



The charm of Nova: an avant-garde technological project
A project offering you endless combinations, developed from two essential concepts which can be integrated with one another: a kitchen complete with cabinets and a ensemble of elements which distinguish the project, manufactured using high-technology and refined materials.
A hi-tech kitchen for the evolution of space Kitchens change. And so does the way to protect their components. Both in terms of the materials they are made of as well as the way in which they are made.
The circular nature of this range also defines the evolution of kitchen spaces. Inspired by american kitchens, Time has a handy snack bar for speedy lunches and a hob which is no longer confined to the corner, but is now at the centre of large open spaces.House Beautiful Sept. 2007, Photo by Don Freeman
Hi all! I wanted to make a correction to an earlier post I did about the very beautiful light fixtures designed by Serge Mouille. I recently received a very nice email from the Jean-Philippe, a representative for the Serge Mouille company. Jean Philippe kindly supplied the correct information regarding the representation for the Serge Mouille light fixtures in the USA:
"Hi Katie,I read your entire blog "David Weeks vs. Serge Mouille" and your input is very interesting. However, I need to bring a correction as to who is representing the Mouille licensed re-edition in the USA. "Inside Modern Living" represents the re-edition in Canada only. The USA is being covered by GUERIDON, a New York based store selling European mid-century furniture. Gin Mouille contracted GUERIDON to be both her representative and distributor for the USA. I think it would be nice if you could redirect your link to http://www.gueridon.com/.I will leave the debate of David Weeks vs. Serge Mouille open. Representing the Mouille lighting collection, my input would not be partial of course. Even though David Weeks admitted to me of being "very inspired" by the Serge Mouille lamps, he still designed lamps of his own without copying them. Congratulations for your blog, it brings an interesting comparison between the lamps I had never seen before. Jean-Philippe "
Thank you to Jean Philippe!
For example there was a pair of traditional drum tables flanking the sofa in the Living Room that he topped with organic tree trunk lamps. Very unexpected, but it gives the space a humorous edge. Instead of the expected Oriental area rug, he uses a goatskin rug to change things up a bit.
In the Family Room, he uses soothing light colors with just one punch of color in the art to expand the smallish space into something that seems much larger. Gorgeous!
For many more photos from the Wick Design Group's portfolio, be sure to check out this post from Desire to Inspire.
I believe I have a new crush!
I brought home three new additions to my ever growing mercury glass collection. These pieces all have been painted with floral images which indicates they are truly vintage and not a recent reproduction.
I loved this Mercury Glass bowl, even though it may be newer. It is such a great shape.
I also collect vintage shell boxes. These two were so charming I couldn't resist.
These little flamingos and the cactus trees somehow found there way back home with me. I just couldn't leave them for strangers to take home...even if they were nice strangers.
This had to come home with me. I do not have any idea who the man in the water is, but I make up stories in my head about him every time I see him. I think this frame was made in Mexico. I have yet to open the back up to see if there is any identification for this mystery man. I almost don't want to know. The picture looks like it could be from the 30's, and the frame is just cracks me up. Had to have it.
An old kilim pillow found a new home in my leather wing back.
This is an example of a Tramp Art box. I love the sculptural quality it has. It was made probably in the 30's, but has such a contemporary feel to it.
This is how the lid opens. Clever!
And there were books. Lots of books. My summer reading list is full! I particularly love this Pottery reference book. Very hard to find and beautiful!
At first, I thought the last thing I needed was another dated cookbook. But then who could pass up Martha in this dress? Ah, the good ole days when women across the country dressed like the Texas polygamists. Love ya Martha! But there really are some great recipes in here too.
These are a few of the things that got away: Adirondack twig tables
And large scale antique bird cages.
I may still have to go back and snag this cage. It has not yet sold. Just not sure where to put it. Hmmmm.
What was the thing you found at a Garage Sale that you never regretted hauling home?