John Richard Collection

by Karen Kerns

Lovelace has always prided itself in bringing to our showroom lines which are at the design forefront that capture elegance, beauty and the highest quality of furnishings. This month we are showcasing John Richard as we launch into Lovelace Interiors’ 20 year anniversary. This exquisite line includes lighting, accessories, accent furniture, case goods, botanicals, and our newest category, and upholstery. John Richard culture has become an icon in this home fashion industry, a staple, if you will, in tasteful, classic home design. Their designs are influenced by the world around us…richness found in exotic cities, architecture from of the beaten path, bistros or the color of a blouse worn in a city each day. We will be showcasing all of our new John Richard pieces hot off the 2014 market.

Just Wing It

by Cara McBroom

The Wingback Chair:

When one imagines a wingback chair, (let’s be honest) we typically think of a tall, austere and formal-looking traditional chair with wings, possibly sitting in a men’s study or a castle, or that formal sitting room in your grandma’s house that you were never supposed to actually use!  I say, we are not giving this chair enough credit for the strides it has made since way back in the 17^th century!

“Back in the day”, this chair was created to serve a distinct purpose.  The side wings and tall back helped protect a person from chilling drafts.  You could place a couple of wing chairs near a fireplace, and the wings would envelope the heat around you like a warm, cozy cloak…and if you so happen to fall asleep, the structure of the chair helped “prop” you up!  On the other side of the coin, the chair’s wings could also protect a lady’s delicate skin from an overly-hot fireplace.   It is highly common to see a pair of wing chairs flanking a fireplace in many floor plans.

The first wing chair was a rather stiff, straight-lined piece of furniture, that “cloistered the sitter in a kind of opulent coffin.”[1]  This shape changed in the late 1600’s when Charles II was crowned king of England, Scotland and Ireland. “When Charles II came to power, thereby ushering in the Restoration—a period freed from the Puritans’ censorious moral beliefs toward sex and self-indulgence—…the female form was once again adored and joyfully distorted.” [2]  Hence, the more curvaceous styles we are used to imagining when we think of a wing chair, such as the popular Queen Anne style.

Go Natural!

by Linda Holman

There is an ongoing trend in design to capitalize on the beautiful texture and character of materials found in nature. Whether you want to take a piece of driftwood and add a glass top for a cool coastal look or find a great “chunky” tree trunk with all the crack and crevasses, there’s nothing like it to make a unique statement that warms up any room!

Natural elements are found in a myriad of design items for your home. Some of the photos included show lots of ways to blend natural finishes using furnishings, artful accessories, and lighting.

A galvanized metal wall sculpture creates a custom headboard affect in a stylish silver leaf finish. Various kinds of tree sections cut and sawn are made to add bold character and texture like the oversized floor mirror shown. The most current trend in wood finishes is the use of natural driftwood colors. The dining table and light fixture represented show how you can cleverly add an artistic touch to a simple space.

Next time, why not try to use some of Mother Nature’s unique colors and creations so you have a true “earthiness” and comfortable style to your design?