SHOP TALK- October 2014  by Veronique McAreePhotography Amanda Kowalski A look inside Nicola Manganello’s lovely home furnishings store and design center

SHOP TALK – September 2014by Veronique McAree | Photography  Amanda Kowalski The products in Motifs tell a story, and they’re grouped together in inventive ways…equaling a lovely flow of inspiration while you shop. And if you’re just in need a little … Continue reading →

SHOP TALK – August 2014by Veronique McAree | Photography  Amanda Kowalski A former math teacher offers the perfect formula to bring style and comfort home: eclectic offerings from around the globe as well as a wide selection of goods by … Continue reading →

SHOP TALK – June 2014by Veronique McAree | Photography  Amanda Kowalski Located on Middle Street, minutes from the heart of Portland’s shopping district, is Old Port Specialty Tile, home to one of the finest collections of unique ceramic, glass, and … Continue reading →

SHOP TALK – May 2014by Veronique McAree | Photography  Amanda Kowalski Bettina Doulton didn’t write a formal business plan on how to become a Maine vintner. But this former investment banker has happily found herself smack dab in the middle … Continue reading →

SHOP TALK – April 2014by Veronique McAree | Photography  Amanda Kowalski Pick up beach stone jewelry, Winslow Homer whiskers, or a design book or two at the Portland Museum of Art store, which zooms in on works by local artists. … Continue reading →

SHOP TALK – March 2014by Veronique McAree | Photography  Amanda Kowalski Come with us for an inspiring morning talking shop with Heather Chontos of the very creative Milk Farm Road

SHOP TALK – February 2014by Veronique McAree | Photography  Amanda Kowalski  Portland furniture designer Brian Haddock combines the rural with the modern, the clever with the cool. The result? A delightful collection from Furniturea. 

FIELD TRIP – January 2014by Veronique McAree  | Photography Amanda Kowalski  A truly great rug can define a space and add the right note of color or texture to make a room sing. With over 2,500 rugs to choose from, … Continue reading →