August 31, 2009
The Luxury of Glamour – Crystal Chandeliers
I have to start off by saying that living in an older home in Houston, TX; I love my ceiling fans. But I also prefer the ambiance of a crystal chandelier over a ceiling fan in the master bedroom. The hardest part of selecting a chandelier for this room is choosing one that is not more apt for the dining room or kitchen in its design aesthetic. I want a chandelier that has character and sophistication, adding value to the room. Whether your bedroom is modern or traditional, we have the chandelier for you. Take a look at these lovelies.
Melody Chandelier - Currey & Company
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Black Crystal Chandelier - Black Chandelier
Xanadu - Fredrick Raymond
Master Bedroom with Chandelier - Schonbek.com photo
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August 26, 2009
Kitchen Luxury: Jewelry For Your Cabinets
By Leslie Hassler – Â Allied Member, ASID; AKBD
I’m known to say, “Every girl deserves a little sparkle.” Well I also believe that every cabinet needs its jewelry too. Most cabinets can benefit from the addition of pulls and knobs, helping to complete the overall effect. There are also areas that call for extra special hardware. These are some of the luxuries you can find for your cabinets.
Schaub & Co - Estate Dover Tiger Penshell with Yellow Mother of Pearl
Schaub & Company Symphony series plays with semi-precious stones that make me think of my grandmother’s jewelry. Lucky for them, I like antique jewelry. These pieces have intricacy and would be beautful on cabinetry in a woman’s dressing area.
Sherle Wagner - Molecule Knob
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This one is just pure fun! I must admit, I still hold a girlish fascination with bubbles. This one speaks to me, but it is also has a contemporary feel to it.
Atlas Homewares - Primitive Collection
Atlas Homewares has a great line of hardware that has a wonderful variety to it. This piece has an animal print feel, but is still extremely masculine in its design.
Amerock - Revitalize Pull
With the popularity of brands such as Pottery Barn, Crate & Barrel and Restoration Hardware. This cabinet pull from Amerock, would blend seamlessly. The styling is simple and yet the rib detail keeps it from being boring. I especially like the depth, enabling easy use for people with larger hands.
Spectra Decor, Variation Series - Eco-resin & Lead-free Pewter
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Having a green kitchen, gets easier by each day. The line from Spectra Decor is made using Eco-Resin and Lead-free Pewter. I especially love the airy graphic quality to the variation series.
Sherle Wagner - Aurora
I saved the best one for last. This one is my favorite of all that I have here for you. It is simply beautiful in its design and styling. The added benefit is the quality of Sherle Wagner hardware last. This is one of those designs that will transcend the years and the trends.
For more information on how we can help you define your Kitchen Luxury, go to: www.luxuryforthehome.com.
August 25, 2009
Bedroom Luxury: Nightstands
By Leslie Hassler
The choice of nightstands or bedside tables is one of the most personal choices my clients can make. Today’s interiors use almost any occasional table, dresser or chest as a nightstand. Fortunately or not, the average height of mattresses also allows for a larger scale table that in previous decades. Which ever style you choose, it is important that the piece is not too high, too low or out of proportion with the bed. Here are a few of our favorites.
Bolier Classics - Chest of Drawers with Burl Wood
Julian Chichester - Temple 3 Drawer Bedside Table
Carl Moore Antiques - A c. 1770 German Baroque period chest of drawers
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Shine Home - Oslo Table in Green, but also available in 4 other colors
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Stanley Furniture - Santa Barbara Bedside Table
Custom Skirted Bedside Table
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August 20, 2009
Kitchen Luxury: The Entertainment Sink
With the kitchen being one of the most used rooms in the home, it is no wonder that we talk so much about it. The purposes of the kitchen transcend meal prep and cooking to a gathering and entertaining area where guests and family naturally gather. Outside of work zones and work triangles, there are LUXURIES that need to be built in to the modern kitchen. One such luxury is the entertainment/bar sink. This sink is in addition to the main sink. Usually 16″ or smaller, this sink serves as an station to wash veggies, fill pots or even chill beverages. There is even the added benefit of freeing up the main sink for clean up. Many of the sinks available come or have available accessories such as cutting boards and basin racks. These accessories serve to give you the most use of your sink and help to protect the sink finish.
- Barcelona Entertainment Sink from Purple Sage Collections – A Perfect Option for Traditional Kitchen Designs.
The Poise (Kohler), shown here in the mirror finish is modern luxury at its finest. The sink comes with a bamboo cutting board and bottom basin rack, but that's not the most stunning feature. This sink also features SilentShield, a technology that dampens the sounds created by disposals, dishwashers and running water.
This Luna sink from Native Trails as a curved design which brings fun to the entertainment sink. This sink, also available in a Nickel finish would work in a transitional or contemporary kitchen design.
This Lager Sink from the Hammerwerks series would shine in any rustic kitchen design.
If your planning a Kitchen redesign for your home, I would love to help you. Please feel free to email @ leslie@luxuryforthehome.com or call at 281-701-2461.
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August 4, 2009
The Luxury of Recycled Materials
