While in Seattle, I made it a point to visit Uwajimaya -a huge Asian market in the International District. They cover everything you can think of, from books and stationery, to food, and of course, homewares. After stocking up on some Beard Papa’s cream puffs, I explored the rest of the market. Here are […]
Right On Target/Mission Missoni
A couple of weeks ago I wrote about high end designers taking their turn at housewares. There was one brand I did not mention, Missoni. That’s because I decided they should get a posting all of their own. Missoni is doing a collaboration with retailer Target, that is set to launch on September […]
Couture d’Casa
Over the weekend, we had a chance to see the Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty exhibition at the Met. I have no pictures to share with you, as I was not trying to hear “NO PICTURES!” being directed at me (I know, bad blogger). But, it got me thinking about high end fashion designers […]
This week, I heart…
The batik zebra dinner plate -get your navy AND safari all in one place plate! (jonathan adler) Glass-top Mestizaje tables– they almost look like pretty macramé. (artcromo) The Julie Bar Bench – you really just don’t see enough counter benches and this one is lovely. (four hands) These pastry domes – such […]
Designed Dining
Centerpiece, D’apostrophe Design for Merchandise Mart Properties At this year’s Architectural Digest show, DIFFA put on a wonderful display. Check out these very creative settings that just beg for dinner to be served. Exotic motif with ikat backdrop from Echo Design Rich and saturated colors from Kravet The […]