minor details

why yes ...

Not only does this video move me because it should, but wait for it at the end.... a slide slash staircase mixed with the tap jazz finale totally rocks my world!

  

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oh hello ...

It's been WAY too long. My blogging skills are a bit rusty. I promise to not let so much time pass again. I hope you all have been well and enjoying life. I've missed you......

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Uhm, let's see, where to start? I was busy working on a few retail concepts for the amazing kid brands, Appaman and Hiho Batik . I then wanted to focus a bit on my own artistic endeavors and found myself doing massive art installations and window design for THESE guys. And then I found myself presented with an amazing opportunity at CasaKids ... which is where you will find me these days. I'm still creating amazing spaces for children and still need to unload all these visual references that I've been storing up. So never fear, I'll be back!

 

 

sunshine and rainbows

Ecole Maternelle Pajol, a four-classroom kindergarten on Rue Pajol in Paris’s 18th arrondissement, looked to Palatre and Leclere Architect firm to turn this 1940's building into a colorful education environment ..... and we think it's simply amazing!

 

 

 

life size colorforms

I am loving PANYL and the dope colors / wood grain finishes they offer for your IKEA furniture. Yes!! It's like playing with Colorforms in real life!

lets get this party started

Why hello, thanks for stopping by! It's time to step it up a notch and turn the tables. I would like to ask something of you, if you don't mind. Minor Details is applying for a small business grant that would allow an expansion in every way that was imagined, way back in 2007. All I ask is that you take 30 seconds of your time and cast your vote. If Minor Details can muster 250 votes, then we are in the running for The Mission Small Business grant from Chase and Living Social! If we were to get this $250k grant, Minor Details could expand into developing a modern furniture line for kids and teens, open up a brick and mortar and build a proper website! So let's get this party started shall we?? It's been WAY too long. Help me build this brand and continue creating space for children!

Voting is easy :

1. go to www.missionsmallbusiness.com

2. sign in with your Facebook account

3. search for 'Minor Details Design' in Brooklyn, NY

4. vote!

Thank you so much for your support.

Cheers -jenn

 

a home collection for the mini

Coming in July, H&M baby/kids Home Collection. (via)

face it

I'm all for freehand face painting but I must admit THIS stencil kit would certainly come in handy!

a might seat

Mondo Cane has a pretty stellar vintage children's chair collection, no? You can view the collection at Partners and Spade on May 17th from 6-9pm. Awe yeah.

 

a playful lounge

How stunning is THIS playspace that was hand knitted by hand by Toshiko Horiuchi Macadam?!? This is part of the permanent collection of the Hakone Open-Air Museum in Japan called Woods of Net.

 

 

i see you

Very French Gansters is one part dope products and one part great branding ... which in my book ranks bees knees.

 

create something

I am absolutley looking forward to Avant Garde Preschool with Julia Chiang this Sunday at Partners and Spade! I hope to see you there. The last one my daughter and I attended was a Dissertation on White Noise with Thurston Moore and we had an amazing experience.

 

 

lay it down

I am currently in love with this playful rug by Samuel Accoceberry for Chevalier. How nicely would this play in a child's room?!?

 

 

 

landscape

Oh how I love this little Landscape Dinner Set.

(found while strolling thru pinterest)

 

 

 

mix it up, What?

That's right, there are a new pair of leggings in town and they are dope! Polkadot Whatallows girls to express themselves in whatever way they want by way of interactive design that leads to their individual expression. Not to mention the selection graphics are supa cute. AND, for every one creation and purchase of a pair of Polkadot What leggings, $1 will be donated to provide two school lunches to two children in South Africa through theLunchbox Fund - a non-profit organization that provides daily meals to impoverished school children in South Africa. Whoot! 

 

just like that

ixxi is currently rocking my world. You can create your own photo murals or floating walls! i *love* you ixxi.

 

 

rollin

Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, from Cantata 147 never sounded so dope! (via one of my new favs!)

incog-neat-o

Looks like I've found my Halloween Costume

 

Sunglasses (see more black shades)

big pimpin

M'kay, so the guys over at Porsche got wise to the baby making game and came out with The Porsche Design P'4911 stroller ... and it's not that bad ... but is it comfortable and able to 'corner like it's on rails?'

yup

Sometimes I get real giddy when I see beautifully fun minimal design. I believe the Serpent Modular Shelving from Bashko Trybek hits that spot.

i got lots of love ....

for all you guys! I know my posts have been really few and far between. Life, family and work have taken my full attention these days. One project that I am in the final stages of, is for 2 brothers and their individual bedrooms. I'm going to share a sneak peak of J's room. The pics are a bit rough but you'll get the idea. He's part time rock star, part time basketball player and full time energy. I wanted to make a space that could adapt to his particular interests. This custom unit features a high-loft that you can turn into a lounge area or bed. Below can serve as a bed as well that is on casters in case he wants to move the bed position. Or, if he kept his bed up top, the platform turns into a giant play table. There is also a sliding hanging guitar panel to keep them safe and sound when not in use. He has tons of built-in storage and lighting through-out! Did I mention the basketball court as well?? I'll share some pics from G's room soon! Cheers -jenn

 

 

 

may i help you?

There is something sweet, simple and inviting about Caroline Gomez's Bonjour Madame shop....wouldn't you agree?

for the modern nemo

Best fish bowl ever! Finally fish get some modern love too!

 

the beauty of balance

How dope are these high gloss wooden 'magical beans'? Form and function, with a dash of modern beauty that both child and adult could enjoy.

breakin it down

Directed by Tony Kelly for American Apparel from Tony Kelly Photography on Vimeo.

go speed racer

THIS rug is perfect to grace the floor of a budding Danica Patrick or Earnhardt Jr!

 

leander

Totally digging the new Leander Stool Set. Are you?

put your feet up

Every time I see the School Chaise by Guy Brown, I picture them in school libraries...don't you?

light it up

Dear Universe, I am on the hunt for a Yves Christin Ballon Lamp. Hope to hear from you soon. Love, Jenn

cradle rock

Whoa, Nika Zupanic is making some pretty sweet cradles. I'm totally signing up for her newsletter! Perhaps cribs are next??

sitting pretty

These two pieces by Alain Berteau are simply beautiful. The Stool 60 tricycle and Stool 60 Swing are right up my design alley! 

 

poppin

Finally, things to make anyones desk space beautiful, functional and fun. Poppin, I lurve you....

 

appaman

Last summer I was approached, by the fine people at Appaman, to come up with the Retail Concept that could translate into a brick and mortar, a section inside a department store or stand alone kiosk. The direction was to create a balance of Scandinavian design mixed with a hint of vintage, a dash of modern and a nod to NYC street style. I am very happy to announce that Appaman HK just opened it's doors in Central Hong Kong! Below is where the project started and then to it's grand opening only weeks ago! More images HERE.

 

stack.sit.repeat

THIS stacking chair throne from Laurens Van Wierigen is kinda rocking my world right now.

all aboard

Tomm Velthuis is taking the excecution of the Train Table to a whole new level....and I think I like it.

 

my urbio

Urbio is the magically magnetic vertical urban garden! This little gem could also turn into an awesome art center organizer for the kiddos! Whoot!

 

casaurus

Casaurus was built by student designer Koichiro Hoshino and I think it's genius! He created this dinosaur-themed bookshelf/playground for his senior thesis. I want one of these in my house! More images HERE.

simply adjusted

I *love* this adjustable child's table from Perludi. Simply executed and very well considered in my opinion.

 

green play

For Earth Day, I'd like to give a shout out to Sprig Toys, a kid powered, battery free and eco-friendly toy company. You should get up all in that! 

lock the light

Another stunner from Milan is this Birch Interlocking Circle Hanging light from Normann Cohpenhagen 

chunky bunk

Whoa, check out Marc Newson's prototype Bunk for Magis Me Too! (via) 

a 3 string connection

The Loog Guitar is a D.I.Y kit from Rafael Atijas. His kickstarter campaign is going amazingly well! . Its a real guitar, that plays real music! The kit is intended to bond parent and child to build and create music! Given the success already on Kickstarter, you can pre-order your kit for $150. Money well spent i'd say.

for the budding techie

Finally, the Playmobil Apple Store Playset ! I totally don't mind standing in this queue for the Genius Bar!

 

 

for the budding don draper

Seriously, these Mod Suits over at Appaman are absolutely dapper! 

 

 

soggy stinks

Finally, a dope solution to soggy cereal. I didn't think I could fall in a love with a bowl .... but I think I just did. More info HERE. (via)

its no secret

that I adore Kalon Studios. I am loving them a bit more today as they are just about to release their Echo Toddler Bed. Which goes swimmingly with the Echo Dresser!

for the budding viking

I know the weather is finally getting warmer but c'mon, THIS viking hat is awesome any time of year!

 

 

 

oh la la

I'm loving this colorful bench from NOLA!

 

magnetic building

I am totally smitten with this colorful magnetic wooden blocks by Tegu. They are eco-friendly, colorful and provide limitless possiblities. You can purchase yours HERE!

small great space

Wow. This is a stellar example of maximizing space with a hugh dash of well-considered design. The challenge was to turn a 2 bedroom apartment into a comfortable and functional space for a family with 4 kids! Bravo MihaDesign Studio! (via BB) Photos : Sadao Hotta

 

 

 

catching up

Hey gang! I just wanted to say hello and let you know that I've been a busy little bee. A ton of special projects brewing and some pretty stellar things in the works. I thought I'd share a few selections from current works. One is an indoor play structure , a custom storage unit / bunk bed and loft bed / secret above-the-closet nook! I promise to post more pics and details soon! In the mean time ... here is are a few sneak peaks. 

 

Oh, did you guys get a chance to see THIS TimeOutNY Kids piece?