Elinor McGuire designed the Cracked Ice Chair in 1968 and since then it has become a McGuire Furniture icon easily recognized at first glance. The design is famous for its oval rattan back that frames a series of smaller rattan members bound by rawhide to create the illusion of "cracked ice". This simple yet inspired pattern is paired with elegant curved armrests, straight legs and a delicate corner detail. The Cracked Ice armchair can be right at home as a dining chair, or the perfect compliment as an accent chair in a cozy out of the way area. McGuire is part of the Kohler Interiors umbrella that is a must see. W22 D24 H36 $1780 US
One of the largest requests a designer gets is to help with color coordination and creating a color palate. Interior design professionals keep up to date with the latest trends, and know which of last season's trends will be out of style, as well as which ones will endure.
These trends are prepared by what we call color forecasters. Some of the best sources you can use for color trends are paint companies, they spend hundreds of thousands of dollars to watch, research, and follow upcoming color trends. They go to great lengths to keep industry professionals up to date on the new trends because it can be a lucrative partnership. They provide the latest color trend information, and designers introduce the new colors and trends to our clients, normally resulting in a sale for the paint company.
We pull colors from our surroundings and environment, which is always changing, as does our taste and curiosity about the world we live in. So it is quite natural that our feelings toward colors would change annually. Color forecasters look to many influences to determine the years hot and cool colors, but here are this years contributors:
1. Cultural awareness- Brazil, Russia, India, China, and Egypt
2. Technology- Hybrid Colors
3. Nature- Bright Rainforest hues and contrasting colors
4. Travel- Coastal Living
5. Pop Culture- Think Pink
6. Fashion- Nautical Movement, Rich Earth
7. Demographics- Being aware of who you are appealing to
8. Environment- Environmental concerns and Green Design (does not refer to the color green itself)
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Posted by J. Chandelle, in General.
Scoop is a new release from Gloster in their patio furniture line. Scoop features woven teak patterns criss-crossed across the frame of the chair or table. I find that woven chairs are more comfortable since the weave gives a little bit when sat upon. That extra give provides more cushioning for prolonged seating. The darker stain looks much like the color of coconuts drawing upon its island theme. The scoop is named from the shape of the chair in the back and seating area. You can see where it is concave providing a place for the body to nestle into. I like the angle of the chair backs as I prefer a more relaxed posture in patio seating as opposed to a more upright angle. Available at Frontgate.
Lounge Chair - $1,050; Small table - $630; Ottoman - $420.
Caravel Bowl and Salad Server
Henning Koppel designed the Caravel salad bowl in the 1970s originally out of sterling silver, but it was never produced at that time. Now the Caravel salad bowl, crafted in stainless steel is ready for public consumption and has Koppel's signature rotund, organic form. The salad serving set is available from georgjensen.com for a reasonable $295 US
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The Wells sofa series from Room and Board has the ability to take on several looks. The first is a classic full length three seat sofa with rich tufted leather in a 101 inch length. The second is a shorter two cushion version in a 78 inch length, perfect for small spaces, also available in a variety of fabrics. Then there is the backless studio sofa that works well in high profile areas that require a lighter look and a strong sense of style. The Wells series also includes an arm chair and ottoman to match up with the sofa. Prices range from $2999 for 101 inch sofa in leather to $1899 for 78 inch sofa in fabric. Chair $1299 to $1799, ottoman $429 to $699 from Room and Board.
Posted by Will, in Sofas.
