Project 101

After seeing this post from Melissa over at Off the Wall, I was inspired to post this fabulous kitchen (my favorite, in fact) that we did for a client who lives in a Georgian Style home in the Gold Coast. I absolutely LOVE the skylight and the floor as well as the cabinetry. If I could, I would move in tomorrow!!!

Designer of The Month-Shelton and Mindel

Well, last month I was so busy that I skipped posting the designer of the month!! This month I want to make up for that in a big way! I decided to post my most favorite and, arguably, most influential modern design firms practicing today. Shelton Mindel and Associates is comprised of Lee Mindel and Peter Shelton, two architects whom I greatly respect and admire. All one has to do is look at one or two of their interiors to see why they deserve so much respect.

Their interiors are clean, uncluttered and distinctly light and inviting. Their signature look marries seamless architecture with incredible furnishings and art by design greats such as Prouve, Perriand, Royere, Kjaerholm, Jacobsen and Kahn (just to name a few). I think the reason I admire them so much is for this very reason. It's quite hard to find a design team which is so well versed in both the architecture of the house as well as the elements that go into the home. Shelton and Mindel seem to do this effortlessly. This incredible talent goes a long way in assuring that one is left with an overall sense of the space as a whole rather than the individual items that make up the space.

In addition to their design projects, Shelton and Mindel have also produced a plumbing line for Waterworks and a furniture line for Knoll. I'll do a post in the coming weeks on each of these lines and companies, but today, I wanted to focus on the beautiful architecture and interiors.

Here are just a few of the projects this incredible duo has produced throughout their partnership, and, if you are left wanting even more, I highly recommend visiting their gorgeous website.











































images from Architectural Digest

Jake Fitzjones Photography...

I came across a wonderful photographer a while back via Desire to Inspire. The stunning photos by Jake Fitzjones Photography feature shots of home interiors, commercial and architectural interiors, products, and gorgeous portraits. I especially love his interiors shots...unfortunately, there isn't much information available on his site regarding the photographer himself or the amazing interiors he has shot. I would love to know who did the design on these places...absolutely fabulous!!!

Designer of the Month-Barbara Barry

It's time once again for a post about the designer of the month! For those of you who may have missed it, here is the first post that I did this month on the beautiful and talented Barbara Barry. Since Ms. Barry has created so many unique and varied pieces for many different companies, I am doing a number of posts throughout the month, each one concentrating on a different dicipline. Today is all about furniture, both residential and commercial. Barbara has designed pieces that are carried at a number of furniture companies including HBF, Mc Guire, Henredon and Bloomingdales (just to name a few).

During my internship at HBF, I had the privilege to work in an environment where I was literally surrounded by her furniture designs every day. I think the pieces they carry are still my favorites of all her designs. Her collection for this company features a modern and starkly simple look that is perfectly suited to the contract environment. Here is a brief look at some of those pieces (check out the HBF website for more):

My all time favorite piece has got to be the Atherton Coffee Table which features a huge, crisp piece of glass inset into a rich, espresso colored wood frame. (Atherton Side Chair also pictured)


A more recent introduction to the line is the Scoop series of lounge furniture. These pieces are so sleek and cool, yet have a distinctive feel that makes them instantly recognizable as a BB design.


The Westwood collection is another older design but with it's simple, classic lines it's sure to be a lounge staple for many years to come.


Another of her more recent additions is the Oval Egg series of occasional tables. These tables are available in various sizes and finishes, each one in the signature oval that BB has become so well known for.


Now for the residential pieces! These are a little more relaxed and inviting than some of the contract pieces (which is usually what one is looking for when decorating their home!). There are so many great designs to choose from that I had a hard time narrowing them down...here are my favorites:

Of course I had to begin with the Oval X-Back chair that almost everyone is familiar with. This is arguably her most recognizable furniture piece but for good reason, it's gorgeous and classic!!


I love the delicate quality of these Nesting Tables.


This is simply called the NO. 442 chair. I love it, I can see this in a fabulous dressing room in a glamorous hollywood apartment (umm...or in my own bedroom-a girl can dream, right?!).


One of the many case pieces BB has designed, the Glass Front Cabinet is made for displaying one's collections.


Can you imagine how many people you could host dinner for around the Grand Oval Starburst dining table? (it's massive)


I love the elegant and aptly named Graceful Bed with its softly curved head and footboards.


The simply stunning Arclight Cocktail Table features a silver leaf metal base and glass top.


I would have to buy some monogrammed stationary to keep at the gorgeous Lady's Desk (I guess that would mean I would actually have to write letters too?).


And finally, the Bracelet Chair is definitely fit for a jewelry designer (at least a very successful jewelry designer)!

Well, that's it for today but stay tuned for posts to follow featuring lighting and accessories for the home! Whew!! I'd better get busy...