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Originality at Origin: Made not Manufactured

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   21 Comments
One of the most interesting aspects of the London Design Festival was the variety of shows included in the 9 day celebration. From the larger “bigger brand” shows like Decorex and 100% Design to the smaller venues like Origin that showcased the work of artists and artisans, there was inspiration everywhere.…
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Creative Collaboration: Poggenpohl & C.P. Hart

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   19 Comments
As I backtrack a bit here, our first BlogTour morning in London definitely started off on the right foot (yes, pun intended). A walk across the Millennium Bridge on a glorious morning offered a perfect introduction to British design. Sometimes a picture says it all.…
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The Charm of Print & Pattern at TENT London

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   27 Comments
One of the most popular booths at TENT London had to be Mini Moderns. Their cheerful range of wallpaper, textiles and home accessories just oozes with charm. The mix and match designs are a comfortable mix of retro and modern, giving them a universal appeal.…
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Temptation from TENT London: Eclectic Excellence

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   18 Comments
As I look back through my photos from TENT London, I am amazed to see the incredible assortment of eclectic excellence. Some companies showed impressive uses of technological advancements. I loved Ditto, a revolutionary new 3D modular product from Danish company 3form.…
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Creative Collaboration: Samuel Heath & Victoria + Albert

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   24 Comments
Two of our BlogTour sponsors have already realized the advantages of creative collaboration. Samuel Heath and Victoria + Albert are both British brands based in the Midlands. They had attended many of the same trade shows but it was when they each settled into their beautiful showrooms at the fabulous Chelsea Harbour Design Centre, that they recognized their compatibility and now show each other’s wares in their respective spaces.…
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The Future of Art as Seen at the V&A

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   19 Comments
One of the most popular London Design Festival-sponsored installations at the Victoria and Albert is “Textile Field” by the French Bouroullec brothers, Ronan and Erwan. Created in collaboration with Kvadrat, the forward thinking Danish textile company, this seemingly simple concept is brilliant.…
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Brimfield Bounty

Posted on September 11, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   19 Comments
I had heard about the fabulous antiques venue at Brimfield for years and last week, for the first time, was able to experience it myself. Cynthia Bogart of The Daily Basics and Gretchen Aubuchon of Gretchen Aubuchon Design (below) organized, for the second time, a marvelous event for bloggers and designers at the fair.…
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London Calling

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   27 Comments
I have been waiting to tell you a very exciting development and now that all seems to be in place, I am thrilled to announce that I will be participating in BlogTour 2011 in London next month. Modenus, the expansive online design resource and MMPI, the producers of the Architectural Digest Home Design Show and MyDeco.com…
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Wednesday Wine

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   9 Comments
Lucky Terry is reporting to us from Saratoga this week where she is checking out the racing scene as well as eating and drinking at some fabulous establishments. The famous horse family, The Whitneys, had a summer cottage called the Lodge on Nelson Avenue in Saratoga. …
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Wednesday Wine

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   13 Comments
How perfect that we are discussing the winery at Quintessa today. It represents owners Valeria and Augstin Huneeus’ dream of creating the quintessential wine estate – obviously a concept I can embrace. They are old friends of Terry, so I will let her tell you a bit more.…
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