Architect Visit: Asfour Guzy
From Julie:
Asfour Guzy is a well-established firm in New York City with a catalog of significant work; we especially like their residential projects.
2 comments November 28th, 2008
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Archive for November, 2008
Architect Visit: Eric Cobb Cascade Lake House
From Janet:
A modern, simple sensibility doesn’t have to exclude child-friendly living. Case in point: the Cascade Lake House by Seattle-based architect Eric Cobb. Built for an active family, this year-round mountain retreat outside Seattle incorporates a climbing wall, secret passages, bunk beds, and plenty of chalkboards. According to Cobb, “There was a kind of Hardy Boys sensibility in the direction we were granted.” Mission accomplished.
Below, two photos: The climbing wall offers an alternative to stairs to take children between two floors.
Below: Cobb masterfully hides one of the bunk spaces.
3 comments November 27th, 2008
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Shopper’s Diary: Tyler Florence in Mill Valley
From Julie:
The Marin County town of Mill Valley (where I live) is a retail incubator: Smith & Hawken and Banana Republic both got their start in the tiny downtown, a mere block apart. Recently, Food Network chef Tyler Florence and his wife Tolan Clark opened a kitchen and cookbook shop, auspiciously located on the site of the first-ever Banana Republic. Florence carries a mix of vintage and new kitchen implements, dishware from Emile Henry, and linens from Mill Valley–based Ambatalia (which just got picked up by ABC Carpet & Home in New York).
Below: Florence and Clark bought a 1926 Craftsman bungalow in the woods of Mill Valley and overhauled it, integrating vintage elements such as a battle-scarred butcher block counter in the design.
Below: For the backsplash over the six-burner Viking range, Florence used gunmetal-colored Heath Ceramics tiles in three finishes—high-gloss, satin, and matte.
Below: Florence at work; we like his prescription for becoming a good cook: “All you really need are a few quality kitchen tools, a well-stocked pantry, a little counter space, and a few good cookbooks.”
Photos by Eric Luse for the San Francisco Chronicle.
Below: Dinner at My Place, by Tyler Florence, is $13.57 at Amazon.
4 comments November 26th, 2008
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Architect Visit: Walker-Warner in Sonoma
From Julie:
San Francisco–based Walker-Warner specializes in wineries and country houses in idyllic locales such as Ketchum, Idaho, and Kamuela, Hawaii. We like this modern farmhouse, located on a spectacular swath of countryside in Sonoma County.
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Hardware: Architectural Grille in Brooklyn
From Francesca:
Heating and ventilation are part of every renovation, but the grille is often overlooked. The Brooklyn-based company Architectural Grille offers a range of standard or custom grilles in several finishes. A simple vent can be transformed into a striking architectural detail.
Add comment November 25th, 2008
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Tabletop: Simple Silver
From Janet:
Simple silver-toned tabletop accessories add gleam to the winter table (or any table in any season, for that matter).
Below: Stainless Steel Water Pitcher; $75 at Kiosk, from the current American collection. Based on a simple Colonial form, these classic pitchers used to be found in all the more established Bostonian establishments.
Below: Add a touch of Anglo glamour with the Silver-Plated Ice Bucket and Tongs, designed for the Wolseley restaurant in London and available at their online shop for £220.
Below: Designed by Arne Jacobsen, Cylinda’s Stelton Serving Tray in stainless is available for $169 at Lekker Home.
Below: Pott 33 Salad Serving Utensils; $200 for the set at Design Within Reach.
Below: Chilewich Lattice Table Runner in silver; $54 at Lumens.
Below: Chilewich Lattice Placemat in silver; $16.50 at Lumens.
Below: Handcrafted silver tumblers with gold lining by Shimara Carlow at Few and Far in London; contact Few and Far for pricing.
Below: Libeco Vence Tablecloth ($175 to $323 depending on size) and Napkins ($18.46 each) in light gray cast a silvery glow; available at Libeco Home.
Below: Serve after-dinner mint tea in these Morrocan Tea Glasses with Silver Motif; $16.95 each at Global Table.
Below: Fill a bowl with mercury glass balls for instant holiday table decor; we like the Antique Ribbed Ball Ornament; $3.95 at Crate and Barrel.
Add comment November 25th, 2008
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Tom Dixon: Mirror Ball Floor Lamp
From Sarah:
We are big fans of Tom Dixon’s shiny mirror ball pendants, but we also like his Mirror Ball Floor Lamp. Available from Y Lighting, the stand and lamp are sold separately; $295 and $675 respectively.
Add comment November 25th, 2008
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Steal This Look: Glamorous London Flat
From Julie:
In gray cities like London, mirrors and mercury glass add glints of light to interiors.
Below: Glass Cluster Light; $565 at Rian Rae.
Below: Vintage Moroccan Wedding Blanket; $795 at Jayson Home & Garden.
Below: The Chelsea Bottle Collection is currently on sale at Pottery Barn for $34 (small) and $39 (large).
Below: Sawyer Sofa, slipcovered in belize-verde linen, down and feather cushions; $4,295 from Jayson Home & Garden.
Below: Mercury Table Lamp by Roost; $150 to $330 (depending on size) at Velocity Art & Design.
Below: Slender Studio Mirror; $299 at Pottery Barn.
1 comment November 25th, 2008
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Appliances: LG Steam Dishwasher
From Janet & Julie:
LG’s innovative dishwasher cleans with steam and uses less water and power in the process; it also features a third rack and can accommodate up to 14 place settings in a single load. At only 45 decibels, this dishwasher is among the quietest available, and the SteamDelicate cycle protects fragile items such as stemware and china. LG Model LDF9810 is available for $1,097 at Home Click.
1 comment November 24th, 2008
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Tabletop: Modern Gravy Boat
From Francesca:
For the modern Thanksgiving table: Japanese porcelain Gravy Boats; $10 to $16, depending on size, from the Global Table.
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