Thursday, June 30, 2011

NeoCon Wrap Up

Giving you an update on my adventurous trip to NeoCon 2011! Posted an eclectic group of photos from the windy city, that can be seen here, and definitely needed to give you a proper update on the whole reason for my trip. The new and innovative products.

There were several that stood out in my eye. 

Lace It or Leave It by Mohawk series is beautiful. The collection is a compilation of feminine, lacy lines that are aesthetically pleasing. 


The collection was inspired by some of the dramatic photos below:






Another innovation carpet collection that I loved was On The Edge by Shaw Contract. This series allows you to add additional patterns to your carpet tiles. I see this as an easy way to create a custom look.



 Line Up by 3Form is made from recycled plastic bottles and durable enough to be used for table tops, counters or even in vertical applications. 




I have been wanting to specify Alcove Work by Vitra for a project. Love the collaborative, intimate zone the furniture pieces create. I design "huddle" spaces often that allow users to get away from their daily space to meet, brainstorm or relax. These areas are being seen more and more in corporate office settings along with the growth of more collaborative work environments.






Nucraft introduced the Flow table series which incorporates audio/visual technology within the central concealed spine. The tables curves and veneer makes the piece one of a kind and also is the key feature. The curved veneer at the table top act as the speaker for the piece.





Momentum fabrics introduced a new, energetic upholstery series called In Motion. They also had some DIY inspiration in their showroom (stay tuned for that post).


I could probably go on for awhile with all the snazzy products we saw while in Chicago but I will leave you with these favorites.

Happy Thursday LiveLove&Repeat readers!

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Lets get our sparkle on

West Elm is having a major sale for the 4th of July! Definitely check it out. Some of the bedding savings are incredible...


Monday, June 27, 2011

Admit it


Blog junkie, yes. In depth reading of the posts, no.
As much time as I spend tooling around on all my favorite blogs (check out my Blogs to Love, right hand side), I hardly ever read the posts. More of a browser, scanner, picture looker. Although many LiveLove&Repeat readers have told me the same. 

"I only look at the pictures..."

I still love you guys!

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Art Inspiration

Looking for a few new pieces for my bedroom and am completely obsessed with figurative artwork. Any medium is fine. Dark and sultry is usually what attracts me. My current pieces are in this category. But I need a change.

Thinking of framing multiple pieces by the same artist and hanging them in a group setting. Keeping my eye out ...

I think I am leaning towards Manuel Rebollo.



And of course I love all these too...



Thursday, June 16, 2011

ChiTown

Took a little trip to Chicago this week with one of my coworkers for NeoCon 2011. The trade show has thousands of innovative products and resources in every department of interior design. With over 1,200 showrooms and exhibitors it can be a bit overwhelming. Luckily I traveled with one of the most organized people I know which made our itinerary efficient. 

Saw a bundle, learned a lot, ate a bunch, slept too little and now back home a little scatter brained.

And of course took some photos along the way...

Shaws

Instagram

L

Taxi

Vintage

Eames
Peacock wallcovering

Shop

Modular panels

Yum

Epic

Interface
NeoCon

Elevator Lines

View

Rojo

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Wow!

Live Love & Repeat had 150 views yesterday!! 
Let's keep'em coming!


Thanks readers!

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Got me thinking...

Came across this cute portrait of an Eames chair recently and it got me thinking...


...what is your dream piece? Your most wanted, valued piece of furniture? Something you would just die to have?

Mine is easy...


The Tulip dining table by Eero Saarinen with a marble top. Of course this piece is insanely expensive. Definitely not attainable at this stage of my life running around $12,000 (although I do get a deep designer discount). But I could settle for the small, simple side table for $795 (plus my discount) and gaze upon the stunning aesthetics.

A coworker of mine just recently bought a new home and purchased a used set of the Eero Tulip dining chairs. She consulted with me to find the perfect fabric to reupholster them.

A client of mine also commented on owning an Eames chair for her apartment (pictured above). She could not believe the reality of the price but was looking into the purchase.

I feel as though people are educated on these classic pieces... or they are not. 

What would be your dream piece? Classic or not...

Friday, June 3, 2011

Douggie Update

Minor room refresh update and Douggie's new residence!



I spent my holiday weekend with a major to-do list (might have a to-do list obsession) and unbelievably accomplished it all. 

There will be a final bed frame DIY post soon. As some of you LiveLove&Repeat readers know I have been working on refinishing my IKEA Malm bed frame. Check out the progress here.

Stay tuned and have a wonderful weekend!

Thursday, June 2, 2011

Stay updated!

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And I will leave you with a little inspiration for this lovely Thursday...

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Million Dollar Decorators

Million Dollar Decorators premiered last night on Bravo. Unfortunately I was not home to watch it ... and forgot to DVR it... 

The show follows five designers and their drama. The amount of money and shannanigans being thrown around I'm sure will be silly. You know, the mindless, pointless TV that you just cannot get away from.


Plays Tuesdays at 10pm.
You planning on watching?!