Classic with a Twist: February 2013

Checkered Floor and Checking Yourself...

I really love this-

Well said, Mr. De La Renta...

Is it the sexy black dress? No

Is it my motivation to lose a few pounds? No

Is it a reminder to strut your stuff

and portray your confidence? YES!

I just dig it

One of the goals of our design firm is to give

YOU the confidence to step out and take

a chance with your surroundings.

We are currently designing a large foyer with a

dark gray and white checkerboard floor, heavy

millwork and edgy wallpaper.

The stunning tiles are Ann Sacks Neve 18x18 spruced up with the

Pewter Limestone- Custom Bardiglio Honed Marble

Here's our inspiration:

Source

Imagine leaving the party now???

Wednesday, February 20, 2013 Comments: 2

Living Room Remodel: Create a fresh look in small details

HAPPY MONDAY!

In order to start the week off right, we wanted to share the inside details

from our installation last week!

Have you wanted to "spruce" your space without changing the backbone of your room?

One of our recent installations is a great example of how to do just that!

It's all in the details!....

...to create a beautiful space!

Take a look at how our firm accomplished this challenge for our client:

First:

We started with a simple floor plan to see how much space we had to replace the cocktail table and possibly add two little bunching cubes.

Next:

We knew how much space we had to work with so we began pulling options that would work with our clients existing sofa and armoire chest.

Lastly:

We added new and fresh art and accessories to really change the whole feel of the room.

We layered a mirror in front of the musical art along with wood accents and ceramic birds ;)

Think creatively: A large lantern filled with books and a pop of blue in a

bird inspired plate helped to pull the look together.

Doing something out-of-the-box always is an eye catcher!

Look Up: We wallpapered the ceiling coffer of her living room and entryway.

What a WOW factor!!

So, don't forget the ceilings!

Here is a look at where we began, and what we ended with....with a few simple pieces of furniture, art and accessories!

BEFORE:

AFTER:

Monday, February 18, 2013 Comments: 2

Client Installation Teaser: Sophisticated Comfort

Yesterday we completed a beautiful installation of a dining room and

formal living room at our clients new home in Lucas!

All of the elements, including the wood bead chandelier, custom Bernhardt 10' dining table and much more brought this light and soothing room to life!

Using the clients existing sofa, rug, and chest, we created a new and open space for them to enjoy.

Be sure to check back next week for more details and sources!

Happy Friday!!

Friday, February 15, 2013 Comments: 4

The British Invasion has a whole new meaning for me. Not only is it all over the design world,

but my smart, sassy Sissy will be moving to London! As a mom, I cannot be more proud

of her work which allowed her this opportunity, but I will miss her like crazy.

This is Ashley... in a nutshell.

We can all learn something from our kiddos and seizing

every moment is what I'm learning from mine these days,

along with... going for it all!

So as I entered the showroom of Timothy Oulton for an ASID event last week,

I felt a jolt of sadness but also a rush of excitement

as I got a taste of what is in store for Ashley across the Pond.

Inspired by timeless, classic design and artisanship throughout the ages, Oulton succeeds in

creating pieces which combine his love of vintage, his knowledge of antiques and his desire to

create innovative, relevant pieces of luxury furniture for the contemporary consumer.

The Britain inspired store is located at Knox/Henderson and 75

which happens to be the first US showroom

Here's a pic of Courtney and I taking a break

from schmoozing

(featured on Shana Anderson's Photography blog)

I will surely be back to visit Timothy and his treasures and will

start planning to visit Ashley and start our adventures.

xxxooo Sis-

(Mom)

Wednesday, February 13, 2013 Comments: 0

Gender Surprise Nursery Designs

A New, Fun, and Different Niche

that we'd LOVE to break in to!!

Baby Girl Nurseries, Baby Boy Nurseries...

Parent's-to-be have such an exciting time to prepare for their new little one joining their family. Any many times, that 9 months can be tough, with a lot of decisions to make!

We want to make it easier for the mom and dad, and the nursery

even more incredible for the new baby!

Which is why...we have just completed 2 different designs for a mother and father to-be that

don't want to know the gender of their baby yet. We give them all the options and choices

for a boy design, and a girl design...and they make all the decisions! Then we complete

the nursery (with the door closed) until the big reveal!!!

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Such a unique way to reveal the baby's gender to the parents as well as the family and friends!!

Check out the design boards below from a recent project!

We completed a floor plan with the layout for the space.

And then presented!

The Baby Girl Design

From the Young America crib, Land of Nod glider, to the Serena and Lily Pouf Ottoman.
We had this salmon and seafoam nursery decked out ;)

The Baby Boy Design

Yet again, the baby boy nursery, was not lacking at all! Many of the main furniture pieces are the same but we switched out the colors, and fabrics with Carousel Design baby bedding and custom artwork!

Are you or anyone you know expecting a new addition?? Contact US to help make your baby girl nursery OR baby boy nursery the most exciting gender reveal party yet!!

Which is your favorite?

Monday, February 11, 2013 Comments: 2

Design Delivered: Navy and Green Home Design

Another recent Online Design project we can't wait to share with you!

This project was full of fresh and bold colors. We used a deep navy blue for the overall color palette and threw in pops of bright green for a punch of color.

As always, we started off with a floor plan of the main areas in the home. This client was using many of their existing furniture pieces, with a few being reupholstered.