Laura U|DESIGN October Issue 1 Vol. 1

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OCTOBER 2010 Volume 1 | Issue 1

THE LAUNCH ISSUE!

SNEAK PEAK: what’s going on ! @ Laura U

DESIGN TRENDS WHAT’S HOT! LAURA’S PICKS A GRAY LOVE AFFAIR

“The charming, petite, apple-red haired designer and artist designs an Uptown-chic flat” Houston magazine, Sept 2010


Enjoy the dramatic luxury of Claridge’s!


Claridge’s Hotel, London England


Laura’s Note October 2010

"Ah, Autumn - the blissful reprieve from Summer." - Mike Garofalo Laura Umansky President & Creative Director

I am always inspired when our first "cold" front moves through Houston! We hurriedly open our windows and doors in the studio to get the first bit of fresh, unconditioned air since April! Full blown Autumn usually eludes us until late October, but we have had a peek at the changing season. It is just in time for us to launch our fresh faced newsletter and, at last, our brand new website! This edition of the Laura U newsletter holds some of our favorite and fresh design pieces, there is a nod to an always sunny and whimsical artist, and we showcase some clever, fashion-inspired interiors. We have eclectic suggestions for your interior from our designers and a how-to for merging two styles (guys, you can thank us later!). We also take you behind the scenes of the Laura U Design Studio‌ you just never know what you'll find there! With Labor day behind us and Mother Nature giving us a momentary glimpse of fall, we are loving all of the newest styles in from market, looking forward to new fall introductions and, ahem, dare I say, prepping for the holidays. And, as we are introduced to our lovely fall weather, we are so excited to introduce our new look to you! Enjoy! Best!

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Letter From The Editor

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What’s New At Laura U

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Laura U | HIGHLIGHTS

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Community | SPOTLIGHT

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Fashion Inspired Interiors

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Laura’s | PICKS

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Art | TALK

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Design | STYLE

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Get The Look

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Behind The Scenes

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Shop | TALK

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Eco | CHIC

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Vendor | PROFILE

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Top Five

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A letter from the EDITOR October marks a very significant milestone for us at Laura U. The first issue of Laura U|DESIGN and a completely overhauled website were goals we really wanted to achieve, not just for ourselves, but for you, our wonderful supporters. With these two undertakings successfully completed, and might I note, with such style and elegance, I had a moment to sit back and sigh (but not for long though). It was an interesting and fun experience putting this first issue together. The marketing team, our designers, Laura and myself worked really hard to ensure we gave you great, stimulating designs and information about this lower Westheimer design firm and boutique called Laura U. With the beginning of fall we see the beginning of new trends, new design and many things at Laura U. We are looking forward to a few things this Fall: our Fall Fundraiser Soiree benefiting Scout’s Honor Rescue on October 14th, our Halloween Weekend Sale, the Holiday Shopping Card event benefitting the American Cancer Society, and of course, the much anticipated holiday “shopping” season. So, from my desk to yours, Enjoy!

Karee…

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what’s new | @ LAURA U “Everywhere guests look is clean and sleek with splashes of lipstick red and colorful überüber-contemporary and poppop-type art.” A sixsix-page spread in the September 2010 issue of Houston magazine features the work of Laura U’s design for a jetjet-setting partpart-time Houstonian couple’s piedpied-a-terre. Located on the 17th floor of Uptown’s Cosmopolitan highhigh-rise, this two bedroom flat has a “slick,

wellwell-edited design... [with] more stark white than a Diddy party in Miami.” Laura, who Houston magazine describes as a “charming, petite, appleapplered haired designer and artist,” is also working on the couple’s Los Angeles home with a more traditional style.

“The The overall impact is both bracing— ing—with white on white on more white at every turn— turn—and playful, with cutely curated contemporarytemporary-art pieces neatly placed about, and splashes of red ensuring that this particular take on minimal is anything but cold.”

“Umansky chose crisp white walls to give the highhigh-rise a gallerygallery-like feeling while drawing inspiration from a serenely modern South Beach hotel room her clients loved for its white wood floors.” To read the complete editorial, pick up a copy of the September Issue of Houston magazine!

Photos Courtesy of Houston magazine.

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laura u | HIGHLIGHTS

An Outing of Opulence Guests of Laura U gathered for an exclusive night of bubbly and to lust over the fabulous, new collection of Shamaine Klein Design. The July 15th trunk show featured Klein’s newest "Modern Opulence" collection, a line filled with eye-catching earrings, statement rings and pendants. Each piece is made with rare gemstones and is set in precious metals. Shamaine, born into a family of jewelers, has been inspired to design jewelry for as long as she can remember. After a career in the arts and raising a family, her love affair with jewelry was rekindled. This ignited a creative spark, and thus, Shamaine Klein Design was born! After hours of lavish accessories, countless attendees went home proudly carrying artistic, modern, and versatile new additions for their jewelry boxes.

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community | SPOTLIGHT It’s another hot, scorching, traffic-filled day in Houston when I see a scared dog dash across the street. From the look in its eyes, you know he’s been wandering the streets for many days; without food, without water and without loving care. He longs for shelter from the noise and from the sounds of constant traffic all around him; he jumps at the sound of the blaring car horn, all while his body is worn from the scorching July heat. They say that dogs are man’s best friend, and yet we are reminded every day of the pain that many animals face. Some animals never get to feel truly loved or enjoy the warmth of a bed at night or experience the park on a Sunday morning. It’s for this very reason why organizations like Scout’s Honor Rescue have been a blessing.

Scout's Honor Rescue is a nonprofit, animal rescue organization that focuses on rescuing and placing dogs and cats within Houston, Texas and its surrounding areas. Since being established in May 2006, Scout's Honor has rescued and placed over 900 dogs and cats in permanent, loving homes. Currently, there are more than 75 dogs and cats in the program. Founded by six volunteer rescuers, today there are more than thirty volunteers who spend their time caring for animals who are left abandoned in the streets. Rescuing homeless animals is an expensive endeavor since each animal must have all their vaccinations, must be dewormed, micro-chipped, spayed/neutered, tested, or placed on continuing medical care. And which animal would be comfortable without the basic necessities like food, crates, collars, toys, and leashes. Scout's Honor rescues animals from city pounds or from the streets. Because this program is "foster based", each animal is placed in a temporary foster home where they are cared for until adopted and placed in a permanent home. Because their ability to take in animals depends on funding, volunteers and foster homes, most times very needy animals are simply turned away.

You can find out more about their adoption policies by visiting www.scoutshonor.org. There, you can download an adoption application or find your next lovable pooch. And to find out want happened to the little doggie that dashed across the street, stay tuned! On October 14th, Laura U will be hosting a Fundraiser Soiree and on October, 15th an outdoor donation drive benefitting Scout’s Honor at the Danny Jackson Dog Park.

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My Love Affair With Gray “I’m in love with the color gray, and I’m using it throughout my entire home.”

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Farrow & Ball: Blue Gray #91, Modern Emulsion (Image Courtesy of Farrow & Ball).

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his summer my husband and I decided it would be a fantastic idea to renovate our very own space. Now that the Laura U Collection and Design Studio are nearly at the wise old age of four, we felt it was time to pay some attention to our abode.

A color palette of gray can be chic and yet warm. The gray on these wall is Benjamin Moore's "Chelsea Gray" #HC - 168. It's rich without being too cold and it works well in rooms with lots of natural light. Image Courtesy of Hamptons.com

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At Laura U, we see beautiful furnishings, fabrics, art, accessories, and lighting every single day! And, luckily for me, I have fantastic clients who love these pieces too. After endlessly researching, selecting, reselecting and then changing my mind, I have found something I cannot do without. I am in love with the color gray and I’m using it throughout my entire home.


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Why Gray?

There are so many

varieties of gray and I am loving them all! And with a

CRISP, white trim it can be

so CLEAN and Sherwin Williams: SW 7029, Agreeable Gray (Image Courtesy of Nestegg)

Why Gray? There are so many varieties of gray and I am loving them all! And with a crisp, white trim it can be so clean and fresh. I am just so excited about our new color scheme that I have to share it with you. Even though our home is completely torn apart, I can see the light at the end of the tunnel, and it’s a very warm shade of

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gray! Stay tuned for the final photos, which my husband expects by the beginning of October, but I know it will actually be the beginning of November. You have to love a renovation! In the meantime, here are some gorgeous grays from Farrow & Ball, Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore. LU

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DVF takes "suite" to the next level!

From the fashion runway to chic hotel suites, this world renowned designer has proved to the world that she can do it all. London’s well-known, five-star hotel, Claridge’s, collaborated with one of fashion’s most loved designer, Diana von Furstenberg (DVF). To make this infamous hotel embrace its grandeur, von Furstenberg created designs inspired by her travels around the world, handcrafted boxes and trays from Bali, Italian dressing tables, and a cocktail bar inspired by Middle Eastern jewelry boxes. Each room embodies von Furstenberg’s designs while also keeping Claridge’s signature beauty and elegance.

“Claridge’s is the most glamorous hotel in the world,” expressed von Furstenberg, ….“hotels like this don’t exist anymore, and the legacy must be respected! It is very important to keep the original architecture and the formality of the layout of the rooms in order to preserve the old style of [the] grand hotel life that I love so much. It has been a true privilege to design new furniture, fabrics and rugs to keep it relevant for today’s needs and taste.” DVF used several patterns from her contemporary schemes, mixed with Chinese florals and exotic animal prints. In her Fall 2010 collection, von Furstenberg uses bold colors with daring patterns which is also seen throughout the series of twenty guestrooms and suites. ◊

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Images courtesy The Lux Beat


“...most glamorous hotel in the world…”

“Attitude Is Everything” Diane von Furstenberg

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A great—and great-smelling—buy if their ever was one: One-hundred percent of net proceeds from Philosophy’s Shower for the Cure Shower Gel ($20, philosophy.com) goes to the Entertainment Industry SHOP FOR BREAST CA Foundation’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund. Antica Farmacista, $62

Philosophy Shower Gel, $20

This trio of lipsticks selected by Evelyn Lauder — in a chic, pink clutch. Estée Lauder will donate $500,000 from the sales of its Pink Ribbon Collection to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Estée Lauder Pink Ribbon Collection: Evelyn Lauder Lip Design Collection, $25, esteelauder.com Perfect for a chilly fall evening, the Republic of Tea’s Sip for the Cure Pomegranate Vanilla Red Tea ($10, republicoftea.com) is made from antioxidant-rich rooibos tea. One dollar from the sale of each tin goes to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Estee Lauder Cosmetic, $25

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AWARENESS MONTH

I love La Mer’s Crème de la Mer ($230, cremedelamer.com). It’s a splurge, but definitely worth it. Now there’s a second reason to crave this ultrapampering cream: La Mer will donate $30,000 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in connection with sales of this special pink box.

This home fragrance diffuser smells as gorgeous as it looks. With 100 percent of the profits benefiting Cancer Support Community for breast cancer research, it makes quite an amazing gift. Antica Farmacista Home Ambiance Fragrance in Peonia, Gardenia & Rosa, $62, anticafarmacista.com

Crème de la Mer, $230

KitchenAid’s Artisan Stand Mixer in Komen Pink ($300, williams-sonoma.com) is not only the ultimate baking tool but $50 of each sale gets donated to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

Williams & Sonoma, $300

Republic of Tea, $10 OCTOBER 2010

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ABANDONED AT THE FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH Mixed media on birch panel [24"h x 24"w] 2007

If These Walls Could Talk...

YUMMY IN MY TUMMY GALACTIC CAMO SPACESUIT V2 Mixed media painting on Birch [60"h x 46"w] 2010

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endy Wagner grew up in Austin and later began studying graphic design at The Art Institute of Houston. To channel her inspiration, Wendy sketches whatever fun objects she sees - her dog’s toys, playground equipment, or her stepson’s army toys. Wendy approaches these objects with a childlike imagination, transforming them into something extraordinary. Sometimes, Wendy’s inspiration comes through a long process of thinking, sketching, painting and re-painting. The act of painting is part of the thought process for Wendy, who says that “mistakes are a part of the final piece.” Mistakes also lead to new discoveries and add the element of under-painting, which gives her work a softly, ethereal dynamic.

I WAS BORN YESTERDAY Mixed media painting on Birch [12"h x 12"w] 2009

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One of the most unique aspects of Wendy’s works is the story they tell. Wendy has been featured in many publications including: OO2 Magazine, Houston Modern Luxury Magazine, Arts Houston, PaperCITY Magazine, and Houston Lifestyles & Homes. She has won several awards for her work including the prestigious 2008 Hunting Art Prize. Soon you will be able to view Wendy’s work in Tokyo, Japan where she is set to exhibit in her second solo show. ◊ Photos Courtesy of Wendy Wagner.


Imagination is the beginning of creativity. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine, and you create what you will.

George Bernard Shaw

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Designing When Two Styles MERGE

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his month, I wanted to tackle the subject of what is to be done when two styles merge, otherwise known as, what to do when you and your main squeeze starts sharing an address.

Here at Laura U, we are no strangers to love and romance. When your office is full of gals who are as adorable as they are talented, it's no surprise to hear that cohabitation or (fingers crossed!) marriage is in the works. Consequently, we are often discussing ways to work around a dining chair or a wall covering that some boyfriend doesn't like. And when we're not planning our own personal residences, we find that most of our clients come in pairs, and what's good for the goose is “almost never” the chair that the gander wants to sit in while he watches Sports Center. So, we have collected a few tips over the years that we wanted to share with you, just in case you're contemplating a relocation into your significant other’s house, or you’re deadlocked in a “THIS WAGONWHEEL COFFEE TABLE IS HORRENDOUS” sort of a showdown. Because let's face it — we all saw how great it turned out for Jess and Marie in When Harry Met Sally. Source: Lonny magazine

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First and foremost, I should explain that this is mainly for the ladies. Because really, when it comes to your home's decor or when it comes to EVERYTHING IN YOUR ENTIRE RELATIONSHIP, my view is that the ladies tend to win most battles. The main thing is to make sure your special fella feels comfortable and welcomed in his own home, or in your home, or wherever he is now living. Here's the good news ladies: guys only care about three things when it comes to furniture. If you can keep these things in mind, you're golden on just about everything else.

Source: Michael Wells through Desire to Inspire

#1. It's made of leather. Major man-points for LEATHER GOODS, especially chairs. Source: Restoration Hardware

#2. It's comfortable, and he’s allowed to sit in it any time. If you are planning to have a fancy sitting parlor or those towels that can't ever actually get used, I would suggest marrying someone British. Otherwise, forget it! The days of Thomas Jefferson are over. I mean, there are commercials for something called “FOURTH MEAL”. The days of grand refinement and daintiness are far behind us.

#3. It's sturdy! Boys may or may not be the clumsier sex, Source: Lonny Magazine

Source: JAMES TSE through Desire to Inspire

plus they don't like getting in trouble for messing up your (INSERT NAME OF ANYTHING HERE). So, don't think for a moment that you're going to convince a guy that a scratchable lacquer table is perfect for dining or that a cabriole-legged tuffet in your TV room is a good idea. If he thinks he'll break it or mess it up, he's not going to want it in his house. Aside from making sure to include pieces in your home that he's sure to love, and love using, the other thing to keep in mind is that your home's design should be an accurate mix of both your styles for an interior that reflects everyone's personality. OCTOBER 2010

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Stonewash Velvet Quilt Set A luxurious quilt made in cerise velvet which can be used on its own or over the top of a duvet. $571, Graham and Green

Venetian Floor Mirror This full length venetian mirror with simple beveled edges looks fabulous in any bedroom. $320, Pedestal Mat

Hayworth Vanity Bench The Hayworth Vanity Bench is as glamorous as its movie-star namesake. Total functional fashion, this cushy bench is handcrafted, hand-painted and covered with hand-cut beveled mirrors. $119.95, Pier One Imports

Hayley Table Lamp Blending together simple and clean materials like white linen for the shade, and clear crystal and a chrome finish for the base, the Hayley Lamp is a collage of modern textures and design. $229, Z Gallerie Mirrored Console $745, Inside Avenue

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The Marisol Mirror An antique finished , grandly sized wall-mount sun mirror made of metal with a resin frame. Price Available Upon Request, Restoration Hardware

Two's Company Ainsworth Round Beveled Mirror

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An architectural design used in design for thousands of years using reflective beveled mirrored glass to refit the classic shape for modern interiors. $300, Madison Avenue Gifts

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Baker and Belgae Self Wing Back Chair

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Designed for Rume, the Baker and Belgae Self Wing Back Chair is composed of sweeping lines and simple tapered legs. The dramatic rake to the back gives it a distinct individuality. $3500, RUME

Benjamin Moore Paint The premium paints of Benjamin Moore are available in an array of hues, like those shown here: Nantucket breeze 521, Galaxy 2117-20, Vintage Claret 1364, and Chinaberry 1351.

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ouston’s newest hot spot, CityCentre, is even more cultured and hip with the newest addition of Flora & Muse. Over the last few months, the designers worked really hard to make this chic bistro possible. In order to achieve what can only be termed as “versatile”, we combined new furnishings with vintage found pieces, periodperiodpiece frames that e n v e l o p e modernized versions of antique art; crystal

chandeliers and sconces, ornate table lamps and several different wallpaper patterns were also used as focal points. The main goal was to focus on conveying an older, bygone era, while being suitably functional and relevant in today’s world. ◌

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n the heart of New York’s SoHo district, lies one of the most vibrant, stylish hotels there is - the Crosby Street Hotel. Characterized by its fresh, contemporary and sometimes quirky look, each of the 86 rooms boasts a modern sophistication that just oozes luxury. They provide all the lavish necessities expected by today’s busy, sophisticated traveller, including suite views stretching across the city of Manhattan.

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his month at Laura U, the designers couldn’t get enough of Eric Cohler. With such a fascinating array of fabrics and a furniture line worth talking about, we were totally digging his creative genius!

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ervé Pierre seems to be all the talk amongst the designers this month. His luxurious apartment features a Romanesque, hand-made frame, created entirely from cardboard! This work of art took him almost two years to finish - Wew!

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Horse Figurine by A&B Home, $72. Chandelier by Europa, $1440. Pigs Do Fly Piggy Bank by Lunares, $160. Diamond Napkin Rings by A&B Home, $9. Dinner Apron by Peking Handicraft, $28. Nickel All Antler by Go Home, $85. Marsailles Stool by Shine by S.H.O., $590. Vintage Glass Decanter by Kalalou, $38.

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Uptown Pied-a-terre Interior designed by Laura U

Photography by Jill Hunter

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Who says being ‘green’ has to jeopardize a chic sense of style? Sustainability and sophistication come together as we showcase different eco-friendly design elements. These six ideas are just a handful of the infinite number of ways you can update an interior while reducing your carbon footprint.

Arches Acacia Wood Stool This stunning stool by ROOST is hand-carved and finished with an oil wax finish to accentuate the natural beauty of the wood. These stools are dried slowly using heat from charcoal fires. Laura U, $125

Meadowflower Rug This hand-crocheted, intricate pattern re-creates nature's meditative palette in textured layers, while its cushy wool offers incomparable softness. Vivaterra, $395—$795.

D.I.Y. Egg Carton Flower Light This flower pendant light is made from paper pulp egg cartons, and the finished light will add a pretty feminine touch to your room. Instructions can be found at www.addicted2decorating.com.

Healthy Milk Paint The healthiest ingredients you can buy for paint! Milk casein (yogurt), titanium dioxide (powdered donuts), food grade emulsifiers and preservatives (milkshakes and chocolates). Anna Sovin, $12 for a Gallon.

Wine Cork Tile Cork Tile is the forward-looking green material made of end cuts from a wine cork manufacturer. All of these products are mesh mounted in square foot sheets. CorkDotz, $14.95 per tile.

Recycled Metal Disc Bowls

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Scrap metal never looked so lovely. Inspired by spring blossoms, this Recycled Metal Disc Bowl will hold many of your favorite objects and look good doing it. The bowl comes in a variety of sizes. Bambeco, $29$120. OCTOBER 2010

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CYAN DESIGN In Texas, we take high-design and home accessories to a whole new level!

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ome dÊcor designer and producer, Cyan Design, is renowned for crafting beautiful objects for beautiful lives. Today, they offer an impressive array of eclectic collectibles and one-of-a-kind furnishings. At Laura U, our collection of home furnishings and accessories are handpicked. So, it’s no wonder we carry so many items in store from this Texas based company. Our favorite items in the boutique are the plaster Pig, Horse and Cow Snouts.

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5 p o T e h T

After a long week at work, we are generally very ready to relax, kick of our stilettos and have a cocktail. Over the last few months, we have tested and perfected the craft of signature cocktails and amazing eats. Along the way, we have visited a few spots worth mentioning. So here are our top five picks for the local spots that made the cut:

Happy Hours Sawyer Park

Benjy's

While we might just be a tad bit on the biased side, this bar/ restaurant still holds true to a one of a kind after-work experience. With great drink specials and amazing appetizers like the Tex Mex Egg Rolls and the Stuffed Jalapeños, how can you ever go wrong?

Talk about great food and great signature drinks. Whenever we’re feeling especially dressed up, we head over to Benjy’s to enjoy “the modern American” menu!

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2412 Washington Ave (Sawyer St) Houston, TX 77007

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5922 Washington Ave Houston, TX 77007

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Kenneally’s

El Tiempo Cantina

This very low-key pub is just minutes from our lair! It boasts a great outdoor patio filled with all the perks: gourmet thin crust pizza, brewed ales, and how could we forget, bath towels that pose as napkins!

“Mexican Done Right” Quite frankly, there are so many great things to be said about ETC. The stout margaritas and the legendary tomatillo sauce inherited from Mama Ninfa are heavenly. Fresh guacamole comes with minced onions, jalapeños and garlic to add as desired. Yummy!!

2111 S Shepherd Drive Houston, TX 77019

5602 Washington Ave Houston, TX 77007

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An oxymoron for a name, this wine bar is anything short of a “dive bar”. The exposed bricks and concrete floors is very reminiscent of NYC mid-town living! With a phenomenal wine list and great food on the menu, like the Texas-style chili, the Kobe beef burgers and the signature cocktails. We heart Max’s Wine Dive. 4720 Washington Ave # B Houston, TX 77007

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Sawyer Park Bar & Restaurant | Houston, TX Interior designed by Laura U

Photography by Jill Hunter


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