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Furniture Spotlight: Baker Furniture

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The creation of famous designer Siebe Baker, Baker furniture is recognized all over the world for its impeccable taste, unique style and superior craftsmanship. Started in 1890, Baker has become one of the leading furniture designers and manufacturers in the industry and is responsible for inspiring thousands of home furnishing designs. At its peak, the Baker factory in Michigan employed 450 people and piqued the interest of larger corporations smitten with the hand-crafted designs and traditional quality. Baker eventually sold to the Kohler Company, but kept its core principles in place, now under the guidance of renowned designers like Jacques Garcia, Thomas Pheasant and Barbara Barry.

Why Baker

The name alone should give you reason enough to choose Baker when creating the right look in your home’s dining room, living room or other living spaces. The Baker collection is made with the highest quality materials and superior craftsmanship for a timeless style that fits with both classic and contemporary décor.

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Sunbrella Fabrics

In 1961, Sunbrella debuted as an alternative to cotton. At the time, cotton was the most widely used fabric for awnings. It was a bit of a revolution when Sunbrella offered awnings made from acrylic fibers with pigmentation added prior to extrusion, hence adding the rich look and feel of cotton without the drawback of fading or degrading. Guaranteed to withstand the elements, Sunbrella quickly became a hit within the home furnishing market.

upholstery-impactStarting solely with awnings, Sunbrella soon branched out and began designing boat tops, sail covers and marine upholstery using its advanced grade fabrics. Today, Sunbrella is the leading fabric choice for power boaters and sailors who appreciate the quality and durability of the fabric.

It wasn’t until the 1980s that Sunbrella considered using its advanced technology fabrics for home furniture. Sunbrella was asked by furniture manufacturers to take their fabric formula of high performance awning fabric with the look and feel of cotton and apply it to outdoor furniture. If it could work for awnings and boat covers, then why not patio chairs and loungers?

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Furniture Spotlight: Maitland-Smith

One of the most popular home furniture brands is Maitland-Smith. For over thirty years, the designers and manufacturers at their High Point, North Carolina headquarters have been producing high quality, functional and stylish home furnishings including beds, dining tables, chests, decorative accessories and accent lighting.

Inspired by the designs that characterized 17th and 18th Century England, Maitland-Smith seeks to blend the rich heritage of the past with the needs of modern day homeowners to create furniture that is timeless, elegant and sturdy. The brand’s areas of expertise include metal casting, finely executed porcelains, sophisticated finishing techniques and the finest hand carved woodwork.

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Planning Kitchen Redesigns

Whether you bought an existing home or had one custom built, there will come a time when you’ll consider redesigning the kitchen. Maybe you’ve expanded your family and have concerns about space or you’re simply tired of seeing the same design every day. No matter the reason, when it’s time to remodel and redecorate your kitchen, here are a few tips to get you started in the right direction.

HabershamKitchen2 Plan Ahead

For most home improvement projects, the key to success is to plan ahead. Rather than breaking down walls and ripping out sinks on a whim, take the time to consult with a design specialist and contractor. Discuss your ideas and if they are practical. Some of your plans might not be possible depending on the layout of the room so that information is best to know before you begin the process.

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Furniture Spotlight: Bradington Young

Since 1978, Bradington Young has been designing and manufacturing high quality leather furniture including sofas, chairs and sectionals. Known for laminated hardwood frames and their wide variety of leather types and colors, Bradington Young is one of the most trusted names in home décor.

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Why Bradington Young

With over 30 years of experience, Bradington Young has established its brand as one of the leading manufacturers of fine leather furniture for the home. With over 175 leathers and 300 fabrics to choose from, you are sure to find a club chair, sectional sofa or ottoman that fits in perfectly with your existing décor. Hand-crafting each piece at their headquarters in Hickory and Cherryville, N.C., the company prides itself on being made in the U.S.A. and offering “high quality products at a fair price.”

Where to Use Each Piece

The Bradington Young collection features a series of chairs that provide the proper accommodation for your living room, den, home office and family room. Including club chairs, comfort loungers, recliners and swivel chairs, the plush leather seating of these chairs adds superior comfort to any space. You will also find a wide variety of reclining sofas, reclining sectionals and elegant cocktail ottomans that can help complete any living room design. Browse the Classics and Envisions Collections for home décor that will combine function and style to produce luxuriously comfortable seating.

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