Josh's Picks

I'm kind of a lighting snob. When I am working or reading, I want light, and lots of it. Even if there is an overhead light on, I want a task light to illuminate my workspace.

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Usually task lights are big with articulated limbs so you can horn in on what you are doing. And those kinds of lights are fine, but sometimes you want something simpler. Just a little bit of ambient light to tucked into the corner of the desk.

josh's picks | alice lane home collection

I am in love with the Terri lamp by Thomas O'Brien. Small, sleek, modern and stylish. It's amazing in crystal, but also comes in solid alabaster and brass. Come in and check it out and let us help you lighten up your workspace.

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5 Favorite Office Pins

A well-designed home office is essential. Whether you are going for an ultra feminine office, a strong masculine look, or something in between, pick a style and be inspired! These are our current favorite office inspiration images from Pinterest. 5 favorite office pins | alice lane home collection

5 favorite office pins | alice lane home collection

5 favorite office pins | alice lane home collection

5 favorite office pins | alice lane home collection

5 favorite office pins | alice lane home collection

 

You can follow Alice Lane Home on Pinterest for more great office ideas.

[photos from Decorpad, La Dolce Vita, Mark Sikes, and Architectural Digest]

Holly A.'s Picks

Now that a third of the population is trickling its way back to school, let's talk student success.  A successful student starts with a beautifully styled desk, and I'm mostly sure about that.  If you're not a student yourself, chances are, you know one; but didn't someone once say that we're all students of life?  I bet that happened.

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A well functioning desk consists of a few key ingredients:  Lighting, a tray to corral the knick knacks, a scented candle for easing the research paper nerves, a coaster for caffeine, a notepad to scrawl the fleeting thought, a rad jar for pencils and such, and something organic to soften the seriousness.

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If you're in the mood to create student success, stop by either of our store locations.  We've got the prettiest ingredients for a perfectly styled desk.  Your research paper will thank you.

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Lindsey's Picks

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Adding a seating area in a home office can be an effective way to create more space for real conversations and quiet meditation. It can even make mundane office work seem a little more enjoyable. Whether it's a chair in a cozy corner with a smart reading lamp or a lush sofa with room for friends, any office space can benefit from the perfect pillow and can make any piece look like a million bucks. Visit either of our store locations for a wide selection of pillows and office accessories.

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Jen's Picks

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Task lamps make a smart difference in any office space—like serious work is actually happening. They help your office look the part and can actually help you act the part! With adjustable arms and the ability to focus the light on the job at hand, you can sink deep into your task. Task lamps come in a wide range of shapes and sizes so they easily fit into any space. Come visit one of our stores to experience some of our favorites.

jen | alice lane home collection

[photos from La Dolce Vita, Poppytalk, and Pinterest]

 

Michelle's Picks

When you visit either of the Alice Lane showrooms, you will likely hear a designer or stylist use the phrase “it’s all in the details.”  It’s a motto we live by. michelle's picks | alice lane home collection

Often, the details of our designs are best showcased when we surprise clients and visitors with unexpected placement of larger furniture pieces.  BookCASE in point—this brushed nickel beauty (Julia Chichester Bookshelf | $3762.50) guarding a timeless gray mohair chesterfield (Parker Sofa | Wesley Hall| $3338.50).

The unexpected placement of the bookshelf behind the sofa draws the eye to accessories and details featured in the room grouping.  In this case, the BIG BOYS allows the details to shine. (OPTIONAL final line:  It’s all of the details at their finest).

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Lorri's Picks

Miles Redd said, “Life in the 21st century means taking the best of history and making it work for you today.”  Our answer (or at least one of our answers) to his statement is the London Sofa by Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams. lorri's picks | alice lane home collection

The London is a classic piece with English arms and turned legs. She has a nice deep seat and as you select your favorite fabric she transforms into a piece perfect for you.  Plush and comfy in velvet, contemporary and fresh in neutrals, or masculine and regal in leather, the London Sofa has a way of being both timeless and “now.”

lorri's picks | alice lane home collection

With her tight-back and rolled arms this lady is a beauty from any angle and, even better, for the month of July our floor models are up to 35% off! Come on in and have a seat or better yet take one home for yourself!

Floor models start at $2,042.

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Debi's Picks

William Morris said, "Do not have anything in your home that you do not find to be useful, or believe to be beautiful." In answer to that, I say, meet the new Hallings secretary. She scores a perfect 10 in both form and function! Her classic lines and combination finish of antique white and walnut are to die for, but her true beauty shines when you actually pull up a chair. debi's picks | alice lane home collection

With plenty of drawers, and a drop down desk, you can check your emails and surf the web, if you must. Better yet, pull out some beautiful stationery and write a note. It will make both you and the recipient happy. Who knows, you may even find paying bills more enjoyable! A girl can dream, right?

debi | alice lane home collection

Alex's Picks

A new season is here and in full swing! Usually when this happens, I want a complete overhaul of my entire life. New wardrobe, new house, (new diet), new life! But rather than getting totally crazy and spending ALL our money in one season, maybe we should get incorporate summer touches into our home! Let’s follow the three P's

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PILLLOWS What an easy way to brighten up your living or bedroom!

alex's picks | alice lane home collection

PLANTS We are so lucky to have our very own florist at Alice Lane who plants these amazing plants in our pots and vases—you can purchase them right off the floor for a quick “spruce up” to your space!

alex's picks | alice lane home collection

PICTURES New art is a fun way to add some summer color and flavor to your home! I love these bright prints and dynamic shapes - a quick and easy pop of summer!

alex's picks | alice lane home collection

Lastly, this peace sign. It’s a need, not a want.

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Hannah's Picks

Summer is the best time to dial up the pattern and color in your home. With ample sunlight and an inherent spice in the air, the summertime calls for excitement! Here at Alice Lane, we love a good pattern and a splash of color.

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hannah's picks | alice lane home collection

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In both of our stores we have extensive fabric libraries full of vibrant patterns and summer stripes to update any space. Our fabrics can be used on any of the upholstery pieces we carry in the store or just by the yard for pillows, drapes, and other projects you are working on. With fabrics and finishes at your fingertips, make a statement and bring excitement to your home this summer with fabric.

 - Hannah

[photos from English Traditions and Elle Decoration]

Griffin's Picks

There is nothing I love more in a space than a seamless flow between the interior and exterior of a home.  Something about the feeling of being outside while still in the comfort of your own home is livening. Now, we don't want to turn your living room into a jungle, but we do believe that a little greenery here and there makes a happy and beautiful home! griffin's picks | alice lane home collection

griffin's picks | alice lane home collection

Bring the outdoors inside this summer with our Wise Egg planters! These planters are cast from a biodegradable, eco-friendly stone composite with a removable fiberglass liner that keeps the container water tight.  The egg rests on a gold-finished iron stand that adds a touch of elegance and contrast to the piece. Available in three stand heights, they are great for displaying in small groups, but also strong enough to stand on their own.  Come into our Trolley Square location today to see how we can help you incorporate them into your own home, and create that seamless flow from the outside in that we love so much!

griffin | alice lane home collection