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designboston 2009-11-23 04:53:10
I had a chance to visit the Morson Collection for the first time since they relocated to Lincoln St, and I have to say, I’m impressed. It’s a beautiful new showroom. Two walls of windows really make all the beautiful, Italian-made furniture shine. I only had a few minutes to spend, so …


designboston 2009-11-16 18:18:32
Looking to get a start on your holiday shopping, but want to get something a little more special than what’s available at the big box stores? You’re in luck: The Design Salon, the group of Boston-based professional women designers, is hosting its 2nd annual holiday sale. Browse from a curated selection of …


designboston 2009-11-14 05:25:58
Christopher and I met up at South Station after work, then walked across the channel to get to the Point. “Get to the Point”, as it was named, was a party to celebrate the opening of a new studio shared by four local designers: Jill Rosenwald, Jennifer Hill of JHill Design, Jessica …


designboston 2009-11-08 06:17:46
Earlier today, I was in Harvard Square with Christopher and DesignKid. Christopher says, “Let’s go to Design Research.” I object, noting that D/R closed over 30 years ago. “Hm, you’ll see,” comments Christopher. We walk down to 48 Brattle St — lo and behold, there’s Design Research, in all its Mid-Century Modernist …


designboston 2009-10-20 15:36:35
Houston, TX-based modern home plan company Hometta is on tour, and they’ve just hit Boston. Currently showing at the Pickcomma Gallery, “Welcome Hometta” showcases the young company’s innovative approach to design delivery: Hometta is a web-based modern home plan company offering small, sustainable home designs from internationally recognized architecture and design studios. The …


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designboston 2009-10-08 02:55:00
This year, BoConcept is hosting a world-wide release party for their 2010 collection.  The celebration began in mid-August across the pond and will be celebrated right in our own backyard at the Cambridge location on the 22nd. I have to say that the 2010 collection has a different flavor than previous collections. …


designboston 2009-09-18 16:02:37
Cosmic Thing 2002 Earlier this week, I was priveledged to attend a preview of the lastest exhibit ‘Damian Ortega:  Do It Yourself ‘ at the Insitute of Contemporary Art. I have to say that there is something utterly fascinating about seeing a Volkswagon Beetle exploded in an all white space.  It feels like …


designboston 2009-09-18 15:10:42
Red Line (Close Up 1) by Ben Willis South End Open Studios is this weekend.  For all who are unfamiliar with Open Studios, it is an annual event that allows the public the opportunity to visit with South End artists in their workspaces and view/purchase their work.  Over 250 artists are featured …


designboston 2009-09-16 13:01:52
photos by Joyce Cadena-Hannon @ the Brimfield Antique Show Fall 2009 My husband Kevin and I went to the Brimfield Antique Show Sunday on a whim. Sometimes this is ok, but more often than not you get completely overwhelmed with the abundance of so much cool old stuff! For the most part we …


designboston 2009-09-16 13:01:52
@ theBrimfield Antique Show Fall 2009 My husband Kevin and I went to the Brimfield Antique Show Sunday on a whim. Sometimes this is ok, but more often than not you get completely overwhelmed with the abundance of so much cool old stuff! For the most part we did all right. We …


designboston 2009-09-13 23:53:51
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designboston 2009-08-05 19:09:12
Do you watch design shows thinking, “Wow, I could do that”? Well, now’s your chance. Sarah Lybrand works for Atlas Media Corp, a NY production company. She’s looking for “a designer or trendsetter in the design world to host a new web series for a major network. Talent has to be a …


designboston 2009-08-05 00:19:30
If you’ve received the latest Design Within Reach catalog in the mail you may have noticed a few new pieces:  DWR is now offering select designs by Frank Lloyd Wright. Fully licensed by the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection at DWR includes Wright’s Barrel Chair, a recliner, and …


designboston 2009-08-02 15:12:26
Are you an interior designer? Slaving away for the man, when you know you could be running the show? Before you take the reigns, you’ll need to build your skills at managing the business side of the firm, and Mount Ida College can help. Mount Ida College, in Newton, has introduced a …


designboston 2009-08-01 20:49:31
It’s been some time since I’ve written about Infusion Furniture, the local custom modern furniture company owned by Quentin Kelley. But, as social networking allows, I’ve kept up with with Quentin through Infusion Furniture’s Facebook Fan Page. After finding out that a high school friend is working with him, I asked Quentin …


designboston 2009-07-31 00:09:11
My experiences with Design Within Reach throughout the years can be described as curious at best (disclaimer:  I was employed at DWR from September 05 to Octber 06 and learned a great deal during my tenure).  I remember anxiously awaiting their catalogs in college, absorbing its content. Purchasing my first chair, …


designboston 2009-07-18 17:54:05
It’s no surprise that I’m in love with Gus Modern.  Their sofas feature amazing tailoring and refinement and their fabric choices are always smart.  Quality construction and a look that is quite versatile drawing inspiration from Florence Knoll and her contemporaries.  Not to mention that I’ve had the pleasure of working …


designboston 2009-07-15 22:30:50
My friend Lisa emailed me today with an interesting question: My boyfriend and I are moving into a heritage house right away. We’ve had a ridiculous amount of stuff restored to keep the character of the house all olde timey, which is all good for all the rooms except for one. The …


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