Friday, April 29, 2011

Dirty Word Of The Day: Restoration Hardware



When Phil and I were shopping to furnish the condo, we were absolutely clueless on where to go in order to find pieces that were unique, solidly made, and in terms of design, eclectic.  So, as most homeowners often do when they have a big home project with little time, we went to all the big guns, Restoration Hardware, Pottery Barn, and Crate and Barrel.

Disappointed. 

Once  we got past their lavish displays of psuedo-industrial floor lamps and factory carts adorned with articulated "book collections", we saw that the four-figure price tags were mainly for labor and commercialization of these manufactured reproductions.  I'm not saying that they don't supply to the demand of millions of buyers seeking furniture made and priced at levels above IKEA's standard, but as a young couple without a chair to sit their butts on, we were looking for something that would last. Something that was real.

Above is a searchlight taken off an old ship and mounted onto a tripod once used to survey the land.  This lamp is heavy, rustic, and legit.  When you see how much history, wear, and love that's been put into this functioning piece of art, it's hard to put a price on it.  Luckily, Phil and I can because we FOUND it during one of our travels for this business and drove it here.  Just for you.  If you're curious about why we do what we do, come check us out.

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