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January 11, 2012
Khrome Studios Relocates
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Khrome Studios is pleased to announce the addition of its newest showroom at the SFDC, Showplace 305. This new location provides Khrome Studio’s dedicated staff a larger space (an additional 2700 sq. feet) and is right off the third floor elevator meaning easier access and higher visibility to display its unique, contemporary home furnishings. Gioi Tran from the San Francisco based design firm Applegate Tran is leading the showroom design and build-out. Everyone at Khrome Studios and Applegate Tran is thrilled to be working on this collaboration.
After making a lateral market move with her Direct Designs Home business in 1991, by converting operations to sell directly to designers and architects, Ms. McMullen learned anything was possible. “We have a passion for design, and over the years we have tried everything, from a ‘lab-rat area’, where the furniture wouldn’t sell no matter what we did to it; to a ‘goosebump showcase’ named for that particular sensation I had when I saw something I loved”, said McMullen. This passion has evolved to what is now Khrome Studios’ unique Euro-style lines and private label modern collections that will be on display at this new designer showroom. For more information about Khrome Studios, Go here.
January 10, 2012
The Sensational Color for Your Home Color Certification Course is Back!
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The Sensational Color for Your Home Color Certification Course for Interior Design Professionals comes to the San Francisco Design Center once again on Monday, March 5 and Tuesday, March 6,2012. The course will be held in the SFDC Galleria #212.
Unlock the secrets of color and capture new clients. This two day interactive and information packed course builds upon your professional design experience, forming a solid foundation of color expertise!
-Master the art of combining colors and creating schemes
-Learn how people react to color and why
-Uncover the secrets to infusing emotion into your designs with color
-Discover the color your client really wants even when she doesn’t know herself
-Color your future successful with ongoing support, benefits, and education
-Earn 8 CEU Hours – accredited by ASID, IIDA, IDEC, IDC, and NKBA. IDCEC course #5704
For more information and to register go to go here or contact Kiki Titterud at kiki@colorforyourhome.com or 612.242.4571.
December 20, 2011
HAUTE DOG | SF – A RUNWAY FASHION SHOW
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Friday, February 3rd
5:30 – 8:30 PM
SFDC Galleria Atrium
On February 3rd, 2012, fashion history will be made. San Francisco’s most fashionable pooches will strut their stuff on the catwalk, (or is it dogtrot?) as they showcase couture outfits designed specifically for them by some of the Bay Area’s most prominent interior designers, and with oh-so-fabulous fabrics provided by the fabric showrooms of the SFDC. Trust us, you’ll be howling with delight at the antics of these doggie fashionistas. Canine obsessives and fanatics will be able to Posh Pup Lane, an emporium of doggie delights featuring unique canine products, services, specialties and gift items for the pooch who has everything.
To cap it off, a silent auction will feature doggie experiences never before witnessed in the annals of Dogdom. Be a bold bidder as we support Canine Companions for Independence, the event’s official charity and an organization that provides highly-trained assistance dogs for children and adults with disabilities, free of charge.
If you’re a dog lover, as we are, and believe in the power of a dog’s ability to transform the lives of disabled children, adults and veterans, please join us in a fun and festive event MC’d by Wilkes Bashford to welcome Canine Companions for Independence to San Francisco. As our friends at CCI would say, “Help is a four-legged word™.
This event is complimentary for Design professionals, please RSVP to rsvp@sfdesigncenter.com. Non-design professionals may go here to purchase a ticket for $15. Sponsored by 7×7 magazine and the Luxury Marketing Council of San Francisco. If you cannot attend the event but would like to donate, please go here.
December 9, 2011
Brentano – 2012 Color Forecast
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Donghia, Inc.
SFDC Galleria #144
The end of the year is always filled with reflection, as well as anticipation, for what the next year will bring. In this year’s annual color forecast, Brentano looks back on the successes and trends of 2011 and predicts what’s in store for the interior design world in 2012. To do this, the Brentano design department evaluates their previous and upcoming collections, consults their sales team about client requests, and gathers to discuss what they’ve observed lately in the world of design.
As a leader in designer textiles in a range of beautiful colors, Brentano knows that interior design colors do not change as rapidly as those in fashion. As Brentano Design Director Iris Wang points out—this is a positive aspect; otherwise, everyone would be pressured to change upholstery fabric and drapery with far too much frequency. Additionally, interior design relies on base colors, often hues of tried-and-true neutrals, to create a classic palette. However, she points out that there are always slight changes, as well as fun new additions that can be added to an interior through use of accent pieces, such as chair backs and pillows.
The six colors singled out for 2012 include: Marine – A continuation from 2011, Marine is a navy that plays up the rich, jewel-toned aspect of the color while keeping true to its classic appeal. Sprout – This bright, yellow-green shade is perfect for livening up an atmosphere. Use it for accent pieces to give interiors a fun, current twist. Tangerine – A saturated orange with a touch of red, tangerine offers a fresh counterpart to sophisticated neutrals. Paper White – 2011 saw a move from creamier neutrals to this “true white” that is pure, clean, and luxurious—the perfect basic to continue using in 2012. Graphite – While Brentano’s 2011 color forecast called for silvery, platinum hues, 2012 will see grays shifting to a darker charcoal that looks beautiful with colors (such as deep yellows and purples), or pairs perfectly with neutral shades. Linen – Linen looks beautiful as a crisp white or dyed a vibrant color, but also has a natural appeal in its unprocessed, raw form. Its comforting, clean feel works as a neutral, but also offers stunning warmth that makes it the perfect color for a subtle palette.
October 26, 2011
Why Interior Designers Need to Know About QR Codes
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Go ahead....scan the code with your code reading app and see where it takes you!
Beryn Hammil knows her stuff. She’s not only an interior designer but a self-proclaimed chic-geek propeller hat wearing techy. If you follow her blog, Facebook or Twitter, it’s a wonder she has the time to do anything, besides inform her followers on the latest and greatest tips and tricks of the tech world.
One subject in particular that we feel is important for designers to learn about is a unique bar code called a QR code. You’ve seen them before and maybe overlooked the tiny square or didn’t know (or care) what they were…well, according to Beryn, if you haven’t already, you must start using a QR code reader app on your smartphone.
Don’t know what a QR code is? Don’t know why you need to know how to use it? Find out here!
October 25, 2011
American Decorative Arts Forum: “California Design: Living in the Modern Way, 1930-1965″
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On Tuesday, December 13, 2011, the American Decorative Arts Forum would very much like to be on your December 2011 calendar and events list for this very special upcoming event by Wendy Kaplan, Department Head and Curator of Decorative Arts and Design at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. (The American Decorative Arts Forum is an affiliate of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.)
Time Details: 8:00 PM; Mini-exhibit at 7:15 PM from private collections (Modernist furniture and decorative objects, such as bowls, tiles, ceramics, and clothing from 1930 – 1965).
Venue: Koret Auditorium, de Young Museum
Admission: $15 non-SFDC members $10 SFDC members
Contact: Rob Speaks (speaksr@aol.com) or Gordon Fine (415-346-4856)
Web Site: www.adafca.org
Lecturer: Wendy Kaplan graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s Degree in American Civilization, followed by a Master’s Degree from the Winterthur program in Early American Culture. She has held curatorial positions at the Wolfsonian-Florida International Universityin Miami; the Glasgow Museums in Scotland (not coincidentally the city of Charles Rennie Mackintosh); and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Ms Kaplan has been, since 2001, the department head and curator of Decorative Arts and Design at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
October 20, 2011
The Curated Home: Designing Today with Art & Antiques
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San Francisco Fall Antiques Show
Lecture Series: Designer Saturday
SFDC members $10
Non-members $15
Interior Designers and Authors Thomas Jayne, David Kleinberg, and Suzanne Lovell
Moderated by Suzanne Tucker
Saturday, October 29th
2:30 PM
Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason
In honor of the show’s 30th anniversary, celebrated interior designers will offer their trade secrets and professional advice on integrating fine and decorative arts with diverse architecture, textiles, finishes, and client sensibilities. These experts from across the country will share images and ideas from their new publications: Thomas Jayne on The Finest Rooms in America: 50 Influential Interiors from the 18th Century to the Present (The Monacelli Press, 2010), ranging from historic Monticello to contemporary Manhattan; Traditional Now: Interiors by David Kleinberg (The Monacelli Press, 2011), whose work updates the influence of his early career at the New York City firm of Parish-Hadley; Artistic Interiors: Designing with Fine Art Collections (Stewart, Tabori & Chang, 2011), showcasing Chicagoan Suzanne Lovell’s unique approach to designing custom environments; and insights from San Francisco’s own tastemaker, Suzanne Tucker.
Presented in collaboration with The Northern California Chapter of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art and the San Francisco Design Center. Benefits Enterprise for High School Students.
Supporting Sponsor: California Homes. Book-signing reception to follow.
To purchasse tickets go here. Please note to receive the SFDC member rate, you may purchase over the phone by calling (415) 989-9019 or pay at the door. Remember to bring your SFDC member badge!
October 19, 2011
Designing Your Holidays with Scot Meacham Wood
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Designing Your Holidays
November 3, 2011
6:00 – 9:00 PM
Kravet – SFDC Galleria #120
Join Kravet and the San Francisco Design Center for an evening of inspirational ideas and holiday merriment for everyone who relishes those celebrations from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve. Noted San Francisco interior designer and popular blogger Scot Meacham Wood will guide you through creating a most memorable holiday season!
Demonstrations will include:
“First Impressions – Creating Breathtaking Invitations”
“Concocting Custom Cocktails”
“Creating the Perfect Table”
“Nibbles – The Perfect Cocktail Party Menu”
and much, much more . . .
Space is limited so RSVP to events@smwdesign.com to reserve your seat . . .
For more information go here. Sponsored by California Home + Design Magazine
October 17, 2011
Home for the Holidays
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Designers’ Wednesday
November 2, 2011
12:00 – 2:00 PM
Home for the Holidays with Chef Lea McIntosh of
Nesting Newbies and Jeannie Fraise of Lotus Bleu
Baker Knapp & Tubbs, Showplace #410
Lotus Bleu Table Linens
We are closing our 2011 Designers’ Wednesday Seminar Series on a fun and festive note!
Join Chef Lea of Nesting Newbies as she reveals how to prepare (and enjoy!) some of her favorite holiday inspired culinary creations and Jeannie Fraise of Lotus Bleu as she demonstrates how to create festive holiday tablescapes in this highly provocative, interactive and creative presentation for holiday entertaining.
Tasty nibbles and flowing bubbles included, of course. Cheers!
