Meeting Darryl Carter

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjyi4S0ja18fS88crwzXKTaaZ6cHNhwj562AHF7LiFpIOWzfP0QchddRfg3HDOtYz7Ene-ffFH6IpBZjEQQUc94HuSlvKJUmKPQKQO00LYwvjxTlWHWG7gND9fK3-jhT0gZ03fBJJ1nfU/s1600/P1080424.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525647740337875378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjyi4S0ja18fS88crwzXKTaaZ6cHNhwj562AHF7LiFpIOWzfP0QchddRfg3HDOtYz7Ene-ffFH6IpBZjEQQUc94HuSlvKJUmKPQKQO00LYwvjxTlWHWG7gND9fK3-jhT0gZ03fBJJ1nfU/s400/P1080424.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 316px; height: 400px;" /></a>First off, a huge thank you to Lauren of <a href="http://www.purestylehome.blogspot.com/">Pure Style Home</a> for letting me tag along with her to meet <a href="http://www.darrylcarter.com/">Darryl Carter</a> and have our well-worn copies of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/New-Traditional-Reinvent-Balance-Define-Your-Home/dp/0307408655/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1286545190&sr=8-1">The New Traditional</a> signed. Here's a pic of her w/Darryl. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">(I would show you mine but will you understand if I said I was having a bad hair day...) </span>Darryl couldn't have been more generous with his time or more enjoyable to talk to. It was really a highlight to meet him! <div>He recently joined Jura Koncius and Terri Sapienza of The Washington Post for their Home Front Q & A. Two things that impressed me so much: his willingness to give specific paint color suggestions and local design sources. Be sure to check out the complete discussion <a href="http://live.washingtonpost.com/home-front-0930.html"><b>here</b></a>. Here's just a bit of the advice from this talented designer:</div><div><div><br /><div>- In response to a question about what to paint a repro Duncan Phyfe dining table: "Try Benjamin Moore Pashmina… Gesso the table white and then apply – probably will need a protective coat of matte finish to preserve for use. Ask the paint specialist how best to execute. Try a few colors in this family to execute to your taste."</div><div><br /></div><div>- Request for a blue for a front door: "Benjamin Moore Wolf Gray or Gravel Gray - high gloss or satin finish."</div><div><br />- "My go to paint color is Benjamin Moore’s Moonlight White. It’s a white tone that is very rich with a good deal of depth. Being in an attached dwelling with limited natural light, Moonlight White will open the spaces and allow light to move with ease from the front of the home to the back and vice versa… The other unique aspect of this color is that it takes on different color tonality at different times of the day."</div><div><br /></div><div>- Local Sources: <a href="http://www.strasburgemporium.com/">Strasburg Emporium</a> in Strasburg, VA; Deleplane Store & Antique Center, Deleplane, VA; <a href="http://www.scottish-connection.com/outlets.htm">Red Schoolhouse/Scottish Connection</a> Antiques in Millwood, VA; US Marble & Granite in Beltsville, MD; <a href="http://www.timothypaulbedding.com/">Timothy Paul</a> on 14th St. DC</div><div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLhbKnvYQ6x7DEmHIPm1piYP9BDDL0TNG3oxGO6QjdeBPVXjHI5anQtqpcRo3mThJIj99vZpW8K382S80oPd3OCoZIQ0vWWeYwWFj0IqldpJWIEC6F13fq1hI3yvz4Lxl0PbwEsft3X-0/s1600/6a01156f94bd28970b01287729e127970c-800wi.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525666251390689026" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLhbKnvYQ6x7DEmHIPm1piYP9BDDL0TNG3oxGO6QjdeBPVXjHI5anQtqpcRo3mThJIj99vZpW8K382S80oPd3OCoZIQ0vWWeYwWFj0IqldpJWIEC6F13fq1hI3yvz4Lxl0PbwEsft3X-0/s400/6a01156f94bd28970b01287729e127970c-800wi.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 134px;" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdSGAUwSebJHR30qKUUVrzyWXSUVzr189guGqmBKVnNnAhPo1f1uZAHmoXfa83Whl4jtVvDVl2K2mdbKbvnqOS_yMWgvjfipNUpsPR1KqGo06Mj9xD80MyrQbST37RXeVYapdyYtMPeNY/s1600/6a01156f94bd28970b0120a826bc1f970b-800wi.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525666149667248498" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdSGAUwSebJHR30qKUUVrzyWXSUVzr189guGqmBKVnNnAhPo1f1uZAHmoXfa83Whl4jtVvDVl2K2mdbKbvnqOS_yMWgvjfipNUpsPR1KqGo06Mj9xD80MyrQbST37RXeVYapdyYtMPeNY/s400/6a01156f94bd28970b0120a826bc1f970b-800wi.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 134px;" /></a><br />If you're interested in more, Sonu Mathew, Sr. Interior Designer with Benjamin Moore & Co. has some great video interviews with Darryl posted on her blog, <a href="http://www.livingincolorwithsonu.typepad.com/sonu_blog/2010/06/darryl-carter-tips-on-picking-color-like-a-design-pro.html">Living in Color with Sonu</a>. The above paint picks are some of his favorite go-to colors via her blog. </div><div><br /></div><div>I hope you have a great long weekend. I'll leave you with these beautiful, serene images of Darryl Carter's work. </div><div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525647077655396994" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd9KI9I5X7jV2AIvOXNJ3uXp1TTlCZuF0iQYWwyLuJNvbIMqc7NDCH8avtOfH-gSlcFHZqP-XGfyQVYfJeR7BMQVJsnyCLudHB1u75Fk5gNlIR2jTpSFMN_kVZ5CQDnRwcQmF-ba7CBcU/s640/DC2.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEkev0rseQiWa94oFwnX7hV-CP_My-FpCwcNvCcHIrfsh_xxixJQ1qVbwiRikJ-d8I-qCFBiVmVmLeJWkmMiAuBPWBEJHDrFKnxYsZCEfZwzQuudsMoFNjVsIsB9eexGxE5UM4R3OidLg/s1600/DC3.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525647004575415554" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEkev0rseQiWa94oFwnX7hV-CP_My-FpCwcNvCcHIrfsh_xxixJQ1qVbwiRikJ-d8I-qCFBiVmVmLeJWkmMiAuBPWBEJHDrFKnxYsZCEfZwzQuudsMoFNjVsIsB9eexGxE5UM4R3OidLg/s640/DC3.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVMtAuorzbflqAglZHKGZogySd6GlJsWNPVwLCBAKATyVqKZpJQWRlaXpiZgKwTjISCCjFlZ2MSFHoCvW-6ZXCO-oZ9LtvTmPJvnvk_HixVALe_TsMmJ6BViKkwtZfhq_9M6BxMXVa22Q/s1600/DC6.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525646889522046594" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVMtAuorzbflqAglZHKGZogySd6GlJsWNPVwLCBAKATyVqKZpJQWRlaXpiZgKwTjISCCjFlZ2MSFHoCvW-6ZXCO-oZ9LtvTmPJvnvk_HixVALe_TsMmJ6BViKkwtZfhq_9M6BxMXVa22Q/s640/DC6.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width;" /></a><br /></div></div></div>

Meeting Darryl Carter

First off, a huge thank you to Lauren of Pure Style Home for letting me tag along with her to meet Darryl Carter and have our well-worn co...

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Inspiration from Tobi Fairley's Table Transformation

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIams9j6HpNlSH9urDx1PAORO0lEQrF-KIATIyvElNrspvZnU9IKVOJyste62WFYKO56p0GyC3j-GwsWhyphenhyphen1jRImOrY5iTKYOugwHDrKWosB5oJYKxa7efJzl3akv15kHP6eCnv-PJKDnM/s1600/6a00d8341c6ffb53ef0134878077fe970c-450wi.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524925197941713986" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIams9j6HpNlSH9urDx1PAORO0lEQrF-KIATIyvElNrspvZnU9IKVOJyste62WFYKO56p0GyC3j-GwsWhyphenhyphen1jRImOrY5iTKYOugwHDrKWosB5oJYKxa7efJzl3akv15kHP6eCnv-PJKDnM/s640/6a00d8341c6ffb53ef0134878077fe970c-450wi.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand:" /></a><a href="http://www.tobifairley.com/">Tobi Fairley</a> designed a beautiful Stair Hall for the <a href="http://www.rsol.org/RSOL/Hours.html">Richmond Symphony Designer House</a> that pairs classic pieces with modern finishes and vibrant color. The focal point when you first enter the space is a striking pedestal table that she designed and had custom built by Kent Hughes of <a href="http://www.fairfaxdesigns.net/">Fairfax Designs</a> and beautifully painted by Stephanie Jones of <a href="http://www.mrsjonespaintedfinishes.com">me & mrs. jones</a>. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">(photo by Tobi Fairley via </span><a href="http://www.apassionforhome.com/a_passion_for_scrapbookin/2010/09/rsols-2010-designer-home-tobi-fairley.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">A Passion for Home</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">)</span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKL345eCP7Hgp0k0r2doxsNDeQXge73KEaj4XSi9YDYwLkt6G9tEocxNaDWlDUo60QXDO8F2DOm76saTUL2NCzwLbO_bqP5zB3XOt0g-R-tcK_wm8S3MwS-siU4zpOySyVVAP_CDayC6o/s1600/62936_286659179995_62836299995_1035349_7139558_n.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524923560426521506" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKL345eCP7Hgp0k0r2doxsNDeQXge73KEaj4XSi9YDYwLkt6G9tEocxNaDWlDUo60QXDO8F2DOm76saTUL2NCzwLbO_bqP5zB3XOt0g-R-tcK_wm8S3MwS-siU4zpOySyVVAP_CDayC6o/s400/62936_286659179995_62836299995_1035349_7139558_n.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 354px;" /></a>Here's the <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#990000;">before</span> in a natural wood state with sanding sealer applied. I see tables similar to this in consignment shops and flea markets pretty regularly (although the quality of the craftsmanship in this table does set it apart). Maybe you have a piece in your home like this?<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghJs1qBBsZjCI-ONTZvEdrXXqjzSE9TQoUbi2p6X9T8GuknuaqrOr8giLGJzu77DEq2kZQ1iTFHSa8x3jIbBWLEy4b9dlrwYGnP75lOkbqcaRLzc6d51YCJJob201_ZUOD2NUkrscS0N4/s1600/61366_286659199995_62836299995_1035350_4458117_n.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524923456078095794" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghJs1qBBsZjCI-ONTZvEdrXXqjzSE9TQoUbi2p6X9T8GuknuaqrOr8giLGJzu77DEq2kZQ1iTFHSa8x3jIbBWLEy4b9dlrwYGnP75lOkbqcaRLzc6d51YCJJob201_ZUOD2NUkrscS0N4/s400/61366_286659199995_62836299995_1035350_4458117_n.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 326px;" /></a>Now here's the after - stunning! In her <a href="http://www.mrsjonespaintedfinishes.com/blog/2010/08/25/perfect-symphony/">blog post</a>, Mrs. Jones mentioned that Tobi specified a soft-oyster white and accent trim of raspberry red. Here's a close-up of the perfectly painted lines that give extra definition to the piece.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3BDEroDzI-ybv5MvW60Oq6pvNAz2uuHEtDHbdP90lZ2Y76Pu9vIegRZZxWedZrnbd0mLpuB9XF367qrvNmr8cfG6J2VK_aVB8XvPxpN_MSZ6splqOu8BIi6BHtewT8690pLL0apw_BrY/s1600/DSC01265.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524941099822107266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3BDEroDzI-ybv5MvW60Oq6pvNAz2uuHEtDHbdP90lZ2Y76Pu9vIegRZZxWedZrnbd0mLpuB9XF367qrvNmr8cfG6J2VK_aVB8XvPxpN_MSZ6splqOu8BIi6BHtewT8690pLL0apw_BrY/s400/DSC01265.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh61mHpxYj9ymqGbb0YyX9IPX2cbVjR1I6zdrnsipkD5TBVvrmh3d87bb_U0n69GjmiW9536vX_x4QWKrSAJMtlbeVX9thlNM-q04DN2NVIS5YG_FSDmOMWq3cdYUUQbupO34CwvGWvX-c/s1600/63361_286659319995_62836299995_1035354_1224608_n.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524923293329348066" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh61mHpxYj9ymqGbb0YyX9IPX2cbVjR1I6zdrnsipkD5TBVvrmh3d87bb_U0n69GjmiW9536vX_x4QWKrSAJMtlbeVX9thlNM-q04DN2NVIS5YG_FSDmOMWq3cdYUUQbupO34CwvGWvX-c/s640/63361_286659319995_62836299995_1035354_1224608_n.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a>Here's a view of the space from the stairwell - giving context to the pedestal table in the space. The Showhouse is open through Oct. 11th - the designers did an amazing job and it's definitely worth it to see it in person. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">(photo by Jami Carlton via RS Designer House Facebook </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36045&id=62836299995"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">page</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">)</span><div>Go <a href="http://www.mrsjonespaintedfinishes.com/">here </a>to see more of Stephanie's work & for inspiration for possibly transforming some pieces in your home. Right now I have my eye on a mirror I bought at a flea market Saturday...</div>

Inspiration from Tobi Fairley's Table Transformation

Tobi Fairley designed a beautiful Stair Hall for the Richmond Symphony Designer House that pairs classic pieces with modern finishes and v...

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Jean Paul Gaultier & Roche Bobois

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-gRLi1eq-l0dcNvL49riEQ54pAi657R9ZDzp2K9e8K538jsV12hTaut2_NbLgk3QX-lfplcxq_bAwvRupSzEC0DhSaJ5n9WDWdQz_dxUxdYkUYSMu4Y1EZqhyphenhyphenl2GcrVW2XyBAVHmmmlE/s1600/P1080320.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524741540535272578" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-gRLi1eq-l0dcNvL49riEQ54pAi657R9ZDzp2K9e8K538jsV12hTaut2_NbLgk3QX-lfplcxq_bAwvRupSzEC0DhSaJ5n9WDWdQz_dxUxdYkUYSMu4Y1EZqhyphenhyphenl2GcrVW2XyBAVHmmmlE/s640/P1080320.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width:" /></a>A few weeks ago I had a chance to attend a party celebrating the Washington D.C. launch of the new Jean Paul Gaultier collection for <a href="http://www.roche-bobois.com/">Roche Bobois</a>, which marks its 50th anniversary this year. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkUcNmboqoMmF0TNGVvz_wIfXt3vq6loXLZNJc11LRzLoj_-yS6oQcovvswwPC0xrEjuN_TrMEUfWtJutDFmuAvVlcdv6-H1etVnBsLAFDUFZo2cYPVuUeTEXkkAI6INI-qY_P4LPvUSs/s1600/P1080319.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524740993763825682" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkUcNmboqoMmF0TNGVvz_wIfXt3vq6loXLZNJc11LRzLoj_-yS6oQcovvswwPC0xrEjuN_TrMEUfWtJutDFmuAvVlcdv6-H1etVnBsLAFDUFZo2cYPVuUeTEXkkAI6INI-qY_P4LPvUSs/s640/P1080319.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a>The blend of high fashion and interior design is evident in the mix of nautical stripes and striking patterns in the pieces for this limited collection. Gaultier updated the Mah Jong sofa, originally created for Roche Bobois by Hans Hopfer in the 1970's, with glam fabrics. Along with being hip looking, this sofa was extremely comfortable and included adjustable cushions that lengthened the seat back.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTLuz3Hq8RvXOD7qZkVMAQVij3tnLDkHGgWFz1WKYDYAn7TQ0Sa53RUZ5XmCIUCu-6n-QYOBmFOb2sW0fdsE933hsoS24PtSQTWVI4AIxLm0xTBzoWVfO4LLIVEgyUpIQQEYB8A0wtkZQ/s1600/jeanpaulgaultier_stripedsofarug.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524746606814865538" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTLuz3Hq8RvXOD7qZkVMAQVij3tnLDkHGgWFz1WKYDYAn7TQ0Sa53RUZ5XmCIUCu-6n-QYOBmFOb2sW0fdsE933hsoS24PtSQTWVI4AIxLm0xTBzoWVfO4LLIVEgyUpIQQEYB8A0wtkZQ/s640/jeanpaulgaultier_stripedsofarug.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a>This press release image does much better justice to the crisp coloring than my photos.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL1u8qzfvf25HKOae_MAsyRvFvfG67rf1qx4o0-spe0mtLRRBG4o2i-14x5osb1EfGjFaD40hiOSJV02FOQNsOrFUNIeTzzgTMaSBEMmQTYIEUa0zAthxnNyR8svR2kWn1TTT_uDl9s_s/s1600/P1080317.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524740810668063106" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL1u8qzfvf25HKOae_MAsyRvFvfG67rf1qx4o0-spe0mtLRRBG4o2i-14x5osb1EfGjFaD40hiOSJV02FOQNsOrFUNIeTzzgTMaSBEMmQTYIEUa0zAthxnNyR8svR2kWn1TTT_uDl9s_s/s400/P1080317.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5CxtySG7vMcAbgXi-igTWAdnn6HRCxtXriezZWpaj2duoyBhy1lAorbRei4wUegvoLibyxuuqRK-gowE6ilGVcczbfzuISdOFITi4_auuhrARLeprY1_sjtQyEhvDQDN0BV1J7aQxYP0/s1600/P1080325.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524740316938214818" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5CxtySG7vMcAbgXi-igTWAdnn6HRCxtXriezZWpaj2duoyBhy1lAorbRei4wUegvoLibyxuuqRK-gowE6ilGVcczbfzuISdOFITi4_auuhrARLeprY1_sjtQyEhvDQDN0BV1J7aQxYP0/s640/P1080325.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a>My favorite - this Roman chariot inspired chair. So fun!!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGZOCsSoS514OrqEoi5eW-uJD7iidSAiffbYnTLxPXoEzZ5MusGRNSNO_EjeYYN7TVxgQtO30DzxXoqeaFhK85-67a6UEMYqIOS5NQ3qqXwqttbGPhi-y3CQn_KTFbGCbHpi0BU98pQIU/s1600/P1080327.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524740169202858338" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGZOCsSoS514OrqEoi5eW-uJD7iidSAiffbYnTLxPXoEzZ5MusGRNSNO_EjeYYN7TVxgQtO30DzxXoqeaFhK85-67a6UEMYqIOS5NQ3qqXwqttbGPhi-y3CQn_KTFbGCbHpi0BU98pQIU/s640/P1080327.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1RtTWKnu26NjqbbURGKtIzwj0THn2_PCAIzK434GPR5mUnKbYxH6ozcBpaKxrYXsV-tdVQJ7HcjfZ7jYKcNublMWVlJ6h5GL29_T6VFtCeVY5Q30tOvnJO1Mtft4nJ6zcKhyChxihxrs/s1600/P1080329.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524739594680149394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1RtTWKnu26NjqbbURGKtIzwj0THn2_PCAIzK434GPR5mUnKbYxH6ozcBpaKxrYXsV-tdVQJ7HcjfZ7jYKcNublMWVlJ6h5GL29_T6VFtCeVY5Q30tOvnJO1Mtft4nJ6zcKhyChxihxrs/s640/P1080329.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a>Scott Fazzini of Domicidal Maniac did an <a href="http://www.domicidalmaniac.blogspot.com/2010/08/jean-paul-gaultier-pour-roche-bobois.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#990000;">in-depth post</span></a> with very interesting information about the designer. The DC area Roche Bobois is located at 5310 Wisconsin Ave, Washington DC (Maza Gallerie area)

Jean Paul Gaultier & Roche Bobois

A few weeks ago I had a chance to attend a party celebrating the Washington D.C. launch of the new Jean Paul Gaultier collection for Roche B...

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