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summer/fall 2014 l www.caracole.com 12014 SUMMER/FALL
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∙ Natalia Kletsko ∙Decor Club
Berlin, Germany
We
and
Caracole forimpeccable ergonomicsstyle,
appreciate
great design.
∙ Kris Kolar ∙ Clive Daniel Home
Naples, Florida
Caracole is original, unique andCCarexceptional.
∙ Natali Eliezer ∙Addison House
Panama City, Panama
eleganceCaracole is where
makes the difference.
∙ Amanda Talavera ∙Quality Group
Asunción, Paraguay
versatility
innovative designs
Our customers appreciate theof the products;
Caracole’s unique and
define different environments with elegance.
∙ Lily ∙Markor Home Furnishings
Changsha, China
Every piece represents
and high value! It’s a little bit retro,a little bit French, a little bit Hollywood...
and totally
high design
glamourous.
∙ Somchai A. ∙Arkitektura
Bangkok, Thailand
Our Customers love Caracole.
American living lifestyle simply servingAmerican and markets.
The design is simple but
Caracole is the newsophisticated.
eclectic
international
∙ Alan Castillo ∙Norman Miller
Garza Garcia, Mexico
With Caracole you will enjoy
that coexists perfectly between classic and
You can trust something new and beautiful is coming.
beautiful furnituremodern style.
∙ Scott Larrabee ∙Larrabees Furniture
& DesignLittleton, Colorado
Caracole is the most
line in our storeand we are proud to be a part
of the Caracole team!
fashion forward
around the world
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∙ Natalia Kletsko ∙Decor Club
Berlin, Germany
We
and
Caracole forimpeccable ergonomicsstyle,
appreciate
great design.
∙ Kris Kolar ∙ Clive Daniel Home
Naples, Florida
Caracole is original, unique andCCarexceptional.
∙ Natali Eliezer ∙Addison House
Panama City, Panama
eleganceCaracole is where
makes the difference.
∙ Amanda Talavera ∙Quality Group
Asunción, Paraguay
versatility
innovative designs
Our customers appreciate theof the products;
Caracole’s unique and
define different environments with elegance.
∙ Lily ∙Markor Home Furnishings
Changsha, China
Every piece represents
and high value! It’s a little bit retro,a little bit French, a little bit Hollywood...
and totally
high design
glamourous.
∙ Somchai A. ∙Arkitektura
Bangkok, Thailand
Our Customers love Caracole.
American living lifestyle simply servingAmerican and markets.
The design is simple but
Caracole is the newsophisticated.
eclectic
international
∙ Alan Castillo ∙Norman Miller
Garza Garcia, Mexico
With Caracole you will enjoy
that coexists perfectly between classic and
You can trust something new and beautiful is coming.
beautiful furnituremodern style.
∙ Scott Larrabee ∙Larrabees Furniture
& DesignLittleton, Colorado
Caracole is the most
line in our storeand we are proud to be a part
of the Caracole team!
fashion forward
Let’s connect. We love social butterflies.
e take pride in the fact that Caracole is sold around the world. We’ll continue to push the envelope when it comes to design and the exquisite details that go into every piece we create. From elegant, modern hardware to over seventy-five luminous, metallic, hand-rubbed and faux painted finishes with luxe fabrics such as linen, velvet, leather, silk brocade and crewel - at Caracole, we want to inspire you to take your home in a beautiful new direction. Visit caracole.com to find a store near you.
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mr. k’s key closed storage
who’s the fairest of all mirror
cover: gridlock console table
groovy chair
hide and seek ottoman
i’m petrified side table
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As you flip through these pages, our hope is that you can feel the love
we invest in each and every furnishings item.
T o our friends and first acquaintances, welcome to this season’s Caracole magazine. We hope you love it as much as we enjoyed creating it for you. With every product introduction, we strive to bring forth something fresh to our new and loyal customers. It’s you that inspires us, after all.
As you flip through these pages, our hope is that you can feel the love we invest in each and every furnishings item. The sensual shape of a table leg; a striking upholstered silhouette; the drama in a custom hardware design, or the touch of shimmer in a signature wood finish - these are the nuanced details that give our pieces their distinctive personalities.
In this issue, we are also excited to feature some of the extraordinary work of two talented interior designers. We love to see how they mix and match our products in both a residential and commercial setting. Many designers and retailers have additionally embraced our newest program, Caracole Couture, which allows for the customization of our most popular upholstery silhouettes. Customers can select from over 65 popular frames and an elegant library of fabrics and leathers, or they can provide their own selection of materials.
One of the most gratifying aspects of working on the Caracole brand is the feedback we receive from our customers. We never wanted to be like other furniture companies, and we always feel honored when buyers find themselves enchanted by a special design feature or some unexpected embellishment.
Throughout the magazine, we have included quotes from fans around the world. We thought you might enjoy hearing why Caracole is their go-to resource for stylish furnishings. Caracole is now sold in over forty countries, including the United States. Which makes perfect sense, since we love to travel and look beyond our borders for the inspiration that will continue to fuel a globally-relevant brand.
Thanks for sharing the love with us,
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
melanie
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all that jazz sofa
come oval here cocktail table
gilt-y side table
To add a sense of visual flow to an interior, look for furniture that has soft curves, or interesting legs with sensual shapes. Curves help to soften all the hard surfaces and straight lines in a room.
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Gray tones in the pillow and upholstery fabrics, and the
shimmery silver quality of the leafed finishes, are in harmony
with the beautiful neutral paint colors found throughout this
featured home. To ensure interiors flow effortlessly from one
room to another, it’s important to include unifying details in
each individual room.
All that Jazz
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Caracole is the perfect mix of whimsy and function to make a room sparkle.
- Machiko Penny, Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Chicago, Illinois
To achieve a modern feeling in the bedroom, skip the traditional bed skirt and opt for a fully upholstered bed with fashion tailoring details. Fully upholstered beds can also add a soft, comfort element to clean looks.
lovie dovie bed
upon reflection closed storage
hide and seek ottoman
right: buona notte closed storage
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Crisp white linens tuck neatly into the upholstered side rails, making it
easy to keep a well-appointed bedroom stylishly intact. Lovie Dovie is
our definition of luxurious comfort. Dove gray velvet covers the side
rails, while also framing the lighter gray velvet interior on the headboard.
A contrasting welt in a creamy faux shagreen further defines the
headboard’s border. Tapered picture frame legs finished in a combination
of gold and silver leaf add to the bed’s elegant character.
At Caracole, we always aim to surprise and delight. Open the top
drawer of Buona Notte to discover its interior design - our own silk-
screened silver metallic pattern, as lovely as the lining of a couture
Chanel suit.
Lovie Dovie
Pretty in PinkThe virtues of a great sofa dressed in a stylish neutral
linen should not be undervalued. As interiors change
over time, a great sofa with an interesting silhouette
has staying power. And it can be easily updated with a
new array of pillows when it’s time for a fresh look.
pretty in pink sofa
curly-q cocktail table
french-y side table
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I love Caracole because of the timeless designs and exquisite
details that go into every piece of furniture they create.
And the names are so fun! Caracole’s hidden and multi-
functional features always add surprises and delight to the
shopping experience.
The rule of thumb when choosing an end table for beside the sofa is to look for one that is slightly below the height of the sofa’s arms.
up to something sofa
palette table cocktail table
groovy chair
crushed ice side table
right: gold-y console table
hide and seek ottoman
- Sophia Fan, Markor Home Furnishings
Soochow, China
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A thoughtful mix of art, natural elements and lighting helps to express personality so that decor
choices do not appear methodic. Give guests a hint of what’s to come by establishing a warm and
welcoming tone in the entrance hall. Gold-y offers a dramatic display surface for art and collectibles
as well as the perfect proportions for a pair of lamps. A streamlined drawer is integrated into the
console’s design offering hidden storage for keys, mail and other essentials. The hand applied, soft gold
leaf finish casts an elegant glow in the ambient lamp light. An asymmetrical arrangement of art gains
balance with the clever addition of a pair of Hide and Seek ottomans.
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Infuse any room with light and energy by selecting pieces that feature metallic finishes or reflective surfaces; shimmer and shine add another layer of visual texture to interior spaces, along with a little wink of glamour.
italian dressing closed storage
whoi’s the fairest of all mirror
swing time chair
crushed ice side table
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Play up a dramatic architectural focal point like a fireplace with a symmetrical
seating arrangement. Symmetry, when done right, creates balance within
a space and brings with it a sense of order and harmony. Con-seated has a
curvy, undulating silhouette that looks beautiful from every angle. Its tailored
upholstery and Almost Black exposed wood frame make it a stylish choice for
floating directly in front of the hearth.Italian Dressing’s top drawer is fitted with a removable, felt-lined jewelry tray, and the drawer bottoms are silk-screened in a stylish, silver metallic design.
Caracole is always on the cutting edge, with inspired designs that have unique personality and function.
- Quinn Jordan,Jordan’s Interiors
British Columbia, Canada
con-seated sofa
i’m a rect cocktail table
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Featured Designer:Debbie MillerLas Vegas, Nevadawww.debbiemillerdesign.com
We are excited to feature some of the extraordinary work of two talented
interior designers, Debbie Miller of Las Vegas, Nevada; and Lucie Patton of
Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We love to see how these designers have
mixed and matched individual pieces within the Caracole brand in both a
residential and a commercial setting. We are excited to see an increasing
number of designers recognize that Caracole offers great value and
enduring style for their commercial projects.
DesignerSpotlight
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For an opportunity to be featured in our next Caracole magazine, send your images to [email protected]
Style is paramount. The array of product within the marketplace can be overwhelming. Caracole narrows my focus and provides stylish solutions to my toughest design challenges.
- Lucie PattonInterior Designer
Featured Designer:Lucie Matthews PattonWinston-Salem, North Carolina
One large, bold piece of art strategically placed between the french doors over the console sets the tone for the room and gives the eye a place to rest. Choose furniture with a modern edge to complement the established mood.
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for your viewing pleasure closed storage
on edge-b chair pop the cork side table
Neutral doesn’t have to mean boring. Look for interesting pieces in an easy palette that give a
room kinetic energy. Dramatic silhouettes, sensual textures or striking artistic details can give a
room character, forgoing the need for busy colors or patterns. The highly-reflective, reticulated
Gold Bullion finished metal frame of Crushed Ice and Ice Breaker are perfect choices for a
modern, neutral setting.
Crushed Ice
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ice breaker chair
i’m petrified side table
left: crushed ice side table
up to something sofa
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Enhance the intimacy of a room by painting the walls
a dramatic dark hue. For a warm and cozy space, try
a tone-on-tone approach to decorating by mixing
finishes, fabrics and rugs with the same underlying
color story. A damask fabric like the one on the
Miss Priss chair is neutral, yet its lively pattern adds
movement and texture. The deep black chair legs help
to create a perceptible grounding effect.
The hint of metallic in an alluring gray-blue finish on
our playfully named chest It’s the Bomb-Bay adds to
the mix of visual textures in any room. The scale of
our custom made Mother of Pearl drawer hardware is
matched only by this storage item’s big personality.
Bar carts create a destination in the room where people will want to mingle. Take the next step and encourage guests to mix their own libations by stocking the bar with interesting spirits, stylish bar accessories and recipes for creative cocktails.
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it’s the bomb-bay closed storage
miss priss chair
left: dean martini open storage
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Get the party started with a chair they’ll be talking about long after they leave. The custom engineered frame of the Ice Breaker chair is wrapped in a Gold Bullion metal tone and the off-white linen-blend fabric offers simplistic beauty.
boxed in sectional
palette table cocktail tables
ice breaker chair
left: on the edge cocktail table
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On the EdgeOften the last piece of furniture added to a room, the cocktail table
should not only complement seating styles, but consider also its unique
functionality. The rule of thumb is that the table’s height should be two
inches lower than the adjacent seating. To ensure comfort, position the
edge 18-inches from the sofa - close enough to reach your drink and far
enough away to stretch your legs.
Aesthetically, the cocktail table has an important role to play. It can act as
the main star, or serve as a strong supporting character. A glass-topped
table visually enlarges a small space because it appears to take up less
room. A table featuring rich, dark wood grounds a room filled with light
and neutral upholstery. Sometimes it’s difficult to find the perfect table
with the exact proportions. Instead of one large table, consider a creative
grouping of two or more small ones to do the trick.
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Caracole showcases a wide selection of attractive, high quality furniture and accessories. They are known for attention to the details and the ability to combine luxury with livability.
- Kathleen Mikszan,Interior DesignerMcLean, Virginia
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straight talk sofa
on edge-a chair what a hunk cocktail table
step it up side table
left: groovy chair
palette table cocktail table
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When choosing a cocktail table consider all your options. Sometimes three are better than one. If your sectional sofa dominates the room, it may be best complemented by a collection of smaller tables in interesting shapes, like What’s Your Point, one of our favorites.
boxed in sectional
holy smoke side table
what’s your point cocktail tables
welcome back chair
this just end side table
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Caracole Couture is the custom line that I have been waiting for! Color is the magic key that unlocks beauty in a space. Now I have beautiful pieces at my fingertips with the power to create infinite color and pattern possibilities. I am just tickled pink - or turquoise, or fuchsia or apricot...
- Jaclyn Ehrlich,Interior Designer
Charlotte, North Carolina
a la carte side chair
mod-urn side table
back cover: my better half console table
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Exclusively yours. Celebrate your style confidence by stepping up to the Caracole Couture custom upholstery program. Select from our many luxurious and fashion-forward fabrics, finishes, nailheads and trims, to correlate with any interior color palette, and relish the opportunity to express your uniquely personal tastes and talents for creating beautiful spaces.
Our Caracole Couture program allows for careful attention to detail and the pursuit of excellence – focused on enduring design and lasting workmanship - because discerning customers aspire to more than mere function in a sofa or chair.
There’s more to exclusive upholstery looks than meets the eye. In the mountainous region of Western North Carolina, the historical seat of the home furnishings industry, generations of craftsmen and craftswomen have honed their skills in the art of customized upholstery.
Interpreting each individual customized creation requires several areas of specialization. As fabric and leather are cut and sewn, frames are prepared, utilizing age old techniques like 8-way hand tying, to secure the larger seating platforms. Many steps later, in the finishing room, each frame is a new canvas for the artist’s brush. A dedicated upholsterer completes the final critical steps of applying fabric to frame, resulting in a finished product that delivers your unique vision.
We are proud to work with this rare group of individuals who employ their experience in the application of your fabric selection to the Caracole upholstery frame of your choice.
And it’s our pleasure to serve customers like you, who value what it means to surround themselves with art and beauty at home.
Handcrafted in America and delivered in 6 to 8 weeks.Visualize your Couture design online at caracole.com
Select yourfavorite Couture frame.
Accent your piece with nailheads, trims, extra pillows and finalize it
with a custom finish of your choice.
Choose from our Caracole select fabrics or send us your
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