And I love to share these “Splurge and Steal” ideas with my clients!

One of my personal all-time favorite pieces of furniture is a beautifully tailored “grande” sofa with its highly swept arms, gorgeous cording and button detail on the back, an impeccably pleated skirt and a luxurious array of throw pillows.

And at Furnitureland South, you can find several versions of this sofa to fit your budget! Today, I am featuring the “Allure” sofa by Henredon and two more budget-friendly pals by Bentley Churchill and Huntington House, all three made in North Carolina.

The Splurge:

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The name Henredon is synonymous with quality and style! With impeccable tailoring and countless choices of gorgeous fabrics, it is aimed to please even the most discriminating of tastes! In these days of mass production, a Henredon piece will truly be unique and will be enjoyed for years to come!

The Steal:

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With an accent on quality and a commitment to the finest in design, Bentley Churchill’s products elegantly furnish the most sophisticated homes. Excellent construction and numerous customization options, all at a great value, make this company a favorite among discriminating clients!

Contact me to ask about your various options and discount pricing on each of these beautiful items! Please keep in mind, any of these can veer into “Splurge” or “Steal”  - it is all based on your choices of fabric grades, trims and other options!

Olga Smith

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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Check out these black and white beauties.

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

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

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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.

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

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

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

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

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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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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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

Check out these theater seats from Palliser!

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

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

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

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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

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