“Decorate your home.  It gives the illusion that your life is more interesting than it really is.”

-Charles M. Schulz

Have you considered the fact that when you purchase a previously used item, that you are practicing the most green choice? The practice of purchasing gently used items is better than recycling…it’s RE-USING.  Taking a piece home from a consignment store is literally saving that piece from a landfill.  The best part, the biggest bonus…chances are it will last generations to come!   A client recently pointed out that if this furniture looks as good as it does now at 150 years, chances are it has a few more incarnations! Even if you were able to find the same quality materials and craftsmanship, chances are you would pay 3, 5, even 10 times the amount for it.  Why not infuse your decor with a piece that has some history, a piece that has depth?…a green piece.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21

8AM-5PM

1918 FORT STOCKTON DRIVE

SAN DIEGO, 92103

MISSION HILLS

SPECIAL SALE INVENTORY, MARKDOWNS UP TO 70% OFF, AND MORE SURPRISES…

texture is an essential element in any well-designed space.  it brings a room immediate dimension and interest.  what exactly does ‘texture’ mean?  for example, any room is made up of the floor texture, be it a smooth hardwood or a smooth slate stone, there is a different FEEL to each.  combining different ‘feels’ creates interest.  a room can be too heavy with wooden furniture, wooden floors, wooden built-ins, and therefore can feel a bit boring or mundane.  by bringing in fabrics, on the windows, upholstered seating, carpets & rugs, can create some interest.

A good rule of thumb is to have a nice combination of woods, glass, metals, fabrics, and stone.  many fung shui experts believe strongly that a room should also have a balance of water, even precious stones & minerals to create a harmonic energy.  experiment with your own space at home.  you will be surprised what a difference it can make.

We just received this beautiful piece of Italian craftsmanship this morning.  It is a beautiful armoire made from antique reclaimed wood (walnut?)  Amazing details.  Stunning design.  Great presence.  Both sides open to reveal shelves inside.  Tons of storage.  The ultimate in GREEN…buying a piece on consignment that is made from reclaimed furniture!

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18TH

10am-5pm

OUR QUARTERLY SALE!

enjoy ridiculous markdowns on tables, chairs, beds, armoires, nightstands, coffee tables, end tables, stools, lamps, lighting, rugs, art, mirrors, books, accessories, kitchen, china, crystal, silver, stools, and more!

see you there!

Rare Bird brings you the most distinctive and beautiful used furniture in all of San Diego.  On occasion, we are fortunate enough to have a piece of American history brought through our doors.  As was the case with this beauty… a 1952 Philco Holiday Predicta Television.  this piece is a work of art in itself.  It happens to be in great condition, in tact, with all of its parts and in working order.  Connect to a cable convertor for ‘Old School’ black and white television or place in a room as a mid-century sculpture!  Priced at $1198.

being in the heart of mission hills, one of the neighborhoods showcasing the city’s craftsman style homes, our mission style furniture tends to move quickly!  take a gander at these jewels that are here temporarily, searching for a new home…

Over the course of each day, many surprises walk through our doors.  I never know what each day will bring us.  Lately, I’ve become obsessed with bowls, that’s right…a good, quality made, solid and beautiful bowl makes me

a little happier just by simply looking at it. The obvious use for a bowl is of course, to place items inside for storage or display…but I rather enjoy a simple bowl by itself.  A piece of art.  A simple work of beauty.  A time capsule just begging to tell its story.  It just so happens, that we have quite a few in store right now.  Wooden, ceramic, porcelain, clay, brass, tin.  All just waiting for you.

December 2011