Balmy nights, pink sunsets, salt air...

Saturday, August 1^st – Sunday, August 23^rd

We’re cleaning house, gearing up for our summer buying trip to the 2015 NY GIFT Show. Enjoy three weeks of our biggest sale of the year, with 25% off store wide* and select pieces 50% off.

 

It’s the perfect opportunity to snatch up that perfect gift.  Whether it’s a bridal present for that summer wedding you're heading to, a hostess gift for that trip to a friends summer place, or just a special piece you’ve been eyeing - either to brighten up inside or help with the summer entertaining - there’s something for everyone.  

“Summer afternoon—summer afternoon;

to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language.”
― Henry James

*does not apply to Ceramica, special orders or design services. 

Meet Peter Robbin

In our third installment featuring a closer look at some of LCR’s fabulous ongoing projects, we introduce another member and designer of the team.  This week; owner, president, principal designer and fearless leader of LCR; the incomparable Peter Robbin!  

Peter got his start as a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design with degrees in both Fine Arts and Interior Architecture. Upon graduation, Peter moved to Paris and worked for a successful furniture designer, then honed his skills in NYC with several renowned designers: Angelo Donghia, McMillen and Noel Jeffrey. In 1987, he moved to Connecticut to start his own interior design firm, LCR, located in the heart of West Hartford Center.   Long considered a bedrock of the West Hartford business and design community, LCR as an interior design firm, home furnishings and gift shop has been fulfilling the wishes and dreams of homeowners, brides and stylish individuals alike for nearly 30 years!

 While Peters design philosophy is grounded in tradition, he loves a mix of classic and eclectic elements. Combined with his unassailable good taste, extensive education as both a designer and architect, as well as his years of firsthand experience on a wide range of commissions, Peter never fails to bring a unique, dynamic and innovative approach to his projects. Though Peter’s clients have taken him throughout the country, he currently has ongoing projects in South Florida, southwestern Connecticut, New York and Rhode Island.  

  These projects have not only won favor and acclaim through his clients, but Peter has repeatedly been published in a number of decorating magazines; The New York Times Magazine, House Beautiful, Metropolitan Home, and Connecticut Magazine just to name a few... 

West Hartford Sale Days 2015

Come down to the center and partake in 2015's West Hartford Sale Days. This year we have a smattering of beautiful odds and ends at red tag pricing... Pennies on the dollar!   

There are also several gorgeous fabric remnants. At only $10 per yard, they are perfect for pillows or cushions or seat backs...   

In addition to our red tag items, the entire store is 15% off.  

All lighting, rugs, throws and pillows are 30% off.

In addition, 30% off select furniture. 

Happy shopping!

  

Happy Fourth of July!

Wishing ya'll a happy Fourth of July!

Meet Jill Rankl

In our second installment featuring a closer look at some of LCR’s fabulous ongoing projects, we introduce another member and designer of the team.  This week, the amazingly talented Jill Rankl!  A Connecticut native and alumna of the Fine Arts and Interior Design Program at the University of Connecticut, Jill has over 25 years design experience in a wide range of projects; public and private, commercial and residential. 

As a principal designer at LCR, Jill's projects have taken her throughout the US. In particular though, her work is very well represented in the New York and Connecticut region. Though widely known for her endearing modesty, Jill has a large body of published work - having been repeatedly featured in Hartford Magazine, New York Spaces and Westchester Magazine.

Connecticut Shoreline Home

New York City Apartment

From new construction to renovation of existing spaces, Jill has been consistently praised for her expertise in working with clients, architects and contractors to create a seamless design process from planning to execution. The results are inspired and beautiful interiors that perfectly reflect their owner’s unique personalities.  

Connecticut Shoreline home

West Hartford, CT Home

Like all of LCR's wonderfully knowledgeable designers, Jill is well versed in providing a range of guidance and services. Whether you need a full home or a single room, LCR is a fantastic resource for furniture, lamps and lighting, flooring and area rugs, re-upholstery, window treatments, paint and wallpaper, hardware, pillows and bedding, art and accessories.  

Don't forget, initial consultations with a designer are always free!   

Meet the Designers!

This week is the first in a new feature of ours taking a closer look at L.C.R's fabulous team of designers. We'll be looking in on some of the wonderful ongoing projects this talented bunch has been working on. First up, though, introductions are in order. This week, Robin Jones.  

Robin began his design training under the tutelage of legendary antiques dealer and decorator Kenneth Hammit. He went on to study design and architecture at the Rhode Island School of Design. From there it was a successful career both in interiors and the jewelry business.  Robin joined L.C.R in West Hartford in 2011 as a principle designer and has since proved an invaluable member of the team.  

West Hartford Residence

Robin just recently completed the long overdue and much lauded updating of the venerable Town and County Club.  A Hartford area institution since its founding in 1925, the project was an immense success!  

Town and County Ballroom, Before

the creative process in work...

Town and County Club, After

And set for an event. 

Notice the fabulous new central floor medallion!

2015 has so far been incredibly busy for Robin.  In addition to his various project commitments, Robin was able to donate both his time and energy to another Hartford area institution, the Junior League of Hartford. Its triennial Decorator Show House featuring designers from around the region is its biggest fundraiser.  For the second time in a row, he was selected by committee to design the house's dining room.      

 


Being fabulous has always run in his blood...

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The Perfect Wedding Gift

Wedding Season is here.   Whether bride or groom or guest; weddings are a big commitment.   Between what to wear, where to stay, how to get there, and then how not to offend your new relatives, it can be just exhausting.  And you still need to find that all important gift!  Registries are designed to make this an easy and successful choice for all parties.  For the bride the chance to make your fantasy wish list come true. For family and friends, the opportunity to get something truly special that will last a lifetime.   It allows you to find a gift specifically tailored to the bride and groom; a choice that reflects their personalities, how they plan to decorate their future home and how they’ll entertain in it.

We’ve recently revamped our website to make this process even easier.  Guests near and far can search a personalized registry and ship it directly to the couple.  No need to lug it onto a plane or worry about trying to fit it into your suitcase.  It makes the decision easy, efficient, and sure to please.

Lots of boutiques tend to offer a specific look or style that can sometimes be limiting.  Fortunately, our designers consistently bring in a beautiful range of lines that cover a myriad of styles and price points.

We repeatedly find brides fitting into one of three categories…Which bride are you?

The Traditional Bride

Rogaska 

Gien 

Mottahedeh 

The Modern Bride

JL Coquet

Couzon 

Michael Aram 

Nambe

The Glamorous Bride

Varga 

Olivia Riegel

L'Objet

Michael Wainwright

      Come into the store or check online to see even more of our many lines.