New Way to Play

While a game of tag or hide-and-seek won’t harm the environment, neither will settling into a new—and decidedly more cool—Modern Playhouse. These tyke-size abodes are constructed of locally sourced and recycled materials, and the simple no-frills design won’t clash with the look of Mom and Dad’s dwelling. $1,250-$1,450. www.modern-playhouse.com.

 

Bubbly
We love our lighting with a touch of whimsy—and the new Aqua by Troy Lighting collection (for both indoors and out) delivers just that. The water-inspired fixtures sport hand-worked wrought iron bubbles and plenty of personality. Prices start at $252. www.troy-lighting.com.

 

Designer Digs
Donna Karan can do no wrong when it comes to designing timeless threads—whether for the body or the home. The bedding in the new Fall DKNY Home Collection features modern and
masculine looks and playful prints (like the pictured Wildflower Field set). www.donnakaranhome.com.

 

Sweet Nectar
As guests stop by your home this holiday season, greet them with the refreshing scent of the new Agave Nectar Candle ($26). The aroma of agave nectar, ruby red grapefruit, guava and lemon blossom makes for a warm welcome. www.thymes.com.

Classy Cloth
To add a layer of luxe to our homes this fall, we’ve got our eyes on the rich shades and silky-satin textures of the new Posh collection from Perennials Fabrics. Available to the trade. www.perennialsfabrics.com.

 

Break the Mold
The new Tribeca Collection, a line of modern moldings, corbels, textured panels and turned legs, is bound to turn a blah room into a beautiful one. Prices start at $430, depending on wood and style. www.enkeboll.com.

 

Paradise Found
Proving that the housing market is ready for a rebound, the Valley will welcome a new luxury home community, Village at Paradise Reserve, next year. Cullum Homes has been tapped as the exclusive builder at the new Paradise Valley village, which will include 32 custom homes, ranging from 3,352 to 5,100 square feet, and have a starting price of $1.5 million. The first model is slated for completion in February. www.paradisereserve.com; www.cullumhomes.com.

TIPS OF THE TRADE
AFM asks our favorite pros for their designing advice. Claire Ownby, of Ownby Design, says…

DO
• Layer your overall décor with multiple styles like mismatched nightstands or combine contemporary seating with antique side pieces.
• Use a single large-scale plant and/or grouping of several small plants to accessorize a room.
• Establish a subtle color palette of solids with a pop of color or pattern in a rug or accent pillows.

DON'T
• Use matchy-matchy sets of furniture.
• Use several small plants scattered throughout a room.
• Layer multiple patterns and colors in a single room.