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To leaf or not to leaf/Bassett Dining Tables.

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Bassett King of Prussia has just introduced more extendable Dining Tables with stylish and refreshingly on trend finishes. Along with these tables we have brought in more chair styles to create a cohesive and transitional look. Pair these with Area Rugs, Window Treatments and Wall decor for a complete and satisfying new space. For those who prefer solid, leafless tables...we have plenty of styles, shapes and finishes to accomodate. We are open Mondays through Saturdays from 10-6 and Sundays from 12-5. Please ask for me, Jim if you are able to visit Wednesdays through Sundays. Otherwise, any other member of our trained, seasoned and talented team is able to turn your concepts into reality. 610-337-1249 JPClarey@BassettFurniture.Com

Bassett To The Trade.

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I wanted to talk to you about our Design Partner Programs. Bassett has two programs for design professionals that provide a simple experience to build a relationship catered to the needs of your business and your clients. From large design firms to part-time designers (and everywhere between), Bassett has a program for you. Our Member Benefits include: Exclusive Discounts Member-only pricing with no minimum requirement. Online Tools. Our Room planner would be available to you so that you may design spaces, include Bassett product and even drape upholstery and leather items in the specific coverings. As a designer, you can already see the final reveal but most times your client cannot. ( That's why they need you.) A Dedicated Specialist...me. You will be part of our Design Process without the hassle of finding a storage facility or white glove delivery service to bring the product to your clients home or office...or Summer Home. I'm here to help you...and your client if you ...

Leaning Towards Peace.

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On this day in 2001, the Leaning Tower of Piza was reopened after being closed for almost ten years due to repairs. It was seen as a monumetal task until one excellent brain had the idea to tell people not to stand on only one side at a time and, voila. Fixed. Do you ever walk into a room and start to think about making changes? And the more you think, the more frustrated you become and then you walk out of the room and move onto something else? Sort of like the Leaning Tower, maybe what you need is a fresh pair of eyes (and ears) to sit with you and discuss changes in a relaxed manner. Bassett King of Prussia has a team of highly qualified and experienced Designers who can take the stress out of the most small or large project and make it, well...fun. Indoor, outdoor and combining both is what we do best. Stop in, call or email me to make an initial appointment. Leaning towards peace of mind, a new and improved space and a fresh lease on life. Jim Clarey JPClarey@Bassettfurniture.c...

Sometimes simple is best.

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There are many styles when discussing Interior Design. A recent trend has been simple, clean modern farmhouse design. Clean, crisp drapery side panels, minimal lines on furniture frames and less layering when applying accessories. On this day in 1911, Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, the Mona Lisa, was stolen from the Louvre in Paris and remained missing for almost two years. I would have helped the authorities to find this treasure, but was only seven years old and not aloud outside past my bedtime. This still ranks as one of the biggest art heists of the 20th century. One of the reasons that the Mona Lisa remains such a classic work of art is the " sometimes simple is best " approach taken by Leo. In comparison to many contemporary images of the elite, this portrait is stripped of the usual trappings of high status or any hints to the sitter's dynastic heritage. All attention is thus drawn to her face, and that enigmatic expression. (Mona Lisa's real name was Lisa d...

Black Friday, Bassett and crowds.

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"Black friday" is now commonly known as the day after Thanksgiving, as far as shopping is concerned. This moniker began in the 1950's specifically referring to how the Police complained about the influx of people coming to the city to shop. It has also been said that the success of customer purchasing on Black Friday meant that retailers could happily record sales numbers in black ink and move away from the red ink, indicating losses in revenue. Ok, so now let's move onto Bassett, Black Friday and crowds. Our "Black Friday" sale is in full motion NOW. This means that you can stop in on any day of the week, meet with a Designer, (hopefully me) and make decisions involving your indoor and outdoor home furnishing needs in a relaxed, stress free enviornment. Walk-ins are welcome, but I personally prefer having you make an appointment. That way we aren't interrupted and our train of thought doesn't derail. Our sale is 30% off across the board, with the e...

30% Off Weekend/Come One, Come All.

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Bassett King of Prussia is having a Treat Yourself Weekend, this weekend. October 27, 2023 - October 30, 2023 All furniture, with the exception of our "Every Day Value" Items will be on sale for 30% Off of Retail pricing. We will also have 12 Month Interest Free Financing for orders over $1200.00 ( before delivery fees and sales tax .) Bring in measurements and inspiration pics, or paint color, etc and let's design and save together. Jim Clarey JPClarey@BassettFurniture.Com 610-337-1249

Irony and Interior Design.

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On this day in 1953, Ray Bradbury's dystopian novel "Farenheit 451" was published. If you take a thin piece of paper and attempt to burn it, it will start to smoulder and then flame at 451 degrees. Ironically, this novel is on a hit list of books that have currently been banned in some places. Another aspect of irony is that, when books are banned, it usually "ignites" peoples interest in reading something that they perhaps never would have read prior to being told that they couldn't. (irony...a state of affairs or an event that seems deliberately contrary to what one expects and is often amusing as a result.) Now, let's play irony in Interior design. Many think that if you have a big space you need to cover every square inch. Or in the reverse, a smaller space needs few items. But it's really fine to design a large space in a sparse manner, and crowd a smaller footprint to create a coze sense of excitement. Isn't that ironic? How about keeping t...