Monday

As I begin the design process for my new place, I find myself torn with so many options.

My design concept is updated traditional so that the interior respects the architecture of the exterior. Since the building was built in 1920 and is adorned with classic columns, I do not want to ignore its classic roots.

My furniture plan calls for 2 wingback chairs in the living area.  While wingback chairs have been around since the 17th Century, today’s styles do not look like my grandmother’s wingback chair (sorry grandma - I know you’re not from the 17th Century).  In fact wingback chairs are in fashion again- and many of the updated versions work well with my updated traditional design concept.

Did you know that Wingback Chairs were originally designed to keep the draft away from your head (especially your ears) to help prevent catching a cold?

Bill Sofield’s Wingchair and Thomas Pheasant’s Moderne Wingchair (both from Baker) are excellent examples of this updated traditional look.

Gerard’s Ensign Chair and Dessin Fournir’s Florian Wingback chair are in the running as well

Troscan’s Hyde Wing Chair is another favorite

Many of you have asked to learn more about how I plan to design my new place. Keep checking back as I plan to share my final selections and preview more design options (and show some before shots too)