JENNY MARTIN DESIGN: JMD FAV'S

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Thursday, March 28, 2013

JMD Loves... Zoe Pawlak, Artist Extraordinaire!

Our good friends over at Angela Robinson Interior Design have been gushing to us about Zoe Pawlak for a while now. They commissioned her to create this gorgeous custom piece of art for a residence in the Kitsilano neighbourhood of Vancouver, BC. We love how this piece provides the space with all the colour it needs! The scale of it is fantastic too; it would have been easy to request a piece that was smaller that fit right above the headboard. That's why we love Angela's work - unexpected, original and perfectly executed!

Photo courtesy of Angela Robinson Interior Design

Zoe Pawlak does not stop at being simply a much sought-after artist. She is also a curator, speaker, and consultant. Her work has begun to make appearances in The Cross - which is one of our favourite stores to visit while in Vancouver.

There's lots to love about Zoe's work. We were first drawn in by her expressive use of colour! Her paintings have a certain softness to them, but can also have strong blues, fuchsias, and yellows.


Heaven Hold On II Oil on Panel 28 x 84

There is a range in style to her work, too; landscapes, abstracts, figuratives, and florals. She is an artist with great range. She does many commissions, so anything is possible, really.

You Were Always There
Oil on Canvas
48 x 48

Rest Upon These Bones
17" x 24"
Mixed media on mylar

Beyond the art and million other things that Zoe does with her time (sleep? probably not), she is the co-owner of Loaded Bow, which is a networking group for female entrepreneurs from any industry. They host private events and gatherings, and help to grow and support women in business, which is invaluable. If we lived in Vancouver, we'd be at every event.

Pursuit of You
Oil on Canvas
16 x 20

A Field of This
Oil on Canvas
36 x 48

In summary, Zoe is our new art obsession! We were lucky enough to meet her in Vancouver a couple of weekends ago, and she is as warm and inviting as her work! If you are looking for that perfect piece of art to finish off your space, we found your artist! Go find her on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to get a glimpse into pieces she is currently working on.

Last, but certainly not least, our favourite Zoe Pawlak piece....

Show Me with Your Eyes
Oil on Canvas
36 x 48

Monday, May 14, 2012

JMD Fav's: Chandeliers

In the world of interior design, there are hundreds of thousands of options and styles in every category. Lighting is a major category that includes wall sconces, ceiling fixtures, table lamps, floor lamps, pendants, chandeliers and more!

When it comes to lighting, particularly CHANDELIERS, it is one of the most crucial elements in a space to reflect the "mood" of the space. It is important to select a fixture that coincides with the overall essence of the space. In many spaces, the chandelier is the key feature of a space.

Image from Hinkley Lighting - Valley 4705BN

Typically, a chandelier will be found centred in the middle of the dining room.

Image from Design Sponge

If your home is more grande, then you can have an extravagent chandelier in the entryway.

Image from Pinterest

We always love to include a chandelier in the ensuite bathroom or a girl's bedroom.

Image from Ideas Casas

Not:Love the different size mirrors on the wall!

Image from Emerald Interior Design Blog

Chandeliers - It is one of the hardest items to narrow down since there are so many beautiful pieces that come in an array of sizes, styles and finishes.

We have selected some of our favourite fixtures to share with you!

Jenny's Fav Chandelier:

BOCCI 14. MY FAVORITE! They remind me of vintage Japanese fishing floats with a story from the sea... Adding a playful yet mysterious element to modern interiors with their soft candlelight glow.. They more that are grouped together the more incredible the effect! AND they're not designed in Italy.. They are the brain child of local Vancouver architect Omar Arbel who I had the pleasure of meeting here in Victoria last year.

-Jenny

Jess's Fav Chandelier:

The Tusk Chandelier by Hudson Furniture Inc. has been on my mind lately... I can see it making an incredible statement in a West Coast Contemporary space paired with a neutral backdrop of cool greys and rich walnut tones. Although slightly Gothic in style, the lines of this piece remind me of antlers, a popular silhouette currently found in both traditional and modern settings. The chrome finish reflects the light beautifully, drawing your eye directly to this stunning fixture. Would love to have this hanging in my dining room!

-Jess

Mari's Fav Chandelier:

I'm in love with the Valentina Chandelier by Murray Feiss. Found in an oxidized bronze finish, this fixture comes with the option of 4, 6 or 12 light. It has a very classic look while incorporating soft curves and clean contemporary lines. I would love to see this in my imaginary dream home entryway with large scale Cararra gold marble tiles and large windows to let the crystals glitter and gleam!

-Mari

Annie's Fav Chandelier:

My favourite chandelier is a large pendant light from Tech Lighting called the Madrid Pendant. The handmade knit wool cover creates a soft textural element to the light. It's a fun and funky light that would work in a variety of spaces. I'd love to see it over an eating nook in a contemporary industrial home.

-Annie

To find out more information on lighting, be sure to ask any one of the helpful representatives at Illuminations Lighting Solutions.

Monday, February 6, 2012

JMD's Favorite Picks! : Chairs

The Chair:

Typically found in the living room, it is commonly used to perch oneself in a social setting or perhaps to enjoy reading in, knitting in or napping in. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, fabrics and materials, as well as patterns and colours. The chair, in any space serves as a functional piece, however, in the living room it can also make a design statement.

1950's Chair

Chairs have certainly come a long way in terms of design. During the early 18th Century, craftsman or upholsterers created splendid pieces of furniture with fine details and incredible skills. These and many artisans marked each era with characteristics in furniture that we continue to see today.

Louis XV Chair

Detail that we don't see as much in furniture today

Over the centuries and even within each decade, we will find an incredible array of chairs designs. To say the least, some are not practical, let alone comfortable, but many of these chairs undoubtedly become an icon in the design industry.

Barcelona™ Chair, 1929, Mies van der Rohe & Lilly Reich

Wassily™ Chair, 1925, Marcel Breuer

Zig Zag™ Chair 1932-1934, Gerrit Thomas Rietveld

LCW™, 1945, Charles and Ray Eames

Eames™ Lounge Chair, 1956, Charles and Ray Eames

Panton™ Chair, 1968-1999, Verner Panton

Paimio™ Lounge Chair, 1930-1931, Alvar Aalto

Today, the chair is not only used as a functional piece of furniture, but also as a statement of our taste. Could a piece of furniture actually grasp our true essence? Why not! We express ourselves in what we wear, what we drive, our shoes, and even in our homes. What better but to express our personality in a chair! We love it!!!

Our JMD Fav's: CHAIRS