Sunday, February 1, 2009

George Nelson Bubble Lamp Illuminates


George Nelson created the "Bubble Lamp" line for Howard Miller in 1947. Howard Miller continued to sell the line throughout the late 1970's after which they were discontinued. George Nelson never named the different lamp designs and they were simply given numbers by Howard Miller. A large Saucer lamp was simply sold under "Bubble Lamp H-727". Austin artist Elizabeth Decker's self portrait hangs in the stairwell.

Monday, January 19, 2009

Unveiling New Art

The new artistic statement in the living room is by Elizabeth Decker from her Paper Bag Series. This fabulous piece is titled Consumption.

Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Benvenuti, Bienvenidos, Willkommen and ברוכים הבאים


Well we were finally able to hang those recycled aluminum letters on the angled ceiling of the front door entry. Why have a welcome mat when you can display a welcome sign?

Friday, November 28, 2008

Curtain Call


Hey all... the custom curtains are finally installed; the guest room is nearly complete. And no the circle pattern on the fabric does not glow in the dark (but it would be cool if it did).

Monday, October 27, 2008

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn...and Austin, TX

It has been a while since a photo of La Casa Verde has been posted on Ye Ole Blog. The last photograph certainly did not include grass nor foliage. The landscaping is still somewhat minimalistic who knew huge Agave plants cost an Orin Scrivello, DDS and a Mr. Mushnick! Feed me Seymour!

Left, Las Casa Verde. Below Gardens Austin Texas Nursery

Sunday, September 28, 2008

Announcing the Buy Me! Buy Me! The Wish List

Wondering what to purchase for this modern homeowner? Looking for the perfect gift for that special occasion? Well look no further than the Buy Me! Buy Me! The Wish List posted on this Blog! And don't forget that a gift certificate to any of the fine retailers listed under the Decorating List will do! Happy shopping!

Wednesday, September 3, 2008

She Blinded Me With Science


"She blinded me with science!" So now when that sun sets in the west my bedroom will not heat up to 100 degrees! Call Kim Stewart at Blinds of All Kinds (512) 899-8787 www.blindsofallkinds.net.