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In a Modern Mood

June 2, 2010 in Editor Favorites, New Product, shopping by Heather | 1 comment

With MA 10 officially in full swing, my design sensibilities are tracking that direction. And one of my favorite new sites for all things modern is Gretel. I never cease to be amazed by their breath-of-fresh-air new items. It doesn’t matter that my interiors aren’t thoroughly modern; even the most traditional room can be a good fit for clean-lined, streamlined accents.

I’m particularly enthralled with this crocheted rubber bowl, with its grandmother’s-needlework-meets-industrial point of view:

And this lambswool/cashmere throw gives a traditional paisley motif an entirely fresh outlook:

But this line of Zig Zag dinnerware is the very next thing on my must-have list:

So what’s currently catching your modern eye?

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May Daze

May 12, 2010 in Designing, Events, Sale, shopping by Heather | 1 comment

It’s May, and you know what that means: the annual ADAC sample sale. In its 27th year, this event is sure to live up to its name as the “Rolls Royce of Garage Sales.” Literally held in the ADAC parking garage this weekend, May 15th and 16th, it will offer floor samples and one-of-a-kind items up to 80% off. But here’s the best part–it’s a win-win situation. Not only can shoppers save bundles on their treasures but Camp Twin Lakes will benefit, too. Mark your calendar and set your GPS for 351 Peachtree Hills Avenue. For more information, go to the ADAC website or call (404) 995-9596.

While you’re in the neighborhood, check out the 3rd Annual Spring Tent Sale at The Galleries of Peachtree Hills. Taking place Friday and Saturday, May 14th and 15th, this don’t-miss event will feature furnishings and accessories from the likes of Mrs. Howard and Parc Monceau–again, up to 80% off. For more information, go to the Galleries‘ website.

I’m already in a daze just thinking about the possibilities. See you there!

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Inspired by the Hamptons

April 28, 2010 in Designing, contest by Heather | No comments

In light of the “What Inspires You” contest being sponsored by DesignSherpa, I’ve been thinking about what inspires me. Coincidentally–just when it was top of mind–I ran across a New York Times piece featuring the Manhattan home of Duane Hampton. Her husband, Mark, was one of the most gracious designers I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. Not to mention talented. And their Park Avenue apartment, where Duane still resides, is a spectacular testament to that talent. Case in point is the rich red dining room, where a William Kent-style table is set beneath a grand Venetian mirror. (In 1994, Vanity Fair asked Mark Hampton what object he would like to come back as when he died. Either a 1941 Lincoln Continental or a William Kent table, he said.)

Equally impressive is Duane’s office (once daughter Alexa’s bedroom), where the desk faces a watercolor portrait of her husband. It’s also where she undoubtedly penned her latest book; Mark Hampton, An American Decorator (Rizzoli), due out this month, is a celebration of his remarkable career.

But, as they say, design is in the details–and this is the detail that inspires me most: Atop Duane’s dresser is Mark Hampton’s manifesto. Written in his own hand, it reads “I don’t believe less is more. I believe that more is more. I believe that less is less, fat fat, thin thin and enough is enough!”

Design with conviction is always inspiring.

Dining Room

Home Office

Mark Hampton's Mantra

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In ‘n’ Out

April 21, 2010 in Designing, Editor Favorites, Outdoor Products by Heather | 1 comment

Save for the extraordinarily high pollen count, the weather here in Atlanta has been practically perfect–sunny with temps in the mid 70s. For me, it doesn’t get any better than that. So, naturally, my thoughts are turning to spending more time outdoors.

I love the concept of outdoor living rooms, especially given the wide variety of indoor/outdoor fabrics available today. It wasn’t all that long ago that your choices for outdoor fabrics came down to hunter green or basic beige. But today’s bevy of beauties is not only hard-wearing but high-style, too–certainly chic enough to be used indoors or out. And I’m not the only one who’s noticed. A recent post by Material Girls gave a rundown of some of the season’s best. I’m particularly fond of these picks from Donghia, Schumacher and Lee Jofa. But there are SO many options out there. Which ones are your faves?

Donghia

Donghia

Trina Turk for Schumacher

Lee Jofa

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I Can See Clearly Now

April 7, 2010 in Designing, Editor Favorites by Heather | 2 comments

While recently reading one of my favorite design blogs, The Peak of Chic, I was reminded of one of my most dependable “go-to” pieces–the acrylic table. Blogger Jennifer Boles posted a bevy of beauties from White Webb’s Clearly Classic line of occasional tables. Why is she such a fan? “First, they’re made of lucite which means that they don’t add a lot of visual heft to a room…..The other thing that captivates me are the tables’ architectural shapes. They’re exotic yes, but thanks to the lucite, it’s exotic-light. These tables will work in any interior.”

I’d up the ante even further; the light-reflecting quality of the acrylic itself is sure to add a sparkle to any space.

The gems below, a mere sampling of the collection, are now available at Donghia showrooms across the country. The only conundrum? Which one to choose.

Alexander Tables

Tangiers Table

Hadrian Table

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