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Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Winter Works
It's been a long time since we've posted and updated. It's been a busy winter so far.
We spent a few days in Boston in January at the ALA (American Library Association) Midwinter Meeting, where we had a booth in the exhibit hall. It was our first ALA meeting ever and it was busy and encouraging.
We love working with librarians. We find that in general, they are such great communicators; they know what they want, know how to express themselves, and always follow up. We enjoyed hearing about the various projects out there in the library world, and meeting so many people with such a positive outlook.
Here are a couple of images of our booth. We designed and built the study tables just for this show, and the two carrel models as well. The small carrel models were very popular in our booth. I think we could start up a side business: library furniture for American Girl Dolls. Kidding.
That last image is one of the carrel models. It's about 14" tall.
We have some great projects in the shop right now. We are working on an executive desk with all the bells and whistles. This will be the second of these desks for the same client - he liked the first one so much he decided he'd like another. One for each office location. The first desk was built by Mike in 1993. You may have seen a picture of it on our website or in our literature.
Mike is building the new desk too. Same client, same desk, same craftsman, 17 years later.
Here it is, on it's side - the top is facing us. (picture above)
This is the storage unit that will be attached to the top of the desk. Charlie worked on this first, while Mike finished up another project.
Mike just fitted the drawers, now working on trim.
For a client in Maryland, we are working on two pieces. We've done quite a bit of work for this client in the past. Her teenage daughter will be lucky enough to have one of these gems in her bedroom to store curios. The other is a dining room storage piece. Saer is working on these.
Top of dining hutch.
Bottom of dining hutch.
Curio cabinet - all finished, just waiting for glass doors.
We're also working on a large order of furniture for Deerfield Academy. Ethan has a pretty good start to it. Here are some table bases...
Our work for the Portland Public Library is just about finished. Here are the coffee tables, stacked and ready to go...
And some fire wood from the woods out back, also stacked and ready to go....
It's winter in Maine. We've gotta keep warm!
We hope you are all well out there, staying busy and positive. Stop in and see us!
Monday, December 14, 2009
Practicing First Impressions in Portland
She's moving to a new office, opening her very own practice.
Exciting, isn't it?
And she needs to make the best first impression when all those new clients walk through that door. Doesn't she?
Well, of course she does.
So, here is a work in progress just for her. A gorgeous mahogany reception desk, custom designed for her very own private practice.
I'd say this is putting your best foot forward. Wouldn't you?
Exciting, isn't it?
And she needs to make the best first impression when all those new clients walk through that door. Doesn't she?
Well, of course she does.
So, here is a work in progress just for her. A gorgeous mahogany reception desk, custom designed for her very own private practice.
I'd say this is putting your best foot forward. Wouldn't you?
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Before & After
It's so rare that we get Before and After photos, and it's so much fun to see the result of a well executed room makeover that includes some of our furniture.
Deborah Bauman, of Bauman Design Associates, working with clients outside of Philadelphia, approached us early in the fall with some ideas for new occasional tables to spruce up a living room. The sofas had just been purchased, and the coffee and end tables needed replacing to make it all work.
Here's the before:
The combination of tables didn't work with the sofas, and somehow, that Eames chair just didn't fit. And the clients love their Eames chair. And who can blame them?
We worked with Deborah to design tables that were large enough to anchor the big, leather sofas, but not too overpowering for a mid-sized room. There were some arts and crafts elements in the room, but the client didn't want hard mission lines. And Deborah really liked the idea of using the hammered copper that we feature in some of our designs.
With a couple of soft curves, and some warm cherry, the room has a whole new look and we really like it. But most importantly, the clients love it.
Let's look at that again from a different angle. The only things that change are the tables and the lamps.
From mismatch...to magic. Voila.
Bauman Design Associates specializes in residential renovations & additions that make the most of the space in your home and create beautiful, functional places for living and entertaining. With over 20 years of experience in home renovation, Deborah Bauman can guide you through all phases of your remodeling and construction project with clean design, attention to detail, and simple solutions that reflect your needs and style. Deborah opened Bauman Design Associates in Pennsylvania in 1987, and moved to the Maine coast in 2005, where she continues to design for clients in both Philadelphia and southern and mid-coast Maine.
Deborah Bauman, of Bauman Design Associates, working with clients outside of Philadelphia, approached us early in the fall with some ideas for new occasional tables to spruce up a living room. The sofas had just been purchased, and the coffee and end tables needed replacing to make it all work.
Here's the before:
The combination of tables didn't work with the sofas, and somehow, that Eames chair just didn't fit. And the clients love their Eames chair. And who can blame them?
We worked with Deborah to design tables that were large enough to anchor the big, leather sofas, but not too overpowering for a mid-sized room. There were some arts and crafts elements in the room, but the client didn't want hard mission lines. And Deborah really liked the idea of using the hammered copper that we feature in some of our designs.
With a couple of soft curves, and some warm cherry, the room has a whole new look and we really like it. But most importantly, the clients love it.
Let's look at that again from a different angle. The only things that change are the tables and the lamps.
From mismatch...to magic. Voila.Bauman Design Associates specializes in residential renovations & additions that make the most of the space in your home and create beautiful, functional places for living and entertaining. With over 20 years of experience in home renovation, Deborah Bauman can guide you through all phases of your remodeling and construction project with clean design, attention to detail, and simple solutions that reflect your needs and style. Deborah opened Bauman Design Associates in Pennsylvania in 1987, and moved to the Maine coast in 2005, where she continues to design for clients in both Philadelphia and southern and mid-coast Maine.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Sticks & Panels
I've always found it funny (and rather miraculous) that our furniture which is so beautiful and so expertly crafted, all starts out basically, as sticks and panels.
STICKS & PANELS
Well, we're just beginning on a number of projects in the shop right now, so there are lots of sticks and panels around...
These sticks and panels will soon be End Panels (for the ends of the bookstacks) for a university library in Connecticut.
See? Here's an example of one that's almost finished...
These sticks and panels will soon be End Panels (for the ends of the bookstacks) for a university library in Connecticut.
See? Here's an example of one that's almost finished...
And these sticks and panels will come to life as a gorgeous, fully "tripped out" reception desk for a new law office. Yes, those sticks and panels are Mahogany. They are destined for true greatness.
I'm not actually sure there were a lot of sticks involved in this piece, but there are some serious panels.
And when they are finished, they will look like this:
Just last week, this was a pile of sticks and panels too. In a few weeks this unit, along with it's twin, will hold archival books for an historic library on Cape Cod. A very important role, indeed.
And these sticks and panels, when joined with lovely glass sides and shelves, will hold a collection of baseballs. Quite honorable, to be sure.
I'm not actually sure there were a lot of sticks involved in this piece, but there are some serious panels.
And when they are finished, they will look like this:
Just last week, this was a pile of sticks and panels too. In a few weeks this unit, along with it's twin, will hold archival books for an historic library on Cape Cod. A very important role, indeed.
And these sticks and panels, when joined with lovely glass sides and shelves, will hold a collection of baseballs. Quite honorable, to be sure.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Down the Coast
Bill and Saer spent the better part of last week visiting clients and perspective clients at a handful of colleges and independent schools. It was a successful trip; they came home with confirmation on one good project, and perhaps two. They also met some clients in person for the first time. It's so good to be able to put a face with a name, and building strong relationships is really what we're all about here. They had meetings at Western Connecticut State University, Muhlenberg College, St. Paul's School, Goucher College, George Washington University and The National Cathedral School for Girls.
We are looking forward to a busy little winter here at Huston & Company. Our residential work is still filling the workshop, and as the year turns we'll have a handful of academic work that will keep our workshop toys humming into Spring.
Below is a presentation that Bill and Saer shared at their meetings during their trip. We thought you'd be interested to see it too. It highlights many of our academic projects of recent years.
Don't forget, you can follow our Tweets on Twitter, and talk to us on Facebook, and we'd be happy to send you a copy of our new residential catalog, complete with images an info on the new Arris Sofa and seating.
Best wishes.
We are looking forward to a busy little winter here at Huston & Company. Our residential work is still filling the workshop, and as the year turns we'll have a handful of academic work that will keep our workshop toys humming into Spring.
Below is a presentation that Bill and Saer shared at their meetings during their trip. We thought you'd be interested to see it too. It highlights many of our academic projects of recent years.
Tour Some of our Academic Projects
View more presentations from HustonCompany.
Don't forget, you can follow our Tweets on Twitter, and talk to us on Facebook, and we'd be happy to send you a copy of our new residential catalog, complete with images an info on the new Arris Sofa and seating.
Best wishes.
Friday, October 23, 2009
Here it is!
The Arris seating Group was designed by Saer Huston. The contemporary lines of the sofa, loveseat, chair and ottoman are warmed by the soft leather cushions and warmth of natural American Black Cherry. We are excited to add this stunning set to our line of simple elegant furniture. Visit the new Arris sofa at our showroom!
The Arris Sofa
The Arris Loveseat
The Arris Chair
The Arris Sofa is making it's debut THIS WEEKEND at the Fine Furnishings Show in Providence, RI. We hope you can make it, but if you can't, the sofa will be back in the showroom on Monday, October 26th.
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