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Get the Look: (Untitled)

CasaSugar — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:00:35 -0700

I am beyond excited for Jonathan Parker's new satirical indie comedy (Untitled), about a brooding avant-garde composer who falls for a trendy NYC gallerist, which stars Adam Goldberg and Marley Shelton - watch the trailer here. Seeing as the plot is set in the quirky world of contemporary art and music, it's no surprise that there's lots of modern design to drool over. The sets look downright hip and are full of furnishings that bridge the gap been art and décor. Many are also furnishings readily available to you! So let's see how you can get the look of this exciting flick.

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Guess What French Film This House Starred In?

CasaSugar — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 08:00:34 -0700

This ultra-modern house, equipped with all the latest automated conveniences, was one of the most important "characters" of an Oscar-winning 1958 French film. Can you name the film?

Guess What Films These Houses Starred In?

CasaSugar — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 09:00:30 -0700

Big-screen productions make a habit of showcasing coveted cribs . . . so much so that sometimes the architecture or interior design is more memorable than the plot! Take this quiz to see how well you know your movie houses.

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What movie did this Colonial star in?

Get the Look: Amelie's Bedroom

CasaSugar — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 09:00:05 -0700

Amélie Poulain took not only France but the world by storm. We were all swept away by her quirky French je ne sais quoi, awkward naïveté, and childlike demeanor. Of course, the movie Amélie also made an impression from an artistic standpoint. From the scenery and the tunes to the coloring and the editing, I was encapsulated in Amélie's fantastical world in every sense. The sets, particularly her apartment, were as captivating as the innocent girl, and I've always been intrigued by her bedroom. So, when a Su Casa member inquired about her comforter, I decided I'd attempt to show you how to get the look of the room. To hear my thoughts, read more.

To begin, you must set the stage with a metallic rouge wallpaper like Amelie's, and paint your wainscoting to match. The Graham & Brown Serenity Wallpaper ($60/bolt) shares a gold-on-red pattern with Oriental charm and a delicate, starry design.

You can find her prints by Michael Sowa, the Fowl With Pearls ($14.99) and Filmhound ($14.99), at Art.com, and have them hung in unmatching frames for the same peculiar, offbeat look.

As for the comforter, which Su Casa member eunyee9 asked about, I couldn't track the exact design. But, I think the Dream Silk Comforter ($349), with its peachy champagne color, interesting quilting pattern, and plush heft is a good match. To see more Amélie-esque bedroom furnishings, check out this widget:

Veneer Profile Frames - $19.00	Eccolo Red Heart Journal - $9.99
Swing Motif Frame 5x7" - $39.95	Linden Street® 5" Round Metal Clock - $40.00
Sealy Best Fit!® 330TC Sheet Set - $34.99	310TC Easy Care Standard Pillowcases - $30.00
Tribecca Bed - $699.00	"Dream" Silk Bed Linens - $124.90

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Open House: Your Thoughts on Home Theaters

CasaSugar — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 03:30:00 -0800

Home theaters have almost become a requisite for Americans building mega-McMansions, and they're quite common in the homes of the Hollywood elite. Personally, I just find them excessive. And since going to the theater is one of my favorite pastimes, I'd never give up popcorn and Slurpees in favor of a leather La-Z-Boy, even if ticket prices are well above $10 these days. Woody Allen, on the other hand, favors the home theater. When recently asked by New York magazine if he still goes to the movies, he said, "I don’t, because I have this [gesturing to the screening room], and so it’s much easier for me to call up and say, 'Can I get a print of The Women sent over here?' and I can just come in here with a couple of friends on a Saturday night and see it." What are your thoughts? Would you have a home theater built if you could afford to?
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Guess Which Film Featured This House?

CasaSugar — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 05:30:15 -0700

This house in Salzburg, Austria, was home to the characters in a 1965 film. Can you name the film?

Crave Worthy: French Blow-Up Poster

CasaSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 04:30:02 -0700

OK, I may have had an irrational love for the 1966 Michelangelo Antonioni film Blow-Up (starring Vanessa Redgrave, Sarah Miles, and David Hemmings) since I was in the womb, but I am not alone in my love for the mod Brit film's killer poster. It often tops lists of the world's greatest and most iconic posters (see here and here), written by cinephiles and design fiends alike, and for good reason. The original 1966 Italian design is the one most fawned over, but there are actually several variations, almost all featuring a sexy model and her photographer. I for one have a soft spot for the French poster, designed by Georges Kerfyser, which is a variation of the original by its Southeastern neighbor. The design is confrontational, racy, and mod in a kitschy magenta and blue color scheme; what could be better? Those adjectives sound so tawdry, but I'd honestly kill to hang the eye-catcher in my house: if only it didn't sell for 450 smackers. If you haven't seen the film, Netflix it, and maybe then you'll begin to understand where I'm coming from.

CasaSugar's Favorite Twilight Posts

CasaSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:15 -0800

Today is the opening day for New Moon, and I think that by now, it's pretty obvious that here at Sugar HQ, we're totally excited about it! (In fact, we're going to all take in a screening of the movie today). While many fans focus on the vamps and romance, I'm more apt to notice the architecture and home decor. Follow along to see some of my favorite home-related ideas from the first two films.
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Decorating Ideas to Steal From the Set of Broken Embraces

CasaSugar — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:00:02 -0800

Broken Embraces opens tomorrow in the US, and I'm so excited to see Penelope Cruz working again with director Pedro Almodovar. The film follows an aspiring actress who's secretly in love with a director, but is stagnating in a bad marriage. It's also chock-full of fun, colorful interior design ideas. Check out my favorite ideas from the film.
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Crave Worthy: 2 Jane Adhesive Window Films

CasaSugar — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 10:00:16 -0700

I've never seen anything quite like these 2 Jane Adhesive Window Films ($76 for a 37" x 52" roll), but I love the idea of adding a little style to my window panes. Available in six patterns, the stick-on designs could be used to create privacy windows or replicate the look of etched glass. You could also use them on glass table tops and mirrors for an unexpected look.

Some of the patterns are delicate and feminine - including the White Moroccan Tile "Otto" and the White Flowers and Lace (pictured) - while the White Orba design has a more mod look. To apply, you just use water, and the films peel off without leaving residue behind. What do you guys think of these window films? How would you use them?