Speaking of Motley, I was reading the new Stuff @ Night earlier this evening and read about Motley Shoe Store, a new store from Motley owner Doug Palardy.

The store sounds like an amazing space. It "is a clean, showroom-style 'shoe gallery' with a whimsical tree-house feel that Palardy created using mostly reclaimed materials such as railroad ties and found lumber."

Much like his clothing store, Palardy knows what he's doing when it comes to picking what to sell. "The shop carries primarily limited-edition sneakers - both men's and women's styles - from brands including Nike, Converse by John Varvatos, Puma, and Adidas, and will eventually expand to sandals, boots, and leather pieces." Sounds like my kind of shoe store.

According to Stuff @ Night, Motley Shoe Store is set to open in "early October". I haven't been down to the South End in a few weeks. Does anyone know if it's open yet?

Jimmy from Motley Home and Doug from Motley are teaming up for simultaneous parties and sales at both stores.

This Thursday, from 7:00 to 10:00, both stores will offer 25% off to all party goers. There will be giveaways from Goorin Bros. hats, and Chambord cocktails will be served.

Unfortunately, I have to work that night. Be sure to say hi to my girl Honah Lee at Motley Home!

Motley
623 Tremont St
Boston, MA 02118
617-247-6969

Motley Home
652 Tremont Street
Boston MA 02118
617-266-5566

Arclinea, Philip Guarino's showroom of contemporary Italian kitchens, has introduced "a new take on glass-front cabinetry.

"Arclinea's Stopsol ® glass cabinets feature doors in tempered glass with a bronze metallic substrate. Stopsol ® glass panels provide UV protection and are carefully crafted to maximize strength and stability. Aesthetically, they have a pleasing softness, capturing and holding light and reflecting the life of the home. Graceful, with furniture-like detail, the glass cabinets feature an integrated recessed handle and bronzed aluminum frame."

Arclinea
10 St. James Avenue
Boston, MA 02116
617.357.9777

Recently I had the opportunity to sit down with representatives from Knoll at their offices and showroom located downtown on Stuart Street. We discussed upcoming lines and also a new exhibit at the Boston Architectural College. The exhibit features 10 pieces designed by the visionary Florence Knoll. The pieces in the exhibition illustrate Knoll's interpretation of Modern design and how it functions in commercial and residential spaces.

The exhibit began on October 4th and goes through October 25.

Boston Architectural College
320 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02115

Everyone, please give a warm welcome to Christopher, my good friend and a new contributor to Design Boston.

Christopher will be keeping us updated on the newest and best products from around the world - something he is especially knowledgeable about.

Welcome to DB, Chris!