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Tomaz Erzetic of Slovenia
11/18/2008, 21:58 | Original Site: Landfair Furniture (Blog)
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Tomaz Erzetic of Slovenia has just sent me pictures of the most unusual piece of furniture I've ever seen.
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Erzetic is a young designer and has this description of his work:
Based on an elaborate concept and a carefully planned study this unique artistic creation is a perfect combination of functionality, and the art of painting, sculpturing and design.Erzetic writes the piece is 3.8m in length, 2.15m in height, 1m max in depth.
New, revolutionary design of unique pieces of furniture does not only pervade the space, filling it up with a soul of its own, but also creates a charismatic essence of the object of art itself. This piece is the fruit of work of two promising young artists; Klemen Benedik, painter and designer, and Toma? Erzeti?, sculptor and designer.
Elaborately planed furniture design and a tender, refined painting are the artistic soul and an added value of this unique piece of furniture, which moves one's heart by its very existence, suggesting and narrating its story.
Bev & Mike
Landfair Furniture + Design Gallery
An Architectural Alphabet
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: The Peak of Chic
Remember how we all raved- for months- about Andrew Zega and Bernd Dams' Chinoiseries
An Architectural Alphabet (Connaissance et Mémoires) is the new limited-edition artist's book that features the duo's watercolors of the alphabet. Each letter is featured in an architectural or garden related scene. In fact, a few lucky letters are painted against backdrops of Chinoiserie follies. How great is that?
The new book, with a forward by none other than Charlotte Moss (I told you this was good!), is hand-bound in silk, numbered, and slip-cased. Forget the jewelry, baubles, trinkets, and bibelots- this is what I want for Christmas. I better start writing Santa right now.
Cynthia Conigliaro and Will Rogers of Archivia Books and Catherine Cormery of Connaissance et Mémoires are hosting a book party where Zega and Dams' new book as well as some of their recent watercolors will be featured. The event takes place at Archivia Books on Thursday, November 20 from 6 until 8pm. To RSVP, call 212-570-9565.
Ready To Go-Go?
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: Bluelines
Posted by BluelinesWhile the biggest music release of the season will be Coldplay's Viva La Vida, it's not exactly the kind of album that will prompt non-stop dancing and fun at your summer party.
For that, you will want something that moves and sways. Chuck Brown is a perfect good-time starter.
Known as the "Godfather of Go-Go" (a musical mix of funk, R&B, and hip-hop), Chuck is over 70 and still pumping out exuberant, swaggering songs.
You won't regret picking up a classic like "Do You Know What Time It Is" along with extra ice and bug candles.
What gets your party started?
mary poppins effect
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: studio wellspring
and just like that, the umbrella loving girl was whisked away to . . . . . the lone star state.yes, i'll be in houston until monday. hope you all have a spoon-full-of-sugar weekend!
{photos by legally bold}Ribbon Obsession
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: style court
In her morning report from Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles Christmas House, Brilliant Asylum mentioned Nicholas Kniel Fine Ribbons and Embellishments. Although I'm a serious ribbon junkie, I have to confess that this shop has been off my radar. Located in Sandy Springs, it's just outside my usual stomping ground in the city. But I'm thrilled to know about another good local source.
Kniel offers hand-dyed silk ribbons similar to the peacock-blue sample shown above, as well as grosgrain, velvet, taffeta, organdy, satin, novelty styles, vintage pieces, feathers, and all sorts of trims and millinery flowers.
For gift wrapping techniques and inspiration, be sure to check the AH & L blog; more information about seminars held in conjunction with Christmas House should be added soon.
Many thanks to Millie, a.k.a. Brilliant Asylum, for giving us a thoughtful sneak peek at the showhouse. Remember, proceeds benefit the Alliance Children's Theatre and the event has been an annual tradition for 34 years. (It's just day one but I'm already receiving positive emails about Mallory Mathison's laundry room/home office!)
The ribbon and trim in image one came from my own collection but represent the types of things you might find at Kniel's.
Now if you are looking for simple Old School flair, like tartan tins for baked goods (or solid red or white) and other holiday trimmings, be sure to visit Richard's Variety store at 2347 Peachtree Road (404) 237 1412.
Just around the corner, Smith & Hawken is well stocked with paper white bulbs for forcing. This is a good weekend to get started if you want to see blooms before Christmas.
As a sidenote, I have to say that everyone who receives one of my homemade, hand-lined envelopes this season (not shown yet on this blog) is going to think I copied these exquisite versions from Cartier, shown in the December Elle Decor. So much for trying to be original.
The Artful Home: Jhina Alvarado
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: More Ways to Waste Tim
This is a guest post from my friend Linda Weber, a writer and editor, home stager and designer, and artist in San Francisco. Linda often pings me with great art finds, so I'm thrilled that she agreed to share some of them here. Take it away, Linda!
Two years ago, I was messing around online when I stumbled on San Francisco artist Jhina Alvarado's encaustic paintings. Instant art crush. (What can I say? We all have our design addictions, and art is mine.)
"Intuitive" was the first word that sprang to mind when I attempted to describe Alvarado’s work. And when I visited her studio recently, she echoed the assessment: Not only do Alvarado’s creations look intuitive, that's exactly how she works. "I never know what a piece is going to be when I start it," she says.
What I love about encaustic artwork – which is created with oil-based pigments combined with wax – is its dreamy, layered quality. That’s exactly what drew Alvarado to the medium. "You can build translucency and create depth with the wax," she says.
She also likes the way you can use the wax to transfer images. Alvarado draws leaves, branches, and other images freehand on paper, for instance, before laying the paper against the wax. She then applies pressure to the back of the paper, rubbing repeatedly until the markings transfer to the wax. I'm a fan of Alvarado’s pared-down color palettes, too – she gravitates toward turquoises, ambers, greens, and saturated blues against a white or soft gray background.
Prices for Alvarado’s originals range from $225 for an eight-by-eight-inch painting to $1,500 for a 30-by-30-inch piece, with various options in between. And while I can't afford a large one anytime soon, that doesn't mean I’m going to stop dreaming about them.
See more of Alvarado’s work right here.Anastasios Mentis
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: desire to inspire
Specialising in still life, interiors and food Greek born but New York based photographer Anastasios Mentis brings a spirit and creativity to his photos. They are not only technically beautiful, they are imaginative and full of life. Don't miss the rest of his portfolio.
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The Photo Journalist
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: k style
His assignment??? Go out into the chaos, find a good "it's a snow day" in Ashland shot, and try to avoid getting into an accident in the process. So this is one of the shots that will appear in our paper tomorrow and thankfully J survived another dicey assignment of which their are many.It's been a very busy week for me so hopefully will be back in design swing soon. k
Rollin Rollout
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: * Terramia *
Bold, bright, and full of whim...Cool custom wallpaper by Rollout in Vancouver
Forest Paper (so Spring inspired), Assembly Point, Warbabies 2, Kelpy, and Sentence Structure
HOUSE Beautiful...in New Orleans
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: MadeByGirlDid you all see this GORGEOUS New Orleans home on Apartment Therapy?? I was so wow'd (is that a word)? Maybe not. Anyhow, I would love to share it with those who haven't seen it. The home is off of the House Beautiful website. Enjoy! (P.S.) This week will be very busy for me, so I won't be able to post too much. But I will be checking in to read comments and so forth.
Brilliant Asylum Visits Christmas House (Part I)
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: style court
Yesterday my design blogging colleague and fellow adventurous spirit, Brilliant Asylum, was on assignment, gingerly walking through a grand Northwest Atlanta home that will open to the public for tours this weekend. Not wanting to spoil the surprise for all the prospective visitors, she proceeded with caution and snapped just a few vignettes. Below you can read her own commentary and see her personal pictures. Many thanks to Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles Editorial Director Clinton Smith for his hospitality. Here's BA:
As a Style Court "special correspondent", I had the opportunity to take a sneak peak at The 2008 Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles Christmas House. The entire showhouse is to die for, but I immediately recognized this particular room from the concept boards Courtney had posted earlier in September.This year, designer Mallory Mathison proves that both the laundry room & home office can transcend their workhorse origins to become the most charming spaces in the house. Below I have posted a few details from these cozy adjoining rooms.
Blanc de Chine figures rest on brackets above a sumptuous, "Tigre" silk-velvet covered slipper chair. I believe all the fabrics, wallpapers and trims seen in this space are from Scalamandre.
This little niche is the perfect spot for "paying Santa's bills" as the designer says in the November issue of Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles.
Personalized writing pads match the monogrammed garment bags in the neighboring laundry room.
More luxe fabrics elevate the style quotient in an area usually reserved for mundane chores.
And to top it all off, a chic chandelier crowns the room with a dash of Chinese red.To see the rest of Mallory's realized vision and the rooms of dozens of amazing designers, I highly suggest a visit to the  Christmas House (November 15th through December 7th). All items seen here are for sale with a percentage benefiting the Alliance Children's Theater.
For details about related happenings and seminars, visit the AH & L blog.
BTW: Clearly Mallory is a fan of blanc de chine (all white Chinese, or Chinese-inspired, porcelain). Click here for related reading.
My baby's future nursery room
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: Belle Vivir
sarah pinto planners + ugly pillow contest
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: Design*Sponge
when it comes to organization, i’m pretty much a web-only girl. but when i see cute planners like this, from sarah pinto in san francisco, i’m tempted to go back to paper. sarah’s planners are printed with soy inks and use recycled paper. you can pick up several different styles right here for $25 each.
ps: don’t forget to submit your entries for the ugliest pillow contest! click here for details.
Update
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: k styleJust popping in to say hello to all of you who are still dropping by. It is so tempting to post as my design radar is still alive and well. I just don't dare go there right now. BUT I want you to know I really miss my blog.
Thank you all for your kind words of encouragement for my mother. She is holding her own although it is really one day at a time for her and for us. I am also involved in a huge design project for my oldest son who lives in Mexico and has started a relatively new endeavor there. I have showed you the logo I designed for him but now we are adding a fullscale website and it has been a monumental task.
I hope to finish this project in the next few weeks and then I would hope to be able resume Kstyle. Thank you all for staying with me and know that I really miss participating in the design blogging community. When I can I will be back. Take care and talk soon,k
Thank you all for your kind words of encouragement for my mother. She is holding her own although it is really one day at a time for her and for us. I am also involved in a huge design project for my oldest son who lives in Mexico and has started a relatively new endeavor there. I have showed you the logo I designed for him but now we are adding a fullscale website and it has been a monumental task.
I hope to finish this project in the next few weeks and then I would hope to be able resume Kstyle. Thank you all for staying with me and know that I really miss participating in the design blogging community. When I can I will be back. Take care and talk soon,k
Sea Urchin
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: Another Shade of Greypreserved in copper via Shannon Amidon. I can't believe how much it enhances the beauty of something already so beautiful.
Wreath Leaf
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: Another Shade of Greyvia Cardboard Safari. Just perfect for the holidays. Use them as is, in white or brown, or feel free to embellish with glitter or the craft materials of your choosing. Made from 100% recycled cardboard for the eco lover in you.
A Little Motivation
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: style court
This lovely image puts me in the mood to start addressing holiday cards. (Note the Chiang Mai Dragon curtains?) The picture appears in the November/December Southern Accents, accompanying a nice story written by Beaty Coleman: Season's Greetings. Christmas card history is covered along with tips for sending tasteful notes. It's a good one to clip and save.
A few days ago I shared some favorite sources and bourbon-related presents from my Lexington friend, Cameron (a.k.a. "Carson"). Now I realize this sounds suspiciously similar to Jane Scott Hodges' gift suggestions featured on page 24 of Southern Accents. Jane Scott and Cameron are old family friends, so perhaps they are on the same wave length.
Another source that Jane Scott mentions is Sucre. Be sure to check out their mouth-watering seasonal offerings, and grab a copy of SA's holiday issue for many more ideas. (Hanukkah inspiration too!)
Update:Â Jane's company, Leontine Linens, just announced an extension on the deadline for holiday orders. Call 800.876.4799 or e-mail info@leontinelinens.com to be paired with a sales associate.
Photo of desk is by Howard L. Puckett
Another must-read this season: the December Western Interiors. Mrs. Blandings generously reminded me that both a favorite designer, Peter Dunham, and a favorite beverage, Coke, are highlighted in a pretty holiday spread. Although the setting is a bit posh, Dunham has injected a signature touch of whimsy -- the old-fashioned Coke bottles with sterling silver straws. Delightful. I've got to duplicate this.
Dunham photos by Lisa Romerein
Flowers by Brent Wang
A silver orchid
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: k style
Spent a little time today browsing my old standbys and found these amazing silver sculpted orchids at one of my favorites. Yep it's Gumps of course. These are just so gorgeous and would definitely be cheaper in the long run than all of the orchids I buy and bury. k
jodii
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: Design*Sponge
i’m always looking for new bags to carry groceries- i like to have a few options depending on my mood. these new bags from sophie at jodii are right up my alley- simple, colorful and reasonably priced at $6-$27. and the pillows? so lovely. sophie is one talented lady. click here to view her full collection and shop online.
The RSS feed for At Home with Kim Vallee has moved
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: At Home with Kim ValleeDear reader, I changed the RSS feed for my blog.
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New Prints on Etsy
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: Design Milk
I’ve added a few new prints to my Etsy shop! How much do you just love that rocker print? I’m going to print myself a poster of it when we get a house.
Etsy Find of the Day: YooLa Wire Pendant Lights
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Original Site: More Ways to Waste Tim
I blogged Israeli industrial designer Yael Falk's (aka Etsy seller YooLa) delicate crocheted wire creations not too long ago, but I'm nuts about her new pendant lights (like the Pomegranate Lampshade, above, $90).
I love the webbed shadows the lights cast -- crazy cool.
Scheherazade Lampshade, $180Each shade comes with a brass halogen light socket and a 78-inch electrical cord. Click here to see all of YooLa's Etsy offerings.
SES Design Jewelry, Preview
11/06/2008, 14:18 | Original Site: Design Mind
In several weeks my newly designed web site will be up and running and featuring my latest work. I've been quite busy in general and have tried to carve out time to design and produce jewelry. Here is a preview of a few pieces I've done over the past month. I hope you enjoy what you see and stay tuned for an announcement when the site is functional. Thanks for your patience.