IDS WEST 2013

A look at the back of one of the custom upholstered chairs in Surroundings booth. The chairs were by far the most photographed items in the booth.

Set-up, still under shrink wrap as there is sawing going on all around us. The wallpaper from Kozeil of Paris was a big hit with the crowd.

The Montauk booth, it was all about that backdrop photo, and once in awhile someone looked at the sofa.

Design for dining, Sophie Burke's Scandinavian Inspired dining room was a hit with me! Loved it!

Late Saturday night the guys from Sticks and Stones grabbed the jewelry box people from the neighbouring booth to place around their fire pit. Very funny, gave everyone a good laugh at the end of a long day.

A big thank-you to everyone who dropped by Surroundings booth. It was very busy and I apologize for not being able to speak to everyone. Looking forward to next year.

Cheers,

Kristiane

IDS West....... Here We Come! Come see us Booth 1110

Here is a sneak peak of what we are taking to IDS West. The show opens this Thursday night, Sept. 19th at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

We are essentially building a library for the show, featuring amazing wallpaper I brought back from Paris. The upholstered goods are done au natural, ie, no foam, or synethic fibres on the inside or outside. The Belgian linen was personally sourced by myself in Brussels, as well as the Jute. Leather is Italian. Great care has been taken into the creation of these pieces. One of a kind, never to be duplicated.

The  above wingback chair, fondly referred to as Mrs. Critchley. We custom upholstered the 1870's frame in leather, Belgian Linen, and Jute. This lovely chair was made for a woman, great scale, proportion and balance.

Mr. Critchley,  in the studio, the re-creation begins months ago.

Mr. Critchley, final finish, leather, Belgian Linen, Jute. 

This chair has exquisite detailing, and is a joy to view from all angles.

Le Sofa, finished, in the studio.

The hands that make all the magic happen, upholsterers,  Bonnie and Arwen Schmaus.

Le Sofa stripped down, the solid oak frame was made by Copper Bros. , Toronto in the 1950's. 

Coming to the show is the magnificent Victorian pier mirror, more than just a mirror, this is art.

When we finally get the room built sometime Tuesday night, I promise to take photos and post the finished product.

For now, Im off to load up the truck, drop off Ida at doggie day care, and pick up marble for a last minute install.

IDS West..... Here we come!