TIPS & TRENDS

By Sandy Hapoienu

Home Is Where the Art Is
Beautiful Furniture & Distinctive Decorations

The Light Fantastic
This high-fashion lamp by Kinzig Design is illuminating even when it’s turned off. Its hand-blown base and embroidered silk shade add color and texture to any room. Suggested retail: $730, available at Aspire II Boutique and Gallery, 70 Main St., Tuckahoe, 337-3400

 

 

Knob Snob
It’s all in the details, and Baldwin’s new “Couture Collection” gives you jewelry for your home. The most demanding homeowner will love these elegant and distinctive knobs. Shown here is a polished chrome finish with intricate detail and dramatic style. Suggested retail: $286, available at Klaff’s, 331 Central Park Ave., Scarsdale, (800) KLAFFS1

 

 

Glass Act
Los Angeles glass blower extraordinaire John Cariati created these tall, luminous, jewel-tone glass vessels. They add architecture and color to enhance character and joy in any room. Cost: $735 each, available at Lot 84, 84 Lexington Ave., Mt. Kisco, 244-8535

 

My Chair Lady
Elegant, Venetian-style chair with handcrafted hardwood and decorative hand-painting fit for a queen. It is hand-upholstered with a handmade floral Aubusson seat cushion. Cost: $1,095, available at Cocobolo Interiors, 37 Maple Ave., Armonk, 273-4485. Photo by Thomas Anckner

 

Mod Squad
The clean, modern aesthetic of this “Cedric” étagère by Mitchell Gold and Bob Williams integrates well into any room of the house. Use it for stylish storage or to show off your mementos. Cost: $1,570 available at Bloomingdale’s, 175 Bloomingdale Road, White Plains, 684-6300, and Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams, 45 East Putnam Ave., Greenwich, CT (203) 661-4480

 

Sandy Hapoienu is a Waccabuc based photo stylist and shopping editor with an extensive background in buying and merchandising. She has now combined all her knowledge to start her own website www.ta-daah.com