Check out today's Greer's OC. There is a an awesome post about the ASID 2009 Design Tour 0- Urban Living at Astoria.
Click here for the full story and photos. http://www.greersoc.com/ Or see what she says below.
Thanks Greer!
04.29.09ROOMS WITH A VIEW!
If you're anything like us, you're behind on remodeling. It's been awhile. Not so long ago that your appliances are avocado green, but you don't have recycled leather walls (so hot right now) and modern art glass fireplaces that can move from room to room. Now you can see the latest and best in interior design at the 2009 ASID/OCC Design Tour benefiting the Orange County Performing Arts Center. This is the first design tour of its kind, showcasing an urban contemporary setting in OC known as Astoria at Central Park West in Irvine. Thirty-seven of Orange County's hottest designers show off the latest trends, colors, styles, home technology, green living and more.The tour includes four penthouse lofts and two flats. The floor-to-ceiling windows and vast outdoor spaces provide the perfect backdrop for the designers to showcase their talents.On Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m. (through May 17), it's "Meet the Designers Night" where you can meet the designers. Friday night guests can sample wine and dessert at the café and later enjoy a discounted meal at participating restaurants at The District in Tustin, so save your ticket stubs! Tickets cost $30 in advance and $35 at the door. Available online (see above link), through the Orange County Performing Arts Center Box Office (714.556.2787) or at Whole Foods in The District at Tustin Legacy.If you can't make it on a Friday, the tour is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last entry 4 p.m.). 405 Rockefeller Drive, at Central Park West in Irvine.www.asidocc.org
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Wednesday, April 29, 2009
One2BOND's Room at The ASID Design Tour
Who doesn't love a "before" and "after"? I thought this room by One2BOND on the ASID 2009 Design Tour was fun to see with the "before" drawing and the "after" photo. 
Before
Before
AfterThe One 2 BOND designers include: Jolene Ballard, Amanda Malson and David A. Romero. http://www.one2bond.com/
Everyone who tours their room is crazy about the wood carved doors, the custom side tables with nail heads and the orange accent wall that was carried up onto the ceiling. My other favorite idea from this room are the framed wall paper panels -- that is an easy way to try the wall paper trend without committing to it fully.
Here are their tips on easy ways to freshen up your home:
1) Reupholster a piece that already exists in your collection at home. Cost effective AND green.
3) Light, neutral flooring with a darker accent rug will keep the room from feeling too heavy.
4) Reframe your existing artwork. It's easy and inexpensive.
The ASID Design Tour is open now and runs through May 17. It is sposored by Orange Coast and benefits Orange County Performing Arts Center. www.asidocc.org
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
ASID 2009 Design Tour - By The Numbers
What does it take to put on a Design Tour? From witnessing it first hand, it takes more than a village.
Here are some fun numbers from the ASID 2009 Design Tour at Astoria, which is sponsored by Orange Coast magazine and benefitting the Orange County Performing Arts Center.
2009 ASID/OCC DESIGN TOUR
BY THE NUMBERS
4 penthouses
2 flats
40 designers
80 docents a day
4700 square feet of patio space
3 custom kitchens
38 floor material changes
467 gallons of Dunn Edwards paint
1 resin floor
9 wine chillers
3 Two-Way Mirror Flat Screens
16 pieces of found driftwood from local beaches
100’s of custom furniture pieces
2 crocodile embossed leather floor
1 $38,000 Lalique chandelier
Over $1 million of Lalique exclusive products
Dozens of faucets from Brizo and Fine Faucets
1 cutting-edge Green Energy electrical monitoring system from Pacific Digital Home
2 $10,000 chairs
$195,000 worth of audio from Audio Visions
15 Plasma TV’s
2 custom 8 foot mosaic murals
12 beds from Custom Comfort Mattress
2 pairs of designer shoes ruined
1 fabulous Super to get the job done!
The Design Tour is now open and runs through May 17th.
Here are some fun numbers from the ASID 2009 Design Tour at Astoria, which is sponsored by Orange Coast magazine and benefitting the Orange County Performing Arts Center.
2009 ASID/OCC DESIGN TOUR
BY THE NUMBERS
4 penthouses
2 flats
40 designers
80 docents a day
4700 square feet of patio space
3 custom kitchens
38 floor material changes
467 gallons of Dunn Edwards paint
1 resin floor
9 wine chillers
3 Two-Way Mirror Flat Screens
16 pieces of found driftwood from local beaches
100’s of custom furniture pieces
2 crocodile embossed leather floor
1 $38,000 Lalique chandelier
Over $1 million of Lalique exclusive products
Dozens of faucets from Brizo and Fine Faucets
1 cutting-edge Green Energy electrical monitoring system from Pacific Digital Home
2 $10,000 chairs
$195,000 worth of audio from Audio Visions
15 Plasma TV’s
2 custom 8 foot mosaic murals
12 beds from Custom Comfort Mattress
2 pairs of designer shoes ruined
1 fabulous Super to get the job done!
The Design Tour is now open and runs through May 17th.
Drew Brophy Talks About Orange Coast's Article on Surf Artists
Lauren and I talk about the surf/skate industry all the time. From houses to luggage, all of our clients seem to be shaped by the surf industry in some way, shape or form. At heart, I think they are a creative, entrepreneurial group. So it is no surprise to me that there is a crop of OC artists that have surf/skate roots.
Drew Brophy, an artist for Sector 9 Skateboards, Liquid Force Wakeboards and Nirve bicycles is one of the artists featured in Orange Coast's May issue in the article titled "Avant Board".
Check out his post about the article and more about his work here: http://drewbrophy.com/orange-coast-mag-covers-surf-artists/
Monday, April 27, 2009
Orange Coast's May Issue - One Great Cover
When the latest issue of Orange Coast magazine came across my desk, I couldn't help but take a second look. I LOVE the cover of the May issue!
It does make me think that I need to upgrade my "watering the front lawn" outfit though. Great job Orange Coast!
It does make me think that I need to upgrade my "watering the front lawn" outfit though. Great job Orange Coast!
PR Firm in Orange County Makes National Impact For Clients
No wondering we are smiling! Allison Olmstead and Lauren Townsend of TO Media Co.To keep you updated with the PR side of things -- I was just writing our monthly reports for our clients when I realized that we have had an amazing couple of months. At TO Media Co, we really try to give personalized attention while seeking stories in the press on a local and national level.
Within the last couple of months, we have worked with the following media outlets about our clients. Some stories have already ran and some will be coming out shortly. Here are our recent successes:
People Magazine – Style Watch
Travel + Leisure
The Today Show
InStyle
Associated Press
KTLA
Better Homes & Gardens
Family Cirlce
Orlando Sentinel
Girlfriend Getaways
Coastal Living
OK Magazine
Orange Coast
Cosmopolitan
Cooking with Paula Deen
Hyatt Magazine
Orange County Register
Orange Coast
Cosmopolitan
Cooking with Paula Deen
Hyatt Magazine
Orange County Register
Examiner
Interior Design Magazine
+ More!
Interior Design Magazine
+ More!
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