SPRING 2013 INSPIRED FABRICS, WALLPAPER AND MORE....

SPRING INSPIRATION

Spring is well and truly in the air, and with it brings a renewal of the senses....Jasmine in the air...the suns warmth of your skin...and the excitement brought along by all the new inspiring fabrics and wallpaper releases now at our fingertips!

If you are looking for some inspiration this Spring, then here's a sample of what is on offer.

All products can be ordered via us at Charcoal Interiors (see details below) or we can arrange upholstery, drapery and paper hanging to take the stress out of you having to arrange it all.

Our friendly Design Team of Colette and Cathie Venardos are also here for assistance with bringing everything together in your home, making your space a truly enjoyable place to walk into at the end of the day.

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For assistance choosing the right fabric or wallpaper for you, contact the helpful and friendly team at Charcoal Interiors
Ph. 07 38526002
or via our contact form
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TENERIFFE APARTMENT - URBAN MAN CAVE

URBAN MAN CAVE

One of our absolute fave clients is moving!  But, not too far away thank goodness.

We loved collaborating with him on renovations to his urban apartment on the outskirts of the iconic Valley precinct of Brisbane, Teneriffe. 

This week, the apartment went up for sale and he kindly directed us to the real estate link (see below) for a gander at all his photos.

It was then that we realised what a hefty contribution Charcoal Interiors had made to its manifestation as a stylish urban man-space.  Warm, adhering to the original ambience and history of the iconic building in which it is housed and with such luxurious sophistication, the apartment is now just waiting for its new inhabitant.

In the meantime, we can show it off for him!

The study featuring upholstery projects by Charcoal Interiors and gorgeous feature chair, lamp.

Kitchen and Dining areas.  The Kitchen was a real labour of love for the owner.  Stunning imported tiles adorn the splashback areas.  Balloon dining chairs in classic style have added to the eclectic mix, perfectly balanced.

Another angle of the kitchen.  Loving how they kept the existing rawness of the beams.

Imported Parisian wallpaper, feature mirror, balloon dining chairs are just a few of his little purchases from us.  The design team loved the creative process with him.  It's easy to collaborate with someone who has an ingrained sense of style from the beginning. :-)

This is a bedroom that I wouldn't want to leave.  The Antique doors feature as a bedhead (clever).  Masculine and stylish.

The imported wallpaper covering melds well with the original brickwork which thankfully the owner decided to keep.  This room oozes urban sophistication.

And no walk in robe is complete unless it has a chandelier??..right?  Love, love this room.  

Link to Teneriffe Apartment via realestate.com.au

Special credit to Peter Kilkelly from Virtual Home Tours for all the beautiful photos, which truly capture and present this apartment in the best possible light.  

Here is a link to the Virtual Home Tours website.

Virtual Home Tours

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CHRISTMAS TABLE ORDERS

Reticent as we are to mention the 'C' word in September, the fact is that Christmas is just around the corner....sorrrrryy!

And with this being our busiest time with tables, we wanted to give you a heads up that our workshop only has a couple of places left for table orders before Christmas.

Contact us today for a quote on your beautiful custom made dining table for Christmas Day.

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NEW ARRIVALS. HUGE MOROCCAN DOORS, TURKISH POTS, IRON CHANDELIERS...A TREASURE TROVE OF GOODIES!

NEW ARRIVALS...AND LET'S SEE WHAT CATHIE HAS BEEN UP TO AT CHARCOAL INTERIORS....

59 DOGGETT ST. NEWSTEAD!

Cathie always gets excited when there's new product arrivals.  Before we know it, she's spinning on her Manolos and getting stuck into merchandising.

This beautiful iron based stone side table is beyond words.  You wont be finding anything like this anywhere else by Charcoal Interiors.  

Carefully placing this Antique Turkish Urn in place...and what a history it has seen.

Our imposing Moroccan doors create a stunning backdrop to these lovely old pieces.  

All finished...what a grand greeting as you immediately step into the showroom.  The leather chair is another unique piece available for a short time only at Charcoal Interiors.

We specialise in luxury interiors with soul and warmth.  

Contact us today for more information on how we can make your dream home a reality.

Charcoal Interiors

59 Doggett St.  Newstead.  Qld.  4006

Ph 07 38526002

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CHARCOAL INTERIORS PARQUETRY DINING TABLES. OUR HALF PRICE EAMES SALE!

PARQUETRY TABLES

Well, you just can't pick it, but over the past few weeks we have had a stack of interest in our parquetry dining tables.  

We pride ourselves on the craftsmanship of all our table styles. 

Our tables are designed and custom made locally in our very own workshop using time honoured traditional techniques and finishes.

Each table is meticulously crafted by hand from sustainable timbers sourced in Australia and imported reclaimed timbers.  The result being an authentic timeless representation of the Artisan Table inspired by the antiques of Europe.

Let us at Charcoal Interiors help you design your beautiful dining table.

Enquire with us today.

Charcoal Interiors are the custom made furniture specialists in Brisbane.

You can also see more examples of our work via the Charcoal Interiors website.

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EAMES STYLE CHAIR SALE

50% OFF!

We have a set of 6 ex-floor stock Eames Style Chairs for sale.

There are 2 Carvers and 4 Side Chairs.  The set is 50% off at just $1390!

The chairs are available for viewing at Charcoal Interiors. 59 Doggett St. Newstead.

Phone 07 38526002

Open Monday to Saturday...9.30am to 5.30pm...closed Sundays.

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EXOTIC HANDWOVEN RUG ARRIVALS!

EXOTIC HAND WOVEN RUG ARRIVALS!

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We are so fortunate to work in conjunction with Milton Cater Rugs at Bangalow.

With a reputation of excellence and an extensive knowledge of the Middle Eastern and Asian rug trade, Milton has just returned from a buying trip and we have the fortune of bringing into the showroom new rug selections for you!

Exotic, luxuriously rustic hand woven Turkomans, Bactiaris, Chobis, Runners, Large Rugs, Small Rugs...and all of the highest quality and authenticity.

A rug brings to a space warmth, texture, colour, tone, sound proofing...its a place to sit...to envelope yourself in the history of these amazing works of art.

This exclusive range can be viewed at our showroom.

Charcoal Interiors

59 Doggett St.

Newstead.  Brisbane. Qld

Ph. 07 38526002

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MAKING PLANS FOR CHANGE...THE BRAIN SPACE...KETTLE AND TIN FOR BREAKFAST....MELON AND PROSCUITTO SUPER EASY RECIPE...MIDORI MARTINI..YES! AND MORE...HAPPY FRIDAY!

FEBRUARY...TIME TO MAKE PLANS FOR CHANGE

February...welcome to the Month of love.  It's when things start to ramp up, Christmas is over, and the party has finished.  Time to get those plans of yours and start putting them into action.
Our design team has acquired a massive range of new fabrics from European Velvets to soft weaves and more, more, more.....make an appointment today for your curtains, soft furnishings or upholstery requirements.
It's one of the things that we do best!
Our Team is happy to assist.

CHARCOAL INTERIORS
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NEWSTEAD.  QLD.  4006

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....THE BRAINS SPACE....

Credit - Olson Kundig Architects

Remember how Dad used to duck off to his man 'shed' when you were a kid?
Mine did...and it was usually to tinker with one of his vintage cars, or sip on a beer without Mum nagging him about it.  

Credit - Olson Kundig Architects

Well, we stumbled upon this amazing adaptation of the old fashioned shed this week.  Called 'The Brain' and created by architect Olson Kundig, it is a 14,280 cubic food cinematic laboratory, where their client, a filmkaker, can work out ideas.

 Credit - Olson Kundig Architects

Dont' you love the little hidey hole just for the dog!

Credit Olson Kundig Architects

"You'll Have Lots Of Time To Rest When You're Six Feet Under"....hmmm....we like it! (above)

A cast in place concrete box that is as raw as it is sleek and industrial.
We love it.
http://www.olsonkundigarchitects.com/


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...QUEENSLAND TIMBER FLOORING...

This is a reminder that the Queensland Timber Flooring representative Andy Singleton, will be in the showroom tomorrow (Saturday 2nd February) to answer all your questions in regards to beautiful timber flooring for your home.  There is nothing that Andy doesn't know about timber flooring and what he doesn't know..well, it hasn't been thought of yet!

Pop in and say hi to Andy.  Come and see our huge selection of quality timber flooring, laid in sections and a beautiful example of what can be done for you!

QUEENSLAND TIMBER FLOORING

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FLOODING

Well, when we wrote out top tips out for Australia Day partying last week, we had no idea what was to develop over the course of the weekend here in Queensland.

Torrential rain, blustery, at times gale forced winds and flooding in parts of Brisbane with other sections of Queensland completely devastated ie Bundaberg, Laidley etc...

So, our hearts go out to those affected.

The Government websites are encouraging those who wish to contribute to check out the Givit website as there is a list of essentials required by those in need.  Its a bit like a bridal registry...you give the items that are specifically asked for and needed the most.

GIVIT.ORG.AU

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OUT AND ABOUT

My daughter was leaving for Europe just before Christmas Day, and I decided to take her out for breakfast.

There's a new kid on the block in Paddington.  Given Terrace is an abundance of restaurants and cafes.  What was once our fave 'Pandemonium' has been replaced with 'Kettle and Tin'.

Kettle and Tin is a restaurant and bar with a clever open plan design whilst still keeping the quaint ambience of the old original home.

With the traveller outside in the courtyard before it started to rain.

My daughter had the usual Eggs Benny $18, and I went for the 'Hunters' eggs - eggs scrambled with roma tomato/sauteed onion and proscuitto topping.  This was washed down with a couple of extra hot skinny caps.

My Hunters Eggs

We found the service very attentive and swift.  The food was really good.  It began to rain and so we moved indoors (we originally sat in the courtyard out the front) into one of the comfortable booths to the right by the window.  

REALLY good coffee......mmmmmm

Kettle and Tin was a pleasant experience, although I do agree with some of the other reviews on the Urbanspoon website in respect to blandness of food as we did find on our second visit that the hashcakes were a tad lacking in flavour.  As far as service went on both occasions, it was faultless....whoever does the hiring there needs a pat on the back.

All up, a pretty good experience and we will be back another day to give lunch or dinner a whirl.

Kettle And Tin

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IT'S COCKTAIL FRIDAY!

I love a good dry Martini on a special occasion, but there's also a huge range of variations on this classic cocktail  ie...the Grapefruit Martini, Peach martini, Apple Martini, Cosmo Martini, Chocolate Martini, Espresso Martini (made by Pete the Greek and my all time fave...) and I could go on and on but today we are focusing on my latest discovery, the 'Midori Martini'.
Sharply refreshing, a well-chilled martini spiked with the tang of citrus is the perfect way to unwind after a long and exhausting day.  Feel like a millionaire as you raise the cool, frosted glass to your lips!

WHAT YOU NEED
90ml lemon vodka
14ml Cointreau
14ml Midori
Juice of 1/4 of a lemon
Ice cubes
Twist of lemon zest to serve

WHAT TO DO
Shake the vodka, Cointreau, Midori and lemon juice together with plenty of ice cubes.  Strain into a glass and serve decorated with a twist of lemon zest.

Pop your feet up....enjoy!

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Credit Kevin H via flickr


PROSCUITTO WRAPPED ROCKMELON

Buying seasonal produce has loads of benefits.  The product is fresher, you will be supporting local growers and the flavours are more pronounced in fresh seasonal produce as opposed to those which have been stored in cold storage...sometimes for more than a year.

I bought a Rockmelon for the family BBQ the other night and it was incredibly sweet and delicious.  Rockmelon are in season during Summer only in Australia, so take advantage of this very versatile fruit while you can.

For our BBQ,  and to satisfy the Meditteranean tastes of Pete the Greek and co, I tried out this great recipe for Proscuitto Wrapped Rockmelon.  Its super easy, and try drizzling some Balsamic Vinegar over the top too...deeeelish!

Credit pilgrimgirl via flickr


HERE'S THE RECIPE!

The Sweet-Salty combo is divine!

Credit lynn.gardner via flickr


WHAT YOU NEED:
Proscuitto de parma - as for it to be sliced super thing at the deli
Rockmelon - seeded and cut from the rind in wedges - as above
A sprinkling of rock salt
A drizzle of Balsamic 

WHAT TO DO:
OK...this is pretty technical...NOT!
Just lovingly wrap the proscuitto around the melon as shown above
Sprinkle sparingly with rock salt
Display on a beautiful plate.
Have the Balsamic handy so everyone can drizzle Balsamic to their taste.

Try matching this with a New Zealand Sauvingnon Blanc...the melon flavours will really burst through and compliment well.  We like Geisen at the moment...its a good quality drop and also well priced.  Lovely freshness on the palate and beautiful honey tones that are delicate.

Enjoy!

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Until next week....Jen's off to McLaren Vale for more wine research and Cath's busy packing her bags for a quick trip to the Coast!

Love, Light and Laughter to all!

The Charcoal Team
xxx

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