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Greetings!
Ah, Summer time! I have been spending some time this summer at the beach. The ocean views, the salty air, the calming atmosphere - they all lend themselves to a relaxed decorating style.
I have been visiting with some of The Red Vault dealers and saw some pieces that would be perfect in a beach home.
Area
5600 Kirby Dr. Suite N-5
Houston, TX.
(713) 668-1668
I stopped by Area and visited with Daniel Cuellar. He was happy to show me around and said that business has been great this summer, and Area is expecting a huge new shipment this weekend - go by and visit them.
Natural wood chest
Garden Seat - in calming turquoise
Barnacle Vase
Driftwood bird
Paper-Mâché Stool - this can even go outdoors!
Joy Jenkins
940-230-0529 Joy Jenkins creates large-scale fantasy chandeliers and mirrors that are breath taking. She personally collects the shells herself, and then applies each one in a long, yet meticulous fashion. The results are truly fantastic.  Mirror  Wall Hanging/Vase  Chandelier
Creative Flooring
2410 Bissonnet St
Houston, TX 77005 View Map
713-522-1181 I stopped by and visited with Susan Haralson at Creative Flooring. She recommends these colorful rugs for the beach. They are flat weave wool rugs and come in an array of natural colors. They can be custom made to any size you desire. Alternatively, seagrass is always a very popular choice in either wall-to-wall or custom cut rugs. She says they have installed countless seagrass rugs in homes at the beach.  Flat Weave Wool Rug Samples  Seagrass
Shabby Slips Houston
2304 Bissonet
Houston, TX 77005 View Map
Phone: 713-630-0066
Fax: 713-521-3898
Hours: Monday - Saturday 10a - 5p Beach home furniture should be beautiful yet comfortable and easy to care for. Shabby Slips has just the pieces you are looking for with an easy elegance for all to appreciate and enjoy.  Slip covered sofa  Mirror with silver tips  Glass base lamp  This would be a great place to display your collected shells
Marsh Garden Decor/MAI, Houston
8719 Katy Freeway
Houston, TX 77024
713.827.8087p
713.827.8086f Marsh Garden Décor has a wide assortment of garden décor and furnishings from around the world. I love the natural elements of each of these pieces:  Buffet Deux Corps  Faux Bois Planter  French Table  French shop chest of drawers
Heather Bowen Antiques
1911 West Alabama
Houston, TX 77098 View Map
713-527-0094 Heather Bowen Antiques has some unique pieces that would be lovely in a beach home. The shop specializes in 18th and 19th century Continental furniture and decorative arts and has a wide variety of French tole ware.  Natural Wood Bookcase  Louis XV style painted side table 
Tole Lantern  Baroque Walnut Benches: These would be perfect at the end of a bed Other News: The Houston Design Center Welcomes Thorntree New Stone Design Studio Luxury Design Facility New Home for Slate & Marble Dealer The Houston Design Center (7026 Old Katy Road) is pleased to announce that Thorntree Stone Design Studio has recently signed a long-term lease on a new 3500 square foot showroom. "The welcome addition of Thorntree provides yet another quality source for our growing clientele of this region's top design professionals and home builders," said James Hardy of the Houston Design Center. In 1980, Thorntree opened its doors for business in Houston, Texas. Fascinated by unique, natural stone formed in nature millions of years ago, this family owned and operated business began procurement of the finest slate and stone from the great quarries of the world. As they enter into their third decade of business, Thorntree continues to offer an exceptional selection of slate and unique natural stone, both to the Houston area and nationwide. 
Oxford Contractors Tip of the week: Painting For the best color results and to use less paint always use a primer. Primer comes in the basis white and now comes in many other colors to get the best color out of your selection. In choosing your color, paint a section of your wall with color of choice. Use the primer and then apply one coat of paint let dry and add another coat. View this color in natural light and home lighting at night. This is the best way to test and ensure your color choice. We are seeing more blue and lavender this year following the trends but remember to select colors that match your taste and design. No matter how the good the person or contractor is at painting, always use proper protection methods which are the following: Always fix problem areas before painting never paint over them. Oxford is a full service general contractor but has in-house painters to handle any size job and uphold the professional standards set at Oxford. Contact us for any questions and assistance. robert@oxfordcontractors.com or kollin@oxfordcontractors.com Robert Loffredo
President of Oxford Contractors
Oxford Contractors, LLC
202-374-0827
stan@oxfordcontractors.com
www.oxfordcontractors.com
New to The Red Vault: Jackie Sharbrough has joined the Red Vault. Jackie is the owner of The Urban Market Houston Antique Show and Jacquelyn Sharbrough Antiques & Design. Jackie is from Vicksburg, Mississippi and grew up surrounded by the history and appreciation for the old Antebellum homes there and a love for antiques. Jackie: I have been collecting antiques and unique finds for years. I was so excited to buy The Urban Market Houston Antique Show several years ago and watch it grow and do so well. I have met so many wonderful dealers and learned so much, and I am excited to write about design trends and upcoming events for The Red Vault. Please feel free to comment or make any suggestions at Jackie@TheRedVault.com Have a great weekend! Jackie Sharbrough 
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