Clodagh for Duralee

Clodagh for Duralee... need I say more? I mean when two names that are synonymous with fine design – one a leading fabric manufacturer and the other a world renowned designer – collaborate to create a gorgeous new textile collection, it kind of leaves you speechless.
Clodagh, known for her unique and innovative design aesthetic, teamed up with the fabric experts at Duralee to create Global Passage, a high-end residential fabric collection. It also reflects both Clodagh and Duralee's commitment to protecting the environment as it consists of organic cottons, recycled polyesters and renewable bamboo.
Clodagh has drawn on her pioneering expertise in Feng Shui, chromotherapy, biophilia and sustainable materials to infuse the collection with an incomparable look and flow that appeals to all the senses. The collection features five color books, each intended to inspire individuality and promote rejuvenation.

Pindler Green

Pindler & Pindler, Inc., a name synonymous with artistic textile design and luxury fabric production, has introduced a new line of sustainable fabrics, Pindler Green. This new collection consists of high quality fabrics comprised of natural fibers, including certified organic cotton, linen, jute, flax, bamboo, hemp, wool and silk. Pindler uses certified dyers that specialize in low-impact and non-toxic dyes in the production process. The fabrics are offered in an assortment of prints, geometric designs and stripes. Pindler Green combines sustainability, luxury and quality, creating a textile collection suitable for a variety of applications.

Walker & Co. presents the Modern Collection, a refreshing take on home furnishings, featuring metropolitan silhouettes and natural materials. The organic textures of eco-friendly and all-natural woven banana-leaf meld into the mahogany, creating a soothing combination of natural fibers. “Designers and educated consumers seek out sophisticated silhouettes and a mix of textures to compliment their decor. Although the use of these all-natural materials is not new, the updated look has found its place in the elements of great design." says Susanne Walker, national award winning designer and architect behind the Modern Collection. Walker is known for natural designs that can transfer seamlessly among one another while retaining the vision of the designer. I am a fan of comfort and natural materials, and this collection has both. I wish there were more pieces available in this style.

It's not your Grandmother's wallpaper!

Lately, it seems that wallpaper is everywhere! New patterns, colorways and treatments are coming out of the woodwork. There is no end to the beauty, versatility and yes, price points that are represented in the marketplace today, with hundreds of choices for the custom product. Designers and clients asked, and the industry responded in spades.

The design trade has a special place in their hearts for de Gournay, their detail, use of color and motif is beyond compare. While specializing in 18th and 19th c. chinoiserie and French designs, they can reinterpret classics for a more modern ambiance.


Gracie Studio also specializes in the luxury of the hand-painted scenic wallcovering. Historic documents, photographs or local landscapes can be used as a source of inspiration for the artists to create the most traditional subjects or contemporary patterns on silk, paper or metallic grounds.

One of the newest kids on the custom block is Fromental, but their creativity and depth of experience speaks volumes. Their embroidered silk collection is unique to the industry. From the more traditional chinoiseries, the collection moves through re-interpretations of 1930's florals, 1950's mod, bold super graphics and the sweetness of children's papers.


Elegance and exuberance meet in the latest creations from Maya Romanoff, with one of the finest examples displayed in the 2009 Kips Bay Showhouse. The company incorporates ancient techniques with modern design and production, and also maintains an environmental sensibility.





With tongue firmly planted in cheek are the clever designs of Dunford Wood, available in the US through Lucy Rose Designs. With an extraordinary color sense and great humor, traditional designs are turned on their head!


For an eco-friendly wall treatment, Given Campbell prints on no VOC, no trim paper, with water soluble, air dry inks. Her patterns and colors are fresh, modern and truly inspired.



Custom capabilities go a step further with Alluminare, giving the designer complete control of the pattern, scale and colors. You choose from dozens of patterns, scale the pattern appropriately for your application, adjust colors and 3 weeks later, your custom paper arrives. This is just plain fun!




Choices today are virtually infinite, allowing designers and their clients complete freedom of expression and the chance to create a unique and personal design statement.

Ocean and Madeira Collections from Oliveira Textiles

I am a total sucker for great fabric so it's no surprise that I have completely fallen for the Ocean and Madeira Collections of organic interior fabrics from Oliveira Textiles. The company uses all natural fabrics that are free from toxins and suitable for all interior applications. The textiles shown here (from left to right) are Anemone from the Ocean Collection in wild plum, sun orange and storm grey, and Madeira Vine from the Madeira Collection in shale sand and marigold.

Bamboo & Linen Floor Lamps from Ibolili

These bamboo and linen floor lamps from Ibolili, a member of the Sustainable Furnishings Council, made their debut at the recent High Point Market and its no wonder they're creating quite a buzz. In addition to being a great value (did I mention the retail prices range from approximately $75-$100?!) they are also eco-freindly. In fact, the entire Ibolili collection consists of fine, handmade furniture created from natural elements such as leaves, bark, wood and sisal. These lamps are perfect for anyone looking for quality and affordable green design.