This time two years ago I was in London for the first time. We had celebrated New Years in Amsterdam, Paris and rounded out the trip in London. So I’ve been lamenting over that fabulous trip. One that we will not be taking again anytime soon because of the financial meltdown of 2008. This week I’ve been cruising websites to fill my need for European design.

I found LOMBOK. How Oh How could I have missed this store?? I would just like to run my fingers over some of this teak furniture. It looks like chocolate! And I just love their approach to their displays. I could just move right in. In my opinion the English are always the best at conservatory furnishings and LOMBOK just proves that out.

LOMBOK is Eastern inspired décor with a truly English twist. While I’m not a huge fan of Asian furniture I do like the LOMBOK take on Oriental design. The big plus for me is the attention paid to using recycled and natural materials in their designs. I firmly believe this is the future of design on all levels. This is one area that our industry can change the perception of “used” into unique and it’s crucial that we all get on board to save the environment.

With the designs that LOMBOK creates you can have a high end piece of furniture and rest easy that you’re doing your part to support the environment.

So check out LOMBOK’s bookcases! Nice wide selection but I’m drawn to the Half Height Bromo Bookcase. This could fit into any room and would look good with an eclectic collection or books.

I’m particularly attracted to the Canton Desk. Rugged yet sophisticated, clean, dark, beautiful. Made of ash with a traditional black lacquer rubbed out. I’m always looking for a good sturdy desk.

I’m also a fan of the traditional wooden bookcases. While you can purchase these in the U.S. it’s the Indonesian Teak wood that is desirable and hard to find in furnishings here.

Right now is a good time too because SALES ARE GOING ON! There just isn’t a better time to make that overseas purchase.

Cheers!

Tab