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
