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Orbital Table designed by Pininfarina & realized by Calligaris

May 12th, 2012

 

From the legendary Italian firm responsible for iconic Maserati and Ferrari masterpieces, comes a new collaboration with Calligaris of Italy.  Introducing, the Orbital Dining Table.

Unveiled at the Milan Furniture Fair in 2011, the Orbital Table was the Interior Innovation Award Winner for 2012, a prestigious title awarded by the German Design Council.

From the Pininfarina webpage,

Orbital was designed and developed with a solid, harmonious base: the rigid polyurethane column which can be painted black or white, makes the structure extremely stable, while the large central opening gives it lightness and character.

The new highly transparent glass top reveals the ingenious automatic open

 

ing mechanism with its metal arms. This uncluttered, minimalist system supports the two glass extensions which open simultaneously from under the table with a fluid, circular movement.

Fully open, the table can accommodate ten seats. All the metal parts are painted with the new Matt Silver finish, with an opaque silvery effect that enhances the whole.

Stickley Fine Upholstery

April 29th, 2012

If I were to ask the average person what comes to mind when they hear the word “Stickley,” the most common responses would probably be: Mission, Arts & Crafts, Oak or maybe Morris.  It might surprise you to know that after Mission, Stickley Furniture Co’s best selling category is  Upholstery.  You might also be floored by the range of sophisticated styles available and the virtually unlimited scope of  customization.

We are so impressed with the product, that we are in the process of adding another 3000 square feet to our Stickley Gallery – just for upholstery!

Stickley Upholstery – like all Stickley product- is built to to the absolute highest standards.   For those that appreciate specifications, here is what’s under the hood:

• Sold hardwood frames with double-doweled joints – Usually maple, joints are double-doweled wherever possible for strongest frame possible.
• Marshall Unit Backs – Most companies use single density foam in tight-back applications.  Stickley uses wrapped coils wrapped in foam for resiliency and comfort.
• Eight-way hand knotted spring system.  Other manufacturers will boast about their eight-way hand tied spring system.  Stickley actually hand knots each tie which ensures the comfort design will maintain its consistency.
• All skirts are hand-mitred for a light, elegant and tailored hang.  No tack strips or cardboard here.  The feet have levellers to ensure the skirt will fit precisely with various floor coverings.
• Four-way center matched or flow-matched where applicable.  This is perhaps the most amazing feature of Stickley Fine Upholstery.   If the pattern has a dominant motif, it will be centred on the cushion backs and inside arm of the piece.  If the pattern does not have a dominant motif, it will be flow matched so that the pattern flows unbroken even across seams and cushions!  INCLUDING ACROSS SECTIONAL PIECES! This really must be seen to be appreciated.

Its possible to pay a lot more for your upholstery, but its our opinion that you cannot find better quality.

For more details, watch the short video below.  It explains things a lot better than I’m able to .

View the Stickley Fine Upholstery catalogue on-line in HERE

 

Stickley Fine Upholstery at Finesse Home Living in Edmonton Alberta Canada.

Stickley Roadshow – RSVP Now!

March 4th, 2012

Finesse Home Living is proud to be hosting The Stickley Roadshow featuring:

“A Century of Stickley”

with Mike Danials, Stickley Corporate Historian.

A fascinating lecture delving into the rich history of one of America’s oldest and most respected furniture makers.

This is a completely free event and if you RSVP before April 15th, you will be entered to win $2500 off your Stickley purchase.

Refreshments will be provided.

Only one entry per person. Must be present at drawing, Thursday May 3rd, to win.

RSVP HERE!

MY STICKLEY, MY STORY:

N#240 Roxanna Louros

“As Dad says, ‘You never really own Stickley-you just dust it for future generations.’”

Stone International at Finesse Home Living

February 29th, 2012

Just outside of Florence, in the heartland of fashion & art, Stone International designs and manufactures the finest stone tables in the world.

Stone International manufactures dining and occasional tables as well as dining chairs, sofas, club chairs and stools.

Stone International designs are can be used tp bring contemporary touch to a space while maintaining natural tones. The polished walnut travertine is a perfect neutral but, with depth of colour and texture, still provides significant interest. If you require more drama, try adding either silver or gold Swarovski crystals or using one of Stone International’s dramatic Onyx stones.

Care and maintenance of a stone table is actually quite practical. Polished stones are the easiest to take care of as they resist the penetration of moisture. These tops can be treated the same as a fine wood table: use coasters and place mats and wipe up spills immediately.

Finesse Home Living deals directly with Stone International’s factory in Italy. This means we are able to customize to your requirements; whether it be in size, type of stone or even the leather used on the dining chairs. Customized size is perfect for board rooms or conference facilities. Visit our Stone International Gallery today and sit down with one of our associates to understand the scope of possibilities that Stone International and Finesse Home Living can offer you.

Calligaris

August 30th, 2011

Finesse Home Living is Edmonton’s source for authentic Italian made products by Calligaris. Calligaris has been manufacturing innovation, sophisticated, design driven furniture in Italy since 1923. Originally a chair-maker, today Calligaris is best known for: extendible dining tables in glass, metal and wood; modular wall hanging cabinetry, and of course a huge variety of dining chairs, counter and barstools.

Despite being 100% Italian made, Calligaris offers a complete range in price points depending on materials and custom options. Best of all, Finesse Home Living is featuring a new 2,500 square foot gallery and we stock a core selection of Calligaris! Whatever we don’t have on had can be special ordered in as little 2 weeks thanks to an excellent logistics and warehousing infrastructure.

If you appreciate contemporary design, come in and visit us today to see and learn more about this exciting resource. We know you will find something in Calligaris’ extensive portfolio that will interest you.

Sam Moore Accent Chairs

August 20th, 2011

Last week we introduced Bradington & Young. This week, another Hooker Furniture division: Sam Moore. Sam Moore hadly needs any introduction. For the past 71 years they have set the precedent for style in design and textile for accent chairs and seating. Of course, all Sam Moore chairs are custom upholstered for you in Bedford Virginia.

Visit Finesse Home Living in Edmonton Alberta to experience what is new and exciting with Sam Moore chairs. Browse the expansive catalogue, see our designer selected floor models and peruse the fabric and leather samples.

Bradington & Young at Finesse Home Living

August 15th, 2011

The story of Bradington & Young is simple: american-made, top quality custom order leather seating. Whether you’re looking for a traditional high-leg wing back recliner or a contemporary track arm sofa Bradington & Young has the style and leather you are looking for: with top quality construction at a reasonable price. Visit us at Finesse Home Living in Edmonton, Alberta and browse the expansive Bradington & Young catalogue, leather and fabric choices and experience first hand the top quality of Bradington & Young leather sofas, sectionals, swivel chairs, pub chairs and recliners.

Huntington House

August 7th, 2011

Huntington House Upholstery at Finesse Home Living

A favorite of professional athletes, due to the generous scaling of the popular pit-groupings, Huntington House is the pinnacle of custom-made upholstery. All Huntington pieces are constructed on kiln-dried, corner-blocked, dowled frames which are then sanded to ensure smooth lines. Each piece is upholstered of hand cut and sewed upholstery panels that are tailored for 360 degree finish. Huntington House sectionals are a perfect solution for a floating setting. As far as the seating comfort: well I recommend you visit Finesse Home Living to try it out. The combination of the 8-way hand-tied springs and feather-down cushion cores is not something that you can explain in words. During your visit you can browse hundreds of Huntington House fabric and leather choices.

Huntington House manufactures exclusively in North Caronlina and in Edmonton, Aberta: Finesse Home Living is your exclusive source!

Environment Furniture- California Cool

June 3rd, 2011

With original designs celebrating reclaimed and ecologically friendly materials, Environment Furniture has graced the homes of trend-setters such as Leonardo Dicaprio and Julia Roberts. We’ve been proud partners with www.environmentfurniture.com since 2004 and we have had an incredible run! We are proud to announce that we will be introducing an Environment dedicated gallery which will be collaboratively curated by the designers at Finesse Home Living and Environment Furniture. Renovations are currently underway. The Gallery is slated to be open in mid-July with a Grand-Opening planned later (date TBD). To be added to the invite list for the Grand Opening please email sales@finessehomeliving.com. In the meantime, below are images from our recent trip to the Los Angeles Showroom on Beverly Boulevard.

Area Rugs

May 4th, 2011

SURYA

Finesse Home Living is proud to be your source for SURYA area rugs and accents in Edmonton. With designs from Candice Olson, Bob Mackie, Paule Marrotte, Smithsonian, Cow Parade, B Smith, Noah Packard, Country Living, Dick Idol and more – Surya is sure to have exactly what you are looking for. SURYA not only offers exciting graphic rugs in the tradition, modern, and whimsical mode — but also a wide variety of trendy textural rugs in a virtual rainbow of colours and styles.

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Bar Stool

March 17th, 2011

Stickley at Dallas Museum of Art

March 1st, 2011

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