Author: toritaiyo

SOS Showroom underway

We are constantly working on improving ourselves at SOS. Last time we went on a “Kaizen” fest (Kaizen is a Japanese term for continuous daily improvement) we beautifully streamlined our drapery sewing center. This time we are turning part of our workroom space into a lovely little showroom for our customers. Here is what we… Continue reading SOS Showroom underway

SOS NEWSLETTER – Saving The World From Boring Interiors!

TO THE RESCUE! Hi there dear customers! Today I am happy to announce the creation of our bold new newsletter. SOS NEWSLETTER will inform and entertain. It will also keep you up to date about all things interior design and SOS, like… Updates on our constantly improving facilities and services Our upcoming showroom grand opening… Continue reading SOS NEWSLETTER – Saving The World From Boring Interiors!

Beauty is on the inside

I started another little blog for SOS today. On this blog I will be posting the in-between pictures of upholstery work: Chairs without fabric. Foam stripped. Ugly. or, Beautiful. Boca Raton Upholstery

Then and Now – SOS workroom gets a makeover

We have been busy busy bees lately. We changed our workroom setup and made a new streamlined sewing center. Here is a pic of the old workroom setup Here is a pic of the new Like the Japanese say, “Kaizen” – continual daily improvement.

Ripping up Roche (part 1)

There is something gratifying about ripping apart fine furniture 🙂 And when you’re deep into the world of Boca Raton upholstery you will get your chance to rip up some of the finest. Today I have a few pictures for you of a Roche Bobois sectional we had the pleasure of tearing apart and reupholstering.… Continue reading Ripping up Roche (part 1)

“I judge my satisfaction from the look on the face of my client the first time they walk into their new home.” – An exclusive interview with Interior Designer Mark Cutler

Today we are here with Los Angeles celebrity interior designer Mark Cutler our next interviewee in our series “Interviews with Interior Designers.” We asked Mark some fun questions about his work and his blog about interior design, Mark Cutler Design and he gave some great answers. So without further ado, the interview: TJ: What is… Continue reading “I judge my satisfaction from the look on the face of my client the first time they walk into their new home.” – An exclusive interview with Interior Designer Mark Cutler

10 reasons to subscribe to Draperies & Window Coverings magazine

Here they are 10 reason you should subscribe: New products Industry news Business advice Industry success stories Case studies in effective business practices <– click for a great article about applying E-myth to your workroom business Design ideas Solutions to common problems Entertaining articles Industry book lists and my favorite, Classifieds! So hurry up and… Continue reading 10 reasons to subscribe to Draperies & Window Coverings magazine

Designs we admire – Shinzi Katoh (Cool Designs From Japan)

I lived for three years in Japan while studying at a university there. It was a very fun three years and I was able to see some very interesting, and by western standards unconventional, designs. In particular, there is one Japanese designer that I (and the rest of the SOS team) have really come to… Continue reading Designs we admire – Shinzi Katoh (Cool Designs From Japan)

Long Time No Post

It’s been a little while since I last posted. I should have mentioned beforehand that I’d be away. Of course George has been here working hard (no rest for the weary). I was up visiting my relatives in West Virginia. This song pretty much sums up my little vacation. I still have the second half… Continue reading Long Time No Post