Category Archives: Home Accessories

February 15, 2012 · 7:02 am

Montage: 47 Living Rooms with Chandeliers and Pendants

The renovations are finally finished in our condo, save for a few odds and ends and two extra dining room tables in the living room. I should also get around to sourcing a living room chandelier. I had the electrician add a box and switch for one in the center of the living room, between the rows of recessed lights. I originally thought I’d like a vintage sputnik, possibly in brass, but now I’m not so sure. Obviously a glittering crystal chandelier isn’t my taste, and a Lindsey Adelman fixture is way out of my price range. So, what shall it be? I found some gorgeous specimens on 1st Dibs, but I’ll save those until tomorrow. Meanwhile, let’s look at 47 different living rooms with various options, from contemporary creations and vintage sputnik to lanterns and Chinoiserie.

Alisberg Parker Architects

Julie Bowen’s home by Molly Luetkeymeyer of M. Design Interiors

Jenna Lyons’ NYC brownstone by Levenson McDavid Architects

Kelly Behun

Delphine Krakoff of Pamplemousse Design

via New York Times

Jean Louis Deniot

Frank Roop

Brad Dufton of Color Theory

unknown

via The Aestate

Shaun Jackson Design for fashion designer Michelle Smith of Milly

Tilton Fenwick

Amanda Nisbet Design

Design Within Reach

Jamie Drake Design Associates

Elizabeth Kimberly Design

Photographer Peter Margonelli

via Skona Hem

Melanie Turner Interiors

Photographer Francesco Lagnese

Jessica Helgerson Interior Design

via The Aestate

Photographer Susan Gillmore

John Willey of Willey Design

unknown

Clarisse Demory

via Living Etc.

Architects Found Associates

Julianne Moore’s NYC brownstone

via Inspace Locations

via Homes and Gardens

Photographer Simon Watson

Roman and Williams Buildings and Interiors

Photographer Francis Smith

Bolig Magasinet | Photographer Mark Roshams

Weitzman Halpern Interior Design | unknown

Steven Gambrel | unknown

Stylist Rosie Brown | Amy Butler’s home

via Living Etc. | via Inspace Locations

Abington Gallery | Photographer Simon Watson

Orrick & Company Architecture & Design | Photographer Philips Ficks

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February 14, 2012 · 10:45 am

DVF Studio Bedding and Bath Debuts

One year ago, in the midst of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York, Diane von Furstenberg launched her DVF Home collection of textiles, bedding, and tabletop. The VIP lounge was decked out with her goods, which are sold through Bloomingdale’s and Neiman Marcus. This week, a new, lower-priced line, DVF Studio, debuted at Bed, Bath & Beyond. Scroll down for a sampling of her bold, mixed prints.

Diane von Furstenberg shows off her new textiles at Fashion Week last year.

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New DVF Studio bedding and bath products at Bed, Bath & Beyond:

Native River
Inspired by Diane von Furstenberg’s travels to Bali. 100 percent cotton duck ‘Native River’ print in green, yellow, white, and taupe reverses to 100 percent cotton sateen ‘Hearts of Palm’ print.

Chain Link
Balances retro glamor with contemporary graphic punch; pure DVF. 100 percent cotton duck ‘Chain Link’ print in navy, yellow, and white reverses to 100 percent cotton sateen ‘Shibori Flowers’ print.

Palm
Florida meets India in the colors of sea and saris. 100 percent cotton duck ‘Palm’ print in aquamarine and white reverses to 100 percent cotton sateen ‘Rhombus’ print.

‘Palm’ and ‘Summer Paisley’ sheet sets.
100% cotton sateen with a 250 thread count

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Various bath products from DVF Studio at Bed, Bath & Beyond:

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In case you missed them over the last year, Bloomingdale’s still stocks DVF Home bedding (and tabletop).

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Vintage DVF print duvets are available at DVF.com. I love these. The patterns are from the ’70s, and were resurrected last year in clothing and accessories. I just discovered these duvets. She’s actually introduced a another Vintage Collection for spring (dresses, pants, tops, jumpers, etc.), in a whole new crop of patterns from 1974.

More DVF decor: DVF-designed rooms at Claridge’s Hotel in London.

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Finally, for those of you who made it to the end, in DVF bedding, tabletop, and luggage happens to be on sale at One King’s Lane today! If you need an invite, email me at stylecarrot [at] gmail [dot] com.

Sneak Peek: MoMA Design Store Destination: Mexico

Last week, on my way to NYC to see designer David Stark and his Wood Shop pop-up at Haus Interior, I got the chance to interview the President of MoMA’s retail division, Kathy Thornton-Bias. It was a real treat; talk about an amazing job. The interview will run later this spring as part of Design Milk‘s new “Design Store(y)” column (did I mention I’m Features Editor over there now?). In the meantime, I can say that she did tell me a bit about this year’s Destination: Design. Last night, the publicist sent over the look book.

In April, the MoMA Design Store launches the tenth installment in its Destination: Design series, Destination: Mexico. Kathy told me, “We pick places off the beaten path. Mexico is our neighbor and we have a mindset about them, but a tremendous amount of contemporary design is happening there.” She assured me the pieces would blow my mind, and break stereotypes.

Indeed, while some hint at indigenous Mexican craft and iconography, many are pure examples of contemporary design. Either way, most are amazing. There are 50 limited edition pieces from emerging Mexican designers, including home accessories, furniture, lighting, paper goods, and jewelry. Here are 18 pieces I really like.

S H O P P I N G

Brass Candela Cube by Sonia Lartigue, $145
Aguayo Dog Table by Nel Colectivo, $195
Perchero Coat Hanger by Paulina Gonzalez-Ortega & Amaya Gutierrez, $275
Hanging Lamp by Rodrigo Alegre & Carlos Acosta, $125
Tricolor Miss Susan by Emiliano Godoy & Cecilia Leon de la Barra, $175
Pirueta Table by Paulina Gonzalez-Ortega & Andres Ocejo, $750
White Cura Glass by Hector Esrawe, $24
Black Acapulco Indoor/Outdoor Chair, $195
Back-strap Loom Scarf by Maggie Galton, $65
Spiked Molcajete Bowl by Perla Valtierra, $150
Deforestation Laptop Feet by Ariel Rojo, $16
Cast Bronze Ring by Natalia Porter & Allison Schiegel, $145
Sombrero Dish by Mauricio Lara, $68
Green Tripod Vase by Ariel Rojo, $28
Multicolor Paper Strip Bowl by Yolanda Resendez, $25
Red Slow Flame Trivets by Lilliana Ovalle, $50
White Cochi Jarrito Mug by Valeria Ramirez, $22
Jam Collapsible Side Table by Rodolfo Samperio, $225

Available late April through June at MoMA Store.

Get the Look: 19 Pieces of LOVE

If you’re looking for “love” . . .

S H O P P I N G

‘Love’ Banner, $17.50 from 5280bliss at Etsy.
‘Feel The Love’ Heart Gift Tag Stickers, $7/24 at Tiny Prints.
‘Love’ Luggage Tag, now $6.99 at Pottery Barn Teen.
‘Love’ Hook, $8 at Urban Outfitters.
‘Love’ Mug, 22,50 €/pair at The Collection.
Red Wool Felt ‘Love’ Heart, $5 at West Elm.
White Ceramic ‘Love’ Vase with Heart, $28 at Uncommon Goods.
Pink and Silver Metallic ‘Love’ Pillow, $14.99 at Target.
John Derian ‘Love’ Pocket Mirror, $16 at Jayson Home.
Jonathan Adler Mod ‘Love’ Needlepoint Pillow, $175 at Jonathan Adler.
Striped ‘I Love You’ Tea Towel by Unity Peg, $20 at Greener Grass Design.
Robert Indiana Miniature ‘Love’ Pink Paperweight, $75 at Museumize.
Jonathan Adler Mod ‘Love’ Sunglass Case, $42 at Jonathan Adler.
“I Love You a Bushel and a Peck” Poster, $18 from Mandipidy at Etsy.
Alexander Girard ‘Love’ PlyPrint, $95 at Design Public.
The Collector’s Charm ‘I Love You’ Locket, $15 at Anthropologie.
Red Thread Wrapped ‘Love’ Sentiment Necklace, $38 at Anthropologie.
Needlepoint Word Pillow Collection, $35 each at Pottery Barn Teen.
Love Votive Candle Set, $39 at Pottery Barn.