Best seat in the house

I love Herman Miller. In addition to being an iconic American insitution, they are just pretty damn swanky. While everyone else dreams of sipping cognac in an Eames lounge, I prefer to sip champagne in one of these babies. The Eames Aluminum group sets my heart aflutter. At first glance, it may not look very comfortable. However, once you sit in its minimal form you will understand. It looks like a skeleton next to its lounge-y cousin, but it sits so much nicer. If you get the chance, try it out. You won't be sorry.

Herman Miller retrofits a classic - the Eames Lounge

At work we recently received Herman Miller's new version of the Eames lounge and ottoman. Decades ago, the folks at Herman Miller (HM) decided to change the cushions and pads on the Eames lounge and ottoman. The result was a stiffer, almost over-stuffed cushion thatalways looked as it is was about to pop. Recenlty, HM decided to take the chair back to its roots. They replaced the "new" cushion with one that is much closer to the original. Having had a chance to try both, I have to say they made the right decision. In addition to feeling more like you are sitting in the chair than on it, the new pads allow for the leather to "starburst" more around the buttons. Needless to say I live for the version in ash wood and white leather. I swoon at the thought. Enjoy!

My sweet little Jack Russell Terrier, Lexi

When I got Lexi almost 12 years ago, I realized how important she would become in my life. I had grown up with dogs and had plenty of great friendships with dogs, but when I got Lexi I finally experienced the whole "man's best friend" thing. Anyway, here she is in repose like the princess she is!

After work drink

My sweet friend Joann and I went out for a big drink! The margaritas were delicious and the company even better.

New eating area

After two months in the new house, we are finally feeling at home. We set up the Saarinen table in the breakfast area because the view is amazing. The table and chairs are Knoll and the pandant is Tre Ci Luce.

Karim Rashid for Ritzenhoff

While these milk glasses were retired by Ritzenhoff years ago, I still think they are pretty darn cool.  Just one of the nice things about unpacking - the things you hadn't seen in years.  I think I'll get some milk.

Inspiration

Spring is in the air.....