Shop the Model Homes

Many of you may not be familiar with November Design Group. They are a local company, owned by two very talented women, who design and stage model homes for builders all over the country.

Now you have the opportunity to take advantage of their proximity – and their extra inventory.

I’d like to introduce you to the November Design Shop. It is your chance to purchase fine furniture at prices far below what it’s worth. After they furnish a model home (which they’ve done over 800 times!) they often bring back items that didn’t quite fit. While most of the furniture in their showroom has been on display in model homes, some is new from the manufacturer and hasn’t even been removed from its original packaging.

You can go online to their website www.NovemberDesign.com and click on the Clearance Shop button. There you can view all their inventory or schedule an appointment to go visit their showroom in person.

So take advantage of this great opportunity to access model home furniture at amazing prices – right in your back yard!

JAYA Warehouse Sale

Rumor has it that Jaya is going to be having a warehouse sale from November 6^th thru the 8^th. While you may have visited their store, located at 902 N. Lamar (at 9^th Street), many of you may not know that they also have a warehouse full of treasures, located just off 5^th Street (at Pressler). The warehouse holds about ten times the product you can find at their retail space.

For those of you not familiar with Jaya – if you like Four Hands, you’ll love Jaya. Owners, David and Jackie Hook met in the principality of Liechtenstein while they were individually traveling the world. After a collective two decades of nonstop travel, David (a New Zealander) and Jackie (a native Texan) made Austin their home.

Their passion for travel and their entrepreneurial spirit attracted them to the import business; and what began as a small wholesale venture quickly evolved into three flourishing boutique furniture and home décor stores. They established Jaya in 1996 in Austin and have since opened Jaya Houston and Jaya Dallas.

David and Jackie’s wanderlust has taken them through more than 50 countries. Exciting finds from their encounters with other cultures and wildlife fill their stores.

Stay tuned for more details on the sale, including hours and directions!

Uptown Modern

Are you looking for some fun statement pieces, with a vintage twist? I suggest Uptown Modern, located at 5453 Burnet Road, in the Courtyard Shops.

They have a wonderful selection of fun, eclectic pieces that will compliment any modern, contemporary or urban decor. Definitely worth a visit or check out their inventory on the website: www.uptownurbanaustin.com

Highlights:

- vintage home furnishings from the 1940s through the 1970s in a variety of styles from luxurious Hollywood Regency, cool industrial , James Mont inspired Oriental and faux bamboo to sleek chrome pieces by Milo Baughman

- elegant glass and mod lucite chandeliers and lamps, as well as Danish Modern credenzas, desks, and buffets in teak, walnut and mahogany

- vintage Italian, West German, Scandinavian, American and Japanese glass and pottery, retro atomic clocks, sunburst mirrors, Curtis Jere metal sculptures, decoratives screens, gold gilt and silver leaf pieces as well as vintage original art and photographs

- some of the well-known designers they have had are: Miller, Knoll, Dunbar, Widdicomb, Brown-Saltman, Jalk, Eames, Saarinen, Bertoia, Platner, Kagan, Draper, Panton, Breuer, Thonet, Finn- Juhl, Wright, Nelson, McCobb, Evans and Laszlo

West Elm

Since so many folks in this neck of the woods came from California, they are familiar with West Elm. But for those who are native, this might be a new discovery for you.

West Elm is somewhere between Ikea and Z Gallerie - both with cleaner lines and more modern pieces. Those of you who are morphing to a more contemporary look in your homes will love to hop on their website and poke around: www.WestElm.com.

If you still need to hands-on experience when you're out shopping, here are a few of my favorite stores in Austin for finding a little more modern look at a modest budget:

- Urban Living

- Collectic Home

- Eurway

- Copenhagen

- Z Gallerie

These will offer a good cross section from urban loft to zen to full blown contemporary. Most are still running pretty good sales on the heels of the downturn last year. With economic predictions looking better, expect prices to start holding firm again in the next few months.

Reduce, Reuse, Recylce - Offices

Many of you have home offices and are on the lookout for inexpensive pieces that are not your typical "some assembly required", knock-down furniture.

Here is a great solution - Tops Furniture.

With three locations in Austin, they buy used office furniture from companies moving or downsizing. They have a wonderful array of real hardwood desks, file cabinets, tables, chairs - all that you could imagine. They even have more contemporary pieces such as glass topped bankers' desks. And at a fraction of the price.

So not only can you obtain quality office furniture for your home, you can also feel good about 'recycling' these pieces.

To compliment your new desk, they can order high end ergonomic desk chairs at a fraction of the price you'll pay elsewhere.

And as an added bonus, they have a whole room of office supplies for sale. Post it notes, staples, paper clips, 3 hole punches - all top quality for pennies on the dollar.

Check out the website for their locations: www.topstexas.com

Modern Marvels

There seems to be a resurgence of interest in the clean lines of contemporary furniture. After having shopped around, I was happy to stumble across Modern Line Furniture. Their shopping website not only had the best selection, the prices are phenomenal. The website is www.ModernLineFurniture.com.

They have a great selection of 'ready ship' pieces that arrive in two or three weeks, as opposed to the twelve week time lines seen elsewhere.

Look at this site for all things modern - whether it's sectionals, tables, bars, or accessories. And to top it all off, the best customer service I've seen from an online store in a long while.

Happy Shopping!

Great Game Rooms

In the month of June everyone's attention is on the Man Cave.

If you have been looking to add a game room or design a home pub or even just add a pool table, I suggest you take a look at the Billiard Factory.

Not only do they carry a great assortment of products, they have wonderful services to help you pull it all together like their free room planner software.

You should especially note their Father's Day special this month - where one lucky dad will win the grand prize of a FREE Man Cave - otherwise known as a fully outfitted game room.

Check them out for great selection!

Rugs, Rugs, Rugs

For some reasons Rugs have been on everyone's mind this past week. Clients everywhere have been asking for a great source for rugs. If you are open to buying online, Home Decorators Collection is a great source, with free shipping, good prices and a wide selection. Check them out at www.HomeDecorators.com and see for yourself.

- They have many fine materials. Select from wool, bamboo, chenille, silk and cotton.

- Pick the exact size you want, from a small 2' x 3' rug to an extra large 12' x 18' rug.

- For heavy-duty durability, select a machine-made or braided rug.

- For a unique, one-of-a-kind rug, try a handmade area rug.

- If you need a rug for outside, choose from their durable outdoor rugs.

Macy's Overstock

Heads-up on a great Macy's shipment that just hit the floor at Home Consignment Centers this weekend. Judging on past experience, it won't last long! See their note below:

* * *
Macy's - Friday, May 15th (on floor by Saturday)
leather pieces
bed suites
club chairs and ottomans
side chairs
dining tables
chaise lounges
plus more...

Legion Furniture - Monday, May 18th (on floor by Tuesday)
FULL 53 foot semi coming!!
side chairs
end tables
accent tables
consoles
chests
buffets
dining chairs
leather and upholstery pieces
plus more...

Feel free to take a look at Legion's website. If you see something that you like, stop in next week to see if we have it. We don't know what's coming in the truck, but we know it will be GOOD!! Most items are under $200!!!

But the quantities will be limited, so make sure you come in early!!
http://www.legionfurniture.com/1/index.html

We will also be receiving our last truck full of patio furniture for the year next week!!

Accent Tables at Tuesday Morning!

Starting Tuesday May 5th, Tuesday Morning is featuring accent furniture from $149.99 to $199.99.

If you have been looking for an occasional table or accent piece, I would take a peak. (Follow the link to their website to look at the product - goto the View Our May Mailer section of their homepage and click there for details.)

Their furnishings are typically good quality and the Burnett Road store tends to have the best selection in town. As they say in their ad, "Be the first to find the treasure!"

http://www.tuesdaymorning.com/

ESTATES SALE - Circle C

Estate Sale this weekend in packed Circle C home.

Includes a lifetime collection of antiques including many unusual pieces from the collection of L.D. Sharpe who worked for many years at Chantal’s in the Northcross mall. L.D is downsizing and this is part two of his magnificent collection featuring his furniture and artwork.

Furniture: Rococo, Victorian, oak and marble topped pieces plus Ethan Allen, Drexel Heritage, Lane, burled walnut roll top desk, pine hutches, grandfather clock, MORE

Soft Goods, Belgian tapestry, rugs, quilts, samplers, bedding, vintage linens, Teddy bears, smalls including Tobies and pottery collection

Ellington upright Piano, Bridgeport Burled Walnut Pump Organ, piano books, sheet music, guitar,Original art by Sabra Richards, prints, lithos,

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
May 2nd and May 3rd Saturday 9-4
Sunday 10-2 (50% off on Sunday)

Address: 6203 Old Harbor Lane in Circle C (near Slaughter & MoPac)
Follow Signs
CASH & CARRY

JAYA Largest Sale Ever

And the deals keep pouring in! Jaya is opening up their warehouse and also having a storewide sale. Check out the details below:


Join Us for Our Largest Sales Event Ever
April 24th - 26th, '09

Warehouse Saleup to 80% Off selected Warehouse Merchandise
Come early to get the best selection of our clearance,discontinued or slightly damaged items.
Friday & Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm
(cash & check)

Warehouse: 301 Pressler, 78703 (just off 5th Street) tel: 477-7787
Store: 902 N. Lamar Blvd, 78703 (at 9th Street) tel: 457-1255
www.jayafurniture.com

Model Home furnishings auction

All of you who missed Part 1, a few weeks ago, should mark your calendars for this Saturday! Round two of the Wilshire Models Homes furnishings are going under the hammer.

Last time around there were TONS of wonderful pieces, artwork and accessories. Here are the details:

Model Home Furniture - Wilshire Homes - Part 2
Date: April 18th

Time: Saturday 10:00AM *Note Early Start Time*

Selling a wonderful selection of model home furniture and accessories. Part 2 of this auction will include a large selection of furniture and a very large selection of accessories. There will be hundreds of items in this auction that must sell. Make your reservations today!

Inspection Time: Friday April 17th – 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Saturday 8:00 am – Auction At 10:00 am

Note: Austin Auctions is located on Anderson Mill Rd, between Hwy 183 and Parmer Rd.

Z Gallery is having a 20% off accessory sale. Combined with great prices to begin, it's a wonderful deal. Pop into their location at the Domain to find some new spring sparkle to give your room a quick facelift!

LOFT Blow Out Sale

As you may be aware, LOFT has consolidated their downtown store up at The Domain. They will be selling their excess inventory at 60-75% off the retail price. The sale will be held offsite in the former Shabby Chic space at the Domain.

If you like cleaner lines but don't want to sacrifice comfort - this is a great place for you. Plus very unique lighting and accessories. Be sure to check it out!

TIME AND DATES:

April 2nd through April 12th
HOURS 10-8 Mon-Sat, 12-6 Sun

Model Home Furnishings

THIS WEEK AT
AUSTIN AUCTION GALLERY

Wilshire Homes
Model Home Furnishings – Part 1
Saturday, March 28, 10:00am
*Note Early Start Time*

Preview Now
http://www.austinauction.com/auctions/032809

*AN ENORMOUS QUANTITY OF HIGH QUALITY HOME FURNISHINGS!*

Austin Auctions have been commissioned by Wilshire homes to sell a wonderful selection of model home furniture and accessories. Due to the large quantity of merchandise this will be the first of two auctions of this merchandise.

This auction will include sofas, chairs, armoires, bedroom and dining room furniture, mirrors, pictures and more. There will be hundreds of items in this auction that must sell. Make your reservations today!

Inspection Time: Friday March 27th – 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Saturday 8:00 am – Auction At 10:00 am

Push Pull Open Close

Anyone in the market for cabinet pulls or door handles should take a look at this - a mobile decorative hardware store! They come to you!

With over 2000 choices for cabinet hardware , they bring the entire showroom to your home. This allows you to pick hardware in the actual space where it will be used. All the knobs and pulls can be taken off their boards and held to the cabinet so you can really see what they are going to look like. It takes all of the fear out of choosing.

Their collection ranges from sleek and contemporary to traditional; from glass and ceramic to metal. It's a stress free solution for interior and exterior door handles, cabinet pulls and knobs.

The price point is moderate to high end, depending on the product - most hardware items are in the $8 to $14 range each. They work on an appointment basis and it takes about an hour to do a kitchen and about 3-4 hours to specify the hardware for a full house.

Push Pull Open Close charges a $40 an hour consultation fee that will rebate into the cost of your hardware if you purchase from them. What a great way to simplify your decision process!

To contact them for information or to set up and appointment call:

Jonathan Hiebert
Push Pull Open Close Incorporated
512-694-7762

Palazzo Reale

Located off of I35 in San Marcos, Palazzo Reale is not well known but a lot of fun. With an interesting selection of Ranch, Exotic and Traditional furnishings and they are also the sole distributor in Texas for Pacific Green palmwood furniture.

Their website doesn't due them justice but take a peak anyhow at http://www.palazz.net/. Next time you are headed down to the outlets, leave yourself time to stop by. You'll be glad you did.

Palazzo Reale is located at 2521 S IH 35 in San Marcos, Tx, 78666. Phone is 512-392-6304. They have a second location in Abilene.

Don't Dismiss Dillards!

With all the specialty furniture stores around town, it's easy to pass on shopping at the good old fashion department stores. But a recent walk through the furniure section at Dillards revealed some of the best sales and pricing I've seen lately.

The Dillard's at Lakeline Mall and Barton Creek carry a pretty wide selection of furniture for a department store. While you can find lot of sales listed online (http://www.dillards.com/) there were additional savings in store on overstock items. Especially for sofas and side chairs.

It's worth a trip in to see what you can find - I've stumbled across leather 'barrel back' chairs for around $175 apiece. That's an incredible deal. Go and see what you can uncover...

Happy shopping!

Looking for Something Unique?

ESTATE SALE

4504 SHOAL CREEK BLVD.

SAT Jan 31st from 9-4

SUN Feb 1st from 10-3 (discounting on Sunday)

Vintage * Period * Antique Furniture

Clothing ArtFine and Costume Jewelry

Karastan RugsHousehold Contents, Appliances

OVER 500 VINYL LPS & Stereo Gear in garage

Plants + Gardening 2 sets of Patio Furniture

New in Austin...

Collectic Home's bills itself as "Austin's lofty, upscale new furniture resource." This is an apt description and it's well worth a look around the store for all sorts of inspiration. A beautiful setting that's a bit off the beaten path. Check it out...

"The Collectic Home philosophy is a simple one. We believe that the furnishings we offer are much more than the fabric, foam, wood and hardware from which they are made. They are very personal. They are placed in homes where families live, love, laugh, and grow. It's our hope that everything you find at Collectic Home will become truly part of your family lore."

Collectic Home's 7,000 sq ft showroom is conveniently located just southwest of downtown Austin.

2785 Bee Caves Rd (RM 2244)

At The Shops of Mira Vista

• one block west of MoPac / Loop 1

tel 512.347.1616

store hours:

• M-F 10-6

• Sat 10-6

• Sun 1-5

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D I R E C T I O N S

From MoPac/Loop 1:
• Exit FM 2244 off MoPac

• West on Bee Caves Rd (2244) one block to Edgegrove

• 2.5 miles south of downtown

From 360/Cap of TX Hwy:
• Exit Bee Caves Rd / FM 2244

• East for 3 miles on Bee Caves through Westlake Hills into Rollingwood

• Right at Edgegrove signal (last light before MoPac) into The Shops at Mira Vista