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The Inspiration House Featured on Cover of Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles Magazine

2012-05-18T13:25:54Z

The buzz about the Cathedral Antiques Show and Tour of Homes still has much life from the event held earlier this year. The shelter magazine, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, continues to celebrate the artistic nature and adamant success of the show by featuring this year’s Inspiration House on the cover of the June 2012 issue. Although February’s event marked the 41st show for the Cathedral of St. Philip, this is only the second year for the Inspiration House, shaped and molded by more than 20 interior designers. Inside the magazine is a 28-page spread that details the concepts for each designer and the room they completed. Make sure to get the new insight and the in-depth story behind the Inspiration House by picking up an issue today.

The Inspiration House Featured on Cover of Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles

Photo via AH&L

House Beautiful Features House Filled with Antiques

2012-05-16T18:43:08Z

Are you an antique addict? Then this blog will certainly tickle your fancy. We know that many of you are already avid readers of shelter magazines, so we’d like to share with you a beautiful spread in House Beautiful published recently. This editorial wonderfully honored antiques in a way the Cathedral Antiques Show and Tour of Homes can appreciate. It displays a treasure trove of antiques, with vintage pieces and collectibles strewn throughout most rooms of a house. The home is Victorian, Scandinavian and indicative of anything that reminds us of the old romantic Europe.

Do you want to emulate the lovely look? Try infusing your home with soft shades of gray and accenting rustic cream colors. The ambiance is very crisp and fresh. Of course we couldn’t wait to share these photos with you. Leave a comment below, and let us know what you think. Who knew being an antique addict was such a great thing?

House Beautiful Features House Design Filled with Antiques

Photos via verdigrisvie

Use Vintage Suitcases for Interior Design

2012-05-14T15:03:20Z

Do you have antique suitcases from your parents or grandparents that are tucked away? Pull ‘em out because you can liven up the look of your home with vintage suitcases and trunks.

It’s a lovely look that any antique lover will swoon over, and you’ll find that the photos in this blog impeccably show how use your suitcases to the optimum. Use stacked vintage suitcases to serve as a side, entry or coffee table. It will have an everyday function, and also will be just as charming as any other accent piece in the home. Also think of using them as uniquely-styled storage. If the vintage suitcase is smaller, have it function as a card or mail holder, in order to keep you organized. And if you have a pet in the family, a large enough suitcase might make for a great ped bed by just adding a few cushions to make it comfy. If you have other ideas, leave a comment below. We’d love to know what ideas you’ve got.

Use Vintage Suitcases for Interior Design

Photos via SheKnows.com

Antique Boxes

2012-05-10T12:28:48Z

In this post, we really do want you to think outside of the box — literally. Some antique boxes on CountryLiving.com caught our attention recently. Because of the fine, intricate details and unique looks and style, we decided to share some of our favorites on this blog. Of course, luxury comes with a price. And to give you an idea of what fine taste costs, we’ve also included the cost. Take a gander at these charming collectibles, and as always, let us know which is your favorite and what you think of the antique boxes. Just leave a comment below, or post a message on Facebook. Enjoy.

19th Century Papier-Mache Sewing Box Valued at $2,500

20th Century Geometric Cedar Chest Valued at $450

20th Century Trinket Box Valued at $350

English Gothic Style Lift-Top Blanket Chest Valued at $1500

1911 Boys Union Tool Chest Valued at $450

Photos via countryliving.com

Vintage Bicycles

2012-05-09T02:44:32Z

This blog post will take you back to the good ‘ole days, when everything seemed more simple and carefree. Remember the bikes many of us rode when we were kids? We’ve found some of those bikes that embraced the vintage era on various Web sites.

This bike, the Pink Cruiser from C. Wonder, is not vintage yet adopted the antique style. It’s brilliant pink color made its rounds on the media circuit, even landing a spot on the Ellen DeGeneres show.

C. Wonder Pink Cruiser

This is the Gary Fisher Simple City, Stylish Urban Commuter Bike.

Gary Fisher Simple City, Stylish Urban Commuter Bike.

How about this Gucci Limited Edition for the 2008 Olympics or the One Fine Lady?

The Gucci Limited Edition for the 2008 Olympics

"One Fine Lady" from Velorbis

Leave a comment below, and let us know what you think of the vintage bikes featured. We’d love to know which is your favorite.

Photos via suz-anneooi.blogspot.com and tumblr.com

Little Changes Add Big Vintage Style

2012-04-27T15:39:04Z

Buying vintage items is certainly worth the investment for your home’s decor. And as the old saying affirms, a little really does go a long way. You truly can make minor additions or changes through vintage upgrades that will make such a large difference. In fact, those of us at The Cathedral Antiques Show and Tour of Homes have listed below a few ideas that might help get your wheels turning. If you have other ideas to share, let us know by commenting below and leaving a message our Facebook page.

Add upholster chair cushions with vintage grain sacks.
Use vintage doorknobs and drawer pulls as coat hooks.
Lean an old wooden ladder against a wall to be used as a towel holder.
Make vintage doors into headboards for the bed or a mirror for the bedroom.

Little Changes to Add Big Vintage Style

Photo via houzz.com

Vintage Bedrooms

2012-04-24T18:19:41Z

Vintage and antique themes certainly can be fun, young and fresh. Obviously, we believe that in keeping the old and blending in with the new. And we’ve got pictures that show the colorful, rich way to add a flamboyant look to a bedroom. Certainly, these bedrooms below make for sweet dreams. The romantic charms and bejeweled pillows and fabrics bring character to the spaces. These bedrooms are mesmerizing, mixing decades of tradition with the modern aesthetic. Enjoy the pictures we’ve place below. Let us know what you think by commenting below. Or drop us a line on Facebook, and tell us how you are incorporating beautiful antiques into your home’s style and look.

Vintage Bedrooms: Vintage Bed Quilt

Vintage Bedrooms: Vintage Gold Bed

Vintage Bedrooms: Vintage Gold Booknook

Vintage Bedrooms: Vintage Pictures on Turquoise Wall

Photo via apartmenttherapy.com

Vintage Rugs on White Floors

2012-04-28T03:54:35Z

We came across stunning pics of vintage rugs elegantly placed on brilliant white floors of upscale homes. The desings of these antique rugs are divine, and fit nearly every type of decor. But don’t just let us tell you how beautiful they are. You can look for yourself.

We’ve placed some of our favorites below to give you some ideas of what an antique rug can do for your space. Make sure to leave a comment below and let us know which is your fave. Or find the Cathedral Antiques Show and Tour of Homes on Facebook. If you’ve got a beautiful vintage rug, post it onto our Facebook wall. We’d love to see them.

Enjoy.

A bath in Bella Pollen's country house, via Vogue.

A dining room in Scandinavia, via Solid Frog

An attic bedroom with white painted floor; via Emmas Design Blogg

An entryway in Denmark, via Tine K

A bedroom via The Diversion Project

Photos via remodelista.com

Works of Legendary Atlanta Architect Francis Palmer Smith Chronicled in a New Book

2012-04-20T13:40:07Z

Mark your calendar for Apr. 26 when the Cathedral Bookstore at The Cathedral of St. Philip welcomes Robert M. Craig, a respected professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology and prolific book author. Craig will be joining us to give an in-depth look at his new book, The Architecture of Francis Palmer Smith, Atlanta’s Scholar-Architect Francis.

Robert M. Craig

Craig will explain how his new book chronicles the masterful work of renowned architect Francis Palmer Smith, best known for his role as the primary architect for The Cathedral of St. Philip. The book brilliantly details many prominent buildings and churches that Mr. Smith designed in Atlanta and throughout the country. And for passionate Cathedral enthusiasts, you’ll find a robust section of the book dedicated to the history of the design and construction of The Cathedral of St. Philip, complete with strikingly stunning drawings.

Join us at 7 p.m. on Apr. 26 in the Gould Room for insight into the historical creations of Smith like never before. There is no charge for this fascinating lecture and book signing. The pre-lecture reception will start at 6:30 p.m. sharp. Simply make reservations by calling 404-237-7582 or sending an email to cbs3@mindspring.com. We’ll see you there.

The Architecture of Francis Palmer Smith, Atlanta's Scholar Architect

Photo via amazon.com and Cathedral of St. Philip

What Makes an Antique Eco-Friendly?

2012-04-17T15:35:37Z

In case you haven’t heard yet, Apr. 22 is Earth Day.

And what better way to both honor and revere Mother Earth than by including antique furnishing in your home decor? It’s true. Designing with antiques is very Earth-friendly. How?

When you buy and collect antique furniture, trees do not have to be cut down or sacrificed to make new furniture. By purchasing antique furniture―even pieces which are not made from wood― you will help in reducing your carbon footprint, which is the impact you have on our planet and the result on our future generations. With antique furniture, there is no need to use and exhaust the resources we currently have or even pollute the air by transporting new materials to make furniture.

So the next time someone wants to know how they can be ‘green’, tell them to look for and buy antiques. It’s the eco-friendly thing to do.

Photo via blog.cathedralantiques.org

Drum Table: Be Eco-friendly with Antiques