Interior Designer Mark D. Sikes assisted the homeowner of this charming Montecito vacation home in updating the decor by incorporating new finds and antiques. The result is a classic American style in Mark’s signature palette of blue and white. Pastel color and chintz fabrics mingle with natural textures like sisal rugs, an antique wicker chair, and dark wood antiques. The coral chandelier was repainted in white.
If you are a design enthusiast, then you already know that the 2018 Kips Bay Decorators Showhouse opened last week in New York City. The anticipated Showhouse is the most prominent showhouse in the country, attracting 15,000 visitors every year. The showhouse runs for the entire month of May closing its door on May 30th. Lucky for me my niece is graduating on May 30th precisely so I’ll be in New York City during that week and for sure I’ll be absorbing and admiring all these rooms in person. This year the Showhouse is located at 110 East 76th Street, inside a spacious townhouse at walking distance from the best museums New York has to offer.
Every year established and newer designers get to present their most daring creations that represent their perspective as much as their style. This time is no different, the creativity on display ranges from traditional to avant-garde design with more than one thing in common, color, a more is more approach, and daring design. Although the subject in focus is design the good cause behind the Showhouse is what’s most important. The Showhouse raises funds for afterschool and enrichment programs for New York City children. I only included the main rooms otherwise this post would have no end. To see the rest of the rooms visit Architectural Digest.
Foyer by Michael Herold Interior Design
The foyer by Michael Herold Interior Design sure sets the tone for the rest of the showhouse. The stunning wallpaper is by Iksel and creates a striking background for the modern touch of the black and white fabric on the Louis XVI chairs. A Juan Miro lithograph greets visitors. The wall of mirror reflects the beautiful wallpaper.
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.