Designer Inspiration/Trends

A New Look…..

Well you think someone has thought of it all until you find something that just blows your mind. Well this is the most genius idea I have ever seen. Coming from someone that owns two dogs, one being 65 pounds and one being 15 pounds, and a cat, I would love for Santa to bring me this.

This is a nightstand with a built-in dog crate. Genius!

And the great thing is you don’t even have to use it as a nightstand, next to your bed. You could put it in the corner of your office or living room, it looks a lot better than the Wal Mart metal crate. Why not use it as an end table next to the sofa. Your friends will not notice, well maybe when weird noises start coming from it.
The best site I found was http://www.denhaus.com/. It will run you about $525.00 but what a great concept and you would spend that much on a nightstand or end table.

You can even go contemporary! This red one comes in three other colors too.

Community Involvement

A View From the Top


A new and exciting business venture for Design Lines, Ltd. has been our recent membership of the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce.

This morning-Judy, Brittany, Lauren and I attended the GRCC New Member Breakfast at the Cardinal Club in Downtown Raleigh. From the 28th floor of the Wachovia Building we enjoyed the spectacular morning view while also making many new contacts. Two of our favorites were Sally from The Special Event Company and also John and Damon from Triangle Blvd.tv.

We are looking forward to networking and deepening these business relationships in the community of Raleigh, which has been the backdrop of our company for over thirty years.

Design Lines Communications

Thoughts From Our Readers

2009 is on the horizon and the ladies at Design Lines, Ltd. would like to hear from our readers on what you want us to keep blogging about in the new year! Thats right we care about our readers and welcome any and all feedback.

Comment below by clicking on the title of this post or you can email me at hpickett@designlinesltd.com


Designer Inspiration/Trends

Form & Function Tuesday

The sights of snow flurries in the air today got me thinking about the Myrtle Beach Vacation I took last month. I love how the picture above looks iconic in a 1960s Myrtle Way.


I love the content of these next shots: the weathered wood of the pier paired with the color of the ocean on a windy day was a restful color scheme and the truly functional form of these stools (these are used by some local Fishermen) were beautiful to me.


Designer Inspiration/Trends

Local Design

HAVEN

Looking for a great local shop in the heart of Raleigh–Check out Haven off of Lassiter at North Hills Avenue. 919-881-2440

They have everything from monogrammed hand towels, chic lighting, neat home decor and possibly the best hand lotion ever made.


If you have ever been to our studio you will see us, especially in the winter time running to lather up in Olivina.

It is a delightful smell sure to put anyone in a great mood! Not to mention it leaves your skin so smooth.


Design Lines Special Events

Pear Square Event going on now- Be there or be square!

We just wanted to say thanks to our clients, who have made our first ever sale a huge success. The Pear Square Design Event began on Saturday and we will be open 9-4 daily till this Saturday, November 8th. There are still some great finds like: furniture, lighting, art, & accessories.

These wooden stools would be perfect paired in front of a fireplace

Who doesn’t love this white enamel etagere?

Be sure to check out the lovely glassware collection, perfect for holiday parties.

I love this group of vases for a table centerpiece

Feel free to bring your holiday shopping lists here, too. All of the designers will be in this week to answer your questions & the sale is open to the public– so be sure to bring a friend.

Also as a bonus and in the spirit of all things pear: check out this amazing Pear & Gorgonzola Crostini recipe from my friend Bradley’s cooking blog. Yum!
See you at the sale!


Design Lines Special Events

Ribbons & Tags

We are anxiously awaiting the launch of the Pear Sqaure Event on November 1st, 2008. Currently we are putting over 200 tags on all the sale items. WOW that makes for a big SALE! Now the question will be where do we put all the items? So exciting- stay tuned for the arranging and the display of chocolates on Monday!

Email us with any questions at hpickett@designlinesltd.com


Showhouse & Home Tours

A Fall Combination- Parade of Homes

Leaves are starting to turn, the weather is getting cooler and you guessed it- it is October which means the 2008 Parade of Homes is here! We are pleased to announce that we have three parades throughout the greater Wake County area. If you’ve got some time, we suggest you check them out.

The Hamptons at the Umstead
Parade # 27 “The Sanctuary”
5012 Clyden Cove
Raleigh, NC

Designer- Ashley Thompson, Allied Member ASID
Builder- Raybran Builders LLC

The Lakes at the Umstead – Winner of the Silver Award
Parade # 387 “Umstead Green”
6009 Sarahcreek Court
Raleigh, NC 27607

Designer- Judy Pickett, FASID
Builder- Rufty Homes, Inc.

The Renaissance at Regency
Parade # 298 “The Home For All Seasons”
202 Michelangelo Way
Cary, NC 27518

Designer- Ashley Thompson, Allied Member ASID
Builder- J.T. Sullivan Custom Builders, Inc.


Design Lines Special Events

Pear Square Event


DESIGNER FAVORITES ON SALE!

What could be better?! I don’t know maybe Godiva Chocolate but that doesn’t matter. All fall Lauren, Brittany and Hilaire have been planning the first ever Pear Square Event here at Design Lines, Ltd.
Every detail from the graphics to the hand-written notes for selected pieces to pear shaped cookies and square-shaped chocolates will make this event one you will to remember!

Mark your calendars for:

November 1-8, 2008 between the hours of
9-5p.m. (excluding Sunday.)

So come on by our office-we have everything from showhouse samples, furniture market finds, and designer favorites. This includes but not limited to lamps, tables, art, chairs, buffets, consoles, towels, pillows, and vases all at significant savings!!

In the days approaching our event, please continuously check our blog for pictures of selected pieces and specific updates will be posted about the event!

Make it a good one!


Designer Inspiration/Trends

A tribute to Mr. Columbus

I had nearly forgotten that today was Christopher Columbus Day until I got an email blast from Pottery Barn reminding me to check out their sales. In anticipation of the Pear Square Event & Sale (We’re all so excited at Design Lines), I thought I’d pull together a couple of items for sale inspired by & in honor of Christopher Columbus.

We have a pair of these beautiful pierced wooden mirrors, 40″ in diameter

We have quite a few pieces of framed art with nautical & map themes. I’d pair the one above with anything cobalt & some black & white photography to make it less serious.

These wood sculptures on stands are great as abstract pieces of art, I love the rescued shipwrecked vibe.

I pulled this image from our portfolio as the most worthy of Christopher Columbus. It’s a snapshot of a study we just completed at Lake Gaston. I adore the interest that the convex mirror added to the space (thank you Restoration).

Happy Columbus Day to all!