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Wednesday, April 7th, 2010
If you are thinking of adding a contemporary touch to your traditional style home, you should consider using transitional furniture. As the term suggests, transitional furniture is the best option for homeowners who wish to make a transition from traditional to contemporary style and vice versa. This type of furniture is also known as updated classic furniture, and it combines traditional curves and contemporary straight lines to deliver a clean, classic, and timeless design.
Camden Black Dining Set
Transitional furniture features a good balance of feminine and masculine attributes, and it is delightfully sophisticated and yet practical. Some of the common colors that are found on transitional furniture include beige, tan, ivory, and taupe, and deep tones range from chocolate to dark brown. The lack of color is compensated with a wide variety of textured fabrics, such as chenille, corduroy, twill, woven reeds, denim, tweed, woven rope, and others. Accessories are used minimally but intelligently in transitional style décor. Examples include potted orchids, simple oval trays, and photographs and artworks with white mats and simple frames. Preferred metals for frames and other decorative items are silver and brushed nickel.
Many transitional furniture pieces are specifically designed to suit the needs of an active household. They provide comfort and practicality, without compromising on style. To find out if transitional furniture is indeed the right choice for you, you can check out Grand Furniture Gallery’s extensive selection of transitional furniture.
Tags: Classic Furniture, Contemporary Furniture, Traditional Furniture, Transitional Furniture
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Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Continuing from Monday…
Stickley’s furniture featured rectangular lines and was usually made of oak that was lightly stained to showcase the wood’s grain. Leather and canvas was used instead of heavy tapestry on seat cushions. Stickley took pride in the fact that he never used nails or glue as fasteners in his furniture pieces. Instead he had visible tenon-and-key joints, exposed tenons, and visible dowels as fasteners. Using these intricate techniques dated back to medieval times and made the Stickley Mission furniture extremely unique and in high demand.
Gustav Stickley considered himself a “craftsman” and published his own magazine called “The Craftsman” from 1901 to 1916. In it he promoted his principles of furniture design, mostly that pieces should be comfortable and well made, and practical too. Always supporting the Arts and Crafts movement, he often stressed the importance of choosing furniture that was more cost effective rather than luxurious.
Despite his many successes in furniture design, Stickley’s creations were subjected to unauthorized knock-off’s which eventually helped put him out of business. In 1915, Gustav Stickley filed for bankruptcy and closed his factory for good. The great news is, that despite his demise, the Mission style furniture still lives on today!
At Grand Furniture Gallery you will find a wide selection of Mission style furniture for every room of your home. Stop by today to see the beautiful bedroom sets, dining sets, office furniture, entertainment centers, armoire/TV Console, occasional tables and pub table and chairs that are available. We offer a variety of sizes and colors to choose from so it is easy to create the perfect Mission style room. Stop by our showroom to see what will inspire you with our quality furniture that is made in North Carolina!
Tags: Arm Chairs, Bed, Bedroom, Chair, Chest, Coffee Table, Computer Desk, Den Furniture, Dining Room, Dresser, Family Room, Grand Furniture Gallery, Living Room, Night Stand, Occasional Furniture, Pub Table, Side Chair
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Monday, March 1st, 2010
The Arts and Crafts movement first came to life in Great Britain in the middle of the 19th century. It was during a time when factories began mass production of furniture and goods that true artisans attacked the new ideals of mass production. To those who followed the Arts and Crafts movement, workers who were tied to machines were being robbed of the simple pleasures of their own creativity. It was widely be believed that workers should return to the superior practices of making items by hand, as the beauty of those items was in the irregularity that was created by the individual artisan.
Gustav Stickley is often credited with leading the charge in the Arts and Crafts movement, but it was actually already in full swing by the time he became involved. Stickley was a popular American furniture maker in the early part of the 20th century. His design style was called Mission or Mission Oak and was inspired by the Spanish Missions in California. The furniture name also suited one of Stickley’s core values; that it fulfilled a mission or purpose.
The Stickley furniture was unique in that it celebrated the handmade nature of furniture making, but was still able to be produced via machine. His techniques allowed his furniture designs to be efficiently crafted for less money than his competitors. While other Arts and Craft artisans catered to the wealthy, Stickley tried, and was quite successful, at making his design creations more obtainable to the general public. The Stickley Mission furniture was considered simple, functional, and sturdy, with little attention paid to decorative details.
Please check back on Wednesday for the conclusion.
Tags: Bed, Bedroom, Chair, Computer Desk, Dining Room, Dresser, Grand Furniture Gallery, Living Room, Night Stand, Occasional Furniture, Pub Table, Side Chair
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Friday, January 15th, 2010
Your favorite teams have fought hard for their coveted spot in the Super Bowl. Your guest list has been made, invitations have been sent, and your food list is made. You have all the markings of what is sure to be a fun Super Bowl party this year.
What could make it more exciting is adding some great new comfy furniture to your home before all of your guests arrive. Grand Furniture Gallery has the Marquis Brown Home Theater Power Recliner that would make a perfect addition to your room, especially if you are interested in creating a cool home theater environment. This fantastic powered recliner is made from top grain leather with vinyl matching on the sides and back, and has convenient cup holders built into the arms. Another feature that makes this chair so versatile is that it can be purchased as a stand alone recliner with two arms or you can choose to purchase the chair with only one arm on either side. Buying the chair with one arm allows you to create a row of home theater seating that will amaze your friends and family members!
To create a true theater like atmosphere, you should also consider elevating the second row of seating by using a Riser system that is available at Grand Furniture Gallery. The Risers are fully adjustable and can accommodate all types of seating by adding as many sections as your need for your own décor.
Grand Furniture Gallery is dedicated to providing you with quality furniture direct from North Carolina. Stop by our store today to see the selection of furniture we have available for every room of your home.
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Wednesday, January 6th, 2010
Continuing from Monday…
An armoire in the bathroom will allow you to keep all your towels, linens, toiletries, and cleaning supplies close at hand and in one central location. If you are need of extra storage for your dining room, or don’t want to use a China cabinet and hutch, an armoire is perfect for storing all of your China, silver, stemware, silverware and accessories. For kitchens that are short on cabinets, the armoire can provide additional storage space for those oddly shaped items, pots and pans, or even provide additional food storage space. In the playroom, the armoire allows you to store all of your children’s toys and games in one central location helping to keep clutter down to a minimum. Many armoires can be found that are specifically outfitted to work for your home office area. These armoires easily hold your computer, keyboard, printer, fax machine, books, and files. The storage space allows you to keep all of your equipment and supplies in one central location and when you are done with your work, you can simply shut the doors!
At Grand Furniture Gallery you will find the Piazza Armoire which features include canted corners, half-round fluted pilasters, egg and dart molding and scrolled feet. This gorgeous piece of furniture is crafted from hardwood solids with cherry and primavera veneers and would look lovely in most any setting. This beautiful armoire is part of the Villa Veneto Collection which also includes a bedroom group, sleigh beds, Curule Bunching Bench, mirror, drawer chest, night stand, and delightful nine drawer dresser.
Grand Furniture Gallery has a beautiful selection of armoires available, direct from North Carolina, to choose from. Stop by our store to see the different styles and wood varieties that we have in stock for you. With so many styles to choose from, there is something for everyone at our store!
Tags: Bathroom, Bedroom, Bench, Chest, China Cabinet, Dining Room, Dresser, Family Room, Grand Furniture Gallery, Hutch, Kitchen, Living Room, Mirror, Night Stand, Sleigh Bed
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Monday, January 4th, 2010
One of my favorite pieces of furniture to own is the armoire. I find it to be one of the most versatile pieces of furniture pieces out on the market for several different reasons. Traditional armoires were used as a means of storing clothing in rooms that did not have a built in closet. Since most homes are built with closets in every room nowadays, armoires have changed a bit and can be used in any room in the house. If truth be told, in my home, I have five armoires!
An armoire is a tall cabinet that contains any combination of drawers, shelves, and/or doors. It can easily be used as a main storage unit or as a decoration piece of furniture. It serves perfectly in living rooms or family rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, home offices, play rooms, kitchen, and even the bathroom. The uses for an armoire are seemingly endless. Here are a few ideas of how you can use one, or a few, in your home.
The armoire is perfect for storing all of the unsightly electronics that we all have in our living room and family room. The shelving provides ample space for the electronics, and the drawers provide great storage for CD’s, video tapes, and gaming equipment. Because of the space allotment, extra blankets and pillows always fit with ease into an armoire as well. An armoire that is placed in the bedroom is a wonderful place to put all of your clothing. I find that I am able to store both winter and summer clothing at the same time and am not plagued by having to pack up items as the seasons turn.
Please check back on Wednesday for the conclusion.
Tags: Bathroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Grand Furniture Gallery, Home Office, Kitchen, Living Room
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Friday, December 25th, 2009
Typically, leather furniture will last longer than its upholstered competitors. Anyone who has ever owned a nice piece of leather furniture can tell you that proper care will not only prolong its life but also keep it looking attractive for many years.
Just like fine wood furniture, it’s important to keep leather furniture away from heat sources. Leather can stiffen, crack and fade when placed too closely to a fireplace or in an area that receives direct sunlight. All leather furniture should be dusted or vacuumed regularly. Accumulated dirt or debris should be removed with a soft cloth that is slightly dampened. Always test an inconspicuous spot to make sure that the leather is not absorbing the water prior to washing the entire surface area though. Spills happen and when they do, you should never wipe leather during the clean up process. Instead use a dry cloth and blot the spill until it is removed.
Leather can be tricky to clean when you have a stubborn stain, but you should never use cleaning solvents, detergents, ammonia or soap on it. These products can all permanently damage the surface of the leather. You should also be mindful of placing any newspapers or other printed materials on leather furniture. Ink dyes will transfer and the remaining stains are very difficult to remove. Most manufacturers will advise you that leather furniture should be conditioned every 6 to 12 months to prolong its life and keep it looking beautiful.
Grand Furniture Gallery has many beautiful pieces of leather furniture to choose from. Stop by our store to see our extensive leather collection. With the quality you expect from North Carolina furniture, we have sofas, chairs, ottomans, recliners, loveseats, bar stools, pub chairs, beds, commodes, benches, and mirrors that are available in many different colors. Grand Furniture Gallery offers quality home furnishing for every room in your home. You won’t be disappointed with our fantastic selection and fantastic prices.
Tags: Arm Chairs, Bed, Bedroom, Bench, Chair, Commode, Den Furniture, Dining Room, Grand Furniture Gallery, Loveseat, Mirror, Ottoman, Recliner, Sleigh Bed, Sofa
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Friday, November 27th, 2009
A successful Thanksgiving meal is what you hope you accomplished; but you still have one big holiday time period to get through before the year is over. There will be parties to host and seating decisions to be made.
A dinner party is not only about the actual food that is served, it is also about the conversation and laughter that is shared. As the host of a party, it is your job to facilitate socializing among your guests and one way to do that is a well thought out seating plan. Adding placecards to the dining room table for large dinner parties is must for dinner parties.
In order to keep your guests happy and conversation lively, it’s always a good idea to try to seat people together who share common interests. Be creative with your pairings. If you have a shy guest, always try to place them with a kind extrovert who might help bring them out of their shell for the night. In today’s world, proper etiquette dictates that couples be separated at a dining room table to encourage mingling. Children on the other hand should always remain with a parent unless there is a specific table designated just for them.
The number one responsibility of the host of a party is to ensure the happiness and comfort of the guests at the event. Deciding on the correct seating from the beginning can help make your dinner party a success. The most important thing to ask yourself is who will be happiest sitting with whom.
Perhaps it’s time to consider adding new dining room furniture to your home to create a wonderful dining ambiance. At Grand Furniture Gallery you will find the Camilla Dining Room Group that is perfect for entertaining. This set has a beautiful rich cherry veneer with a dark brown finish. It’s generously sized table is perfect for dinner parties or family gatherings. The Camilla Dining Room Group includes the ornately carved table, six side chairs, two arm chairs, China hutch and buffet. Its exquisite design will surely add elegance to any home décor.
Grand Furniture Gallery has a wonderful selection of North Carolina Furniture for every room in your home. Stop by to see our beautiful bedroom, children’s, living room, home entertainment, occasional, leather, and accent furniture varieties that are available.
Tags: Arm Chairs, Buffet, China Cabinet, Grand Furniture Gallery
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