All posts by Beth and Carolina
Get Weekend Ready With Our 5 Favorite Things
SHOP UNTIL YOU DROP
With temperatures dropping everyday, we have been loving outdoor wear from Cotopaxi. Their designs are high quality, vibrant, hip and most of all… super practical!
REFRESH
As we get further into winter, hydration is essential to keep your skin looking fresh and healthy. We’ve been using the Overnight Mask from Sulwhasoo almost every night to stay glowy!
NOURISH
A golden milk recipe is essential for healthy living. Check out one of our favorites from Tasty Yummies to stay balanced during the holidays!
GIFT GOODNESS
A personalized gift is almost always the best way to go. One of our favorite jewelry studios, f. is for frank, has the coolest customizable ornaments, making a perfect gift for anyone in your life!
BITE DOWN
This Leftover Turkey Pesto Panini recipe by Damn Delicious was a champion favorite of the week! We’ll have this one bookmarked all month!
Have a splendid weekend!
5 Genius Ways To Use A Tea Towel
Who knew tea towels could hold so many purposes? Welcome to your new best gift idea! Check out 5 creative ways we love using tea towels…
1. Elevated Barware. A luxurious bar cart stocked with your favorite top shelf spirits simply isn’t complete without a touch of adventure. Add an embroidered tea towel to bring the look to completion and add a touch of designer style.
2. The Ultimate Hostess Gift. Pair a nice bottle of wine or champagne with a tea towel for a hostess gift that is just as luxurious as it is enjoyable. You will be sure to see your gift on display at their next cocktail party.
Gemini Matte Black Coaster Set | Antigo Champagne Glass | Eye of Ra Embroidered Tea Towel | Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Champagne
3. Napkin. Tea towels actually make great napkins when it comes to opulent entertaining. Your guests will love the unexpected touch and can keep their outfits looking pristine no matter what spills due to the durability and size of the towel.
4. Baked Goods Goals. Place an unfolded tea towel across a tasteful and simple tray or basket to keep baked goods fresh. You’re guests will be dying to get a look at what’s under that stunning tea towel.
Gold Cake Serving Set | Gemini Embroidered Tea Towel | Isadora Round Tray | Macarons
5. Chic Place Settings. Layer a tea towel in with your favorite tableware for a place setting that your guests will be compelled to Instagram. A touch of gold creates perfect contrast and glam!
Tea towels provide versatility and style and always make a perfect gift. We love seeing the way our customers have been using their new Kismet Lounge tea towels!
Elevate your holiday gifting and shop all Kismet Lounge embroidered tea towels!
For professional interior design services, contact Pulp Design Studios℠.
Take a Seat
The First Look at a Handsome High-Rise In Progress
As part of our Three-Step Design Process, we are taking you on a tour through projects that are currently in progress. It will be a fun look into who we’re working with, what made them want to hire a designer and how we are working with our clients to help solve some key design challenges that will improve their daily experience. Plus, you’ll get a glimpse at some of our designs before they’re completed!
Step One: Consultation + Intake
Q: WHO IS THE CLIENT AND WHAT IS THEIR SCOPE OF WORK?
This client recently purchased a one bedroom high-rise and was ready to fill the plain and empty space with style to make it feel like home. While the space may be small, it is not lacking in luxury or potential. Our client was looking for a pulled-together comfortable and modern space that is equally beautiful in each room.
Q: WHY DID THE CLIENT DECIDE TO HIRE AN INTERIOR DESIGNER RATHER THAN TAKING THE PROJECT ON THEMSELVES?
Our client came to us after deciding he was ready to invest in a beautiful space that could be enjoyed by himself and visitors alike. He turned to Pulp to bring in the needed expert vision and knowledge required to achieve the put together space he was dreaming of.
Step Two: The Design Phase
Here’s where we took everything we learned from our client at our consultation and intake process and put all that information and our creativity to work for our client. We started really getting to know our client, their vision of their home and how they tend to “do life” in each room. Then we started by gathering inspiration from our client in the form of a Pinterest board and began to collaborate on the design between our offices.
Q: WHAT IS THE INSPIRATION BEHIND THE NEW DESIGN?
Through our Splendid Living approach, we learned that our client loved blues, grays and browns and spent a lot of time in each space due to the size of the apartment. We took this information and decided to dream up a cohesive space that had handsome neutrals, inspired art and refined little luxuries in each room. We wanted to design something for our client that would be jaw-dropping no matter the room.
Q: WHAT WAS A UNIQUE DESIGN CHALLENGE AND HOW IS PULP SOLVING THE PROBLEM?
One of the things our client described wanting for his space was a hotel-like feeling. We wanted to create a space that was handsome and luxurious without it feeling unapproachable and unlivable. There is a fine line between high-style luxury and unattainable design, so we kicked off the project with the intent on striking the perfect balance. Creating livable luxury for our clients is central to Pulp’s design philosophy, so we sourced high-quality furnishings that still felt inviting and homey.
Step Three: Installation and Execution
We are waiting on pins and needles to install this project! Be sure to follow us on Instagram to catch the latest design updates. Stay tuned for more…
For professional interior design services, contact Pulp Design Studios℠.
From the Stork
Happy Thanksgiving From Pulp!
Happy Thanksgiving!
We hope all of our clients, fellow designers and followers are enjoying a splendid day filled with delectable food, tasty drinks and quality family time. We wanted to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for everything you’ve added to Pulp this year.
It’s been our busiest year yet and we couldn’t be more excited for the projects that have come our way. At the end of the day, nothing we have accomplished this year would be possible without the support and fearlessness we are greeted with each day from our amazing clients and community. This year, we’ll be toasting to the adventurous, loving and super cool group we are lucky enough to call the Pulp family — that’s you!
Salute!
The 6 Bars You Need to Visit During the Holiday Weekend
Between scheming, installing and design problem solving, we spend our fair share of time exploring the coolest bars and restaurants our cities have to offer. After a long and exciting day of sifting through samples and scouring the depths of our design libraries for the perfect pieces for our interior design clients, who wouldn’t want to plop into a chic bar stool and sip on a craft cocktail? See the spots our design team will be checking out during Thanksgiving weekend…
BEST BAR FOR THE CONNOISSEUR
Photo: Rika Manabe
Named among the 30 greatest bars in the world by Conde Nast Traveler, Canon should be the first on your bucket list if you are even the slightest bit of a whiskey lover. Boasting over3,500 labels, Canon is the place to be for any drink connoisseur with a taste for sophistication.
BEST CRAFT COCKTAILS
Photo: Monica S.
Understated style and a graphic wallcovering that perfectly illustrates Essex‘s brand bring this trendy Ballard bar to strikingly delightful life. Not only are the craft cocktails unforgettably delicious, but you’ll find some of the best pizza in town right next store at Delancey. Two splendid birds with one stone, if you ask us.
BEST LOCATION STORY
Photo: Suzi Pratt
Strong drinks aren’t the only good thing about Good Bar— it’s located in a beautifully restored 100 year-old bank. You’ll find fun and thoughtful odes to the location’s history sprinkled throughout this trendy bar.
BEST PLACE FOR A LIVE SHOW
Photo: Louie Solomon
Embellished with an American Flag crafted from beer cans, The Rustic is the perfect spot to grab a drink with friends, enjoy fresh air and sink into the sweet sounds of live music under twinkly lights.
FRESHEST + HEALTHIEST
Of course Anise Kitchen + Market had to earn a spot on our list. We designed this restaurant for a longtime client and couldn’t love it more if we tried. Graphic tiles, modern vibes and a fresh feel give this bar the perfect ambiance if you’re looking for a spot to take those quintessential cocktail photos. Plus, the menu is fresh, clean and delicious!
BEST MOOD
Photo: Quill
Located in one of our favorite areas of the city, The Dallas Design District, Quill does everything right when it comes to serving up a sophisticated and sultry ambiance designed to impress. An absolutely stunning space all around.
Seattle and Dallas are two wonderful cities for any designer to explore. We are always eager to grow our list of favorites as we seek out the best of the best in these creative cities. Happy Holiday Weekend!
Hostess Gift Goals
Everything You Need For The Weekend
SHOP UNTIL YOU DROP
The release of the 2017 Pulp Holiday Gift Guides was one of the highlights of our week — we love curating them so much! See the best gifts of the season for every person on your list.
SQUEAKY CLEAN
Love at first hair wash… The Repair Shampoo from Ouai is a new haircare staple in our collections.
NOURISH
In the midst of the Holiday season, it’s important to squeeze in as much healthy eats as possible, which has us loving these 8 Life-Changing Ways to Use a Spiralizer by Pinch of Yum. Photo: Pinch of Yum
CARRY ALL
The Dagne Dover Large Landon Neoprene Duffel is a soon-to-be new gym bag! It comes with a shoe bag, perfect to keep your belongings organized and fresh!
SIDE CHIC
Cover a stool in velvet and tassel and we will be on board! These pieces by Flodeau are to-die-for!
Have a splendid weekend!
