color inspiration from Pantone’s 2012 trends

Taking more inspiration from Pantone’s prediction of the hot color trends for spring 2012, we’ve showcased two more color combos on the blog today. Take a look…

The first scheme features a daring Ikat fabric from Schumacher that features navy, margarita, tangerine, and grape. Along with this fabric, there is a white Tulip chair with green cushion from Design Within Reach, a tangerine glass pendant from Francis King, and a blue console table from Room and Board.

Our second color combo is also a bold one! This graphic print from KDR showcases tangerine, marigold, grape, hot pink, margarita, navy, bright blue, and sandy taupe. Furnishings that go along with this color scheme include a painted cabinet from KDR, a ceramic based lamp from Crate and Barrel, and a stylish blue chair from Blu Dot.

Would you use either of these color schemes in your home? If so, which room?

what style is closest to yours?

Which of these four former hauthaus designs is closest to your own personal design style?

Take the poll and share your comments with us below!

mid-century mod color scheme

In an ode to Mid Century Modern design… here is a color scheme pulled from one of our past ASID Showcase house projects…

All paints are from the Benjamin Moore Classics collection:

HC- Willmington Tan

HC- 76 Davenport Tan

HC-49 Mayflower Red

Accent colors:

1666 In the Midnight Hour

076 Corlsbud Canyon

723 Spring Rain

Design tip: By adding splashes of color here and there, it gives your eye spots to rest on the neutrals. In this picture your eye can rest on the soft Willmington Tan background in the reading nook, or on the rich reddish-brown wood of the bookcase, while the pillows and back painted light blue glass give the little nook some pops of color and interest.

Q & A with Amber

Q & A with Amber! 

The CityPages came out with their ‘best of’ list a couple weeks ago, so why can’t we do the same thing?  When Amber was asked, “what’s your favorite…” Here’s what she had to say…

A few of Amber's faves...

1. Artist  Mondrian. I love his use of bold color and black lines to distinguish space.

2. Bar for unique cocktails Bradstreet Crafthouse in the Graves Hotel.

3. Color Red. The color red makes me happy; it adds a snappy pop of color to any outfit!

4. Chair My favorite is an orange mid century modern chair I got from my grandma. I love the shape and the color. My grandma has great taste!

5. Design period Mid Century Modern. I love the clean lines and innovative use of materials.

6. Flower Gerbera daisies and Spider Mums… they remind me of springtime.

7. Gift shop Patina; they have something for everyone. 

8. Guilty pleasure watching Glee… shhh don’t tell anyone! 🙂  

9. Hobby Being crafty; I am in a “Stitch N’ Bitch” club – we get together once a month and create everything from candles to sock monkeys! 

10. Jewelry anything vintage – usually found at Hunt and Gather in Edina or other thrifty places.

11. Museum Milwaukee Art Museum; designed by Eero Saarinen, David Kahler, and Santiago Calatrava. It even has ‘wings’ that open and close during the day!

12. Musical Artist Dessa – she is a lyrical acrobat!

13. Restaurant of the Moment I’ve been really digging Urban Eatery. They took over the old ‘View’ restaurant in Calhoun Beach Club, and it’s run by the Crave guys. They have yummy food, a sexy atmosphere, and a great happy hour!

14. Summer Activity Spending time at the lakes. Depending on your mood, you can bike, play volleyball, have a picnic, or just relax and people watch. I love it.

15. Spot for retro furniture and accessories Spinario Design in Northeast. They have it all!

16. Spot for new and trendy home accessories Roam on Glenwood in Minneapolis. 

17. Winter Activity Seeing the British Advertising Awards presented at the Walker Art Center; they are always so interesting. I’m not much for the cold outdoors!

What are some of your favorites? Stay tuned for Holly’s answers…

what came first… the chair or the egg?

 Since we are heading into the Easter Weekend, there are sure to be lots of egg dying and egg hunts taking place. Let’s take a look at the ‘egg’ in terms of interior design…

 

The Egg Chair is often considered on of the most recognizable icon chairs of the 20th century. You can find it on anything from totes to jewelry to post cards. It was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1956 for the lobby and public areas of the Radisson SAS Hotel in Copenhagen. Jacobsen wanted to create a chair with a unique shape that, when sitting in it in a public space, it still gave you a little bit of privacy. The Egg Chair did just that. 

 

Photo #2 shows a pillow design paying homage to the iconic chair.

 

As you can see in photo #3, Jacobsen was meticulous about where the seams of the fabric would fall when designing this chair. He made sure that the dimensions of the chair were exact so that it could be upholstered with two cowhides without showing the seams.

 

Jacobsen took inspiration from another mid-century modern designed chair; The Womb Chair (photo #4). It was designed by Eero Saarinen exclusively for Knoll. Both chairs are designed to have matching ottomans.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

chairs, chairs, chairs

It’s a new year, and perhaps you’ve saved up for a new comfy chair, sofa, or dining table…

One thing to remember about purchasing furniture for your home is that it’s important that you LOVE each piece. Let’s take a look at four chairs that live in the same home… the homeowner loves each one and they all work together.

1. This chair was spotted at an antique shop in St. Paul – the purple fabric and petite size make it absolutely fabulous!

2. This little Danish desk chair was at Spinario Design and with a little re-upholstery job – it fits right in!

3. This is just one of a pair of woven Columbian chairs. They add texture and interest and are very comfortable!

4.  These retro dining chairs have amazing lines and a great sit. They were given a face-lift with snazzy, new fabric.

Let us take you shopping to our favorite spots around town – we’re sure to find something you’ll love!  To make an appointment email us at info@hauthaus.com.

out and about: swank

One of the previous stops on the hauthaus train was Swank on University Avenue in St. Paul.

Have you been there? If you haven’t, it’s a must!  We love to pop in when we are out and about in the area.  Swank has lots of fun vintage furniture, clothes, lighting, kitchen goodies, and accessories; and their inventory is always changing. Who knows what you’ll find!

Swank can be found in the St. Paul Retro Loop; for directions and 5 other mid-century modern stores: http://www.stpaulretroloop.com/map.html 

If you go, we’d love to hear what you found!

What a fun find! These plates are the same ones that Amber's Grandma has!

What a darling little yellow table! Wouldn't it make a cute kids craft table?

Wow! Look at these stunning mid-century modern lights!

a special thank you

A special thank you to everyone who was able to get to the Showcase House before it closed this Sunday.

This was a fun project to work on this year. We focused on  recycled  and re-used products, sourcing things locally, finding new and local artists, and designing a room that was highly functional and comfortable for a family of four with two little kids.

We heard a lot of great feedback on the project; about the colors in the house, the mid-century modern feel, the green aspects, and that the house felt attainable. Such compliments!

Thanks again!

Cheers, amber

mid mod fashion

with every project, when we’re getting inspired we immerse ourselves in the client’s concept… that said, when we were preparing for this year’s showcase home project we took a swan dive into mid century modern fashion.  see my personal favorites below (*this is holly, i don’t know how to log on as myself yet) 

we worked on our family room space collaboratively with two talented minneapolis designers, suzanne goodwin and laura paulson so decided that the group fashion spreads were especially appropriate for us.  we tried to convince suzanne to don her hankerchief look but she never acquiesced… oh well.  it would have been marvy.  and i may soon go back to the pixie cut… the picture below is a great example of how cool it can look.  doesn’t she look smart, doesn’t she look like someone you’d like to hang with?  and who can beat twiggy?  groovy baby.          -holly

these are a few of our favorite things…

One of our favorite places to visit in Northeast Minneapolis is a little place called Spinario Design…

They have tons of mid-century modern and vintage furniture, lighting, art, clothing,  accessories, books, and much more!

This year, while we were scouting for items for our ASID Showcase House room we found plenty of great things at Spinario; our authentic egg chairs from Norway, the wonderful arc lamp with marble base, glass reading nook lamp, absract artwork from an unknown artist, and some accessories are all from this little jem of a store.

Caitlin Karolczak, one of the owners, who is also a painter with some amazing talent, has artwork  featured in the store as well as authentic art from the 50’s, 60’s and more.

They are located at: 1300 2nd street NE, Minneapolis

Open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11-6

Otherwise by appointment; by calling 612-396-1860 (ask for Peter).

enjoy!