Vibrant and juicy, this cheerful orange, might be the perfect antidote for the blues–the brain kind AND the decor kind. It was picked for its ‘element of encouragement,’ something we could all use as we start the new year.
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Among all of the celebrity homes that have hit the market lately, few stand out as a historic gem. This one in Connecticut, however, is definitely worth a look. The Cotton Tavern sits on 40 acres of what is commonly referred to as the Quiet Corner of Connecticut, where the population is surprisingly low. The Federal-style house was built around 1770, and has been added onto over time whenever the residing family needed more space. Owner Renee Zellweger recently put the house on the market for $1.5 million.
A very careful restoration
The list of renovations done on this house are impressive. There are the usual things you would expect, such as an extensive overhaul of the plumbing and electrical systems, as well as the addition of a heating and air conditioning system.
The problem with rugs is that they seem to fall solidly into two camps: either you go with the tried and true oriental rug or you opt for something more contemporary. Oriental rugs can feel a little staid, safe and boring while contemporary rugs seem to date faster than a carton of milk. So where do you turn if you want something that feels modern and contemporary but with a little history behind it?
We suggest the Beni Ouarain rug.
Beni Ouarain rugs have been all over the place in the interior design world in recent years. Most likely, its because the simple black and white design can work in almost any interior, no matter how traditional or how mod. These carpets are woven by a nomadic Moroccan tribe (known as Beni Ouarain) which has been producing them for hundreds of years. The classic Beni Ouarain has a network of diamonds made up of relatively fine black lines.
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — Case goods manufacturer Crawford Furniture has shut down its plant here, according to a report in local newspaper The Post-Journal.
The report said the closure took place Dec. 31 and resulted in the layoff of 84 workers.
According to its website, the 128-year-old company, which had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August, produced solid wood furniture of black cherry, maple, ash and oak at the plant.
Crawford also had five retail locations in the Jamestown area, but announced in October that it was closing those stores to focus on the manufacturing side of its business. At the time of the store closings, the company said it continued to sell to about 200 furniture retailers in the U.S.
Attempts to contact Crawford Furniture officials were unsuccessful and a voice mailbox at the company’s Jamestown headquarters was full. <
Hello, brand new year! After a great holiday season, I am fresh, recharged and ready to get back into work-mode. Fresh ideas brewing for exciting projects on the horizonBring it on 2012!!
How was your NYE? Wish you a FABULOUS year ahead. xo