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Gift Guide for the Modern Cook

2017 Holiday Gift Guide: For The Cook

Inspire good cooking (that you can enjoy, of course!) by buying your favorite cook the best gift of the season…

Gift Guide for the Modern Cook1. Craft Pepper Mill by Normann Copenhagen | 2. ChefSteps Joule Sous Vide | 3. Jacobson Six Vial Salt Sampler | 4. Marble Mortar and Pestle | 5. Gemini Tea Towel | 6. Repast Supple Co. Ravioli Rolling Pin | 7. Fresh White Truffles | 8. The French Laundry Cookbook | 9. Pebble Marble Cheese Board by Normann Copenhagen | 10. Tsar Imperial Ossetra Caviar | 11. Kate Space Deco Dot Apron | 12. Vitamix Perfect Blend Smart Scale + Recipe App

*Photo by Amazon

2017 Holiday Gift Guide: For The Beauty Guru

With all the amazing products on the market, who isn’t beauty obsessed these days? Get the perfect gift for that person in your life who can’t get enough of everything personal care…

Holiday 2017 Gift Guides: The Beauty Guru1. Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer | 2. Lush Bath Bombs | 3. slip for beauty sleep Pure Silk Pillowcase | 4. Tom Ford Small Leather Cosmetics Case | 5. Sunday Riley Good Genes Treatment | 6. SK-II Facial Treatment Essence | 7. Comme des Garcons Play Red Eau de Perfum | 8. This Works Deep Sleep Bath Oil | 9. Sigma Beauty Detail Brush Set | 10. Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil | 11. La Mer The Concentrate | 12. Rodin olio lusso Jasmine and Neroli Face Oil | 13. Foreo Luna Facial Cleansing Device | 14. Herbivore Coco Rose Coconut Oil Body Polish | 15. Kylie Cosmetics Lip Kit

Gift Guide for the Fashion Obsessed

2017 Holiday Gift Guide: For The Fashion Obsessed

Luxury is trending and these are the must-have gifts for every fashionista…

Holiday 2017 Gift Guides: Fashion Obsessed1. Spinner Luggage | 2. Gucci Butterfly Sunglasses | 3. Rag & Bone Division Leather Gloves | 4. Chloe Marcie Small Double Carry Bag | 5. Gucci Jordan Leather Ankle Boot | 6. David Yurman Solari Bead Bracelet | 7. Chloe Mini Fate Suede & Leather Wallet on a Chain | 8. Saint Laurent Joan Slide Sandal | 9. Apple Watch Hermes | 10. Burberry Heritage Check Cashmere Scarf | 11. Gucci Icon Thin Band Ring | 12. Gemini Reversible Throw Blanket 

2017 Holiday Gift Guide: For The Kids

Kids are the funnest bunch to shop for during the holiday season. Seeing the joy on their faces when they unwrap a package makes all the hurried shopping and last minute grabs all worth it!

2017 Holiday Gift Guide: For the Kids

1. Jellycat Medium Roxie Reindeer Stuffed Animal | 2. Hape Play Kitchen | 3. ALEX Bath World Map in the Tub | 4. Artsy Easel | 5. Lauvely Superhero Dress-Up Capsule | 6. Ride On Firetruck | 7. Wooden Wonders Gizmo Gear Puzzle | 8. Galaxy Rocket Adventure Cape Costume | 9. FAO Schwarz Remote Control Retro Bumper Cars | 10. How to Catch a Santa Fitted Two-Piece Pajamas & Book Set | 11. Indoor Teepee | 12. Gold Giraffe Sculpture — Set of Two

Before + After: A Fearless And Dramatic Home Transformation

It’s no surprise that the before and after of this family home is nothing short of amazing. While this home was already structurally beautiful, the interiors needed the touch of a designer to fully realize the space’s potential. These clients came to Pulp after trying to furnish the spaces themselves unsuccessfully despite their great style. See the jaw-dropping before and afters of this fearless family home…

Entryway

Before and After Transformation of a Fearless Family Home featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Entrway

“We love a good entryway transformation. It’s a space that should be utilized for style and function. We added a bench with eye-catching fabric to create an area where you can sit and get ready as you head out the door”

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Living Room

Before and After Transformation of a Fearless Family Home featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Entryway and Living Room

Before and After Transformation of a Fearless Family Home featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Living Room

“The living room was tricky because the TV was off centered due to the placement of the fireplace. Our clients use the living room to enjoy sports and TV together, so we designed the space to include seating that was centered around the TV, without throwing off the rest of the space.”

Fearless Style Fit for a Family, Entryway featuring graphic rug, white credenza, blue mirror, coastal style family home

Fearless Style Fit for a Family, Living Room featuring navy blue stripped armchairs, geometric blue rug, circle mirror, gold accented artwork, horse inspired artwork, coastal style family home, coffee table styling

Dining Room

Before and After Transformation of a Fearless Family Home featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Dining Room

“The transformation in the dining room is exquisite. We love the way pattern and color work together to create a luxurious space for entertaining and family dinners.”

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Kitchen

Before and After Transformation of a Fearless Family Home featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Kitchen

“It’s amazing what the right paint and a pop of a color will do in a space. We created a family-friendly space that can be enjoyed by both the parents and kiddos!”

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Fearless Style Fit for a Family, Kitchen featuring colorful orange bar stools, black pendant lighting, chalk board paint, chalk board wall, blue kitchen cabinets, painted kitchen cabinets, modern coastal style family home

Powder Bath

Before and After Transformation of a Fearless Family Home featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Powder Bath

“There’s nothing a bold and playful wallcovering can’t fix!”

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Master Bedroom

Before and After Transformation of a Fearless Family Home featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Master Bedroom

Fearless Style Fit for a Family, Master Bedroom featuring geometric and classic wallpaper, blue metallic wallcovering, white beaded chandelier, jewel box style master bedroom, circle accented mirror, coastal style family home

“The master bedroom was easily the most dramatic transformation in the home. These clients really trusted us to do our thing, and they were not disappointed. The best design truly comes when you put your fears aside and let personality tell the story.”

Before and After Transformation of a Fearless Family Home featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Master Bedroom

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Read the four-page spread in Better Homes & Gardens and meet the clients!

For professional interior design services, contact Pulp Design Studios℠.

5 things to inspire you this weekend

5 Things To Inspire You This Weekend

It was one busy week full of exciting client work and designing! We’re wrapping a great first week of November by sharing 5 of our favorite new finds to inspire your weekend…

SHINE BRIGHT

One of our most recent favorites on the lighting market, the Floyd Pendant just might have to make its way into one of our own homes. (available to Pulp clients)

INSPIRE

We discovered this stunning artisan wallcovering during a presentation from Fromental. Love!

ADD TO CART

Tassle earring have been a huge trend in the fashion world this year, and this pair from Forty Five Ten are nothing short of amazing!

CARRY ALL

The Commute Clutch from Mark and Graham is the perfect accessory for the busy professional and/or jetsetter. Super organized and chic!

NOURISH

We enjoyed a divine night of dining with our Seattle office at the super cool + hip restaurant, Stateside. A must-visit for tasty, global eats! Photo: Stateside

Happy weekend!

The Recipe To Your New Favorite Cocktail

To complement our new collection of entertaining and gift home goods, Kismet Lounge, we tapped the Pulp master mixologist, none other than Beth Dotolo, for a signature cocktail recipe sure to dazzle boozy tastebuds. Put on the ultimate cocktail party playlist, bring out your chic barware and pour this deliciously adventurous drink.

GET MIXING

The Kismet Cocktail: Vodka, St. Germain, Savage, Lemon and Mint Garnish with stylish coasters and barware

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 oz Vodka | 1/2 oz St. Germain | 1/2 oz Sauvage Absinthe | 1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice | Mint to Garnish

EQUIPMENT

Kismet Lounge CoasterRicky Cocktail Shaker | CoCo Strainer | Cocktail Glass

INSTRUCTIONS

Add all ingredients in cocktail shaker. Add ice and shake until cocktail shaker is frosty on the outside. Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass and garnish with mint. Enjoy!

Shop the entire Kismet Lounge Collection for stylish and adventurous entertaining ware.

The Top 10 Interior Design Trends in October 2017, Fashion Inspired, Surrealist, Hermes, Gemini, Signature Home Scents, Large Format Photography, Human Form Inspired Home Decor, Architecturally Designed Pool House

The Top 10 Interior Design Trends in November 2017

It’s November and design inspiration is everywhere. See the top 10 trends and goods inspiring us this month…

Top 10 Interior Design Trends November 2017, Surrealist Inspired Creative

The creative direction and surrealist inspiration behind Hermes‘ recent ad campaign is just as playful as it is artistically brilliant.

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For those of you in NYC looking for a day of awe-inspiring curations, be sure to visit The Salon Art +Design from November 9-13. This highly designed show exhibits some of the most innovative tastemakers in the world of interiors.

Top Interior Design Trend of November, Deep Lacquer

A deep lacquer creates a luxuriously rich sense of warmth in this space, while feeling bright without overwhelming. We spotted this space in Architectural Digest.

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Our Pop Up Shop with The Mine wrapped yesterday, so we had to include one of our favorite patterns from our newest collection. The Gemini design was inspired by the astrological twins, a perfect symbol for Pulp’s dynamic duo.

 

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We are constantly drawing inspiration from our own favorite fashion designers when it comes to creating spaces for our interior design clients. The intersection between architect Zaha Hadid and Valentino’s vibrant collection is perfection, featured in Elle.

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This pool and slide is a true design playground. We spotted this unbelievable space in the November issue of Architectural Digest and loved the incorporation of architecture and high-style design into a traditionally less-than-attractive space. A captivating design photographed by Polly Tootal.

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Fragrance has the power to bring a design alive to all of the senses. A signature scent is essential in creating a sensory experience in a home. We drew inspiration from opulent  Moroccan bath houses in the creation of the Pulp signature scent, available exclusively on Pulp Home.

 

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Creme and beige are the new grey. Subdued palettes have been a huge trend this year, but the days of grey are long gone. Our clients are loving the upscale neutrals we have been using in our designs.

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We’ve always loved human forms when it comes to art, so we are absolutely loving the integration of this trend into accessories and other areas of interiors. These hands make the perfect catch-all or accent to a modern place setting.

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Large format photography makes a crisp and captivating focal point when placed anywhere in a space. We love this moody photo by Jack Pierson.

Which trends are you most inspired by?

For professional interior design services, contact Pulp Design Studios℠.

5 Things To Try This Weekend. featuring Pulp Design Studios Pop Up Shop with The Mine, Barre Workouts You Can Do At Home, Aesop Hand Wash, Leather Top Capped Oxfords, and Native Atlas Face Oil

5 Things To Try This Weekend

SHOP UNTIL YOU DROP

Our pop-up shop with The Mine is now open! Stop by our Seattle studio to be the first to shop the Kismet Lounge Collection and exclusive curations from The Mine. Open to the public everyday from November 3-5, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

SQUEAKY CLEAN

Aesop’s Reverence Aromatique Hand Wash sophisticated packaging and amazing aroma makes it the perfect addition to a powder or guest bath.

MOVE IT

We love to travel and have to find a way to get in our workouts when we’re on the go. This 8-Move Barre Workout is perfect for traveling or at-home. Photo: Katie Thompson

STEP TO IT

Look no further for the perfect oxfords than these beauties from The Office of Angela Scott.

REJUVENATE

The Face Oil – Feminine from Native Atlas has changed the game when it comes to skincare.  This will leave your skin glowing and youthful!

Happy weekend!

Fearless Style Fit for a Family, Master Bedroom featuring geometric and classic wallpaper, blue metallic wallcovering, white beaded chandelier, jewel box style master bedroom, circle accented mirror, coastal style family home

11 Items You Need for A Fearless Master Bedroom

To celebrate this project hitting newsstands in Better Homes & Gardens November 2017 issue, we are sharing a breakdown of this bold and dynamic master bedroom from our Fearless Style project. Our interior design clients were undeniably bold when it came to this space, giving us the freedom to push the design to its ultimate creative limits. See our tips for creating a fearless-yet-soothing master along with the 11 essentials behind this space…

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5 Tips To Strike Perfect Balance Between Bold + Soothing

  1. Palette. Keep bold pattern soothing with a soft palette that still packs a punch.
  2. Lighting. A daring room needs statement lighting. We selected a neutral and intricate piece to create interest without overpowering the rest of the space.
  3. Hardware. Well-designed spaces need cool details on every inch.  Update furniture with fresh and unique hardware to achieve an elevated look.
  4. Reflections. Mirrors make spaces feel larger and are essential for dressing and living areas. Chose a mirror that complements the room’s details.
  5. Go bold or go home. When covering a room in a bold wallcovering, don’t forget the fifth wall — the ceiling. Putting wallcovering on the ceiling makes a space feel more intimate and makes an instant statement.

Essentials for a Fearless Master Bedroom featuring Jewel Box Wallcovering, White Beaded Chandelier, Gold Hand Accessory, Blue Throw, Bernhardt Media Console, Coffee Table Books

1. Ro Sham Beaux Malibu 18 Pendant  | 2. Cole and Son Vivienne Westwood Squiggle Wallcovering |  3. Bernhardt Media Console (available to Pulp clients) | 4. Brass Hand | 5. Mosiac Quatrefoil Box |  6. Tom Ford Book | 7. In Vogue Book | 8. Ollie Mirror | 9. Herringbone Throw | 10. Starburst Pull Hardware, Nickel | 11. Cabochan Lamp

Meet the clients and tour this fearless family home here.

For professional interior design services, contact Pulp Design Studios℠.