Saturday, 19 January 2013

The debut of Rue Monsieur Paris at Maison & Objet in Paris!!

If you're lucky enough to be in chilly Paris at the moment, have I got some fabulous news for you!! Not only is the annual Maison & Objet Home Influences Trade Show on (18-22 Jan), but there is also a fabulous new group of very talented designers that are showcasing their funky, modern and oh-so-sexy furniture collection this year.

Meet Rue Monsieur Paris, a French-based furniture company founded in 2012 by a trio of friends sharing the same aesthetic values: Marjorie Renner, Marcin Kokowski and Marjan Denkov who all met in Paris. I must admit I'm a little jealous that I can't see their glorious stand in person, but nevertheless, here's some scrumptious photos of their collection.

Among their fabulous pieces one will find the edgy and very unique Calaf Coffee table, part of the 1st capsule collection by Vito Selma, as well as the Liu side table... But I have to say, as much as all the pieces are like deliciously enticing eye-candy for my little soul, my favourites are the Turandot dining table and the Turando Altoum single seater. Such unique design, such sexy curves and perfectly refined edges.

And if you're like me and won't manage to scoot by Paris over the next several days, you can find the full collection of Rue Monsieur Paris right here online, and you can peruse other collections from the complete show on the official Maison & Objet website

I absolutely love the work these guys do and the creativity they apply in bringing ideas and projects into action. I will be sure to bring you regular updates of their exciting journey... and for now I hope you enjoy their below collection!!  



New collection by Rue Monsieur Paris (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

New collection by Rue Monsieur Paris (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

New collection by Rue Monsieur Paris (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

New collection by Rue Monsieur Paris (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

New collection by Rue Monsieur Paris (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

New collection by Rue Monsieur Paris (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

New collection by Rue Monsieur Paris (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

New collection by Rue Monsieur Paris (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

New collection by Rue Monsieur Paris (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Images courtesy of - rue monsieur paris
For more information on furniture pieces, collections, designers and purchasing please contact rue monsieur paris

Tuesday, 15 January 2013

Paris Mon Amour 1 - A stroll around the Eiffel Tower

Paris photography by Bisera Gondevska (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

It isn't without sadness that I post these Paris photos that, somewhat surprisingly, bring a heavy lump to my throat... As we prepared our move to Sydney last year I took even more time to do what I loved doing most in Paris, which was to photograph this beautifully mysterious and historically rich city, one that took me on a whirlwind of emotions with each passing day, one that I called home for over five years and which will forever live to be one of my homes. So as we move into 2013 I have very carefully prepared a number of Paris-devoted blog editions that I will share with you over the months to come. Welcome to Part #1, a lazy and emotional stroll around the streets circling the Eiffel Tower where I spent some 18 months living in a small studio... streets reminding me of freezing early morning strolls to work while the tip of the Eiffel Tower was lost in fog... and summer bike-rides home from work, livened up by the wind in my hair and the evening 'boulangerie' stop in search for a fresh, hot, crusty  baguette...

Paris photography by Bisera Gondevska (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Paris photography by Bisera Gondevska (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Paris photography by Bisera Gondevska (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Paris photography by Bisera Gondevska (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Paris photography by Bisera Gondevska (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Paris photography by Bisera Gondevska (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Photography by - Bisera Gondevska
Image rights - Bisera Gondevska

Monday, 14 January 2013

Inspiration for a creative 2013

Yaaaaay, we're slowly getting into our comfort zone in beautiful Sydney and as this wonderful new year kicks off Nest of Pearls is also starting to breathe again, turn a fresh new page, and prepare fun stories for 2013. My goal this year is to bring you more of the exciting artist and designer interviews that were heartily loved in 2012, as well as the daily inspiration that just makes our aesthetic little hearts smile. I do hope you like the new-look template. I invite you whole-heartedly to give me your honest feed-back if this template gives you any hick-ups while browsing and enjoying the design world.   

So, to kick off the year, albeit a little late (my apologies settling into a new life across the other side of the globe was a little tough, although very exciting!!) here is some amazing inspiration from the amazingly talented Claire Basler. A French-born and based artist, Claire works out of her mesmerising Paris studio, one that is an incredible whirlwind of inspiring colour, texture and emotion. I felt this was a great post to start the year because the ruggedness, movement and depth of her artist's studio just made me want to pick-up a brush, buy fresh flowers and get really motivated for the upcoming year. The interior of this space is so luscious and rich...

Beyond Claire's charming studio is, of course, the work that she produces, an emotional and sincere depiction of how she sees, feels and interprets life. If you're lucky enough to be in the beautiful city of Paris, you can visit her gallery in person or see an exhibition of her work at the Espace Commines in the 3rd arrondissement. More information about opening times and address details can be found on the gallery's website.

Claire Basler's Paris atelier (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Claire Basler's Paris atelier (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Claire Basler's Paris atelier (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Claire Basler's Paris atelier (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Claire Basler's Paris atelier (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Claire Basler's Paris atelier (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Claire Basler's Paris atelier (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Claire Basler's Paris atelier (via nestpearls.blogspot.com.au)

Images courtesy of -  claire basler