I think things are swinging back a bit already. M...
I think things are swinging back a bit already. My NYC friend, whose finger is certainly on the pulse, is integrating older pieces with his vintage. I think the whole revisiting of the retro was a way...
View ArticleGreat way to look at it, Mrs. B. I remember seeing...
Great way to look at it, Mrs. B. I remember seeing a house done by Suzanne Kasler, and most of the house was very tasteful, but she did the basement entirely with a retro theme. I loved the house,...
View ArticleI quite like the retro look -- especially the lamp...
I quite like the retro look -- especially the lamps, graphic design, fabrics, wallpaper, etc. But, I wouldn't put it throughout an entire home unless asked to do so -- just here and there or in one...
View ArticleGod, I hate retro. And I agree with this reviewer...
God, I hate retro. And I agree with this reviewer completely. I was born in 1954 and grew up in the 60s in a contemporary house. we had an original tulip table with the matching chairs. I just can't...
View ArticleWhat a thought provoking post, it gets to the core...
What a thought provoking post, it gets to the core of my favourite obsession -- defining elegance. Thanks.<BR/><BR/>Taste is subjective. But I believe that empirical (can't think of a...
View ArticleA very interesting and thought-provoking post . . ...
A very interesting and thought-provoking post . . . as with buying art, the golden rule is to buy what you like--meaning that it may work to use a few, well-chosen retro pieces, but outfitting an...
View ArticleThis subject is a source of endless debate at my h...
This subject is a source of endless debate at my house. I personally prefer a mix that is heavy on traditional antiques, contemporary art and just an accent of modern furniture. The challenge is to...
View ArticleThis is interesting. As with most things, real qua...
This is interesting. As with most things, real quality will always stand the test of time. The mass produced dross will always be consigned to the scrap heap. Unfortunately, the momentary scrap heap...
View ArticleI love all of the thoughtful and well written resp...
I love all of the thoughtful and well written responses. This is why I enjoy the design blog community...none of my friends in Atlanta would have any interest in this discussion!
View ArticleI often think about my Grandmother's home when I w...
I often think about my Grandmother's home when I wonder what looks will stand the test of time. She loves French antiques, and went on frequent buying trips to NYC when she built her dream home in the...
View ArticleThat's a fabulous question. I have never been a f...
That's a fabulous question. I have never been a fan of that era, but have recently discovered some awesome designers working in the 50's - 70's whose work is quite classic and I think would stand the...
View ArticleSuzy-You are right, quite a few designers have pie...
Suzy-<BR/><BR/>You are right, quite a few designers have pieces in their furniture collection that are influenced by some of the designs of this era. Baker Furniture has just come out with...
View ArticleGreat discussion. I talked a bit about this in one...
Great discussion. I talked a bit about this in one of my earlier blogs, although not as intelligently as some of the other commenters here! I, too, think the retro look is drifting towards becoming...
View ArticleI'm not personally a big fan of a lot of the "new ...
I'm not personally a big fan of a lot of the "new retro" interiors I see, but there are some exceptions. I tend to like it best when it's clean and when it's sincere. I have a friend who generally...
View ArticlePS--I want to add a caveat...I think ANY decor fal...
PS--I want to add a caveat...I think ANY decor falls flat if it's not a true representation of the personalities of the people who live there. That is why I absolutely detest model homes. They may be...
View ArticleApartment Therapy had a contest not too long ago a...
Apartment Therapy had a contest not too long ago and just about every single entry was mid-century modern. One entry was very classic and many of the readers slammed the design. The funny thing is,...
View ArticleThanks for the comments, everyone!Amber, I love Am...
Thanks for the comments, everyone!<BR/><BR/>Amber, I love Amazon Prime! Worth every penny. I just realized last week that you could send gifts and it counts under prime...I wish I knew...
View ArticleAnon- just checked out the thread on magnaverde. V...
Anon- just checked out the thread on magnaverde. Very interesting debate! Obviously a lot of people on the Apartment Therapy site do not like the classic style at all. Taste in decor is definitely...
View ArticleWow, this has been a really great topic of discuss...
Wow, this has been a really great topic of discussion. I think history tends to repeat itself. I think mid-century modern appeals to many people today because of the way it can blend with modern...
View ArticleDear things - I so agree. I am an antiques lover a...
Dear things - I so agree. I am an antiques lover at heart & I tell hubbie - go for the antiques my love, spend a bit more - they will never date. It doesnt help tho - being the daughter of an...
View ArticleI love the clean look and idea of 50s-70s retro, b...
I love the clean look and idea of 50s-70s retro, but for a family it's completely unrealistic.<BR/><BR/>Unless you have unlimited funds and can toss your furniture and home on a whim I...
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