Credenza for mcm home
I have been searching for a credenza for the tv in the living room area for years. I am currently usung my grandmother's credenza, which she bought used in the 50's or 60's. I really wanted an original Arne Jacobson with colored panels, but these are nearly impossible to find and are too much $$$. The knoll credenza is over 10k, so that is out of the question. Yesterday, I saw the Morrison credenza, new at dwr and on sale for 4200, which seems much more reasonable. It is made in NYC by a small furniture co. There is also the knock-off of the Finn Juhl credenza by Joybird Furniture, which looks to be hand made and their company has great reviews. The only thing about this one s that I have so much colorful artwork that I think I should stay neutral.
What do you think of the Morrison credenza in dark stained white oak, marble top? Do you think it would work with the red rock wall? I think the walnut/travertine is too light for the rock wall (see link-cant find a downloadable pic) and I already have a lot of walnut. I'm not sure if I am ready to buy this right now, but I am thinking about it.
http://www.dwr.com/product/morrison-credenza.do?sortby=ourPicks
Morrison, dark wood:
Joybird credenza:
Living room - I would declutter and have only the credenza against the rock wall - like a center piece.
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Comments (6)I believe the architect of this home, Al Beadle, built mostly custom homes. I believe the EIchler homes were more tract homes. From what I have seen, most of Beadle's homes are large for the era. This home was built for the owner of the Safari hotel, and his family, which was recently demolished. You can see similar features in the hotel to my house. Here is a link that might be useful: safari hotel...See MoreAnd another movie house - for the MCM fans (Cameron's house)
Comments (15)Just to follow up on some of the posts . . . kitchendetective - touche! justgotabeme - the "garage" is actually a separate pavilion next to the main house. It is also a glass box, and apparently has been staged as some sort of classic auto showroom with a lounge area. As for the issue of windows and privacy -- take a look again at the photos. There are matching, unobtrusive pinch-pleat draperies throughout the house (I love how the hardware is concealed by the ceiling in the living room). I've attached a link to some additional photos so you can see that the draperies really are in almost every room. This particular house sits on a wooded acre, so there is definitely an element of privacy. And that's where the glass boxes are -- on secluded lots. In neighborhoods and tract developments, designs like Eichler built were far more common. As Pal mentioned, the street and public facades on those are more protected, while the houses open up to the rear or to an internal courtyard/atrium. Our half-glass box sits in the middle of three acres. We've been here about four years and I can say that the glass --the exposure, the openness -- is something you get used to quickly, and then becomes something you miss when you're somewhere more enclosed. We have linen sheers on the windows in the bedrooms, but no window dressings of any kind in the main room. There are two neighbors who could spy on us with binoculars if so inclined, but it just doesn't occur to us to worry about it. Here is a link that might be useful: Cameron's curtains...See MoreAny chance any of these nightstands would work in an mcm home?
Comments (22)Thanks everyone! You guys are the best! I put my order in for only sheets. I so badly wanted the cabinet and nightstands but you helped me make the right decision. :) Pamplisest - I think you are right, r and b is a great soln. I do like a lot of their stuff. Thanks vasue - that is a great idea, but I think I will just wait until the bathroom is gutted. I just wonder if that would work in a modern bathroom with some traditional touches. Hi tomatoefreak - yes - I have bought quite a few things from modern manor. They have a great selection. I think it is worth making a return trip to see if they have any new inventory. ravencajun - those are great! If I lived in Houston, I would definitely consider buying one of those. They Heywood/Wakefield is a great deal!!! Anyway, I will either get them from dwr on sale or from R and B, unless I see the right vintage ones. You guys are so helpful...See MoreMCM credenza backstory ideas?
Comments (8)Thanks for responding. Of course the provenance, ( or lack thereof ), makes no difference in my appreciation of the piece. Just curious about its origins. Thanks for the tip about the Antiques Forum, although it’s hardly an antique....See More
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