Ocean House - Watch HIl, RI - Design Project

The Ocean House is the last of the grand Victorian hotels, where life is still lived much as it was a century ago, a tranquil timetable of tides and sun, teatime and cocktails, sailing regattas and bonfires on the beach.

Perched high on the bluffs of Watch Hill, Rhode Island, the reopening of the Ocean House is a rebirth of the last iconic New England seaside resort. The Ocean House has been meticulously reconstructed to pay tribute to its storied past and offer exceptional personal experiences for guests, members and residents. The Ocean House's celebrated hotel and residential accommodations, uncompromising service, beachfront location, and world-class amenities pay homage to New England's golden age of hospitality with timeless elegance and renewed civility. 

Robert Rizzo and Leslie Hecker of Cobble Court Interiors were asked by the new owners to decorate the penthouse suite on top of the Ocean House.  The suite consists of three ensuite bedrooms, den, formal living room, family room and a dramatic entry.     Below are a few of the shots taken as the project was almost completed:

Jars Dinnerware Arriving Soon At CobbleCourt.com

Jars dinnerware has been handcrafted in Provence, France since 1857. The Jars mission remains "to make daily objects works of art, and to make the useful beautiful." By combining state-of-the-art technology with traditional craftsmanship, Jars produces vividly colored settings that will brighten your table every day.

Vuelta (above) from Jars France has the generous proportions and subtle variegated glazing that distinguish fine handcrafted dinnerware. With their understated elegance, these pieces can make the transition from everyday dining to special events with ease. Dishwasher- and microwave-safe for the perfect blend of beauty and convenience.

 

Subtle distinctions in the glaze patterns add to the charm and character of Jars dinnerware (view in color options above). Cherry and Orange have more variable designs; Lemon and Eggplant are more uniform in appearance. Double-glaze plates are the indicated color on the serving surface, and a dark matte brown on the reverse side. Shown in Orange.

Thom Filicia Launches New Line

Thom Filicia Home Collection Launches New Line with Vanguard Furniture.  It is a multifaceted collection that includes a mix of living, dining and bedroom pieces, occasional chairs, cocktail and occasional tables, upholstered pieces and textiles. The new home collection captures Thom Filicia's classic simplicity and injects an unexpected, modern flair. With a fresh yet timeless approach to design, the collection balances elements in unique and beautiful ways. Refined details mix with raw edges, industrial plays against organic, and materials, textures and palettes are used in unexpected ways.

One of my favorite signature pieces:  comes in two finishes and tops.

Wonderful structured upholstered pieces!

Check out the case good! High style!

Check out the rest of the collection at Vanguard Furniture.

Bradley Hardware Collection

We have designed many projects and each one take on a life of it's own.  We work very hard to only use the best of materials and work with the best of manufacturers.  One of the finest in the window treatment hardware world is truly The Bradley Collection.      Bradley creates distinctive products, that are unique in their style, proportion, and colorway.

 Bradley manufacturers five distinctive collections:

Elysian

Combining modernist style with decorative appeal, this collection captures the unique spirit of luxury

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  Edge

  Clean lines and subtle aesthetics are ingeniously merged in this aluminium track system. Click to enter
  
  

 

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  Mio

  Functionality combined with unique eyecatching finial designs complement a truly inspired finish. Click to enter
  
  
  
  
  
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    Steel

    Highly adaptable and elegant design reflects the beauty and individualality of the metal form. Click to enter
    
    
  
  
  
  
  
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    Decorative

    Featuring a luxurious palette of paints and woodstains, this collection embodies the spirit of grandeur. Click to enter
    
    
    
    
    

Dream Vacations

Sitting at our country home in Litchfield, CT, watching the snow and temperature fall.  Loving the beautiful picturesque scenes created by all the white stuff, but dreaming of our vacation we took this past fall a little bit north of Los Angelas.


Our first stop was the fabulous Bacara Resort in Santa Barbara, CA.  What a spot... The old world Spanish Colonial architecture and the magnificent gardens.  The spa is the center of the world at Bacara.  We worked out in the gym with our trainer, Barbara, then had a great breakfast at the Spa Restaurant.  What a way to start the day.  Then, a hike at the 1100 acre private ranch, another spa treatment, lunch on the terrace overlooking the ocean, take a nap, get ready for dinner, and repeat, repeat, repeat.

Residence #10, Michael Jordon's favorite!

Pool Deck overlooking the Pacific on overcast morning!  Fires were just North of the Bacara! 

Great Spanish Architecture looking at the Spa in the Dome building.

Stairs to our magnificent Suite!

Our second stop was the Biltmore Four Season Santa Barbara.  Over the top!    More Spanish colonial architecture and real sophisticated style.  This place is elegant, yet relaxed.  The staff cater to your every need, without going over-board.  The gym and spa are much smaller than Bacara, but has a real intimate feel.    Visit both places and tell us what you think!

 

Front Entry into the Biltmore - Santa Barbara

Outside Courtyard overlooking Pacific.

Pool Area in the center of the Biltmore - Very Private!

We stayed at the Bacara for five days and the Biltmore for another week.  We mixed this up between business, working on an interior design job in Palm Springs and the best vacation ever!  On a day like today, can't wait to go back!

Merry Christmas

Hope everyone had a wonderful Holiday Season.  Lots of left overs and time for returns and exchanges!  Talking this week off to spend with the family, then going down south for a bit of sunshine!   Happy New Year!

Arte Italica Added to Cobble Court Home Website

Cobble Court Home has added Arte Italica to our website.  We are so impressed with this hand made Italian line of tabletop including dinnerware, flatware, glassware, and many very impressive home accessories.  We wanted to highlight a few of the beautiful new products:

The Bella Bianca Collection is crafted using a delicate white glaze over a rich, black clay. The patterns were exquisitely designed by an Italian fashion designer using details found in fabrics and accessories. The scalloped edges, antique lace, beading, emblems and subtle floral motifs all combine to create this elegant, unique tablesetting. Handmade in Italy.

 

 

The elegant beading and hammered detail, of the Arte Italica Bella Bianca flatware collection, showcase the natural beauty of Italian pewter. This collection is made from 18/10 stainless steel and paired with the highest quality, pewter handles. Like all Arte Italica flatware, Bella Bianca is handmade in Italy.

This Arte Italica Bella Bianca stemware collection, shown above, continues the tradition of simplicity of form and handcrafted uniqueness. These delicate pieces have fine rippled glass detail and elegant shapes. Handmade in Italy.

Check out the entire collection of Arte Italica on our website:  Cobble Court Home

Cire Trudon

Cobble Court Home is so excited to announce the addition of Cire Trudon on it's website, the oldest candlemaking company, dating back to 1643. Candlemakers to the kings of France, the Trudon candlemaking process was considered the most exclusive, using solid beeswax.

Cire Trudon has a rich history and is still in existence today. Founded by merchant Claude Trudon, the company has built a solid reputation dating back to the time of Napoleon and throughout the revolution and final hours of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. There are so many delicious fragrances to choose from.

The  Cire Trudon 'Trianon' candle, which was inspired by Marie Antoinette is described as follows, "The picking of jacinth, roses, white flowers, wild herbs from the meadows and graminaeceous plants, this bunch of flowers reminds us of an ideal nature, that of the Nouvelle Heloise and the country life dreams of Marie Antoinette. Vibrating with the memory of a summer evening and the warm musk scent of torches, this candle is a homage to the Queen of taste who inspired so many candles to Maison de Cire Trudon."

I love the "Les Bustes de Cire" molded wax bust candles of those who marked the history of France, such as Napoleon, Marie Antoinette and L'esclave. Expensive? Yes, but beautiful with a rich history.

My favorite

Cire Trudon La Grande Bougie

Over six pounds of natural wax are filled in a hand-blown glass container which is engraved with gold lettering. This extraordinary 3-wick candle will burn for hundreds of hours and makes a luxurious gift.

Check out:  6.3 pound candle at Cobble Court Home.

Pick of the Week: Great Holiday Gifts

Another great holiday gift from Match Pewter.  Yes We Can Lidded Box (4.5L, 3.1W, 1.2H) by Match Pewter!  Put a note inside for a special friend and give an inspired holiday gift that will always be remembered!

Inspired by the President, Yes We Can relays hope and positivity. Match pewter is handmade by artisans in the North of Italy. Its classic forms harmonize with both traditional and modern settings. Its warm reflections recall celebrations at well laid tables and storytelling by candlelight.

Match pewter does not contain lead and is completely food safe. Not recommended for the dishwasher. Hand-made in Italy. Pewter tarnishes very slowly and requires almost no maintenance. Should you want to polish your pewter almost any polish will do (read the directions before using). Match recommends Cape Cod Metal Polish.

Free shipping on all orders.

Holiday Gift Pick of the Week

We are posting great holiday gifts, at great price for friends and family.  Check out this new Friendship Tray from Juliska for $36.  They also have trays for Courage, Love, and Integrity!  Packaged in Gift Box!

Juliska Cornerstones Friendship Large Rectangular Tray-GIFT BOX


Cornerstones Friendship Large Rectangular Tray (8L, 6.5W) by Juliska. We are an Authorized Dealer.



Reverse Side Reads: friendship is a sheltering tree



Juliska Cornerstones has created elegant and insprirational trays with subtle quotes on the reverse side of classic Juliska designs. Celebrate the cornerstone values of a life well lived. Packaged in Juliska Gift Box.

Pick of the Week

Since Rob is constantly discovering chic furniture and accessories, we are going to start publishing a weekly blog featuring a "pick of the week."

This week, our pick comes from our website CobbleCourt.com, the source for Modern English Country Lifestyle. This understated tufted Rive Gauche Chair is a great piece that can be placed in your living room or master bedroom. Let us know what you think about our pick this week!

Cobble Court At Rooms With A View

Each year, ROOMS with a VIEW--the brainchild of interior design icon Albert Hadley--transforms Southport Congregational Church into a dazzling showhouse featuring twelve miniature showrooms. ROOMS with a VIEW will celebrate its 15th anniversary this year with an extra-special group of talented designers, including Eddie Ross, the former senior style editor at Martha Stewart Living turned rock-star designer after appearing on Bravo’s Top Design, and Alexa Hampton, president and featured designer of Mark Hampton LLC, the world-famous design firm founded by her late father, Mark Hampton. Each interior designer is allowed total artistic license to create a unique vignette around this year’s theme: “These Are a Few of My Favorite Things.”

While the twelve designer vignettes are the centerpiece of ROOMS with a VIEW, the show provides many other attractions. Throughout the show, visitors will have an opportunity to start their holiday shopping early in The Marketplace, featuring over 30 high-end vendors selling jewelry, home accessories, antique prints, art and unique items of clothing, or to relax over a delicious lunch or other treat in The Marketplace Café.

A Gala Preview Party, featuring both live and silent auctions, kicks off the event on Thursday, November 5th, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Tickets for the Gala Preview Party start at $100.

The fun continues on Friday, November 6, when Tina Dragone of Westport will put on a fashion show in the tent while a gourmet luncheon is served. There are two seatings for the fashion show and luncheon, at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The price of the fashion show and luncheon is $35.

To celebrate its 15th year, ROOMS with a VIEW has added a new Holiday Decorating Seminar on Saturday, November 7, at 10:30 a.m. This special holiday-themed seminar, entitled “Home for the Holidays,” will feature floral inspirations by Marna Ringel of Flowers by Marna and Swedish Country-inspired home décor by Rhonda Eleish and Edie van Breems of Eleish van Breems Antiques. Rhonda and Edie will also be available to sign copies of their new book, Swedish Country Interiors. Tickets for this special event are $20 per person.

Bunny Williams BeeLine Home at CobbleCourt.com

Cobble Court is excited to announce the addition of BeeLine by Bunny Williams to our website Cobble Court Home. Below is a note from Bunny Williams:

This is an idea I have had for quite some time and as a designer for over 30 years, it has often been challenging to find those much needed pieces to make a room special. This motivated me to design my own line which is a collection of traditional and modern pieces that can be combined in many ways to create your own statement. Each piece is meaningful to me and was inspired by something either I coveted or I own. The collection consists of limited editions of each item and my goal is to introduce a new collection every year, to keep the product “fresh” and interesting. BeeLine Home will be available in shops across the country beginning in March of 2009. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I have creating it.



BeeLine Home Philosophy

BeeLine Home’s title is a nod to a beehive, a busy, buzzing, wonderful home; a tribute to honeybees who are industrious and create something delectable; and a reference to “making a beeline” – to be the fastest toward a goal.

As an insatiable collector who has shopped for furniture all over the world, I’m always searching for items with unique design, character, wonderful hand finishes, beautiful workmanship and amazing woods; anything that makes a piece distinctive and holds my attention. The hallmark of my design work is combining pieces of varying quality and provenance, creating interesting combinations and unexpected juxtapositions….my tastes are unabashedly eclectic.

The collection is expressive and unique and as I’ve found in my design work, pieces often work together not because they are alike but because they are different. BeeLine Home consists of: side tables, bedside tables, lamps, chairs, mirrors, coffee and drinks tables as well as unusual accessories, and I encourage you to combine them in ways that create your own version of “The Mix.” Our goal is to ensure that each handcrafted item is constructed of the highest quality, yet competitively priced. Because each piece will be part of a limited edition, they will be numbered by year of introduction. In addition, new collections will be introduced each year, which will entice the buyer to make a more urgent and satisfying purchase of exclusive and stylish products.