Meet Bob Timberlake February 4th!

Are you an admirer of the art and design of Bob Timberlake? If you have a fondness for high style and creature comforts, and draw inspiration from heritage, family and tradition, you should take a look at the new Bob Timberlake Home for Century collection.

AND … Bob will personally introduce his new collection on Saturday, February 4th at Furnitureland South. Click here for details.

{Bob Timberlake}

{Bob Timberlake}

The artist will not only share the inspiration and stories behind his designs, but will also give away autographed catalogs, and chat with friends and fans in the casual setting of his new gallery. As much storyteller as artist, Bob creates pieces that speak of the people and places in his life.

{The Rutlege Bed}

{The Rutlege Bed}

The furniture in this collection ranges from European antiques to early Americana. Shown in the Heritage finish, these pieces are a rich, warm brown with hand-distressing that gives the feeling of age.

{Carriage House Buffet}

{Carriage House Buffet}

Beautiful upholstered pieces showcase a range of fabrics from hunt club and high country to quiet gardens and neutral, coastal palettes – the focus squarely on places that speak of relaxation and comfort.

{Upholstery featuring Ann Claiborne's Settee}
{Upholstery featuring Ann Claiborne’s Settee}

Want to see more?

Join Bob Timberlake in the Century Gallery on the 2nd floor of the Showroom from 10am-12pm on Saturday, February 4th and he’ll show you in person! Come be inspired by a life well lived.

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Back to Basics ~ Black and White

It’s no surprise to me that I’m a big fan of black and white interiors {about 95% of my business attire is black and white}. While I enjoy the beauty color adds to an interior, black and white spaces evoke elegance and class. They create rich, upscale interiors that last for decades {b&w color schemes never go out of style}.

Check out these black and white beauties.

{courtesy of Vanguard Furniture}

{courtesy of Vanguard Furniture}

{courtesy of Vanguard Furniture}

{courtesy of Vanguard Furniture}

{courtesy of Ralph Lauren}

{courtesy of Ralph Lauren}

{courtesy of Ralph Lauren}

{courtesy of Ralph Lauren}

{courtesy of Eastern Accents}

{courtesy of Eastern Accents}

{courtesy of Lexington Home Brands}

{courtesy of Lexington Home Brands}

My favorite aspect of b&w interiors is that you can add a pop of color at any time to enliven the space.
{courtesy of Century Furniture}

{courtesy of Century Furniture}

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The Tribal Vibe Beats on…

{via Century Furniture}

{via Century Furniture}

Decor drawing from native cultures will continue to expand in 2012 and beyond, inspiring furnishings with a historical perspective.

{via Vanguard Furniture}

{via Vanguard Furniture}

This nomadic trend draws heavily from North & South America, with details from Middle Eastern cultures, and island tribes sprinkled in for an even more eclectic statement.

{via Century Furniture}

{via Century Furniture}

Geometric patterns, stripes with a hand drawn feel, kilims, and animal-skin patterns will dominate fabrics.

{via Maitland-Smith}

{via Maitland-Smith}

Unique material collaboration will exhibit a hand-hewn element in wood and metal offerings.

{via Century Furniture}

{via Century Furniture}

These materials will include woven & dyed grasses, hammered iron, bark veneers, and cast iron.

{via Bentley Churchill}

{via Bentley Churchill}

Relaxed but exotic, Tribal Vibe will continue to expand on the furnishings horizon.

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The Finishing Touch

Perhaps you have a good looking room to start with, but if you’re like me I always think “What can I do to make it better?”

I recently had a client with excellent taste whose rooms had great bones, but needed a few items to “finish” them.  The pieces that she selected really helped pull her look together, complete her cohesive concept, and bring out her personality. Just by looking at her home, you can tell that she is a fun, stylish, cultured, sophisticated woman.

We ordered some classy Swaim leather barstools for her sleek granite counter. The black finish on the legs ties into the dark granite, while the curved design of the back adds interest without being a distraction from the calm surroundings.

Swaim Stools

In the hallway, we placed a sensuous Stone International bench that echoes the curved lines in the artwork above.

Stone Bench

I love how the Platt chest and John Richard horse accessory really complement the dynamic wall treatment to  create a stunning vignette.

Platt Chest John Richard Horse

This John Richard wall art anchored  the existing bench below and invites you to come take a seat.

John Richard Wall Piece[5]

The ambient lighting of this Fine Art Lamp creates a warm glow in the office and changes the overall feel of the space.

Fine Art Lamp_5_

Fine Art Lamp in Office_5_

These chic Jeffco chairs combined with a Platt end table create a cozy conversation area by the fireplace.

Jeffco Chairs, Platt End table[5]

It’s a new year, so what new items have  you thought about adding  to your home? Contact me -I will be happy to assist you.

jaimeberg@furniturelandsouth.com

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Super Bowl Shuffle

It’s almost Super Bowl time! Some of you have probably never heard of the Super Bowl Shuffle, but for the guys reading this post, it should bring back the days of the Chicago Bears: Jim McMahon and William “The Refrigerator” Perry.

How many of you are hosting a party for the big day? This may be the time to “shuffle” your furniture. If you’ve been considering making a change to your living room, the Super Bowl is as good a time as any! The “Man Cave” trend is on the rise but if you haven’t jumped on it yet, there’s still time for you to make some changes to your existing furniture.

Furnitureland South’s Outlet Center has all the newest, coolest designs from the latest Furniture Market, so why not upgrade your home before your guests arrive? One of the greatest things about our Outlet Center is instant gratification. You can take the product home with you the very same day! Or if you’re looking for more of a custom route, you can always design your furniture around your specific tastes and have it just in time for March Madness parties!

Here are some ideas to help with your Super Bowl preparations:

The “Pit”  from Huntington House

Huntington House Fabric/Leather Pit

7100 Pit Group

Check out these theater seats from Palliser!

Palliser 40826

Palliser sized

Need a good cocktail table? This one from Lorts has a couple of removable trays, making it easy to add chips and dip!

Lorts 9755

Lorts Room

So with the Super Bowl fast approaching, are you ready for the big game? Do you have enough seating for all your friends, or do you always pass on hosting the big game because you think your furniture is “Lame?”

Now is the time to get to shuffling!

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Trends in Outdoor Living

{via Gloster}

{via Gloster}

New trends in outdoor living are taking the indoors outside. A great example of this is Gloster’s outdoor collection, Cloud.

{via Gloster}

{via Gloster}

Cloud, created by London based designer Mark Gabbertas, offers a wide number of individual units that, when integrated together, create endless design possibilities.

{via Gloster}

{via Gloster}

It’s time to start thinking about your outdoor living space for spring. Let us help you create the ultimate outdoor living space just in time for spring!

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Glamour is Forever in Style

Think Old Hollywood style – the glamour of Bette Davis and Marilyn Monroe with the sophistication of Cary Grant and Clark Gable. This style draws greatly from the “Roaring 20’s” with lots of jazz-age sizzle. It incorporates 21st century classical styling, modern traditional styling, and a touch of glitz and glam into a nostalgic style statement.

{via Jane Seymour & Michael Amini}

{via Jane Seymour & Michael Amini}

Exquisite materials like exotic animal hides, rare exotic wood veneers, mirrored elements, brushed nickel, and gold leaf highlight this style borrowed from the golden age of Hollywood.

{via Jane Seymour & Michael Amini}

{via Jane Seymour & Michael Amini}

It is defined by many common denominators – grand ornamentation paired with a contemporary base, pieces that are not just linear, but also angular and display a classic silhouette revealing modern transparencies. It’s a style that gives a nod to classical design while telling a modern story.

{via Jane Seymour & Michael Amini}

{via Jane Seymour & Michael Amini}

The Hollywood Swank collection by Jane Seymour and Michael Amini embodies the boldness of this design, while the One Fifth collection from Ralph Lauren captures its elegance.

{via Ralph Lauren Home}

{via Ralph Lauren Home}

To add a bit of “star quality” to a room, include a mirrored dressing table, chest or buffet in your design. Pair it with an over-sized, tufted chaise, headboard or ottoman in a white satin or slightly metallic fabric.

{via Ralph Lauren Home}

{via Ralph Lauren Home}

Accent your space with sleek crystal and softly lustrous metal pieces, and add solid silk fabric pillows with gold or silver fringe.

Lights, Camera, Action!

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Design on a Dime

Design is often seen as a pricy matter. From end tables to rugs, the bill can really stack up. I tend to be the “budget-conscious” type. One of my greatest joys in life is finding a GREAT DEAL. This month at Furnitureland South, our MAGIC NUMBER is $3,999. For qualifying states, that number means FREE DELIVERY!!

That got me thinking, “what can one really get for around $4,000?” So, I took on the task of creating an entire room using some of my favorite pieces for under $4,500. Using some of our more affordable lines and even items from our Outlet Center, I had success. An entire room under budget! Check out some of my great finds.

Design

1. Sofa by Kincaid. They have tons of fabric options to personalize your pieces!

2. Accent Chair by Kincaid. They even let you customize on their website. Check it out!

3. Cocktail table by Bernhardt. The stone top brings a great natural element, and no coasters needed!

4. Side table by Bernhardt. Small scale, big impression!

5. TV console by Hooker Furniture. So beautiful and unique!

6. Seagrass rug by Sustainable Lifestyles. Adds a little something extra with very little cost to you or our environment.

With Free Delivery during the month of January, you can create a stylish new room to fit any budget.

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Winter Wonderland

The holidays have come and gone and to my disappointment, I still haven’t seen snow. Not that I expect much snow in central North Carolina, but I had hoped my visit to Chicago would include at least a dusting of fluffy white.

Even though snow is a rarity here, I can still get in the winter spirit with these snow-inspired interiors:

{courtesy of Elite Leather}

{courtesy of Elite Leather}

{Courtesy of Ferguson Copeland}

{Courtesy of Ferguson Copeland}

{Courtesy of TRS Furniture}

{Courtesy of TRS Furniture}

{courtesy of Christopher Guy}

{Courtesy of Christopher Guy}

What pieces inspire you during the winter months?
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Happy New Year!

Now that our Holiday season is behind us and we are all looking forward to the New Year.

I want to wish everyone a healthy, happy and prosperous 2012.

Thank you, to my clients and colleagues, for all of the support in making the past year a wonderful success.

Happy New Year !
Missy

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