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By Your Side

Sallie Hershkowitz — Sun, 16 Nov 2014 23:17:16 +0000

Wildon Home Snack Table $58
Wayfair (www.wayfair.com)

Lucida Side Table $229
Crate and Barrel (www.crateandbarrel.com)

Monarch 2 piece nesting tables/Natural $175.37
Amazon (www.amazon.com)

Small side tables, placed strategically around a room, can provide just the right spot for a guest’s cup of coffee (glass of wine, plate of appetizers, etc.) not to mention an interesting design element. Move them around the room or around the house as needed. A stool that functions as an end table does double duty and look for nesting tables that can be stored in a nesting position then separated when the need arises. These little treasures serve a functional purpose and a decorative one as well. From simple and stately to whimsical works of art, they are right there, by your side!

Olivia Flower Accent Table $66.65
World Market (www.worldmarket.com)

Ceramic garden stools–side table and stool in one! This one has a distinct barrel cactus look. $143.95 at KMart (www.kmart.com)

Cosmopolitan End Table $178
All Modern (www.allmodern.com)

Timber end table $499
Birch Lane (wwwbirchlane.com)

Radiant Orchid: The 2014 Pantone Color of the Year

Sallie Hershkowitz — Tue, 01 Apr 2014 22:42:03 +0000

Since 2000, the Pantone Color Institute has been designating a color of the year. A color that will “resonate around the world.” This is not necessarily the hot fashion color trending at the moment, but rather a color that crosses all areas of design. The Institute looks at everything from emerging artists to emerging trends in technology, travel, films, etc. The 2014 color of the year is Radiant Orchid–fuchsia with purple and pink undertones. According to PCI, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and its rosy undertones emanate great joy, love, and health.

This gorgeous color will be finding its way into home and fashion design, fabrics, weddings, artwork, jewelry, food–you name it, everything will be coming up “Radiant Orchid.” Whether you use a touch here and there or go all out, this color certainly makes a statement!

Thinking Clearly: Acrylic Trend

Sallie Hershkowitz — Thu, 06 Mar 2014 19:35:16 +0000

Acrylic brings a light, bright, “airiness” to a room. By using either an accent piece like a lamp or a larger piece like a table or chair, touches of acrylic can beautify and freshen any space. The setting does not need to be modern, just use acrylic pieces sparingly. I’ve added a couple of touches to my design studio and I love the look (photos of the studio are coming soon!) Here are a few examples of some gorgeous acrylic designs:

Beautiful works of art: Sander Mulder Clear Acrylic Lamps ($500-$5000)

Acrylic Desk Set from Horchow ($28-$68)

Add a ghost chair to a desk or vanity ($110 at Amazon.com). Lowe’s and IKEA both have a version of the stacked acrylic ball lamp at a very reasonable price.

Glass top acrylic coffee table from Wisteria ($899)

Acrylic is right at home in this kitchen. The contrasting design elements create interesting detail taking “eclectic” to a new level! Casper Bar stools available at Amazon. ($205 for a set of 2)

Acrylic Tobias Chairs from IKEA ($79) echo the airy outdoor feel of this windowed dining space

Just a touch of acrylic on the bench legs lightens up this beautiful sheepskin bench from Horchow ($1889)