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Brooks Brothers Launches Home Decor Collection

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One of Luxist's favorite brands, Brooks Brothers, has launched their new home collection. The line takes the clothing maker's classic twills, silks and cottons and applies them to bedding, bath towel and decorative pillows that continue the Brooks Brothers look. The line of decorative pillows use the same look of Brooks Brothers ties to create striped pillows of English silk filled with a blend of white duck feathers and down that sell for $248 to $288.

There are two bedding collections of 330-thread count Supima cotton including the Blue Yarn-dye Bedding Collection which takes its inspiration from Brooks' classic shirt fabrics such as houndstooth, windowpane, glen plaid and pinstripe. The Herringbone Bedding Collection is in white with three-row embroidered border of navy and red. There is also a herringbone-bordered terry bath collection in 12 colors and terry bathrobes which have matching slippers. The entire collection is available on the Brooks Brothers website.

[via Home Accents Today]

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Apu Tables, Perfect For Summer Entertaining

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

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It's a serving tray, it's a side table, it's even a vase. The Apu tables are a versatile set of pieces each with a white ceramic top and base in solid oak, ash or American walnut. The three Apu tables are each different heights so they look attractive grouped together but they can also be used individually. Available from Suite NY.

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C Table Combines Art and Decor

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Furniture and photography meld in one cool table. The C Table is a collaboration between art photographer Richard Bettinger and the McLaughlin Collection, a maker of acrylic furnishings. The C Table features Bettinger's fine art photos on the top surface. Shown above is Bettinger's Light Speed on a pair of C tables positioned back to back. The tables are available in pure white or inky black Lucite. The table can also be positioned so that the lower part can slip beneath sofa or chair. Several other images from Bettinger are available. The McLaughlin Collection's acrylic furnishings and accessories are durable and 100% recyclable and the acrylic scraps produced during the manufacturing process are collected and recycled into new material. The products are hypoallergenic and produce no off-gassing and all furnishings are manufactured in the U.S. The C Table is available to interior designers and architects through David Sutherland Showrooms.

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Lennegan & Marantz Opens in Southampton

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Lennegan & Marantz Opens Design Store in Southampton, N.Y.

Lennegan & Marantz, a design resource that specializes in the best of English craftsmanship, has opened a beautiful new 3,000 sq. ft. showroom in the Village of Southampton, New York.

Founded by Joanna Bobrowicz, Lennegan & Marantz specializes in handmade English upholstery, with an eclectic mix of European and American antiques, vintage one of a kind pieces and home furnishings. The modern mix strikes a balance to create interiors of subtle yet luxurious comfort. Simple, cool linens, mohair velvets, leather and a smattering of vintage fabrics are used throughout the furniture collections. In addition, Lennegan & Marantz offers an assortment of Belgian linens and contemporary art.

The Southampton showroom also represents Bennison Fabrics, the pre-eminent English company specializing in hand-printed linens based on 18th and 19th century English and French document textiles.

Gallery: More from Lennegan & Marantz

Bobrowicz's background includes eight years at George Smith, the iconic British luxury upholstered furniture brand known for its hand made designs and fabrics, where she was responsible for branding, including advertising campaigns, as well as the company's worldwide showrooms and new seasonal furniture collections. "At George Smith the focus was always on upholstery, says Bobrowicz. "At Lennegan & Marantz, we hope to offer a more complete interior environment to our prospective customer."

The desire to offer an exclusive design resource inspired Bobrowicz to launch Lennegan & Marantz.

"We researched various design archives to present an edited collection of sofas and chairs reflecting the changing tastes and styles of today's interiors" says Bobrowicz, who moved to New York from the United Kingdom in 2008. "Upholstery is available from the floor or to order, with sofas starting at $6,185 for a 6' sofa in Belgian linen, and we are also offering an in house interior design service for clients wishing to explore the Lennegan & Marantz lifestyle.

Lennegan & Marantz is located at 44 Main Street in Southampton, N.Y. For more information, call (631) 899-4535.

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For The Love Of Minerals: The Designs Of Brenda Houston

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor, Jewelry

Sometimes it's hard to improve on what nature provides. Few designers understand that as well as Brenda Houston who incorporates natural minerals into her jewelry and home decor designs. Houston has always been attracted to the mystical and healing properties of natural minerals. She started working with them more than 15 years ago and after traveling extensively she conceptualized a collection of lamps and accessories that make the most of the natural beauty of the stones.

The sculptural qualities of the minerals used reveal themselves in lamps, artwork and jewelry created by an artisan using select stones and gold wire. Large agate slices sit atop hardwood bases. Minerals have been used as bases to form simply spectacular lamps or sit alone mounted for contemplation and enjoyment. Each piece is signed and the couture lamps are available at Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman. The lamps range from $1500 to $3200; the tabletop pieces are about $500 to $5000 and the tables are about $1500 each.

Gallery: Brenda Houston Designs

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Lux Tip: Arrange Bookshelves by Color

by Annie Scott (RSS feed) —

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A simple way to brighten your living room is to clean up the look of your bookshelves.

First, have a look at where in the room they are. If you have valuable books, you want to avoid direct exposure to sunlight. Also, look at the lines the shelves create. Would the room look wider if the shelves were opposite the entrance instead of along the side walls? Could you arrange them around a corner with a chair to create a reading nook?

Once you're sure they're in the best possible place, dust them. Dust them like crazy. Dust them for real; take the books off the shelves and rag-dust.

Look at the books on the table or floor, wherever you've put them. Do you need all those? There's probably a stack you haven't touched in years. Is it an attractive stack of books? Unattractive books you don't ever use should go into storage.

Once you've got clean shelves and only the books you need, try arranging them by color. You can create all kinds of patterns; a rainbow, alternating chunks of reds and blues, lights and darks. Play around with stacking, as well. Lay some books horizontally in stacks to create bookends, or in the middle of a shelf, top a stack with a trinket.

You have nothing to lose; this is one of those rare decorating choices which is completely reversible. Why not try it?

It's just another easy way to make life more lux for cheap or free.

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Lux Tip: Little Accents Make a Big Difference

by Annie Scott (RSS feed) —

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If you want to spice up a room that looks a little bland, little accents can make a big difference.

One thing I recommend is to add luxurious, elegant details. A personal favorite would be the doorknobs and drawer pulls available from Anthropologie. A doorknob or drawer pull is such an easy thing to switch out, and the designs available can really change the whole look of a room. Think about adding drawer pulls like this one to an all-white kitchen.

Curtain rods are relatively simple to upgrade, too. A surprising place to find an affordable, chic curtain rod? Home Depot.

Sew a bead or bauble onto a pillow, or even use an old brooch or pin to liven up the look of a curtain. Tiny accents can make a whole room sparkle, and the details will make it feel more like home.

It's just another easy way to make life more lux for cheap or free.

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Lux Tip: Wall Decor

by Annie Scott (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor, Art, Lux Tips

Big empty walls getting you down? If you haven't found the perfect tapestry or can't get your Monet back from the Art Institute of Chicago, you've still got to put something on your wall to make it feel like home.

Get down to the local thrift store. Look through the art they have there. It's not likely to be any good, but you might get lucky; in any case, what you're looking for is the frames. In fact, the more horrendous the art, the better, because it's likely to be cheaper!

Get a couple vintage-looking frames and toss the prints of angels and hippie landscapes. If the frames are looking shoddy, spray paint them! A nice glossy black is very chic on a carved frame, or you can just do a touch up with gold paint or a nice stain. What to put inside? We don't recommend you try your own hand at painting--not for your wall. Why not get some cool paper from Papyrus or your local paperie, or frame an interesting piece of fabric?

It's just another easy way to make life more lux for cheap or free.

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The 1984 Fishbowl by Danny Cheung

by Star Sutherland (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor, Pets, Art, Children

I came across this gem while browsing pictures of unique children's rooms. Named The 1984 Fishbowl, this revamped design by Danny Cheung putts a modern twist on the age old glass fish bowl. It's quirky shape is eye catching, the windows are made of magnified glass providing a detailed look at your goldfish, while the opaque walls provide refuge. I love the retro look of this funky little fish bowl, it would make a stylish addition to any room, and I imagine kids would go nuts for it. Available online for $430.

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Indoor Living Wall Planter

by Star Sutherland (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor, Garden, Green

Apparently these stylish indoor wall planters are all the rage in penthouse apartments and cafes in Italy and Paris. We all know the benefits of having indoor plants: cleaner air, increased humidity, aesthetic appeal...so why stop at a few when you could do a whole green wall! These innovative planters feature a hinged panel that cleverly hides the water reserves, and neatly designed planting grids that allow you to easily plan your indoor garden. I love these but I'm not sure hanging them directly behind the couch is the best idea, guests don't usually like leaves in their hair! Available online

for $169 each.

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Decor that Will (and Won't) Fly on a Private Jet

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor, Wings

The whole idea of having a private jet, besides the obvious privacy aspect, is that you get to have it decorated however you want, right? Maybe not, depending on exactly what features you're after. Any plane that wants to fly in U.S. airspace has the Federal Aviation Administration to comply with, and no matter how fancy you make it a plane just isn't any fun when it's stuck sitting on the ground.

On the bright side, many features can be modified or changed to where they're still enjoyable but don't break any laws -- like chandeliers are okay if they're retractable, and you can have all the heavy mahogany and big screen TVs you want as long as you're willing to trade off in terms of increased fuel and lower over-all capacity for things like passengers and cargo.

So what isn't okay, ever, on a plane? An open flame, which automatically rules out features like fireplaces and gas stoves.

But as long as you have a golden toilet, who cares.

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2120, A Store For Palm Beach Modern

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

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Modern design seems to have a natural home in Florida, sunnier climates seem to be a better setting for clean lines and spare style. 2120, a modern design store in West Palm Beach is a haven for lighting and furnishings that are contemporary, witty and highly individual. Their website reveals many design finds including plenty of Philippe Starck, a splash of Eames and the sleek and simple pieces of Jasper Morrison. I am enthralled with this lucite armchair which sells for $3,750.

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Christopher Spitzmiller Butternut Gourd Lamps

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

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This time of year people often use pumpkins, squash and other gourds to decorate their homes. If you are looking to make that sort of look permanent you could invest in the ceramic butternut gourd lamps from Christopher Spitzmiller. Spitzmiller is a celebrated New York City-based designer who works with a small team of artisans to create each lamp. Each lamp is set in hardwood base cover with either 23k yellow gold or 9k white gold. The bases can also be finished in mahogany or enameled and come with an off white vellum paper shade. The lamp costs $1,475 for the standard wood base or $1,875 for the white gold base.

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PB Teen

by Nicole Weston (RSS feed) —

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Perhaps I'm just a bit late in catching on, but I didn't know that Pottery Barn had a site specifically for products for teens' rooms and back-to-school things. The site, PB Teen, is great. Unlike some of the furniture and decorative items marketed to the age range by other stores, everything appears to be very well put together and attractive - no bargain basement materials or shoddy workmanship. They offer beds, rugs, light fixtures and desks, in addition to many smaller items, including bags and bedding. They even have a selection of themed rooms to provide inspiration for someone moving into a dorm or a first apartment, as well as inspiration for parents who are looking to remodel the room of child.

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Ice Centerpiece Molds

by Nicole Weston (RSS feed) —

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While the Cool Ice Jewels are a nice touch of icy bling for drinks, sometimes something a bit larger is needed to really add flash to a party. Ice sculptures are nice, but they take lots of planning. It's so much easier just to make one at home using an ice mold. Simply fill up the mold and use it as a centerpiece, filled with candles or flowers, or as a serving bowl for fruits and ice creams. Just like a full-blown ice sculpture, it will catch the eyes of all your guests, like a giant diamond on the table. Use food colorings to add jewel-like colors to the tablescape, or freeze flowers or fruits right into the mold. Price: $29.99.