FOYER - REVAMP

My stairway and hallway (my hallway is much smaller) look very similar to this image. I've always wanted to have a zebra runner... so that is my starting point....the runner is deep chocolate + cream.
Image: Kathryn Boyd

So, I'm sure you've heard this all before, but interior designers have no problem refining + building upon their fabulous ideas for clients, but when it comes to their home it gets a little tricky. I am drawn to so many beautiful objects and styles, my options feel limitless but my budget is not. My foyer/entrance/stairway are in dire need of an update, so I'm in the process of putting together some concepts + ideas. I love to mix classic + modern, new + vintage, to create spaces with a neutral background but add doses of color for depth + interest. Here is what I've pulled together so far, please feel free to comment!!!

I want to cover two entry windows with banded roman's in kelly green with a deep turquoise band or a mix of those two colors in some way... I am currently sourcing a linen..

Possible bench fabric - a place to sit + remove shoes etc.

Fabric- Alan Campbell - Cintra ( need to verify scale of print = it may need to be larger)

Inspired by this table...I am going to paint the one pictured below in a glossy black finish.

Image: Kelly Wearstler, Modern Glamour.

This was my grandmother's piece..

I want to bring some color in with the lamp...I thought this was interesting, its green and turquoise... two of the colors I use through-out my home.

Lamp: First Dibs, Found



Mirror Choices

Option 1 - Large clean lined mirror for behind entrance table

Image: Ikea

Option 2 - Large antiqued mirror for over and behind entrance table
Image: Z Gallerie

Possible entrance ceiling mounted fixture...Love to infuse every space with a bit of sparkle.

Image: Ochre

I've already started a large photo wall and am mixing black and white frames with color + black and white photos.. This may take a while to finish, I want it to look as if it's evolved..

Image: InStyle Home

I own this very large pendant, so I plan to hang it in the stairway for a dash of drama.

HOPE YOU ARE HAVING A GREAT MONDAY!!

FRIDAY FINDS

HOLIDAY SERVERS - MOTHOLOGY

for the sophisticated table - the contrast of shiny gold + matte brown metal is beautiful

BURBERRY - PLAID TRENCH

on my need, want, have to have list!

ANTHROPOLOGIE - NOVEMBER 2008

nice spread - love the boots + bag

NOVEMBER - BOOK OF THE MONTH

TASCHEN (publishes the greatest design books) is releasing two new books on December 1st. New, New York Interiors + the paper back version, New York Style, Vol II. Pre-order on the Taschen website or on Amazon. For a sneak peak visit Taschen.

Author: Peter Webster, Editor: Dr Angelika Taschen

Missing Mad Men

I was seriously addicted to AMC's Mad Men this Fall, I already miss the delectable drama. Here's an interior design recap!!!

THE FAUTEUIL CHAIR

Pieces

RICHARD SCHULTZ - HIS 1966 LINE

Richard Schultz



RICHARD NEUTRA -esque

Richard Neutra - Taschen pub.

THE BENTWOOD CHAIR

Pieces

THE PORCELAIN LAMP

Pieces




THE DIRECTOR'S CHAIR

WS Home


THE GEOMETRIC SCREEN

Lacquer - West Elm's bookshelf white for the same effect

All sources linked to source website

Mad Men images: AMC channel

Exercise your right!

It still amazes me that women didn't have the right to vote until 1920!

ADD A FEATHERED FRIEND TO YOUR NEST

Elegant Chinoiserie Lamps

First Dibs

Curtis Jere sculpture

{ his work is so amazing - definitely a post for another day}

First Dibs

A beautiful Chinoiserie wallcovering with bird motif

Image: Domino, Designer: Miles Redd

Chinoiserie panels

beautiful options available through Fromental + deGournay

Large floral + bird motif panel

http://www.wanhatkonstit.fi

A Modern interpretation of the bird motif- Wallcovering
Cavern Home - Mocking bird

Image: Met. Home, Oct. 2008



Thomas Paul rugs

Pictured Robin + love birds (bottom)




Bird Urns
First Dibs

Scatter a number of these bird vases on a table top

Porcelain bird vases available at Grounded

Bird Block prints

Jayson Home and Garden

Bird Series Pillows

John Robshaw

Add an original + unique bird painting to your collection

Artist - available on Etsy - Mincing Mockingbird

Elegant + Feminine

( Potential foyer light - It would need to be ceiling mounted)

I've heard of OCHRE, but had yet to check out this British duo's furniture, lighting + accessories selection. Their designs would add a touch of elegance to any room... I am in the process of compiling some fresh ideas for my foyer, it's in desperate need of an update. Check back for my, edited but budget conscious "picks" later this week.

All images: Ochre.net