Traditionally woven linens inspired by vintage textiles. English-born Tricia Rose is often found working on the deck of her California home, which has a water view. It’s there she creates beautiful hand-sewn European linen bedding, pillow slips, table linens and curtains. The blue and white wide striped St. Barts panels are a light and airy [...]
Archive | March, 2011
Garden Seat Treasury
Chinese-style garden seats can be used singly or in pairs and come in many designs. My search for a special garden seat began after I saw an old Chinese pair at an auction preview. Those sparked my initial interest and then I began noticing how the seats were placed in rooms — indoors and out. [...]
Blue and White Portuguese Tile Bath
While the tile remains the focus in this master bath retreat, other elements help create the mood. Interior designer Joe Nye based this master bath design on the lavish use of hand-painted Portuguese tiles. The wainscoting consists of glazed tile from Lascaux, aptly named Blue Flower, with a solid blue border added top and bottom. [...]
Five Great Coffee Tables
Time-tested 20th century furniture icons work with any living room style Some believe in decorating “rules.” I believe in designer’s wisdom — according to moi. So here’s my “smoiart” observation # 16: a classic 20th century coffee table is the best and least-limiting choice for a living room because it has withstood the critical test [...]
Informal Banquettes
Built-in seating is back as a way to make a kitchen cozier or deal with an informal dining corner. Whether you call it a banquette or a booth, built-in table seating has returned as a popular way to maximize space in kitchen corners, breakfast areas, or small dining rooms. No matter what the style of [...]
