64InTheBox by Susan Currie Design

New Orleans’ Magazine Street: My Favorite Shops

2012-05-17T03:04:42Z

I recently moved from Atlanta to New Orleans and am balancing interior design projects in both places. In NOLA, I’ve been enjoying walks beneath the lazy Oak limbs in Audubon Park as well as shopping at the fabulous boutiques on Magazine Street. Here are the New Orleans shops I recommend, whether you’re a Big Easy native or just visiting:

Objets Trouves
This is a wonderful place offering original art, framing and accessories. The owner, Linda, has a flare for finding great artists!

Bremermann Designs
Gerrie Bremermann has a shop filled with antiques and unique finds for the home. You’ve likely seen her published in shelter magazines; she’s a well-established designer in New Orleans, and an inspiration for all.

White Camellia
The White Camellia has lots of stylish accessories, and you have to check out the back patio for great outdoor décor!

Fleurty Girl
This is one of my favorite shops that captures the true spirit of New Orleans. Don’t miss the great T-shirts and wearable décor.

Rye Shop
Rye is another great shop for clothing, jewelry and accessories. My friend Giselle owns it, so tell her that I told you to stop by!

Clement Hardware & Variety
Located at the corner of Magazine and State Streets, Clement Hardware is a walk back in time. They’ll even help you repair a lamp or find the right hardware or tool for the job. Look for the old gas space heaters that many of us remember—I certainly have memories of standing in front of the heater early on a chilly morning in Mississippi getting warm.

Lilette Restaurant and La Petit Grocery
Don’t forget to get some nourishment and stop for lunch at Lilette Restaurant or La Petit Grocery while you’re shopping. There’s so much to see!

What are your favorite destinations on Magazine Street?

Image via Southern Living

Design Trend: Modern Art-Inspired Furnishings

2012-05-16T02:54:25Z

The High Point Market is a biannual trade show for the furnishings industry, attracting thousands of attendees and exhibitors each spring and fall. With a wide array of home products being introduced at the events, it’s no surprise that a number of commonalities are seen, and thus, trends emerge. The Market Style Report for Spring/Summer 2012 came out earlier this week, and I was drawn to a few of the trends in particular.

One of my favorites is a home design trend that’s “on the horizon”—modern art-inspired furniture and accessories. According to the Market Style Report:

“Painterly themes are moving to modern art with pops of color and graphic styles.”

Some of the products spotted in line with this trend include this eye-catching loveseat and chair from Indonesia Rattan, as well as this color-blocked rug from Surya.

What a fun way to add color to interior design! What do you think of this artsy trend?

Images via highpointmarket.org

Colorful Ranges for Kitchen Design

2012-05-07T18:19:02Z

One of the design trends noted from the Architectural Digest Home Design Show earlier this year was bright color—and not always where you’d think. The magazine shared this aqua Aga range, which offers a great pop of surprising color to a white kitchen.

I’ve been thinking about the idea of colorful ranges for the heart of the home since Veranda did an article on them a few months ago. The piece showcased ranges from red and yellow to green and blue, including Fratelli Onofri’s Royal Chiantishire model.

Aga also has colorful options beyond the teal range featured in Architectural Digest. Its Six-Four Series ranges are available in more than 10 hues, including this stunning Aubergine.

I’m also a fan of Jenn-Air’s Oiled Bronze finish for the kitchen.

What do you think of colorful ranges? If you’re looking for an interior designer in New Orleans or Atlanta, give me a call today at 504-237-6112.

Images: 1 via Architectural Digest; 2 via bluestarcooking.com; 3 via aga-ranges.com; 4 via jennair.com