St. George - Parade of Homes

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So here it is... The preview we have been promising for the past few weeks! Enter the lovely Spyglass, the Parade Home, at The Escapes at Entrada. We love the entryway to this home! The gate leads you in past the Casita, giving you a sneak peak of what to expect in the house, the cozy patio and to the front door. Robert McArthur, the architect of these homes, did a wonderful job of creating a sort of excitement just walking to the front door.

The gray velvet sofa sits atop this beautiful blue rug along with one of our favorites, the Cisco Brothers Pouf in the Great Room. A chaise, for lounging, along with an Arteriors Twig Table make for a comfortable and stylish place to sit.

This Oly Emma Armchair in Raffia is the perfect side chair for this setting.

The Kitchen counter - Oh those cookies! Such a pretty and sweet treat! Robert McArthur's "Creative Spaces for Cooks" cookbook adorns the counter.

The Dining area has a beautiful view of the red rock that sits behind the home!

The Office - What a grand room to view as you walk through the door of Spyglass.

Turtle shells line the wall behind the desk.

Master Bedroom - What more could anyone want than an Oly Studio upholstered headboard in a gray faux bois silk! Maybe add a petite linen bench with a luxurious throw and yes, that will complete the room!

Master Bedroom This Cisco Brothers linen slipcovered bed  is dressed with this great striped Pinecone Hill duvet by Annie Selke in this secondary bedroom.

The Casita is a private little getaway from the main part of the home with it's own kitchenette and bath.

Please excuse our iPhone photos! We were brimming with excitement and couldn't wait for professional photos to share with you. Make sure to come to the Parade and see everything in person and the other two model homes that are just as gorgeous!

Check back here later this week for photos of the model homes!

The Making of a Home

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We posted a few preview photos of our install in St. George. We have three homes that we are installing - one is the Parade Home and there are two model homes. Unpacking the pieces, placing and primping them is what makes everything come together. These pieces are what is bringing the Parade Home together.

The St. George Parade of Homes is February 18th - 27th. The two model homes that we have installed are in the same neighborhood and will be open as well. Check back tomorrow to see how this all fits together to make something special!

Wish You Were Here...

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We are in St. George getting ready for the Parade of Homes. We have been working with Henry Walker Homes on their most recent project down south - The Escapes at Entrada. We have been working on this home and two other model homes in this new community for several months, selecting interior finishes, furniture, fabrics, and finishing touches... and now it's time to put everything together. The Parade Home and two other model homes will open on February 18th. Here is just a sneak peak at the space and what we have been doing.

These two homes are the model homes.

This is the entrance to the Parade Home... As you walk to the front door, you see the Casita on your left as well as a little patio. It looks great lit up at night!

This is the Parade Home's Kitchen, Dining and Great Room area. You can see a little preview of the furniture that's going to go in the home.

Stay tuned for more photos and progress!!!

Iconography Installation

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We are so lucky to have recently received this showstopper in the store!

This piece is by Iconography Inc. It is designed in the Art Nouveau style and in-laid plaster is the material used. This piece was something that Iconography had been itching to do. They loved the design and had been waiting for the right project to use it on. There was still no home for it when they were asked to participate in a home show and then the idea of this panel came about.

This is the piece installed in the home show.

Come see this beautiful piece in person!

What's in Store - Sofa

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How fabulous would this be in an entry way or a sitting room? The lovely linen provides a neutral palette and the shape is unique with it's wood frame and curved back and arms. We have this one in the store now! 82"W x 37.5"D x 40"H $3,077

This one is featured in Veranda. With a different finish and fabric, it fits perfectly in this European styled entryway.

We have a variety of fabrics and finishes that this sofa can be ordered in. Stop by and see it today!

What's in Store - Pillows and Plants!

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This breezy article was featured in this month's Coastal Living and we couldn't help ourselves! Isn't it beautiful? We love the shades of white! It makes the space feel crisp yet relaxed. Doesn't it remind you of a warm summer day at the beach?

Want to recreate this look? We have this pillow and a similar plant in the store for an instant and easy addition!

Split Leaf Plant $266

Dhari Hand Block Pillow $121

This pillow is from a charming new line that we recently picked up. Come in and see the other beauties that they have to offer!

Just Shorn & Alt Summit

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We are so grateful to Just Shorn for sponsoring our ticket to this year's Alt Summit. We learned so much and met so many talented and wonderful people there.

We had the opportunity to spend a day with the Just Shorn bunch, many who had flown over from New Zealand, and learn about their line of wool rugs and carpets. We were so impressed by the quality of their products. We also had the pleasure of meeting one of the sheep farmers, Howie. He was such a delight to talk with them and we learned so much from him!

Just Shorn Fun Facts - Wool can stretch 30% to 40% without breaking. - Wool has a natural crimp with millions of coiled molecules. This allows wool carpet and rugs to retain their shape; even under heavy foot traffic. - Wool has a natural waxy outer membrane that repels most soils and liquids but can still absorb up to on-third its weight in moisture reducing static and making it flame resistant. - Wool has good insulation qualities for superior warmth and softness under foot. - Wool is derived from a 100% renewable resource and is completely biodegradable at the end of it's useful life.

[photos from Just Shorn]

American Express Photo Shoot

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When Adam and I were in the beginning stages of pursuing our dream to open a furniture/design shop, I saw a commercial for the American Express Plum Card (for small businesses). I said, "I want one!" It was one of those 'believe in the dream' moments when you realize you can cross over from the little idea in your head to the real deal. So... Adam applied for the card, and surprised me with it when it came! We've been using our card for almost 3 years now, and were delighted to get a phone call from the people at American Express to see if they could interview us for a possible campaign they are doing for the Amex Plum Card! Of course we said yes!

We went through rounds of phone interviews with their ad agency, only to find out about 2 months ago that we were chosen!

So yesterday, they came to do the shoot! They brought their crew of 10+ people. A most interesting experience... one that I will never forget.

Our photographer was Christopher Sturman. He had a great sense of humor and a "soothing voice" as Christy would say. He is a very talented photographer and showed us a few of his other projects that he had done. Here's a sample of what he's done:

Aren't these amazing? And we were able to have him photograph us!!!

Laurie Trott is a stylist from New York. She made sure that we had just the right clothing on and that it sat just right in every shot.

Laurie Vukich was our make-up and hair for the day. She did a fabulous job making sure that our hair was perfect and our make-up was touched up.

On the right is Diane Keh. She was the project manager for this shoot and was really great to work with.

Thanks to everyone for being so much fun and so easy to work with!

We can't wait to see what the outcome will be in the moths to come... We'll keep you posted! Hope you've enjoyed these few shots of all of the action. We sure had fun with the wardrobe and setting changes. What are your favorite settings or outfits from the day?

- Jessica

What's in Store - Subway Sign

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Subway, bus, and train signs are a charming option for artwork. They are a great way to include typography into your space and to make your art more meaningful and personal. We are loving this artwork that is representational of old subway signs but include significant landmarks and hot stops in a particular city. This one happens to be landmarks in France. We also have another sign in the store for the west coasters with famous landmarks from San Francisco.

Living etc. magazine featured this sign in one of their interiors on a landing. They are versatile enough that they could be used in any style of home. These subway signs would be perfect in an office or an entry. Pick something that's meaningful to you. Whether it's the city that you met your significant other, your favorite place to travel, your hometown, or just a place you dream of going one day.

Stop in and see them in person!

Paris & San Francisco Subway Signs $325

Speaking of hot stops, American Express has selected us to be their next small business for a print ad! We are so excited to work with them tomorrow and Wednesday and look forward to sharing with you!

Inspiration in Unusual Places: Pink... We Love It!!

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After our pink post last week, we couldn't get pink out of our minds! Pantone has named it color of the year and we just keep seeing it in great places. Fashion's spring collections are slowly making their way to the surface and we are seeing some great pinks... Everything from blush to coral. Mixing shades of light pinks and purples can make any outfit or room prettier. Add some sparkle or florals to give it even more of a feminine touch. Coral as a neutral? It goes with all of these bold colors! We love how it spices up these spaces.

Using a salmon pink on the walls is a bold move... Not quite ready to take that step? Add that touch of pink as an accent with an ottoman or throw pillows.

Loving the mixture of a bright pink with a darker bubble gum pink. Why not add a touch of pink with artwork or in wallpaper?

This mixture of salmon, blush and tangerine is to die for!

[photos from J. Crew, Madewell, Lonny Magazine, Domino Magazine, Johnny Miller]

Freshening up for Spring

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With all of the holiday decorations boxed up and the beginning of a new year, our homes may feel a little bit empty without holiday greens. It's easy to get that feeling of warmth back by adding a some plants and flowers to freshen up your space. Although winter is still upon us, spring is shortly around the corner and we are all in need of a bit of freshening at this point in the winter. The Brady's home that we recently featured was freshened up with this fiddle leaf fig plant. Can you believe that this is a fake plant? It's always hard to find a really great and realistic looking fake greenery but we absolutely loved this one so we had to order more and we just got in our shipment!

Add any of these to a coffee table, dining table or side table to brighten up your space. Prices range from $36 - $458.

What's in Store - Thom Filicia's Copake Eagle Console

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Beautiful, majestic and sophisticated... This resin cast Copake Eagle console table would be the perfect piece for an entry or a place that calls for a very unique piece. It is sure to be a conversation piece. It's such a fantastic piece that Thom Filicia used it in his own Manhattan apartment!

We also used it in the Brady's home on their landing. See the rest of their home here.

Come see this unique piece at the store! It's even better in person! 54"W x 17.5"D x 33"H $2,499

[photos from Elle Decor & Nicole Hill Gerualt]

My Colors are Blush and Bashful

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I don't think any woman can hear the word "pink" and not think of this famous quote from Steel Magnolias! Blush and Bashful are written in our vocabulary from an early age and we are grateful! Whether on walls, in a pillow or lining a lamp shade, shades of pink make everyone and everything around them look their absolute best. We have Pantone in agreeance, as they have named Honeysuckle, a dynamic reddish pink hue, as 2011's color of the year. As lovely and charming as these flattering shades may be, it's not always the easiest color to pitch for a client's space if you're not talking about a little girl's room! "Is it too feminine?" Will it indeed feel like it's been hosed down in Pepto Bismol?" I declare, NO! It's all in the shade of pink you choose my friends! And we are so obliged to have such a lovely and trusting client to allow us to  show you why blush on your walls is brilliant!

Meet Catherine Wong, a young executive who is surrounded by engineers all day long. When she first came to Alice Lane, she wanted to transform her home into a retreat; somewhere she could be where exactness wasn't essential! You can only imagine how excited we were to get started on this haven! As her rooms came together, the walls started to talk and her living room wanted to be pink! (Squeals!) Here are just a few shots of how this space is coming together and some of the supporting players. You will be seeing a lot more of this gorgeous girl in the next few weeks to come - Enjoy!

Imagine, if you will, this furniture grouping with the muted blush backdrop pictured above adjacent to this beautiful metallic gold wallpaper.

Here are a few other photos of spaces to inspire that have embraced pink hues.

[photos from Lonny Magazine, Domino Magazine & House Beautiful]

Mottega Lamps

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We are so excited to introduce Mottega. This is a gorgeous new lamp line that was started by Mark Moussa, the founder of Arteriors Home. The bold colors and crisp fabric shades are a beautiful addition to Alice Lane and we are lucky to be the exclusive retailer in Utah!

Mottega is such an interesting and innovative line because the customer gets to customize their own lamp by choosing the lamp shape, color, base, finial and shade. Check out their website to see all of the options! You can order them through Alice Lane or take one home from our showroom today.

The news about Mottega is spreading fast! They are featured in February's House Beautiful.

We just received our shipment of custom lamps! The prices range from $440 - $616. Stop by and see just how great they are in person or order your custom lamp today!