Property uplift
In these trying economic times…. (no this isn’t a George W. speech) maybe a full redo isn’t financially responsible, but sometimes a little sprucing can have far reaching effects.  Property Furniture in New York’s Soho has some very cool rugs and accessories that could enliven the dullest of rooms. Read Full Story
Tiles from Ryantown
Here’s a sampling of some of the latest tile works of artisan, Robert Ryan, who just opened the doors to his shop Ryantown, located in London. He manages a thoroughly modern spin on homespun ceramics. Thanks to another talented ceramic designer, Hannah Morrow, for highlighting his new shop. Read Full Story
some like it hot
A great way to introduce a splash of color in your bathroom surrounds is with the Mustang Red In2ition showerspray from Alsons. The modern, square design offers five-spray hand shower function, with a 60″ tangle-free stainless hose. Also available in Satin Nickel, Oil-Rubbed Bronze, and Brushed Chrome finishes. Read Full Story
A Trove of treasure
Who said eco-friendly design has to look like it was made from hemp plants and recycled burlap? Take, Trove, makers of photographic wallpaper. Not only is it incredibly artistic looking, but the company uses water based ink on recycled linen or smooth papers. You can order 6 inch squares for $1 per sample and have colors customized.  As if the black and white on metallic paper doesn’t go with everything. Read Full Story
Mood lighting
Duravit’s new line of medicine cabinets are a minimalist’s nirvana. Not only does the E-mood collection offer a spacious answer to an organizational master but it can also calm all your Obsessive Compulsive Needs with the emssion of soothing light. As an added convenience, a night light automatically switches on when it gets dark. Sublime. Read Full Story
retro walls
Live large with these bold mylar wall coverings from the 1970’s vault of Secondhand Rose, that includes “rare wallpapers from the most avant garde designers of the period.” It’s obvious how much current fashion and furnishings pull from the past, as these authentic, vintage patterns and colorways reveal the ever popular brown and blue combo, bamboo print, and use of bright yellow accents to name a few. Read Full Story
Indian Spice
We never tire of Ikat textiles and other Moroccan looking fabrics. Peter Dunham has a great collection of fabrics available at Hollywood at Home. Read Full Story
Mid-Century Monday
A console table, while often an anchor in a living room, is not necessarily an all important necessity. However, they often possess a sense of style that brings about your focus or direction in defining the room’s aesthetic.  Here are three that speak volumes to us. For the Industrial yet refined :Tonic Home has a brass and glass console called the Brentwood desk for $1680. For the more mod:  Vermillon console in white lacquer retails for $3750 Timeless yet chic: Sputnik Modern linen covered... Read Full Story
cork fusion!
Spectra Decor’s Fusion2 Decorative Hardware and Appliance Pulls, pair environmentally friendly inlays & recycled aluminium. We love the “industrial chic” bronze and cork version. Also noteworthy, is the Variation collection that infuses eco-resion accents with lead-free pewter, available in nine classic shapes. All hardware and pulls are made to order by American artisans. Read Full Story
Mid Century Monday: Irwin Feld Designs
The loft like space of Irwin Feld’s design gallery is the perfect backdrop for his compelling design vignettes. In addition to mid century inspired reproductions, Feld features an array of mid century modern furniture and lighting originals, along with hip, well priced artwork. Blink favorite: Extra large pair of Mid Century Theatre Lights, newly polished and rewired. Read Full Story