Monday, June 7, 2010

New Rissanti Leather Recliners Added at GoWFB.com

Wholesale Furniture Brokers has just added a new line of leather recliners from Rissanti to its collection of inexpensive furniture. These recliners feature a smooth European design that will complement a modern home. It has 360-degree swivel, which means you don’t have to crane your neck trying to look over your shoulders to see who just walked into the room.

The Rissanti leather recliners are manufactured with top grain leather so you get to recline on a chair that is cool in the summer and warm in the winter. The sophisticated look they inspire will surely make your space stylish without having to furnish with expensive pieces. They are affordable without sacrificing comfort and great design.

Order your new recliner now and have it shipped to your home at no additional cost! Free shipping is only available for a limited time so hurry and place your order. For any questions, call our toll free number at (866) 595-8930 or click on our Live Chat option.




Espresso Leather Recliner


Saddle Leather Recliner


Mocha leather Recliner


Black Leather Recliner


Black Faux Leather Recliner

Sunday, June 6, 2010

Lynn Read Treats Us With Bargello Murrini



Interior designer Jason Ball over on Facebook said "Lynn Read has a showing at Vetri in Seattle." He accompanied his update with pictures of Read's work at First Thursday. I was struck by the unusual designs and creativity of his work and wanted more information.



Lynn Read's website says:
My recent series of murrini vessels is called Bargello. This body of work, glass is an exploration of patterns inspired by Florentine textiles. This Florentine embroidery is loosely referred to as Bargello style. The style typically has bold color and strong graphics. These patterns are both retro and contemporary. I use the murrini to embellish the surface and create shapes that balance the complexity of pattern with clean and minimalistic lines. The shapes are very intentional and illustrate my interest in design and the craftsmanship of execution.
Right away I wanted a definition of "murrini" and "Bargello."

Murrini - is an Italian word meaning colored glass patterns made by Venetian glass makers. This video shows how one glass factory makes patterned glass:



Bargello - "is a type of needlepoint embroidery consisting of upright flat stitches laid in a mathematical pattern to create motifs. The name originates from a series of chairs found in the Bargello palace in Florence, which have a "flame stitch" pattern."



Thanks Jason!

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Saturday, June 5, 2010

A Solution For The Space Challenged



At Landfair Furniture + Design Gallery, we like furniture that does tricks. We've had on our showroom floor a teak coffee table that converts to a dining table and cocktail tables that double as extra seating. We sell lots of sleeper sofas to couples that want to convert the TV room to a guest room. Sleeper sofas work well for smaller homes that need a place for guests. The main drawback to some sleeper sofas is the mattress. They must be the kind that fold.

That's why we are adding a new vendor, Murphy Beds from National Casegoods, a great solution for the space challenged. Murphy Wall Beds can help you overcome space problems and provide you and your guests the comfort of a real mattress for a good night's sleep.

National Casegoods starts with real wood and is responsible by working to generate as little waste as possible. They avoid the use of particleboard, plastic laminate, melamine and Thermofoil. They believe their product is higher quality , more durable and more attractive.

Murphy Beds from National Casegoods come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty on the piston lift mechanism, a 10 year Limited Warranty on hardware parts and a one year Limited Warranty on the finish and wood parts. Basically labor is not covered.

The Murphy Beds come in five styles, five finishes and three sizes; Queen, Full and Twin. In addition, side cabinets are available in all styles and finishes.

Come to Landfair Furniture to view the Murphy Beds catalog. Bev will be happy to give you a quote for your particular project.

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Thursday, June 3, 2010

Bedroom Furniture Sets at GoWFB.com – New Coaster Company Set Added

If you’re looking for a new bedroom furniture set to update your room with, check out the new 4-piece Richardson Bedroom Furniture Set. It is made of selected hardwoods and cherry veneers and boasts a rich caramel finish. The drawers feature English and French dovetail joints as well as center glides and drawer stops.

The set includes a bed, dresser, mirror, nightstand, and hidden jewelry drawers. The pieces are superbly-designed and crafted, making this ensemble an elegant addition to the bedroom. You get great style and affordability with this beautiful set.

Order now and have your new furniture delivered to your home at no additional cost. This free shipping offer is only available for a limited time so take advantage of it now while you still can. Browse through our main bedroom furniture sets gallery for more choices of stylish and inexpensive pieces to furnish your space with. You can even mix and match items from different sets for a more unique touch.

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4-PC Richardson Bedroom Furniture Set

It's Bridget Otto Thursday

You've been in homes where you enter into an entry with two-story ceilings. I've always thought they were a waste of space and probably responsible for high heating bills. Today, Bridget A. Otto writes about a family in Beaverton couple who need a bit bigger house and yet nothing they look at is quite as good as their present home.

Deepa Rao and her husband Prantik Nag considered adding on, but didn't like the alternatives; how it would change the appearance or change their traffic patterns or fit their budget. Then they asked, "What if the second-story space in the entry became a loft of sorts?"

Enter Joel Fraley of Neil Kelly Design/Build Remodeling. He had fielded many calls from people seeking the same kind of answer, so was familiar with the solution. He solved the problem by inserting a loft without blocking the natural light that they loved so much.

Another problem solved by a professional who could picture a final product before it was tackled. You can email Fraley at joel.fraley@neilkelly.com.

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Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Shop for New Contemporary Coffee Tables at GoWFB.com

Getting tired of your old living room furniture pieces? Take a look at Modloft’s new designs of contemporary coffee tables. The Walker Coffee Tables are made of hardwoods and are available in walnut and wenge finish. The sleek design combines functionality and great style into one piece that would fit right in with a contemporary and even modern home design.

These versatile pieces are easy enough to match with other furniture in your home. If you have a minimalist theme, the coffee tables’ no-frills design would complement your home style.

Order now while the free shipping offer on these new products lasts. Free shipping is only available for a limited time so take advantage of it now! Call our toll free number at (866) 595-8930 if you have any questions.




Walnut Coffee Table


Wenge Coffee Table


Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Simmons Mattresses - Free Shipping & Sheet Set Sale at Wholesale Furniture Brokers

Until June 4, online shoppers can get a free Beautyrest sheet set when they order a Simmons mattress set for $997 or above from Wholesale Furniture Brokers. Each customer can get one free sheet set per qualifying mattress set purchased.



Wholesale Furniture Brokers has recently added Simmons Beautyrest Anniversary, Classic, Exceptionale, NxG, and World Class mattresses. More Simmons mattresses are going to be added.

Online shoppers will get free shipping and will not need to pay for sales tax when they order a new Simmons mattress at Wholesale Furniture Brokers today.

Monday, May 31, 2010

Add Functional and Inexpensive Accent Furniture to your Home

Are you looking for affordable accent furniture to fill up bare entryways in your home? Look no further. Just check out the new storage cubbie benches by Prepac. They are functional without sacrificing good furniture taste. They each have 18 compartments that will fit even your bulky shoes. You won’t have to put up with piles of shoes in your entryway or even in your utility room. You can keep your footwear organized without having to shell out much of your hard-earned money.

This sleek storage cubbie bench is available in black and white finishes. Whichever color you use would be easy to match with other furniture pieces in your home. You can piece together your dream home, even to the last piece of accent furniture, without going over your budget because our furniture collection is offered at low, wholesale prices.

Browse through our main accent furniture gallery for more choices of pieces to furnish your home with. Call our toll free number at (866) 595-8930 for any questions.




Black Shoe Storage Cubbie Bench


White Shoe Storage Cubbie Bench

Sunday, May 30, 2010

6 easy-to-follow tips on how to turn your bargain beach rental into a fresh retreat



Everybody may be cutting back and one way is to rent the little beach bungalow instead of vacationing at the fancy beach resort. But, there are drawbacks! In this fresh look, Interior Designer Susan Corson offers 6 easy-to-follow tips on how to turn your bargain beach rental into a fresh retreat. She says:
Simple is beautiful and just a little smart planning can really help bridge the luxury gap.
First: Expect a moist environment.

Everything from pillows to sofas may have that way-too beachy feel. The solution: bring a bunch of coverlets . These are light-weight, cotton bed covers that make wonderful slipcovers for sofas, chairs, etc. The best part is, they’re clean & fresh and can be washed if needed. Buy white or chambrey – it goes with everything.

Second: Don’t be afraid to remove the moist stuff.

Roll up offending area rugs and stash in the closet. Much easier to sweep up the sand without them anyway.

Third: Nothing makes a place cozier than candles & flowers.

Bring a bunch of CHUNKY pillar candles and a few of those vases that have piled up from flower deliveries. The wild flowers you gather or the cut flowers you buy yourself will be perfectly at home.

Fourth: Kitchen not gourmet?

Maybe you’re not going to pack your pots and pans but definitely bring some knives. Your chopping chef’s knife and a sharpie for those summer tomatoes. Find the big salad bowl and FILL IT with fruits and veggies from the farm. And don’t forget to buy BUNCHES of their local wildflowers (Remember the empty vases you're bringing along.) Plentiful displays have visual power so overdo it.

Fifth: Making a luxurious bed means bringing your own sheets AND pillows.

What’s worse than sticky, scratchy poly sheets and a rubbery pillow? Two words: WHITE COTTON. And of course some of those flowers & candles.

Sixth: After a day at the beach what’s more delicious than a hot outdoor shower and a soft absorbent bath towel? Either bring your towels from home or grab a few from Target. White is always the softest since it has no dye and it has that spa-like feel. Loofahs, scented soaps and essential oil body scrubs keep skin pampered and a rich body lotion is the finishing touch.

Now your temporary beach home feels and smells good.

Susan Corson Designs, founded in 1986, is a national interior design firm recognized for elegant simplicity.

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Saturday, May 29, 2010

Bridget Otto Thursday On Saturday


Photos by Doug Beghtel/The Oregonian

Yes, it's Saturday and I'm late with Bridget A Otto. This weeks Otto subject was friend Kathryn Delaney owner of ColorSplashes. Delaney found Portland via a circuitous route from South Africa and claims Portland, Oregon is the best place on Earth to live. Her art started with faux finishes, to murals and then original art. Recently, she's gone digital.
"I've been getting into taking my art digital. Once I've done the piece, I get them professionally scanned."

From this digital source, she has them printed using the giclée method, which reproduces an archival-quality print.
It appears to be an easy jump to wall decals when your art is digital. Delaney is an infrequent, but interesting blog poster at ColorSplashes.

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Friday, May 28, 2010

That's Green Living!

Isn't this a great idea:



You do your business, the water is recycled and sanitized and then you can drink it or wash your hands in case you are a food preparer!

Well, not really! It's a new sink-toilet combo for living areas that are short on space. The Profile Smart is from Caroma and received the Popular Mechanics Product Breakthrough award for innovative design and engineering in 2008. It is a standard looking toilet with an elongated tank that has a sink instead of a lid.

It might be easier for a man than a woman to use it, however.

Hat tip to 3Rings. and Designer Pages

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Suffering In The Heat



You know that when summer arrives here in the northwest on October 30th, we will need some relief from the searing heat. I'm thinking of adding a home misting system like I've seen in Las Vegas outside near the bus shuttles. Read this:
To escape the oppressive heat during the summer days, an outdoor misting system, based on evaporation of water, can bring the temperature down and provide cool comfort to open spaces. The misting system converts hot air into cold air and brings relief from a scorching summer.
I got a request to add Cool-Off to our blogroll. I don't want to do that, but I will write about their products, misting systems, shade sails, outdoor cooling system, shade structures, home, garden and sun shades with a little humor.

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Thursday, May 27, 2010

$400 OFF Exclusive Coupon for Madison Bedroom Set - Sale Ends May 28

Wholesale Furniture Brokers has added the new Madison Platform Bedroom Furniture Set by Lifestyle Solutions. It starts at $1699 and includes a queen size platform bed, dresser, mirror, and nightstand. Until May 28, you can get an additional $400 OFF when you order online at Wholesale Furniture Brokers. You can use this coupon code: LS400OFF

Your price will be $1299 with this coupon until May 28!



You can customize your order by adding a chest for $449, nightstand for $179, and upgrade your bed frame to an Eastern King or California King size bed for only $50!

You will get FREE Shipping and you will not have to pay sales tax when you order online at GoWFB.com. This set is in stock and it will usually ship in 3 to 5 days.

Sunday, May 23, 2010

Bring Sleek Style to your Dining Room with Modloft’s New Glass Top Dining Table

Wondering how you can infuse your dining place with sleek modern style? Buy the Howard Glass Dining Table by Modloft and let its aesthetic appeal wow friends and family alike. It has a solid glass top and features hardwood legs. This glass top dining table simple yet striking design will surely enrich your dining room atmosphere.

To complete your modern dining room ensemble, you can add chairs which feature the same sleek design. If you want a more unique dining set, browse through our collection of dining chairs to mix and match your order.

Check out more choices of glass dining tables at our main glass dining tables gallery. Call our toll free number at (866) 595-8930 for any questions.



Glass Dining Table

Book Review: "Putting the Luxe Back in Luxury " by Pam Danzinger



The Sunday San Diego Union-Tribune says what all of us are feeling: Homeowners slowly open wallets for improvements. We've certainly noticed a pick-up in business and we are seeing long-lost interior designers in our store. However, Pam Danziger, President of Unity marketing, says in her new book, "Putting the Luxe Back in Luxury," that the consumer is different from the one we knew from 2000 to 2006.

First, Danziger writes, there has been a demographic change in the luxury consumer. More than half of luxury consumers were in the $100,00 to $149,000 annual income. Now, more numerous luxury consumers are in the $250,000 incomes and up and many of of the lower income luxury consumers have dropped out. Where once there were over 21 million consumers in the $100,000 and up bracket, there are only 2.5 million in the highest income level.

Second, there appears to be a "luxury drought." The luxury drought is characterized by affluents sharply reducing their spending on luxury as they reevaluate, reprioritize and reassess their lifestyles. No longer valid is the motto: He who dies with the most toys, wins. Now there is evaluation of ones lifestyle.

Third, luxury brands lost their "mojo." Is it really worth it to pay ten to fifty times for a luxury brand name product.

Part of the reason for this shift is Fourth, the recession has consumers rejecting their materialism. for the goal of achieving personal happiness and fulfillment. After all, when you are dead and gone, maybe all that's left is stuff that your kids put in a box and place the box on a shelf in the garage.

You can download the first chapter of "Putting the Luxe Back in Luxury" and sign up to receive a signed copy of her completed book.

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