18May

A Dreamy Black and White Kitchen

While searching about this black and white kitchen below, I came across the sitting area of another kitchen that looked as they belonged together, sort of like a Dream Kitchen Design.
The black and white kitchen with ceiling-high subway tiles and dark grout was designed by Tamara Magel while the would-be other side of the “Dream Kitchen” with a more neutral, earthy tones was designed by Huniford. Their aesthetics and atmospheres are very similar to each other, especially when the exposed beam ceiling is a shared interior architectural detail. The shared color in both kitchens is white, especially in the first two images where white is on almost every surface except for the beam ceiling and the black range hood. This is a very relaxing and clean kitchen, however I believe that the tones in the last two images are a bit more soothing and warmer due to the use of earthy tones such as grey, browns, black and the touch of nature in the form of indoor plants. Such details make a difference when it comes to creating an atmosphere in interiors.

The choice of glass doors for the upper cabinets give this kitchen an open feeling. It also softens up the exposed beam ceiling.

I especially love the windows in this kitchen sitting area. The details of curved edges soften up the brick walls and metal windows.

Lovely warm and modern inviting sitting space.

Two top images via Tamara Magel. last two images via Rikki Snyder.

17May

Mark D Sikes All America Outdoor Patio

Mark D Sikes Patio Summer version

Mark D Sikes has quickly become a very popular Interior Designer thanks to his All-American, exquisite timeless style as it’s greatly represented in his beautiful West Hollywood outdoor patio. Not to mention his own home which has been featured in probably
every single Interior Design blog. I myself became acquainted with Mark’s beautiful work when posting his black bathroom a few years back. But since summer is almost here and we’re all yearning for a comfortable and inviting outdoor patio ready for entertaining,
a venue to throw a party or two, we are relying on Mark’s outdoor patio for some style inspiration. What I love most about Mark D Sikes exquisite choices for his outdoor living space is the smart, four level terraces he created to enhance the architecture of the space. Regulars would just install a deck, fake wood included, but why be regular when you can afford to be exquisite, and when you are Mark D Sikes excellence is the only way. Good design planning pays off as in Mark’s case, where his lovely patio can be seen from almost every room inside the house. The fountain he redesigned and replaced can be heard from even the bedrooms upstairs, how soothing that must be… I saw a few before pictures of the patio where all there was a neglected hill. After seeing the transformation from a haphazard patio to a sophisticated brick paved outdoor living space, my appreciation for well design spaces is further enhanced, from Interiors, to patios to landscaping to a whole new level. It’s amazing what good taste and good design can create. I love to see before pictures, that’s when you can see the real magic.

16May

Caroline Sieber’s London Home: A Fashionable Life

Caroline Sieber’s London home is a colorful oasis that aims to bring the happy touch to the often grey days of London. The house that she shares with her husband Fritz von Wetenholz and their daughter is located in the leafy Notting Hill neighborhood and the result of the design is a combination of the couples respective childhood homes aesthetics. The colorful house was designed by the couple in an eclectic way “something more contemporary, younger… feminine but not ditzy.” Caroline who is a fashion stylist and Chanel brand ambassador, says. The living room which runs the entire depth of the house is covered in a custom tropical wallpaper by Zuber, with is a mixture of furniture from different styles such as a gilded Victorian-looking sofa, a marble cocktail table designed by the couple and other furniture pieces from the nineteenth century. Caroline Sieber’s home was published in the November issue of Vogue 2015. A couple of years ago I posted about her impeccable style which as chic as her house, you can see it here.

The living room Of Caroline Sieber’s London home with its custom tropical wallpaper by Zuber makes such a focal point, no need for wall art.

15May

Poppy Delevingne’s Luxurious Bathroom

Poppy Delevingne’s luxurious bathroom is like a gift that keeps on giving. It’s also a girl’s dream with marble covering counter tops, shower and floors and accents of polished brass fixtures. Delevingne’s bathroom is right up my alley. The walls are covered in a De Gournay green wallpaper, but don’t fret, the luxurious wallpaper seems to be protected from water and moisture, thanks to the glass enclosed marble-covered shower, as you can spot in this video she did for Jo Malone.

Poppy Delevingne taking a selfie in her fabulous bathroom from her Instagram acct.

The beautiful bathroom also shows some functional features, as a closet for storage and a glass and brass metal three tier side table next to the free-standing bathtub for easy access to toiletries.

poppy delevingne'd luxurious bathroom, via abelle vivir

Make it your own

Framed chinoiserie wall mural would add a great touch. Brass deck mount exposed faucet, brass sink faucet, a more modern version freestanding bathtub, three tier side table in brass and acrylic.

Second picture by Bjorn Looss, scanned by me from Porter Magazine

10May

Robert Stilin at Kips Bay Decorator Show House

I was happy to receive these images yesterday of the room designed by Robert Stilin for this year’s 2017 Kips Bay Decorator’s Showhouse. The room was inspired by a contemporary European salon where luxury and comfort coexist. The selection of collectible furniture and respectful art collection are set against a backdrop of dry and subtle marmorino plaster walls. Details such as of Cashmere from by Loro Piana, alpaca fabrics, and layered carpets lend a luxe tone to the functional and relaxing room. Robert describes his vision as ” For this room, I created a space that showcases the type of work we do for our private clients in the city, a space for a New Yorker who is well traveled, sophisticated, interested in arts and politics and who has amassed a great collection of art, furniture, and objects. we see the homeowner using this space to relax with a book, or to entertain friends and family.” Sounds like the perfect combination.

Contemporary art in the sitting room surrounding the fireplace.

09May

Emma Jane Pilkington Greenwich Home

It’s always inspirational to see home renovations resulting in unique stylish spaces, as is the case of Emma Jane Pilkington’s home in Greenwich, Connecticut which Emma shares with her family. After living in Paris and New York, Emma, eager for more space, moved to Greenwich, Ct. with her family. The house had major flaws that needed serious work. Small rooms, low ceilings, and tiny windows were among those. The massive undertaking took three years and the help of architect Joel Barkley, who also did an addition that serves as living and dining area. The interior decor is composed of great antiques, cozy upholstered furniture and 17th and 18th-century marble fireplaces. Some of the furniture pieces came for Emma’s previous apartment in New York, which I previously posted here. The result of this new dream home is the right balance of European meet American style, worth enough to leave the City for. Below, Emma Jane Pilkington Greenwich home.
Custom sofas covered in mohair in the living room

Category: Interior Design

A Dreamy Black and White Kitchen

Mark D Sikes All America Outdoor Patio

Caroline Sieber’s London Home: A Fashionable Life

Poppy Delevingne’s Luxurious Bathroom

Robert Stilin at Kips Bay Decorator Show House

Emma Jane Pilkington Greenwich Home

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