Wednesday, April 24, 2013

TR DESIGN: Good quality Ottomans, Stools and, Side Tables.

TR DESIGN: Good quality Ottomans, Stools and, Side Tables.:  Petite ottoman of crocheted raffia, teak legs   Ottomans, stools and, side tables are the perfect little furniture accessory for por...

Good quality Ottomans, Stools and, Side Tables.


Petite ottoman of crocheted raffia, teak legs
  Ottomans, stools and, side tables are the perfect little furniture accessory for porches, walk in closets, reading areas or, in that small spot that needs an extra surface. One of my favorite companies is +Made Goods. I met the founder +Oscar Yague and he gave a wonderful presentation about his company. What impressed me about him was how down to earth, sincere and, very authentic in his way of thinking and bringing these wonderful products to the interior design world. To me the story behind a piece of furniture where, how and, by whom it is made is important because it affects us in our homes and, at the end of it's "life", our environment.

Indoor/Outdoor stool





This bow tie shaped stool comes in crackled gold, glossy white and jade. The perfect spot to place the afternoon cup of tea.


Nautical stripes


The alternating stripes in blue, black or yellow makes this stool a great add on in a bathroom where the towel awaits or, in an entry to add some pop of color.



Sixties inspired textured ceramic stool is very COOL and comes in a soft blue for a more elegant feel 

 






            This reverse-fluted stool or table in  yellow, white or, tangerine
makes this a fun pop of color any where.... teen's bedroom, patio, powder room or, front door with plants placed on top





Low woven ottoman or accent table in sea grass would add wonderful texture in many rooms. Add a glass top and viola, easy maintenance.


I LOVE the world of Interior Design and the good quality products that are available to us professionals to pass on to our clients.
Be careful what you purchase for your home, we are all responsible for the environment and how we affect it. Research  the product and find out where, when and, by whom it was made.
+Made Good products are handmade and use natural materials.

May your home "rise to meet you"                 Terri

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Birds cheapin' and Plants are poppin"....let's decorate

As I sit here on my back patio(advantages of being an entrepreneur) the birds are "cheeping" away and my rather large perennial garden is starting to pop. The daisy buds are the most prominent in my garden as I write, I love their "fresh whiteness" when they bloom.....they don't last long but  it is wonderful to look at. After hearing what the weather was going to be like today in Connecticut I hunted down my summer clothes and was so relieved that they still fit!!....I'm so ready for warm weather as I am sure all of you are. Along with the warm weather clothes so you look good, let's look around your home and see what can be better. Open a couple of windows and let the spring air in.....and take a good look at one or two rooms around the house .... could they use some sprucing up.

Walls

Maybe new paint??...easiest and least expensive transformation. +Farrow & Ball  www.Farrow-Ball.com   Stone Blue would be fabulous in a dining or living room. India Yellow with a pinch of  brown  in it would be stunning in a kitchen with off white cabinets. Skylight is a peaceful blue/green for that perfect serene master bedroom color.                                                

                                                                                                     
F and B Skylight

Window Treatments

I love the  fabric below from +Brunschwig & Fils   http://www.Brunschwig.com    it has a summer like feel..made as window treatments then,  coupled with the  pop of redish orange in the sisal rug and, +Lori Weitzner   www.weitznerlimited.com   wallpaper on an accent wall....wow.... you would have a fabulous and comfortable family room.

Lori Weitzner wall paper
                                                                                   

B and F fabric and soft sisal
Floors                                                                                  

I just received some yummy "soft sisal" rug samples from a company down south,  +Blackstone Carpets & Rugs  www.blackstonecarpets.com  The various styles are unique, soft (hence the name) and, can be
easily finished off with +Fiber Sealing   www.Fiberseal.com   against stains.

 

These soft sisals can be bound as shown and  they come rubber backed so need for extra padding although it is available.  This company also makes an outdoor soft sisal. The colors and weaving are some of the best I have ever seen.
Enjoy looking at these high quality products and contact Terri Reilly Design to see samples and receive professional guidance  for your next project in your home or office.

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Quality Products and Professional Service

I have been to many fabric and furniture shows in the past two weeks and have seen incredible well made quality products.  You end up spending less money if you buy quality in the beginning.....A well made  product researched by a professional interior designer just for you will stand the test of time.
The  Architectural Digest Show in NYC, Designer Fabric and Furniture Road Show in Norwalk and, the Designer showcase in Greenwich, CT was more than this interior designer could take. I was on over load but so excited to bring various products to my clients and expose them to the public.

F & B wp rollers

F & B Ocelot wp
+Farrow & Ball( as you all know it's my favorite paint and wall paper) just launched 4 new wall paper designs at the beginning of March. The fabulous design element of +F &B papers are, they are produced from their paint in either a roller or block method (as opposed to most companies their papers are printed)and the papers are washable and stain resistant. At 11 yards in length per each roll you receive an incredible look for the price point.
F & B Tessella wp
+Designer Guild is another one of my favorite English base companies. The UK can do no wrong when it comes to the world of interior design. These two newest fabrics Astasia and Khalana are my favorites this season. I have them  pinned up on my design boards along with a kitchen inspiration photo......Im creating my next client's project. Manifesting is another word...(my daughter can't stand that word) back to the fabric , the design and combination of simple black, off white and, charcoal give these designs a graphic feel but they would look great in a traditional setting.
Designer Guild Astatsia and Khalana


More tomorrow after I attend the Greenwich Fabric and Furniture Designer Showcase.  I' m back from the Designer show....... Ikat Fabric is in or back, depending on how you look at it.+ Beacon Hill/Robert Allen is showing alot of purples, pinks and various blues. +Clarence House and +Canovas had some beautiful fabrics in delft blue, very rich and commanding to be noticed. 



Beacon Hill/Robert Allen Fabrics

The Rug Company Hummingbird wall hanging and pillow



Its almost easy to guess this designer....he is every where. From his own store, designing accessories, lamps and now beautiful rugs.  +Jonathan Adler designs for +The Rug company. Cut Pile Wool.

Flat weave Dhurries (that s a name from 20 years ago)also from +The Rug Co.in many brilliant colors. Bring summer on with this red and blue one.            For the more subdued and elegant is the Bamboo Ikat silk featured here in black and for a more faded look the charcoal is stunning.
Enjoy looking at these well made products and call Terri Reilly Design to see samples and get direction from a professional interior designer.

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