Boston Common - Niche Media - A side of Boston that's anything but common.
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PETRA HAUSBERGER MODERN IS THE NEW BLACK. 1. Unreal Reflection: "Mirror mirror on the wall, you're the chicest of them all! A stunning combination of smoked illusion glass and French brass, this piece brings mystery and glamour to any wall." Infinity mirror, Porta Romana. Available at Studio 534, Boston Design Center, 617-345-9900; studio5boston.com 2. Tile Style: "Creativity flourishes with the tumbled nero marquina, honed thassos, and brushed bronze stone water jet mosaic. Used as a kitchen floor, it gives the space an unexpected character. Truly gorgeous!" Indus Stone Floor tile by James Duncan for New Ravenna. Available at Tile Showcase, Boston Design Center, 617-426-6515; tileshowcase.com 3. Smokin' Sculpture: "Who doesn't love smoky quartz? This natural sculpture can go anywhere—a mantel, a bookcase… I like to pair it with a collection of cream-colored porcelain." Smoky quartz sculpture, Ron Dier Design. Available at Webster & Company, Boston Design Center, 617-261-9660; webstercompany.com 4. All Lit Up: "Lamps can be uninspiring. Not this one! It's fun and funky and the perfect desk accessory." Linden table lamp, Kelly Wearstler. kellywearstler.com 5. Graphic Art: "A combination of black and white art adds drama to any space. I love to pair collectible gelatin silver prints with contemporary works. Art needs to be good. Walls can stay bare until the right piece comes along." White Sleeve, 1936, by Horst P. Horst. Robert Klein Gallery, 38 Newbury St., Ste. 402, 617-267-7997; robertkleingallery.com 6. Wall Envy: "I love using Off-Black No. 57 from Farrow & Ball on interior walls, doors, window frames, and moldings to create a sophisticated and bewitching backdrop for sumptuous fabrics and luxe furniture." Boston Design Center, 617-345-5344; farrow-ball.com 7. Figurative Furniture: "A dramatic sculptural console table is perfect in a foyer or behind a sofa. What better way to display a collection of Assouline books? The combination of verdigris, gold, copper, and classic black lacquer is beyond glam." Rhombus console table, Porta Romana. Available at Studio 534, Boston Design Center, 617-345-9900; studio5boston.com 5. 1. 3. 2. 6. 4. 7.