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Peninsula Volunteers Decorator Show House :: Chinoiserie Foyer

May 17, 2013 · Comments { 2 }

Interior Designer, Mary Linn Coldiron of Coldiron Interiors creates a stunning entry for the Peninsula Volunteers Decorator Show House in Woodside, California. The two-story foyer features beautiful quarter-saw wood paneling, a wall of French doors and a grand staircase. Under layers of paint and paper the original French wallpaper with Chinoiserie bamboo motif was discovered and restored. The wallpaper’s blue hue was repeated in the rug, accessories and wall leading to the second floor. Bamboo furnishings and blue and white Chinese pottery add to the room’s chic Chinoiserie style. In the room’s center, an elegant settee in tangerine velvet is paired with a resting dog statue and charming hoofed side tables.

Not only do I love the Chinoiserie elements in this space, it has a wonderful curated feel. Perhaps it’s because the design is closely aligned with my own aesthetic.

Hopefully you get the opportunity (if in the San Francisco Bay Area) to tour this gorgeous Woodside estate. It’s only open one more week until May 24th, so don’t delay!

And in case you missed it, here’s a tour of the Show House’s Guest Bedroom , Mother-in-Law Suite and Card Room.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend!

Cristin

*all images by Cristin Bisbee Priest of Simplfied Bee

Read full story By Cristin on May 17, 2013 in antiques, chinoiserie, curated look, foyers, home accessories, interior design, Interiors, Uncategorized, vintage, wallpaper, window treatments

Designer Kitchen With Painted Floors

May 16, 2013 · Comments { 3 }

I came across this beautiful kitchen by San Francisco-based interior designer, Palmer Weiss while getting my daily dose of inspiration on Pinterest. The all white kitchen has a mix of traditional and contemporary elements including marble countertops, hicks pendant lights and stainless steel appliances. It was the fabulous and bold chartreuse painted flooring however, that had me taking another look.

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I love it. Do you?

Cristin

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Read full story By Cristin on May 16, 2013 in contemporary decor, interior design, Interiors, Kitchen, kitchens, Uncategorized, window treatments

Peninsula Volunteers Decorator Show House :: Mother-in-Law Suite

May 13, 2013 · Comments { 6 }

Interior Designer, Christine Sheldon was inspired by the beautiful views of the estate when designing the Mother-in-Law Suite for the Peninsula Volunteers Decorator Show House. For the room which receives wonderful natural light from windows positioned on the north, south and east walls, Sheldon selects a restful color palette in shades of gray and adds an energetic coral for accents. The vibrant accent is most evident in the velvet upholstered headboard, but is also repeated in the embroidered drapery and artwork throughout the space.

Guest Bedroom - Peninsula Decorator Show House

An elegant armchair covered in gray mohair fabric created the perfect place to curl up and read a book.

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Providing guests with a comfortable place to work or write, Sheldon places a desk finished in a smoky blue shagreen is paired with a chic lucite chair in the room’s corner. It topped with beautiful accessories including fresh flowers, horn covered box and a crisp white table lamp.

It is a delightful retreat. Wouldn’t you agree?

And in case you missed it, here’s a tour of the Show House’s Guest Bedroom and Card Room.

Happy Monday,

Cristin

*all images by Cristin Bisbee Priest of Simplfied Bee

Read full story By Cristin on May 13, 2013 in Bedroom, bedrooms, beds, contemporary decor, home accessories, interior design, Interiors, upholstery, window treatments

San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2013 :: Writer’s Retreat

May 10, 2013 · Comments { 3 }

Fresh, airy and chic describes the Writer’s Retreat designed by Kriste Michelini for the San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2013. The light filled, attic room on the Pacific Height mansion’s third floor features whitewashed floors, grasscloth walls and chic furnishings.

A platform bed with vibrant mix of patterned throw pillows (many of which are from Caitlin Wilson) and whimsical Kandy wallcovering in Brit Pop by Elitis is perhaps my favorite spot in the room.

A vintage inspired chaise in turquoise sits next to a storage-maximizing built-in bookcase and chic Persephone stool by Coup d’Etat.

A cheery citrine striped rug by DwellStudio units the space. While the Strider Desk and Klysmos Chair both by Ironies placed at the window, creates the perfect writer’s retreat.