I was somewhat familiar with Schoolhouse Electric and Supply Co. before learning the Portland-based furnishings and housewares brand would be hosting a cocktail party for The Hello Sessions on the eve of the conference. Now, after browsing every page of their website, I’m thoroughly obsessed with Schoolhouse Electric’s self-described “domestic utility” style.
In an Oregon Business interview, founder and owner Brian Faherty explains that Schoolhouse Electric offers “not just pretty things, but things that are useful in everyday life.” Vintage-inspired things for the minimalist aesthetic, including baskets, rugs, toothbrush holders, beds, and couches.
But Schoolhouse Electric might be best known for its reproduction light fixtures, which is what the company first started selling over ten years ago. Check out one of their satellite-style pendants in my Sputnik chandelier round up!
I’m also totally lusting over this brass table lamp and this studio desk lamp.
Plus, these dishes, these planters, this watering can, and this framed poster.
Of course, I had to include the hand-drawn “Comparison is the thief of joy” artwork in my latest column for Cool Mom Picks, a round-up of inspirational quote art prints. If you check it out (and I hope you do!), come back and let me know which piece you find the most motivating.
And I’d love to hear your thoughts on Schoolhouse Electric. Are you into their “domestic utility” style or is it the design too spare for your taste? Personally, I’m saving up my pennies so I can buy myself a souvenir when I’m in Portland next month!
PS – Don’t forget to buy your ticket for The Hello Sessions workshop! They’re only available for another week, and you can get 10% off with the code LAST CHANCE.
(all images via Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co.)
We can’t wait to see you, PJ! And we’re also super excited about the Schoolhouse Electric Co. party. Those ladies have so many fun things planned, and we know that every moment is going to be a blast. Love these picks! I’m totally into the SECO aesthetic, which feels very Portland-y/Brooklyn-y to me and I would buy every single thing if I could.
I have a feeling I’m going to love Portland 🙂
What a lovely company! They sound amazing, I’ll have to check them out.
I’m excited to learn more about the brand next month in Portland!
Yay, I’m going too! Cannot wait to see you! I’ve had a Schoolhouse Electric pendant lamp on my wishlist for over a year but now that we’ve moved it looks like I’ll have to find something else for our new place. I don’t think that will be too hard! 😉
Your new house definitely needs some Schoolhouse Electric love. I’d be happy to help you find a few things when I see you!