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J. Peterman English Pub Signs

Posted Oct 12th 2008 4:01PM by Rigel Celeste
Filed under: Decor, Art

Whether you're looking for the perfect final touch for your home bar or simply love antiques and English history, these pub signs available from J. Peterman are truly unique specimens. Each authentic and hand-painted and many still in their original wood or metal frames, the collection includes subject matter going back to the time of Queen Victoria. Some signs represent subject matter commonly used by pubs over the years (such as the swan in this sign) while others are more unique, like the Wilton Arms sign shown here that honors the coat of arms belonging to the local lord. Prices vary from $495-$1895.

Gallery: J. Peterman English Pub Signs

Remodeling? Consider $1,000,000 Diamond Floor Tiles

Posted Oct 12th 2008 2:02PM by Rigel Celeste
Filed under: Decor

We've all heard stories when we were kids about far away kings and queens that were so rich they never went anywhere without having rose petals (or some other lavish item) sprinkled beneath their feet as they walked. But as much fun as it is to imagine living like that it's not something that really realistic, is it?

Pietra Firma thinks it is, and for the perfectly realistic (*cough*) price of just $1,000,000 per square meter they offer floor tiles not made of roses but instead each featuring over 1000 genuine diamonds, along with thousands of insets of precious materials like mother of pearl, abalone, and black onyx.

So ... they are beautiful. I wonder how many square meters they've sold and to who?

Gallery: Pietra Firma LuxTouch Diamond Floor Tiles

Swans Island Blankets

Posted Oct 10th 2008 11:02AM by Tracy Chait
Filed under: Decor

On a little island called Nash, off the Maine coast, a flock of sheep lives undisturbed, except in June when weavers from Swans Island Blankets come by lobster boat to gather some wool. This year's shearing produced 420 pounds of wool, enough for a year's worth of weaving.

Swans Island started in the early '90s when a pair of lawyers, John and Carolyn Grace, decided to move to Maine, meet some sheep farmers and get weaving. What developed was a company that has produced hand-woven blankets significant enough to warrant a Smithsonian Blue Ribbon for Craft in 1996. Weavers work in an 18th century farmhouse making blankets for summer and winter. Recently, the group started weaving scarves, wraps, throws and pillows, too.

I'm a complete sucker for age-old craftmanship. Add the free-roaming sheep, rustic farmhouse and beyond-cozy blankets, and this company is every New Englander's dream.

The king-sized version of the winter blanket at right retails for $1,125. Everything Swans Island makes can be custom ordered and monogrammed in a hand-done cross stitch.

Louis XIII Cognac and Christophe Pilet

Posted Oct 6th 2008 12:02PM by Deidre Woollard
Filed under: Decor, Spirits

Here at Luxist we've mentioned Louis XIII Cognac a bunch of times but the pricey brand has recently unveiled a new artistic collaboration with designer Christophe Pillet to create limited-edition collection of items including a crystal glass, a silver illuminated serving platter, a crystal candleholder and a display case. When patrons of certain high-end restaurants throughout the world order Louis XIII, it will be served alongside Pillet's collection as an enhancement to the presentation. They may also be made available for purchase through some fine retailers. Louis XIII is made from grapes grown in the most fertile region of Cognac, which are then distilled, blended, and aged up to 40 to 100 years and bottled in hand-blown Baccarat crystal.

Gallery: Louis XIII and Christophe Pilet

Herman Miller's Embody Chair

Posted Oct 5th 2008 7:02PM by Tracy Chait
Filed under: Decor

Herman Miller has just unveiled its latest style-meets-ergonomics piece: the Embody Chair. Designed by the late Bill Stumpf and completed by Jeff Weber, this piece claims to improve lower body circulation, mind-body connection and office productivity.

The company decided Embody would make its first appearance at Germany's Orgatek show, which is where the company's iconic Aeron chair debuted in 1992 -- it landed in the Museum of Modern Art soon after.

The Embody chair retails for $1,595.

[via Apartment Therapy]

A Pet Crate That You'll Love, Not Just Tolerate

Posted Oct 4th 2008 3:02PM by Rigel Celeste
Filed under: Decor, Pets

I'm all for treating my little Maltese to a good night's sleep in a comfy bed, but that doesn't mean I want a miniature princess canopy bed eating up my precious floorspace and looking all corny and over-the-top in the process. But these pet beds (or pet dens I should say) from Denhaus look like a nice way to keep both me and my dog happy. Created of polished fiberglass with smooth, shatterproof glass tops (to act as both a skylight for the pet and a tabletop for you) they're both a comfy place for your pet to relax and a stylish addition to your home's decor. They look more like a contemporary designer end table than a pet crate (which is awesome!) and come in your choice of 4 colors. $525-$565

Via boing boing

Gallery: Denhaus Luxury Pet Dens

Design Within Reach Opens Tools for Living

Posted Oct 4th 2008 11:02AM by Tracy Chait
Filed under: Decor

Modern furniture haven Design Within Reach has launched the second of its two new stores, Tools for Living. The first opened its doors in SoHo last week, and the second has been drawing crowds to Santa Monica leading up to opening day on Thursday.

CEO Ray Brunner describes Tools for Living as a "modern general store" where you can pick up a heavyweight tape dispenser ($60) alongside a Stanley thermos ($42).

The LA location is inside DWR's existing mecca for oops-I-just-blew-rent-on-a-side-table at 332 Santa Monica Blvd. The New York outpost is at 142 Wooster St. Bonus: DWR's semi-annual sale -- including Tools for Living items -- is going on now and runs through Oct. 14.

[via Racked LA]

New iDesk. Sleek. White.

Posted Oct 3rd 2008 3:02PM by Tracy Chait
Filed under: Decor

The new iDesk clearly mimics Apple's design ethos: minimalist, sleek and mostly white, or at least mono-chromatic. The iDesk is German designer Paul Bichler's study in the modern workstation -- no drawers, no detailing -- though the desk does handily store cords and wires for all your existing Apple products. It retails for $3,100.

[via Born Rich]

Rodarte's Eco-Chic Candle

Posted Sep 30th 2008 7:02PM by Tracy Chait
Filed under: Decor

Rodarte, the Pasadena-based sister design team who recently won the CFDA's Swarovski Award for Womenswear, has now teamed up with Lexus Hybrid Living to focus on sustainable design. First is their new soy candle featuring Hawaiian orchid, Mirabelle plum and other natural scents in a recycled glass container. The candle will be sold only at Barneys New York and Beverly Hills, though if you were lucky enough to be a guest at the Mulleavy's show on September 9, you already have one.

[via Fashion Week Daily]

Stock Your Home Bar with Ralph Lauren

Posted Sep 30th 2008 12:02PM by Rigel Celeste
Filed under: Decor, Spirits

No home bar is complete without stylish glassware, trays, and other accessories (like this leather-bound martini shaker, $295) to enhance your presentation and round out the mood of luxurious relaxation. Ralph Lauren has quite the collection of home accessory items for the kitchen or home bar that utilizes classics like crystal and stainless steel and modernizes them with the rugged and sophisticated masculine energy of leather accents. Serving trays, glassware, decanters, a lead crystal ice bucket with leather handle ... there's something for everybody. $195-$395

I agree with what acquire had to say -- very 007.

Gallery: Ralph Lauren Home Accessories

Edgar Berebi Brings Little Luxuries to Cabinets

Posted Sep 30th 2008 11:02AM by Laura Malesich
Filed under: Decor

In a truly premier home (aka villa, mansion, or penthouse) every detail should encapsulate the owner's wealth and power...even when it comes to cabinet pulls and knobs. Edgar Berebi combines the functionality of such hardware with gold plate and Swarovski crystal embellishments. The Frog knob pictured here is available in either burnished silver or museum gold, encrusted in Swarovski crystals and dotted with green peridot eyes starting at $44 each. Peruse the gallery to see the range of styles of these covetable architectural pieces.

Gallery: Edgar Berebi's Architectural Hardware

Lux Tip: Pen Intervention

Posted Sep 28th 2008 4:03PM by Annie Scott
Filed under: Decor, Writing Instruments, Lux Tips

Look at the pens on your desk. Maybe you have an especially nice one, one that means something sentimental to you, and another one you especially like. What on earth are the rest of them doing there? You don't even like those pens! Why do you make yourself use them every day when it would be so easy to have something you like?

Pen Intervention Steps:
1. Throw out all pens with names of prescription drugs on them. Seriously.
2. Try to give away away the pens you don't like. Does your yoga studio want pens? Your local school?
3. Give up and throw out the pens you don't like.
4. Look at the pens you have left. Why do you have each pen? "I have to have a red one" is not good enough. You will be getting a red pen you like.
4. Decide how many pens you need and what kind you like. Ballpoint? Felt tip?
5. Go shopping. A good pen lasts a long time. Get good pens. Broke? Start stealing them from hotels. A pen with a story is better than a Bic.

It's just another easy way to make life more lux for cheap or free.

Ceramica Cielo Brings Out the Animal in Your Bathroom

Posted Sep 28th 2008 3:02PM by Laura Malesich
Filed under: Decor

A chic bathroom with exotic accessories and animal essence will jump up and bite you from Ceramica Cielo's Jungle Collection. Incorporating animal skin texture into ceramic bathroom essentials like wash basins, toilets, shower bases, and other small yet flashy items the Jungle Collection inspires a luxurious safari-like experience. You can choose between a variety of color options and either crocodile or python skins to suit your taste...however, subtlety and serenity are two options that aren't available in this collection.

[via Trendir]

Gallery: Jungle Collection from Ceramica Cielo

Roberti's Rattan Furniture for Your Patio

Posted Sep 28th 2008 12:02PM by Laura Malesich
Filed under: Decor

Looking to expand your home's space by creating an inviting and elegant outdoor space? Roberti's Rattan Furniture is rich, relaxed and...well...rattan in natural hues such as chocolate brown and linen. I love the curves and artistic lines of each piece -- still simple but sculptural. The furniture is made from aluminum and Sunweave -- a new synthetic material that looks natural but is more durable and long-lasting. A beautiful evening outdoors or sunny day on the patio will certainly be complemented by this gorgeous line from Roberti.

[via Trendir]

Gallery: Roberti's Rattan Furniture

Lux Tip: Wall Decor

Posted Sep 23rd 2008 4:02PM by Annie Scott
Filed under: Decor, Art, Lux Tips

Big empty walls getting you down? If you haven't found the perfect tapestry or can't get your Monet back from the Art Institute of Chicago, you've still got to put something on your wall to make it feel like home.

Get down to the local thrift store. Look through the art they have there. It's not likely to be any good, but you might get lucky; in any case, what you're looking for is the frames. In fact, the more horrendous the art, the better, because it's likely to be cheaper!

Get a couple vintage-looking frames and toss the prints of angels and hippie landscapes. If the frames are looking shoddy, spray paint them! A nice glossy black is very chic on a carved frame, or you can just do a touch up with gold paint or a nice stain. What to put inside? We don't recommend you try your own hand at painting--not for your wall. Why not get some cool paper from Papyrus or your local paperie, or frame an interesting piece of fabric?

It's just another easy way to make life more lux for cheap or free.

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J. Peterman English Pub Signs

Remodeling? Consider $1,000,000 Diamond Floor Tiles

Swans Island Blankets

Louis XIII Cognac and Christophe Pilet

Herman Miller's Embody Chair

A Pet Crate That You'll Love, Not Just Tolerate

Design Within Reach Opens Tools for Living

New iDesk. Sleek. White.

Rodarte's Eco-Chic Candle

Stock Your Home Bar with Ralph Lauren

Edgar Berebi Brings Little Luxuries to Cabinets

Lux Tip: Pen Intervention

Ceramica Cielo Brings Out the Animal in Your Bathroom

Roberti's Rattan Furniture for Your Patio

Lux Tip: Wall Decor

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