Posts Tagged ‘the focal piece’
Fashion and Interior Design go hand-in-hand. When trend-setting fashion houses, such as Oscar de la Renta, Yves Saint Laurent, Gucci, or Marc Jacobs, reveal their collections during fashion week, you can bet some of those design elements start showing up at High Point the following season. Whether it’s color, texture, pattern, or structure, interior design and it’s furnishings are drawing inspiration from catwalks and red carpets to the magazines of Vogue.
Sparkle and Shine…
A touch of Hollywood glamour and glitz creates the right amount of drama for this modern bathroom.
The New Soft Line…
The feminine curves on the sofa and cocktail table exude a warm and welcoming feeling in this elegant living room.
Chic in the City…
A monochromatic color scheme is the epitome of timeless sophistication.
Far Out Traveler…
Pile on the color, pattern and texture and you have yourself a globetrotter-infused retreat.
Forties Glamour…
A neutral color scheme and sleek finishes provide the ideal environment for sipping a dirty martini in style.
Tartan Army…
A bedroom fit for English royalty!
Fetish…
The black leather studded side table evokes an edgy sensuality vibe in this posh bedroom.
Print and Pattern…
The contemporary black and white fabric on the Louis XVI arm chair unites the two-tone color scheme in this living room.
Flow is just as important as function and storage when it comes to a kitchen’s design. The challenge for our client was that her kitchen felt, “closed off from the rest of the home,” which has a modern open layout. The cabinets, countertops and backsplash were standard builder selections and fell short of adding any excitement to the space. Our client’s number one wish was to open up the kitchen to the rest of her home. Adding color and selecting rich finishes would give way to a dynamic personality for her kitchen. She didn’t have the budget to overhaul the cabinets but knew it needed some life and light. These photos are of the original Kitchen…
We removed a section of cabinets that separated the kitchen from the living room in order to achieve the open-flow design our client was intent on. A beautiful granite slab replaced the original tile countertops. Task lighting was an issue so additional ceiling cans and under cabinet lights were added to improve the light quality throughout the space.
The taupe glass tile brings movement and pattern to the backsplash and is highlighted by the under-cabinet lighting.
The upper cabinet doors were replaced with frosted glass panels to give a more open, light feel.
The finishing touches to the renovation: a rich Benjamin Moore paint color selected for the kitchen and hallway, and a fabulous Laura Weitzner wall covering applied to the floating wall…color and texture are easy ways to bring attention to an architectural element.
In the end, the room was transformed from an ordinary kitchen to a space the client absolutely loves!!!
Many people are faced with the challenge of how they can update a room using existing furniture and incorporating new. As designers, we are mindful of the emotional attachments people have with their furnishings and are focused on the seamless integration of “old” and “new” items. Recently, our client asked us to rejuvenate her master bedroom. She requested a colorful environment with a soft, feminine flair that would breathe life into the space.
Our first priority for this project was to improve the scale of the furnishings within her bedroom. One of the solutions was to select appropriate table lamps for the two nightstands and antique occasional table.
Below, are the lamp options we presented to our client:
In the end, our client selected the lamp on the left for her two nightstands. Their appropriate scale, graceful shape and warm metal tones mix beautifully with the accent hardware on her existing case goods.
She selected the tall floral lamp for the antique occasional table. This fanciful lamp will be a statement piece in the room and provide a delicate feminine touch to the ornate table.
Stay tuned for the room’s transformation with the installation of the three new table lamps, the refinished bed and nightstands, new bedding as well as new window treatments…
It all started with the knowledge that our client loves wine. We assessed the space, addressed building restrictions, and determined the best use and function for this blank wall – a custom built wine cabinet.
BEFORE
CONCEPT
Conceptual drawings were produced to show the functional and beautiful piece of furniture that was to be built for the Client’s bar area.
STONE SELECTION
ANTIQUE MIRROR
The granite that was selected conveys movement while the appropriate tone of color added character to this custom piece. Incorporating an antiqued mirror behind the floating shelves gives the room a sense of spaciousness in a subtle manner.
A grommet was cut into the top of the granite to accommodate an electric wine bottle opener and lights were hardwired and recessed into the hutch in order to highlight the glassware and art. Alder wood with a custom ash finish was selected for a timeless appearance to suit the home and our Client’s taste.
Focal Points in a Room
Focal points are created through architectural detail or an upholstered furnishing, casegood, the chandelier, an accessory, art or a framed mirror showing the reflection of a magnificent room.
The center of attention must be captivating. Many times awareness is generated by distinct color, contrast, shape or size. The main emphasis in a room may be a piece that doesn’t seem as though it should be part of the surroundings however fits perfectly.
Camel Back Sofa Dating back to 18th-century British designer Thomas Chippendale is known for its classic arched back, scrolled arms, and floating frame.
Knole Sofa One of the first sleeper sofas named after one of King Henry VIII grand houses. The cord tassels that hinge the sides untie and allow the split back corners and extend frame back support to drop flat into a bed.
French Settee The scrolled wood frame and tight back with loose seat cushion was a popular design during Louis XIV period.
Chesterfield Sofa 19th century English design features tight tufted back, scrolled arms, and is fully upholstered.
Tuxedo Sofa A signature piece created by designer Billy Baldwin, this sofa has clean straight lines, box seat and back cushions.
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