FOCAL POINT STYLING

ART OF CHAIRS EXHIBIT AT CANDO ARTS CO-OP

Ironically last week when I decided to update Photos for Friday to Chair Fetish Friday, I found a feature in Sunday's paper called Art Of Chair on exhibit in South Beach. Jeff and I went to see the exhibit yesterday, and we also got to meet one of the resident artists - Alissa Christine. Alissa is a very talented photographer, who is so inspired by Miami, she has initiated a project she is developing into a book - both called "i love miami 365".

from Alissa's "i love miami 365" photo-montage

Local artist & photographer Alissa Christine

Learn more about Alissa

We toured the 5,000 sq. ft. space, and saw not only the ten featured recycled chairs converted into art, but art from the other residents (sculptors, painters, mixed-media and photographers) who share as curator for this gallery like Janet M. Mueller, Paula Turk, Shari McWilliams, Deborah Weed and Sid Daniels...

Some other pieces captured in

this resident gallery feature:

sculpture

photo collage

paintings

mixed media of recycled product

And although this wasn't one of the chairs featured,

it was inside one of the studios,

and I was really drawn to its

style, lines and aged look...

If you are in Miami Beach,

stop by CANDO to check out

this unique local resident artists gallery...

Button suspension sculpture

CANDO ARTS CO-OP

Over a dozen revolving artists in a 5,000 sq. ft. space

OPEN

Thursday & Friday: 4-7 PM

Saturday & Sunday: 12-6 PM or

BY APPOINTMENT

305.772.5665

AT PALM COURT

308 23rd Street

Miami Beach

(one block over from the Miami City Ballet)

Have a WONDERFUL weekend!

All photos by Lynda Quintero-Davids

(unless otherwise noted)

LYNDA QUINTERO-DAVIDS

Hello and Welcome to Focal Point Styling! I'm Lynda - sharing simple solutions to style & organize your home, fashion & decor trends, savvy shopping tips, market events, plus local love from the places I've experienced. I started this blog back in late 2009 when I lived in Miami. In 2011, I moved to Phoenix, AZ and rented a house until late 2014, when I relocated back east to the Triad in North Carolina - Join me on my journey!

RENEWED LACQUERED LOVE of SABINA DANENBERG ANTIQUES

While visiting the Miami Design and Antique Expo (MADE) last week, I had also stumbled upon another vintage store: DANENBERG ANTIQUES. After speaking with the owner, Sabina Danaenberg, I learned this Manhattan transfer was first established up in West Palm Beach, Florida. After having her successful shop up in West Palm for over thirteen years, she decided to relocate south to the up & coming renewed area of Miami, near the Design District. Although her store is not necessarily set with vignettes, wandering around it can still spark inspiration. When I asked her how business was, she told me most of her business is actually done online, at her site and on 1stDibs. I love the way she's refreshed and renewed these treasures into some hip Miami gems... all with a shot of lacquer love...

Some pieces are still in their natural state, but

you could still see the great lines of these finds...

LOVE the rings centered down this pair of chairs...

Many of the chairs were stored on

metal shelving lining the thirteen-foot walls of the space,

while the larger pieces were sorted - sofas to one side,

and buffets & chests to the other.

Although I didn't get some good shots to

showcase her pieces,

you can see more and learn more about Sabina at

SABINA DANENBERG ANTIQUES

Chinese Chippendale style sideboard

with mirrored doors

Chinese Chippendale Style White Lacquered Cabinet

King Size - Chinese Chippendale inspired headboard

She also carries some vintage watches

and costume jewelry on her site...

Sabina Danenberg - The Arbiter of Chic

from West Palm to Miami

Daughter of legendary Art Dealer Bernard Danenberg and renowned Parisian Expert in Decorative Arts, Elizabeth Danenberg, Sabina grew up surrounded by the greatest artists and artisans of 19th and 20th century. Learn more about Sabina on her site at SABINA DANENBERG ANTIQUES.

Exceptional pair of 40's Side/End Tables

Superb 40's French Two-Tone Sideboard

Pair of Lacquered Pagoda Top Side Tables

Visit Sabina's site on 1stDibs for more fab finds...

or if you're in Miami, stop by her shop and say hello...

Sabina Danenberg Antiques

8310 Biscayne Boulevard

Miami, Florida 33138

sabinad1@bellsouth.net
(305) 562-2290

Have a wonderful Thrifty Thursday!

LYNDA QUINTERO-DAVIDS

FALLING IN LOVE WITH FALL

Yes - FALL. I guess after working in retail for so many years, it's in my DNA to not be in one season without thinking ahead to the next. And with the anticipation of FALL setting in, so was the perfect timing of the delivery of the West Elm FALL PREVIEW catalog yesterday. I first learned about West Elm online back in 2006, and have been a devote ever since. I'm really drawn to their modern clean lines, and this season, paired with a "lived in" look including: a rich color palette (LOVE the slate greys and deep blues), and the balance of mixing natural textures (TREND ALERT: BASKETS look like they are making a comeback!).