Harry and Sal's Design Blog

SAL: I'm a big fan of the work of designer couple Janet Morales & Stu Eli over at Three Potato Four. They have delightful taste - presenting an eccelctic whimsical collection of vintage and modern objets. AND they have lived the dream - packed up from the rat race in NYC and now running their own Web business from home. It really can be done!

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posted by Sal Taylor Kydd at 9/28/2007 0 Comments

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SAL: There are few things that scream modernism quite as loudly as a Nelson clock. George Nelson, together with Charles and Ray Eames, was one of the guiding lights of American modernism. The sunburst clock pictured above, is one his most iconic statements and is now brought to wonderful life by the Vitra Design Museum. Haus Modern Living has a whole selection of Nelson's clocks for sale, including the Ball clock in a range of colors and the Eye clock. They also have a collection of his lamps, including the criss-cross lamp (below) which was produced by Howard Miller and is now brought to you by Modernica.

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posted by Sal Taylor Kydd at 9/12/2007 0 Comments

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HARRY I've long been an admirer of Karim Rashid. There's a joy and exuberance to the Canadian designer's work - I'm thinking especially of his chairs (check out the blue Butterfly chair he designed for Magis). He recently opened an online store where you can peruse all his wares. But if you want to buy check out modernretro. They've got a great collection of design items and not only do they seem to sell things a little cheaper than everyone else, they are also having a sale on all their vases - including Rashid's 2002 "Rim" bud vase (it doubles as a candle holder).

Labels: Dining, Harry, Kitchen, Ornaments, Seating

posted by cerentha harris at 8/22/2007 0 Comments

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HARRY: I came across these bud vases on a wonderful blog - hoping for happy accidents (such a a sweet name). Esque Studio's glassware really impressed me. It's for serious collectors and the rest of us who just want to surround ourselves with lovely things. The forms are organic and richly coloured. Portland-based Andi Kovel and Justin Parker who make up Esque have a great sense of design and detail. Check out Kovel's salt and pepper orbs at Branch...luscious.

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posted by cerentha harris at 8/11/2007 0 Comments

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SAL: Design firm Artenica aims to enchant you and inspire you with a captivating range of products and I'd say they succeed - I could spend hours going through their beautifully crafted designs. I love these star lights, such a simple, fun design. What is also impressive about Artenica is their dedication to crafting their work with an awareness of the enviromental impact involved in its production - from the materials used, to the way the objects can be shipped to reduce transportation costs. Who knows how well they succeed in that endeavour, but the effort is a noble one, something the folks at Zero Footprint would be proud of. Looking through their range of designers I spotted one familiar name I wrote about back in June - Tord Boontje - whose decorative wall hangings are available at A+R. Love his work - check out these porcelain plates featuring what he calls "dreamscapes". Exquisite. You can find Artenica's products through a wide range of stores in the US.

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posted by Sal Taylor Kydd at 8/10/2007 0 Comments

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SAL: If you're looking for a bowl that offers something slightly different, you may want to check out the range of bowls from newcomer BoConcept. BoConcept has just recently opened up their Westside showroom, right next to Design Within Reach in Santa Monica and the good news is their prices are a lot more reasonable. Combining good design with affordability and endless options for customization, they are really bringing something new to the world of high-concept design. Their range of design services will help you get an idea of how a specific piece will look in your room before you buy, as well as customize it to have the armrest, leg design or front you're looking for. Pretty nifty.

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posted by Sal Taylor Kydd at 7/29/2007 1 Comments

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SAL: Some things are just beautiful because of their elegant simplicity and this is one example. I cannot imagine the thought-process that goes through your head when you sit down one day and think - I know, I'll create a wooden orb that plays a tune when you turn a key! I don't know what spurs such ingenuity, but I'm jolly grateful for it! So take a moment to enjoy this little gem from Moma and listen to the sweet sounds of Mozart's "Voi Che Sapete," from The Marriage of Figaro. Note to self: second spherically-inclined posting - cause for concern?

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posted by Sal Taylor Kydd at 7/27/2007 0 Comments

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SAL: Frazier and Wing have an interesting portfolio - featuring collections of brightly colored cushions on the one hand and these whimsical mobiles on the other - and yet, somehow it just all works! For even more funky mobile designs check out the Hanging Mobile Gallery for ideas.

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posted by Sal Taylor Kydd at 6/27/2007 0 Comments

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SAL: New at A+R store, I spotted Tord Boontje's decorative wall hangings. They come as modular panels, 7" x 11", and you get six to a box for $60. Not bad! Available in brass or silver they are cut from plated steel - simply stunning.

Labels: Floral, Ornaments, Walls

posted by Sal Taylor Kydd at 6/20/2007 0 Comments

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SAL: I've mentioned before how I'm drawn to black and white - combined with strong colors to offset, its use can be very dramatic in the right room. This divine object caught my attention on UK site Rockett St George, which hosts an eclectic collection of homewares and jewelry featuring some of the UK's most interesting up-and-coming designers. Featured above is Susan Bradley's white creep shelf - even the name is sublime!

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posted by Sal Taylor Kydd at 6/14/2007 0 Comments

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SAL: The selection of whimsical ceramics at Art Department never fails to delight. I just loved these Parisien-inspired stackable boxes - aren't the colors just divine?

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posted by Sal Taylor Kydd at 5/30/2007 0 Comments

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