I’ve loved  Schoolhouse Electric  for awhile and now I’m completely obsessed with their expanded line of furniture, home accessories and hardware. Take a peak at their virtual catalog here. I think the furniture and styling is beautiful and inspiring:

I love the pops of color and vintage feel. I’m obsessed with this kitchen (I want to paint our cherry cabinets so badly!!). I love the hardware along with the touch of blue from the steel utility stool. The dresser and chair in the room below are so beautiful, the whole room feels warm and cheerful and who doesn’t love an Edison bulb ?

Take a peak at their website and hopefully you’re as impressed as I am!

xo

Adrienne

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www.schoolhouseelectric.com

While this crib could completely freak out your little one (would they feel like they’re constantly on the verge of falling out? or maybe even more problematic and most likely what my little guy would do, not understand that they’re actually enclosed and try to make a crawl for it in a hasty escape to the nearest electrical outlet) you have to admit it’s pretty inventive. I’ve never seen a crib like it and after looking at way more nursery furniture than one could possibly want, that’s saying a lot.

So what will this trendy, lucite, ludicrous baby bed set you back… a cool $3000. I think Oliver is going to have to be content with his Target crib.

- Adrienne

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Price: $3000

Purchase: www.2modern.com

Update: Just read that Beyonce got this crib for Baby Blue (or whatever her name is). Why does this not surprise me at all! ha

I have to thank my friend Lisa for passing along a short but interesting WSJ interview with the 79 year old Rosita Missoni. Not surprisingly, Rosita seems like a very sharp lady and I loved her insight on decorating, which included the following nugget.

“If you’re going to invest in one big piece for the home, it should be an extremely comfortable, well designed couch; a huge mirror, or a funny-shaped colorful rug to light up a forgotten corner.”

Of course, this got me thinking about the pieces in my home. I’ve finally nailed down the perfect couch (at least for now). It’s the Mitchell Gold Alex sectional upholstered in a luxurious, espresso velvet. The cushions are soft but still have structure and the couch isn’t too deep, which is important considering Joe and I aren’t the tallest people in the world.

Big mirror, check. Awhile back we got one from Restoration Hardware. It’s been a great purchase although if I wanted something a bit more unusual I’d probably get the Grayson Mirror from Oly Studio (pictured above).

Lastly, a “funny-shaped colorful rug”. I’ll admit I’m not super big on oddly shaped rugs but I’ve had my eye on the “Diagonal Bead Blue” rug from The Rug Company. The grey blue color is made of silk while the white dots are wool, which makes the entire rug sumptuous and simply stunning.

Following Rosita’s words of wisdom, which dream pieces would you invest in?

- Adrienne

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Interview with Rosita Missoni: WSJ.com

For example I’m loving their “chakkis” (in full disclosure I have one on the way. I’ll let you know how it looks when it arrives). Their “poufs” are so fun and a great addition to any kids nursery or play room while their furniture pieces feature classic lines that ground almost any bold accessory.

I actually think one of Serena & Lily’s strong points is their Bazaar. You have to hop on these items quickly, but I love the uniqueness of their finds. Stay tuned as the next Bazaar starts on March 25th and you don’t want to miss out!

So if you’re into this bohemian trend, take a peak and maybe you’ll find a fabulous addition for your room!

- Adrienne

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Price:

Chakki $450

Pouf $395

Purchase:

www.serenaandlily.com

We came across Timothy Oulton while in ABC Home (yes, yes I know this is turning into ABC Home week but the place is so huge we could probably devote a whole blog to it). When Joe saw this designer I could see he instantly wished we had a man’s room in the house and he actually started verbally renovating our new home in order to accommodate a poker room filled with this furniture. Stay tuned I wouldn’t be surprised if this becomes a reality.

Anyway, on to Timothy Oulton. The brand does exude a brandy drinking, poker playing persona. Much to my initial embarrassment, Joe loudly remarked that most of the stuff looked like a cooler version of Restoration Hardware to which the fabulously androgynous sales rep whispered “we actually manufacture for them”. Joe, I stand corrected very good observation.

The prices weren’t offensive (although I guess that depends on what you consider offensive).  A club chair I saw ran about $1700, which is comparable to RH.

I think this is a great brand to turn to when looking for masculine furniture options or if you like RH but want something with a little more edge!

- Adrienne

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Price: comparable to Restoration Hardware

Purchase: ABC Home or look on their website to find a retailer in your area

Admittedly, we just stopped in here for drinks. Actually, Joe went first while I looked at pillows on ABC’s first floor. He came back holding an ice-cold beer and while I think he was breaking numerous rules while drinking his way through the store, the pilsner made him much more patient during my shopping escapade so I decided to turn a blind eye.

We went back to the restaurant when he needed a refill and for once I was thrilled that he pushed for another drink because I loved the decor! The look goes along with their whole organic farm to table concept, which is everywhere right now. But I loved the pure white textured walls, along with the reclaimed wood beams, antique mirrors, raw wood tables and exposed brick. The overall effect was inviting and warm while remaining modern.

Looking around at the plates of the brunch crowd, the food looked delicious and we plan to actually eat next time we’re back although I will say my two blood orange Bellini’s were excellent. An added perk was running into Meg Ryan and her daughter along with some mystery man having a quiet brunch together. Love her (plastic surgery and all!)

- Adrienne

Get the “Modern Organic” look:

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Price:

Coffee table $3500

Roost pendants $143

Set of 2 vintage industrial chairs $1300

Purchase:

www.GetBackInc.com

www.velocityartanddesign.com

That being said, I’m really liking these more contemporary options above. From left to right the chairs are from Jennifer Delonge (check out her site she has some beautiful pieces!), Urban Outfitters and Oilo. Ebay has also been a great resource for mid-century rockers but of course today I haven’t found anything to post!

So if any of you are in the same position and looking for nursery decor, hopefully these are some helpful options! Have a great weekend everyone!

- Adrienne

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Price (from left to right): start at $1000, $288, $1300

Purchase:

www.jenniferdelonge.com

www.urbanoutfitters.com

www.oilostudio.com

Update: I also came across this glider from Serena & Lily that I think is very cute. It’s not as modern as some of the other ones, but I like its simplicity and the variety of custom fabric options.

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I was sourcing furniture for a project yesterday when I came across the store Get Back Inc. and am so thrilled I found it. They specialize in finding and restoring unique industrial designs and transforming the pieces into “functional and exciting furniture”.

I just love how unusual the pieces are . Any one of them would make a great accent in a room and while it would be easier to incorporate the bookshelves or chairs, the dining table on the bottom right with the swivel chairs would make an amazing statement in a large loft space!

- Adrienne

This is just a small thing, but I love these little side tables from Horchow. I came across them this morning and think they would make a fabulous accent in any room. They are formal without being stuffy. My favorite is the ‘straw’ color (white and straw are pictured above) but they also come in brown, buff and celadon!

- Adrienne

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Price: $399

Purchase: www.horchow.com

As some of you may know from my “Summer has Arrived” post, I’ve been on the hunt for reasonably priced outdoor furniture options. Despite my preference of the modern wicker look, when it came to our lounge chairs price won out over trend. In order to keep cost down I decided to go cheap on the chair and spend a bit more on the cushions. Usually, I’m a proponent of splurging on the furniture and saving on accessories, but with outdoor loungers I think a comfortable cushion is most important. It’s like a couch, you want the frame to hold up, but need the cushions to be comfortable and ascetically pleasing.  

So, after much searching, I ended up purchasing two APPLARO lounge chairs from Ikea for $129 each, which is much cheaper than say the West Elm equivalent priced at $349. The quality of the chairs is surprisingly good and they were super easy to assemble (you just have to put the legs on). The only thing some of you might not like is the back bar that allows you to adjust the angle of the chair is metal not wood. Personally this doesn’t bother me, I just wanted to provide full disclosure here!

I paired the chairs with cushions from West Elm that are $99 each (the Ikea ones are miserably thin and uncomfortable.) I then accessorized the cushions with the terry cloth cushion covers also from West Elm $49. This step wasn’t completely necessary, but I’m a sucker for terry cloth covers, they just scream boutique spa to me and I couldn’t resist. I also added one of their outdoor pillows for some color, but the chairs are super comfortable without the pillow.

The total cost of each chair including the cushion and cover was $277!! They look just as good as the more expensive options that come in around $500 on the low end! As soon as the whole deck revamp is finished I’ll provide pics. Until then, I think this combination of items makes for a great lounge option!

- Adrienne

A-Listers Need to Know:

Price:

APPLARO lounge chair, Ikea $129

White lounge cushion, West Elm $99

Terry cloth seat cover, West Elm $49

Purchase:

www.ikea.com

www.westelm.com