Concrete Sinks: Designer Styles & Colors

Bradley Hughes has created a line of concrete products that can be shipped anywhere in the world. Their products range from contemporary to historical to traditional. Concrete offers a wide range of colors, a unique appearance and durability. The sinks below come in 18 different colors as well as their other products too. They sell fire surrounds, concrete countertops and concrete flooring as well as the sink collection seen here. They seal and wax all concrete products and also sell an eco-friendly stain for the flooring. Beautiful products that can be used in any style of home! If you need more information on any products seen here, just contact us. All products can be purchased through The Designer Insider, just email your needs.

Colors available: Algae, Bone, Brick , Deep Persimmon, Dune, Guinness, Heather, Ink, Lemon Grass, Midnight, Mustard, Olive, Paprika, Pecan, Saddle, Sandstone, Smoke and Tortoise Shell.
Row 1 - "Bert" round vessel sink; "Chloe" trough integrated bowl.
Row 2 - "Cindy" oval integrated bowl; "Douglas" hand textured trough.
Row 3 - "Bill" farmhouse sink; "Izzy" stand alone vessel sink.
Row 4 - "Lulu" square sink; "Luna" demilune integrated sink.
Stella Sink - A stand alone rectangular sink. Custom sizes available in all sinks.

Photos and information courtesy of Bradley-Hughes, Atlanta.

Candice Olson Furniture: Great Styles For All Styles

The Candice Olson Collection is sold through Norwalk Furniture. Norwalk closed their stores this past year, but are still open for business through selected retailers and designers. Below are some of Candice's most popular styles and you will see them often on her Divine Design program. Candice has selected all styles of furniture for her clients but most have a contemporary flair. All of the pieces you see here are covered in Gibson Velvet, #IM0630. You have a choice of over 600 fabrics and 9 wood finishes. Contact your designer or check out the website for Candice's collection, Norwalk Furniture.
Gretta Ottoman - Great contemporary styled ottoman available in different finishes. 43"long x 18"high x 23"deep.
Margo Chair - Tufted with five buttons. 25"wide x 38"high x 27"deep. One of the most popular pieces in the collection. Perfect for a desk chair or dining chair.
Bette Sofa - 86"long x 36"high x 37"deep - Beautiful curved back for open settings.
Naomi Sofa - 76"long x 40"high x 37"deep. A great height on this sofa!
Jean Chaise Lounge - 29"wide x 32"high x 57"deep.
Maxine Skirted Ottoman - 27"wide x 19"high x 18"deep.
Marlo Chair - A larger sized chair 37"wide x 44"high x 32"deep.

Kravet Smart - New Program From Kravet

What is Kravet Smart? This is a new program through Kravet that includes fabric, furniture, trimmings and carpet. What makes this program different? Below is a list of the perks of this program!
1-Free fabric on Kravet furniture.
2-Over 60,000 fabrics to choose from Kravet.
3-Environmentally friendly furniture.
4-Over 900 Kravet Smart fabrics.
5-Guaranteed selection of in stock fabrics and trimmings.
6-In stock luxury carpets with wool and viscose options.

We are highlighting for you some of the selections available in this program. Above: Emory Value Leather Sofa (LB-S803S Smart Classic). Feel free to go to the website KravetSmart for more information. If you would like to purchase any of these products just email us for information.

Kravet Smart Furniture - Tulane Settee available in leather or fabric. Style shown: S882-ST.
Kravet Smart Carpet in Shimmer. Colors: Beige, Blue, Olive, Chocolate, Sienna, Ivory & Gold.
Kravet Smart Textures. Patterns: 30666-821, 30667-1616, 30630-23,30667-106,30667-412.

Kravet Smart Weaves. Patterns - 28037-1516, 26603-613, 29995-5,27970-106,30136-5.

Kravet Smart Window Sheers. Patterns: 9790-1616, 9786-16, 9782-1,9783-16,9779-116.


Thank you to the Kravet Smart website for all the information and photos.

Designer Fabrics: New Popular Design! IKAT!

What's an IKAT (ee-kat) ? This is a style of weaving that uses a dyeing process similar to tie-dye before the threads are woven to create a pattern or design. This pattern is very popular right now and is being used by designers everywhere. Below are some great Ikat patterns for your inspiration! Above: Lee Jofa Fabrics - Pattern: Hisari Ikat in Pink. This 100% silk fabric comes in four colorways. Contact us for more information on any of these fabrics.
Lee Jofa Fabrics - Pattern: Westmount Wall in Lake. This David Easton designed fabric comes in a linen/cotton blend in five colorways.
Lee Jofa Fabrics - Pattern: Sassari Ikat in Clay. This rayon/cotton blend can be used for upholstery. Comes in seven colorways.
Owens & Perry Fabric through Ernest Gaspard - Pattern: Vieux Carre in Eggnog. This 100% linen fabric comes in a luscious eleven colors! Also available in 100% silk in 10 colorways.
Kravet Fabrics - Pattern: Tilbury in Jasper. This 100% cotton fabric from Laura Ashley comes in five colorways.
Kravet Fabrics - Pattern: Corren, color 316. Linen/cotton blend that comes in three colorways.
Kravet Fabrics - Pattern: Abrbandi in Sky. Fabric blend okay for upholstery. Museum of New Mexico fabric that comes in four colorways.

Quadrille Fabrics - Pattern: Cintra in 100% linen, available in six colorways. Designed by Alan Campbell.
Above: Cintra in Multi Blues/Navy on Tint.
Middle: Cintra in Tangerines/Jungle Green on Tint.
Bottom: Cintra in Multi Brown/Turquoise on Tint.

All of the above fabrics can be ordered through The Designer Insider. Just contact us for more information. Email: TheSource@numail.org.

Decorative Mirrors: All Styles For Your Home Decor!!

Beautiful mirrors are a great accent that can be very affordable. Add a mirror to each room for an impact! Here are some of our newest you will find for sale on our site The Designer Insider, just use the item number in the Search box on the site. Above: Sunburst Nickel Mirror - 39" diameter - See the article below for photo in a room setting. Item #GV990326.

Mirror above as seen in the September 2009 issue of Better Homes & Gardens.

French Country Mirror - 35" high x 23" wide - Item #GJKS57.
Black Round Mirror - 27" diameter - Item #PG8854.

Star Mirror - Antiqued silver leaf - 28" diameter - Item #UT13623.
Frameless Rectangular Mirror - Beveled border - Item #UT08052.
Swirled Oval Mirror - Burnished silver - Item #UT11831.
Iron Rivet Mirror - Dark iron mirror with riveted straps - 32" diameter. Item #GV991015.
Contemporary Iron Mirror - Distressed Nickel finish - 30" diameter. Item #GV991261.
Fluted Stained Wood Mirror - 15" round - Item #GV991049.

All items can be found on The Designer Insider website.

Wall Lamps - Shaded Sconces Are Stylish

For an updated look, try for a shaded sconce in your hallway, baths, dining areas, etc. Sconces with shades are very popular especially with the younger crowd. They come in modern styles, transitional styles and traditional styles. We have listed some of our favorites for you. If you need more information or would like to purchase any lighting seen here, just contact us. Email: TheSource@numail.org. Above: Roswell Sconce - A "Suzanne Kasler" design that is unique and stylish! Wrought iron in rust (above) or old white. Choose your own shade of blue linen (above), taupe linen or natural paper. Size: 27" high x 11" wide.

Sunset Plaza Sconce - An elegant sconce in four unique finishes, shown in black/silver with grey silk shade. Size: 14"high x 9"wide. Contact us for more info.
Ring Sconce - A modern styled sconce in four different finishes. Shown in antique brass. Size: 19"high x 13"wide. Contact us for more info.
Aspen Sconce - A twig like design in bronze with natural paper shade. Size: 18"high x 9"wide. Contact us for more info.
Aspen Iron Wall Lamp - A mission styled wall sconce with natural paper shade. Size: 15 1/2" high x 7 1/2"wide, only comes in bronze finish. Contact us for more info.
Classic Sconce - Two light classic sconce in four different finishes. Shown in polished nickel. Size: 17"high x 13"wide. Contact us for more info.
Boston Wall Sconce - A single arm sconce in four different finishes. Shown in hand rubbed brass. Size: 9"high x 17"ext. Contact us for more info.
Calliope Wall Sconce - A three light sconce in four different finishes with paper shade. Shown in polished nickel. Size: 20"high x 11"wide. Contact us for info.

Iron and Crystal Wall Lamp - Traditional crystal wall sconce with silver and gold accents with antique white shantung shade. Size: 27"high x 10"wide. More info: www.TheDesignerInsider.com, item #C05415.
Faux Horn Sconce - Rendition of a black antelope horn trimmed in nickel with a poly/cotton shade. Size: 29"high x 10"wide. Comes in a right or left style, left shown above. More info: www.TheDesignerInsider.com, item #C05024. Right style - C05025.
Brass Modern Sconce - A one light sconce. Size: 19"high x 8"wide. Only comes in brass & black.
More info: www.TheDesignerInsider.com - Item #C05021.

Contact us about information on any of the above light fixtures. TheSource@numail.org.

Pendant Lighting for the Home

Large dining pendants are the "thing" for modern interiors. We have listed some of our favorite styles for you. Great for over any dining table, island, foyer, large hallway, etc. If you fall in love with any of these, just contact us for more information or for purchasing. Above - This is a grand fixture! A caged lantern with a natural paper shade. The light comes in bronze, pewter or antique brass. By Eric Cohler. Size: 22"high x 22"wide. A real beauty! Information: TheSource@numail.org.
Scalloped Pendant - Beautiful simple pendant with scalloped silk shade by Barbara Barry. Shown in soft silver but also comes in bronze or satin brass. Size: 19"high x 25"wide. Contact us for info or purchasing.
Pendant - Large pendant by Barbara Barry. Comes in three finishes with a silk shade. Size: 39"high x 18"wide. Finishes - Bronze, pewter or satin brass. Contact us for info or purchasing.
Iron Pendant - Elegant pendant made of hand forged iron, only in bronze verdigris. Size: 16"round x 21"high. More information at our site, www.TheDesignerInsider.com. Item #C09990.
Capiz shell Pendant - Hand forged iron fixture with capiz shell shade. Comes in a distressed bronze/gold finish. Size: 14"round x 16"high. Check our site for more information, item #C09937. www.TheDesignerInsider.com.
Capiz Shell Pendant - Comes as shown in antique silver. Size: 12"square x 28"high. Check our website for more information, item #C09940. www.TheDesignerInsider.com.
Mallory Pendant - Handcrafted of solid brass, custom sizes available. Shown: 40"high x 34"wide, shade is 27"round. Shade comes in ivory or white silk and the fixture comes in eleven finishes. By Palmer Hargrave. Contact us for info or purchasing.
LeMarr Pendant - Handcrafted of solid brass and comes in eleven finishes. Size: 54"high x 24"wide, shade is 24"round. Shade is available in ivory or white silk and linen. By Palmer Hargrave. Contact us for information or purchasing.