Trend Alert - N E O N !

According to Elle Decor, Glamour, and a slew of bloggers out there, NEON anything is what we will be seeing a lot of this spring. And with daylight savings right around the corner, spring is certainly in the air! I'm loving the shockingly electric colors for this season - whether they exist in accessories, clothing, or home goods. The key is to obviously not over do it - Check out these eye catching items!

Source : Emma Gardner

Rugs

Sources : Timex80, Net-a-Porter - Yellow Watch, DKNY - Nixon Watch, Henri Bendel

Source : Bottega Veneta
Bangles
Photo Credit : Geoffrey Sokol

Source : ABC Carpet : Color Reform Collection

Source : Michael Kors

Runway Clutch

Source : Trina Turk

Pillows & Beach Bag

Photo Credit : Apartment Therapy "House Tour"

Source : Balanced Design

Rugs

Source : Blu Dot

Desk, Bed, Console, Side Table

Source : The Conran Shop

Neon Yellow Frame

Source : Flavor Paper

Wallcoverings

Source : JGoodDesign

Lily Pad Pendent

Source : Umbra

Chair, Jewelry Hanger, & Wall Decor

Photos : Gorgeous Shiny Things

March Happenings

Ok, so I've been doing some research over the past few weeks on upcoming events in Connecticut, the rest of New England & NYC. This is one of my goals with this blog, so I decided to get started! I will be adding to it throughout the month, and will be doing so every month from here on out. So please make sure to keep checking back, and let me know if I've missed something!

Romare Bearden's "The Block"

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Present - Spring 2010

Fair Haven Furniture 
FLOOR MODEL SALE
Thursday 4th - Monday 8th
25% - 85% OFF!
Furniture, Gifts, Accessories, Jewelry, and LOTS MORE!
New Haven, CT

MAC 650 Art Gallery 
Opening Exhibition

"Expressions in Color"

Middletown, CT

Friday, 5th

7 - 11pm

Alice in Wonderland OPENS

IMAX 3D

Johnny Depp

Friday, 5th

Brooklyn's Finest OPENS

Friday, 5th 

Richard Gere, Ethan Hawke, Wesley Snipes

MUSE @ TD BankNorth Garden

Saturday, 6th

7:30pm

                                
                

The Oscars on ABC

Sunday, 7th

8pm

Riverdance Farewell Tour

Thursday 11th - Sunday 14th

Wallingford, CT

Cost : $30 - $75

Green Zone OPENS

Friday, 12th

Matt Damon, Greg Kinnear, Amy Ryan

"What Was Good Design?"

Museum of Modern Art - NYC

Architecture & Design Galleries

Ongoing Exhibition 

*Works from designers such as Charles & Ray Eames and Hans Wegner 

alongside more unexpected items

(Photo) Charles Eames and Ray Eames. Full Scale Model of Chaise Longue (La Chaise). 1948.

Shaping Modernity

Design 1880 - 1980

Museum of Modern Art - NYC

Architecture & Design Galleries

Ongoing Exhibition

(Photo) Paolo Lomazzi, Donato D'Urbino, and Jonathan De Pas. 

Blow Inflatable Armchair. 1967.

"Parallel Lives"

Friday March 12th - Saturday April 3rd

Deep River, CT

Town Hall Theater

Cost : $20

Matrix 158 / Kitty Kraus

Wadsworth Antheneum - Museum of Art

Hartford, CT

Present - May 2

CT Spring Antiques Show
Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th
Hartford, CT
Cost: $10
Free Parking

Alicia Keys Concert @ Foxwoods Casino

Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th

8pm

Ledyard, CT

Cost, $90 - $160

New Haven's Saint Patrick's Day Parade

Sunday 14th @ 1pm

New Haven, CT

Boston's Saint Patrick's Day Parade

Sunday, 14th @ 1pm

Starts on Broadway Street in South Boston

Saint Patrick's Day
Wednesday, 17th





Go Green Expo
March 19th - 21st
NYC

Titanic : The Artifact Exhibition

Foxwoods Resort & Casino

Ledyard, CT

Present - June 15th

Cost : Adults $20 / Kids $15

"Metamorphosis"

Mixed Media, Photography, & Painting

River Street Gallery @ Fair Haven Furniture

New Haven, CT

Artist's Reception
Fethi Meghelli, Debra Roinestad, & Thomas Stavovy

Saturday, 20th 

6 - 9pm

Show runs from March 13th - May 3rd

Bulbs

Just a quick post today - My friend Michelle sent me this image (below) because it reminded her of the "What Watt?" light fixture in my "Green" post from a few weeks ago. Hundreds of lightbulbs are suspended from this ceiling - so cool! I love feedback - thanks Chelle!

Robert & Kathleen Photography

Gramercy Park Hotel, NYC

I checked out their website, and they had some more images of this space that I'd like to share. 

...simply stunning

1920s Nantucket Refuge

With a typical New England Noreaster on its way, I think we can all agree that warmer weather can't come soon enough. No offense to winter or anything - I do love being inside and under a fuzzy blanket with a cup of hot cocoa on frigid evenings... but I'm getting anxious for flip flops and sun dresses. Anyway, during my routine surfing this morning, I came across this quaint Nantucket cottage owned and designed by Jeffrey Bilhuber. 

The cottage, fondly known as "Rose Cottage", was purchased by Bilhuber on a whim when a real estate agent contacted him after hearing about his fondness for the property. He had seen the exterior multiple times, but had never set foot inside. Buyer's remorse started to set in after he saw the run down condition of the interior. But, being a creative person, he still managed to see potential in the 1920s fisherman's cottage... and decided to press on. 

Before

Library / Entrance

After

The ceiling was removed to reveal the rafters underneath. It really opens up the small space!

Before

Dining Room

After #1

Bilhuber decided to keep this space somewhat simple, as he thought too much luxury would overwhelm this small space.

After #2

View from Dining Room to Library / Entrance

Before

Living Room

After

The door leading to the kitchen was sealed. Bilhuber kept the natural grey finish of the walls and popped some crisp whites.

Before

Master Bedroom

After

Check out the floating dressing table in front of the recessed window. Love that!

Before

Guest Bedroom

After

I love the bureaus being used as nightstands. Their height matches the window sill height, and the tops of the bed pillows - very simple but powerful detail.

Ok, so who's ready for some summer getaways?

Photo Credits : Peter Vanderwarker

Article : Michael Frank for Architectural Digest

Going Green

"Going Green" seems to be somewhat of a cliche these days. Some of us have been conscious of our impact on the environment for a long time, while others have simply jumped on the bandwagon for fear of being left in the dust. Well, whether you're a true environmentalist, or just riding the fad, at least the environment is benefiting from our newfound awareness. Not only are some products being made from recycled materials, but the process in which these products are made is also being refined.I was doing some surfing this morning, and found these great products that have been produced using reclaimed materials. Enjoy!

Designer : Diaz Kleefstra

Ping Pong Balls

Handmade in Holland

Designers : Claudio Cardoso & Telma Verissimo

Studio Verissimo

Plastic Stir Sticks

Photos : Ricardo Faria

Designers : Rocio Gonzalez & Lucas Damian Campodonico

Greca

Recycled buttons & resin

Designer : Tim Fishlock

London, England

Title : "What Watt?"

A tribute to the incandescent lightbulb - 1243 various bulbs surrounding a single low energy light source

Designer : Mamamade

Denver, CO

Reusable Sandwich Bag

100% cotton with waterproof polyurethane laminated knit lining

Machine washable & dryer safe

www.mamamadebaby.blogspot.com

More to come!

~2010~

My first post of the new year is regarding the recent tragedy that has struck Haiti. So many countries have come together to aid in the relief efforts, and so many individuals have taken action. The Red Cross has raised 22 million dollars just in text messaged donations alone! Small companies have also stepped up, and are donating a percentage of their sales to the cause. One of these companies is called Heath Ceramics. They are donating 25% of their proceeds made from Jan 15 - 17 to the non profit organization, Architecture for Humanity. Although this company's donation dates have passed, donations can of course still be made directly to Architecture for Humanity.


On that note, I'd like to share some of Heath Ceramics products and installations with you. They are mid-century potters based out of Sausalito, CA. They make tableware & tile, and have been doing so for over 50 years. Every single product is made in their own factory, which is a rarity nowadays. 

Private Residence (exterior) - Addison Strong Design

Corten 5x15 tile

One Co Offices - Cary Bernstein Architects

Stone White Crease

Photo : Cesar Rubio

For all homeware, shipping is $10 for orders over $75, and $7.50 for orders under $75! 

Set of 3 Bud Vases

$60

Salt & Pepper Shakers

$42

I'm in LOVE with these little guys!

Stack Mug

$27.50