Recently I designed a mood board for a bedroom, inspired by items discovered on Fyndes. I called it, Dandelion Wishes Bedroom and the entire article can be found the store’s blog, Designfynder. I just can get enough of this diverse marketplace, see my earlier post – My fyndes wish list.
TGIF and best wishes!
This traditional bedroom in the Hamptons was designed by New York’s Steven Gambrel. The lovely tufted headboard with wood trim is my favorite element in the room.
Florida-based designer, Phoebe Howard created a lovely seaside bedroom retreat in this Johns Island home. Howard pulls several different shades of blue into the color scheme beautifully. The dark wood elements contrast nicely with the soft color palette.
This lovely bedroom was designed by Texas’ Jan Showers. “An element of glamour is always necessary in a room, whether it be silk, glass or books–what is more glamorous than being surrounded by books?” says Showers. Although there are no books in this image, the Claudette Bench from Showers’ furniture collection is glamorous!
This tranquil bedroom by James Michael Howard is my favorite in the series. Howard successfully mixes contemporary and traditional styles in this space. The lovely bed takes center stage under the gilded star-burst mirror. The pattern in the rug and quilt coordinate nicely. And the crystal chandelier adds a touch of glamour.
It’s another gorgeous room by interior designer, James Michael Howard. Howard is known for his lavish application of color, texture and pattern and this bedroom is a great example. The color scheme – dusty blue, tangerine and a splash of yellow – flows beautifully through the quilt, throw pillows and artwork above the bed.
Which “blue” bedroom is your favorite? Also, drop by Julia’s Hooked on Friday’s blog party for more home inspiration!
*images from Jan Showers Interiors, James Michael Howard, S.R. Gambrel, Phoebe Howard
OK, this might be it – my dream kitchen! This casual, yet elegant East Hampton kitchen was designed by Florida’s self-taught Phoebe Howard. With her husband and fellow decorator Jim, they own an interior design firm, James Michael Howard Interiors and southern retail chain stores, Mrs. Howard and Max & Co. What a dynamic duo!
The neutral color palette and high ceilings give this grand eat-in kitchen a welcoming and peaceful feeling. The kitchen’s glass-fronted cabinets, marble counter tops and white subway tile back splash contrast nicely with all the wood in the space. I also like that all the wooden elements – table & chair, flooring, ceiling and cabinetry – are different hues.
Tucked in between large windows, the kitchen nook’s custom upholstered “sofa” benches are inviting. The pair of square wooden tables can be easily moved around to suit the home owner’s needs. What a fun place to enjoy a cup of morning tea!
If you need more kitchen nook inspiration, take a look at one of my earlier posts.
This gourmet kitchen has all the modern amenities including two sinks – one double sink located on the island and one farm sink under a window. A large professional-grade range and hood take center stage.
The stainless-steel appliances, polished hardware and pendant lighting fixtures provide contemporary elements in an otherwise traditional space.
The large kitchen island offers plenty of counter space for food prep, loads of storage and additional seating.
What a delightful space for entertaining. Love, love, love it.
Mark Castellino at fyndes recently published a wonderful interview with Michelle Workman, one of Southern California’s most talented interior designers. Several of her interior designs were featured in the article, but it was the beautiful West Hollywood Condominium that I fell in love with.
The grass green and pearl white color palette is cool and crisp. She keeps the same color scheme throughout the space. One of my interior design professors once told me small spaces – under 1700 square feet – should keep with one color scheme so that the style flows well throughout. Workman’s WeHo Condo design is a great example of this color theory. And this living room would have fit in nicely in a previous Simplified Bee post on “Green Living Rooms.”
The condo’s walls and furniture are white and Workman brilliantly delivers bright green prints throughout the upholstery. You will also notice that she keeps the warm hardwood floors bare – I could only find one small white rug in the bedroom.
The simple, yet elegant dining room showcases a whimsical chandelier. The one-of-a-kind individually handcrafted chandelier is made from an actual citrus tree and glass beads and is one of Workman’s creations. It’s stunning.
Workman gutted the client’s existing kitchen and created a clean, modern space. She selected gorgeous detailed hardware to the white painted cabinets. The slate floor adds an earthy feeling to the otherwise airy space. Very nice result!
The focal point in the bedroom is the beautiful giant leaf motif wallpapered wall that beautifully pulls the color palette together. My favorite element in this room however, is the butterfly hardware used on the closet doors. It adds a wonderful, unexpected bit of whimsy.
In November 2008, Workman opened The Red House Interiors to showcase her personal style. It presents a mixed collection of both high-end modern and vintage pieces, as well as original designs by Workman. It looks lovely and I hope to drop by next time I visit Los Angeles.
THE RED HOUSE INTERIORS
372 North La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048
T: 310.355.8200
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