Category: Interior Design

31Jul

12 Gray Bedrooms: Soothing and Inspiring Bedrooms

Gray is one of the colors that offers neutrality while adding color…  Whether it is dark or light, with beige or blue undertones, gray is among the most beautiful colors there is.  It’s super versatile as well because it is a color that can be used either in modern or traditional design.  Gray bedrooms with accents of gold throughout provide a modern and glamorous look.  For a more classic look, gray bedrooms with a mixture of black accessories would be ideal.  Gray-hued wall paints are among the favorites of designers…  No wonder that many, myself included call gray the new black… And let’s not forget the coziness and warmness it can create when used as a color option for a seagrass wallpaper…

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I love how soothing and romantic this room is… the different tones of gray mixed with silver, browns, blacks, pink flowers and antique mirror is what a stylish doctor would recommend for a romantic bedroom…

 

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27Jul

Au Courant: Miguel Garcia de Valcarcel

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I posted an apartment designed by Miguel Garcia del Valcarcer a few years ago and it’s pretty impressive how everything seems so au courant, see it here.  One more reason to love rooms with a mixed aesthetic.  I recently came across this bright and elegant apartment by him and couldn’t resist to post it.  The apartment is painted all white, a color that seems a favorite of Garcia, including the floors.  I personally would’ve preferred to see wood on the floor and maybe a bit more color, but for those who like to live in an all white home this home for sure is a good one to inspire…
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25Jul

A Cozy Home by Luis Puerta

During the glorious summer days, wicker and rattan are two of the things that come most to my mind.  There is something about this home designed by Luis Puerta that reminds me of those elements.  Perhaps it’s is the wood tone or the wicker accessories that Puerta uses throughout… The entire atmosphere in this home is very cozy and inviting…something about the decor gives it a glamorous vintage feel…A mixture of classic and modern furniture enhances the beautiful restored herringbone floors.

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I really like the nostalgic feel in this living room.  I think that has a lot to do with the slip covered chair, the gorgeous herringbone floor, the antique framed wall mirrors and the stone fireplace.

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24Jul

Gucci Decor: The New Home Decor Collection

Now you can serve dinner on a Gucci porcelain plate while sitting on a Gucci chair and well… you get the point.  The Italian fashion house is launching its first home collection, Gucci Decor and judging by the success of the brands latest designs, the home collection is going to be in many homes.  The eclectic pieces were inspired by their Cruise 2017 show and many of the fashion houses iconic symbols are printed on the pieces.  The collection will be released in September and you can see more at Elle Decor.

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18Jul

5 Reasons Why You Need Oversized Art For Your Home

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Oversized art in a room is a great way to bring in the extra design details that your home may need.  An over scaled piece of wall art injects immediate architecture, personality and identity to a modern home.  Anything from a modern art option like a black and white photograph of a favorite icon to a traditional painting, here are 5 reasons why you need oversized art for your home.

 

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It will give you a piece of mind. 

Gallery walls are a very beautiful option and can create an impressive focal point, but it could be a headache for those with no expertise on the material.  Choosing one oversize piece of art will avoid all the hustle of ruining your walls by making unnecessary holes.

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14Jul

Daniel Romualdez’s Charming Montauk Home

About a mile away from Montauk Lighthouse is the idyllic cottage setting in a magical land overlooking the Atlantic.  The home is Daniel Romualdez’s charming Montauk home and if you read the article by Vanity Fair about the home you can see why so many fashionable people love the home and praise it.   The 17-acre property consists of three saltbox cottages from the 1930’s and everything in it resembles the easy living of beach lifestyle.  The decor is simple, elegant and a bit rustic… with traditional features and details.  Blue and white upholstering… A true charming and beautiful home…

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On the profile I wrote about Daniel Romualdez as one of those Interior Designers to admire, I praise his ability to deliver consistent and multifaceted design, you can see the post here.  In the Vanity Fair article he says, “If you look at my portfolio, you’d think I’m sort of schizophrenic. I go from super-minimalist to super-colorful and layered, like Tory’s. I really enjoy working both ways. And I really believe you’re only as good as your client. I’ve learned so much from working with the stylish women that I do.”

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