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The Evolution of the Light Bulb with PPDS
Beginning October of 2012, the phasing out of the Incandescent bulb will begin. With 100W bulbs being the first to go and 40W bulbs bringing up the rear, many consumers are left wondering what to purchase now that their trusty go-to will no longer be an option. Rebecca Wilkins of PPDS writes about the past and future of incandescent lighting.
"Landscape Design Gets the Green Light" with Lentz Landscape Lighting
“Green living.” It’s a popular movement these days in design circles. And depending on whom you’re talking to, it has multiple connotations. Whether the context is furnishings or flooring, windows or water features, everyone in residential or commercial design has had to define and interpret how that phrase plays out in their little slice of it. Design Guide expert Richard Lentz, of Lentz Landscape Lighting, elaborates on the lighting trend in landscape design through Victoria Larroca- Lentz Landscape Lighting's copywriter.
"Tips of the Trade" with PPDS
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PPDS was recently hired to assist a couple in redesigning the kitchen of their new home. The existing layout was impractical for its new owners and was in need of a makeover. Luckily, space-planning is what PPDS is known for! Proving that PPDS excels in projects such as these, they felt compelled to use this project as a way to share “tips” with anyone who is presented with a challenging space. Janna Paulson with PPDS writes an informative excerpt regarding the strategy behind the design.
Innovative Lighting Design
Lighting is essential to any space. Innovative and artistic lighting is a way to make the necessary use of light, an impressive and creatively thought-out design. Although the needs of a residential and commecial space are different, incorporating well-designed artistry in sporadic areas leave a space feeling lively and not as mundane. Lights Fantastic is at the forefront of some of the most interesting and fascinating lighting designs from American-made suppliers that combine technology and creativity. The following are leading manufacturers that Lights Fantastic carry.
Designing A Dining Space
The dining space of any dwelling often represents the real heart of the home. Dining rooms bring together family and friends for sustenance, celebrations, and are a place of warmth and connection that nourish the body and soul. The dining room is a unique place that reflects your family heritage and makes new friends feel at home. J. Douglas Design, Inc. guest blogs about how to choose your décor for this special space from the heart. Their tips will help you create both a warm and fashionable room that invites and excites.
Chris Lattanzio Celebrates 12 Years of Art
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(120 inches x 40 inch table. Regularly $4,200; Celebration price $2,100)
Chris Lattanzio is an award-winning fine artist and sculptor who launched a custom furniture company in 2009. With immaculate collections and stunning artistry, Lattanzio is celebrating his 12-year reign in the industry by having a celebration discount in his studio. Utilizing Classic Lines with a Modern Twist, Chris creates custom furniture for a distinguished clientele who appreciates fine art. Using old-world joinery techniques and skillful hand finishes, these pieces are built to be enjoyed for generations. His studio will have special celebration pricing on select art works and furniture from the past 12 years. So drop in, come celebrate, and leave with some good cheer!
Outrageous Gallery
Outrageous Gallery prides itself on representing over 100 American artists who specialize in glass, acrylic, metal and mixed media. Whether it's a niche that needs to be filled or an entire home that needs to be decorated, only the most unique and exquisite art can be found at Outrageous Gallery and customizing colors and sizes are always an option. Come and get mezmurized at the newest and largest gallery in Austin, it's not like anything you've seen before.
Beyond Design: Gary Riggs Interiors' New 45,000 sq. ft Showroom
Gary Riggs will have a brand new showroom that will rival other spaces of its kind not only regionally, but nationally. The new space is on Alpha Road across from the Galleria, and will be one of the largest in the Dallas-Fort Worth area at 45,000 square feet. The immense space for his retail showroom is the product of what used to be Crate and Barrel and Restoration Hardware. By merging two vast spaces into one, Riggs is completely redesigning its exterior to tie the two architectures together.
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After Hours: A Recap of Slocum Street Style 2011
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(McGannon Showrooms with Rebecca of Gremillion & Co. and Kim Lawhorn of Design Guide)
This year the Dallas Design District was ridden with designers, vendors and interior-design enthusiasts strolling the streets of Slocum, mingling and networking with some of the most reverenced and eclectic showrooms in the area.
