http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/ Kathy Kuo Designs is a trusted boutique offering Furniture, Home Accessories, Interior Design Services, Kathy Kuo, Home Decor, Southwestern Decor, Nautical Decor, French Country Decor, Asian Inspired Decor, Global Decor, Contemporary and Modern Design Styles http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=307 Modern, whimsical, this shell lamp is hand made in the Philippines with a fiberglass base and black lip shell meticulously hand cut into varying size circles and applied to the cylindrical shaped lamp. Lamp requires two standard US incandescent light bulb, switch on the back. The soft glow on this lamp adds the perfect mood lighting to any nautical or contemporary interior.
 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=308 Modern and whimsical, this shell lamp is hand made in the Philippines with a fiberglass base and black cockle shells meticulously hand cut into varying size rounds and applied to the bowl shaped lamp. Lamp requires one standard US incandescent light bulb, switch on the back. The soft glow on this lamp adds the perfect mood lighting to any nautical or contemporary interior. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=309 Modern and whimsical, this large floor sized cockle shell lamp is hand made in the Philippines with a fiberglass base and black cockle shells meticulously hand cut into varying size rounds and applied to the bottle shaped lamp. Lamp requires two standard US incandescent light bulb, switch on the back. The soft glow on this lamp adds the perfect mood lighting to any nautical or contemporary interior. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=310 Hand made in the Philippines, this seaweed sculpture floor lamp is made from 100% cut coconut shells into strips and carefully stranded onto a wire armature. Each "arm" can be flexed, and moved to create a larger opening on the top allowing more light to be exposed. A ventral fiberglass cylinder houses a fixture for one US incandescent light. Plug on back. The perfect atmospheric mood light for any nautical or contemporary home. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=311 Hand made in the Philippines, this sculptural chandelier is made from 100% cut coconut shells into beads, and carefully stranded onto a wire armature. Each "arm" can be flexed, and moved to create a larger reach. A total of five arms are hold up candlelight bulbs, and are UL fixed for the US market. A wonderful modern, nautical addition to any living space. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=312 Pair of hand forged rustic candle hurricanes are constructed with hand blown seeded glass finished in an amber luster finish. Base of hurricanes are designed with a rustic Mediterranean appeal, finished in espresso. Candle hurricanes fit up to a 3" diameter candle pillar. Candles not included. A wonderful scale and finish for the cabin, rustic or Italianate home. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=301 Extremely large scaled mercury glass candle hurricanes are hand finished in a luminous antique deep bronze finish. Each pair of candle stands have a fluted traditionally shaped glass hurricane that features an antiqued, speckled mercury glass finish. When lit, these hurricanes give up a soft, warming glow that combines an old world rustic feel. Large enough to use on the floor, or as a statement table top hurricane. Please use with 3" diameter candle pillars. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=302 Traditionally shaped, yet modernized with a contemporary twist, these clear glass candle holders are hand made by sand casting. Each candle holder is completely hollow from the candle cup down to the square glass base. Finished with a slight cafe colored luster finish, these candle holders bring s soft, contemporary feel to any living space. Candle holders shown are 3" diameter pillar candles. Candles not included. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=303 Unique Palladian style open lanterns are hand made from solid alder wood, and hand painted in black and gold trim. Designed to be reminiscent of Moroccan boudoirs, the open design featuring the small squares and large center oval are geometrically aligned and carefully proportioned for best visual balance. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=304 Large Amethyst chunk mosaic glass adorns this antique gold leaf mosaic tiled hurricane. Iron "ladle" holding the candle cup creates a nice accent as well as functional element. 2.5" diameter sphere candle used in photo. Candle not included. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=305 Pair of extremely large scaled deep bronze hurricanes are perfectly paired with an amber luster fluted glass hurricane. Traditionally shaped, yet transitional with the warm luster glass finish. Hurricanes are felt lined on the bottom, and hold up to a 3" diameter candle pillar. Candle not included. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=306 Modern, whimsical, this shell lamp is hand made in the Philippines with a fiberglass base and black lip shell meticulously hand cut into strips and applied to the bottle shaped lamp. Lamp requires one standard US incandescent light bulb, switch on the back. The soft glow on this lamp adds the perfect mood lighting to any nautical or contemporary interior. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=296 Set of three very large rustic wall baskets are constructed from willow on the main sections of the basket and hand woven abaca rope on the handles and trim of the wall basket. Fill with beautiful tied reeds of wheat and lavender, any dried bunch flowers, or simply unadorned. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=297 Set of three large over sized wall baskets are made from willow and rattan and covered in natural bark for an organic country rustic feel. Fill with your favorite bunch flowers, wheat and lavender, or simply unadorned! Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=298 Set of two large storage baskets are made from natural strips of birch bark laminated onto a wooden surface and wrapped in a tapering effect so that the bark edges are exposed adding a textural drama. Lids are trimmed in wood and have a knob finial.
Set of two sold together. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=299 Set of two British Colonial style trunks are made from wood, and linen, and clad in faux leather straps. Sized perfectly to go under the bed or even on a bookshelf, these traveler are the perfect addition to your library or family room. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=300 Extremely large hand made wooden decorative birdcage is hand crafted from Alderwood and hand painted in a ox blood red colored finish. Five tiered, and featuring exquisite detailing, this birdcage has one fully functional door, and can looks great as a pair on a sofa console! Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=293 Set of three decorative tables are designed to be used together as a coffee table, but can be separated and used as individual side tables for cocktails when the guests come over. Designed with an antique french cabriolet turned leg in mind, the structural legs are made from hand forged iron, and finished with a round ball feet. Tops of the tables feature beveled glass highlighting the sculptural beauty of the apron. 






Antique reproduction. Imported.
Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=294 Exquisite hand work such as this one is so rare to come by. Completely hand applied by skilled artisans, the antique brass nail heads are double rowed on the face of the drawers, with a decorative floral motif. A rare statement conversation piece that is traditional, yet transitional enough for any contemporary setting. Made from solid acacia wood. Imported. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=295 Constructed from solid cubes of Acacia wood inset at varying heights, this chunky wood block mirror is rustic in finish, yet modern in styling. The over scaled mirror is perfectly proportioned at 60" x 40" which lends itself to being the ideal above the sofa mirror or a great hall mirror when used vertically. Each block of wood is carefully milled out individually and perceived of as a whole on the horizontal as well as the vertical plane creating a harmonious, cubic wall art. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=291 Modern, whimsical, this shell lamp is hand made in the Philippines with a fiberglass base and black lip shell meticulously hand cute into strips and applied to the gourd shaped lamp. Lamp requires one standard US incandescent light bulb, switch on the back. The soft glow on this lamp adds the perfect mood lighting to any nautical or contemporary interior. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=287 Hand carved rustic traditional fireplace mantel constructed from solid acacia wood boasts a luxurious chocolate brown wood finish with hand carved acanthus leaves on the mantel shelf. Columns are designed with Doric style pediments, a barleytwist motif, and more acanthus leaves wrapping the center section. The columns are backed with a solid square base making this fireplace mantel shelf elegant, yet muscular in styling. Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=288 Wonderfully crafted wooden bar stool featuring a rare chenille woven seat in paprika, saffron, olive and navy colored kilim fabric patterning. Seat back and front fabric are carefully selected and applied so patterning is perfectly matched on every stool. Usually kilim fabric is woven from wool causing an uncomfortable seat, but this bar stool is specifically woven with soft chenille for the daily use customer in mind. Designed with a rustic southwestern, cabin feel, the antique chestnut wood tones compliment the antique nickel nail headed trim along the seat front and sides. Designed in the US, hand crafted in India. Seat height at 30" off the ground. Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/products-detail.asp?id=289 This luxurious kilim day bench styled after the American Empire tradition combines a silver gray and ox blood colored kilim with a classical silhouette. Extremely large in scale at 81" long, this bench is the perfect statement piece for your rustic traditional home. Carved from solid acacia wood and finished in a deep chestnut brown, this piece works well in any colored great room, formal living room. Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.kathykuodesigns.com/kkd/blog-item.asp?id=18 If you are in NYC and love fashion + music + furniture- this looks like a good one...

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