Fad*ish- fashion and design

BKLYN Designs 2006 took center stage this past weekend, as the desolate streets of DUMBO came alive with the talent of its local designers. Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass (DUMBO) is emerging as New York’s premier resource for home furnishing talents.

The theme of this weekend’s show was “clean, and chic”, as all silhouettes revisited the beauty of minimalism. Companies like R Day offered visions of exotic, yet sleek furnishings-- while Palo Samko’s craftsmanship revisited rustic mod. Children’s furniture designers also followed suit as Brooklyn’s own Argington gave options for parents looking for function and style. And not to be outshone by the big boys, Igloo Play proved that modernism can be suitable for any age.

All areas of the trade were represented from ceramic knick-knacks-- for your gardening pleasure-- to modular shelving designed to fit any dimension. Opened to the public and to the trade, potential buyers could browse for more than just inspiration. But what set this trade show apart from the rest was the feeling of a neighborhood atmosphere. Every restaurants, art gallery and clothing shop showed their support to DUMBO’s finest.

For more information on BKLYN Designs visit their website at www.brooklyndesigns.net.

*Originally Posted on Word on the Street 5/18/06

Labels: Decor