And the giveaway winner is…

November 11, 2009 · Posted in Home decor · Comment 

…AMANDA!  Congratulations!

And we agree – choosing a favorite song can be tough.  Thanks to everyone that entered.

Wyzen-what?

November 10, 2009 · Posted in Upholstery fabrics · 1 Comment 

A question Vastu designers are often asked about is faric durability.  With a glance at the fabric contents and cleaning code they can offer an answer.  They may also mention that the fabric has a 62,000 double rub Wyzenbeek method rating.  Most people then respond “wyzen-what?” 

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Metropolitan Home is going away…

November 9, 2009 · Posted in Home decor · 1 Comment 

image via mediabistro

 

Popular home design magazine Metropolitan Home will be no more after the December issue.  Hachette Filipacchi Media will be focusing resources on their other design mag, Elle Decor.  More here.

Places to go | Folks to know – DC

November 6, 2009 · Posted in Places to go in DC · Comment 

Hey – DC folks! Have you made it to Eatonville yet?  If not, it’s definitely worth the trip.  The menu is inspired by delicious Southern food recipes and the decor pays homage to author Zora Neale Hurston.  She is also the inspiration behind the restaurant’s name.  The Vastu team has been and we recommend trying the catfish, roasted duck salad, braised collard greens and all the desserts!

Design Direction

November 4, 2009 · Posted in Design Direction, Painting design ideas · Comment 

Do you have a challenging space or need some design guidance? Design Direction is a chance for you to submit photos or videos of your design challenge(s) and a Vastu interior designer will provide you with some help. Every Wednesday we will feature one reader’s submission.

“I have seen the walls beside sliding glass doors painted a dark shade to frame a view. I was thinking of doing this in my apartment with a medium blue green shade – Ralph Lauren Sanctuary is the paint colour. I have painted my backsplash and island this colour as well. Let me know what you think.”

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Giveaway time! Win a Vinylux record bowl

November 3, 2009 · Posted in Great gift ideas · 5 Comments 

We had the opportunity to interview Jeff Davis, the man behind Vinylux, and we shared his responses in a post last week (isn’t he funny!?!).  Well… as a follow-up to that post we are giving someone a chance to win a record bowl!  It could be a great addition to your home or make a great gift.

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