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Monthly Archives: November 2014

Architectural Details Intrigue Me. Mall Shopping, Not So Much.

08 Saturday Nov 2014

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architecture, Design, interior design, shopping, skylights, UTC

So the exciting news in Sarasota is that our new regional mall opened recently- University Town Center (UTC). It provides the usual mall-shopping experience with the normal stores you might expect as well as some very upscale shopping and dining experiences – Sak’s Fifth Avenue, Tesla Motors, and Capital Grille.

I am not much of a mall-shopper myself. In fact the first time I ventured to the new mall a few weeks ago to meet friends for Happy Hour, I didn’t even feel compelled to go in and take a peek. But last night, after meeting the same said-group of friends, I realized that even though I had no desire to go window shopping, let alone actually purchase anything, I DID want to see the architecture.

I was not overwhelmed by the architectural prowess of whoever designed this space, but I did appreciate it’s spacious, contemporary feel. Since it was evening, the skylights were lit up and added significantly to the ambiance. I’m sure during the day, the natural light they bring into the space is equally appreciated.

UTC-Skylight 2

UTC-Skylight 1UTC- Reception area

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Rustic or Glamorous? Love them both!

06 Thursday Nov 2014

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eclectic, furniture, glamorous, interior design, rustic, shopping

Saw these two completely different style furniture pieces yesterday while shopping for a client. Which do I like best, rustic or glamorous? I could not even begin to choose; I loved both of them for their respective design qualities. What do you think? Can you find a home for either (or both) of them in your home?

Rustic Metal and Wood Buffet Glamorous Mirrored Dressers

Lighting Trio – Use Them All and Make it FUN!

03 Monday Nov 2014

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contemporary, fun, interior design, lighting, modern

This lighting display at a local furniture store caught my attention. I know they are just hanging them together for display purposes, but wouldn’t it be fun to hang them like that above your dining table or in a corner of your living space? I would do that!

Lighting Trio

Art with Building Materials – Nailed it!

01 Saturday Nov 2014

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art, building materials, industrial, interior design

Just love this wall hanging I found yesterday that uses various sizes of nails welded together. Very cool! What do you think?

Art with Building Products Nail Art 3 Nail Art 4

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