Interior Design articles from July 2003

Interior Design archives from July 2003

Update: catch these events in August and September.(Calendar)
July 1, 2003... 1. Washington's Bellevue Art Museum gets body-conscious with "Clay Body," an exhibition of figurative work by three contemporary artists. Patti Warashina interprets the human form in the ceramic Population Control, 2003. September 27-January 4;...

Envelope, please. .(Red Dot Design Awards.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... June is for the Tony Awards. The Pritzker Prize gets May. For outstanding industrial design, summer is the season both here and abroad. The Red Dot Design Awards, established in 1955 by Design Zentrum Nordrhin Westfalen, took place this...

Bejeweled in Bisazza. .(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... When Bisazza made tile cuff links for this year's Academy Awards presenter gift baskets, the chic accessories created such a stir that the Italian manufacturer decided to launch an entire line of jewelry. The initial collection comprises eight...

Shining light. .(Universal House of Justice.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Mix the Parthenon with the Pantheon, place the result on a hillside in Haifa, Israel, and you've got the headquarters of the Universal House of Justice, the legislative arm of the Baha'i faith. However, plans for the world's newest Baha'i...

High hopes. .(New York's Skyscraper Museum.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Since its founding in 1996, New York's Skyscraper Museum has held exhibitions in temporary spaces--one of which, five blocks from the World Trade Center, became a Federal Emergency Management Agency resource center after September 11. Now,...

SOS. .(Preservation of historic buildings.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Eero Saarinen's TWA Terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York, is one of 11 sites on this year's National Trust for Historic Preservation list of endangered places. All are threatened by neglect...

Rock garden. .(Memorials.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... At the United Nations in New York, Arquitectonica is completing a stone-slab memorial for peacekeeping troops killed in the line of duty. The installation features stone sourced from 60 quarries on five continents...

Wild things.(Humanscale's fourth annual Wildlife Mask Competition and Charity Auction to benefit the World Wildlife Fund. )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Calling all designers with a "wild side." It's time for Humanscale's fourth annual Wildlife Mask Competition and Charity Auction to benefit the World Wildlife Fund. Through September 15, designers can submit masks that represent the face of a...

Sky high.('Skyspace' building.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Visit the University of Washington's "Skyspace," artist James Turrell's freestanding structure of concrete and translucent glass. The retractable roof renders the sky--and stars--visible from inside. Opens July 12...

On the horizon. .(Horizon Awards.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... At SOFA New York, the Museum of Arts & Design and Hunter Douglas Window Fashions presented the third annual Horizon Awards for emerging artists. The four winners came from art schools across the country...

Peekaboo!(Textiles.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Open weaves and cool cutouts add an element of surprise 1. Illusion 1073-03 silk-polyester by ClassicCloth. circle 300 2. Twinkle 9086-06 Trevira CS-polyester blend by Pollack. circle 301 3. Briar 1111-01 cotton by ClassicCloth. circle 302...

Uncommon threads.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Stylish fabrics that celebrate the work of the needle 1. Spun 678-20 polyester-rayon blend by TVS Interiors for HBF Textiles. circle 309 2. Spun 678-62 polyester-rayon blend by TVS Interiors for HBF Textiles. circle 310 3. Samba F2433-118...

The empire's new clothes.(Tudor City, New York.)
July 1, 2003... A MASTER OF CLEAN LINES and subdued colors, not to mention oversize mirrors, Vicente Wolf isn't necessarily the designer you'd picture among the gargoyles and stained-glass windows of New York's landmark Tudor City. Nevertheless, the Interior...

Ferrari in overdrive. .
July 1, 2003... IN ITALY, EVEN GRANDMOTHERS go to bars to watch Formula 1--and Ferrari is a cult verging on obsession. Ferrari ownership, on the other hand, is a prerogative of the rarefied few, leaving a difficult task for the automotive icon's first...

For the second 100 Giants, there's a silver lining: income shortfalls look drastic, but all is not as it seems. .
July 1, 2003... IN A WORLD THAT SEEMED TO GET TOUGHER BY THE DAY, this year's second 100 Interior Design Giants took the high road. Of the firms on the list, 90 percent specified environmentally responsible products, including carpet, fabric, paint, lighting,...

Branching out. .(sawayamoroni.com, circle 317 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Dominique Jakob and Brendan MacFarlane--who designed Georges, the restaurant atop the Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris--intend their Three-One to be a room's central furnishing, not just a place to store books and CDs. Introduced at this year's...

Cassina.(cassinausa.com, circle 318 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Patrick Jouin knows a thing or two about elegance--he designed the interior of the Alain Ducasse restaurant in Paris. Jouin's pristine Kami collection comes in sofa, chair, ottoman, or sectional components. All pieces are upholstered in leather...

Poltrona Frau. .(frauusa.com. circle 319 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Dezza is "modern, comfortable, and extra-light," says architect Gio Ponti, who designed it back in 1965. The beech-wood armchair is now being reproduced in its original exposed-grommet version, upholstered in pony skin or Frau leather. 145...

Magis. .(magisdesign.com. circle 321 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Stefano Giovannoni, responsible for several of Alessi's playful household products, is at it again with stackable Boogie Woogie units of injection-molded ABS. 15 Via Magnadola, 31045 Motta di Livenza, Italy; 39-04-22-86-2600; magisdesign.com....

Muji. .(mujionline.com, circle 320 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... This itty-bitty plastic CD player--just 6 1/2 inches square and made to hang on the wall--has 12-watt speakers built in. As with all Muji products, the sophistication derives from the simplicity. Just pull the string to start the music. 2-12-28...

B&B Italia.(bbitaliausa.com, circle 322 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... For her Lens nesting tables, Patricia Urquiola sandwiched a special film between Layers of crystal in transparent, gray, or bronze. The metal frame is available in graphite, bronze, or black. 150 East 58th Street, New York, NY 10155;...

Kartell. .(kartell.com. circle 323 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Philippe Starck's aptly named Mademoiselle chair is curvaceous and leggy. Its base is transparent polycarbonate. The polyurethane seat, available in a selection of muted colors, can be upholstered or painted in a matte finish. 45 Greene Street,...

Alias. .(aliasdesign.com, circle 324 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Bowls inspired Tamar Ben David's 01, 02, and 03 occasional tables in a composite multilayer techno-polymer. The off-center divots are bowl-shape, too. 200 McKay Road, Huntington Station, NY 11746; 631-549-1302; aliasdesign.com, circle 324 ...

Edra. .(edra.com. circle 325)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... A sculptural chair and a small set-tee compose seating system Au, from the Japanese word for meeting. Setsu and Shinobu Ito constructed the pieces in polyurethane foam, then upholstered them in leather. 3 Via Ciovassino, 20121 Milan, Italy;...

Cappellini. .(cappellininewyork.com. circle 326 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Fraternal duo Erwan and Ronan Bouroullec have come out with two new designs. Cloud, which doubles as a bookshelf and a room divider, is made of high-density polystyrene. The Spring chair pairs a transparent plastic seat with a base in either...

Moroso. .(moroso.it. circle 327)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... No man is an island, but his seat may be. That's how Konstantin Grcic describes Osorom, constructed like a basket in self-skinning polyurethane molded onto an internal metal frame. Measuring 6 feet 6 inches in diameter, the piece was conceived...

Swedese Mobler. .(swedese.se. circle 328 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Michael Young and Katrin Petursdottir's Tree is a coat-rack that comes in either laminated birch veneer or white Lacquered MDF. At 6 feet high, Tree balances exceptionally well because of a steel plate inserted in the 20-inch-diameter base....

xO. .(xo-design.com. circle 329)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Old-school gets a fresh face with Miniskool, a polypropylene desk and chair unit by Philippe Starck. Kids aged 3 and up can use it in the playroom or the yard, and the flat top makes a perfect work surface for finger painting. Shaw Imports,...

De Padova.(depadova.it. circle 332 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... For Credence, his sleek limit-edition cabinet, Xavier Lust constructed each door from a single curved sheet of aluminum. The surround is anodized aluminum. 14 Corso Venezia, 20121 Milan, Italy; 39-02-77-7201; depadova.it. circle 332 ...

Sawaya & Moroni. .(sawayamoroni.com. circle 334)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... William Sawaya's Maxima series consists of chairs, stools, and tables in high-density compact polyurethane. Seat backs curl into a comfortable rest; bases are satin-finished stainless steel. Available in red, black, orange, white, and silver....

Flou.(flou.com, circle 321)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... First came Nathalie, the best-selling bed that Vico Magistretti designed for this company 25 years ago. Now there's Vico, a bed-shelving combo. The unit is available in cherry wood and bleached or wenge-stained oak, with or without a...

Domodinamica by Modular.(domodinamica.com. circle 330 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... If you've already stayed at the trendy Hi hotel in Nice, France, perhaps you've noticed Housse by Matali Crasset. Covered in either faux leather or corduroy, the wardrobe is 4 feet high, 2 feet deep, and available in such lively colors as Lime,...

Molteni & C. .(molteni.it. circle 333 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... The Graduate, architect Jean Nouvel's modular shelving system, consists of a wall-mounted plywood shelf from which hang stainless-steel rods with graduated notches. Aluminum shelves of varying lengths, inserted in the notches, are supported by...

Dune. .(dune-ny.com. circle 339 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... An off-site show of furniture by Nick Dine, "Made in New York" featured the designer's past and current work. His new Sumo seating collection boasts sit-and-stay-a-while proportions and stylized bentwood armrests. 88 Franklin Street, New York,...

Blu Dot.(bludot.com. circle 338)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Since 1997, this outfit has been turning out easy-on-the-eyes design with light-on-the-wallet price tags, retying on simple forms that promote efficient production, reduce waste, and allow straightforward home assembly. The latest offerings are...

Designframe.(designframe.com. circle 337 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Following in the footsteps of Frank Gehry and the Campana brothers, designer Michael McGinn found inspiration in corrugated cardboard. A stool that makes "taking a seat" eminently easy, Pause is Lightweight (1 pound 12 ounces), collapsible (1...

Serralunga. .(serralunga.com. circle 335 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Recently, this Italian manufacturer of beautiful plastic planters--yes, truly--has branched out into outdoor furniture. Among the newest is architect Rodolfo Dordoni's low-slung Time Out line, which includes plastic-and-metal chaise longue,...

Lolah. .(lolah.com. circle 336 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Let's be honest. Even with a reputation as the social hub of the office, the water cooler isn't that cool. It is now, thanks to designers Peter Stathis and Christopher Deam. Option one, Tower, celebrates the purity and clarity of water with a...

Hivemindesign. .(hivemindesign.com. circle 345 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Perhaps you noticed the dividers setting off the ICFF bookstore with such grace and style? They're called Honey, by Ruby Metzner and Sather Duke. Combining aluminum and a Knoll Textiles vinyl-coated polyester, Honey is also suitable for light...

Angela Adams.(angelaadams.com, circle 344 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Personally, we've always found a lot to like in Angela Adams's standard rug collection. But for design visionaries--or particularly persnickety sorts--Adams now offers a couture line. Customers can personalize their rugs with sentimental...

Timorous Beasties. .( circle 341 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Although this company was at the show, the best place to view its edgy wallpaper and fabric was off-site at the Apartment. The SoHo shop's walls blazed forth with war-and-roses imagery: tough tanks superimposed on ultra-trad florals. 7 Craigend...

Emeco. .( emeco.net. circle 342 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Philippe Starck might be preposterously prolific, but his designs haven't become prosaic. For the company behind the virtually indestructible aluminum Navy chair, Starck has now created the Versailles-inspired Kong collection. It includes a...

Bulthaup.(bulthaup.com. circle 343.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... This decades-old German kitchen manufacturer chose 2003 as its debut year at ICFF. And wow. The sublimely sleek systems and furniture looked all the more magnificent in a new selection of wood finishes, such as Swiss pear, American walnut, and...

It's show time. .(Bathrooms and Kitchens Expo.)
July 1, 2003... IN THE U.S., KOHLER IS ONE OF THE biggest names in the business. In the U.K., however, the 130-year-oLd plumbing giant is relatively new on the scene. To make a grand entrance at this year's Bathrooms & Kitchens Expo in London, Kohler hired...

Wash and wear. .(A Victorian house in San Francisco.)
July 1, 2003... WHEN A SAN FRANCISCO bachelor bought a house with views of the Golden Gate Bridge and leafy Presidio, the Victorian's dark, confined third floor was a much less pretty sight. To turn the 1,800-square-foot space into a contemporary master suite...

Cooking inside the box. .
July 1, 2003... IN RAINY LONDON, OUTDOOR dining is a dubious affair, but an eat-in kitchen by Found Associates might just be the next best thing. It certainty didn't start out that way. As in most London houses, the kitchen of this neo-Georgian 1930's town...

Drenched in deco. .
July 1, 2003... FOR FIVE WEEKS THIS PAST spring, the spirit of art deco moved into an 1871 New York town house. So did 19 designers--the occasion being the 31st annual Kips Bay Decorator Show House. Mariette Himes Gomez furnished a drawing room with...

Danze. .(danze-online.com. circle 347 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Among a dizzying array of more than 130 styles, this 7-inch showerhead rotates to massage with water power. 2 Territorial Court, Suite A, Bolingbrook, IL 60440; 630-679-1400; danze-online.com. circle 347 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Kuppersbusch. .(kuppersbuschusa.com, circle 351)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Matrix lets users design their own cooktops. A universal connecting strip permits easy (and endless) combinations of components, which vary in size and function. Mix and match gas burners, grills, and even induction woks. 4920 West Cypress...

Deco Lav. .(decolav.com. circle 350)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Levan is the latest from the Translucence line of tempered-glass vessels and lavatory consoles. Given the continued popularity of glass basins, we were happy to find a price-conscious introduction that's both design-savvy and durable. 241 NE...

Toto. .(totusa.com. circle 348)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... There's so much to like about Helix. First, good looks. The stainless-steel basin's generous, circular shape was inspired by the sun, while a brushed interior finish adds contrast (and hides scratches). Second, good deeds. The EcoPower sensor...

Ann Sacks.(annsacks.com. circle 349 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... We could hardly think of a more fitting collaboration than one between Ann Sacks and Clodagh, who share both a Zen aesthetic and dedication to detail. The dreamy new Clodagh bath collection comprises 26 pieces, from large items--tub, vanity--to...

Seieffe. .(info@okite.us. circle 352 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Okite, an Italian surfacing material in quartz and resin, is relatively new to the U.S. Resistant to stains, heat, and scratches, the slabs and floor tiles are ideal for kitchen and bath installations. Translucent colors add a warm glow to...

Bisazza/Dornbracht. .(dornbracht.com, circle 354 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... One of the coolest booths at the show granted a glimpse into the life and work of architect David Ling. His concept bathroom--featuring a his-and-hers Dornbracht shower with glass mosaic Bisazza tiles-will eventually be installed at Ling's...

Axolo. .(circle 355)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Setting out to transform the cabin shower, Giovanni Ronzoni, Luisa Frigerio, and Fabrizio Prosperio came up with Proxima, which offers time-pressed comfort-seekers an alternative to the soaking tub. The luxe, ultramodern system comprises clear...

Colombo Design.(colombodesign.it. circle 357)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Francesco Lucchese has somehow summoned the sensual side of toilet-paper and toothbrush holders. Sexy rounded forms characterize the designer's Yoga collection of bath accessories in pressure-cast chromed brass. Orion Hardware Corporation, 80...

Viking Range Corporation. .(vikingrange.com, circle 356)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Putting things on the back burner has never been simpler. The Designer series's continuous-grate cooktop allows pots and pans to slide between burners, and the arched lines add easy elegance. 111 Front Street, Greenwood, MS 38930; 662-455-1200;...

Fine lines.(crossley.ca. circle 357)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... An ultra-low profile gives high style to Crossley's Parallels. Successfully walking the line between hard surface and conventional carpet, this supremely sleek wire-woven flooring hybrid speaks to modern spaces. It's made of DuPoint HRC nylon...

Merida Meridian. .(circle 358)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... This company has established a reputation for natural fibers, especially in innovative paper weaves and streamlined sisals. But the Metropolitan collection turns up the comfort factor with rugs that beg for bare feet. Jersey Shore, a sumptuous...

Ponte Vecchio. .(pontevecchiousa.com. circle 359 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Known for leather fashion accessories, this company has now introduced items for the home. More than 20 handsome patterns of water--and stain-resistant floor and wall tiles are made from vegetable-tanned leather in Florence, Italy. Styles...

Christopher Farr.(cfarr.co.uk. circle 361)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Besides designing remarkably elegant interiors for both institutional and private clients, French phenomenon Andree Putman has placed her imprimatur on an array of products, from Baccarat crystal to Maharam fabric--even a signature scent. For...

Floor Gres. .(stonesource.com; floorgres.it. circle 362 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... The Globe collection charts a new direction for this company, which has developed technology to channel the look of harmonic mineral surfaces for through-body porcelain tiles appropriate indoors or out. In development for several years, Globe's...

Emma Gardner. .(emmagardnerdesign.com circle 363 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... A two-year-old initiative of its eponymous founder and her husband, Patrick McDarrah, this company has hit its stride. An artist, illustrator, and onetime on-line editor, Gardner creates organically patterned and freshly colored rugs either...

F.J. Hakimian. .(fjhakimian.com. circle 364)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... The New Naturals collection comprises rugs made by Iranian nomads who spin and weave sheep's wool by hand. Several of the rugs are double-faced--featuring a flat kilim weave on one side and a soumak weave, which appears almost knitted, on the...

Ecosurfaces. .(ecosurfaces.com. circle 369)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Playing hard doesn't have to be bruising. Ecoromp's four-part system ensures consistent floor cushioning for the indoor recreation areas often found in shopping malls and doctors' offices. Easy to clean, Ecoromp also emits low VOCs. 715...

Consentino. .(silestoneusa.com. circle 368 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Most often used for kitchen counters and bathroom sink vanities, Silestone works almost anywhere--including the floor. This quartz-based surfacing product is incredibly strong, stain-resistant, and easily maintained. Just out is the Cielo...

PMB Designs. .(pmbdesigns.com. circle 367 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... If shag isn't your bag, you might prefer the sublimely sleek profile of Patricia Baun's hand-painted canvas rugs. Besides boasting bold geometrics, the rugs are resistant to water, stains, and fading. They're hypoallergenic, too. 405-128 West...

Durkan Commercial. .(mohawkgroup.com. circle 365 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... The Sunset Boulevard collection, named for the iconic thoroughfare that wends its way west from Hollywood to Pacific Palisades, also embraces the aesthetic shift from Whisky a Go-Go to beach. Two color groups cover the distance. Hollywood,...

Lees Carpets. .(leescarpets.com. circle 366 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Looking for fresh perspective, this company called on students at North Carolina State University's College of Design. Together, the team developed Rbn (that's urban), a broadloom collection inspired by the kinetic energy of city life. This...

Diago. .(tilespain.com. circle 374)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... For a room with warmth, consider Boston glazed porcelain tile--it looks as luxurious as woven leather underfoot. The 13-inch squares are available in ivory, ocher, tobacco, and mocha. 2655 Le Jeune Road, Suite 1114, Coral Gables, FL 33134;...

Bentley Prince Street.(circle 373 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... The Chakra collection presents thoughtful broadloom carpet designed specifically for the healthcare market. Colors are associated with the seven chakras: the body's energy centers, according to ancient Hindu belief. Many offerings are enhanced...

Fort Street Studio.(fortstreetstudio.com. circle 372)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Bamboo, based on the leaves of a particularly exotic species, features plum, lavender, and sage-green stripes that subtly bleed into one another like a watercolor. The wild-silk rug comes in different colorations as well as standard and custom...

Loophouse. .(thedesigntexgroup.com; loophouse.com. circle 370)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Hudson features a meandering, riverlike pattern. Like other rugs in the Manhattan collection, the hand-tufted wool design is available in 36 colors and four standard sizes. Custom dimensions by special order. Designtex Group, 200 Varick Street,...

Premium Wood Flooring & Design. .(premiumfloors.com. circle 371)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... This company specializes in rare wood and fine craftsmanship, offering ornate wood "rugs," intricate inlays, and magnificent medallions. An example of the latter is Palace, which combines classic and contemporary elements in wenge, maple, ash,...

Blue Ridge Modular.(blueridgecarpet.com. circle 375 )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Blue Ridge Commercial Carpet's new division continues to expand. Now it's the Natural collection, which breaks totally new ground for this nylon-centric company. The 24-inch square modular tiles are made from all-natural undyed sheep's wool in...

Endless Knot Rug Company. .(endlessknotrugs.com. circle 376)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Triangles, representing people gathered in meditation, sprinkle the surface of Attendants. New to Lori Weitzner's Myth and Magic collection, the rug is made of wool with shimmering silk accents. Available in Truffle [shown] and Noir. 364...

Linda Belden. .(lindabelden.com. circle 377)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... A trip to a Zapotec Indian village in Oaxaca, Mexico, encouraged painter Linda Belden to give textile design a try. A year ago, she launched her first collection of rugs, which combined modern looks with Oaxaca's regional weaving techniques....

Masland contract.(circle 378)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Metallic accents add excitement to the textural patterns in the Vibrants collection. The mix includes Wired, with stripes in cut and uncut pile. P.O. Box 11467, Mobile, AL 36671; 800-633-0468; maslandcarpets.com. circle 378 [ILLUSTRATION...

Rex Ceramiche Artistiche.(circle 319)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... The urban chic of concrete still finds devotees. For a twist, Concreate mixes concretelike large-format porcelain tiles with playful metal inserts and mottled, multicolored rectangular porcelain tiles that Look almost oxidized. Italian Trade...

Tibetano. .(circle 384)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Graduated colors and overlapping circles energize Ringlette, the latest addition to the Moon collection of handmade Tibetan wool rugs. 1 Grand Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631; 800-995-5784; tibetano.com. circle 384 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Joan Weissman. .(circle 383)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Ever experimental, Joan Weissman recently focused her attention on the loop. Her latest Tibetan-wool designs, such as Steps, toy with the texture of loop pile rather than relying on cut pile. 3210 Silver Avenue SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108;...

Milliken Carpet. .(millikencarpetsampiestudio.com. circle 382)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Interviews with major A&D firms have revealed that designers seek carpets that look fresh now but don't become dated later. Hence the Simply line of 36-inch square modular carpet tiles. The loop-pile designs are crisp and uncomplicated;...

Constantine. .(circle 380)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Inspired by a shirt literally taken off the back of company founder Robert Weiner, the graphically circular Bob's Shirt belongs to Bob's Shirt & Patterns, a new collection of high-style cut-and-loop carpets. The line's unique texture results...

Patterson, Flynn & Martin. .(circle 381)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Concentric Box hypnotizes, with a square-within-a-square pattern in fashionable color combinations. Part of the Sea Cliff Stripe collection, the hand-knotted Tibetan-wool rug comes in custom sizes and colors. 979 Third Avenue, New York, NY...