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3 Ways to Bring Home Chinese Art Deco Design
Continue ReadingDuring the Art Deco era (from the 1920s through the 40s) Shanghai was the essence of a global city. It was one of those golden ages, when art and culture converged in a place teeming with new life. Even today, signature Shanghai style feels fresh. Clean lines, rich palettes and lasting materials like marble and […]
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Collector’s Edition: Martial Arts Weights
Continue ReadingThese exercise weights were used in China during the 18th and 19th century for martial arts training. Owner Betsy Nathan collected each sculptural stone, one by one, over the past decade. We’re excited to exhibit them together as a collection, for the first time. To learn more about the history of stone weights in Chinese martial […]
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PAGODA RED Gallery: The Spirit of Our Space
Continue ReadingUpdate: In September 2018, we moved from Fulton Market back to Bucktown. See our new space here >> Finding Sacred Space in Chicago’s West Loop Located at 400 North Morgan in Chicago’s Fulton Market neighborhood, PAGODA RED is a retreat from the surrounding city. Passing through a simple, raw steel gate, you step into our courtyard, where you’re transported […]
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Current Moodboard: The East Hampton Antiques Show
Continue ReadingThis month, PAGODA RED will be participating in the East Hampton Antiques Show, hosted by the East Hampton Historical Society. While we’ve presented there in the past, this time we’re invigorated by a different, more soulful and collected mood, inspired by the place where wind-swept natural beauty is underpinned by the residents who give it that […]
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Five Favorites from Douglas Hoerr
Continue ReadingThere’s a reason why students are told to study the masters. What could be better than spending time in the company of true expertise (in real life or in books) to understand a craft? When it comes to designing outdoor spaces, we often look for inspiration overseas or on Instagram—both of which are satisfying from afar […]
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Collector’s Edition: Shopping in 1920s Shanghai
Continue ReadingShanghai in the 1920s was affectionately known as “the Paris of the East” or the “New York of the West,” depending on your perspective. It was one of those golden ages, when art and culture converged in a city teeming with new life. Jazz, cinema, theater, and opium dens thrived. Under British rule, merchants set […]
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Design Diary: Highlights from Asia Week New York
Continue ReadingEvery spring, Asia Week New York captivates collectors, curators and design enthusiasts from around the world. The 10-day festival is like like the ultimate (shoppable) fusion of history, culture and conviviality. PAGODA RED founder Betsy Nathan made the quick jaunt to New York to connect with friends, see the sales and check out the exhibitions. From unexpected […]
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Landscape Architect Douglas Hoerr on Designing Environments & Experiences
Continue ReadingGrowing up on a farm in Milford, Indiana, gave Douglas Hoerr the best education in the natural world. Beekeeping also earned him points for bravery (if not patience). Following a decade-long immersion in the professional side of landscape design, Hoerr left for England, where he deepened his craft and learned from revered gardeners like John […]
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Collector’s Edition: The Calligraphy Brushes of George Johnson
Continue ReadingCollectors have a unique commitment to the beauty and intrigue of objects—they are restless, curious compatriots with an eye for the special and rare. Theirs is an incurable wonder that asks, ‘What else can I find?’ They relish the pursuit of the sublime and unexpected. At PAGODA RED, we’re fortunate to meet collectors on the quest to find that […]
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Sophisticated Storage Solutions
Continue ReadingA fresh new year offers a clean slate and a chance to re-arrange. Organization may be one of the only resolutions that won’t deprive us of a few happy indulgences. It also it makes for easier daily routines. The key to a mess-free existence is selecting vessels and compartments that achieve a natural rhythm within the home. […]
