Friday, April 1, 2011

HB HOME FINDS A NEW HOME IN KINDEL

Pat Healing and Dan Barsanti, the founders Westport, Connecticut-based interior design firm and shop, HB Home have a new collection with Michigan-based Kindel Furniture. The fresh American made designs, fretwork details, and easy silhouettes of the HB Home Collection were designed by the duo to fill a designer driven niche of usable well-scaled items they created for their clients. Working in light, cerused finishes, in woods like White Oak, the timeless forms in upholstery and case goods are "tried and true with a twist," says Southport resident Patricia Healing. Healing and Barsanti puts the focus on classic, crisp forms for easy living. The modern pared-down classics are so well executed, I think you will agree, this is a great addition.

Photos courtesy of Kindel/HB Home
A casual seating arrangement with pops of blue and white fabrics at the windows and sofa throw pillows. This design formula HB Home has brought them a following at their retail shops in Westport, CT, East Hampton, Lexington Avenue and Greenvale, LI.

A wide yellow and white stripe on the wall balances the vivid print on the upholstered chair.

A chest in a light finish and simple brass hardware sits alongside a comfortable reading chair.

Punchy over - sized brass bubble drawer hardware makes a statement in the same way a great bracelet does.

A mid-century modern inspired coffee table had an extra shelf for storage and really comes to life with the addition of sparkly accessories.

The Hazel Cabinet is a simplified classical piece, with two doors and adjustable shelves inside.
A queen bed with upholstered headboard, side rails and foot board, the Brett bed has many qualities of a custom piece.
A Neoclassic hall table has become essential in a large entry hall these days. The Shetland Library Table with white accents has hand carved feet that show Kindel craftsmanship at work. It has been a bestseller for years, and this fresh finish is sure to please.

The Serafina Side Chair in White Oak has a nice corner detail on the back and could be used in a hall or around a dining table.
Stella Lounge Chair has a tight back with a sloping curve.
The Elsa Ottoman works well with a chair or on its own. The raise square pattern on the leg ties it in with the rest of the collection as a signature element.
With a deep seat and channel upholstery, the Wedge Sofa has back pillows to sink into.
Four back pillows come with the roll arm Swing Sofa By the Inch.
The Marabelle Chest of Drawers in a Cerused Bark finish has a slight bow front and tailored curve at the base.

The solid brass hardware on the Mabel Nightstand reminds me of Dots Candy from childhood.
I can think of a million ways to work with the upholstered Chloe X Bench.

The narrow five shelf Baby Babette Fretwork Bookcase is great for city living and for its sunshine yellow color.

The more ample Babette Fretwork Bookcase in Cerused Oak and white could be put together to create a room divider or flanking a sofa.
Expecting company for dinner? The pedestal base Colby Dining Table comes with two leaves.
Nice feet! The early American - inspired Theo Round Lamp Table has nickel toe caps. And yes, it is a chic deep blue finish you see.


Smart! A tin liner makes using the Shutters Planter a snap.


Lacking nice ways to display that antique urn? The Hudson Shagreen Pedestal has you covered.

Women and Home 1954 - all 12 in mint condition

Thursday, March 31, 2011

On the wall

LINEAR THINKING

Stripes are literally everywhere for spring. Available in varying thickness and color, add fashionable stripes to your wardrobe and your home. They have a happiness factor you cannot deny. Pack a visual punch and stripe it rich when the weather turns warm. Don't you want to earn your stripes?

Photo courtesy of Z Gallerie
The Venezia Pavillion from Z Gallerie will transform your outdoor space into a Dorothy Draper inspired getaway.

Photo courtesy of Pretty Ballerinas
Marilyn Ballet Flats in black and white stripes with red accents from Pretty Ballerinas.

Photo courtesy of Dash and Albert
The Lakehouse indoor outdoor rugs from Dash and Albert have a wide classic awning stripe that works in a variety of settings.

Photo courtesy of Minnie Mortimer
The Kate Dress from Minnie Mortimer is a classic sailor shirt as dress.
Photo courtesy of Kate Spade
Brushstroke Bow Anabel is lacquered canvas from Kate Spade with a darling bow detail.

Photo courtesy of Kate Spade
Candy Shop Jeanette Dress is an easy shirt dress from Kate Spade.

Photo courtesy of Top Shop
Black scallop stripe one piece swimsuit from Top Shop.

Photo courtesy of LA Plates
Jot a note on a customized zig zag striped notepad from LA Plates.

Photo courtesy of Urban Outfitters
Urban Outfitter's Cabana Stripe Duvet Cover is a lot of bang for the buck in a wonderful peachy sorbet color.
Photo courtesy of Shades of Light
6" Hand painted Metal Ticking Stripe Chandelier Shade from Shades of Light is a way to add a striped element in a small dose.

Photo courtesy of Pier 1
The Wycliff Chest with painted stripes lined in turquoise from Pier 1 is a way to make a big impact with stripes.

West Elm Striped Shower Curtain in citron shows stripes horizontally.

Photo courtesy of Pottery Barn
Sunbrella Round Umbrella with stripes from Pottery Barn has thick stripes that look great.

Photo courtesy of Land's End
Land's End Classic Oxford Stripe Duvet Cover combines stripes of varying thickness, reminiscent of French textiles.

and matching Sham

Photo courtesy of Target
A crisp blue and white vase from Target brings a little bit of seaside to your home.

Photo courtesy of J. Crew
The stripe that started it all, from French purveyors of all things striped since 1850, Saint James. J. Crew carries their beloved Naval II Tee.

Photo courtesy of West Elm
Tribal Triangle Dessert Plates from West Elm have a painterly stripe.

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

A bit of the top of the Kitchen Cupboard and my new turquoise plastic cups

Made by HART... remember them?  They are plastic and what a colour.
And my cut glass milk jug with matching sugar bowl and a butter dish  - in the fridge with butter in it.


LAST WEEK: DIFFA'S DINING BY DESIGN

This year, DIFFA's Dining by Design event, held last week at Pier 94, honored Margaret Russell, the newly appointed Editor in Chief of Architectural Digest. Her years of tireless work on behalf of DIFFA and D by D were recognized this year, and given her busy schedule, she did not design a table as she usually does. Alas, the color filled tables were amazing as they always are-- here are some of the best of the bunch:

I was invited to sit at the transporting zen Donna Karan for Lenox table. Her new black and white globaltabletop collection, carried at Neiman Marcus, filled the place settings.

A long table with a brass planter running down the center was surrounded by modern, pared - down benches on a neutral sisal carpet.

Ralph Lauren built out a country porch for their Dry Goods table, complete with mismatched white chairs and camping lanterns.

Blue and white plates and wildflowers enhanced the Little House on The Prarie cozy aesthetic.

A white hemstitched linen tablecloth and pewter charger under plates enhance the country look.

Michael Tavano looked to daisies for inspiration- his yellow and white palette was fun and springy.

Embroidery and calligraphy in yellow, gray and white say happy.

Peonies and a giant umbrella tie the hot pink, orange and green colors on Scalamandre's table together.

The William Yeoward plates are the perfect addition.

NYDC's saffron yellow painterly tromp l'oeil walls were inspired by the Guerlain Institute in Paris circa 1939.

Brad Ford spent literally months working with Moore and Giles Leather to create this custom Woody/Traveling Bar.

It is just amazing- from the ice holder in the center to the plush interior, he has thought of everything for this 1950's drinking den on wheels. It will be auctioned off in December to benefit Diffa. If you want to follow the tricked out Silver Tear Camper on its cross- country tour, Follow The Woody here.

Kravet's table combined rich jewel tones of plum, yellow and red. A demilune banquette created a chic dining setting that I wish could be transported to a real restaurant!

Lamps with bright fabric shades were placed on Diane von Furstenberg Home's table. This was the first time many saw the graphic geometric collection up close and responded with raves.

David Beahm Events created a lush floral enclave, complete with William Yeoward Crystal and William and Kate's faces on dinner plates. Their impending nuptuals are on everyone's mind.

Mark Blackwell created a modern rustic setting with bark lamps, louver blinds and a chocolate, white and silver scheme.

Faux bois dessert plates of his design brought the modern and rustic together.
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