Put Your Furniture to Work

You work hard for what you enjoy – whether that’s a night out, a much-needed vacation, or the beautiful residence that you come home to each day. As we wind up this summer, we suggest that you take a vacation from worrying about at least one thing – your interior – and put your furniture to work for you instead.

You see, our design team has the experience and the skills to create an interior filled with gorgeous pieces that reflect your style and take the maintenance and worry out of your home – so it looks good all year without you and your family having to be a slave to it.

At the top of their list are performance fabrics. These gorgeous fabrics are built to last – your children can literally jump up and down on them during an epic pillow fight and you won’t see any wear and tear. What’s more, you don’t have to worry about your klutzy friend spilling her red wine – because it will just wipe up without leaving a mark. Best of all, today’s performance fabrics don’t look like performance fabrics. They feel soft to the touch, are available in a near limitless variety of colors, patterns and textures that you’ll actually want, and can be used in just about any application. Meaning there’s a look that fits your lifestyle without looking like you are trying too hard – like this gorgeous collection from Bernhardt.

But don’t think that performance fabrics are just for your upholstered pieces. Accessories like rugs and pillows are getting a makeover as well, meaning that all the fabrics your family touches (and spills things on) can be beautifully durable, like this Eagean rug from Surya that is equally at home indoors or out.

When it comes to wood pieces, finishes have come a long way. Manufacturers like Bermex are crafting a reputation for livable finishes. They and catalyzed finishes are exceptionally durable, minimizing the risk of scratches and scrapes and allowing your family to live with their furniture instead of being afraid of hurting it.

The materials you choose can go a long way toward relaxed living. High-maintenance, shiny finishes that show fingerprints and marks – while gorgeous – are far less everyday life friendly than a muted finish that is beautiful in its own right. In fact, mixing stone and natural materials into your rooms makes a little distressing feel not only comfortable, but genuine, and just adds to their appeal. (We love the Madrid table with a woven banana leaf on the base and a travertine top to add just enough of a natural twist.)

No matter what your style, our design team can help you take the maintenance out of it, and let you enjoy it.