My favourite gallery

When it comes to art to complete a home my clients are always interested in not only my thoughts but also which galleries I suggest they visit. Whilst Sydney and Melbourne are bursting with fantastic exhibitions and many gifted artists, on the Gold Coast the art scene is a little smaller so its important for me to work with someone that has not only an outstanding reputation but the skills and knowledge I trust.

I recently caught up with Anthea Polson at her gallery in Main Beach. Not only is this one of my favourite galleries for its diverse range of represented and exhibiting artists, but when it comes to selecting art Anthea and her team's guidance are second to none.

Anthea is currently running a portrait show which is well worth a look in her recently expanded space.

Anthea Polson Art

19-20 Mariners Cove, Seaworld Drive, Main Beach

http://www.antheapolsonart.com.au/

Happy holidays

Having never seen a white Christmas I'm loving these pictures from a very cold but beautiful looking Netherlands.

Well it has been an amazing year for me and my team in our new location and larger store. We have adapted and continued to grow through some troubling times in the world, thanks to the wonderful clients and friends that have supported us. I have loved the opportunity to work on and help create some beautiful homes and am excited to be starting several new projects in the New Year, after my return from a short break traveling through Rajasthan.

I'm looking forward to continuing this blog through 2011 where I hope to share those things that inspire my travels and work.

Tonight I'm off to my favourite hotel Palazzo Versace to finally relax after such a busy time and soak up some festive ambiance. Yeah!!

Wishing you all the very best for the holiday season!

Christmas Sale

With only a few sleeps to Christmas and lots of new stock due to arrive early in January, we have decided to start our annual post Boxing Day sale one week early this year! For all of us who love a bargain (and who doesn't) now is the time to add that finishing touch to your home before the holidays begin.

We have reduced furniture, lighting, rattan and so much more throughout the store. Pieces include three seater rattan sofas (as shown) reduced from $1,595.00 to just $795.00, Caribbean inspired bamboo furniture available in chairs, tables and cabinets all 50% off, lighting 50% off, as well as a huge range of cushions and accessories.

As the saying goes, stock is limited!!

Bedroom Luxury

We have been very busy unpacking truck loads of new stock over the past few days including some beautiful new linen. Deliveries have included the latest designs from Biancia Lorenne in comforters and cushions as well as the Crellini linen bedspreads in assorted designs.
Our different collections are available in cashmere, velvet and cool cotton. As always these pieces are limited.

New lighting collection

Tripod lamp available in black or natural finish as either a table or floor lamp.

Retro lamp available in black or white as either a floor or table lamp.

Tripod spot light available in black only.

After such a busy time last week we were very excited to receive our new lighting collection. I love the black tripod table lamps which seemed an instant hit with our customers. I can not wait to use the retro floor lamp on a home I am currently working on as it has just the right aesthetic.

Aria Home has a large variety of lamps in store at the moment from elegant crystal and classic designs to earthy wood finishes along side our new collection.

Pretty in pink

I thought I would post these two images of one of the projects we have been working on today. Our client's love of pink is obvious with the custom-made dining chairs and cushions to the installation of the Designers Guild wallpaper. We have also installed motorised blinds throughout this apartment, combined with elegant sheers it softens the room while still giving it a contemporary feel.