Java Kick

Posted by Jennifer Sergent Thursday July 03, 2008 - 03:35 PM

If you’re trying to decide which of the many July Fourth sales to take advantage of, take our advice and head over to Kosmos Designs and Ideas on King Street in Alexandria, which sells furniture and accessories made in Indonesia.

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I didn’t know they existed before they sent us an email about their fifth anniversary sale, which runs through July 6, with items up to 30 percent off. They are also having a warehouse sale on North Royal Street through July 13, with items up to 50 percent off. Happy shopping!

A little Asian goes a long way in décor, so just one item from Kosmos could inspire an entire room. The best thing is, all of their wood products are crafted from teak that is recycled from buildings, docks, railroads and boats, among other things.

As they say, “An archway may become the legs of a table; a door can be made into a table top; a boat rudder can be made into a bookshelf or table stand and a window can be made into a conversation starter that adorns your wall. Our goal is to remain true to the natural and antique beauty of the wood.”

Keep reading to see some of my personal favorites:

The XO Bench was made in the 1920s in Java. The back is adorned with X’s and floral medallions.

The Pyramid Bed is made from recycled teak taken from a demolition site in Indonesia. The whole bed comes apart for ease in moving. Fits a Queen mattress.