Friday, July 31, 2009

Reader HELP! Kitchen cushions!


So I just recently bought these metal bamboo chairs (that I love) but I'm having a tough time trying to figure out what cushions I should have made for them. I really want a fun pattern (geometric, modern zig zag, flame, Asian motif), maybe orange and white, maybe light blue and white or maybe beige and white. I am not a fan of red (anymore) and the rest of my house is in baby blue, emerald green with some hints of yellow.




I figured since I cant really decide I would post it here and open the suggestions up to you guys. So can you help me? What do you think?




(Links to fabric options or images would be most helpful. Thank you in advance!) Oh and please don't email me...just add it the comments section!

Last night's event at Cisco Home!









WOW! What a turnout we had at Cisco Home for our DNG Event. Above are pictures from last nights event. Not only did the showroom have wine and cheese for the event, but Cisco himself was cooking up a storm in their new kitchen by Bazzeo (an eco designed kitchen). If you find yourself shopping on La Brea please check out the amazing showroom filled with eco friendly furniture and accessories! This is one spot you must shop at.


Thank you to everyone who joined us and everyone at Cisco for putting on an unforgettable event!

Thursday, July 30, 2009

Giveaway from Fyndes!


Click here for a chance to be entered in Fyndes giveaway from Krislyn Designs. A $315 value this unique decorative piece is cast from a real seed pod, poured in brass.

Please check out the Fydnes website for more fabulous pieces!

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Designer Tag Sale - Invite!




We are delighted to invite you to our premier designer tag sale, a HIGH-END DESIGNER SHOPPING EVENT!! Please feel free to forward this to your friends and contacts!!




The Designer Tag Sale is an interior designer yard sale/tag sale organized by interior designer Vanessa De Vargas and design editor Vanessa Kogevinas. Hosted by entrepreneur Amy Swift (SMARTY.), the sale will feature over ten top Los Angeles designers selling items from their personal inventories including small furniture such as side-tables, lamps, rugs, pillows, art, accessories and more at incredibly low prices! Nothing will be over $200 and prices will run as low as $5.




Designers include Molly Luetkemeyer, Ron Woodson, Jamie Rummerfield, Lindsey Dann Miller, Vanessa De Vargas, Paula Smail, Carla Lane, Jennifer Culp, Michelle Workman, Krista Ewart, Kelly Van Patter, Erica Islas, Jonamor Décor, Stephanie Visser and Cory Pernicano.




Confirmed vendors are Sobe, Elixir G, New Editions, and Yelp who will be participating as a media sponsor.




Free gift bags will be offered to the first thirty attendees and will include items from Henry Road, Bueller Designs, Blue Pool Road, Yelp, Fauna Pet and C Magazine's newest issue!



There will also be a raffle with gifts from Apartment Therapy, Kreme wallpaper and Anney Friday Jewelry. Complimentary entertainment will include Elixir G Margaritas, Yvonne's Gluten-Free Cookies, light passed appetizers and beauty treatments. DJ New Berlin will be spinning.




Any non-purchased/left-over designer inventory will be donated to Biet T'Shuvah, a local Venice residential treatment, spiritual and education center.




The Designer Tag Sale will also feature free mini-consultations and appraisals by designers so we ask that you bring pictures of your home and furniture items if you wish to participate.




Entry fee is $10. Cash only please.





We look forward to your participation and support, and thank all of our participants, without whom this event would not be possible!





Check out our blog for websites and more info!!







Designer Tag Sale logo and invitation designed by Tatiana Kogevinas.
All rights reserved.










Vanessa Kogevinas’s career in publishing and management has spanned over fifteen years, including positions at Architectural Digest and as a founding editor of Western Interiors and Design magazine. She has also held positions as Project Manager of Veranda's showhouse at Greystone and as a Project Manager at Kathryn M. Ireland design.





Vanessa De Vargas is an LA-based interior decorator and furniture designer who launched her Venice Beach design label and interior design firm Turquoise. She has been named an ‘up-and-coming designer to watch’ by Angeleno magazine, is a regular contributor to Apartmenttherapy.com and runs a successful E-Decorating business.

Vintage 60's Patio Set for SALE!



Just in time for summer...I recently picked up this amazing vintage patio set. Pads are original, a little faded but no rips or tears. The table is 43 1/2" in diameter. Please contact me if you are interested in purchasing. PICK UP ONLY. I can't ship this item sorry. Asking $1200.

Thursday, July 23, 2009

AT-LA Trending Article - Pop Up Stores and Sales


For this weeks Trending Post for Apartment Therapy I decided to talk about the popularity of Pop up stores and Tag sales. Click here to read all about it.

The Red House Interiors Sale!


Check out The Red House Interiors 3 day Sale! Click here for the website.

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Designer Tag Sale - Save the date!


Please join us August 8th from 10am -4pm in Venice Beach, for our first Designer Tag Sale! We are working on our invite so please stay tuned. We look forward to seeing you! More details will be posted soon!

Monday, July 13, 2009

E-Decorating - Living Room/Ladero Texas


Above is my latest inspiration board for my client in Ladero Texas. This was a great project to work on since I also decorated her dining room as well. The client wanted the space to be modern but have a some glamorous elements to it as well. The space was rather large so I was able to accommodate 2 sofas and a pair of chairs. The client wanted the space the to be filled with white pieces that had some glass and mirror so I went for the Chippendale tufted sofas and luxe white arm chairs.


Out of respect for my paying clients I don't disclose where the furniture items are from. But if you would like to find out more information about E-Decorating please review my website here. Enjoy!

DNG Event @Cisco Home!


You are invited to our next DNG Networking Event that will take place at Cisco Home July 30th Thursday from 7-9pm. If you are a designer, product designer, sales rep, showroom owner etc...please come to our event to network with fellow designers. If you would like to join our member list or RSVP for this event, please email me at turquoise.la@gmail.com. We look forward to meeting you!

Thursday, July 9, 2009

French American - Fabrics


Have you seen the new fabrics that French American is carrying? WOW! Click here to view.

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

E-Decorating - Living Room/NYC


Above are my inspiration board for my latest E-Decorating client in New York. I decorated her living room with lots of blues (royal/light blue) and white. This room is also the TV room so I added lots of storage with the white cabinet and tall bookcases. This was such a great project to work on since she was so clear with her design style and taste.


Out of respect for my paying clients I don't disclose where the furniture items are from. But if you would like to find out more information about E-Decorating please review my website here. Enjoy!

AT-LA Trending Article - Using Indigo Blue


For last weeks Apartment Therapy Trending Post I chose to discuss how to use Indigo blue in your own home. Click here to read the post.