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Design for the Analytically Minded
I am not a designer. But I’ve learned a lot about design, and I’ve grown to love it. I’m probably your poster child left-brainer. I went to Wharton and worked as a fund manager, managing investments for pension funds, central banks, foundations, and hedge funds. I’ve also been writing software since I was eleven, and…
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Lucky U! Graphic Image Goes Back to School with Lucky
We’ve just spotted one of our favorite brands, Graphic Image, on LuckyMag.com. The Orange Crocodile Leather Dictionary was featured on their list of luxurious school supplies. Take a look!
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Sweet Treats – New Dessert Sets from Mottahedeh
Mottahedeh just introduced two lovely new patterns for summer. Both collections include dessert plates and cups & saucers in sets of four. Perfect for afternoon tea and cake! Everybody has been going “nuts” over the first pattern – Nut Leaf. Beautiful, rich green foliage is dotted with different nuts and decorated with 22 karat gold.…
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In the Artist’s Words: What Does Blue Mean to You?
We love learning about what inspires our artists to create the pieces they do. Here is what L’Objet’s Elad Yifrach said recently about blue and white, and his inspiration for the Perlee Blue dinnerware collection: Last year I was fortunate enough to sail from Turkey to Greece with a group of dear friends. We called…
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Classic American Pieces: Pillows and Throws by Christen Maxwell
We’re really excited about our new pillows and throws from Christen Maxwell! Christen’s new line is full of simple, beautiful pieces that are just right for the way we live today. They’re carefree and easy to use all over the house, at the football game, and even at the beach.
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Houzz.com is Looking for Interior Design Photographers and Writers
We love the Houzz.com website for all things interior design. You can browse beautiful rooms and make virtual inspiration boards for your decorating projects. We just heard they are looking for more photographers and writers to contribute to the site. Click on the link below for more details and to apply: Houzz Call: Looking for…
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New Alberto Pinto and Anna Weatherley Prices Effective July 1
We just received notice that many Alberto Pinto and Anna Weatherley prices will be going up on July 1st. So if you’ve been pining for the exquisitely hand-painted dinnerware from these two world famous designers, now’s the time!
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Peter Som for SFERRA: Haute Couture for the Bedroom
The new Peter Som bedding and pillow collections from SFERRA bring the high fashion of the runway into your home, for a stylishly modern look. It’s haute couture for the bedroom.
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Complete the Look: Clean and Simple Table Linens by Trina Turk
My “Theory of Design” One of the tricks to successful designs – whether you are thinking about stationery, a restaurant, or a home – is the presence of a common thread in the realization of an idea. Think about your favorite stores – two of ours are Restoration Hardware and Williams-Sonoma Home – or your…