Archive for November, 2008

Hip Cats & Dogs!

by Kym | November 30, 2008 | In Uncategorized 2 Comments

Eames Lounger & Ottoman

 We at Paradigm Gallery love our Modern Interiors and we also love our pets. We want them to be as comfortable as us! In most homes the family pet rules the roost. They know how to relax and unwind, we should take a cue from them. De-stress, make yourself at home, put your feet up and take a look at some of our favorite furniture pieces enjoyed by some very experienced ”nappers & relaxers”.

 

Eames LCW lounge chair & George Nelson bench

Eames LCW lounge chair & George Nelson bench

Le Corbusier Chaise in Pony

Le Corbusier Chaise in Pony

Womb Chair & Ottoman

Womb Chair & Ottoman

Eames Elliptical Table

Eames Elliptical Table

Eero Saarinen-Tulip Table & Verner Panton Chair

Eero Saarinen-Tulip Table & Verner Panton Chair

These photos are from a great site for all things cat: its called Modern cat. They have great accessories for your hip cat. Treat your dog to a classic sofa that will look beautiful for many years to come. The inspiration for this wonderful piece comes from a company called Dogbar. This bed is inspired by vintage Le Corbusier seating for humans! It’s timeless mid-century design is cherished by furniture lovers and collectors worldwide!

Le Corbusier style dog bed.

Le Corbusier style dog bed.

Send us a picture of your pet enjoying your mid century modern furniture!

Series 7 Dining Chair

Arne Jacobsen Chairs

 

A Modern Dining room with Series 7 dining chairs (set of 2) $495.00…
Table cloth & linens set $49.00….
Place settings $185.00……
Feast to enjoy with your family and friends: PRICELESS!
We at Paradigm Gallery would like to wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving Day!

Holiday Gift Guide

by Kym | November 19, 2008 | In Product News No Comments

Modern Holiday: Mies van der Rohe

Modern Holiday: Mies van der Rohe

Need help selecting the perfect gift for the Modern Furniture lover on your list? Let us help with our “Seasons Coolest Gift Guide“! We have done the work for you with our Hot Picks for holiday gifts and for this holiday we are offering Free Shipping!! Take a look at some of our picks that are sure to be a hit.

Gifts under $200.00:

Dimple Pod Stool
Dimple Pod Stool
Eileen Gray Table

Eileen Gray Table

Gifts under $300.00:

Eames Plywood Dining Chair

Eames Plywood Dining Chair

George Nelson Bench

George Nelson Bench

Gifts under $500.00:

Panton Chair - Set of 2

Panton Chair - Set of 2

Eero Saarinen Tulip Chair

Eero Saarinen Tulip Chair

Happy Holidays from Paradigm Gallery!

Partners Cara Cummins and Jose Tavel of TaC Studios

As a lover of all things “design” related, we are definitely Trade Magazine junkies! And I have to say that we were not disappointed by the December issue of Metropolitan Home.
We came across this amazing home built by the home owners themselves, Jose Tavel and Cara Cummins of TaC Studios. TaC Studios, is a full service architectural firm located in Atlanta, Georgia.
We had the pleasure of speaking to Jose and shared with him how much we enjoyed this article and what he and his wife Cara had created. We are thrilled to share these photos as this blend of Modern Architecture and eclectic design is the way we like to decorate homes but this Atlanta home is a level up!
What initially attracted us to this home was the way the interiors were designed. And then seeing that they built and designed the home with many materials that were recycled and or locally procured, keeping it green- because every little bit helps! Made us admire this home more.
We love this homes mix of modern furniture and eclectic furnishings and accessories. Like the womb chair & ottoman with African stools and custom media cabinet built by Tavel. The beautiful canvas was done by his wife Cara. WOW, this couple is not short on talent! Right off the dining room is a Le Corbusier chaise and Eileen Gray table under a wall of custom designed floating shelves with a collection of American Folk art. This home breaks the myth that Modern design is cold and industrial with the rich warm tones on the floor to the colors and textures that the decorative items provide. Very well done!!
This 3 story, 3 bedroom home with a roof deck has it all. It functions as the couple’s home office for TaC Studio on the first floor, while the 2nd level has the living room, kitchen and dining room and has an open loft feel with so much light from the huge windows. The bedrooms are on the 3rd floor.
Arco Floor Lamp, Modern Sectional and Bar Stools

Arco Floor Lamp, Modern Sectional and Bar Stools

We love the deck. The back yard has a rear water fountain and gravel ground cover with bamboo and other lush plantings. We just want to move in!

Furniture and Fashion

by Kym | November 11, 2008 | In News, Trends 2 Comments

Madonna and Eames Soft Pad Chair
Madonna and Eames Soft Pad Chair

Furniture and fashion: it’s like the “chicken and the egg” reference.

They are forever crossing over in inspiration from the shapes to the fabric like a great boucle or wool sweater to a Eero Saarinen’s Womb Chair made with the same fabric. Or even the way furniture is used in advertising for a fashion designer like in this ad with Madonna in Versace sitting on the Eames Soft Pad Chair or Morgan Fairchild sitting on Arne Jacobsen’s Egg Chair in a Old Navy Ad.

Madonna: Eames Chair

Morgan Fairchild: Egg Chair

Another example of Furniture and Fashion: I came across a shoe that was called the Eamz shoe in a fashion magazine. It was by a company called United Nude and has established itself as an iconic brand at the intersection between design and fashion. The line is Inspired by furniture designers Charles and Ray Eames The heels shape was conceptually inspired by an Eames Chair.

The collection of shoes are structurally beautiful and gravity defying.

Eamz Pump - the heel looks like the Eames Lounger.

Eames Lounger