Mini-shelters dwell in style
Prefab spaces an affordable option
As empty nesters and retirees find themselves with time to indulge interests long postponed, a space in which to explore one's passions becomes paramount. Luckily, an emerging design trend provides several stylish solutions. Full Story
Artist relishes variety of painting techniques
EYE FOR DESIGN
For a petite woman, Southwest Florida watercolorist Christine Reichow certainly creates a large volume of work. She and husband Dick have filled their home with all the furnishings of a thriving operation. Her framed watercolors decorate the walls. Full Story
Robb & Stucky refurbishes South Seas Resort units
Robb & Stucky Interiors has recently completed the installation of 26 units for one of Hilton Grand Vacations Company's vacation ownership resorts at South Seas Resort on Captiva Island. Michelle Taylor Perry, ASID, and Jan Walker directed the redesign for Plantation Beach Club Phase II, giving the two-bedroom, two-bath units a new, soothing tropical appearance. Full Story
December Calendar of Events
Refresh your home's décor with tips from the professional interior design team at Robb & Stucky Interiors. Robb & Stucky designers host a variety of complimentary seminars throughout the month, covering design techniques, introductions to the latest trends and guidelines for home accessorizing. Full Story
Gora/McGahey's Buschle to speak at landscape conference
Ken Buschle, head of quality control and specifications for Gora/McGahey Associates in Architecture, has been selected to speak at the 2009 Florida American Society of Landscape Architects conference. Mr. Buschle, a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design accredited professional, will discuss the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED green building rating system. Full Story
Paul Frankl led modern-style furniture era
Modern-style furniture was first designed in the 1920s but did not become "mainstream" until the 1950s. Paul Frankl, one of the famous modern designers, was born in Vienna in 1886, moved to New York in 1914 and later to Los Angeles. He was an architect, painter and designer of furniture and other household goods. Full Story
Accessories complete the setting for model homes
If — as the saying goes — clothes make the man (or woman), accessories make the home, putting the finishing touch on the décor. "The home without accessories is like a man with a suit but no tie, no belt and no shoes. And the wrong choice can ruin the look, like pairing flip-flops with a suit," said Debbie DeMaria, president of Vogue Interiors. Full Story
IDC showrooms auction trees
The International Design Center will host a "Home for the Holidays" event beginning Friday, Nov. 28, and running through Saturday, Dec. 13. Each showroom within the International Design Center, including California Closets, will have the opportunity to decorate its own tree, wreath or tabletop decoration to auction off to the highest bidder. Full Story
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