Quick post today.  Our house officially lists and I am headed to Dallas to *hopefully* finish house-hunting.  This time, Daddy is watching Maddie and I am enlisting the help of my mom and sister for the search.  So looking forward to some girl time, even if I am cramming 4 school tours and 17 houses into three days. 

Anyways, love this office from Sarah Richardson.

Sarah Richardson Design

And, while I don’t think this is the exact source of the pendant above, I think this number from Uttermost has got the look, no?  It also comes in an aged metal finish and in sconce versions…

Uttermost “Alita” Champagne, Metal Hanging Shade

I quite like the price points of the Uttermost line.  In fact, I have on of their chandeliers in my foyer…..and everyone is always amazed that I scored it for under $200.

P.S., don’t forget about my giveaway of six yards of the new Thom Filicia fabric!  The winner will be announced on Monday.

My love of the bamboo / chinese chippendale chair is not undocumented.  A search for a metal version of this chair led me to Design Workshop Incorporated based out of North Carolina.

This is where the interest started…..

And then they sent me their catalog….and wow, I love so many of their products.

For a covered porch, perhaps?

Tucked in a little nook, or at a writing desk?

And, they do more than seating.  How about extra storage in a kitchen tight on cabinet space?

A rustic file cabinet….on wheels no less!

A stylish option for the kids’ activity room?

Or how about an industrial chic coffee or side table…that could even fold up to be pulled out when additional tabletop space is needed?

Wow, I could post their entire catalog here.  They do dining tables, with options for straight, ball & claw or parsons legs.   They have a ton of finish options and innovative designs.  They offer industrial lighting designs, stools, decorative steel baskets, etc.  And, what I like almost as much as their designs is that their prices are not over the top at all.  In fact, they seem quite affordable.

I am wondering if anyone has ever purchased from this company (looks like they were recently at the NY Gift Show) or seen their products in person?  I cannot wait to try them out in my new home…..just where to start?  The bamboo chair and ottoman are really tempting!  And even my husband enjoyed the catalog when he saw it on my desk…..a definite plus!

I have long admired this étagère from Jardins en Fleur.

Optional colors include black (as seen), china red, blanc de chine white, snow leopard or persimmon orange.  But, what I think is pretty unique about this piece is that it can easily be broken down into a set of three nesting tables and a single two door chest.  Now, how fun is that?

For more information on finish options, pricing or other products from Jardins en Fleur, please feel free to contact me.

I am often contacted by people looking for sources on various looks.  The Chinese Chippendale / Chinoiserie inspired chair is a popular request these days.

Below is an example of this style of chair in a very traditional setting, with a wood finish.  I believe these chairs are by Dessin Fournir, and are pretty pricey (just being honest).

image via Traditional Home, photo credit Tria Giovan

While the following images feature the popular lacquered look.

Elle Decor via here

via WaterLeaf Interiors

So, where do you find these chairs, you ask?  They are available at all different price points. For more information on pricing, feel free to contact me.

Napa Home & Garden

Bungalow 5

Noir Furniture

Incidentally, here are the Noir chairs used in a room by Webb Designs (aka, Joni from Cote de Texas).  Don’t you love the addition of the slips?  I should add that most of the chairs featured here are available in both arm and side chair versions.

There are also plenty of high-end versions of these chairs available….

Baker Furniture

Althorp Living History

Ficks Reed

Ann Getty House Collection

I also like the versions available from Artistic Frame, as they are available in a myriad of different finishes.  And, the chair can easily be modified into a barstool or an office chair, the cushion can be customized, etc.

Artistic Frame

And, of course, you can find these chairs in the design catalogs, such as Ballard Designs and William Sonoma Home.  Jonathan Adler also has a nice option in multiple colors.  Finally, it is always worth looking on Craigslist, eBay, etsy and 1stDibs.com for a vintage set.

Last but not least, want to see the chair motif on your walls?  Check out this paper from Thibaut, available in 5 colorways.

So, do you like the look….do you prefer a bold lacquer or something more subdued?  And, do you have a source we should know about?  I’d love to hear about it if you do.

Words cannot properly express how much I love these chairs.  This photo from the Niermann Weeks website causes my heart to palpitate.  The fabric and finish on this set…..wow….I have no words.

I love my dining room chairs……but I would trade them in a heartbeat for a set of these…..if only my budget were unlimited.  In any case, I scoured the internet for some more images of these beauties and even emailed with the folks over at Niermann Weeks and I’ve got a few more images to share.

The below set resides in the Niermann’s own dining room.  Can you imagine what your home would look like if you owned a company like Niermann Weeks?  No, I am not jealous at all!

Photo by Kenneth M. Wyner taken for Washington Space Summer 2006 Issue

The next image is from Veranda, and I apologize I cannot locate the issue/photographer.  If you know, please let me know so I can update the credits.  Unfortunately, you can only catch a glimpse of the table and chairs here….but I really like how they have mixed the Annecy chair with upholstered ones.

The next two images come from Traditional Home Magazine.  The March 2009 article featured the home of Eleanor “Elle” Roper.  I love the settee version just as much as I love the chair!

Photo by Emily Minton-Redfield

And what about this one, can you catch a glimpse of this chair in the bedroom below?

Photo by Emily Minton-Redfield

Speaking of glimpses, can you spot the tops of these chairs in the cover shot of the March 2010 Traditional Home Magazine?

Photo by Werner Straube

Finally, this shot of the Annecy Settee was used in an advertisement for JLM Couture Occasions.  According to Eleanor Niermann, the NY showroom has actually rented out the settee several times for photo shoots and wedding events.  Who knew?

Photo by Rachel Mayfield

So, what do you think?  Do you share my love for the Annecy Chair and Settee?  Perhaps one day I’ll have my own!  If you have any questions about these items, or any Niermann Weeks piece, please feel free to contact me.

I have recently been working on organizing my office.  One of these organization projects has been to sift through my stacks and stacks of shelter magazines….getting them organized and put away.  Of course, being the addict I am I’ve had to leaf through them as I go along, making the project take much longer than it needs to take.

The below image is from Beautiful Homes Magazine, Winter 2007.  I love the simplicity of this room.  And, I especially love the cane backed chairs.

Photo by David Cro

The chair is the Beaufort Chair by Hickory Chair.  The chair cushion is “Carlton Velvet” by Robert Allen.  This 100% cotton velvet is available in 57 colorways.  The back cushion is “Candlewood” by Stout Brothers & Co. and is available in four colorways.

I now have these chairs on my list of potentials for our family room.  We have a large sectional and these would be a nice way to break up the upholstery and give some variety.

For information on any of these products, feel free to contact me.

Ok, I am not going to lie….before I started getting into design blogs, I barely knew what a “Foo Dog” was.  A quick google search clued me in to the fact that they are said to be Buddha’s guardians in ancient Chinese folklore.  And now, of course, I see them everywhere and they’ve grown on me! 

I’ll do a proper post on these little guys when I have more time to research…..  But, I wanted to share an image from the June 2010 House Beautiful that caught my eye.  This home was designed by Jean Larette.

photo by Reed Davis

I love this lamp….and had to find the source.  Of course, the sources in the magazine led me to a shop with no online inventory.  But, a quick google search led me to this lamp at several different online retailers.  Of course, a little more sleuthing and I had found the source…..these lamps (which are sold in a pair) are by Barbara Cosgrove.

Note how there is a distinct “left” and a “right” of this pair.  I am thinking these would look perfect as lamps on our bedside tables.   Our current ones are dinky and off scale….these have the weight we are missing.  So, a quick couple of emails with this company and my account was established.  Cannot wait to order my new lamps….and can only hope the husband shares my appreciation!

PS–The dresser in the House Beautiful image above is from Victoria Hagan Home…..I could do another post on this piece….love it! 

Candice Olson unveiled new upholstered pieces for Norwalk Furniture at the Spring High Point Market.  The line is not yet up on Norwalk’s website but I have a sneak peek at a couple of the pieces.

The Hutton Chair

The Kylie Sofa and Ottoman

What do you think?  I quite like the chair.  The sofa looks comfy….but I think the ottoman may be a bit out there for my personal taste.

Nearly a year ago I spotted this lamp at a semi-local shop.  At the time, I thought they were likely handmade by a local vendor.  And, while I did not have a spot for them, something about them caught my eye….enough that I took a picture.  I know it was the birds that drew my eye….

So, imagine my surprise when I spotted this exact lamp while recently browsing the catalog of one of my vendors (Gallery Designs, a wholesale lighting company based in Texas).

The catalog of offerings is varied, offering many of their shades in drum/pendant application, with a handful of floor lamps as well.  Here are some that caught my eye, for various tastes and decor….

You may recall a couple of months ago I did a post on Lacefield Designs pillows.  Well, the popular Lacefield Designs fabrics have even found their way into some of Gallery Designs’ lighting.  Here are some of my favorites.

I really love the various base materials on these lamps- from crackled resin, china or an antiqued patina, these lamps are unique.  What’s more, they are affordable which is always a bonus.  I have to admit, when I first saw the bird shade (first photo) I took the picture thinking I could find some vintage wallpaper or fabric and make my own shade.  But, like many of my well intentioned projects, I just never found the time.  Maybe I will find a spot for that cute lamp for my daughter’s new room….or perhaps the nursery once we move.  What do you think, do any of these appeal to you?

Do you remember the Lee Jofa advertisements showcasing their Belgravia fabric in many of the design magazines last year?  I recently spotted some remnants at Deboise Textiles in Baltimore……

And, here the fabric is looking lovely in an image from the new “Sex and the City 2″ movie.  Love the use of this fabric on the dining room chairs.  The large scale pattern is just right.  Love it!

image via Lee Jofa

What a difference it is to see the fabric in a room setting vs. a little swatch pulled from the fabric finder.  I cannot wait to see the movie, I still miss the excuse to get together with my girlfriends on a weekly basis for cosmos (haven’t had one in ages) and gossip….  I cannot wait to see the outrageous fashions and designs in the new movie!

Do you like the fabric?  Feel free to contact me (or your designer) for pricing.