Beth + Carolina discuss how they incorporate a client’s globally found collections into their designs.
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Business of Design — Preparing for an Install
The installation is one of the most exciting parts of the design process. Installs are a lot of work and often result in long + busy days, but are the time when both our team and our interior design clients get to see their spaces come together. While the finished result is always worth it, there is a lot of physical work that goes into preparing and transforming a space. For our clients + design friends, this is our guide to preparing for your interior design install…
THE INSTALLATION: BEFORE + AFTER
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Shine Bright
The 14 Things You Need in Your Guest Room
A beautifully designed home can (and should) be enjoyed by more than just the people who live in it. After all, everyone is after the perfect home for entertaining. Many of our interior design clients come to us wanting to vamp up not only the spaces they live in most, but also the areas of the home enjoyed by guests. Guest rooms should not be overlooked — it’s the perfect opportunity to have a some extra fun in your design and source little treats for visitors. From our own homes to those of our clients, we love curating guest spaces. Our essentials for the perfected guest room…
A Guide to Hotel-Style Hospitality at Home
- A cheeky welcome. Pick out a fun card or print to welcome your guests. It’s the perfect spot to leave a nice note and, of course, the wifi password. Sharing the love really means sharing the wifi these days. Plus, everyone loves receiving personal notes.
- Refreshments + snacks. A carafe of water and an assortment of snacks or sweet treats are essential. Not only is it thoughtful, but any visitor will be excited to find chocolates or small bites to keep their spirits going.
- Freshen up. Every guest room needs luxury sheets and all the necessary fresh linens. Adding a room or linen spray adds an extra boost of luxury and keeps the space smelling divine.
- Provide the essentials… and then some. We are all bound to forget things when we travel. Keep the essentials, like extra toothbrushes, toothpaste and shampoo + conditioner, in an easily attainable place so your guest doesn’t have to search. We love adding an extra canister filled with travel and sample size beauty + personal care goodies for our guests to pamper themselves with.
- Storage is key. Visitors come with baggage. Instead of a traditional luggage rack, add a stylish bench for your guests to store their bags. It creates a finished feel in the room, and also leaves a cute spot to place luggage. Make sure the room is equipped with hangers to keep all their stylish pieces wrinkle free.
- Go the extra mile. We love adding extra luxuries that elevate the experience and make life a lot easier. Plush bathrobes are a go-to when making a guest room feel like a stay in a five star hotel. Don’t forget the little things we all need to make it through the day, like charging stations for electronics.
- Theo Chocolate | 2. Large Carafe | 3. Hola Greeting Card | 4. Talos Tray | 5. Classic Turkish Cotton Bathrobe | 6. Living Proof Restore Discovery Kit | 7. Crane & Canopy Classic Grey Towels | 8. The Laundress Home Spray | 9. Native Union NIGHT Cable Marble Edition | 10. Wood Suit Hangers | 11. Anchor Hocking Glass Canister | 12. Samples + Travel Size Goodies: Atelier Cologne Perfume Palette, Boscia Detoxifying Black Cleanser, Drybar Lil’ Lemon Drop to Go Brush, Youth to the People Superfood Mini Duo, Drunk Elephant Rise + Glow, Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment, Toothbrush | 13. Soprano Sheeting Collection | 14. Cristo Hide Bench
Our favorite things is hearing that a guest felt like they were staying in a luxe hotel after a visit to one of the guest rooms we designed. How do you make your guests feel at home?
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Interior Trend — Global Tile
We love bringing global inspiration into design in a bold way. After all, the most beautiful spaces happen when design turns into a daring adventure itself. From backsplashes, to flooring, to vibrant statement walls, global tile is captivating and a go-to when designing a space with a flair for the unexpected. We’ve seen this trend popping up everywhere (it even made it into our recent Anise Kitchen + Market project). We rounded up eight of our favorite global inspired tiles on the market…
Big Al by clé | New West Pattern Seven by clé | New West Pattern Nine by clé | Hex Starburst by Popham Design | Checkered Past by clé | Toubkal by Popham Design | Triango by David Pompa | Mamounia Eastern Promise by Ann Sacks
We can’t wait to continue bringing this trend into our designs for our well-traveled clients and those just wanting to bring a little flair into their space. What are your favorite global tiles?
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Global Home: 5 Destination Inspired Pieces
With summer in full swing and our design team and interior design clients globetrotting to dreamy destinations, we will be talking about travel + global trends all month long. We love incorporating our clients’ most prized travel collections into our Final 15 selections while sourcing pieces that reflect their well-traveled style. We are kicking off July with a round up of our interior designer picked furnishings inspired by our favorite destinations.
BETH’S PICK
Co-Founder + Principal Interior Designer
“I am planning my ten year anniversary trip and thinking of Greece as our destination. One of my favorite chairs has always been the Greek Klismos — I love Bernhardt’s modern interpretation…”
Gustav Metal Side Chair (available to Pulp clients)
Greece photo credit: Lars Ruecker
CAROLINA’S PICK
Co-Founder + Principal Interior Designer
“San Miguel De Allende is one of my favorite places in Mexico. I love Mexican culture, lively people, interior colors and the food. This chandelier evokes much of the vibrant spirit of San Miguel De Allende.”
La Malaquita Chandelier (available to Pulp clients)
San Miguel De Allende photo credit: Lonely Planet
TRACY’S PICK
Senior Interior Designer + Purchasing Manager
“One of my all time favorite places to travel is San Diego, CA. I love the beach culture, the diversity, the beautiful beaches and Spanish inspired architecture and design. This dining table reflects California’s coastal vibes, but also has substance with the detailing in the base.”
Newberry Round Dining Table (available to Pulp clients)
San Diego photo credit: The City of San Diego
TARA’S PICK
Junior Interior Designer
“Some of my favorite childhood memories took place during family vacations at Hanalei Bay in Kauai. I love the coastal twist on this modern bar cart — it reminds me of those trips to the beach.”
Lulu Bar Cart (available to Pulp clients)
Hanalei Bay photo credit: Hawaii Top Ten
JANA’S PICK
Junior Interior Designer
“One of my favorite places to travel is Iceland. I love the geometry of the landscape and architecture — it’s so unique. I have been loving this stool lately as it really reminds of Icelandic Basalt landscapes. I love how the unexpected texture sets off the simplicity of the form. It’s unexpected and playful, yet sturdy and elegant.”
Rudd Stool
Iceland photo credit: Blue Lagoon
Bringing adventure into our designs is one of our favorite ways to make a clients’ space feel personal and custom. What are your favorite global pieces?
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The Jetsetter’s Guide to Luxurious Travel
During the summer months, our team and interior design clients find themselves dashing through airports more than ever. Whether it’s to catch a flight to a work conference or to a Mediterranean escape, we are all spending a lot of time on planes, trains, and automobiles these days. Between collaborating through our Seattle and Dallas offices and trying to squeeze in a little vacation time when possible, we have gathered a few travel tips that always seem to make those long flights and hotel rooms a bit more luxurious. Our expert tips for luxurious travel…
Designer Tips for Luxe Travel
1. Soothing sounds. A quality pair of headphones with great sound are essential. Whether we are catching up on the next chapter of a book or listening to a relaxing playlist, these are always in our travel bags.
2. Stay hydrated. Traveling sucks the life out of you…and your skin. Staying hydrated is imperative during travel — you’ll have more energy and your skin will thank you. We love a good hydrating facial mist to refresh and add a little glow. Add a sheet mask to your travel bag for a deep treatment while you unwind in the hotel.
3. Sleep in style. We always select quality bedding materials for our clients’ bedrooms, so packing a pure silk pillowcase and pajamas for the beauty sleep of your dreams is the perfect way to incorporate splendid living into your travels.
4. Candles are key. We always bring a travel candle along on trips. It creates a sense of familiarity and comfort no matter where you find yourself (and also makes the room smell amazing).
5. Get organized. Traveling for work, we always need to keep track of our travel documents, receipts and paperwork. A leather travel wallet is a staple item for all of our design team.
6. Cozy up, settle in. We both like to be cozy on flights, which means a soft travel sized throw to keep you warm. Get settled in and relax for the flight — treat yourself to your favorite cocktail and put on your favorite playlist.
Dr. Jart+ Hydration Lover Rubber Mask | Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist | Evian Mineral Water Spray | Sephora Makeup Case | Smythson Travel Wallet | Voluspa Candle | Barneys Cashmere Travel Throw | St. Frank Travel Throw | Carry On Cocktail Kit | aHead Wireless Headphones | audible | Olivia von Halle Pajama Set | SlipSilk Pure Silk Pillowcase | Bucky Eye Mask | Kiehl’s Butterstick Lip Treatment
What are your go-to travel tips & tricks?
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Monthly Wrap: June 2017 Edition
June was all about zen + wellness on Pulp Editorial. We dove into the many design elements that make you feel that sense of inner peace we all yearn for. From bringing the outdoors in to incorporating symbolic shapes in accessories, we shared our best tips and favorite trends all month. What did you miss this month?
8 Tips for Creating the Perfect Vanity // 10 Essentials for a Modern Meditation Space // Interior Trend — Bold + Unexpected Marble // How to Create a Soothing Master Bedroom // 7 Must-Have Circle Inspired Furnishings // Our 6 Must-Have Swivel Chairs // The Pulp Edit: June 2017
8 Tips for Creating the Perfect Vanity
Creating the perfect oasis inside your home is essential to zen and well-being. We love creating spa-like baths inside our interior design clients’ homes — personalizing these spaces even further can be the key to making the perfect place to unwind.
In our Lakehouse Retreat master bathroom, we created a vanity ideal for our client to have some space to herself. It’s global-influenced and filled with found objects from our client’s travels. Making an oasis is an art — here are our favorite tips for creating the perfect vanity.
An Expert Guide to the Perfect Vanity
1. Comfortable seating. Being able to get comfortable at your vanity is reliant on choosing the right seating. Stools are always a good choice — being able to tuck away your seating when it’s not in use makes the space more efficient. Choose wipeable and cleanable pieces that last through face masks and makeup spills.
2. Beautiful and efficient storage. Your vanity instantly becomes more peaceful and calming when organized. Put all of your small essentials — think cotton balls and vitamins — into gorgeous jars for storage, then use trays and boxes to sort items like deodorant and toothpaste.
3. Plush rugs. Having a plush rug in the space can be the difference between an oasis and a work station — imagine that soft material against your feet! Just make sure to buy a cleanable and wipeable material.
4. Personalize your space. Add dual-function accessories to brighten up the space — a vase can perfectly double as a bangle holder while a gorgeous bowl can keep your makeup brushes organized.
5. Get the lighting right. For optimal vanity lighting, opt for eye level sconces to perfectly illuminate your face. If you don’t have these, a beautiful countertop lamp makes a great substitute. Lighting is everything, ladies.
6. Elegant displays for your skincare necessities. Don’t be afraid to display your skincare products on the countertop — keep the chaos contained by arranging your go-to serums on an elegant tray. Pretty little touches of organization are the perfect way to keep your necessities within arms reach while adding a little style.
7. Brighten up your mood with fresh flowers in vases. Keep gorgeous vases on your vanity for an instant mood booster. The floral scent will wake you up in the morning and help you relax before bed.
8. Keep a pair of slippers on hand. Store your slippers next to your vanity — keep your toes warm while applying your makeup in the morning and add that extra element of luxury to your routine.
1. Wellington Mirror | 2. Peach & Lilly Sheet Mask Set | 3. Sweeney Lamp | 4. Sunday Riley Juno Hydroactive Cellular Face Oil | 5. Mark G Gold Leaf Desk (contact Pulp to purchase) | 6. Prism Rug | 7. DuPont Faux Shagreen Pouf | 8. Snail Shell Container | 9. Piedmont Vase | 10. Patricia Green Glam Scuff Slipper
Comfortable and chic is the way to go when creating your perfect vanity — find the perfect balance between personalized, inviting elements and plush-yet-luxurious pieces.
For professional interior design services, contact Pulp Design Studios℠.
Our 6 Must-Have Swivel Chairs
One of our favorite parts of the design process is hunting for unique, statement-making and functional home furnishings for our interior design clients. Careful furniture selection involves much more than spotting the right size, shape and color for a client’s space; We always prioritize both style and function and search high and low for the piece that our clients can sink into at feel at ease. We love a good swivel chair to achieve our design goals and dreams — we rounded up our must-haves below…
BETH’S PICK
Co-Founder + Principal Interior Designer
“This mid-century chair is a true classic. I love pieces with a nailhead finish — it instantly elevates the overall style, giving it a touch of old-world glam.”
Monroe Swivel Chair (available to Pulp clients)
CAROLINA’S PICK
Co-Founder + Principal Interior Designer
“The natural and organic shape of this chair is sure to elevate outdoor design. Curating a calming outdoor space is a great way to create a sanctuary space at home, and this chair makes the perfect addition. Plus, you can spin around to take it all in!”
Cairoli Outdoor Lounge Chair (available to Pulp clients)
TRACY’S PICK
Senior Interior Designer + Purchasing Manager
“This chair is so sleek, sexy, and just all around opulent. The satin brass base and lush velvet make it a quintessential piece for any entertaining or glam space.”
Springsteen Chair Flint Velvet Champagne Swivel
TARA’S PICK
Interior Designer
“This is one of those pieces that make design dreams come true. The textures, the palette, the style, oh my!”
Camino Swivel Chair (available to Pulp clients)
SHANNON’S PICK
Junior Interior Designer
“I love finding simple and elegant furnishing that still make a statement. It’s just one of those pieces that subtly transforms a space to luxury.”
Roxy Swivel Chair (available to Pulp clients)
JANA’S PICK
Junior Interior Designer
“This swivel chair is full of style and could be seamlessly integrated into so many design concepts. It has an Art Deco feel to it yet still feels fresh and modern.”
We are crazy about luxury swivel chairs. What type of chair is your favorite?
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