Showing posts with label Furniture I've Designed. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Furniture I've Designed. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 20, 2017

A really fun year...


What a challenging year this has been so far. I'm so grateful I took my true path back into my own hands starting in the beginning of this year. It's been a powerful mix of liberation, growth, pain, healing, determination, and now a happy refocus on what's truly important. Back to a joyful close proximity to my children and happiness. Now, I'm so excited to walk each step through the rest of this year. 

There's so much to look forward to. Some highlights from the past months, I recently got another production design gig on a very powerful short film. We finished filming almost two weeks ago, and it should release as early as this Fall/Winter.





I also found my first tiny acting role on a new Sonny Vellozzi film called "Without You" coming in 2018. That was so fun! And it gave me my first IMDb credit for acting. Until this, all my work has been behind the cameras. I got to play a character named "Pete", a mafia wiseguy playing dominoes outside of a social club. Much to my delight, my character gets into an argument with another player, and my ad lib lines were full of curse words!


Now, it looks like there is a lot more production work on the horizon. I feel so grateful I get to follow one of my true passions in life. But, next month there's something even more exciting! I'm relaunching my seating designs at the High Point Furniture Market. The "never give up no matter what" business plan will finally begin to pay off this October, and I could not be more excited! This particular journey to my own collection started back in 2008 in Shanghai.
What a long road it's been. The miles nor trials could never break my passion!



My collection has been launched in High Point before. The initial launch was a very successful one for orders and placements. Over 14 retailers around the country ordered the collection for their stores. However, my manufacturing partner at that time took 33 weeks to process the first order. It was euphoria turned nightmare. Well, this High Point Market is very different. I have partnered with a very solid and long established manufacturer. Founded in 1959, Elite Leather Company is a trusted brand in the industry, and among consumers as well. Starting this Fall season my designs will come to life again, and actually be able to populate some very cool spaces out there.



The journey has been long and challenging to say the least. This year I learned about letting go. It's all about the journey far away from what just wasn't real. I'm living the confirmation that when we are truthful, (first and fully with ourselves) walking life's journey authentically becomes very natural, joyful, and peaceful. True soul peace. No blame. No validation necessary. I'm looking forward to these next few months and closing out this year of valuable growth. Continuing the walk forward. And, I'm wishing everyone truth and happiness along your walk as well.

Hey! before I go, if you're attending this coming High Point Furniture Market. Click here to let me know, and keep up to date on all the mod information. It's going to be a very fun Market! I hope to see you there!


October 14 - 18



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Monday, May 15, 2017

In the sea of the same...




Why is the base blue on this sofa? I say it's because everyone else puts a brown base on theirs, and my passion begins when the old rules get broken!

I often get asked, why don't we just do our version of what sells the most out there. My answer is always the same. That's why furniture is not important enough! There is a sea of the same brown couches out there! I'm about putting the passion back into relaxing and living at home.


Color changes everything! It stimulates us. It rejuvenates us, and elevates our moods. It's real simple. I believe that furniture should be and can be fun. And I'm setting out only to design some of the coolest places to sit on the planet!



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Tuesday, April 7, 2015

A little bit about the journey...



High Point, NC 2014
When I was a kid I dreamed about growing up and flying rockets, or at least some job where I would get to push all kinds of cool buttons. Well, you know what happens - the real world and destiny reveal themselves. At least I get to push all kinds of buttons on my smart phone now!
  
My father was a sales rep in the furniture business. As a child of the industry who was writing messages on the chalkboard in the kitchen (right before answering machines) for my father from retail salespeople, my destiny was set very early.

My professional path started in the factories. I worked in every department from the lumberyard to the loading dock. Then I went onto floor sales in a furniture store. From there, I eventually became a sub-rep, a lead-rep, and finally a top ranked VP for the largest leather furniture manufacturer in the world.

 I had found financial success and a really cool title. Traveled the world and learned more about the industry than I could ever imagine. There were two problems I discovered within all that I was learning: 1) People hate buying furniture; 2) None of my work had much to do at all with my real passion in life.

Altamura, Italy 2003
People in just about every financial bracket clamor for the latest new technology, automobile, or new gear, but not furniture! Sorry but the truth is, we as an industry do a terrible job of exciting people. It’s been my passion for many years now to do my little part to change that. Now I actually get to do that!

Over 10 years ago when I ripped off my tie, and left the world of sales to follow my true passion in creating things, the journey to my own collection began. Now, the mission is very simple, to break every paradigm that makes sense to break. To follow a new vision of fun and exciting new products that people will clamor for. We live on our couches. And yes, we do call them couches!

So now the long wondrous journey has brought me to the beginning of a whole new one. Mod Life Collection launches in less than two weeks. I can't believe it's finally here! Let's Rock!




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Saturday, October 11, 2014

High Point October 2014


When Lazar asked me if they could create a sofa from my LOUNGE design, I said sure!! See the result at the High Point Market | The World's Home for Home Furnishings!

Let's see how they did...

Showroom IHFC D817
(Design Center 8th Floor)


See you there!

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Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Las Vegas Market!

 
It's that time of year again! The Las Vegas Furniture Market kicks off on Monday at the World Market Center. The show runs from Jan 28th through Feb 1st. Are you planning to attend this fantastic show?


I'm especially siked because both of my collections with Lazar Industries, LOUNGE and Hazel will be shown to the industry again. Wish me luck!


The LOUNGE Collection. Available Now!


The Hazel Collection. Available Now!



If you're going to the show, don't miss this chance to check them out. They're plush, fun, chic, and Made In America! Lazar Showroom WMC B-0612





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Friday, October 19, 2012

High Point Market

LOUNGE as shown in High Point, October 2012
This past High Point Market was the most amazing Furniture Market of my life!. My latest introduction "Hazel" at Lazar Industries was chosen by Style Spotter Traci Zeller! What an honor!
Hazel Sofa as shown in High Point October 2012

There's so much to share! Stay tuned for my Market Update coming soon! :)
 


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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

High Point Market Week!


This Saturday officially kicks off Market Week in High Point, NC. And, the best part is the focus is on FASHION! Love it! And, It's about time! Stay tuned for lots of juicy and delicious photos I will be posting LIVE from the show!

I personally will be unveiling my latest classically inspired modern seating collection at Lazar Industries. If you're planning to attend the show, stop by the Lazar Showroom in the Design Center on the 8th floor (IHFC-D817)




I hope to see you there! :)

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Monday, July 30, 2012

The LOUNGE is OPEN!


The LOUNGE is now open at Lazar! Today the Furniture Market kicked off at the World Market Center Las Vegas. If you happen to be there, stop into Lazar located in building B-0612.


This is the second time that Lazar will show LOUNGE, and I couldn't be more excited! This modular concept allows your creativity to run wild! In addition, the practicality of each piece being the same sized square allows this plush & comfy seating to fit any space. You can even make a "Pit Group".


The possible fabric combinations are limitless. Add in the functional storage and you get lasting value and convenience. Think of it like a fun and squishy canvas that you can paint YOUR "Chillax" on! Check out LOUNGE today!




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Thursday, March 29, 2012

BREAKING NEWS!

News from the Edge...16 Dealers sign up for LOUNGE...

 

The LOUNGE collection by Lazar Ind., is now available at the following dealers:

Teri Interiors – Brentwood, MD
Home Center Furn – Centerville, OH
Antiques at the Mart – Las Vegas, NV
Loymar S.A. – Hidalgo, TX


Stay tuned for more coming soon!


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Monday, January 23, 2012

LOUNGE Rawk'n Vegas!



The LOUNGE collection is going to Las Vegas! See it at LAZAR!

Space B-0612, at World Market Center.

 

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Friday, October 28, 2011

Thank you!


Thank you LAZAR! Thank you High Point!

The High Point Furniture Market has now concluded, and the launch of my new LOUNGE collection was exciting beyond words. I'm so grateful for everyone's contribution and hard work to make it happen! Thank you Rob, Debra, Mike, and the entire organization at Lazar Industries.


Also a BIG thank you to the High Point Market Authority. The Market is getting better and better every season. The B52's were awesome!

For availability and information on LOUNGE email: info@lazarind.com




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Saturday, October 15, 2011

A Sneak Peek!


I'm counting the days until the High Point Furniture Market. I will be leaving in four days, and the excitement and anticipation are building and building. I can't wait to get there and breathe the air of design and innovation!

The photo above is a little sneak peek of my latest seating design being produced by LAZAR. I feel so fortunate to be working with such an amazing client. Their fingers are on the pulse, and they know how to build seating that makes you just want to dive in and melt right into it!

They did an amazing job! I can't wait to unveil it with them in High Point. The official opening is October 22nd. If you're going to the show, you're gonna want to stop and chillax on this new LOUNGE. I hope to see you there :-)

October 22-27, 2011

IHFC D817
(8th Floor, Design Center)


Click for the facebook event page
 


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Tuesday, October 11, 2011

A Color Riot!


COLOR RIOT is break'n out at the LAZAR showroom in High Point, NC. The dates are October 22-27, but the effects will be long lasting...

Peeps are just BORED with the sea of the same things to sit on! I'm dedicating my life to making your CHILL at home a whole lot more PLUSH and FUN!

You're gonna LUV my latest seating design expertly executed by LAZAR Industries.



Fall 2011 High Point Furniture Market

Showroom IHFC D817
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Friday, September 23, 2011

It's On!


I'm so honored that my latest seating design will be featured by Lazar Industries., this Fall Season!

The unveiling is at the High Point Furniture Market, October 22-27, 
in the Lazar showroom @ IHFC - D817

I hope to see you there! :-)

Click to RSVP on Facebook





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Monday, June 27, 2011

Breaking News!!!


Stay tuned for Robert Petril's latest seating designs made by Lazar Industries!

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I'm so proud and excited to have the opportunity to collaborate on design with such a dynamic, talented, and totally HOT company! Together we're creating something that is truly awesome!

Stay tuned to lazarind.com and Design On The Edge for more news and details as we get closer to the introduction this coming Fall season...

Coming FALL 2011, and It's gonna ROCK!!




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Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Mortise & Tenon is first LOUNGE dealer!

So excited! The first limited edition pieces from the LOUNGE collection by Robert Petril will arrive soon at Mortise & Tenon in Los Angeles. Stay tuned to their website, and they'll let you know when the pieces arrive, get unwrapped, and are ready for sale. We cannot be more proud and honored to be represented at this amazing destination for home and design!



LOUNGE on TheHome.com

Stay tuned for more LOUNGE news coming soon!

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Monday, April 4, 2011

News from High Point...


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Friday, April 1, 2011

High Point Opens Tomorrow!


The Spring 2001 High Point Furniture Market begins tomorrow!


If you're coming to the show, please stop by Space CP105, 401 S. Hamilton Street to see my new signature seating collection called LOUNGE.


After designing furniture behind the scenes for some years, I now get to bring my own ideas and sense of style to the world. And, this is just the beginning!

Tomorrow I will unveil two new modular seating designs that are so fun! They're stylish, functional, versatile, and affordable. The fabrics are plush, durable, colorful, yummy, and you're just going to want to get your hands on them!

I hope you'll come and see for yourself :-)

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Wednesday, March 23, 2011

I took my collection shopping for jeans...




What color jeans do your want your couch wearing this year?

L O U N G E

A limited edition seating collection by Robert Petril

Debuting in High Point, NC
April 2-7, 2011
Center Point Building, Space 105
For Info: 215-439-1126


RSVP on Facebook!
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