Moving right along... Art Nouveau. Considered avant garde for it's time, this style is an exaggerated expression of lines in nature. Nothing slow, straight, or simple here! Art Nouveau is intricately detailed with curling tendrils, stylized flowers, dragonflies, butterflies, peacocks, and women with flowing hair. The …
Style In Focus: Arts & Crafts
Next up, Arts and Crafts. One of my absolute favorites, this style developed in response to the Industrial Revolution of the 19th century. At a time where machines were quickly replacing talented artisans with inferior products, the Craftsman Movement was about celebrating traditional skills and creativity as well as …
Style In Focus: Shabby Chic
Another popular style is Shabby Chic. The keyword here is WHITE. Characteristics of Shabby Chic include slipcovered furniture, vintage items such as linens, accessories, and furnishings, distressed pieces, as well as floral and toile fabrics. Although this style is often thought of as more casual, I would have a hard …
Style In Focus: Traditional
My style? Mid-century/Bohemian. What does that say about me? I like to walk a fine, yet complicated line between classic-linear-graceful-modesty and artsy-funk-organic-fantastic. But that is just me. Probably one of the best things about my job is the opportunity to explore, celebrate, and play with the variety of …
What is the meaning behind Lavender & Lotus?
First and foremost, I wanted my business name to reflect nature. After all, it is my strong appreciation for the environment and sense of responsibility that prompted my focus on Green Design practices. Also, considering a few of my favorite things in this world are flowers, color, and art, this name worked …
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