Archive for December, 2008
From Janet:
Burn bans, global warming, soaring natural gas bills. What’s a fire lover to do? EcoSmart Fire: simply put, a fire-in-a-box that can fit in a traditional fireplace, function as a freestanding unit, or be used in a variety of other configurations, indoors and out. Because the units require no flue and burn denatured ethanol, they offer a clean, odorless flame and don’t need a utility connection. EcoSmart Fire is still the only maker of ethanol fireplaces that is USA certified; go to EcoSmart Fire for retail locations.
Above: The Burner Box is the core product of EcoSmart Fire systems. It comes in four configurations, starting at $2,300 for the basic square unit ($3,300 for unit plus retrofit for existing fireplaces). See above photos for installation inspiration.
Above: My favorite is the traditional-style Curved Grate with a burner unit that can be slipped into an existing fireplace or used on its own; $3,300. View the EcoSmart site for the full Grate Range.
Above: The designer range offers freestanding units, “portable fireplace furniture,” ideal for a small apartment or ski cabin (we love the idea of the Fire and Ice Coffee Table). The EcoSmart Aspect offers a traditional fireplace look in a freestanding unit; see EcoSmart for the full range and for pricing and retailer information.
December 31st, 2008
Related posts:
- 10 Easy Pieces: Gas Cooktops
- Accessories: O’Kell’s Fireplace Accessories
- Accessories: Rais Wood-Burning Stoves
- 10 Easy Pieces: Refrigerator Drawers
- Architect Visit: Minimalist Fireplace Roundup
From Julie:
Every once in a while it’s good to be reminded of the classics: the Noguchi Floor Lamp Model UF3-Q, for instance, spotted in the living room of today’s House Call. A not inconsiderable $450, the lamp is handcrafted from washi paper and bamboo ribbing supported by a metal frame. Visit the Noguchi Museum Store to peruse the stunningly beautiful selection of light sculptures.
December 31st, 2008
Related posts:
- Lighting: PB Teen Paper Lantern
- Lighting: Lytegem Lamp
- Outdoors: Havana Lighting
- Lighting: Habitat Prism Pendant
- Tom Dixon: Mirror Ball Floor Lamp
From Julie:
Recreate the uncomplicated (and economical) Nordic look of today’s PS Arkitektur cabin.
Above: Norden beech dining table; $279 at Ikea.
Above: Eames molded plastic armchair; $349 at Hive Modern.
Above: Jasper Morrison coffee maker for Rowenta; $175 at Amazon.
Above: Lillberg birch white sofa; $299 at Ikea.
Above: Manana Lamp, designed by Marie Louise Gustafsson for Design House Stockholm; $220 at Scandinavian Grace.
Above: Lawrence Throw by Himla; $127.13 at Scandinavian Design Center.
Above: Reindeer skin rug from naturally managed herds in Lapland; £85 at Nordicarts. Also available in the US at Great Rustic Furniture for $308. And one of our favorite stores, Kiosk in New York, sells Sami Reindeer Hides from Sattajarvi, Sweden, for $175. Read about the family-owned enterprise at Kiosk.
Above: Fado pendant lamp; $39.99 at Ikea.
Above: Rais wood-burning stove; go to Rais for information.
December 30th, 2008
Related posts:
- Accessories: Rais Wood-Burning Stoves
- Cabin Fever
- Lighting: Ikea Forsa Work Lamp
- Architect Visit: PS Arkitektur Fjällhus
- Lighting: Wästberg at DWR
From Julie:
A modest modernist cabin in the snowy woods, from Stockholm firm PS Arkitektur. We love the ebony-stained clapboard exterior, the unfinished plywood interior, the gray industrial kitchen cabinets.
December 30th, 2008
Related posts:
- Architect Visit: Cabin Vardehaugen by Fantastic Norway
- Architect Visit: Architectural Research Office
- Architect Visit: Nilus de Matran in San Francisco
- Architect Visit: Lewis/Schoeplein
- Kitchen: Bruce Bolander Kitchen
From Janet:
Extremely durable and surprisingly nonporous, the Environmentally Friendly Cutting Surfaces of recycled cardboard composite are dishwasher safe and won’t dull knives. Available in three sizes: 9 by 11 inches ($22), 11 by 14 inches ($29), and 14 by 17 inches ($35) at Sur La Table.
December 29th, 2008
Related posts:
- Tabletop: Minima Decanter
- Fabrics & Linens: Libeco Linens
- Slow Design: Eleek Sink
- Recycled Metal Tiles
- House Gift: Seletti Glass Bottles
From Julie:
Affordable and appealing glass teapots from Tea Posy, for the indoor life.
Above: Teaposy Tea for More 48-ounce teapot; $48 at Brooklynski.
Above: Teaposy Tea for Two pot; $25 at Brooklynski.
Above: Teaposy 24-ounce Daydream Teapot; $30 at Brooklynski.
December 29th, 2008
Related posts:
- Teatime at the Wolseley
- Tabletop: Frances Palmer Pearl Collection
- Bath: Frosted Door
- Tabletop: Saturn Pitcher
- Accessories: West Elm Glass Jugs
From Julie:
A genius use for vintage army blankets (or any old wool blankets, for that matter): rustic pillowcovers.
Above: Army Blanket Pillows with Stripes, starting at $60 on Etsy from Vancouver-based Ouno.
Above: Red Barn Mercantile sells repurposed Vintage Military Blanket Pillows from Skout, starting at $215.
December 29th, 2008
Related posts:
- Outdoors: Swiss Lantern
- Accessories: FilzFelt
- 10 Easy Pieces: Wool Blankets & Throws
- Accessories: Vintage Grain Sack Pillows
- Accessories: Fur Throws
From Julie:
Finally, a modular sofa sectional system with an edge. New from UK designer Matthew Hilton, the vaguely aeronautical Hepburn Sofa is available through De La Espada, with either a black walnut or white oak base and in a range of fabrics and configurations. Go to De La Espada for more information.
December 29th, 2008
Related posts:
- Furniture: Matthew Hilton Fin Dining Chair
- Furniture: Matthew Hilton for De La Espada
- Furniture: Autoban Box Sofa
- Furniture: Baileys Loft Couch
- Furniture: Cisco Brothers Organic Furniture
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