Monthly Archives: July 2010

Designer Shops: End and Side Tables

By Decorati | Published: July 31, 2010

Placed succinctly at the end of the couch or beside a bed, these petite tables can hold their own as compact bursts of style. Ecru Walnut End Tables from the Designer Shop of Tamara Magel Home Totally sleek and modern, we love this Walnut Two Shelf Side Table, especially with the way the designer has paired [...]

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Musical Chairs: Pianos are the “key” accessory

By Decorati | Published: July 30, 2010

Designer: Lisa Pak Design, LLC Probably the first thought that comes to mind when we hear about a piano is “instrument”, rather than “furniture”.  However, pianos are truly versatile.  For the interior designer, pianos do not only make pleasing music for the ears,  but they also can be a graceful and splendid aesthetic addition to any [...]

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Designer Shops: Pairs of Chairs

By Decorati | Published: July 30, 2010

Because two is better than one.  Here are a few pairs of chairs from our Designer Shops that are sure to keep one another company at all times and inspire conversation in their other halves.  Pair them around a centerpiece, tilt them gently toward one another, or break them up across a room. Elkins Chair- Whitewashed [...]

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WHY Mohair?

By Decorati | Published: July 29, 2010

Often associated with European royalty, velvet is still very relevant to today’s interior design community. The beautiful sheen, plush hand and rich luxury are timeless. While velvet maybe made of various fibers such as silk or cotton, mohair velvet in particular is great for upholstery. Mohair is the fleece of the Angora goat and while [...]

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The Softer Side of Modern Baths

By Decorati | Published: July 29, 2010

Designer: Shon Parker Where else would the clean modern look work best but in the bathroom?  Our bathroom is a place of refreshing in the morning, where the rays of warm sunlight pour in and wake us up to a new day in modern life.  These spaces, while modern, are still somewhat subdued, often by the [...]

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Against the Grain – Bentwood Furniture

By Decorati | Published: July 29, 2010

Wood can be bent into a vast range of configurations, making it a graceful and economical choice for many different styles. Against the Grain: Bentwood Furniture from the Collection of Fern and Manfred Steinfeld is collection of historic bentwood furniture at the Art Institute of Chicago includes great design ideas and styles to look for when [...]

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Under the Hood

By Decorati | Published: July 27, 2010

Designer: Cooper Kitchens What’s covering your stove?  These kitchens by designers from our Designer Portfolios prove that hoods, completely functional and practical units in our kitchens, can have aesthetic value and be carefully chosen to disappear or stand out, depending on the overall feeling the designers want to achieve.

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Maxing Out the Corners

By Decorati | Published: July 27, 2010

Maximizing space and storage is the biggest challenge when tackling a closet renovation project, especially in the corners.  Here are several options to consider for these tricky corners during the design process.

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Featured Designers

By Decorati | Published: July 27, 2010

Check out this week’s featured designers: Kippie Leland Ann Egan DM Designs Studio G Interiors, Inc. To be considered for editorial coverage, please email our Editorial Team at access@decorati.com.

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Paris to New York: Coffinier Ku Design

By Decorati | Published: July 27, 2010

Keep reading to learn how  Coffinier Ku Design combines French taste with New York style to create memorable, timeless spaces uniquely perfected for each and every client. How did you become interested in interior design?  Who were your mentors in the early days? Etienne recently found a letter that he wrote when he was 6 years [...]

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