I occasionally pass by this bright modern stationary/design studio on my way in and out of Sugarbaby’s, pink box of sweets in tow, before heading to my car. I’ve never had much of a need for stationary so that’s about all that my experience with PH Design Shop amounted do. However, now that I’m looking … Continue reading
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Pretty Maps: Houston…
Check out the website (http://prettymaps.stamen.com). It’s pretty cool – you can map almost anything. They have a Boston, LA and San Fran print for sale on 20×200 (along with other towns I don’t live in) as of now. This would look awesome blown up and hung behind a modern, low back sofa, a hallway, the … Continue reading
Sundance Cinema’s Houston Grand Opening
Houston’s downtown indie cinema is finally up and running again! Since Angelika closed last fall, there has been a definite lack of variety in local (non-art house) theatres. The theater group, launched by Robert Redford, marks Houston as its third and southernmost location. The grand opening was held just before the Thanksgiving holidays at its … Continue reading
Buy 1 Get 1 Free…
The road side fireworks stands that dot Texas highways normally don’t demand attention and certainly haven’t proposed (in my eyes) artistic potential. However, the unobtrusive landmarks and their charismatic proprietors poignantly portrayed by Kenny Trice provoke interest and unconventional nostalgic charm. Check out some of his other projects here. Recently, he chronicled the flipping of … Continue reading
Spring Branch Love..
If you live in Houston, or if you don’t, take some time to check out Becker’s Books. The unassuming bookstore off of Westview is truly a treasure trove of antique and resale books on every subject imaginable. Rooms and hallways twist, turn and an occasionally dead end as you work your way through a surprising … Continue reading
Monophthongs 