"Horse hair furniture is a bit of a misnomer, since the high-end upholstery industry has almost uniformly replaced the actual horse hair used to pad furniture with a nylon synthetic 'hair' that outlasts its namesake" explains Joe Calagna, the 3rd generation upholstery master who … Continue Reading ››
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Enduring Style
Jonn Boone's St. Thomas Sofa
When I hear someone say "everything old is new again", skepticism takes hold as I imagine someone trying to sell a truckload of VHS tapes recorded with instructions on how to dance the "Lambada". You see, for this humble design professional, nothing that's old … Continue Reading ››
Lebanese Ladies
Bokja ~ Grandpa's Ears Armchair
New York City is a never-ending source of design marvel, and yesterday I wandered into a small showroom in the Flatiron where I had one of those "aha" moments that even this (slightly) jaded city dweller loves. Mondo Collections on 22nd street off 5th avenue has an interesting collection of furniture and lighting … Continue Reading ››
Southern Gentleman
John Lyle Design's "Marc" Console
John Lyle Design, MARC CONSOLE SHAGREEN WITH BONE TRIM 29.5H X 39.5W X 20D
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Back in the spring of 1979 as a … Continue Reading ››