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Our February issue, which arrived in mailboxes and on newsstands late last week, is dedicated, in its entirety, to our recent Christmas House at The Mansion on Peachtree. For those who want to get the “showhouse look” in their own homes, select participating designers were kind enough to continue the spirit of the season and treat our readers to special accessories used in their showhouse rooms, or similar items that inspired them in the design of their spaces.

We’ve got 10 days worth of prizes—and, on certain days, two prizes! Entering is simple. The easiest way is to send an email with your name, telephone number, address and email address to showhousecontest@gmail.com. The deadline to enter is January 30, 2011. Beginning daily on January 31, 2011 – February 4, 2011, and again on February 7, 2011 – February 11, 2011, we will draw one name per day (and, in some instances, two). Below is the list of prizes. Good luck! Here’s a link to complete details and contest rules, including other ways to enter.

PRIZES TO BE AWARDED:

Week 1
Monday, January 31, 2011: 9″ x 12″ acrylic and gold leaf work on paper by artist Tom Swanston. Framing by Myott Studio. Donated by Bill Peace of Peace Design, Tom Swanston and Myott Studio

Tuesday, February 1, 2011: Two velvet orange pillows from Amy Morris of Amy D. Morris Interiors (both pillows will go to one winner)

Wednesday, February 2, 2011: Ceramic garden seat from Phoebe Howard of Mrs. Howard

Thursday, February 3, 2011: A Rare Bird of Fashion book from Mark Williams and Niki Papadopolous of Mark Williams Design Associates

Friday, February 4, 2011: Purple rock quartz votive holder from Harmonious Living by Tish Mills

Week 2
Monday, February 7, 2011: (two drawings)
• Two hand-woven Tunisian hand towels from Capella Kincheloe‘s master bath. Donated by The Mercantile (both hand towels will go to one winner)

• Collection of three white porcelain bud vases from Barbara Howard‘s master bath (all three vases go to one winner). Donated by Gramercy Home (will have two drawings on one day for these two prizes, in the order listed)

Tuesday, February 8, 2011: Two books, The Architecture of Thailand and Jim Thompson: The Thai Silk Sketchbook, the latter of which is in a silk case. From Hutton Wilkinson and Jim Thompson Silk (both books will go to one winner)

Wednesday, February 9, 2011: Low Country Luxe candle from Kathryn Leach of Kathryn Leach Home

Thursday, February 10, 2011: (two drawings)
• A signed copy of Bobby McAlpine’s book, The Home Within Us, from Susan Ferrier of McAlpine Booth & Ferrier Interiors
• A signed copy of Bobby McAlpine’s book, The Home Within Us, from Susan Ferrier of McAlpine Booth & Ferrier Interiors
(will have two drawings on one day for these two prizes, in the order listed)

Friday, February 11, 2011: (two drawings)
• A certificate for a Sommelier’s Selection massage compliments of 29 Spa at The Mansion on Peachtree, A Roswewood Hotel & Residence

• A certificate for a 1-night stay at The Mansion on Peachtree, A Rosewood Hotel & Residence including valet parking (will have two drawings on one day for these two prizes, in the order listed)




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Looking for a little design inspiration? You got it! Today for our Friday favorite, we are sharing with you some of our favorite design books at the moment.

1. Clinton Smith – At the moment, three new tomes are wrestling for space on my nightstand, and I can’t get enough of any of them: Rooms to Inspire in the City by Annie Kelly, architect Bobby McAlpine’s The Home Within Us and designer Thomas O’Brien’s American Modern.
2. Kate Abney – I know it’s cliché, but Domino: The Book of Decorating is such a wonderful resource for someone like me who’s just starting out. Celerie Kemble’s To Your Taste is great, too. It really shows how to create transitional interiors that reflect individuality—with a Southern spin. I saw Bazaar Style at an outdoor market once and almost bought it—it’s such a neat collection of eclectic spaces. Oh and Vogue Living: Houses, Gardens People. What a dream.
3. Rachel Cardina Lasserre – Lately, I have been on a French style obsession reading French Home by Josephine Ryan. I also look forward to reading photographer Todd Selby’s new book The Selby is In Your Place as soon as I get my hands on a copy!
4. Heather J. Paper – Admittedly, I’m fickle when it comes to design books; I tend to love the one I’m with. At the moment, it’s Alessandra Branca’s New Classic Interiors. But ask me tomorrow and it may well be another!

Now, it’s your turn! Share with us what’s on your coffee table or nightstand.

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