These Bloch Design fireplaces would be a total showstopper in the right contemporary setting. I’m in love with the look of a few of them. I have to admit though, I get a not so good paranoid image of the possibilities…
My imagination leads me to see myself crashing my shin into the glass hearth [...]

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It’s hard to find Christmas decor that’s modern without going too kitschy or retro. I know because every year I go on a mad search and end up finding one or two new items to add to my collection. This year I’m lovin’ a “Mod Op Art Wreath” by Kenneth Wingard.

Or How ’bout this “Sign [...]

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It’s hard to impress designers sometimes…we have this automatic critique mechanism that goes into effect upon entering any new experience. And there’s nothing easier to critique than a restaurant. In fact, I’m writing this entry because I realized a coupla weeks ago after dropping over $150 (a lot for a couple dining in li’l ol’ [...]

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Thomas O’Brien designed some beautiful barware for Reed and Barton. A lot o fit is very bar-classic…kind of a silver screen look where the men are always in suits in the office and the first words out of their mouths after the handshake are “Care for a drink?” This particular decanter, although it has a [...]

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I met with Jimmy Chao of Duo International last week in Taipei. We had a wonderful dinner at Shintori. He was excited about selling Teasticks in Taiwan and made a beautiful page with some very tasteful photography!

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