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Spec Sheet: Clover Coffee Table by Grain

February 5, 2023 Madeleine Parsons

Luck is on our side with the innovative Clover Coffee Table by B-Corp certified Grain Design.

Organic in form, this robust table takes inspiration from nature’s iconic totem, emanating a cool neutrality in a monochromatic natural or vibrant two-tone. We love that this table is composed entirely of low-impact, carbon-friendly cork. The team at Grain reminds us sustainable design is the future and inspires us to keep fighting the Green fight.

Notes

Standard Cork Finishes: Amorim Cork, Dark Brown Cork, Mix Cork
32" W x 32" D x 15" H
Lead time: 14-16 weeks

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If Clover is your cup of tea, these coffee tables just may be for you:

Aino Coffee Table

Elliptical legs anchor the rolling curves of the Aino shown in Oak and Black Lacquered Ash.

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Mr. C Table

Sculptural White Oak woven legs inspired by the GOAT: Noguchi.

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Halo Table

A compelling contrast of birch puncturing bronze glass.

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Spec Sheet: Sula Chair by Moving Mountains

January 30, 2023 Madeleine Parsons

An instant classic, the playful Sula Chair from Colony vanguard, Moving Mountains Studio, passes the vibe check for a mellow moment in repose.

The Sula is rich with curves reflected in the texture of its natural oak arms with a low and ample seat inspiring a bit of whimsy in a space. Shown in a neutral cream, the Sula is available in COM only.

Notes

Construction: Solid wood arms and feet, Hand-tied springs and foam
Standard Finishes: Oak, COM 4.5 yards
Customizations Available
Lead time: 18-22 weeks

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LIFE/DESIGN

Whether you're scrolling Insta or enraptured in an opus, we've got some suggestions to snuggle up with in the Sula:

Sula by Toni Morrison

For a pseudo eponymous moment, Morrison’s 1973 punchy novel is ripe with her signature rich lyricism.

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Llama Llama Red Pajama by Anna Dewdney

For 18 years Baby Llama has been stirring up the drama and helping sleepy kids wind down for bedtime.

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The Tradition by Jericho Brown

TFW you read a collection of poetry so beautiful the light changes in the room. This Pulitzer Prize winning collection asks us to examine our definitions of masculinity and the enduring legacy of violence towards BIPOC Americans.

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After Mary Oliver

November 8, 2022 Madeleine Parsons

SONG FOR AUTUMN

Mary Oliver - 2005-

Don’t you imagine the leaves dream now
how comfortable it will be to touch
the earth instead of the
nothingness of the air and the endless
freshets of wind? And don’t you think
the trees, especially those with
mossy hollows, are beginning to look for

the fires that will come—six, a dozen—to sleep
inside their bodies? And don’t you hear
the goldenrod whispering goodbye,
the everlasting being crowned with the first
tuffets of snow? The pond
stiffens and the white field over which
the fox runs so quickly brings out
its long blue shadows. The wind wags
its many tails. And in the evening
the piled firewood shifts a little,
longing to be on its way.

Crescent Lounge by Vonnegut/Kraft

Beacon 36 Half-Round by Allied Maker

The Source Side Table No. 4 by A Space

Apollo Study II by Hiroko Takeda

Stick Candle Holder by Grain

Chaise Lounger by Moving Mountains

Monolith Ladder Back Chair by Phaedo

Oak Crescent Lounge with Cognac mohair and chunky boucle bolster_Vonnegut Kraft_Colony_1

New Work from Studio Paolo Ferrari: Editions 4

October 26, 2022 Madeleine Parsons

A continued exploration in form and proportion, Studio Paolo Ferrari's Editions 4 features a wide range of materials from hand-formed wrought-iron frames to glossy lacquered finishes. Set against our white brick walls, the Lido's sofa near-neon upholstery and Mr. B's oxblood finish strike a bold profile. While we envision these pieces to be equally successful rendered in more subdued tones, we're enjoying the celebratory hues here at Colony.

Sneak Peek: Editions Four by Studio Paolo Ferrari

October 4, 2022 Madeleine Parsons

Opening on October 13, Editions Four by Studio Paolo Ferrari marks the designer's first ever NYC solo exhibition.

Please join us at Colony to celebrate with Studio Paolo Ferrari next Thursday, 5 -8 PM.

Pictured here is a sneak peek of the very special AME Lamy, inspired by fashion trailblazer Michèle Lamy. Come see this moody continuation of the original AME , a show-stopping collaboration between Studio Paolo Ferrari and Hiroko Takeda.

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New Work from Grain: Clover

September 26, 2022 Madeleine Parsons

Last week we celebrated the debut of the Clover Collection here at Colony. Grain's second all-cork collection marks a fresh era for the newly B-Corp certified studio. A continued attention to sustainable design inspires pieces that bring the joy of natural forms into the home.

You’re Invited: Clover by Grain Opening at Colony

September 19, 2022 Madeleine Parsons

This Thursday, September 22 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Clover by Grain will be launching here at Colony.

Clover is a continuation of Grain’s ongoing research and fascination with cork, a material that is rapidly renewable, carbon positive, and completely biodegradable. The Clover collection is a soaring achievement that elegantly balances beauty and the belief that the choices we make as designers can have a positive impact on the world around us.

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Fall Favorites: Our Guide to Local Eats

September 13, 2022 Madeleine Parsons

As the dog days of August give way to the welcomed relief of cool Autumn evenings, New Yorkers quietly begin to anticipate the transition from sun-soaked sidewalk cafes to cozy dinners indoors at their favorite eateries. We’re a particularly food-motivated team here at Colony, where we share cherry tomatoes and comically large zucchinis from our gardens, keep a snack cabinet even preppers would be impressed by and have been known to order bubble-tea for days on end to stave off the 2pm slog.

On Fridays we have family meals in our Canal Street showroom, where our desks become mosaics of perfectly pinched, piping hot Dim Sum Go Go or tabouli salad alongside stuffed pitas from Ba'al Cafe & Falafel. Bubby's, a neighborhood institution, is our go to for TriBeCa’s best hot fried chicken sandwich or a preternaturally divine afternoon omelet.

Here we’ve compiled the restaurants that have earned our regular fall patronage, the places we can’t live without and wouldn’t want you to miss.

At Right: Colony's May 2022 Phila | Terra Launch and Dinner benefitting The Environmental Defense Fund and The Rainforest Foundation US

Mad’s Pick

When pressed to choose, Madeleine had to go with Prospect Heights' Leland Eating and Drinking House. Named for Randi Lee's great-uncle, Leland Chin, the atmosphere of Leland Eating and Drinking House fits the bill of family affair.

Ginger’s Pick

Williamsburg's The Four Horseman, a cozy natural wine bar with incredible small plates perfect for sharing, is Ginger’s pick for fall dining. Opened by LCD Soundsystem’s James Murphy in 2015, this is the place for wine-lovers and the wine-curious alike.

Ingemar’s Pick

Is it clear yet that our team is hot on the Brooklyn food scene? Ingemar is going with a Bed Stuy favorite, Chez Oskar. This delightful art-nouveau bistro serves up french classics alongside an array of enchanting house cocktails.

Alexis’ Pick

Alexis is new to the city, yet already Park Slope’s Miriam has won her over. She was wowed by the dips, the flavors, and colors on the table.

Jean’s Pick

A stone’s throw from Washington Square Park, Loring Place offers a vegetable-forward plethora of seasonal fare; Jean’s smitten with the mouth-watering Squash Blossom Pizza with Ricotta, honey and chilis. She’s equally enthusiastic about the hard-to-find kao man gai, a Thai street food served up at Woodside’s beloved SriPraPhai.

Grace’s Pick

My neighborhood go-to is just a few doors down from Chez Oskar. Trad Room, a Japanese Izakaya bar on Malcolm X Blvd in Bed Stuy, has the most insanely tasty Dan Dan Noodles I’ve ever had (and I’ve done the leg work).

Wherever you enjoy your meals this fall, be sure to do it locally. Small business is the heart of our big city.