Showing posts with label Brunschwig. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Brunschwig. Show all posts

Thursday, May 24, 2012

BLOGFEST 2012-LAST DAY FIRST

Brunschwig & Fils Classic Archive Designs
I'm the kind of girl that would eat dessert before my dinner and that's what I'm going to do today. Share with you my favorite part of Blogfest 2012, which is difficult because the event was an incredible, fast-paced three days, filled with beautiful rooms, star speakers and fantastic bloggers in some of the most charming venues in the city. I heard the Kravet Studio tour was an amazing from people who has attended last year and I was excited to experience a behind-the-scenes tour of the Brunschwig, Lee Jofa and Kravet design and development studios. It was fascinating to visit each line's beautiful atelier, and see firsthand the process of designing and developing prints that are soon to be in the showrooms. All the creative teams were so gracious, answering our questions about the design process and sharing with us secret projects that will be out soon but can't be mentioned yet. Thank you Kravet for allowing us a sneak peek inside your design studios-what a magical and inspiring environment! 
This flame stitched rug is gorgeous. The process of design, development and finally to the showroom takes about 18 months.
A soon to be released pattern that I can't wait to use!
New Kravet prints for Anthropologie.  Kravet designs the prints that are used to upholster chairs and sofas for Anthropologie.
One of the design teams at Kravet. The atelier is bright and beautiful, the perfect environment to create. 
The new Kelly Wearstler line for Lee Jofa hangs on the walls. A more muted palette for designer, don't you think?
Lee Jofa still uses wood blocks to hand dye some of their fabrics.  The depth of color and detail is unbelievable.
One of the hand carved wood blocks still in use.
A Lee Jofa inspiration book
Kravet pin-up boards for merchandising showrooms. Rooms are constantly being edited and  changed based on the new lines being introduced.



Tuesday, April 12, 2011

SITTING PRETTY


I've always appreciated a smart little upholstered stool. Tucked under a console, the stool can be pulled out at a moments notice for extra seating.  Living in the city, I've always been aware of the space (or lack thereof) and look for clever ways to increase my seating when we have company.  I have a set of upholstered stools that were covered in a chic little H pattered fabric.  Last year a black Sharpie left its mark smack in the middle of one of the stools, and not to be upstaged, the other stool soon had a red (popsicle?) stain.  I loved the fabric but it was time for a change.  Brunschwig's "Les Touches" in brown was the perfect replacement.  Now I just have to figure out how to keep those Sharpies away!
 Before
And after!

Monday, January 17, 2011

SIGN OF THE TIMES

 Good Design is Forever. Let's hope the motto for Brunschwig & Fils, the venerable century-old fabrics and wall covering firm holds true. Sadly, the company filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy late last week. Rumors have home furnishings behemoth Kravet poised to rescue the beleaguered company, offering 6.5 M for the firm.  

I have always had a sweet spot for Brunschwig's fantastic prints. I used Bengali Toile, a gorgeous bird patterned print in red in my dining room when I was a newlywed. It's timeless pattern is as relevant today as it was nearly two decades ago.

Le Touche, the ultimate cheetah pattern is classic and so chic!

 I'm in the process of using the print on a bench for an entry hallway-so handsome!

 I have my sights on Zig Zag, the perfect print for a beach house living room.
Boho glamour-Dzhambul Suzani is a cool crewel


Enjoy your Monday!