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Showing posts with label stray dog. Show all posts

4.29.2014

Big News - at The Blvd. Interiors Marketplace

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Exciting news to share.  Lucy and Company and Blvd. in Greensboro, N. C are getting together!    My long-time friend, Charlotte designer Anne Taylor . . .

 " has created a unique space housing a collection of more than 30 established merchants, interior designers, and artists from across the state who specialize in products for home interiors.  Dedicated to great design in all of its forms and styles, Blvd is a new and easy way to discover a diverse selection of inspired ideas and merchandise all in one beautiful location in Downtown Greensboro.  Blvd is about finding inspiration in great design and beautiful things.  Come and visit their corner in downtown Greensboro, and you will be sure to find that special something that inspires you.

When you visit Blvd, you'll see that each individual space is a separate boutique.  Together they create a neighborhood of diverse styles and products from which to choose.  Whether you're looking for a piece of original art, fine linens, chandeliers, lamps, buffets, upholstery, bedside tables, pocketbooks - or a designer to put it all together for you - Blvd. Interiors Marketplace is your source. It's the perfect place to shop in if you need to pick up a quick and affordable hostess gift or if you want to locate an "investment piece" that you've been looking for."



Our space is designed and formulated from where I got my start and reminiscent of our signature look from our early days.  Colorful, whimsical, with just the right amount of punch.  I began designing  high end kid's rooms back in 1999 with a very recognizable look and feel (so I am told)  While, still designing and loving to do these fun and funky spaces -  15 years later I am more called upon for grown up spaces and bigger projects.  The look and feel of these fun and colorful spaces will always be my signature and filling a space with just that will not only remind me of my beginnings, but showcase the latest finds and colors.  

I have worked with Stray Dog Designs for as long as I can remember, and being able to offer cash and carry (as well as the ability to order a quick piece or two and have them shipped quickly and directly to your home) will give you that instant gratification of a quick purchase.  We will be offering lamps both table and floor, chandeliers, and their ever eye catching accessories.  For additional walk-away items, I have a collection of fun, splashy pillows Trina Turk style- perfect for the summer season, as well as affordable and easy flat weave rugs in smaller sizes for layering. 

All of these items for this season will be in a thought out, coordinated color palette of blues and greens, cool tones with a punch.  Keep paying the Blvd a visit and you will see the palette change with the seasons and with the introduction of new fabrics and new inventory.

Initially I am focusing on my love of navy, teal and kelly green.  The paper back drop is a brand new intro from one of my favorite vendors, (available at Lucy and Company) take a look . . . I created a design board for myself and love the overall look.


Maggie Yackel, my design assistant, and Bree Daberko, my coordinator extraordinaire  - two I have come to rely on endlessly, will be setting up, constantly shopping for and taking care of custom orders from the Blvd to your door.

Take a look at our new and splashy space at the Blvd Greensboro !







To make it even easier for you long distance clients, we are creating a pinterest page for the Blvd with pricing and available colors which can be ordered and shipped quickly !


Happy Shopping !













4.08.2014

Install of the Day !

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Jodie Pannell, fun client.  Always game and always willing to be surprised!  Jodie's home has come together over the years and continues to always get better and better.  This go around we tackled their bonus room.  You know the typical - big, full of toys, craft stuff and generally a big TV.  This space thought, had one more use - a dance space.  With two girls, both dancers, Jodie wanted a huge mirror and dance floor incorporated in the space, along with storage, crafts, TV watching and most of all clean and pretty.  Her pop color in this home - teal.  We installed it Friday - take a look !


This Ikea sofa saved us a ton of money and it's comfortable !  The bottom pulls out for extra sleeping.  Great for sleep overs.  

I chose the paint the entire space black and white so the chandelier popped.  The accent paper is just on one wall to add even more impact.  I love this clean and organized look.  Being such a mulit-purpose room with several "zones" the clutter is cut down and well organized !



The wall - o - mirror and rubber floor is perfect for these up and coming dancers !


Two huge black lacquer storage pieces cover one wall with the TV mounted over.  Lots of storage !






photos by Mekenzie France

 Always a job Jodie !!! I know you love a color coordinated house, now this space flows as well with the rest.







What's next Jodie ?