The Interior Hangout

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

The Art is in the Hanging

Last week we had the task of hanging art for a discerning client. Many people think there are rules you must follow; however, when it comes to hanging art, rules are made to be broken.
To take on the task, we knew that our not-so-skilled hands could not meet the challenge. So, we called in an expert. We called in Kent Southwell of Kent Picture Framing here in Vancouver. He was up for the challenge!

His easy going professional manner was met with quick and expertise hanging. This guy knows his stuff.

If you're ever in the market for hanging art - he's your guy. We will no longer go anywhere else!

Thanks Kent!

We're currently scheduled to take professional photographs of the results...stay tuned...

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Bastille Day, July 14, 2011

Whether you are a Francophone or just someone with Joie de Vivre, today is the 222nd anniversary of the troop invasion of the French prison in Bastille that was pivotal in ending the French Revolution in 1789. But is it acceptable to say, "Happy Bastille Day"? Well, to some descendants of the French Imperial Court that would be like saying, "Happy day your ancestors were caught and beheaded".

In France, it is actually not customary to give any salutation on this day. But if you find yourself wishing to cheer something aloud, a "Joyeux le quatorze juillet", which translates to "Happy Fourteenth of July!", would be a safe bet. Or even better, a simple “Bonne fête!” will suffice.

Regardless, today is a day of celebrating! Here's our take on some fun and delicious french must-haves:

Monday, June 13, 2011

Best Indoor/Outdoor Chairs

The Designer Bar: Best Indoor/Outdoor Chairs: "Oooooh laaalaaa! It's so exciting out there. So many cool outdoor chairs this year that are equally as functional indoors. The colours ar..."

Saturday, January 29, 2011

Finding Glynda

Wondering through Ambleside, a seaside community in West Vancouver, a little shop dressed in white came into view. Intrigued...we went in. Little did we know that Glynda, who's apparently a good witch, had opened a shop breathing new life into a tired static string of street side shops. The shop is called Glynda (the good witch) and it's white meets black, shabby chic meets bling, spiritual artist meets girly bliss interior is just what we needed on a rainy Vancouver day.

The artists name is Glynda Fitzgerald and she's been an artist her whole life. She now creates canvas art and greeting cards that will blow your mind. We thank you for having the courage to open up a shop and expose yourself to the world. Good luck from Northshore Interiors.

Here are some samples of her work:

Canvas Art

Card Art

Thursday, January 20, 2011

Decorating with Pantone's Color of the Year "Honeysuckle"

Every year, Pantone announces its chosen "Color of the Year". Are designers chomping at the bit? No, not really. Even though it's fun to creatively think of different ways to use the color, does anyone really have that kind of power to persuade?

However, when Pantone revealed their choice to be "Honeysuckle 18-2120 TCX", we were once again excited to do a search on the color. Maybe if we keep pushing pink it will one day become more acceptable than it's current limitation to little girls, single women, and men's ties.