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Interview with Famous Designer Jeffrey Bernett
Did you ever wonder about the phrase "It's a classic"? Who determines what becomes a " classic", whether the item is a car, a book, or a piece of furniture? Society, consumers, and the industry from which the piece comes all factor into something earning the honorable title. The next question then becomes, where do these works of art come from? Innovators and visionaries also called product designers. Though product designers will draw up thousands of designs, sometimes only hundreds will go into production, and only a precious few (if any) of their designs will be deemed a classic.
I have actually had the pleasure of meeting one of these geniuses of the design world, and though I have idolized many of his furniture pieces (as well as his accessory collection), I was pleasantly surprised to find that Jeffrey Bernett himself didn't require the same adoration. Impeccably dressed and clean cut with bright watchful eyes, he seemed to enjoy watching the high society party that surrounded him at the opening of Dallas's B&B Italia Showroom, sponsored by Elle Decor. He was there as a special guest, and several of his furniture pieces were present. Jeffrey was a perfect choice for a guest designer, as he is the only American designer B&B Italia works with, and I was thrilled to get a few moments of his time to discuss his design process with him.
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Children's Project Table and Stool Set by Ecotots
Ecotots children's furniture "takes a stand for the environment" and offers a place for you kid to sit, stand, or kneel to work on projects. Noticing that no two toddlers sit the same way the Project Table and Stool Set was inspired. Made from 100% formaldehyde-free Rainforest Alliance Certified birch plywood, and Eco- friendly non-toxic water-based stains in the USA. Table 26.50"W x 26.50"D x 16.75"H Stools 11.50"W x 11.50"D x 10.75"H No tools required $375 Free Shipping from d furniture
Retro Cuban Chair : Bon Adventure
Selamat Designs’ Bon Adventure line is a throw-back to the golden age of rattan furniture. This retro-Cuban inspired line harkens to a time of wind-swept verandas, lazy sunny days and the faint rustling of surf. Made in a classic four-pole architecture that is very rare anymore, this line has a look that stands out in today’s marketplace. All joints are wrapped in leather for added durability and design. The line includes a loveseat, lounge chair, ottoman, side table and coffee table and is available in espresso or natural rattan. Fabric options or COM are available for the cushions. For Freshome readers with the cupond code : SELAMATSPRING you will receive 10% off ANY purchase at Selamat.
alain seating collectiontags: livingroom
IT’S NOT THE SQUARED, CONFORMIST features of Collins + Schaar’s Alain seating collection that really give it an elegant, refined stature; in truth, it’s all about perspective. Starting from the bottom, each chair tapers slightly as it approaches the top, artificially giving a sense of tallness. Not quite an optical illusion, but a manipulation of the facts: for those that want their furniture to look sophisticated, the Alain collection merely accelerates these d furniture
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Valuable Time Well Spent in Brown Jordan Patio Furniture
Imagine working all week, being responsible, and then spending your most valuable time in junky patio and outdoor furniture. Brown Jordan has an entirely different plan for you this summer. No matter what you are looking for from the Fusion woven sectional, to the Calcutta cast aluminum sofa and loveseat, it will look good and feel great if Brown Jordan is part of the setting. Since 1945 they have been perfecting their quality based patio furniture, and the "timeless, essential, elegant" philosophy holds true. The full collection also includes teak wood and stainless steel for outside, and some equally stunning interior dining table sets if you must go inside.
Mitchell Custom Modern and Contemporary Pool Tables
If you take you interior design and billiard matches seriously then Mitchell Custom pool tables has something for you. Since 1979 Ed Mitchell has been producing fine custom stainless steel modern and contemporary pool tables for any décor right in the USA. Here are a few of their designs that are a result of a combined 100 years of the highest industry standards and design experience. See many other Mitchell custom pool tables here.
Architecture Canopy Bed from Room & Board
Recently Met Home did a d furnitureparison for two similar modern four poster canopy beds, the In Heaven 2 by Zeitraum which we featured here at Furniture Fashion, and the Architecture bed from Room & Board. If you are looking for a good buy and are on a budget then the price difference may be something to take note of. The In Heaven 2 canopy bed starts at $6500 in Queen while the Architecture Canopy bed prices in at a reasonable $900. I personally like the looks of both beds but the removable headboard on Zeitraum's version is not enough to justify the hefty price difference. See the rest of the Room & Boar d furniture collection at d furniture
Sweet Pebble Pillow
I love these little Pebble Pillows. From distance they looks like real pebbles, but in fact they are composed of cotton terry material. The Pebble Collection is destined to be an instant classic. If you want an unusual and cool pillow than this one can be a good choice. You can get it for $85,00 from here.
Carpet Rug Landscape
Studio Laurens van Wieringen created this beautiful landscape carpet. The Carpet is constructed from many little ‘foam-bars’ in different colours and heights. Together these ‘foam-bars’ show an image of a landscape in color and a relief in height. The final result look very interesting, and I’m sure that walking on such a carpet would be a very pleasant experience. - Via - BoingBoing
Skyline Executive Desk Series from Dyrlund of Denmark
In all my years in dealing with "real" Scandinavian furniture I have to say that Dyrlund of Denmark is unlike any other manufacturer I have seen. The Skyline Executive desk makes a great impression in any commercial office environment with its thick expansive top and opposing curved base, especially in Rosewood as shown here. Behind the desk you will find thin concealed drawers that respond to a push and an optional return with storage so the top of the Skyline executive desk can remain as free from clutter as possible. Dyrlund also has a stunning collection of complimentary wall storage systems, executive desk chairs, and seating in Ash or Rosewood. Desk and Return $9999 from Smith Interiors
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