I am heading out of town for a couple of weeks to retreat with a water fast. Finding encouragement in this quote:
“The one who has conquered himself is a far greater hero than he who has defeated a thousand times a thousand men.”
― Gautama Buddha, The Dhammapada: The Sayings of the Buddha
Looking forward to the other side of this journey - I know from past experience that the renewal will be worth it.
Anish Kapoor
Carlo Scarpa
“The hope of good design lies in those designers who believe in what they do and will only do what they believe…Contrary to hearsay, it is possible to make a living that way.”
--Alexander Girard
A tribute to one of the greats and his contributions to interiors, textiles, typography, furniture, and product design.
Herman Miller for Braniff Airlines, Girard upholstery
Miller Office photographed by David Lauer
Charles and Ray Eames Sofa, Girard upholstery
George Nelson Chairs, Girard upholstery
Environmental Enrichment Panel
Aymeline Valade by Mario Sorrenti
Lynx Wallpaper by Angie Hranowsky Studio
The 1970s is quite possibly my favorite decade - it was just so cool and sexy. I love the furniture, the fashion, the music, the dancing... all of it.
Keith Richards and Anita Pallenberg