Style and Functionality: A Perfect Combination

July 31st, 2006

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From the celebrated maker of artistic and classy home and office furniture pieces and accessories comes another masterpiece. Don Green’s Professor Horace’s Lounge Chair & Ottoman is another item collectors will surely rave about. Don Green’s reputation for sound functionality and quality construction is very much evident in this item. Exploring the boundaries of different materials for furniture and accessory, Green made this item of wood chair and ottoman in cherry with “midnight blue” velvet upholstery for an exquisite sophistication and cutting-edge functionality. It is perfect for all sorts of lounges, or even bedrooms. Exuding high-level style, this lounge chair and ottoman makes the perfect greeting to any visitor and marks that impeccable impression of practicality yet uncompromising quality and style. The chair’s 31″H x 32″W x 34.5″D (right) dimensions comes just right to provide everyone a desired lounge experience. The Ottoman further highlights the artistic crafting of the chair with its added value in terms of functionality. Combined together, the chair and the ottoman perfectly complements Professor Horace’s Settee (www.guild.com) or any other sofa set. If the wood doesn’t appeal that much to you, a custom wood can be even be made especially for your taste.





“Professor Horace’s Lounge Chair & Ottoman” by GreenTree Furniture & Home Accessories

There in the Corner

July 31st, 2006

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Most often than not, eight hours of office work is not enough. A lot of us are guilty of taking home our work that are supposed to be done and accomplished inside the four corners of our office cublicle. We all are guilty of making our own homes an extension of our offices. Even our bedrooms cannot escape the invasion of supposedly office-based works. Actually, there’s nothing wrong in bringing home office tasks. It is actually a sign of dedication and passion for work. But this passion should never be an excuse for creating mess. This should not get in the way of keeping our bedrooms the perfect place for rest and comfort. Just set one corner aside and have a Legare Corner Desk Home Office Suite and you are sure to have the best working space right in your bedroom. Click on www.popsfurniture.com and see this office suite’s asymmetric design that allows its parts to be assembled in two different configurations. It has many accessory items like the bridges and extensions that can be attached with other desks to give you more space. Just place it there right in the corner and let it silently take care of your work paraphernalia while you’re having a good sleep.


Legare Corner Desk Home Office Suite



Legare Corner Desk Home Office Suite

Of Mighty Squezes and Yummy Juices

July 31st, 2006

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Having a fresh, yummy fruit juice is such a great delight for kids after a long day of toil and play at school. But a good fresh fruit juice can only be prepared if the right gadgets are in your kitchen. Surely, there are many citrus squeezers available in the market. But so far, the one that can make the best squeezes is the Mighty OJ Home Juicer of Metrokane. Of all the many good kitchen products of Metrokane, this is so far the most notable one. Its chrome finish fits well to anywhere you place it. Put it beside a coffee maker or on a wood cart, it will surely blend with all your other kitchen appliances. The Mighty OJ Home Juicier has an all-metal construction equipped with a powerful rack-and-pinion gear system. It is so mighty it can leverage up to 600 pounds of pressure, making sure you get nothing but the purest taste, vitamins, and extracts from your favorite citrus fruits. It is currently the world’s largest selling mechanical juicer with an irresistible classic retro design. It is made from pure stainless steel that will make you worry-free of rusting and poor performance. Log on to www.tabletools.com and check out other great features of this mighty squeezer.


Metrokane Mighty OJ Home Juicer



Metrokane Mighty OJ Home Juicer

Work Space Right in Your Home

July 31st, 2006

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Papers here, documents there, files are everywhere. Students’ old book reports, reaction papers, and just any paper scattered on the floor are an eye sore. All these papers found almost everywhere in the house are major good housekeeping challenge. The simplest, most-effective way to deal with it is to have a work center desk or a mobile home office desk. Having one will not only save space, but it will also make working on take home-office or school work a lot easier. A mobile home office desk can be placed in any corner of the bedroom. It doesn’t eat much of the limited floor space. It comes in Oak or White color that does not cause any strain in the eye when mixed in any bedroom style or motif. With its casters, it is very mobile and can be transfered easily without causing any unwanted mess or clutter. Its five- hand drawers offer enough space to house large amount of papers and files, a big help for good housekeeping. Most of all, it can be folded for easy storage. Find the best mobile home desk office to combat the seemingly uncontrollable, messy presence of office and school papers, or any sort of papers at that, at www.bedbathstore.com


Mobile Home Office Desk / Work Center



Mobile Home Office Desk / Work Center

Home Office Furniture: Mixing Business With Pleasure

July 28th, 2006

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Many Americans conduct business right inside their own homes because it saves them time and rent. It also spares them from the long arduous travel to and from the city. What better way to conduct business than to do everything from the comfort of your own home. In terms of room decoration, there is a lot of home office furniture to choose from. Give your office an ambiance of professionalism and at the same time, keep the important elements of a home. This would make it conducive for both hard work and relaxation with the family. For tasteful elegance and convenient storage, check out the Executive Office Furniture and Home Office Furniture Bookcase from Mission Oak. This four door barrister fully assembled bookcase gives you ample storage space to keep and display books, photos, awards, and other personal or business memorabilia. Made from selected cured oak wood, veneers, and other wood products, this towering bliss is built for effective organization and long-lasting storage. It has four glass doors that keep your possessions dust free. Maximize storage by decorating the top open shelf with larger pieces and bulkier office or home appliances, such as lamps, vases, and achievement plaques. To avail of a 5% item discount visit www.everythingofficefurniture.com.


Office Furniture - Four Door Barrister Bookcase - Mission Oak Executive Office Furniture / Home Office Furniture - 7661-06


Office Furniture - Four Door Barrister Bookcase - Mission Oak Executive Office Furniture / Home Office Furniture

Reliving Kerman Tradition

July 28th, 2006

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Kerman Rugs are a special hand-made collection woven and braided in the southern city of Kerman, Iran. Kerman has been an important prayer-carpet weaving center which can be hailed back from the reign of Shah Abbas. These Persian carpets are considered to have one of the world’s most fabulous designs, making it both delicate and practical at the same time. Most prints take advantage of the materials used such as wool, cotton, and on rare occasions, silk. The Tabriz, Gabbeh, Kashan, Mashad, Baluch, Isfahan, and Nahavand styles depict significant historical events, the richness of gardens, trees, vases, and a beautiful variety of mille fleur designs. You can now select from a wide range online. Check out the Kerman 9′8 x 12′7 with under padding, for instance. Decorate your floor or wall with this fabulous find. The intricate details of the main borders and the central medallion print, the floral theme, and the architectural design boast of oriental tradition, making use of pale hues and gold-adorned trimmings. The patterns of this particular antique use contrasts of dark blue and other captivating colors. Buy this imported carpet now. For more info on weavers carpets, runners, and area rugs, go to www.rugman.com.


Kerman


Kerman

Classic Aspen Umbrella Holder

July 28th, 2006

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When buying home furnishing accents, it would be best to get something that goes well with existing pieces but at the same time stands out perfectly on its own. You would also want all your home accessories organized and in sync with the theme you’re trying to create in a particular room or living area. There is a lot of versatile home decor in the market that would make any house look like a home. A good accent piece for the front porch, receiving area, or any auxiliary portion of the house is an umbrella holder. It is considered to be very useful and aesthetically pleasing to guests. The Aspen Umbrella Holder from Harris Marcus Home does the trick. This handsome umbrella stand is made of fine wood that goes well with a vast array of furniture and will surely make any house more inviting and comfortable. The distressed Shalimar finish suggests dependability and great taste. Standing at 16.5 inches and 8 sq. inches wide, this light addition will look good by the door, in the accessible corner of the room, or even tucked away in the closet. The Aspen Collection sure does give home decor a whole new meaning. Take a look also at the serving tray and wine rack with removable tray from the same collection at www.bellacor.com.


Aspen Umbrella Holder


Aspen Umbrella Holder

Diamond Back Chairs Are Forever

July 28th, 2006

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On a lazy Sunday, you would want to lay back on your favorite easy armoire, sip a nice warm cup of coffee, and read the morning paper in the sweet neighborhood lull off your patio or condo terrace deck. Relish the precious moment right before the new week starts, away from the hustle and bustle of the city and the crazy antics at the office. The Diamond Back Chair could do just the thing for you. Bask in style and comfort with this Mexican rustic piece. This piece of furniture is made from solid unfinished wood and crafted to last a very long time. This gorgeous contoured chair adds comfort and is ideal for the ultimate outdoor lounging experience. It is made of Eucalyptus hardwood proven to withstand extreme weather outdoors. The Diamond Back Chair is also available in an oiled finish for a more natural and elegant look. The chairs can serve as barstools or additional seating to entertain guests during house parties or special events. Meanwhile, the matching table, which is sold separately, can double as a kitchen island, as a computer desk, or as an in-door dining table. Order now and get a 9% discount on this wonderful piece of furniture at www.popsfurniture.com.


Outdoor Furniture - Diamond Back Chair


Outdoor Furniture - Diamond Back Chair

Salter Scale For Sale

July 27th, 2006

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People get up on the scale all the time to see how much weight they’ve lost or gained. This made weighing scales so popular. In the world of culinary arts, measurement has also been an integral part of a successful and delectable recipe. Add 2 cups of sugar, 100 grams of curry, a can of mushrooms, and so on and so forth. Measuring can be a little tricky though. Too little spice would make your dish bland. In like manner, too much salt could be the downfall of any cooking adventurer, and not to mention one’s kidneys. That is why measuring ingredients shouldn’t be brushed off as if it was a complete waste of time. And that’s what kitchen scales are for. Salter Housewares present its stylish take on precision food measurement with the Salter Stainless Steel Kitchen Scale. The practical design of this kitchen must-have is compact and at the same time exudes durability. It is made of a hygienic stainless steel bowl and body with a captivating copper effect bezel. The product has a 10 year guarantee so it is definitely worth a shot. It also makes an ideal gift, so don’t miss out on this fabulous item. Buy it now at www.gourmet.org.


Salter Stainless Steel Kitchen Scale


Salter Stainless Steel Kitchen Scale

A Toast To French Furniture

July 27th, 2006

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Aside from fries, toast, and kisses, the French are also recognized for their inimitable taste in art and decor. French furniture has indeed come a long way. While it captures an overall similar feel to traditional treatments, it is also considered to be modern and practical. A perfect example is the Set of Lavande Table and 4 Lavande Chairs handcrafted in France by La Maison de Gabriel. The Lavande collection is derived from French family tradition that goes back three generations, giving much emphasis to detail and heritage. The materials used on the table and chairs are made of a delightful melange of stained solid beech wood with ceramic tiles and beautiful white Skai sitting. The ceramic tile table top would look elegant in any room but it would, however, look better in quaint dining rooms and intimate country kitchens. Its size is ideal for sharing intimate meals with close family and friends. The versatile piece could also be used as an annex to bigger furniture during a romantic indoor date by the fire with that special someone or other gatherings. You can also open its 29cm sleeves to make additional room. This gorgeous French country set is exclusively available at www.tabletools.com.


La Maison de Gabriel Set of Lavande Table and 4 Lavande Chairs


La Maison de Gabriel Set of Lavande Table and 4 Lavande Chairs



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