NEW BASSAMFELLOWS 2015
Exits Gallery in the Brera district of Milan has a long, rich history of supporting groundbreaking modern art and design. Occupied for the last few years by Connecticut-based design duo Craig Bassam and Scott Fellows of BassamFellows, the gallery’s latest furniture exhibition is an unequivocal knockout. ...
BY POOL OR BY SEA
This burst of warm air has us totally pumped for the summer ahead. As luck would have it, SUITENY.COM has a number of designs in stock to prep your home for outdoor living. Take a look through these modern outdoor lounges and accessories including Verzelloni's waterproof Zoe lounge, Ichiro Iwasaki's colorful outdoor Pix pouf, When Objects...
NEWS FROM EUROPE, PART 1
The SUITE NY team has returned from Paris, Copenhagen, Munich and Stockholm with news of product launches, color trends and exciting design awards. In 2015 we are seeing more organic shapes than ever, with heavy use of emerald greens and continued enthusiasm for brass. We saw color blocking, such as Woodnotes new eco-friendly Fourways rug (shown below), and renewed interest...
INTRODUCING OVALIA
In 1996, Hollywood set designers began sourcing a unique and futuristic chair to use on the set of a new summer blockbuster: Men In Black. The chair they chose was a highly collectible mid-century design created in 1968 by a young, hot-shot Danish auto designer named Henrik Thor-Larsen. The request for six Ovalia Chairs for a scene...
SILVER BELLES
No matter which holiday you celebrate at this time of year, silver permeates throughout the season. Glittering silver has a way of elevating the mundane, creating ambiance through tinsel, fine servingware, or a shimmery ribbon atop a special gift. SUITE NY picks a few of our favorite things that sparkle in chrome and lustrous grey. []
5 TOP TABLE LAMPS
The perfect finishing touch for a stylish home office or boudoir is a spectacular table lamp. Ditch the stale, common ceramic lights found at any old emporium with SUITE NY's collection of midcentury modern and contemporary table lamps, sure to add a dash of “je ne sais quoi” to your stylish table arrangement. table lamps, sure to add a dash of “je ne sais quoi” to your stylish table arrangement. []
NY COTTAGES & GARDENS: Tori Golub
NY COTTAGES & GARDENS: Tori Golub New York based interior designer, Tori Golub is known for her clean and modern aesthetic. As principal, she oversees each project, from preliminary design schemes to detailed floor plans to finished spaces. We were thrilled to see an example of her stunning work in this month's NY COTTAGES & GARDENS: Tori Golub New York based interior designer, Tori Golub is known for her clean and modern aesthetic. As principal, she oversees each project, from preliminary design schemes to detailed floor plans to finished spaces. We were thrilled to see an example of her stunning work in this month's []
HOUSE CRASHERS
When most New Yorkers are lucky just to have a full size sofa, let alone a guest bed, an unexpected sleepover can require somewhat of a last minute shuffle. With summer in full swing, social schedules are packed and houseguests aplenty. This week SUITE NY offers a few solutions that are stylish alternatives to the standard sleeper sofa. These pieces...
INTRODUCING: Smilow Furniture
SUITE NY carries a highly curated collection of modern furniture and accessories from a variety of renowned global manufacturers, boutique luxury brands and fine artisans. In short, we don’t just take in designs from anyone off the street. That said, when Judy Smilow (daughter of the late furniture designer, Mel Smilow) stopped in one day to check out the...
POUF CAPITONNE
One of SUITE NY's all-time bestselling designs is our statement making Pouf Capitonné oversize ottoman. Designed by the De Padova family in 2004, the Pouf Capitonné's success lies in its uncanny ability to function well in both contemporary and more traditional rooms. The tufted, inviting design is an immediate draw for visitors to our showroom who regularly...
The Dream Chair
Japanese architecture collides with Western modernism to form a dreamy new lounge chair designed by Japanese "starchitect" Tadao Ando for Danish furniture manufacturer Carl Hansen & Son. Appropriately named the "Dream Chair," the design was inspired by Ando's own desire to encourage people to take the time to dream. This week we've singled out the Dream Chair as our Item...
5 Top Stools
In the wide world of counter and bar stools, the perfect design can be very hard to find. Your kitchen has style and architectural integrity, and your dining stools should echo those qualities. Whether used for impromptu dinner for two, wine with the girls, crafts with the kids, or extra seating during the big game, dining stools must be durable,...
SUITE NY visits New Orleans
Suite NY principal Kris Fuchs, along with sales director Anthony Law recently flew to New Orleans to meet with famed architect Lee Ledbetter to discuss Tulane University's new stadium. Luckily they were able to enjoy some downtime as well. Here is a list of things you must do if you happen to be in New Orleans with...
WITH JOHN PAWSON
From his B60 Sloop sailboat, an architectural exhibition at London’s Design Museum, countless custom homes, religious spaces, and now a line of accessories for When Objects Work, world-renowned architect and product designer John Pawson has quite the resume. Taking a few moments from his busy schedule...
Item of the Week: Cozy Quarters
SUITE New York proves modern chic can provide modern comfort. There can often times be a considerable difference between furniture that is nice to look at, and furniture that is nice to sit on. Ideally, you want pieces that are visually appealing and also comfortable. After all, furniture is made to be lived on. You shouldn’t have to sacrifice comfort...
Item of the Week: No Smoke, Just Mirrors
It doesn't take an incredibly vain person to have a true appreciation for mirrors. After all, they are one of the ultimate utility players. Not only are they known for opening up and visually enhancing spaces, they also always make sure you leave the house looking your very best. What more could you ask for in an accessory? Thankfully, long...