STUA furniture at the Guggenheim.

One of our 2010 catalogs gave you a sneak peek at some beautiful photographs taken at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, and we wanted to share more of them with you. The subjects of the photos are chairs and stools designed by Jesús Gasca, the founder of STUA (Solo Tengo Un Amor: I have only one love), which is a furniture company based in Spain. Gasca is a very important part of the DWR family and we are the only place where you can find his work in the U.S.

Shown above is the STUA team in front of the Museum, from left to right: Raul Bartolome (video camera), Javier Guerrero (video director), Jon Gasca (STUA) and Josu Martin (photographer). They had just one day to take the photos and make the video. Adding to the challenge, the center rotunda had been covered to prevent any natural light from entering the space during Haunted: Contemporary Photography/Video/Performance, a special exhibition at the museum.

 

Modern gems at Winter Antiques Show in NYC.

Through Sunday at the Park Avenue Armory, this year’s show includes a few modern finds, like a Triennale Floor Lamp by Gino Sarfatti and sculptures by Harry Bertoia. There’s also a wonderful three-door side cabinet (below) by George Nakashima.

The multifaceted Donald Deskey.

The industrial designer who created the Art Deco interiors for Radio City Music Hall and packaging for Crest Toothpaste, was also a furniture designer. Deskey designed this chair (circa 1940), which you can see at the Winter Antiques Show in NYC. (Is it me, or does something about this remind you of a Chanel suit?)

Ezra Stoller Exhibit in NYC.

The stunning work of photographer Ezra Stoller is on display at Yossi Milo Gallery through February 12, 2011. Shown: Chamberlain Cottage by Marcel Breuer and Walter Gropius, Wayland, MA | Gelatin Silver Print (1942)

Toronto IDS: Interior Design Show.

If you’ll be at IDS this week, be sure to stop by the DWR Lounge for modern hospitality and refreshing treats. The lounge is furnished with many notable DWR solutions, including one of our new outdoor collections launching later next month. You’re also invited to our Open House at 7pm on Saturday at the DWR Toronto Studio.

Enduring comfort (fleeting sale).

It’s been more than six years since we challenged Jeffrey Bernett to create a recliner that didn’t look like a recliner, and the Flight Chair continues to be a favorite with DWR customers. With none of the bulkiness of a traditional recliner, the Flight looks like a streamlined club chair and is available in fabric or leather upholstery. It’s also included in our Upholstery and Rug Sale, through Tuesday, February 1.

The 111 Navy Chair Project.

We sent the 111 Navy Chair to 111 leading architects, designers and other industry professionals and asked them what they think of the chair. Check out their responses to the chair, and their answers to questions like "What's on your iPod right now?".

 

Art for your floor - "the fifth wall"

With the belief that aesthetics should be a consideration in every aspect of daily life, Anni Albers joined the Bauhaus Weaving Workshop as a student in 1922. Though her initial passion lay in painting, women were restricted at that time to textiles, which she took to enthusiastically. Experimenting with new materials for weaving, she elevated textile design to a true art form. See all rugs by Anni Albers.

Light celebration.

After launching his Etch Pendant last year, designer Tom Dixon deserved to celebrate with champagne. So it is befitting that his newest creation, the Comet Lamp, was designed for Veuve Clicquot. The Comet will make its debut during Art Stage Singapore. We raise our glass to you Tom!

Cat-shaped sofa seeks mouse-shaped coffee table.

Wow. I just never know what I'll find in my inbox each morning. What do you think, should we bring it into our assortment?

Have an eye for modern design?

This modern "eye chart" is the work of designer Joel Pirela. It's just one of the cool posters available for purchase on his website. Can you name all the chairs? How about naming them from 10 feet away?

DWR Annex Winter Clearance Sales.

THIS WEEKEND: Save up to 60% at the DWR Annex Winter Clearance for three days only: January 15–17. You’ll find discontinued and scratch-and-dent product, from furniture to lighting to accessories and beyond.

WHEN: Saturday, January 15 through Monday, January 17 | 10am–6pm daily

WHERE: DWR Secaucus Annex | DWR Palm Springs Annex
There will be a Free Shuttle from NYC to NJ: Leaving our Studio at 408 W. 14th St. at 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm. (It will leave NJ for the return trip at 11am, 1pm, 3pm and 6pm.)

Test your design IQ.

This special Word Search was created for us by the very talented Olivia Edelman. Still in grade school, Miss Edelman has a thirst for words, and memorizes a new poem every other week. Have fun figuring out her puzzle!

Ezra Stoller Exhibit in NYC.

If you're anywhere near NYC, be sure to check out the stunning work of photographer Ezra Stoller. On display at Yossi Milo Gallery January 6 through February 12, 2011. Shown above: General Motors Technical Center, Eero Saarinen, Warren, MI | Gelatin Silver Print (1950)