Maitland-Smith

Remembering

Monday is Memorial Day, a day of remembrance.  The last Monday in May, it's a Federal holiday, a day off work as offices are closed, a day with sales at the mall, and a day to gather with family and friends for an outdoor barbecue to celebrate the start of summer.  But Memorial Day is much more than that - it is first and foremost a day to remember all the American servicemen and women who have lost their lives while serving our country.

Not all of us have lost a family member in service, but we all know someone who has -- someone who finds the day very meaningful -- who remembers not just on Memorial Day, but everyday. 

We will enjoy the day.  There will be parades and picnics. We may sleep late, clean out the garage, plant flowers and do any number of other household chores, but let's all take a moment to remember what the day is all about.   Let's remember and be thankful for those who gave their all.

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Designer Showhouse of New Jersey

The preview party held April 28 for the opening of the Designer Showhouse of New Jersey was full of excitement, interesting people, and of course, fabulous designs in the stately home at 27 Denison Drive in Saddle River. 

Photo:  Bob Skinner Photography

 The great room is a family oasis as envisioned by Angela Kumble, of AMG Interior Designs of New York, Palm Beach and Newport, RI. 

Pairing Maitland-Smith case pieces with Pearson upholstery, the room is simply stunning. 

The transitional cocktail table has Antique Aubergine and Parisian Walnut finishes with an inset beveled glass top. 

 Adding a nice pop of color are the beautiful pink orchids.

A good book, candlelight and flowers - what could be better?

 I supposed adding a glass of fine wine would be the finishing touch. 

 Maitland-Smith barstools have been pulled up to the bar and fabulous Pearson upholstered pillows add some pizzazz.

Seen below is one of a pair of iron geometric tables that flank the sofa. A leather occasional chair pulled up next to the table creates an intimate seating area. 

The table top is black waxstone and inlaid penshell, and the base is created from circles of iron.

Hand carving sets the chair apart as well as the button-tufting of the leather, and brass finished nail trim.  Additionally, casters enable the chair to easily move from place to place.  

This is a small sampling of all that awaits you at the Designer Showhouse of New Jersey.  The  Showhouse will be open daily except for Mondays through June 10. 

If you are in the Saddlebrook, NJ area, be sure to visit this grand home that benefits a good cause, and see more amazing spaces created by some of America's best-known and most talented designers. 

Traditional Home is the national media sponsor of the showhouse and will feature more photos in an upcoming issue.  All proceeds benefit the Heart & Vascular Hospital and the Emergency Trauma Department at Hackensack University Medical Center. Other Furniture Brands companies participating besides Maitland-Smith, La Barge, and Pearson are Henredon, Hickory, and Lane Venture.  Each is known for fine quality, style and craftsmanship. Photos are from Traditional Home.

Elegant and distinctive pieces for your home today, with quality and style to last a lifetime... Do you have a Maitland-Smith treasure?    www.maitland-smith.com