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San Francisco Decorator Showcase :: Laundry Room

May 11, 2015 · Comments { 2 }

It’s on many of our wish lists; a fabulous laundry room. Perhaps it’s why the Laundry Room in this year’s San Francisco Decorator Showcase has received so much buzz. Inspired by the colorful butterflies in Christian Lacroix’s Butterfly Parade wallpaper, Evars + Anderson Interior Design transformed a small space into a very chic and functional laundry room. The wallpaper (which has a cool 3D effect) covers the walls and ceiling and grabs your attention first. E+A pairs the whimsical pattern with timeless materials such as polish Nero marble for the countertops and black & white penny round tiles for the floor. They also redesigned the upper cabinets using a lattice pattern – for a vintage, yet fresh look.

But, perhaps my favorite detail are the custom drying rack drawers hidden above the washer and dryer. Love this!

happy decorating,

cristin

Just in case you’ve missed it:

San Francisco Decorator Showcase :: Sneak Peek

San Francisco Decorator Showcase :: Dining Room

San Francisco Decorator Showcase :: Kitchen and Family Room

San Francisco Decorator Showcase :: Powder Room

San Francisco Decorator Showcase :: Living Room

*photo credit Christopher Stark Photography and last photo Cristin Bisbee Priest

Read full story By Cristin on May 11, 2015 in Uncategorized

San Francisco Decorator Showcase :: Dining Room

April 27, 2015 · Comments { 0 }

The striking formal dining room in this year’s San Francisco Decorator Showcase was created by Cecile Starin. In addition to being trained as a fine art painter, graphic illustrator and interior designer, Cecile was a fashion designer for over twenty years. Her extensive experience is most evident in her design projects and most recently in the creation of the showcase’s formal dining space. For the room’s design, Cecile brings a raw, modern twist to the controlled, classical architectural details by incorporating street art into the setting. The noted San Francisco street muralist, Ian Ross was commissioned to create the bold black and white abstract murals to mimic ocean wave patterns and wild flora found off the Northern California coast. The colorful, recycled aerosol “Spray Can” sculptures flanking the fireplace are also by Ian. The furnishings are too a mixture of modern and classical. For example, a large circular table with a galvanized top and earthy root base are paired with timeless Loius XVI black patent leather chairs. The eye-catching Italian LED chandelier for NIDO Living SF features a set of four concentric burnished brass rings. It’s stunning.

I love the design’s juxtaposition of contemporary street art with classical, glamorous luxury. What a feat Cecile has pulled off here! Hope you have a chance to see this room and showcase for yourself.

happy decorating,

cristin

*photo credit Margot Hartford (first three photos)

** photo credit Cristin Bisbee Priest (last three photos)

Read full story By Cristin on April 27, 2015 in brass, chairs, color, contemporary decor, dining rooms, interior design, Interiors, lighting, pattern, tabletop, wallpaper

5 Favorites :: Wallpapered Powder Rooms

March 4, 2015 · Comments { 5 }

You know I’m a huge fan of wallpaper and am thrilled that it’s made a comeback! One of my favorite spaces to wallpaper is the powder room or half bath. The color, texture and pattern can add so much character and style to the small space. But let me be clear – I hesitate to have full bathrooms papered because of the moisture showers/baths produce. Eventually the seams of even the best papered bathroom will start to come up. So if you love the look of wallpapered bathrooms, my advice is to stick with the powder room (although some of the examples below are of full bathrooms).

Here’s a round-up of five fave baths featuring wallpaper:

image sources top to bottom: 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5

Do you love the look of wallpapered powder rooms?

happy decorating!

cristin

Read full story By Cristin on March 4, 2015 in 5 favorites, Bathroom, bathrooms, Features, interior design, Interiors, mid-century modern, pattern, wallpaper

Kate Spade Saturday Collaboration with West Elm

January 21, 2015 · Comments { 0 }

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Some personal favorites in the world of home decor and fashion have teamed up. West Elm has partnered with Kate Spade Saturday (the casual, spirited offshoot of Kate Spade New York) to create some super playful, yet chic furniture, bedding, rugs and accessories. The collection was released a few weeks back and some items are already on sale – so if you like what you see, don’t wait! Here are a few item that caught my eye: