New! We’ve increased the size of our standard trade discount to 30% off the retail price – and it still includes free shipping! This is only available to our design trades professionals as a courtesy for specifying us again and again. You must present design trade credentials and have an account with us to activate your design trades discount. Thank you for a great decade and we’re looking forward to serving you for another 10 great years! Open or log in to your trade account today!

Get some of our most popular items at 50% off their normal price! The sale-of-the-day item changes daily at midnight and free shipping is generally available on these specially-priced items. Check it out today and while you’re there, sign up for our special sale-of-the-day mail list to see what’s new!

Spectra Decor Luxury Hardware is a Seattle studio founded by artist Leilani Norman. The company has been hand crafting sustainable products since 2001 and we absolutely love that the pieces are handmade and sustainable using environmentally friendly and regionally sourced materials.  Some of these materials include recycled glass and aluminum, cork eco-resin,fused glass, and lead free pewter and stainless steel.  Customization is available through Spectra decor as well as a sample program to review prior to purchasing. They are easy to get in touch with over the phone too.

Website: http://www.spectradecor.com/

Location: Seattle, WA

Perks for designers and tradespeople: The company does custom work so you can get a unique look for your project and stay in budget. Call them, and you’ll be able to discuss your needs and how to move forward quickly. Visit http://www.spectradecor.com/index.html for more details.

Say hello to ‘Prism Swirl’ by designer Carol Van Zandt

Designer Carol Van Zandt from San Francisco, CA, USA

What was the inspiration behind this print?

This design was made into a abstract pattern from just a few lines of a drawing of some leaves, and I expanded it and kept it moving thinking about leaves swirling and reflection.

How will this print make a home feel?

This print give a feeling of clean and luxurious fluidity and movement.

What are your favorite versions of ‘Prism Swirl’?

Custom Wallpaper in Mist, Ice Blue

Prism Swirl is great on wallpaper, in any size though I like it large best. Subtle or dramatic colors both work with this since it feels harmonious and exciting at the same time.

Throw Pillow in White, Poppy

Throw Pillow. Yes! An exciting accent. Pillows add that extra touch. Here Prism Swirl gets to really add a touch of drama and contrast.

18-inch Drum Lamp Shade in White, Gray

Love Prism Swirl on lamps–a little accent and a little action for those lampshades. Darker colors are nice when you want mood lighting, or lighter colors for a bright clean look.

Our favorite versions of ‘Prism Swirl’

Here’s a few of our favorite versions of this print:

24-inch Drum Pendant Light in Croissant, Chocolate

Chocolate and Croissant are classic colors that everyone loves.

Large Rectangular Pendant Light in Light Hampton Blue, Hampton Blue

We love this print in shades of blue. Place this large drum pendant over your dining table, and pair it with 3 pendants in the opposite colorway over your bar.

6-inch Drum Pendant Light in Hampton Blue, Light Hampton Blue

Same print, same colors – just reversed. The scale is smaller, and therefore suited to the smaller scale of the pendant lights in this over-the-bar size.

A big thank you to Carol Van Zandt for spending time with us today on our blog. You can check out more of our World Class Designers on our main website.

Martha’s Vineyard Furniture Company was created by three visionaries to offer quality domestic made furniture in a “green” sustainable way. Currently they offer three lines of furniture, two of which are 100% American crafted. All pieces are “made to order” and fine examples of the highest quality furniture available.

Website: http://www.mvfurnitureco.com/

Location: Oak Bluffs, MA

Perks for designers and tradespeople: Call with your Tax ID or Resale Certificate to obtain trade discount pricing and minimums. Visit http://www.mvfurnitureco.com/shop/shopcontent.asp?type=QA for more details.

Say hello to ‘Floating Leaves’ by designers Vartan Tekneyan &
Lilo Paleit

Designers Vartan Tekneyan & Lilo Paleit from Munich, Germany

What was the inspiration behind this print?

During a walk through our Munich park “Englischer Garten” we discoverd autumn leaves on the surface of the creek “Eisbach”, and it really looked lovely!

How will this print make a home feel?

The classic design is suitable for both modern and traditional decorating styles.For example just try large scale for wall paper, it really looks great!

What are your favorite versions of ‘Floating Leaves’?

Custom Wallpaper in Deep Plum, Pumpkin, Latte, Cantaloupe

This print looks good in a colonial style mansion, but also in an exclusive hotel lobby because of its organic design.

Throw Pillow in Cream, Pale Turquoise, Prairie, Light Hampton Blue

We like the calm, maritime look of the pillow!

24-inch Drum Pendant Light in Mushroom, Deep Plum, Milk Chocolate, Hampton Blue

Mid-century in the choice of color and scale, calming and serene

Our favorite versions of ‘Floating Leaves’

We like this print because it is a wonderful example of nature-inspired meets ‘flowiness’ – the way the leaves flow one into another is just gorgeous. Here’s a few of our favorite versions of this print:

24-inch Drum Pendant Light in Charcoal Gray, Silver, Gray, White

The peaceful palette of grays marries well with the large scale cascading leaves for a soft and modern look

Custom Wallpaper in Chocolate, Cream, Pale Turquoise, Croissant

Cover an accent wall with a dramatic statement print for a look that is only yours.

Stretched Canvas Wall Art Panel in Spring Grass, Light Spring Grass, Pale Turquoise, White

Fresh wall art, ideal for a turning over a new leaf.

A big thank you to Vartan Tekneyan & Lilo Paleit for spending time with us today on our blog. You can check out more of our World Class Designers on our main website.

Finally find the style of lighting and accessories you’ve been searching for by designing your own look! At Alluminare, we’ve been making design-your-own fun, fast, and easy since 2001 – and we guarantee your design will look the same online as it does in person. Lead time is generally 2-4 weeks from date of order; order now to receive in time for special events or projects. You can customize your own options and still save on sale items.

3 Light Small Drum Pendant shown in our design of the week, 'Prism Swirl'

Save $114!

3 Light Small Drum Pendant

Requiring only one junction box to light three matching shades, our 3-light pendants are perfect over long, narrow bars, kitchen islands or large dining tables. Available with shade lengths between 10 and 14 inches, each shade is 6 inches in diameter and features a single bulb socket (60 watts max).

Regular Price: $455

Sale Price: $341

Price valid through Sunday only

18-inch Drum Pendant Light shown in our design of the week, 'Prism Swirl'

Save $62!

18-inch Drum Pendant Light

Our most popular size of pendant light. It is the perfect size for a 4 - 6 person kitchen table, a medium-sized bedroom, a foyer, or a cozy den. It is available with a shade length between 10 and 14 inches and features a single bulb socket (150 watts maximum).

Regular Price: $310

Sale Price: $248

Price valid through Sunday only

3 Light Medium Drum Pendant shown in our design of the week, 'Prism Swirl'

Save $69!

3 Light Medium Drum Pendant

Requiring only one junction box to light three matching shades, our 3-light pendants are perfect over long, narrow bars, kitchen islands or large dining tables. Available with shade lengths between 10 and 14 inches, each shade is 8 inches in diameter and features a single bulb socket (75 watts max).

Regular Price: $458

Sale Price: $389

Price valid through Sunday only

2 Light Large Drum Pendant shown in our design of the week, 'Prism Swirl'

Save $75!

2 Light Large Drum Pendant

Requiring only one junction box to light two matching shades, our new 2-light pendants are perfect over long, narrow bars, kitchen islands or large dining tables. Available with shade lengths between 10 and 14 inches, each shade is 14 inches in diameter and features a single bulb socket (100 watts max).

Regular Price: $500

Sale Price: $425

Price valid through Sunday only

Stretched Canvas Wall Art Panels shown in our design of the week, 'Prism Swirl'

Save $102!

Stretched Canvas Wall Art Panels

Create a unique dramatic statement on your wall, choosing from scores of designer patterns and millions of color combinations. DIY kit consists of custom printed fabric, stretcher bars, and hangers to assemble four 22-inch by 22-inch panels.

Regular Price: $350

Sale Price: $248

Price valid through Sunday only

Say hello to ‘Windflower’ by designer Billy Hobbs

Designer Billy Hobbs from San Antonio, Texas USA

What was the inspiration behind this print?

I’ve been wanting to do a floral print for a while now. I’ve been seeing some fantastic hexagonal patterns in tile designs and wanted to incorporate that hexagonal pattern into a floral print. Windflower was the end result.

How will this print make a home feel?

Windflower is a very diverse print with different color choices but especially with different value choices. High contrast color choices are going to feel more energetic and low contrast cooler colors are going to be more soothing and relaxing. With all of the colors available at Alluminare, this pattern is almost universal and could work in just about any room.

What are your favorite versions of ‘Windflower’?

Large Rectangular Pendant Light in Black, White, Gray

Black, white and gray is a nice sophisticated color choice on this fixture. Its neutrality makes it very diverse.

Throw Pillow in Brick Red, Cream, Buttercup

Here is the pillow in a warmer high contrast color scheme. The contrast and warmth of the colors make it really stand out and very energetic.

20-inch Drum Lamp Shade in White, Cream, Pale Buttercup

This lamp shade is more soothing and relaxed in a monochromatic color scheme of white, cream, and pale buttercup.

Our favorite versions of ‘Windflower’

We love the clean lines of Windflower, and how well it works on walls especially. Here’s a few of our favorite versions of this print:

Custom Wallpaper in Charcoal Gray, White, Gray

Shades of gray have been hot with our customers lately, and I think this print rendered in grays is sophisticated and modern, yet still soft and approachable.

Custom Wallpaper in Grape Berry, White, Bright Lime

On the flip side, these colors on the wallpaper are ideal for a girl’s room – young, fresh, and vibrant.

Stretched Canvas Wall Art Panels in Pale Turquoise, Hampton Blue, Cream

Wall art is a great way to pair prints, and I just love Windflower paired with another of Billy’s prints, ‘Cerchio’ in the same serene colors.

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