Our newest addition to Design Relish, “Remarkable Room,” will showcase chic spaces on a weekly basis and allow us to share even more outstanding examples of savvy design throughout the St. Louis area. You might have seen some of these rooms before in a past issue of the magazine, but don’t worry – we’ll be sure to surprise you with a few never-before-seen stunners, too!
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Our first Remarkable Room is a sophisticated space that was designed with the homeowners’ college-aged daughter in mind. We love its fun yet sophisticated style. The vibrant fuchsia accent wall and chartreuse furnishings provide visual interest and contrast against the dramatic black and white elements. What do you like about this space?
SLHL January/February 2010 issue. Photography by Michael Jacob. Interior design by Mim Phillips of Mim Phillips Interiors, www.mimphillipsinteriors.com
July 29th, 2010
Fun, fresh and fashionable, sea-inspired décor and accessories add a chic coastal flair to your living spaces. Make a bold design statement this summer with these hot ocean hues, such as brilliant blues, tranquil turquoises and captivating corals. Here are some of our picks for the season.
1. Sandbar Curtain. Available at Anthropologie, 1155 St. Louis Galleria, 314-727-7419, www.anthropologie.com.
2. Coral Reef wallpaper, York Wallcoverings® Ashford House® By the Sea Collection, www.yorkwall.com. Available at Frank Patton Interiors, 13133 Manchester Rd., 314-965-4240, www.frankpattoninteriors.com.
3. Shell Overall wallpaper, York Wallcoverings® Carey Lind Riviera Collection, www.yorkwall.com. Available at Frank Patton Interiors, 13133 Manchester Rd., 314-965-4240, www.frankpattoninteriors.com.
4. Coral motif Harden sofa. Available at Edwin Pepper Interiors, 909 S. Brentwood Blvd., 314-862-6330, www.edwinpepper.com.
5. Melamine Sea Fan plates. Available at Anthropologie, 1155 St. Louis Galleria, 314-727-7419, www.anthropologie.com.
6. Stained Glass Sea Life napkin rings, set of 6. Available at Pottery Barn, 262 Plaza Frontenac, 314-996-2630 or 280 Chesterfield Mall, 636-536-6101, www.potterybarn.com.
7. St. Lucia wallpaper, Thibaut Natural Resource Collection, www.thibautdesign.com. Available at Frank Patton Interiors, 13133 Manchester Rd., 314-965-4240, www.frankpattoninteriors.com.
* Before you visit one of these locations to purchase an item on this list, please call the store to make sure the product you are interested in is still in stock.
June 21st, 2010
It's simple! Just follow these small steps to style.
As you and your family kick off 2010, remember to include your home in your New Year’s resolutions. Whether you’re looking to install a new system of organization or rejuvenate outdated décor, updating your home can be a refreshing start to a new year.
Keep in mind that sometimes even the smallest of changes can make a large impact when it comes to home design and décor – such as enlivening a room with a new paint color or rearranging your existing furniture. If your neutral wall colors are looking tired, try using bolder colors, such as a high-energy yellow or an exotic raspberry – starting with an accent wall. The beauty of updating your rooms with new paint is that it’s relatively inexpensive and reversible.
Rearranging your existing furniture is another simple way to give your home a fresh new look. A few small shifts can make a big difference while still retaining the overall style of a room. More noticeable modifications, however, such as removing bulky pieces of furniture to change the flow of foot traffic, can have a dramatic effect and completely alter the aesthetics of a space. (Hint: Attach sliding pads to the bottom of larger pieces of furniture for quick and easy rearranging.)
Once you’ve painted walls and rearranged furniture, incorporating a few new design elements – such as a stunning bowl on a dining room table or a new duvet in a bedroom suite – will help enliven your living spaces. Best of all, these smaller changes will update your home without equaling the time commitment or cost of a full-scale renovation.
January 8th, 2010
