Valentine's Chair

Heart Cone Chair. Designed by Verner Panton.




Designed in 1959 by Denmark’s Verner Panton, the Heart Cone Chair began as a variant of the slightly more demure Cone Chair of 1958. The metamorphosis went from the fantastical to the fanciful: Cone Chair looks like an ice cream delicacy and Heart Cone Chair like a box of chocolates. Whoever would have thought I’d grow so fond of sweets and hearts?



Panton once worked as an assistant for Arne Jacobsen—note Heart Cone’s nod to the sensuous Egg Chair. Although it has lovely contours, don’t oversimplify Panton’s Heart Cone Chair. It’s meant to play with lots of iconic shapes, not just the bloody organ: “Heart Cone Chair has large, projecting wings reminiscent of Mickey Mouse ears that could also, however, be interpreted as a contemporary take on the classic wing chair.” Constructed of durable materials—laminated body, stainless base, polyurethane foam upholstery—Heart Cone Chair doesn’t compromise durability for style. And given the delicious color choices, this Panton gem is easy to swallow. Of course, there’s the red, but also golden yellow, rust, and chocolate in warm tones; and blue, green, and steel in the cool range.

Floral Compliments

Michele Eddins, of Floral Compliments, has sent me these stunning photographs of her latest creations to share with everyone. I introduced you to Michele's creativity in 2008. I asked her to share a little information about the styles and she quoted,  "The flowers are custom made following the look of fashion of the Victorian era. Using a single large flower or arranging a carefully picked grouping to compliment your dress and hair style for that special day, these flowers will accomplish the look of femininity and elegance that is also everlasting. These creations are a must-have for the bride who wishes to pass on her memories to the next generation either to be worn again or to showcase".

If you get that special wedding proposal during Valentine's Day,or any time of the year, you need to go immediately to Michele's site and view all of the possibilites for your wedding floral designs...they are simply stunning keepsakes!!!!!!!! Don't forget Michele will totally design your custom colors and style and make special items upon requests. A sneak peak below, gives you a variety of Michele's work, check out the custom made flip flop wedding shoes one customer requested, this was a smart lady!

Sleigh Bed or Tub

Somewhere between a throne and a bathtub is Carlo Colombo’s Cuna, designed for Italian bathroom manufacturer Antonio Lupi. “Created to stand in the middle of the bathroom as its absolute protagonist,” Cuna is simple, modern, and stately - a freestanding form that brings together form and function, dignity and relaxation. Toss the awkward bath-pillow and opt for Cuna’s functional backrest instead. It is the defining feature of Colombo’s creation, providing distinction, comfort and enclosure.




While lying down may feel luxurious at first, for me - and for many, baths include a glass of wine and a good book. And so, this new bathtub is bound to be appreciated by avid readers and drinkers alike. The height and incline of Cuna’s backrest are designed with comfort and total relaxation in mind, helping to eliminate the fidgeting, twisting and turning we endure in an attempt to achieve a comfortable semi-seated position in standard bathtubs. Furthermore, “the base shape is rectangular, but sides are rounded, another singularity making the tub really comfortable,” explains the company.

Despite the lack of information, I’d assume that the material is cristalplant - a fairly new composite that is super-hard, ultra-durable and smooth as silk - commonly used by Antonio Lupi and a modern-day favorite for high-end bathtubs. The material is fully capable of creating Cuna’s thin-sided, sleigh-like form - and the boldly colored exterior.

Float My Boat

Talk about rooms with a view!!!!!! The interior of this project is designed by Bagno Sasso.

Bagno Sasso was founded in 1995 by former bicycle pro and World Championship participant, Rolf Senti. The company, whose existence spans 14 years, developed from humble beginnings to an internationally-active company in the planning and equipping of exclusive baths and spa furnishings. Recently, the company has also managed to gain a foothold in product design. Its products are distributed worldwide.

Thus, Bagno Sasso always strives to create a custom-made bathroom for its customers, and to advise its customers on topics, such as products, material selection and colours. In order to ensure that the products also genuinely originate from a single source, unique wall coverings and floor coverings, available in natural stone and ceramic, enrich the assortment. Even the use of leather is possible in the bathrooms.

Wallpaper Designs

Marcel Wanders is a Dutch designer that is a leading light of the international design world.


Marcel Wanders’ fame started with his iconic Knotted Chair, which he produced for Droog Design in 1996. He is now ubiquitous, designing for the biggest European contemporary design manufacturers like B&B Italia, Bisazza, Poliform, Moroso, Flos, Boffi, Cappellini, Droog Design and Moooi of which he is also art director and co-owner.



Couture: designed by Marcel Wander exclusively for Graham & Brown is a collection of eight striking wallpaper designs, each pattern in the Couture range is named after a glamorous woman or man with an inspirational name; Suzanne, Alice, Grace, Kelly, Audrey, Isabella, Stella, and Henry



The color palette of the Couture range features a strong mix of bold colorways and more subtle shades from vivid oranges and vibrant reds to rick golds and chocolate tones.



Graham and Brown have been creating innovative and fashionable wall coverings for over 60 years. All wall covering products are made in Blackburn, England. Their unique and archival styles allow for innovative decorating in the home or office. The Graham & Brown story is one of great guts & determination and impressive vision- built from the bare bones of a single printing machine and the dreams of two men, Harold Graham and Henry Brown, to create a long lasting legacy for their families and for the industry. Graham & Brown has a reputation as one of the leading wallcovering brands around the world.via Burke Decor

Dramatic Kitchen Islands

Cutting-edge kitchen island designs demand creativity - fittingly, and so do your clients. As a contemporary designer, you want to make a dramatic impression while creating innovative solutions to your kitchen design dilemmas. As an architect, kitchen islands become aesthetic centerpieces for the space. Modern innovations in kitchen appliances and materials mean your only limit these days is your own imagination. Here are our top picks of the latest, most innovative, tech-savvy, unusual and amazing island designs that are sure to inspire you. Enjoy the pictures and ideas!

Corian and Missoni

“Corian loves Missoni”. Corian, by DuPont, offers the kind of versatility that lends itself perfectly to enhancing the unique Missoni sense of style. The solid surfaces of Corian are used to create a vision that ranges from the most delicate, elegant cut-out patterns to the boldest, most beautiful of stripes, to items of absolute simplicity in the purest of whites. Together, Corian and Missoni present collections running with breathless exuberance through kitchen, bath, living and dining areas... Corian’s special qualities lend it to applications that only imagination limits: the hardwearing, bright and flexible material expresses an ethos of modern living that is perfectly partnered with Missoni. Simple, rational designs for living show off the stunning colour combinations and distinctive flair of Missoni - now so perfectly captured in Corian!




Images are courtesy of DuPont.

Redefined Luxury

The refined luxury of Robern cabinets, mirrors and lights brings cultivated beauty and intrinsic technology to the bathroom-with night lights, concealed outlets and more, as shown in the new uplift cabinets.

Beautiful designs with Luxury, Style and Sophistication.

Sasso Basin

Pragmatically speaking—and perhaps with the exception of cost—there’s nothing to stop you from installing Ammonit in your very own bathroom. The piece is bound to transform your morning wash from a mundane experience into a fascinating encounter with natural forms. My only inquiry (relying on the long-standing notion that, in the Southern Hemisphere, water rotates down the drain in the opposite direction)

The piece shines for the way it embraces the asynchrony of organic forms, a bold move that’s somewhat unprecedented in a washbasin (with the possible exception of the politically-laden Erosion Sink). The choice also makes Ammonit quite a commitment since the swirling design claims large pieces of real estate, perhaps leaving less counter space than one is accustomed to. But this is really a small caveat: the basin requires a width of 25 inches and the vanity ranges in length from three to nine feet.

Designer Closets

Spazzi has outdone itself yet again with these stunning decorative closet doors. Spice up the style in your bedroom with these decorative wall closets featuring replaceable panels, which can be switched up to suit your mood. Available in a blooming range of flower and leaf motifs executed in vibrant colors, these cool closet doors will bring life to an otherwise bland bedroom. These European home essentials are created by Spanish company Spazzi, which has just made its celebrated products available in the US, specifically distributed by DCS. These stylish wall closets are a must for the lover of fashion – for the runway and for the home – offering the versatility and style of Europe, and bringing a bit of the high-end closer to home. For more info visit Spazzi.

Unusual/Custom Lamps

With a look that’s tailored by man and inspired by nature, the contemporary Tulip table lamp by Quasar adds an unusual focal point to any space. There’s no doubt this quirky lamp design will “illuminate” you to the world of the whimsical. Modern stainless steel bases don “flower-bud” shades. When closed, each lampshade appears as an illuminated sphere with a soft glow. Five “petals” forming the shade open with zippers, which are prominently displayed on the exterior of the lamps in a playful twist. These lamps work especially well in lounge spaces, living rooms and libraries where they’ll be a certain conversation piece, and come in coordinating table lamp and floor lamp designs. Check out these unusual lamps at Quasar.

Custom Made


... CAN IT BE MORE NARROW?...CAN IT BE WIDER?...CAN IT BE BIGGER?...CAN IT BE SMALLER?...IS THERE A POSSIBILITY TO GET IT IN SILVER?...GOLD?...ALSO STAINLESS STEEL?...BRONZE?...BRASS?...CAN YOU HANG IT ON A WIRE?...CAN YOU DELIVER IT?...AND PICK IT UP?...IS IT AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS COLOURS?...RED?...ARE YOU DOING THIS FOR A LONG TIME NOW?...DO YOU INVENT IT ALL YOURSELF?...CAN YOU SWITCH IT ON?...CAN YOU WITCH IT OFF?...

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