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- August 19th, 2008
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Whet Your Appetite
My soon-to-be husband is turning 30 soon, and that calls for some celebrating. Not the "Uh-oh, somebody's getting close to the top of the hill!" kind of celebration, the "Here's to 30 years of good family, friends, and you birthday boy" kind. First o
- August 18th, 2008
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Brilliant Book of the Week:
When I'm invited to someone's home for a small dinner party or gathering, I always take a peek at their library if possible. I like to see what people are interested in and what books take up their free time, I think it can tell you alot about them.O
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Mosaic Model Apartment
This past week, the renegade interior stylist team at High Fashion Home was let loose upon the Mosaic, a new high rise residential tower in Houston. Yours truly the D*signAddict along with SarahWithStyle were given an empty model apartment to decorat
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Color Story
Want to give your place a bit of a visual boost? I love the idea of organizing your books by color. It's almost like it creates a little piece of art in your bookshelves. I've organized my books by color before (but I like to change it up often-
- August 14th, 2008
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Domino: Decorating on a Budget
Check out Domino's Budget Decorating: $1 Design Finds! That's right, amazing looking pieces for under $1. "Snärtig" vase $0.79 each, ikea.com"Lion's Head" small bowl $.85 each, crateandbarrel.com for locations."National Airline" forks and knives,
- August 8th, 2008
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Uncanny Coincidence? Hmmmmmmmmmm...
It's a Friday and I've got a little down time to indulge in one of my biggest luxuries... reading new issues of interior and industrial design magazines. So, when I noticed an interesting chandelier shaped like a boat in Elle Decor September 2008 it
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We *Heart* Wood Floors
I grew up in NYC. This is not a disclaimer, just a little factoid. I guess I have a nostalgic love of old pre-war apartments with all their glorious imperfections and built in bookshelves, decorative moldings and warm, worn, old wood floors. Since
- August 7th, 2008
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PR5 Report: Episode 4
I was a fan of Leanne's design. Stay on this track, Leanne!!! A challenge worthy of the gods... well almost, actually. The designers were challenged to create a look for our American Olympians for the opening ceremony of the Summer Games, and, oh bo
- August 6th, 2008
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Going to the Chapel
During my daily blog read-a-thon, I came across a contest at Coco+Kelley and I think it's fantastic. Why? 1. Contests are fun and bring out my extremely suppressed competitive side. 2. Weddings are also fun and bring out my girly side (which is ne
- August 5th, 2008
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Going Undercover
I knew a girl in college who refused to wear clothing made of synthetic materials because she didn't like the way it felt on her skin. The very same girl would buy and sleep on the cheapest, scratchiest sheets known to man. That makes no sense to m
- July 31st, 2008
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PR5 Report: Episode Three: Now With More Leatha!
So Stella finally got her hands on her beloved leatha! Hooray!Last night's episode was (I thought) more interesting than previous episodes in terms of fashion. We really got more of an idea of what everyone's style is than before. I mean, really,
- July 30th, 2008
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We *Heart* The USPS
Hey you design-a-holic... were you aware of how cool the new postage stamp is? Because I am totally crushing on the Charles and Ray Eames commmorative sheet. I am definitely getting a few, one for framing on my wall like the big design dork I am, a
- July 25th, 2008
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Don't Forget to Say "Thank You!"
When someone is kind enough to let you stay in their home, whether for one night or one month, it's common knowledge that you should thank them. When the trip is an extended one, it's generally expected that you thank your host or hostess (or both) w
- July 24th, 2008
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PR5 Report: Episode 2
Well, last night's episode of Project Runway was a wild ride. It seems the theme for last night was too short, badly fitted, and talking in the third person. The old routine of creating a schtick just to get a clip reel dedicated to you during the re
- July 23rd, 2008
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Everything But The Kitchen Table...
A preppy kitchen booth with extra storage below is always handy. Lately, I've been hunting for the perfect kitchen table and chairs. Something small enough for my little apartment's dining room, but still enough to fill the breakfast nook of a house
- July 21st, 2008
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The HF List: Oh What a Tangled Web...
I remember those days, maybe 10 years ago, when the internet was not the behemoth that it is today. The web was there, but it wasn't so world wide. Today, most people spend a good portion of their workday on the internet, not to mention their downtim
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HF Weekly Obsession:
I put this little vignette together just for this photo. Something classic (the tufted 1430 Loveseat from Lee Industries in Tampa Slate), a couple things organic (the Organic Cocktail Table and the Twig Table in Brass & Black Granite), and somet
- July 18th, 2008
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Be Bold!
If you were ever interested in getting a first hand peek at what High Fashion Home really looks like, here is a little video that was recently shot showing a good cross section of our furniture and fabrics. high fashion home www.highfashionhome.
- July 17th, 2008
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PR5 Report: Episode 1
From left: Terri's top crocheted from mopheads; Blayne's leotard (certainly turned the judges heads!) made from cabinet liners and woven jumprope.As a lot of you may know, Project Runway 5 started last night. I can tell this is going to be a bumpy ri
- July 14th, 2008
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Project Runway Season 5: Here We Go Again!
The bios of the contestants for Season 5 have just been released (2 days before the premiere which airs Wednesday night at 9pm/8pm Central). 16 designers will duke it out for the chance to show at Fashion Week and, of course, the grand prize. I'll re
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The HF List: Fall Trends Report 2008
A couple days ago, D*sign Addict and I hit up a Fashion Group International: Fall Trends 2008 seminar. We got to see what will be hot for Fall 2008 (besides the Houston weather), so that we could bring it to you. While their report was quite extens
- July 11th, 2008
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High Fashion Home E-Commerce Coming Soon!
Finally....after 9 months of tireless work, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. In less than a month, High Fashion Home will be finally be immersed into the e-commerce world. You'll have the ability to buy over 2,000 items of unique furnitur
- July 9th, 2008
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ABC Carpet & Home. Where Amazing Happens.
ABC Carpet & Home is a mega chic, home furnishings emporium located on Broadway in New York City. It's the largest rug and carpet store in the world, attracting 1 million visitors a year. The company's array of products include not only carpets
- July 8th, 2008
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The HF List: Summer Vacation for Grown-Ups
If you're a parent, more than likely your summer vacations will be limited to kid-friendly locales like beaches, theme parks, and the occasional zoo. If you are not a parent, more than likely you don't want to spend your summer vacation with other pe
- July 7th, 2008
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A Starck Reality Show!
Mention his name to any architect, and you'll get some very polarizing opinions about this world famous artist-designer. Philippe Starck's ubiquitous brand stretches across innovative toothbrushes, unique furniture, spectactular interior desig
- July 5th, 2008
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HF Weekly Obsession: Minimalist Impact
The Tahoe Dining Table by Maria YeeCall it warm minimalism. Warm: Rustic, textural RidgeBamboo in earthy shades of brown sits atop Minimalist: Curved steel legs in a brushed nickel finish. The shape says simple, but the materials say splendor. And t
- July 4th, 2008
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Independence Day: The Recipe Guide
Independence Day is a great holiday. We can celebrate the birth of our great nation, barbeque some burgers, and set off fireworks all in one night. If you're heading to a party this year, don't show up emptyhanded! Make something easy, festive, and a
- July 2nd, 2008
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Name You Should Know: Hella Jongerius
There are lots of designers now that blur the line between design and art, but nobody does it like Hella Jongerius. The Dutch designer creates products that are as beautiful and they are functional. Her look is all over the board, from traditional ce
- June 26th, 2008
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The Dotted Line
Everything's covered in holes. Not the rat-chewed-through-the-sheets kinda holes. Intentional, strategically placed holes. Like eyelet, but not as sugary. If you're considering a change this summer, get perforated. Dunham china by Ralph Lauren
- June 25th, 2008
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Sex and the City
I finally got to see Sex and the City the movie with my lovely co-workers and it was FANTASTIC! I definitely agree with Carrie Bradshaw when saying that women want two things: Labels and Love. Labels are a new found love of mine and love, itself, is
- June 24th, 2008
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Faux Bois for Mois!
As our world heads away from the space age to the more earthy eco-chic, the entire aesthetic of design has shifted. Not only do accessories have to be environmentally healthy, but it helps if they look the part as well. I know I've already write a co
- June 20th, 2008
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Fashion vs. Furniture
Once again, you can look to your wardrobe to inspire your home decor and vice versa. Although, this time around, your dressers and bookcases are doing to work. Take your cues from the pieces we love and the pieces you have to make your look totally c
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Blogs We "Heart": Design*Sponge
I like to think of myself as a crafty kind of gal, and not in the Beastie Boys "she's crafty" kind of way mind you! As someone who works in display, I am constantly on the lookout for creative ideas to inspire me. Design*Sponge never fails. Every da
- June 19th, 2008
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Sprig: Good Wood for a Green and Gorgeous Home
Legian Bed: Harvested mahogany combined with a stunning design.Sprig.com was kind enough to highlight our Legian Bed. If you haven't checked out their site, it's pretty cool. Sprig.com's mission is to find eco-friendly alternative products withou
- June 16th, 2008
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Notes From The Design Team: Soar Into Summer
Silk Embellished KitesSummer doesn't officially start until the 28th, but here in Houston it has felt hot enough to be summer for months. The display team is dreaming of vacations and blue skies and tropical get-a-ways. Since our thoughts were alrea
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Brilliant Book of the Week:
Hey guys! Sorry it's been so long since I've posted---again! I have found an awesome sustainable living book for you though so I hope that makes up for my tardiness. I'm sure almost everyone is green-ed out by now but it's not a fad that will go away
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How To: Be Prepared for Unexpected Guests
There you are, sitting on the sofa enjoying the company of a good book and a cold glass of lemonade when the phone rings. A friend wants to "drop by" and stay for a "couple of nights". That's okay, right? You wish you hadn't answered the phone. Unexp
- June 9th, 2008
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My Green Hero: Ami McKay
If you've been a reader of our humble blog for a while, you might remember my previous post about Pure by Ami McKay. Well, Ms. McKay certainly isn't one to rest on her laurels because, since that post, her line has exploded! After a few back and fort
- June 7th, 2008
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HF Weekly Obsession: Writer's Block
Sometimes furniture surprises you. What seems like one thing turns out to be another thing completely. Take, for example, this:An unassuming chest of drawers (though quite beautiful). But, turn the top key and...Surprise! Hidden drawers to store your
- June 6th, 2008
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Blogs We "Heart": Notcot
I have a confession. I am addicted to the blog notcot.org. It is not a secret to anyone who knows me well, or those who pass by my desk at work and catch me drooling over every new post. I am equally as smitten with the sister sites tastespotting.co
- June 3rd, 2008
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The HF List: Five Trends That Make Me Cringe (and five that I'll always love)
All things fashion come and go. Remember Madonna's major cone bra? And those platform boots with the goldfish in them? So, maybe we'd prefer not to remember some things. Interior design is just like fashion design. There are trends that come in and o
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Peddle Power: City Bikes We Like
Two and a half years ago, I sold my dying car for parts. I never bought a replacement. That makes me sort of an anomaly here in Houston where the weather and urban planning do not lend themselves to a walker friendly environment. I have many answer
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- June 2nd, 2008
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Eco with Ease
I just got back from the most relaxing vacation in San Jose. Nothing but a long weekend of sun, family, and good wine! From the second I stepped off the plane, I noticed a few differences in this sunny state. For example: When my sister and I pulled
- May 28th, 2008
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Solar Lily Pads
I saw this on Inhabitat recently and thought this was brilliantly innovative. These Solar Lily Pads, inspired by nature, involve placing large solar panel discs on the surface of the River Clyde. The "lily pad" discs were created by ZM Architectur
- May 27th, 2008
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French Decadence: Le BelleChasse
Hotel Le BelleChasseI just flipped through the June issue of Metropolitan Home, when I landed on this page stopper. Number 49 on the Design 100 list was none other than Hotel Le BelleChasse. This immaculate hotel is located blocks from the Musee d'
- May 23rd, 2008
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Top 5: Green Sports Cars by Inhabitat
Eco-Luxury Driving.I'm pretty happy driving my Toyota Prius. Of course, my perspective is not of one that is a "car aficionado." Hybrid cars are becoming a much more relevant topic, especially due to higher gas prices and greater concerns for the
