Are you excited? Next week is the family holiday we all either love or loath. The family comes together to enjoy grandma’s sweet potatoes, mom’s stuffing and watch as dad slices the turkey; or at least he try’s to slice the turkey before mom steps in and takes over claiming she has a better slicing arm, you know because of dad’s bad elbow. Anyways this is a time of jotful harvest and this should most definitely be seen in your table decor. How are you planning on decorating the table? I think this year I’ll take a que from Southern Accents and go country! Enjoy the inspiration!
New Orleans has gone through a lot of stress over the last couple of years but it remains a must visit U.S. city and these photos show why. The architecture and design in this 291 year old city brings it’s residents from the modern century to a time of European indulgence. Today the big easy maybe best be know for it’s hurricanes and Mardi Gras but there is a sense of old worldliness that has me inspired to bring a french flare into my own Interior.
While staying in the French Quarter you have got to take a walk down every street, turn every corner and discover something new. Make sure to walk the French Market after you sip on a café au lait and nibble on fresh beignets from Cafe’ Du Monde. Walk the St. Louis Cathedral square at night and have your cards or palm read just for fun! But do make sure to stop in to the Cathedral and take in the great Architecture which New Orleans was built around.
The best part of New Orleans are the courtyards and gardens. These outdoor spaces, as well as the Lobby’s and den’s of the Boutique French Quarter Hotels are where I find my Interior inspiration. Bringing the gardens into your space via small accessories like the finial shown below and other decorative accents is a great start. The nice thing about New Orleans is the amount of original art that can be bought on the street from the artist and you can usually talk them into a good price.
To really make an impact you must include a chandelier, like the one show above, in your interior. This will bring your company and you into the lounges and parlor rooms of so many great New Orleans destinations. Also by adding a frech country inspired chair or chaise you are adding style and sophistication to your space. My favorite thing to do is play off the furniture style by placing the piece in a modern space or next to a modern side table. This will bring more focus to the piece as art not just a comfy place to sit.
So when you are planning your next trip out of town remember to consider an inspiring location like New Orleans and don’t forget to take pictures of all the historical interiors and the furnishings so you can incorporate something like them in your home. And don’t forget to start your Online Search here!
A furniture company for the new modernist. Sleek and chic, each piece of furniture in designed to fit into any modern environment. The Corbin chair shown above offers a comfortable seating option and an excellent design style. Perfect for your office lobby, living room, den, or as an accent chair in the bedroom. A great option for the lap top user is the Dell side table (seen above). The table pulls up to any chair or sofa and slides under the bottom, so you can work on your laptop with ease. This is also a great table to use while entertaining. Perfect for cocktails and a dish of nuts this style is the modern update of the “tv tray.”
One of my favorite things to do on a sunny summer afternoon is relax with a good book and a nice cold drink. The Bethany Arm Chair, above, is a great chair to kick back and relax in. Made of solid walnut and upholstered in black leather, which has been treated and is so comfortable and supple. This piece says high style but is offered at a great mid market price. Can you see yourself or your guest getting cozy in the Bethany arm chair? I know I do. It reminds me of a piece you might find in a home library or den. Where do you see the Bethany chair?
Nuevo has a variety of styles and collections ranging from classic modern to today’s contemporary. One of the more contemporary pieces is the Stephan Sofa, seen above top. This small scale piece is great for apartment or condo living. It’s also a great piece for those college students who are looking to furnish their first apartment. Sort of a classic through back, the Hermes Occasional Chair in white leather makes for a nice light weight chair that you can move around easy in the event of company. Light and airy is always a goal one tries to achieve in a modern interior and this chair will make it happen. My favorite dining table from Neuvo has to be the Victor. The tables black stone top and the tripod base are artistic and will add a sense of architectural style to your space.
Above: The Fresno Dining Table has great draftsman quality and style. The size is perfect for a six person dinner or offers a great alternative to a classic desk. Made of hard wood with turned legs this is a piece for all interiors. If you’re looking for stylish outdoor furniture Nuevo has several collections of woven pieces with soft cushions. The Low outdoor lounger fits to your form for maximum comfort and has a great sensual appearance that will make any one jealous.
Below: If you are looking to update, add or buy new lighting for your modern home Nuevo has an extensive collection of pendant lights, ceiling mounted pieces, floor and table lamps. Two of my favorite pendants are the Marina Pendant (below left) and Orba Pendant. (below right)
For more information or to see more products from Nuevo please click here. All photos courtesy of Nuevo furniture.
I’ve often thought about how I would bring a sense of artfulness and whimsy into a home without using painted furniture or pieces found at art fairs, then I came in touch with TLS. TLS stands for Total Life Style. Which if you truly wanted to, you could furnish your entire home using TLS but, if you’re just looking to add a bit of life to a room, hallway or other interior space, this company offers a creative way to add some pizazz.
TLS offers only the most quality-manufactured product. All of their products are made of hardwood, which has been kiln-dried to 6-8% moisture content, assuring you that the upholstery frames and case goods will not crack or warp, regardless of the climate or season. Their trademarked ModuCoil? Suspension for the Upholstery is an industry standard, offering similar construction and feel as an eight Way Hand-Tie, but with improved quality offering a longer more useful product life.
TLS offers quality USA made upholstery with 3-4 week lead-times, and they keep an inventory of more than 95% of their case goods, so they can ship your order within a few days from their Indiana warehouse. TLS is truly original high-end design at mid-market prices. Home Décor Buyer Magazine founder, Jim Carper said, “I have never seen a company introduce so many new truly original products at one time.” TLS was invited into the prestigious InterHall section of the International Home Furnishing Center after their first High Point market. They have not, nor will they ever copy any other designer’s work, so you know you’ll be receiving the very best TLS has to offer.
Since 2002 TLS has been a family-owned and run business, delivering quality hardwood case goods and USA made upholstery with a focus on providing superior customer service. They’re scope of service is vast and no job is too large nor too small. TLS offers contract and hospitality clients the AutoCAD design capability to customize products for large projects as well as they focus on the needs of individual designers. TLS is however a direct to the trade business so you’ll need to go through a designer or showroom in order to purchase their great furnishings. A plus side to this is, TLS develops custom products for their retail clients. So what you or your designer see in a showroom is not found elsewhere.
For more information or to see more products from TLS please click here. All photo’s courtesy of TLS by Design.
