We attended the opening of Dixie Stark Home (616 S. Lucile St., 206-762-4747) on Friday and loved the new space and products. Made out of cargo containers, the combined boutique and office was warm and welcoming with a great mix of traditional and modern items. We spotted tigerlily and purple along with natural woods and lucite pieces. Plus, Stacy had a chance to catch up with the designer herself to hear about the new space. To watch Stacy’s interview, click HERE.
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February 8th, 2010 at 02:41pm
Angela
If the big Super Bowl game isn’t in your plans this weekend (or if you just want something new to do), be sure to check out these events:
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Northwest Flower & Garden Show, February 6 & 7
Join other garden enthusiasts at the Washington State Convention & Trade Center for this annual event and check out the more than 350 exhibitors, full-scale garden displays and seminars focusing on all aspects of gardening. Stop by the marketplace area to see the wares and services from nurseries and landscape professionals.
SHOP
Seattle Design Center Sample Sale, February 6
Head over to the Seattle Design Center for its annual Sample Sale, when showrooms open their doors to the public to sell designer floor models and accessories at discounted prices. Don’t forget a canned donation for Northwest Harvest.
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Bellevue Arts Museum’s Indulge Jewelry Marketplace, February 6 & 7
Who doesn’t love to indulge themselves every once in a while? We certainly do! If you love jewelry or art (or both!) don’t miss this event at Bellevue Arts Museum. Thirty jewelers gather to unveil their new, designer collections.
EAT
Toulouse Petit
The New Orleans Saints made it to the Super Bowl (for the first time in franchise history) and, although they are not our home team, we can still honor this momentous occasion by shining the spotlight on a new local restaurant. Located in Lower Queen Anne, Toulouse Petit (601 Queen Anne Ave. N., 206-432-9609) is a taste of the French Quarter every day of the week. The menu features more than 50 items with traditional Creole favorites such as barbeque shrimp, gumbo, fried green tomatoes and fried alligator.
—Rachel Gallaher
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February 5th, 2010 at 03:12pm
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After two and a half days at the furniture market, we had to get out in the city and see some of the permanent design destinations. No, not the Forum Shops at Caesar’s, but The Arts District near Fremont Street and modern-design mecca Unica Home. More on that shortly.
Attending the Vegas market was an eye-opening experience. To the casual observer, the retail experience is just about one store and its product. However, there is so much more that goes on in order to make it possible. The buying process isn’t just about choosing product, it’s also about finding good value, determining trends but staying true to your concept, forging relationships with reps and exhibitors and taking the time to travel to places like the World Market Center. Even more reason to support your local business owners—they put in a lot of work for you!
One of the highlights of the trip, for me, was meeting Bobby Berk of Bobby Berk Home. We were in the same showroom when I glanced at his name tag, and so I had to introduce myself. Berk lives in New York, where his first store opened (he is now in four states), and his company doesn’t seem to be slowing down! He couldn’t be nicer, and I will continue to read his blog and search the new products on his site for inspiration!
On the local front, we ran into Amir Radwan, owner of Couch (1230 Western Ave., 206-633-6108). He was there looking for some accessories to go into his store. We will look forward to those, and meanwhile, go check him out!
Here are some photos from our trip to Unica Home—any modern-design lover would go crazy:
Alessi display
We also sought out the Arts District, and found a fabulous, funky vintage shop called Retro Vegas. Here are some photos:
Orange sofa from a neighborhood model home from the ’50s.
An entirely salvaged pink retro kitchen!
I love the chrome bamboo and lucite-base coffee tables.
Only in Vegas!
Other highlights from the Arts District were The Funk House, The Attic and Brett Wesley gallery.
Well, Vegas was fun, but I’m glad to be back in the Northwest. Although I saw some great places for design, I don’t think it compares to the fabulous talent we have here in the Emerald City!
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February 5th, 2010 at 12:10pm
Stacy
Here is more from the Las Vegas Market!
Showrooms with more contemporary pieces are featuring modern furniture with flat-woven antique-style dhurrie and kilim rugs. Flat-weave rugs in general are showing strongly.
Cowhide rugs are also a popular look with both modern and traditional vignettes. Cowhide is just one example of the trend toward natural materials, such as horn, shell and unfinished wood. The mix of materials—wood, metal and glass—on a single piece is seen everywhere. Reclaimed wood and industrial fixtures dominate the new lines.
An amazing twig chandelier at Arteriors Home.
Elegant chinoiserie-style lamps and accessories at Arteriors Home.
Fabulous wood-and-acrylic table paired with a sophisticated leather sofa at Archetype.
I love this lamp from Arteriors Home!
Lovely modern outdoor furniture with a great twig table!
Awesome sofa at RVA Designs—nailheads always look great!
Look! Vintage trophies at Go Home, Ltd.
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February 4th, 2010 at 11:00am
Stacy
World Market Center Las Vegas is the largest facility in the world featuring home and hospitality goods. This week, the center has attracted thousands of buyers, designers and furniture representatives from all over the globe, and I’m here hoping to get a sneak peek at all of the newest pieces that are carried in the city!
So far, I’ve been amazed by the breadth and depth of product at the market. The buildings are enormous and the showrooms are as eye-catching as possible. Some of the biggest exhibitors cater lunch and showcase sepctacular floral centerpieces—Vegas knows how to put on a show!
For trends right now, companies are showing a lot of neutrals and tone-on-tone patterns. As Pantone’s Color of the Year, turquoise pops up throughout but mostly in lighting and accessories.
Take a look at my finds from the past two days and I’ll be back tomorrow with even more:
Sophisticated style at 18 Karat.
More neutrals to love at 18 Karat.
A colorful entrance at Cyan Design.
A creative window on the contemporary furniture floor.
A cool installation at the Four Hands showroom.
Colorful lamp bases at the Robert Abbey showroom.
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February 3rd, 2010 at 11:47am
Stacy
Hello loyal Design Dish readers!
For the past few months, we have been brainstorming new ways to make our Design Dish blog bigger, better and more useful for you—and we’ve come up with some exciting new ideas! We’re overhauling our format, introducing regular columns and inviting guest bloggers to bring you even more content about style, design and life in the Seattle area. Here’s a sneak peek at the columns we’ll include in the new-and-improved Design Dish!
Stacy’s Picks and Angela’s Picks
We (Market Editor Stacy Kendall and Assistant Editor Angela Cabotaje) round up our favorite design picks. You’ll get to know our personal styles and see what we love for our own homes.
Scout and About
Follow Stacy and SH&L Style Contributor Nancy Clark around town as they scout for the newest styles and design trends. Find out what they’ve discovered and where!
Off the Rack
Straight from the runway, we take a look at how fashion influences home design and vice versa.
Q&As
We ask local design experts for their takes on the latest design news and see what they have in the works.
Design in the City
We take a look at great design in the Seattle area. Restaurants, hotels, retail stores, you name it. If it’s got a great design, we want to know about it!
News Flash
We bring you the latest about upcoming events, sales and more in the home design world.
Open House
Tour local homes with fabulous style.
Table Talk
Inspiring ideas for entertaining and the latest news on local restaurants and eateries.
Eco Chic
Going green is no longer a trend—it’s a way of life! Take a look as we explore design ideas that are eco-friendly and stylish.
Weekend Guide
Use our weekly lineup of shows, sales, restaurants and more to help plan your weekend.
Guest Bloggers
Fantastic bloggers from around the blogosphere share their style inspirations and design ideas. Starting this month, we welcome guest blogger Ally of From the Right Bank.
We’ll be back tomorrow with great new finds from the Las Vegas Market. Until then, we’d love to hear from you! Send an e-mail to designdish@gmail.com.
Thanks for reading!
Angela Cabotaje, Assistant Editor
Stacy Kendall, Market Editor
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February 2nd, 2010 at 06:02pm
Angela
We’re up for some edgy glamour today, and what better way to get in the mood than to dive into a roundup of chandeliers? British design company Ochre has a fabulous collection that features untraditional materials—bronze, leather and chain mail—for haute style with an industrial allure.
Arctic Pear chandelier and Chainmail chandelier
Light Drizzle chandelier and Eclipse chandelier
Chainmail chandelier, rectangular, and Eucalyptus chandelier, double tier
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January 29th, 2010 at 11:05am
Angela
Need a little inspiration for your next home improvement project? Join the Phinney Neighborhood Association at the Phinney Neighborhood Center (206-783-2244, 6532 Phinney Ave. N.) for the 13th annual Home Design and Remodel Fair, January 31 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Exhibitors and experts will give presentations about everything from storm water management to retrofitting your home. Admission is $6 for PNA members; $9 for nonmembers. Happy remodeling! —Rachel Gallaher
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January 27th, 2010 at 11:03am
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Today we’re inspired by two different, but equally gorgeous, tablescapes. One is a setting for a formal affair and pits deep purples and blues against a clean background of white and silver. The other is more intimate, with homemade sweets and black-and-white china for an oh-so-chic feel. Take a look and get inspired!
Photo by Jessica Claire. Design by Lollipop Events & Designs. Image from Style Me Pretty.
Florentine Silver dinnerware, Arte Italica; U+ Collection Mixalabra candle holder, $400 at Umbra.
Somrig vase, $1.99 each at IKEA; Diana arrangement, Willow & Bloom.
Stretch vase, $29.95 at CB2; Matilda vase, $29.95 at Crate and Barrel.
Styling by Heather Christotholou. Image from HeatherChristo.com.
Victoriana Noir collection, $30–$40 at Rosanna.
Monogrammed mugs, missus, $6 each at Anthropologie; Medium star jewelry box, $350 at Barneys New York.
Juliska Harriet black goblets, $260 for set of four at Neiman Marcus; Rococo Noir pedestal, $45 at Rosanna.
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January 26th, 2010 at 12:39pm
Angela
On Design Dish, we work to bring you the latest design news and goings-on in our fair city. We also love the hard-working designers and retailers that contribute to elevating design in Seattle. Click on the logos and catch up or get acquainted with these local store and furniture-designer blogs:
From iacoli & mcallister:
From Ladies & Gentleman Home:
From BoConcept:
From Grain Design:
From Trammell-Gagné:
From Capers:
From Velocity Art & Design:
From Lit Shades:
From Inform Interiors:
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From Revival Home & Garden:
From Piano Nobile:
From Rosanna:
From Scavenger Home:
From Meyer Wells:
Have we missed any? Let us know!
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January 25th, 2010 at 12:42pm
Stacy
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