New Tommy Bahama Page

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Sherry Matakaetis, Back to Howards Interiors!

Sherry Matakaetis is back from an extended leave of absence from Howards Interiors. For 20 years she has created unique and individual homes here on the Treasure Coast of Florida. Just recently she finished a model and club house for the new luxurious condominium complex, Berk's Landing, located on the Saint Lucie River where Francis Langford's Outrigger Resort used to be. Come visit Sherry for your next home design project!

Hey diana, Lets Blog

Yo Adrian, Let's Blog!

Good monday morning Diana!

Centruy Furniture, Still at the top of their game

Century Furniture continues to overwhelm me by their quality craftsmanship. Whether it is Upholstery, Entertainment Units, Bedroom, or occasional furnishings, their sense of style is second to none.

Hekman Fine Office Furniture

Hekman Furniture, while noted for Office Furniture, has expanded it's line to include occasional furnishings, casegoods and even upholstery.

But, if you're in the market for a beautiful and functional home office, consider Hekman. And, of course, Howards Interiors carries all Hekman collections, modular, free standing, etc.

Other collections of Home Office furniture include Lexington, Tommy Bahama, Hooker, Drexel, Century, Bernhardt, and others too numerous to mention.

You can't beat Kids and Dogs!

Meet my Dog, Sophie. She's six months old and a very pleasant handful. And then there is the new love of my life, my granddaughter, Emmy. She is just over 2 months. Such cutie-pies.

Kingston from Lexington Home Brands

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Trying to Add a Slide Show

New Slide show with a few problems, next weekend, I quess!

But, I do love the iron work on this staircase. If anyone knows who designed it, we are very interested!

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Discovered Kohl's Today!

Like most of my friends and family, I've always shopped at the larger department stores like Macy's, Bloomingdales, Neiman Marcus, Marshall Fields, and a lot that have been swallowed up by the big boys. This year, in tiny little Stuart, FL, I have discovered stores like Kohl's and Steinmart. I avoided those stores like the plaque, because after feeling like cattle at a rummage sale at Marshalls, I'd rather wait for a bargain at my favorite stores.

And, of course, I'm shopping for my new grandchild, so I had a ball. If you too are a grandparent who misses any and all contact with your perfect grand baby, go to http://www.grandparentgames.com/. Grand parenting will take on a whole new meaning when you can interact with the object of your affection from across the world!

Adding a Slide Show

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Carmel Highlands by Bernhardt

One of our most popular sellers is the Bernhardt new collection, Carmel Highlands. Even in South Florida, our clients continue to abandon the white washed and lighter wood tones for deep rich tones with a European influence.

Influenced by textures of nature, Carmel Highlands brings the outdoors inside for a look that is rustic yet polished. Burnished and distressed birch veneers and solids are presented in a warm Vineyard Brown finish and a contrasting Black Copper finish with a rubbed-through appearance. These well-worn, heirloom-like finishes enhance the collection's style of comfort and seasoned richness.

This collection also have wonderful looks in Dining, Living Room, Office and Media Centers. To see many views of the collection, go to www.howardsinteriors.com/featured and select slide show tab.

Howards Interiors, Exceptional Design

Howards Interior's portfolio includes some of the most elegant homes in South Florida. We work closely with our clients to achieve the home they've been dreaming of! This billiard room flows between a spacious family room and large, cook's kitchen.

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The Southeast coast of Florida, from Palm Beach Gardens to Vero Beach, is an unspoiled refuge that offers the advantages of beautiful ocean views and deep water rivers with postcard sunsets. Our tropical breezes, brilliant skies and serenity of nature still remain a well-kept secret here. Located approximately 100 miles north of Miami and south of Orlando, the Treasure Coast provides an escape from the congestion of larger metropolitan areas. From magnificent country club estates, charming beachfront homes and condominiums, or updating the style of your current home, Howards Interior's custom design services can provide unlimited options to turn your own part of paradise into a gracious residence that offers both comfort, style and function

Way to go Mom!

My little granddaughter just had her second month check up, and she is 9 lbs. 10oz. That'a great because she was a wee little 5 lbs. 15 oz. at birth.

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Adult Alternative Music

I am almost 60 years old, and maybe because I come from a very musical family, or maybe because I spent most of my children's formative years in a car with the radio blasting, or maybe because I was immersed in the culture of the 60's, I still listen to music that is current in this day and age, which in this case is labeled "Adult Alternative". Try Channel 22 or 26 on XM Radio.

I suggest that any person my age with any longing for new and good music that doesn't sound like a warmed over version of what used to make our generation tick, try to listen to this gendre. It has filled a huge "hole in my soul", and, yes I used to like Aerosmith. I am lucky that my kids, who are very successful adults in their 30's, have kept me in touch with this "new' gendre.

For those of you new to the control of your own radio, or XM, ITunes, etc., try Dave Matthews, Lifehouse, Coldplay, Train, Linkin Park, Five for Fighting, The Fray, Green Day, Evanescense, Pink, and yes, Kelly Clarkson for starters.

Happy Listening!

Traditional with a Twist

Traditional with a Twist

With its New Traditional collection aimed at Baby Boomers, Century Furniture brilliantly reinvents“The T Word”—and there’s nary a broken pediment or ball & claw foot in sight. Traditional isn’t what it once was. And that’s a good thing. Most of us, especially as we mature, appreciate the time-honored and familiar. But as today’s savvy trendsetters know, straight-up traditional style evokes yawns, not double takes. Like a classic black dress paired with an avant garde necklace (in lieu of pearls), or a formal table set with (surprise!) mix-&-match wine glasses, traditional furniture needs an infusion of zing to really bring it to life. Introducing New Traditional by Century Furniture. The collection—which features some 40 “updated traditional” bedroom, dining room and occasional pieces—will debut at the Fall 2006 International Home Furnishings Market.

Century Bordeaux & Coeur de France Collections

Bordeaux & Coeur de France
We have combined two of our favorite French collections into one great collection. Bordeaux/Couer de France.The city of Bordeaux has always been associated with fine wine. It is also rich in culture, history, art and architecture. This combined with the lush gardens, white stone facades and cobblestone streets inspired the designs in this collection.Coeur de France is an eclectic gathering of Country French designs. Literally translated as "Heart of France," Coeur de France captures the essence of French design and craftsmanship in the use of familiar forms such as bombé chests, cabriole legs, classic rococo details, and low-sheen finishes that emulate the effects of time.Continuing Century's trend of offering collections in distinctive finishes and combinations of wood, stone and metal, such as copper and iron, Bordeaux and Coeur de France offer more to choose from than ever. Two new themed finishes - French Blue and Wheat.

Tommy Bahama

Tommy Bahama Home

Personality-rich, vintage-inspired furnishings with sophisticated styling inspired by the tropical Dutch West Indies and the mystery of new destinations and the excitement of discovery. Tommy Bahama Home is a unique collection with a sense of adventure. It is a relaxed traditional look inspired by British Colonial style, with a hint of campaign and a whisper of safari. Detailing and woven rattan accents in rich wood, tortoiseshell, and distressed ebony finishes.

Drexel Heritage Postobello Collection

Drexel Heritage has a long history of making fine furniture that lasts for generations. Our attention to detail makes our living room, dining room and bedroom furniture the finest available. Our dedication to providing you with fine furniture that you will treasure has led us to stronger furniture construction combined with unique furniture finishes and a greater furniture selection. Our furniture collections offer a wider selection of styles than other furniture companies while still allowing many pieces to be "mixed and matched" between collections.

This is one of our newer collections, Postobello. The clean lines, charm and reasonable prices of Postobello has made this collection one of our best sellers. For more pictures of this and other collections visit our website at www.drexelheritage.com and locate a retailer near you.

Drexel-Heritage Dining Rooms

My first dining table was Drexel-Heritage. I purchased that table in 1977, and it is still in beautiful condition. Today, Drexel-Heritage Furniture maintains the same standards that were used to make my table and 8 upholstered, cane backed chairs.

This picture features the Palm Court Collection. It is the epitome of Island Style, which so many South Floridians love. But, right now, if I were to retire my dining room, I am much more partial to the Tuscan Villa Collection which I will feature on my next blog. It has such beautiful lines that combine old world elegance with modern lines.

Stay tuned for more Fine Furniture Facts!

Grandparent Games

How exciting to be a new grandmother and have this wonderful tool to help me interact with my granddaughter. The site is called Grandparent Games, and it allows both grandparent and grandchild to interact directly with each other using numerous games and visuals effects that progress into teaching skills as the child gets older. The site is for children from 6 months to 5 years of age. I have seen it in action, and I don't know who was more delighted, the 2 year old grandson, or the Grandfather, who was beginning to teach number recognition. As you can see I have a few months to go before I can begin teaching her multiplication! If nothing less, it's a wonderful babysitting tool. Little Milo played with his Grandfather for 15 minutes every day. Mom can get alot done in 15 minutes. I'll keep you posted on its progress. The site debut is August 1st, but you can go online now at www.grandparentgames.com to check out related blogs, etc. Or check out this Video on UTube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3YSlj-Jy_s. Chat with you soon!

Lexington Home Brands New Group

Lexington has a new collection that rivals Drexel's Postobello group that has been so popular. Dark woods and a contempory design are featured alot, especially for young professionals.

Bernhardt New Collection

Bernhardt is coming out with a new line, Cascade. We have this dining set on display at Howards Interiors, Stuart, FL

Century Furniture

Century Furniture still excells in the field of custom upholstery. Their fabric selection is second to none in the industry. If you have purchased century upholstery, you can be guarenteed that you have a guality product that will last a long time.

Lexington Furniture

Lexington Furniture carries several lines by famous people and designers. One of the most recent lines that has beautiful furnishings is by Arnold Palmer. Their design lines include Liz Claiborn, Bob Timberlake, Nautica, Woolrich and, of course, Tommy Bahama

Drexel Upholstery

Drexel Upholstery offers a great selection of fabrics and styles. Being able to select from the company's fabric selection really adds a lot of value to finished product. The same piece of furniture can cost thousands less, because you do not have to add the price of approximately 20 yards of fabric (for the average sofa) to the cost of the frame.

I'm learning!

This is my new granddaughter, Emmy

She is only 3 days old in this picture.

What a cutie pie!

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