MR CALL BLOGS http://mrcallblogs.com Most recent posts at MR CALL BLOGS posterous.com Fri, 25 May 2012 13:14:00 -0700 Meatpacking Loft http://mrcallblogs.com/meatpacking-loft http://mrcallblogs.com/meatpacking-loft

Took a few snapshots of the Meatpacking Loft today as I was dropping off some plants. Can't wait to get this project properly photographed!!

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Mr Call is finally on Instagram (yes, I know. Late to the party). Follow me at "MrCallSnaps"

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/1779159/Screen_Shot_2012-01-21_at_7.28.50_PM.png http://posterous.com/users/4wPtjoN92aJP Mr Call Designs Mr Call Mr Call Designs Fri, 25 May 2012 13:08:00 -0700 DANGERMAU5 concert I refer to in the Surface Video http://mrcallblogs.com/dangermau5-concert-i-refer-to-in-the-surface http://mrcallblogs.com/dangermau5-concert-i-refer-to-in-the-surface

A few of you have been asking about the DANGERMAU5 concert that I refer to in the Surface Video for Tom Dixons Underground during ICFF. It was this killer concert sponsored by Nokia that lit up the London skyline with an incredible lightshow and kick-ass music. Here is a link to check it out: http://bit.ly/vVI64C. For those of you that haven't seen Mr Call for Surface, you can see the video here: http://vimeo.com/42466697

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/1779159/Screen_Shot_2012-01-21_at_7.28.50_PM.png http://posterous.com/users/4wPtjoN92aJP Mr Call Designs Mr Call Mr Call Designs Fri, 25 May 2012 13:03:00 -0700 Dumbo Project http://mrcallblogs.com/dumbo-project http://mrcallblogs.com/dumbo-project

We presented the Dumbo project last night in full force: it proves to be something truly special. Check out some of our inspirations, drawings, and furnishings here. Or, even better yet...check out the Pinterest board where you can follow the project in real time. http://bit.ly/KzoOaK

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/1779159/Screen_Shot_2012-01-21_at_7.28.50_PM.png http://posterous.com/users/4wPtjoN92aJP Mr Call Designs Mr Call Mr Call Designs Fri, 25 May 2012 13:01:00 -0700 Mr Call sits in with "Simplifying Fabulous" for an intimate interview http://mrcallblogs.com/mr-call-sits-in-with-simplifying-fabulous-for http://mrcallblogs.com/mr-call-sits-in-with-simplifying-fabulous-for

Mr Call talks with Robin Baron about Tokyo street style, his favorite new mens store "FELTRAIGER", Benjamin MoorePaints "Bright White -02" and his "Next Wave" honor fromHouse Beautiful Magazine. Check out the blog post here:http://bit.ly/KyY61W. Thanks again, Simplifying Fabulous!!!

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/1779159/Screen_Shot_2012-01-21_at_7.28.50_PM.png http://posterous.com/users/4wPtjoN92aJP Mr Call Designs Mr Call Mr Call Designs Fri, 25 May 2012 12:59:00 -0700 Mr Call shoots a video for Tom Dixon London Underground presented by Surface Magazine http://mrcallblogs.com/mr-call-shoots-a-video-for-tom-dixon-london-u http://mrcallblogs.com/mr-call-shoots-a-video-for-tom-dixon-london-u

Vivienne Westwood, Gherkins, Harrod's and DANGERMOU5...OH MY!!! Check out this little video interview I did for ICFF at the Tom Dixon London Underground event hosted by Surface magazine. A special shout out to Blake Martin Creative for making my interview look coherent. Check it out here!http://vimeo.c

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/1779159/Screen_Shot_2012-01-21_at_7.28.50_PM.png http://posterous.com/users/4wPtjoN92aJP Mr Call Designs Mr Call Mr Call Designs Fri, 25 May 2012 12:44:00 -0700 Blogfest 2012 http://mrcallblogs.com/blogfest-2012 http://mrcallblogs.com/blogfest-2012

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Blogfest 2012 was a blast. I had no idea I would have so much fun. The event was held at HEARST TOWER, and I sat on a panel with other "Next Wave" designers and Mr Newell Turner himself. The topic was 'Ah-Ha" moments - and Lord knows, I had more than a few to share. The final party of the event was held at the NEW TRADITIONALIST, where they hosted a "Rhinopalooza" party that inspired much celebration. Sharing ideas with such a great group of people was truly one of my highlihgts of 2012 to date. The unexpected reward was gaining so many meaningful friendships along the way. Thanks to everyone for making this such an amazing event. 

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/1779159/Screen_Shot_2012-01-21_at_7.28.50_PM.png http://posterous.com/users/4wPtjoN92aJP Mr Call Designs Mr Call Mr Call Designs Mon, 21 May 2012 06:30:00 -0700 A walk in the Flower Market http://mrcallblogs.com/a-walk-in-the-flower-market http://mrcallblogs.com/a-walk-in-the-flower-market

Here in New York, we have an amazing area known as the "Flower District". It's a street long row of vendors that specialize in wholesale flora (not fauna). , For designers, it's the perfect spot to pick up necessary elements for our projects.

That said and done, Mr Call is rarely enthusiastic about flowers: They are just not my cup of tea in general. While I appreciate them in other peoples homes, they are something that I find it difficult to engage in the homes I create. I generally gravitate to strong branches and big collections of greenery. 

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Similar to the way I furnish an interior, I look for bold scale, color-blocking and dense and intricate textures.

Below is a gallery of the type and style of flowers and plants that I like.

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/1779159/Screen_Shot_2012-01-21_at_7.28.50_PM.png http://posterous.com/users/4wPtjoN92aJP Mr Call Designs Mr Call Mr Call Designs Sun, 20 May 2012 07:57:57 -0700 New York Magazine Design Issue http://mrcallblogs.com/new-york-magazine-design-issue http://mrcallblogs.com/new-york-magazine-design-issue

A little bird just whispered in my ear that Wendy Goodman included Mr Call Designs in the recent issue of New York Magazine. Can't wait to pick the issue up!!!

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Inspired by old Guy Bordin photographs, we wanted to apply a fashion forward color palette to the Dumbo loft. Mixing bold jewel tones with cherry red achieved this type of "naughty" colorway. Check out our inspirations and material selections

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/1779159/Screen_Shot_2012-01-21_at_7.28.50_PM.png http://posterous.com/users/4wPtjoN92aJP Mr Call Designs Mr Call Mr Call Designs Sat, 19 May 2012 12:16:00 -0700 Marbled Eggs http://mrcallblogs.com/marbled-eggs http://mrcallblogs.com/marbled-eggs

I know this is coming INCREDIBLY late, however, I was just looking at my cousin's blog and saw her daughters making these amazing marbled eggs for Easter this year:

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By odd chance, I am drooling over everything marbled - as evidenced by the ridiculously chic wallpaper we are commisioning from a good friend for our Dumbo Project. 

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That said and done, I wanted to post these pictures of Cora and Afton's eggs. They are truly an inspiration.

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Did a video today at the SURFACE video booth for Tom Dixon's London Underground pop up shop here in NYC. They should be released this evening. Can't wait to check it out! (And...thanks, Fab.com for the cute little pin!) 

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/1779159/Screen_Shot_2012-01-21_at_7.28.50_PM.png http://posterous.com/users/4wPtjoN92aJP Mr Call Designs Mr Call Mr Call Designs Sat, 19 May 2012 08:36:00 -0700 Mr Call at the Tom Dixon London Underground Event Sponsored by Surface Magazine http://mrcallblogs.com/mr-call-at-the-tom-dixon-london-underground-e http://mrcallblogs.com/mr-call-at-the-tom-dixon-london-underground-e

The launch party for the Tom Dixon/Surface event on Friday was insane. The new products that were launched truly raised the bar for the designer. Was excited to be there with Adriana Gelves and my best friend, Cristian Crisologo. They have been my ICFF party partners for the last seven years...and we are still going strong. xx

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ICFF is in full swing here in New York, and Mr Call has been busy keeping up with a busy schedule of events. Yesterday was an awesome day, doing a video interview with Tom Dixon and Fab.com for an upcoming media campaign. Meeting Jaime Hayon was a highlight at MONDO. And..yes, for the record, Mr Hayon did vote Mr Call as the "Best Dressed" of the evening, thank you very much. Below is a snapshot of the itinerary for today. Going to be a fun one :)

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/1779159/Screen_Shot_2012-01-21_at_7.28.50_PM.png http://posterous.com/users/4wPtjoN92aJP Mr Call Designs Mr Call Mr Call Designs Wed, 16 May 2012 12:14:00 -0700 Mr Call Speaking at BLOGFEST 2012 http://mrcallblogs.com/mr-call-speaking-at-blogfest-2012 http://mrcallblogs.com/mr-call-speaking-at-blogfest-2012

Mr Call is speaking at BLOGFEST 2012 on the House Beautiful magazine panel. Moderated by Newell Turner, my co-speakers will be Jill Goldberg (also a Benjamin Moore HUE award winner this year) and Michael Herold. Come and check out the fun! 

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Totally in love with the guys over at Apparatus. Their lighting is totally insane. Pulled some of my favorites their website. Can't wait to check them out in person at ICFF this weekend. http://www.apparatusstudio.com/

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So...these boys really know how to make a guy smile. The iconic design duo have just launched their new E-Commerce site (http://www.dougandgene.com). Full of their signature bold hues,Mr Call is enamored with their color blocked ties. Seriously. These things make me weak in the news. Can't wait to rock them with my new khacki suit this Summer!! Congratulations Doug and Gene!!

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/1779159/Screen_Shot_2012-01-21_at_7.28.50_PM.png http://posterous.com/users/4wPtjoN92aJP Mr Call Designs Mr Call Mr Call Designs Fri, 11 May 2012 07:03:00 -0700 DUMBO neighborhood pics and Project Inspiration http://mrcallblogs.com/dumbo-neighborhood-pics-and-project-inspirati http://mrcallblogs.com/dumbo-neighborhood-pics-and-project-inspirati

Was walking around DUMBO (Down Underneath the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) yesterday killing some time before a meeting with the contractor, and took a few snapshots of the neighborhood. Its absolutely beautiful over there. Kinda fell in love. You will see I got a bit carried away over the street mural. It was kind of amazing. The rest of the pics are direct inspirations for the project we are working on. Hopefully that will make more sense as the project develops.

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I think the Interior Design community is underrepresented at the Met Gala. Next year, lets put together a flash mob. 

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