Wednesday, December 12, 2007

And While We’re on the Topic of the South

Design Sponge featured the Dallas Design Guide yesterday pulled together by Paige Phelps of the Dallas Morning News. Here are a few of my personal favorites from her really comprehensive list.
  • Forty Five Ten -- Despite the fact that most of their offerings are out of my price range, this is hands down my favorite store in town...it's the best place to stroll-through anytime the need for inspiration strikes.

  • Mercury Design Studio at LFT -- This is the location of the aforementioned books that I'm seriously coveting and a close runner up to Forty Five Ten for my favorite Dallas shop.

  • Century Modern -- We've found several amazing (and affordable) mid-century pieces at this store, like our look-alike Cherner chair for $75!

  • Grange Hall -- This place is seriously beautiful and odd...which really is the best combination. Fun fact: The co-owner Jeffrey Lee is on this season's Project Runway (known on the show as Marion Lee.)

  • Baby Bliss -- The place in town for great modern pieces (and gifts) for kiddos. (We found Millie's Nursery Works pinwheel crib bedding here.)

  • Bishop Street Market -- This shop is owned by our realtor (and friend) and his partner -- they not only have amazing taste but are incredibly nice, which is always a bonus...