Logos

One inspiring aspect of a business is seeing how other company's market themselves.  From the graphic design of their logos, to the styling of their photography, the choices companies make to promote themselves reflects their personalities and back bone of the company.  Here are a few logos that have caught our eye-

Frida & Diego

As we are still in the month of February, and we are highlighting "Love," we wanted to touch base on the Love Story of Frida & Diego.  Frieda Kahlo & Diego Rivera, two of Mexico's most famous artists, are also a married couple.  Rivera is thought of as Mexico's most famous muralist, and Kahlo is more recognized for her intimate paintings and self-portraits.

For the first time, in a large scale exhibition, their work will be on display at the High Museum in Atlanta, through May 12th.  If you are ever there on a Saturday, the High is also screening the films Que Viva Mexico and Frida in the Hill Auditorium.

Oscars

How are you recovering from the Oscars?  

This shot was taken of Faye Dunaway in 1977, the day after the ceremony, enjoying her Oscar and breakfast at the Beverly Hill's Hotel.

The Beverly Hills Hotel, also known as the "Pink Palace", is the place for Hollywood action.  More stars and directors have laid their heads here than any other place in LA.  One fun fact, Elizabeth Taylor honeymooned at the "Pink Palace" after six of her eight marriages.

Here are some of our favorite shots from last night-

Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles

Many thanks to Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles for featuring Mary's house! We were honored to be included and are indebted to Susan Ferrier of Mcalpine, Booth, Ferrier for using our products in such a beautiful way!

Holland & Company's Chesterfield Sofa in brown velvet!

MacRae's #153 Islay Side Table

with Drawer in our weathered oak finish

MacRae's Donald Chair & Saltire Console 

Our Holland & Company Cloister Table in ebony!

Our wing chair covered in a midnight blue flannel fabric!

MacRae's Bar Mate Barstools and McCall Table

Our beloved Great Scott Highboy & Lotus Bed from the McAlpine Collection

Crown Jewels

Our next Iconic Sketch is the British Monarch's Crown Jewels, worn during state functions.  Out of all the beautiful pieces, the Imperial State Crown is the most famous and priceless, set with over 3,000 gems.  

The Crown Jewels are stored in the Jewel House at the Tower of London and guarded by Yeoman Warders, also known as Beefeaters.  Only one man has been able to steal the Crown Jewels, Thomas Blood, in 1671.  Fortunately, he was caught before he made it to the front gate!

Snakes in Design

As you know, 2013 is the year of the Snake, which we love!  We have two pieces on the showroom floor that have a snake influence to their design.  

We have our very own Holland & Co. #2280 Double Serpentine Sideboard

and Julian Chichester's Serpentine Coffee Table

Not from our showroom... here are a few of our favorite design picks-

Snake prints by Port Jackson Painter, our friends Allison Harper and Hollis McFadden of Block and Brayer's Snake Pillow, and a Jacquie Aiche Snake Ring

Red

Happy Valentine's Day!  For the celebration of Valentine's Day, here are a few red images we though your would enjoy-

A few good gift choices for your Valentine . . .. 

A Chanel purse - yes!

A box of fantastic red lipstick!

Romantic movies or movies with wonderful couples together such as this

dynamite duo, Tim Burton and Helena Bonham Carter!

Plant a garden together - it is a well-kept secret pomegranates will grow in parts

of Georgia!