MARKET 3 Digital Era Charles Faux Shagreen Bar Cart: $3,600; SkateModerne a fine weave he Larsen 2011 fabric collection embodies the company’s timelessly elegant aesthetic in modern textures and patterns. This year’s line incorporates embroidery and large-scale graphic patterns, while drawing on architectural design influences from the 1920s and natural, tactile materials. Utilizing both traditional and contemporary weaving methods, the collection is elegantly understated, with graphic patterns that serve as the perfect modern updates for heirloom pieces of furniture. L Artist Shanan Campanaro of Eskayel creates home accessories inspired by other cultures and eras A T ccording to artist Shanan Campanaro, creator of Eskayel—a line of wallpaper, fabric, pillows, and baskets developed from her own digitally manipulated paintings—pattern should be used to “express mood or personality” in interiors. “It’s the perfect addition, whether it be a single patterned pillow or a whole room of wallpaper,” she says. For her recently released Era Collection, Campanaro felt the need to offer a collection based in neutrals and subtlety, a departure from her more colorful previous collections. “I found color inspiration in Italy, particularly from earth tones and stonework,” she says. “Once the collection began to form itself, each pattern reminded me of a different time and place in history.” L 1 2 Feudal Facet, Slate Fabric: $7–$155; Eskayel 2 Aquarius Opal Fabric: $7–$155; Eskayel 3 Dynasty Pillow: $135–$195; Eskayel f you long for the opulence of shagreen but are concerned about its environmental cost, check out SkateModerne, a line of faux shagreen produced by designer Michelle Bergeron. Using “woodskin” proprietary technology, she developed a collection of wall paneling and custom furniture featuring mid-century silhouettes with a modern twist. “It’s practically indiscernible from the real thing,” says the designer, “and offers sustainability with a wow factor.” L I friend and faux 2011 Simplicity Collection: Suggested list prices range from $80–$215/yard; Larsen 1 Seaside Muse Available as wallpaper or fabric, each of Eskayel’s designs is adaptable to your individual needs. 34 Lonny july • august 2011 ighting manufacturer PaganiStudio is making its first foray into home accessories with a collection designed exclusively for Holly Hunt. The line, composed of decorative bowls, trays, and votive holders hand-carved from alabaster, was inspired by white stones found along the Mediterranean Sea. “When designing these accessories,” says founder Stéphane Pagani, “we wanted to celebrate one’s emotional connections with beautiful natural objects such as stones, shells, or pieces of driftwood.” L L Alabaster Accessories: $3,700–$3,900; PaganiStudio for Holly Hunt (800-320-3145)
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