Restoration Hardware's new Spring Collection is full of earth-friendly finds that are as green as they are gorgeous. Reclaimed items lend a sense of history and charm to your living spaces, so consider eco-fabulous furnishings such as these for your next home décor project.
The Entablature Mirror is an oversized, neoclasically inspired piece that is crafted of naturally distressed, reclaimed timbers from an old Scottish mill. Each mirror is hand-selected and hand-carved.
With the help of a European antiques dealer, one-of-a-kind Brickmaker's Tables – which, 100 years ago, were once pallets used to cut, cool and transport Belgian bricks – have been unearthed and transformed into stunning pieces for the home. Constructed of Northern European azobe wood boltedp planks and a hand-welded steel base, these tables have a rustic, distressed look.
Photography courtesy of www.restorationhardware.com
For more fabulous reclaimed treasures for the home – everything from accent pieces to office furniture, to outoor living items – visit www.restorationhardware.com or the St. Louis location, 1196 Saint Louis Galleria, 314-863-7566.
April 6th, 2010
The stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces that comprise IVEY-SELKIRK's Spring Gallery 2010, "Natural History & Fine Jewelry," will soon be bidding the auctioneers farewell and saying hello to a host of new owners. Attend the auction this weekend, beginning Saturday, March 20 at 11 a.m. and continuing through the evening of Monday, March 22. For more information or to view the catalogue and complete auction schedule, visit www.iveyselkirk.com.
Here are a few examples of the 2010 Spring Gallery's offerings:
Native American Handwoven Blanket and Navajo Blanket
Earl Biss, Jr., American (1947-1998)
"Dark Rides in a Pond of Color"
James Shoolbred & Co., 19th Century
Diminutive Buffet
Pair Venetian Louis XV style Bombé Cases
Diamond, Sapphire and Tanzanite Jewelry
March 17th, 2010
Fortunately, the beauty of "things past" never goes out of style. For me, researching and preparing our September issue was an opportunity to embrace extraordinary eras where elegant, decorative design was stylishly stated and exquisitely represented.
Turn the pages of our September issue to take in the stunning styles that wove their way through the decades with impressive movement, shape and design. Our Obsession department is filled with spectacular examples of treasures to easily enhance even the most modern décor. In our local shops, we discovered art and antiques that are breathtaking and nostalgic at the same time. While chatting with Robert Morrissey of Clark Graves Antiques about the issue, we were both impressed with the idea that the South German walnut chest of drawers, circa 1790-1800 (on page 24), with its striking details and strong architectural presence, anticipates Art Deco by a century. It¹s paired with cherry wood Directoire-style chairs, circa 1890-1910, and their Art Nouveau style radiates the look of fashion for the home. It¹s all simply gorgeous.
We invite you to take a blast to the past in this memorable issue, with a modern loft in the historic Motor Parts Warehouse (now the Motor Lofts building). Our featured suburban home is a new residence in historic Webster Groves, where homes with age and history sit aside newer residences the historic homes of the future. And you¹ll love the overflowing beauty of our suburban garden a rejuvenated space with touches of history and magical charm. And did you know? In the garden, games are back in fashion! Be sure to see our wonderful Garden Gotta Have It products.
Enjoy what¹s new and remember the past. And even better, mix them together to create a home and garden that transcend time.
Vicki Pickle, Editor-in-Chief
vpickle@stlouishomesmag.com
September 3rd, 2008
