She’s here! She’s here! She’s here! Madeline Weinrib is officially here! Urban Dwellings Design just got some of her pillows and clutches in….rugs are on their way. I have been obsessed with her line for years and can not believe I get to see her designs everyday. I am not exaggerating. I really do love her work. My proof-check out my April 6th, 2007 and September 12th, 2008 blogs. Yep. She is awesome and she is here!
November 22, 2009 9:56 am
She’s here!
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November 9, 2009 9:26 am
Childhood Memories
As most homes do, my childhood home had an adults only room. In my parent’s living room laid a beautiful brass kaleidoscope. I was often mesmerized by it’s simplicity on the outside and beauty on the in. Anthropolgie offers three unique styles of handmade in America kaleidoscopes. They are all made of stained glass, copper and crystal. I know buying American made usually makes the cost a bit higher but we should be supporting local and American made everything as much as we can right now. Plus, the quality is usually better. You may pay more but you get to enjoy it longer!
Anthropologie Missouri/Kansas City Location
531 Nichols Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 531 - 4429
September 28, 2009 9:29 am
The Knottier The Better
Hey…I’m just repeating what they said. If The Knotty Rug ads don’t make you smile I don’t know what will. How about “I love it when you walk all over me.”? I was recently lucky enough to go to a yummy thai dinner with Darrell Wingo and Alan Karlin the brains behind The Knotty Rug. The store and Alan Karlin’s interior design firm are in the 45th Street antique district. The store is filled with stunning Persian (semi-antique and new), French needlepoint, flatwoven Kilms, and some contemporary rugs. The price points widely vary so go in with a size, color palette and budget. Trust me, you won’t leave empty handed.
September 15, 2009 9:37 am
Jonathan Adler in KC
I have been following Jonathan Adler since 2002 when I came across his store in NYC. It was love at first sight! His ability to bring styles from all over the world and from all time periods together is incredibly impressive. In one room he might use his Greek key rug, a needlepoint pillow, a Queen Anne mirror and a chippendale chair. Thankfully Urban Dwellings Design is now a carrier of Jonathan Adler products. One of the first items featured in the store is the Channing Desk. It is a combination of white lacquer, lucite pulls and polished nickel legs. It’s simple but elegant. Come by the store to see it on the floor. I hope you are enjoying your Fall as much as I am!
August 24, 2009 9:15 am
Bolivian Rosewood
These rosewood vases are made from stumps left by well-managed forests in Santa Cruz. Local artisans use traditional techniques from Jesuit missions that were established in the 16th century. The combination of the stunning wood and seamless carving techniques makes a one of a kind timeless creation. Check out the other one of kind objects sold at L’aviva Home here…
July 20, 2009 9:58 am
ABC Carpet and Home Online Store
Yes. You read that right. ABC carpet and home now has an online store. This means very good and very bad things. Good-I can shop from the comfort of my home. Bad-I can shop from the comfort of my home. ABC is a 6 story building that sells handmade goodies, unique serving bowls/plates/glasses, one of a kind pieces, antiques, contemporary lines, shabby chic lines, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, luxurious bedding and bath products, gifts, chocolates, childrens, Madeline Weinrib Atelier rugs, and so on. You can literally satisfy an entire home’s needs in this store. It is a MUST see and now must shop online!
July 6, 2009 9:38 am
Turtle Fever
I feel like everywhere I turn I see turtles! They are on pillows, wall art, lighting, etc…Turtles have such a wonderful pattern on their shells. The pattern looks graphic when printed on a pillow, it makes a funky texture when used as a light, and as a learning tool for artists today.
The pillow is from Naked Decor. It is 18 x 18 with a hand silkscreened turtle image on both sides.
http://www.nakeddecor.com/shop.html
The translucent porcelain tortoise shell from Jonathan Adler is hand sculpted with a polished nickel base. It is 15″ w x 25″ high.
The hand drawn study of the turtle is from Albertus Seba’s “Cabinet of Curiosities” dating back to the 1730’s. Natural Curiosities brings artists like Albertus back to life by studying their work, learning their technique, and recreating the stunning images so that anyone can enjoy them today.
http://www.naturalcuriosities.com/
To purchase natural curiosities go to Urban Dwellings Design.
June 22, 2009 9:16 am
Big Wheels Keep On Burning
Michael Vermillion is no stranger to building furniture. He has been at it for over 35 years and is still going strong. He recently introduced his vintage furniture factory cart through Restoration Hardware. Michael has created two other best selling collections for the well known home store: Mission and Marston. The factory cart is a limited item as they are all original. Get one while you can!
June 1, 2009 9:12 am
Ceiling Make-Over?
These are the most amazing wall tiles I have ever seen. Why? Because they are wood frames with painted burlap attached to them. In the late 19th early 20th century they were used as ceiling tiles in a Florentine home. Each “tile” is 45″ x 45″ and incredibly priced at $325. You can’t buy original artwork of that size anywhere. Especially antique artwork! They come in a set of 10. Use them to fill a large wall or as ceiling tiles. Be sure to look through Roundtrip Imports entire website for more detailed photographs. Great local shop!
March 27, 2009 9:55 am
Flowers Are Uh-Comin
It’s that time of year for flowers to be popping up. What a perfect time to bring them to your floors. This rug is block printed on heavy cotton. Also check out the bedding, pillows, and other goodies by John Robshaw.