hang.   The sinuous curves of the Dome Sconce offer a hint of Art Deco in it’s design.

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The sleek Avenue sconce showcases the individual cuts of glass that Hilliard Lamps is known for.  After cutting, these glass pieces are baked a second time to give them a rounded edge.

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Elegant and whimsical at the same time, the Parasol Pendant is constructed of cast bronze, each panel featuring hand-cut and kiln fused glass.  This picture shows an antiqued bronze finish and lily white glass but additional bronze and glass options are available.

Parasol Pendant by Hilliard Lamps in antiqued bronze finish with lily white glass option

Parasol Pendant by Hilliard Lamps in antiqued bronze finish with lily white glass option

Hilliard’s meticulous application of soldered glass pieces is well represented in the Thatched Dome Pendant.  Thousands of hand made glass tiles have been soldered together to create a stunning basket weave effect.  This exquisite design is versatile enough to be used in many different settings including an entryway or lobby, as stairway lighting or in a casual dining space.

Thatched dome pendant by Hilliard Lamps.  Meticulous craftsmanship and unique design abound in this exquisite fixture.

Thatched dome pendant by Hilliard Lamps. Meticulous craftsmanship and unique design abound in this exquisite fixture.

Light up your spaces, day or night, with any one of these beautifully handcrafted fixtures from Hilliard Lamps.

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Buy Osborne & Little Fabrics: The best of Designers Guild

Tuesday, September 28th, 2010

Osborne & Little is the exclusive distributor of beautiful Designer Guild fabrics. Their collections are right on trend with sophisticated designs sought out by todays consumer. Rich purples and vibrant yellows are featured along with soft greens and creams, all in larger than life floral patterns and coordinating stripes.  They are as much at home in a light filled mid-century home as they are in a large family estate.

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Buy Quadrille Fabrics: Flirty Lysette fabric from the China Seas collection

Saturday, September 18th, 2010

Quadrille Fabrics has introduced a fun and flirty, 100% linen fabric from their China Seas collection by Alan Campbell. The sofa shown in the photo is upholstered in the Shrimp colorway with contrasting pillows done in the Palmgreen colorway. Is this a fun fabric or what?! As you can see from the photo, the floral pattern coordinates beautifully with stripes and large scale florals; even animal print.

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Along with the Shrimp and Palmgreen, Quadrille Fabrics is offering 4 other color options; Brown on tan will add a neutral and earthy feel to your room; French blue on tan is light and airy; Shrimp on tan (the reverse of the shrimp on the sofa), vibrant Orange on tan and Navy on tan for a rich look. For use outdoors or anywhere durability is necessary, Quadrille is able to create these designs in a Sunbrella fabric and matching wallpaper is also available.

This fabric can be purchased through LA Design Concepts at $110.oo per yard with a minimum 5 yard purchase. Just click on the Learn how to order button at the top of the page to begin creating the room of your dreams with this beautiful Quadrille fabric.

Buy Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman – Photos from an old friend

Saturday, September 11th, 2010

Edward Ferrell+Lewis Mittman is a familiar name to most professional interior designers. Their furniture collections combine comfort and everyday practicality with luxury and a bit of indulgence. While there is nothing trendy about the centuries old processes used in the making of these pieces, the company certainly pays attention to current design ideas. These photos show Ferrell+Mittman’s exquisite pieces showcasing one of today’s most popular color choices…gray.

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The contrast welting on the Paramount sofa adds interest to an already beautiful piece of furniture.

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The sumptuous Paris bed could make it difficult to get out of bed in the morning. The pairing of gray with soft yellow and cream just adds to the restful feel.

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Against a backdrop of gold and gray, the Chloe sofa by Jamie Drake is the star of the room.

Buy William Yeoward Furniture USA–Lighting

Wednesday, September 8th, 2010

Contemporary, dramatic and unusual are all words that describe the lighting collection by William Yeoward.  As we discussed earlier, William Yeoward is bringing his award winning designs to the USA with his exquisite collection of upholstered furniture, case goods, hand-embroidered pillows and an amazing selection of lighting fixtures.

This collection can be seen in showrooms across the eastern United States including Edward Ferrell+Lewis Mittman in Washington DC. To view his new collection visit yeowardfurnitureusa.com

WY Lighting group 01

If you are seeking that final touch to your rooms look no further than the lighting selection available in this collection and can be viewed here.  Choose from the delicate urn shape of Margarhita, the magical hourglass shape of Marcel, or the dramatic Marvin lamp along with his partner, the chubbier Martha lamp.  The water color affects of the Lysander lamp is certainly a show stopper and the 5 arm crystal candelabra with your choice of colored “flames” is a one of a kind design.

If something a bit more utilitarian and simple in design is more to your liking there is a wide range of floor and table lamps in nickel, black, bronze and gold finishes.  These lamp bases often feature interesting textures or are fashioned into organic shapes that mimi coral or tree branches.

WY Amalfi Lamp 2

William Yeoward lighting fixtures are truly a work of art that you will enjoy in your home for many years to come.