3-way textile love at Donghia

We're falling in love with beautiful collections from LULU DK, Armani/Casa and Sacho, new to the Donghia Showroom at the PDC, and you can too. This Thursday the showroom will open its doors for a preview, reception and an opportunity to meet Lulu herself.

We asked Marketing Director Lindsey Morris what her faves were right now in the showroom.

She said she can't get enough of Finland in red by Armani/Casa, a mesmerizing plaid, Donghia’s Wild Night, a perfect combination of plaid and sparkle, and Grizzly, a faux fur by Sacho.

“The collections are reflective of the individual brand heritage allowing us at Donghia to showcase not only the best product but also how they seamlessly work together in a lifestyle setting,” said Lindsey.

Here's a taste of each collection:

LULU DK’s Eden Collection is steeped in the intricacies of nature and the beautiful nuances of what it has to offer. The line features twelve designs: six hand-drawn prints, three woven outdoors, and three solid linens.



Ocean by LULU DK



Faver by Armani/Casa

The theme of Armani/Casa’s collection by Rubelli is an imaginary voyage between east and west, from the occidental approach, to the features of the oriental culture. The inspiration to this collection arises from the influences that the east has given to the west for decades.



Fredonia by Armani/Casa



Leo by Sacho

Sacho’s collection Urban Safari is natural and artful as well. The collection features a sophisticated selection of imitation furs, velvets and other intricate weaves inspired by the uniqueness of nature including stunning imitations of fox, leopard, lynx, Persian lamb and ostrich, with warm and sensual textures and materials.



Grizzly by Sacho

Want to see more? Fall in Love with Textiles will take place at the PDC's Donghia showroom, Suite G196, on Thursday, October 4 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

For more information on the Donghia Showroom and the collections, visit the website. If you're not in LA, stop by the DDB Suite 700 and DCH Suite 1000.

What did you do this summer, Lulu?

This morning we introduced you to Lulu DK's new Eden collection, available at Donghia. Now we're thrilled to have her kick off a little series we pulled together to commemorate summer drawing to a close. We asked some of our favorite designers to share a peek, or memory, of their summer vacation. Herewith is what Lulu de Kwiatkowski had to say from her studio in California:



"Tides and Rainbow from our Eden collection are inspired by nature, fun and summer...like the spots of pastel colors that make summer alive. I love to mix the organic colors of nature with the pop colors of life. I love this picture (above) from my month in Porto Ercole, Italy, which exactly captures the color and playfulness of our new Eden collection while still holding the sophistication that everything in life should have a touch of. If you have ever been to Italy, you know how good the gelato is in its many color displays...balls of sorbet seemed to grace our many dinners and afternoon lunches...this was also the inspiration for these colors and fabric fan displays.


Tides


Rainbow

I always look forward to the "new year" that starts in September (particularly since I don't have to go to school anymore)! It is a time I get to put all my summer doodles and designs in action, whether making them into the next printed fabric line or prints for Matouk bedding, towels or tabletop...or revisiting paintings that I have created during the holidays. I am particularly looking forward to working on a documentary that I am painting for 10x10. It is a big project which will bring me back into making collages again (which I haven't really done since the creation of my book LULU). In any case stay tuned for more details on that!"

Thanks, Lulu! Be sure to check back soon for more late-summer envy as designers and creative types share the highlights from their summers. Don't forget to see all of the Eden collection at Donghia showrooms at the DCH (Suite 1000), DCOTA (Suite C250), PDC (Suite G196), and DDB (Suite 700). And be sure to check out her line for Schumacher at the DDB (Suite 832), PDC (Suite B489), DCH (Suite 4017) and DCOTA (Suite A-108).

We love Lulu, now at Donghia

Lulu de Kwiatkowski launched her Lulu DK line fourteen years ago, but her creativity continues to flourish. The California-based mother of three boys leaves us agog of her energy level, not to mention her figure, with new collections arriving almost simultaneously earlier this summer at both Donghia and F. Schumacher. Of the two concurrent windows in the lobby of the DDB, she said: "I waited years to get a window at the D&D, and now I have two at once!"

Today we're sharing her new Eden collection, which consists of eleven designs. Six are original hand-drawings the New York-raised, California-based artist made especially for fabric, three are outdoor wovens and two are solid linens. They're all now available through Donghia at the DCH (Suite 1000), DCOTA (Suite C250), PDC (Suite G196), and DDB (Suite 700).

Rainbow speaks to the wide color range of the line:


Ivy is a terrific small-scale design:


A fresher take on neutrals? Try one of the metallics:


Harlow is one of three outdoor fabrics. Lulu claimed they felt like cashmere, and she's right - you have to feel for yourself:


Breeze and Paris are two of the linens which stand apart for their lovely colorations which reflect their painterly beginnings:



And, for a bolder choice, try one of the designs in a moodier colors. We're loving the

Child's Play with Lulu DK at Schumacher

In case you missed the panel discussion at Schumacher last week during DDB Spring Market, we wanted to share this excellent report by Nicole Abbott of Chic & Cheap Nursery. Nicole was one of the bloggers on site throughout the day, catching up on all the building has to offer, including a number of parties!


Carolyn Sollis, a contributor to Editor At Large, moderated the panel discussion on "Designing for a Sophisticated Child" with designer (and mother of three boys) Lulu de Kwiatkowski and Susan North, Schumacher's SVP of Design and Creative Director. Click here to see Nicole's full report on the discussion.

Introducing Our Newest Dinner Guest

When Lulu DK burst onto the scene over ten years ago, founder Lulu deKwiatkowski was heralded for bringing a spirit of youthfulness and vivacity to the traditional world of textiles. We're giving this same mission the credit for their most recent venture in the world in interior Design.

Lulu DK's premier line of china is so fresh and tantalizing, it's hard to decide whether you want to eat off of it, or hang it as art. Each plate, bowl, mug, and charger spotlights bold patterns and vibrant hues through the delicacy of Lulu’s hand-drawn designs. With this communion of elegance and style along with a fun, playful personality, they are the perfect choice for either everyday use or special occasions and entertaining.

All watercolored by Lulu’s hand, the striking patterns embody a whimsy that is the heart of her company’s signature style.  Reminiscent of the collages in deKwiatkowski’s autobiographical art book LULU and brimming from edge to edge with flora and fauna, the designs owe their inspiration largely to Lulu’s love of nature.

Visit the Donghia showroom at the DDB and PDC, Jeffrey Michaels at the DCOTA, Interior Design Collection at the DCH, or view the collection online.

Product Spotlight: LULU DK’s Bold Hues & Unique Inspiration Take Center Stage

Lulu deKwiatkowski’s newest design, Colors, is a geometric print that she has been crafting for several years.

Lulu garnered the idea for the design from collages of ripped pieces of paper. The torn pieces span a broad spectrum of hues, and brings eye-catching life and brightness to any room or space.

The myriad of shades brought together on one fabric makes it a stunning stand-alone focal point and also the perfect complement to any number of Lulu DK’s solid linens.

Visit the Donghia showroom or view the collection at luludk.com.