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Illuminating Dagmar

Modern Function Meets Timeless Beauty in Dagmar Design’s
One-of-a-kind Lighting Fixtures, Antiques and Furniture.

Illuminating Dagmar

by Kelly Sweeney
   Born in the late 1970s as Dagmar Lamps, Dagmar Design has grown into a Los Angeles trade secret. Started by European artist Dagmar and her husband, Dagmar Lamps was originally a lampshade atelier complete with wiring department. The company drew inspiration from the phrase, “Where modern function meets timeless beauty.” When they retired in the ‘90s, Dagmar chose to turn the company over to her niece, Hana Zatloukal.
   Zatloukal, born and raised in Czechoslovakia, emigrated to the United States in 1985 at the age of 25 and began working in Dagmar’s workshop. She took evening classes in interior design while working and raising a five-year-old daughter. She cites this as a challenging time in her life as she was also acclimating to a new lifestyle.
   Focusing on the details of history and architecture inspire Zatloukal and she enjoys using her imagination to create something out of an overlooked piece. “I ... Read more.

Features

Green Designs Are Red Hot

Cover Story :
Green Designs Are Red Hot

While in the past, few suppliers bridged the gap between style and environmental sustainability, today, leaders in the green movement are paving the ... Read more.

Thomas Lavin's Luster

Showroom Top Picks :
Thomas Lavin's Luster

Thomas Lavin is one of the youngest entrepreneurs ever to create a highly successful high-end showroom in the Los Angeles area. His foray into the design ... Read more.

A Room with a View

Inside Stories :
A Room with a View

The San Francisco Decorator Showcase celebrated its 30th anniversary in grand style by remaking a four-story mansion on top of Pacific Heights. The proceeds from ... Read more.

Departments

AIA Dallas Celebrates Architecture

Events :
AIA Dallas Celebrates Architecture

American Institute of Architects (AIA), Dallas, recently hosted the 2007 Celebrate Architecture! GALA at the Dallas Museum of Art located in the city’s ... Read more.

ASID: American Society of Interior Designers

Inside Business :
ASID: American Society of Interior Designers

The interior design profession is a dynamic one that reaches across environments, industries and people. Our specialties are as vast as we are diverse. ... Read more.

The Past 100 Years of Pattern Design

Book Reviews :
The Past 100 Years of Pattern Design

Lesley Jackson’s Twentieth-Century Pattern Design is an international survey of patterns that have emerged in the past century. Jackson describes textile ... Read more.

News

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07. 02. 09
The First Lady Celebrates Design
Washington, D.C. - First Lady Michelle Obama will celebrate the 10th annual National Design Awards on July 24, 2009, in the nation's capitol. Serving as patron of honor, Michelle will present multiple education programs followed by a White House ceremony for the 2009 winners and finalists. Developed... For more info.

07. 01. 09
The Hammer of Justice
The Hammer of Justice New Haven, CT - The Hartford Courant reports that a state judge has ruled that a provision of Connecticut law prohibiting the use of the term "interior designer" to those who had completed a series of requirements is unconstitutional. Judge Mark R. Kravitz, in a decision made Tuesday in U.S. District... For more info.

07. 01. 09
Showroom Debut
Showroom Debut New York - Création Baumann opens its new 1400-square-foot showroom in suite 1522 at the Decoration & Design (D&D) Building. Previously, the luxury textiles the company is known for were only available at representative showrooms. The new showroom will ensure direct distribution and contribute to a... For more info.

Events

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July 7-8: Architects Retreat at the Glass House - New Canaan, CT
New Canaan, CT - This two day retreat allows a selective group of architecture, design and cultural leaders to experience three modern icons; the Guggenheim, the Four Seasons Restaurant and the Philip Johnson Glass House. Architects Retreat will feature leading speakers, on-site preservation studies... For more info.

July 9: When Green Meets Grey: Aging, Disabilities and Sustainable Issues - Wallinford, CT
Wallingford, CT - Join Sheri Rowley from Advent Design to talk about energy efficiency, possible struggles of green materials and the needs of the aged and disabled. Innovative new products will be presented during lunch as well as an exercise designed to help architects explain the needs of the elderly... For more info.

July 14-16: Design DC 2009 - Walter Washington Convention Center
Washington, DC - Design DC 2009 is celebrating its 5th anniversary by providing an opportunity for peers to hear and discuss the latest industry topics through more than 60 learning opportunities. This three day event is packed with education on how to network and boost your business forward as well... For more info.

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