Articles for May 24th, 2006
TOMORROW NIGHT–GET STONED
Thought that headline would grab you, I am talking about limestone and marble. Galleria Pierra is popping the champagne tomorrow to celebrate Stone Legends founder Richard Carey–”an innovator in the design community”–who was featured as a design master in the June issue of Architectural Digest. (Full disclosure: I am not sure if the article is an editorial or an ad.) In addition to oooing and ahhing over the vast collection of everything stone–I have never seen so many statutes and columns in one place–Stone Legends is launching its Artistry and Education series to teach us neophytes about stone making. I mean, I like thought you quarried it and then chipped away…I guess not! Some of the top artisans strutting their stuff are:
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MORE MCKINNEY MUSINGS
Last weekend I was lucky enough to happen upon an art fair on McKinney’s downtown historic square. It was fun stuff. Not particularly inspired — Bluebonnets = yawn — but fun. However, I was impressed with local photographer Ryan Leach. He has a great eye, a good sense of lighting, and he’s only 17 years old. Very impressive. At 17, I was mastering the fine art of Ms. Pac-Man. (Ouch. That dates me.) Anyway, check out Leach’s work here. I think he has a future.
TOYS FOR BOYS WITH TASTE
Okay. Forget outdoor kitchens. It looks like everything is coming outside: kitchens, furniture, lighting, and rugs, all weather resistant and good looking. Design Within Reach has noticed the trend. Their outdoor living merchandise might be minimal in form but it’s inventory is bigger than ever. My latest love? This all-weather foosball table in stainless steel. Designed by Rafael Rodriguez, the game table is so sleek it’s a work of art, belonging more in the MoMA than a rec room. Granted it’s also a whopping $3,998. But love ain’t cheap, friend. Check out the table here.
PRESTON HOLLOW GOSSIP
Rumor I heard tonight: Tiffany Mullin has filed for divorce from Mike. I sure hope not, because how could she part with that wonderful closet complete with fireplace, bar, runway, and enough storage for a couture army?
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