Bringing Travels Home

Warmer, brighter days of summer stir the yearning to travel. Bring memories and inspiration from pleasurable excursions back home to your interior spaces. To quote Tim Clarke, interior designer, from his article, Globetrotting Décor & How to Bring Travel Home..., “There is a way to recapture the essence of a faraway place by integrating design elements into your own décor. The trick is to do it with sophistication and subtlety so that it becomes a part of your home (and not the Indian elephant in the room).” Find these products abroad or at EWF Modern!

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FEBRUARY | love

February is celebrated almost universally as the month of love.  What is love? It's actually the most popular word of all Google searches! The romantic aspect of love is certainly what most often comes to mind, right? But there are many definitions depending upon your point of view.

We here at EWF Modern like definitions evoking feelings of texture, warmth, drama and scale when considering our organic modern furnishings. Regarding customer service we strive to offer the best with respect and consideration. And, when it comes to sustainability and charity, we source products responsibly and give back to the community supporting us.

Your Bedroom  |  Your Retreat

Mindful attention to furniture placement, lighting, color and texture enhances the beauty, function and balance of a room. The Feng Shui system even suggests that such will not only support your personal energy and good fortune, but also invite, excite and comfort.

A beautiful and well-balanced bed is key to making your bedroom feel harmonious and attractive.

For more tips, check out How to Feng Shui Your Bedroom And when you are ready for a new or updatedmodern look for your bed or bedroom, come see us.

A Remarkable Connection Between Beauty and Sustainability

This month we feature from our collection the Astrid Bed

We love this bed! It is designed and engineered with striking proportions and angled legs to make it appear to float in your bedroom. The timeless design will last generations. It is beautifully crafted from sustainably harvested hardwoods. Many stain options and a smooth satin finish enhance the allure of this platform bed.

 The environmental values of the manufacturer are reflected in the making of the Astrid. The time-tested joinery and construction methods, enduring finishes and quality hardware create a tradition of craftsmanship and durability.  Lumber, a high percentage of it FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified, comes from within 500 miles of the factory. This reduces transportation emissions and fossil fuel consumption. Indoor air quality and the environment benefit from satin finishes now Greenguard certified for low chemical emissions. We are truly inspired by our partner's extraordinary commitments and we invite you to drop by our showroom and take a look at this bed. We believe you will be inspired too.

Appreciating the Marvel 29 Grand Opening

The stunning new apartment community called Marvel 29 hosted its grand opening January 15. We were thrilled to attend this lively event, view the rooms we staged and be part of the excitement as the place opened its doors. Sustainability and style merge as the building is designed to complement the historic St. Johns Bridge, reflect industrial modern sensibilities and achieve LEED Platinum status. We are grateful for another inspired partnership.

Loving Las Vegas Market

Our designers are back from the Las Vegas Market we mentioned last month and there's quite a buzz around the showroom. We are excited to share with you that our collections will expand over the next few months to include an exceptional new line of mid-century sofas, innovative modular shelving systems and more. Responding to customer interest, we are bringing in fresh, unusual art and making our first foray into natural organic mattresses to accompany our modern platform beds. Stay tuned!

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Dare to Declare Your Love

Don't forget about EWF Modern when looking for a beautiful, modern or even whimsical gift for a special person in your life. Why not celebrate your love with the surprise of a new piece of furniture? We also showcase exclusive jewelry, sparkling champagne glasses, natural-fiber bedding and charming pillows.

Ready to have some fun? Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter and participate in our call: Dare to Declare Your Love. Post a photo and a caption about a loved one, favorite experience or, better yet, an adored piece of furniture. We are waiting to like your posts at #EWFmodern, #DareToDeclare, and #DeclareYourLove.

JANUARY | rejuvenation

A new year begins and with this new beginning come opportunities. Perhaps you make purposeful resolutions. You may seek new inspiration, direction and re-invigoration. Maybe you simply "let go" here, and "take in" there. There’s no time like now to refresh the spaces where you live, work and play. Dust off those shelved ideas. The right pieces in the right places enhance your lifestyle. They work to help you dodge clutter and often make a smaller place seem larger. Good organic design and quality furnishings reflect your personality and bring comfort and beauty to your home.

Interior Design Consultation Services

Do you feel like you might need a little help? Did you know that EWF Modern has been creating dramatically beautiful modern interiors for our clients since 2007? Our designers on staff are here to help you find solutions that are modern, functional and personal. We are happy to assist with space planning, product sourcing, color selection, custom furnishings, bedding, rugs, art and accessories. Just ask!

Marvel 29 Staging Project

We also have experience in staging commercial projects. Over the years we’ve worked with developers to design and furnish model units, offices and common areas. Our latest success is Marvel 29, a stunning new sustainable apartment community in St. Johns. The building officially opens January 15th, and we are thrilled to be involved in this innovative project.

Las Vegas Market

Our buyers are excited to be attending the Las Vegas Market this month, known as the most comprehensive home furnishings market in the west. They will scout the latest in modern styles, trends and resources from top designers the world over. From a vast array of furnishings, art and accessories they will edit an impressive modern lifestyle collection to showcase here in Portland and on the EWF Modern website. Our goal is to inspire you, so please come by soon.

Winter Sale

Don't miss our Winter Sale event January 10 - 25 featuring select sofas, occasional chairs, coffee tables and accent tables. Let us help you find just the right piece for just the right place. Bring a subtle or dramatic change to your place, at a savings!

Happy New Year from All of Us at EWF Modern

12 DAYS OF GIVING | get + give at EWF Modern

Don't miss our 12 Days of Gifts collection of contemporary, beautiful and even some whimsical home accessories. Purchase any of these accessories from our showroom between December 13 and December 24, 2014 and you'll receive a complimentary roll of Tempaper.

Perfect for smaller decorating projects where you want impact without a long-term commitment, self-adhesive Tempaper is easy to apply and repositionable. It's perfect for accent walls, closets, bookcases, drawers and more.

Show us this offer on your phone, or simply mention it, to receive this gift. One roll per person/family, please. Supplies are limited, so shop early!

DECEMBER | giving

Season of Giving The season of giving is in full swing. For many of us it brings a sense of generosity, kindness and joy. The holidays often enhance our connections to loved ones as well as causes we care about. Be sure to check out our collection of accessories when you are out and about.  And, as you gather to celebrate with family and friends, remember us for your home furnishing needs.

Join Us

Now is a great time to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Houzz. Join our conversations about giving and receiving. We are sharing tips for giving as well as why, how and what we give here at EWF Modern.You'll also receive some great tips for keeping your furniture as good as new during the holidays - a gift from us.

Holidays in the Pearl

We are excited to participate in

Holidays in the Pearl

hosted by The Pearl District Business Association. Get involved and you could win one of three prize packages. One way to enter is to take a selfie in the Pearl and post it to Twitter or Instagram with hashtag #PearlHolidays. Another way is to check out window displays, take a photo of a favorite and post it online with #PearlHolidays and #BestWindow. We are happy to support the event with our donation of a chrome lamp to prize package #2.

Speaking of holiday window decorations, don't miss ours! Snowflakes dance across the windows and whimsical ornaments decorate the evergreen swags. Position your face within one of the graphic  antler designs applied to the windows and create a fun photo to share on Instagram and Twitter. Be sure to include #PearlHolidays and #ewfmodern.  And, vote for our window display by sharing a photo and including #BestWindow and #PearlHolidays.

Giving Spotlight

Our aim here at EWF Modern is to bring outstanding design and quality to your living spaces while being socially and environmentally conscious. Our reclaimed wood and sustainably harvested furniture gives back to the planet through environmental responsibility. We appreciate long-standing relationships with manufacturers who contribute to social responsibility. This past year we have given cash or in-kind donations of home furnishings to organizations that align with our values and who we believe are making a difference. One of our favorites is The Forest Park Conservancy, a local group working toward "protecting Forest Park's ecological health while encouraging responsible recreation and access."

(http://www.forestparkconservancy.org/fpc/)

May your holidays be warm, magical and memorable! Please stay in touch and drop by soon to see what's new.

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