So far in 2011 we're seeing some really great things in hospitality and restaurant design; perhaps a spotted trend will show up in your local hot spot soon!
SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS THAT ARE COOLER THAN COOL!
3Form is a company that's been around for years, but they continue to inspire me with their cool, forward thinking, sustainable materials.
THE AMAZING ART OF SHAYNE DARK
Shayne Dark is the creative genius behind these bold sculptures. Each is unique, but all feature striking hues, fantastic structure, or forms seen in nature.
WALLPAPER JUNKIE
Hi, my name is Leigh and I’m a wallpaper junkie. Yes, it’s true at Hatch Interior Design we love a good pattern.
SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVE TO WOOD
Kirei board is a sustainable, renewable, and reclaimed alternative to wood, helping designers obtain LEED credits.
COOL ADVANCES IN GLASS
GlasPro in California is doing some really innovative things with glass. Ever heard of magnetic glass? No? How about switchable glass? No? Read on...
WALL CANDY
A review of three interesting ways to spice up your boring wall: Nielly art, Maharam wallcoverings, and ModularArts panels.
INTERIOR DESIGN SHOW WEST – 2010
Although I couldn’t make it to IDS West this year I have seen many new products for 2010 - many of them are being showcased at this year’s show. My 3 favorites? Straight Line Designs, Maai Living, and Selezioni.
GRANITE FOR THE MODERN WORLD
Hatch Interior Design in Kelowna, BC checks out the latest and greatest in granite options for contemporary interiors. There are slabs that mimic the shell of a turtle, layers of a sand dune, a cracking desert floor, a creamy latte, or even the northern lights. These are the granite slabs that appeal to modern tastes - those with large-scale markings and occlusions, clean patterns, or soft textures. If you love granite and want the unique look of natural stone, search for the slab that looks like art - the one that would be a shame to cut...
THE COOLEST WOOD YOU’VE EVER SEEN
Trove, a company known for it's offbeat, patterned wallcoverings, is now printing their snazzy images on FSC certified wood veneer - a cool looking, environmentally sound finish!