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Earthly Concerns

-- Home Accents Today, 1/1/2008

Modern design marches to a rich, earthy beat this season, sacrificing not a second of elegance through polish and poise. Mellowed designs accentuate the inherent beauty of wood, displayed in warm, medium finishes, while glazed stoneware and ceramic offerings highlight a craftsman's vision. Purist forms are quintessentially modern, complemented by colors truly of the earth. — Tracy Bulla

From B. Williams Original Reproductions, the Creation 2 giclee blurs the line between nature and urban expression ($16 to $418).
From B. Williams Original Reproductions, the Creation 2 giclee blurs the line between nature and urban expression ($16 to $418).

A modified leaf pattern brings out the earthy, organic quality of Emily Pearlman's slender stoneware pitchers ($90 each).
A modified leaf pattern brings out the earthy, organic quality of Emily Pearlman's slender stoneware pitchers ($90 each).

Pewter trim enhances the metallic glazed base of Willow Green's modern, low-slung porcelain lamp ($220).
Pewter trim enhances the metallic glazed base of Willow Green's modern, low-slung porcelain lamp ($220). 

Horizontal slat detailing lends interest to the eco-friendly entertainment center from Moderna by Roberta Schilling.
Horizontal slat detailing lends interest to the eco-friendly entertainment center from Moderna by Roberta Schilling.

Muted pinstripes spotlight a contemporary thread on Klaussner's vertical and horizontal vases, accented with metallic neck ($104 each).
Muted pinstripes spotlight a contemporary thread on Klaussner's vertical and horizontal vases, accented with metallic neck ($104 each).

A rustic terra cotta pot houses New Growth Designs' sunshine-hued bromeliad, enhancing the simple, yet natural beauty of the arrangement ($58).
A rustic terra cotta pot houses New Growth Designs' sunshine-hued bromeliad, enhancing the simple, yet natural beauty of the arrangement ($58).

Drawing on designs of the Arts & Crafts movement, Momeni's newest hand-knotted addition exhibits timeless elegance further authenticated by a gentle antique wash.
Drawing on designs of the Arts & Crafts movement, Momeni's newest hand-knotted addition exhibits timeless elegance further authenticated by a gentle antique wash.

Inspired by a 19th century Oriental horseshoe chair, the birch-framed design from Furniture Classics seamlessly melds traditional and modern with exquisite sparing curves ($295).
Inspired by a 19th century Oriental horseshoe chair, the birch-framed design from Furniture Classics seamlessly melds traditional and modern with exquisite sparing curves ($295).

Handcrafted from recycled nylon fibers, Siwthaisilk's new Fringe Ribbon pillows weave cotton and water hyacinth together in an organic, textured design ($110 to $150).
Handcrafted from recycled nylon fibers, Siwthaisilk's new Fringe Ribbon pillows weave cotton and water hyacinth together in an organic, textured design ($110 to $150).

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