I had a great time this weekend checking out the Architectural Digest Home show with Kimberly Lewis. The show was bigger than I had anticipated, and loved seeing so many New York/Brooklyn based artists and designers. Here are a few of my favorites from the show:

Glass lighting and objects by Furthur Design

Angle Shelves by Andrea Summerton of ALS Designs. I liked this faceted take on wall shelves and imagined it might be a great alternative to an entry way table in a small NY apartment.

Ceramic lighting with a metal interior skeleton called Cmesh by Scott Daniel Design.

Balancing Blocks by Fort Standard caught my eye at the Gift Fair in January but I failed to write down the company’s name, so I was excited to find them again at this show. Created by Brooklyn designers Gregory Buntain and Ian Collings, the blocks are hand made in Red Hook, Brooklyn from repurposed hardwood scrap collected from local furniture shops. They can be utilized as a game for all ages, as well as admired as a set of objects with their appealing soft finish and vintage color palette.

Lighting by Lindsey Adelman Studio. I wish I had a photo of her newest piece she showed called Burst which incorporates her trademark hand blown glass bulbs mixed with textured metals and makes it almost reminiscent of clustered jewelry. Perhaps it will be on her site later in the Spring when design season is in full swing.

This custom made record storage cabinet by Atocha Design really won me over. It was gorgeously made with smooth grainy wood and long rectangular gold pulls, and was wishing my husband and I could organize our record collection in this bespoke beauty. Jennifer Levin Atocha, Founder and Creative Director, created this piece after being unsatisfied with keeping her collection hidden away on shelves and not being able to see and enjoy the record covers, only the spines. My feelings precisely about how our existing record storage is not suiting our needs functionally or aesthetically. This one goes on my wishlist.

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For more exhibitors and show information, visit the Architectural Digest Home show website.

One of the most exciting things about living here in Brooklyn is being surrounded by fiercely creative artists and designers. The last few years has seen a surge of Brooklyn-made products & services accelerating this borough as an epicenter of design, style and locally made goods. So much so that it could be called the Brooklyn Boom. Photographer Jennifer Causey, has started the The Makers Project inspired by artisans who “embrace a more tactile way of living.” Here are three of my personal favorite Makers that she has captured in the series so far.

Morris Kitchen makes the best Ginger Syrup I have ever found. It’s perfect for home made ginger ales and cocktails, or you can use it as a marinade, or in baking. I always keep a bottle in my fridge. It also makes a great gift, that’s why it was featured in my Holiday Foodie Gift guide.

Lena Corwin is a well-known textile designer and illustrator {I always love her city maps for Elle Decor}, and author of Printing by Hand. I’ve been following her work since I read about her wedding several years ago. She holds classes in her Fort Greene brownstone, curates the Lines & Shapes book series, and posts observations on her blog.

Saipua has made quite a name for themselves as the purveyors of stunning and original floral design. They also make beautifully packaged Olive oil based soap. Last year Sarah and Nicolette of Nicolette Camille Floral Design started the Little Flower school and I have really been wanting to take a class.

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All photographs by Jennifer Causey. Found via Destined to Design

Sadly, I have other plans this evening, so I’ll be missing Bonnie and Clyde in Bryant Park tonight. An eternally classic movie and totally chic style from Faye Dunaway. Hopefully the weather holds out for everyone.

looking forward to sunshine and a double header of free outdoor concerts. sharon jones & budos are at prospect park, and been long awaiting a chance to see xx.