I’m back from Maison et Objet – with lots of photos to share and a whopper of a cold that has laid me out flat since I returned on Tuesday evening! So, I thought I’d share my travel pics first and then will delve into the show as soon as I get myself organized and … Read more
Hello! Got here in one piece and am really enjoying all this show has to offer. Including this courtesy computer, since I’m experiencing unexpected problems getting my laptop connected to the internet! So, unless I can resolve this issue, I’ll be posting photos of the show next week when I return. I promise you, it … Read more
Musee d’Orsay Tour Eiffel Bateaux-Mouches I’m heading off today to the most amazing city in the world! I’ll be blogging from Maison et Objet, plus some other pretty cool places! So, stay tuned!! Photography by Linda Merrill, 2003
As I wrote previously, I was asked to be a guest on the Living Today program on Martha Stewart Living Radio on the Sirius Satellite Network. I was on last Monday, January 14th, and spoke with host Kerry Nolan about how one goes about a successful redecoration or renovation plan – from dream to reality. … Read more
There are lots of interesting videos and interviews on the Masion et Objet website. Click here to view video interviews with furniture designer Pierre Paulin and interior and product designer Kelly Hoppen. Mr. Paulin has designed some iconic modern furnishings, such as these, as seen on ArchiTonic.Kelly Hoppen was named Creator of the Year by … Read more
Last weeks’ presentation of “Persuasion” on WGBH/PBS’ Masterpiece ended with our heroine Anne Elliot taking off on an improbable run through the streets of Bath, England, in search of the man she loves. Improbable because a lady of that time would never have acted so inappropriately – running in public after a man, without her … Read more
The color of love, power and glamour – whether in fashion or in furnishings – now has an objective more precious than any aesthetic value. Red is the color to endorse heart-health awareness and February is the month to do just that. Log on to www.TraditionalHome.com through Feb. 29 for a “red” auction to benefit … Read more
How fabu is this ribbon quilt at Brocade Home? I feel the need – to shop! And these: This blue spread isn’t my color – but it’s pretty luscious! I do love the crispness of these green and white designs, don’t you?
Feeling like spring is a long way off? Check out these cute tulip and trees from Wallcandy Arts – perfect for a quick pick-me-up when the winter doldrums get you down. And, if you change your mind? Just peel ’em right off!
I am just mesmerized by all the beautiful tassels and trims from Robbie Spina and Joe Zito of Spina in London. Each is more fantastic than the last. From tassels to beaded curtains (definitely NOT of the Greg Brady variety) to pillows to light fixtures – they have it all. Over to the top, yet … Read more
How cute are these paintings by Jennifer Mercede, available at Oopsy Daisy? Can’t you just imagine the colorful rooms you could design around these pieces? A true magic kingdom!
Bravo is holding a series of open casting calls in the following cities. Click here for more information and good luck! If you attend any of these events or apply for the show, please let us know about your experience! January 26th : 200810:00am – 2:00pmSAN FRANCISCOThe Art Institute of California – San Francisco1170 Market … Read more
After reading my post yesterday on Regency Style, my friend Tricia Mitchell, owner of Avolli Scandinavian Antique Furnishings sent me this very interesting information about furnishings in Sweden and Denmark during this same period. Thanks Tricia! I thought you might enjoy knowing that the Scandinavian countries were also actively creating furniture during this time known … Read more
1/14/08 – 1/20/08: IMM Cologne, Germany1/16/08 – 1/22/08 : Dallas Total Home & Gift Market 1/17/08 – 1/23/08 : Chicago Living & Giving Market1/19/08 – 1/20/08: Greater Boston Antiques Show1/25/08 – 1/27/08: Boston Home Show1/25/08 – 1/29/08: Maison et Objet, France1/25/08 – 1/29/08: Minneapolis Gift Show1/25/08 – 1/29/08: Kansas City Gift Show1/28/08 – 2/ 1/08: … Read more
Click here for a sneak peek of some final interiors shots of the This Old House Newton Project home, currently airing on PBS. Photo by Linda Merrill for Heller Furniture.
Gradon of DesignBoston has compiled a fantastic list of scholarship opportunities for students of interior design. Education is very important in this field – and not only for fully accredited interior designers. Decorators and furniture sales people also benefit from being educated in all the varied aspects of the field, from color theory to history … Read more