South of Market

9/21/2010

Rustic Chic

Submitted by Caitlin on Tue, 09/21/2010 - 10:37am

There’s something whimsical about the overgrown, well-worn and the worn down -- something slow, sleepy and dreamlike. This rustic (chic!) look is always closely tied to nature, often hosting a variety of texture (think of the materials used in the image above: rope, wood, fabric, paper and stone). The mix of hard and soft elements creates the perfect balance (it’s true, opposites really do attract!). And, oh, how we love the sleeping porch with its old, campy feel. Wouldn’t you love to spend an afternoon reading on one of the cushy cots? Get the look without blowing the budget and see our picks below!

9/17/2010

The Hartman House

Submitted by Caitlin on Fri, 09/17/2010 - 10:03am

We’ve been excited each time an image of the Hartman house has been spotted on a design blog and lately, it seems there have been quite a few sightings (A Perfect Gray, My Notting Hill and The Urban Farmhouse to start)! Even though the project was completed in early 2007, it is still one of our favorites – in fact, we used a photo of the dark, moody dining room in a recent post! Inspired by Belgian style and design hero, Axel Vervoordt, we love this house for its sophisticated but easy-going attitude and total livability.

*Images as featured in House Beautiful.

9/14/2010

All the Beautiful Things...

Submitted by Caitlin on Tue, 09/14/2010 - 9:10am

I am simply looking for beauty, whatever that is -- it's nothing that can be explained -- only felt. If I find it in a simple bowl, or a wandering line of pots, good. I am grateful. (Unknown)

Wishing you only beautiful things today!

9/10/2010

Multi-Colorful

Submitted by Caitlin on Fri, 09/10/2010 - 10:41am

If you've made your way into our Atlanta store recently, then you know we're in the middle of a color phase. Yes; we always love to integrate bright, saturated hues to our natural color schemes but right now we're falling for the mix (just refer to our new shipment post and the can't-be-missed vignette photographed from the front door). Perhaps we sought inspiration for this particular look while in France (along with another color combination we never thought we'd take a liking to) but we're beginning to see it everywhere. Any shade is fair game and contrast is welcomed to acheive a real "pop" -ing effect. We love it!

Primaries above and the in-betweens below; each sends its own vibe but the effect is the same...

Images via Coté Sud and Elle Decor.

9/7/2010

We Heart Jules

Submitted by Caitlin on Tue, 09/07/2010 - 9:33am

We love Jules for oh so many reasons. This slipcovered (easy to clean) "dining" chair on casters (easy to move) is the most versatile piece of upholstery on our showroom floor. Available with or without arms, Jules is a chair that never loses its functionality because it can be used and reused in a multitude of scenarios. We've laid out 5 examples to start, but the possibilities are practically endless:

9/3/2010

Back to School

Submitted by Caitlin on Fri, 09/03/2010 - 11:05am

It's that time again! Another school year has just begun and something about getting the kids organized (or watching, for those of us whose children are grown and those who have not yet taken the dive into parenthood) that motivates us to do the same for ourselves. Maybe we're the only ones who feel this way and maybe it's because of our affection for pretty home and office supplies, but it's this time of year that always feels like an opportunity for a fresh start. So of course, we had to make our own back to school list, and it covers alllllll the subjects...

P.S. You might notice that almost everything on that list is from CB2. It's no mistake; we have been on a CB2 streak every since the Atlanta store opened in Midtown!

*Top left image, Coté Sud; Burberry tote, Felissimo 500 Colored Pencils, CB2

8/31/2010

Hello RUE, Here's to You!

Submitted by Caitlin on Tue, 08/31/2010 - 11:06am

We're counting down the days until September 16th, when some of our our favorite bloggers will be launching a new online shelter magazine. Rue is the collaborative effort of Caitlin Flemming (Sacramento Street), Alaina Kaczmarski (Live Creating Yourself) and its co- founders, Crystal Gentilello (Plush Palate) and Anne Sage (The City Sage). Everyone has been abuzz and for good reason -- the content includes projects by acclaimed interior designers and are photographed by some of the best in the business (resumés include work for House Beautiful, Town & Country and Domino, to name a few). Add that to the talents of four bloggers, each with her own devoted following of readers and accolades both on the internet and in good old print. That's a pretty solid team, don't you think? This highly anticipated online publication is bound to be nothing less than fabulous and the sneak peak photos (below) reaffirm our predictions!

Last week, CasaSugar posted their exclusive interview with editor in chief, Crystal Gentilello (to read, click here). Fallon from A Lovely Being also shared her interview with both Crystal and Alaina Kaczmarski (to read, click here); both are worth checking out! And don't forget to read the premiere issue on 9/16 at www.ruemag.com!

8/27/2010

Lakeside Living

Submitted by Caitlin on Fri, 08/27/2010 - 12:09pm

With Labor Day weekend just a week away (and, rather appropriately, as Kay and Dixie hit the road this morning for an installation on Lake Rabun) we knew we had to squeeze in a post dedicated to lakeside living and mountain retreats. Not to mention, how could we let the season come to a close without addressing such a pervasive summertime tradition (and I know this certainly holds true for many Atlanta families!). Just like the beach - the lake, the mountains and all otherwise wide open spaces are our symbols of summer. But if you aren't in the mood to "rough it" in a predictably theme-y, uninspiring cabin all summer long (and I say that carefully -- because there is a time and place for everything) why not do it all up the way you like it? Bobby McAlpine, Mimi Williams and Murdock Young Architects (images below in that order) show us lake, mountain and country homes -- with a twist.

Above & below: McAlpine Booth & Ferrier

Above: Mimi Williams. Photos via Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles.

Below: Murdock Young Architects.

8/24/2010

Trend: Pattern

Submitted by Caitlin on Tue, 08/24/2010 - 10:00am

It's everywhere we look: big, bright, bold pattern. And we mean everywhere, from walls to floors to celiings to soft goods, accessories and everything in between. We're particularly drawn to the geometric and more graphic prints that stick to a simple color scheme and a short repetition. There's just something so cheery and intriguing (even whimsical?) about a room papered in a jungle of green leaves, like the photo from Nate Berkus' Milan apartment shown below... or any of the others we pulled that seem to have that same effect on us...

(Alright - so no color in either of the spaces shown above but we just can't pass on grey and white when it's done right!)

You'll find no shortage of color and pattern in stores right now and we're loving it! A few of our patterned picks below (the pink and orange Madeline Weinrib rug is kind of to die for, don't you think?!).

Images via Elle Decor, Cote Sud, Lonny and Domino.

8/20/2010

Fine Dining

Submitted by Caitlin on Fri, 08/20/2010 - 9:48am

It's where we nourish ourselves and it's the room that calls family and friends together. Once we sit and scoot ourselves up to the table, all other matters are pushed aside and our attentions turn to those around us. It's the only place where time can stop, at least for a little while, for food and friends -- maybe that's why we all take such care in choosing the right pieces and decorating the dining room. Whatever stylistic approach you might take, the goal is to create a sense of atmosphere. Here are three dining rooms with three different looks, beginning with Kay's very Belgian-inspired dining room: