ABC Carpet & Home has built a reputation as an editor darling and a designer’s sanctuary, balancing its own extensive in-house collections with sought-after items from high-end brands like Ginori, Astier de Villatte, Hawkins New York, and John Derian. For Corbin, the multi-level New York landmark serves as an invaluable resource when hunting for the precise details that elevate a production—whether she needs a whimsical incense holder, textured throw pillows, or artisan glassware that breathes life into a quiet corner.
Reflecting on her creative process, Corbin emphasizes that set styling relies heavily on contrast and intentionality. By mixing streamlined modern upholstery with tactile, artisanal pieces, a room transitions from looking staged to feeling genuinely inhabited. Below is a look at the specific designer-approved pieces Corbin routinely sources from ABC Carpet & Home to achieve that signature lived-in aesthetic.
Astier de Villatte Ceramics
Among Corbin’s recurring set design toolkit items are the delicate, sculptural ceramics created by Astier de Villatte. Celebrated for bringing a sense of sophisticated whimsy to a space, these handmade French ceramics offer a distinct texture and artistic footprint that standard mass-market decor cannot replicate. Corbin notes a particular fondness for the brand’s incense holders, praising their sculptural qualities, alongside small cups that double as vessels for small odds and ends, such as matchbooks or dried botanicals. Among the standout selections from this line are the Astier de Villatte Médor Incense Holder, priced at $177, and the Astier de Villatte Peggy Cup, available for $252.
Complementing these French ceramics are smaller metallic accents designed to offer material contrast. Corbin frequently incorporates diminutive dishes to layer over stacks of books or anchor side tables next to floral arrangements. A notable example is the Shelton Metal Small Shell Dish, which features a markdown from $45 to $29, accompanied by the Shelton Metal Shell Cordial, marked down from $78 to $49. These metallic touches introduce subtle sheen and tactile variety to wood and fabric surfaces.
Maison de Vacances Pillows
When styling sofas and beds, Corbin frequently relies on accent pillows to break up expansive fields of solid upholstery or streamlined bedding. For this, she turns to Maison de Vacances, a brand celebrated for its rich color palette and tactile fabrics. The cushions provide an immediate textural contrast, while careful tailoring details—such as edge hems and exposed zippers along the bottom—lend the pieces a subtle, modern edge that prevents them from reading as overly traditional or flouncy. Notable selections in this category include the Maison de Vacances Kilim Jacquard Pillow and the Maison de Vacances Pollock Chenille Pillow, both retailing at $220.
Society Limonta Blankets
Continuing her emphasis on tactile richness, Corbin highlights the alpaca throws and blankets from Society Limonta. Because texture remains a foundational element of her professional work, she seeks out textiles featuring complex weaves and diverse colorways. Society Limonta offers options scaled for both everyday throws and full bed styling, allowing stylists and homeowners alike to drape them casually over the back of a sofa or layer them atop a bed for added depth. The brand’s offerings at ABC Carpet & Home include the Society Limonta Multi Alpaca Throw, priced at $650, and the Society Limonta Ted Alpaca Throw, available for $450.
Artel Vases and Glassware
In the realm of botanicals, Corbin believes that fresh flowers and greenery are essential for softening a room and giving it an energetic pulse. Consequently, she regularly transports buckets of fresh-cut stems, branches, and vessels to her shoots. Artel’s glass collection—known for vibrant hues and intricate engraved motifs—allows for floral styling that feels simultaneously understated and visually rich. These glass pieces add dimension to dining tables, bedside surfaces, and bathroom vanities alike. Key items from this collection include the Artel Round Vase in Sage, priced at $570, and the Artel Double Old Fashioned glass featuring forest motifs, retailing at $190.
Jan Burtz Serving Bowls
Much like fresh flowers, seasonal produce can make a kitchen or dining area feel vibrant and welcoming. Corbin often utilizes large, handmade serving bowls filled with in-season fruits or vegetables as focal points for culinary spaces. She favors pottery by Jan Burtz for its intentional craftsmanship and versatile neutral tones that integrate seamlessly into virtually any architectural environment. Prominent choices within this collection include the Jan Burtz Pure White Serving Bowl, priced at $480, and the softer Jan Burtz Blush Serving Bowl, available for $260.
Linge Particulier Tea Towels
Rounding out her styling essentials are kitchen and tabletop textiles from Linge Particulier. Crafted from 100 percent pre-washed linen, these tea towels possess a specific degree of natural rumple that reads authentically on camera. According to Corbin, the fabric strikes an ideal balance, appearing classy and casually disheveled without looking overly stiff or unkempt. The collection includes options such as the Linge Particulier Linen Checks Dish Towel and the Linge Particulier Linen Stripe Dish Towel, both offered at $48.
