All posts by Beth and Carolina
The Impact of Art
Three words: get the art. No space is complete without thoughtfully selected pieces– new or old, big or small, art makes a huge impact on any space. While art isn’t a do or die the way furniture is, it does make or break good design. It’s the perfect way to express personality, add luxury and make a space feel complete. Get. The. Art.
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11 Essentials for a Palm Springs Escape
Palm Springs is a must-visit for anyone seeking a luxurious and rejuvenating weekend away. Our interior design clients and designers squeeze in weekends to the desert dream-town whenever possible and always return glowing and inspired. Between trips for Modernism Week and retreats to our favorite resorts, we pulled together a list of the items we always have in our bags when heading to Palm Springs.
- Eric Javits Woven Floppy Hat | 2. Mansur Gavriel Soft Suede Flat Slide Sandal | 3. COOLA Spray Sunscreen | 4. Carry on Cocktail Kit | 5. fouta Towel | 6. L*Space Fireside One Piece | 7. Louis Vuitton Keepall 55 | 8. Kate Spade amaris Sunglasses | 9. lululemon Reversible Mat | 10. Pressed Juicery Wellness + Vitality Shots | 11. Totême Kenya Washed-Silk Dress
Later this week we will be sharing an unforgettable experience at one of our favorite resorts in the dreamy desert town. Subscribe to our newsletter to have the exclusive content delivered straight to your inbox…
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An Apple a Day
Yayoi Kusama Infinity Mirrors: An Immersive Design Experience
We recently had the opportunity to visit the Yayoi Kusama Infinity Mirrors exhibit at the Seattle Art Museum. We treated our Seattle team to an afternoon of awe and inspiration as we stepped away from our desks to participate in the coveted experience.
The exhibit features five mirrored rooms which visitors may step into with small groups for only 20 to 30 seconds. Between rooms, the exhibit includes a collection of Kusama’s other works, from her Accumulations to the Obliteration Room. See our favorites from the experience…
I loved the conceptual and interactive nature of the exhibit. It was such an inventive concept compared to traditional exhibits that are simply observed. I also loved examining the detail of the art itself and imagining what kind of mind could conceive and produce such features. It was amazing to think of the woman behind the art as you viewed and participated in it.
— Beth, Co-Founder + Principal Interior Designer
I appreciated the interactive and immersive elements of the exhibit. You really felt like you were becoming a part of the Kusama’s various life events and inspirations as you reflected upon the connection of your own experiences in each room.
— Tracy, Purchasing Manager + Senior Interior Designer
I love how each piece casts the viewer as the subject and encourages photography and social media use. It’s such a new way of thinking about how art is viewed and experienced since many exhibits and museums ban or discourage photography. I love the recognition of the role social media plays in today’s world and how users are encouraged to engage with the pieces and take and share photos.
–Jana, Junior Interior Designer
A visit to the Infinity Mirrors exhibit is an absolute must. We are so happy we were able to sneak away to experience such a fresh and vibrant collection.
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Designing with Kids in Mind
See how we design beautiful and luxurious spaces that withstand the test of time.
Watch: Designing with Kids in Mind
We love when our clients come to us seeking a fresh and luxurious home space, but still have young children. With backgrounds in hospitality design, we have years of experience designing with performance textiles and furnishings that will withstand the test of time. After all, there’s no reason to wait to have the home of your dreams.
WATCH NOW: Luxurious Spaces that Survive Kids
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Monthly Wrap: July 2017 Edition
We spent July loving all things travel and adventure. Whether we’re designing spaces to host visitors from afar in our interior design clients‘ homes or sourcing beautiful pieces inspired by our favorite destinations, we are always loving the way adventure makes its way into design. Revisit your favorite posts from this month…
Jetsetter’s Guide to Luxurious Travel | The 14 Things You Need in Your Guest Room | Interior Trend — Global Tile | Global Home: 5 Destination Inspired Pieces | Business of Design — Preparing for an Install | 10 Essentials for Dining Al Fresco | The Pulp Edit | Designing for Travel + Adventure | Our Favorite Rooms to Design | Curating Personal Collections
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Curating Personal Collections
This month we have been talking all about travel and global in interior design. Not only do we love to explore, but we are always immersed in adventurous designs for our well traveled interior design clients. While we are experts at sourcing new accessories and furnishings, we also curate and integrate our clients’ found objects into our designs. One of the benefits of working with an interior designer is our ability to integrate existing pieces, but still entirely transform a space. Our guide to curating collections, from family artwork to globally found pieces…
Interior Designer Guide to Curating Collections
BETH’S TIP
Co-Founder + Principal Interior Designer
Elevate small items with glass boxes.
Displaying a client’s collection of smaller items in clear glass boxes is a great way to add dimension and style to personal objects.
CAROLINA’S TIP
Co-Founder + Principal Interior Designer
Create a gallery wall.
We once worked with a client who had an extensive art collection so we created a floor-to-ceiling gallery wall to display their original pieces in a bold way.
TRACY’S TIP
Senior Interior Designer + Purchasing Manager
Frame meaningful pieces.
We often with with clients who have their kids’ art displayed throughout the house. Framing these pieces in acrylic boxes or modern frames gives children’s artwork a sense of sophistication while making the pieces pop.
TARA’S TIP
Designer
Layer heirloom rugs.
Pairing antique or family heirloom rugs with a modern sisal or jute rug adds a modern and collected look to a space.
SHANNON’S TIP
Junior Designer
Reupholster or add interesting hardware.
I love when a client has a piece of furniture they want us to incorporate into our design and we have the opportunity to give it new life by reupholstering it in a fun or interesting fabric. You can also add unique hardware, like our Starburst Pulls, to transform and existing piece.
JANA’S TIP
Junior Designer
Accent style and personality with coffee table books.
I love looking for coffee table books to incorporate that are meaningful to each client. Whether they love travel, art, fashion or the outdoors, book selections can speak to their personalities and create a cohesive design when added to existing collections.
Bringing carefully selected items home from travels is such a great way to remember your adventures and add global flair to your home. What found items do you cherish?
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