Chair of the Day: Oops Nominee Cipria Sofa

This year’s nominees for the 2009 Oops awards for bad design have been announced. Among them is Fernando and Humberto Campana’s Cipria Sofa designed for Edra.

It looks like something I might find in the back my refrigerator. But, I must admit that it looks a little fluffier in this photo from Edra’s site. Sadly, not fluffy enough.

I chose this chair among many other very worthy contenders. Check them out here.

Do you think the Campana brothers deserve the honor?

Chair of the day: Jimmie Martin

I could kick myself when I see things like this. I’m reminded of the time I refused a grimy, old Victorian settee. I couldn’t see past its Victorianess. Fortunately, my creative mind was opened after a trip to Tibet.

I’m lying about the trip to Tibet – never been there. Let’s just say good things come along if you hang around long enough.

Anyway, this chair is the work of UK designer, Jimmie Martin. You can read all about himand see more styles at Urban Lifestyle Decor. Hop on over!

Chair of the day: African themed chair

My son, Spencer, is headed to Tanzania for 21 days on Saturday. He’s cool as a cucumber. I’m a tad nervous. But I’m doing a good job keeping it to myself. Tonight we pack everything up into his suitcase. Then, he has to practice running up and down the stairs with all his luggage to see if he really needs everything that’s in there.

In honor of his trip, I thought I’d choose a chair that’s somewhat African.

This Zebra Print Arm Chair is for sale at a very good price ($199.95) over at Overstock.com. This chair actually looks pretty good. And for $200 you can’t go wrong.

Chair of the day: Oly’s Hanna Sofa

This sofa, from Oly Studio is the perfect thing for anyone who likes to change their look seasonally. The Hanna Sofa’s neutral bones are the perfect backdrop for embellishment.

Hanna Sofa through the seasons:

Summer: White linen pillows edged or decorated with seashells  are the way to go. Add a white cotton cable knit throw for rainy days.

Fall: Moss green pillows in a textured fabric are perfect for Fall. A soft green (but not matching) mohair throw and you’re done!

Winter: Brrr… You need plaid. Brown and blue plaid – with a striped throw that has a dash of red.

Spring: It’s here! Soft pink – on the warm side of pink – pillows. Add extra bling by pinning a silk flower onto each one. A wheat, hand woven throw completes the look.

What do you think?

Chair of the day: Rodrigues’ Kilin

In keeping with our Man Decorating theme today, may I present Sergio Rodrigues’ Kilin chair?

The chair was design for ClassiCon in 1973. It is a manly chair, no? Suitable for Fred Flinstone.

Please, no angry letters. It’s a classic beauty (manly, yes).