The New Look
Eclectic color combinations, overscale furnishings and sumptuous textures were some of the definining moments at our recent showhouse.
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NATURAL CURIOSITIES Our recent showhouse featured a mélange of accessories evoking the natural world: think colored glass, leather, quartz and lots (and lots) of gold. This assemblage of objets d’art, collected from rooms by different designers, proves this is no fleeting trend. |
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Amy D. Morris juxtaposed black walls and turquoise and orange velvets with a faux zebra skin fabric on the back of a porter’s chair for a wildly spectacular color combination—something you’ll see more of as the year continues. amydmorris.com |
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(TREND ALERT) THIS IS NOW |
| This Jim Thompson silk—first seen at our showhouse before making its official debut in January at Maison et Objet in Paris—highlights the trend of pairing contemporary color combinations with centuries-old motifs, such as this modified Greek Key pattern. jimthompson.com |  |
| Couture-like details—such as Liz Williams’ use of rich blue passimenterie on a bolster pillow—will continue to gain in popularity in 2011. Rose Tarlow Melrose House fabrics available through Ainsworth-Noah & Associates, ainsworth-noah.com; lizwilliamsinteriors.com |  |
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10 DAYS OF GIVEAWAYS! |
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Move over, crystal. Spiky chandeliers made several cameos in our showhouse rooms. This one—used by Hutton Wilkinson and Stephen Boyd—is from the Tony Duquette Collection for Remains Lighting. remainslighting.com |
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Fine art, such as this painting by Michael Dines, was evident throughout the showhouse. Works on paper, oils on canvas, drawings, photography and bronze sculptures rounded out the mix. |
| Look for unique colors and patterns to appear in the most unexpected places, even underfoot! This rug from Sullivan Fine Rugs—used in a room designed by Liz Williams—includes both. sullivanfinerugs.com |  |
| Oversize objects are here to stay. Susan Ferrier’s use of this large chandelier creates a focal point; however, its delicate arms and sensuous shape keep it from overpowering the space. mcalpineboothferrier.com |  |
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Tish Mills designed this custom table that features amethyst embedded into its dark-stained walnut top. Her take on organic design shows that natural style extends beyond washed and tinted woods. harmoniousliving.net
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| A stitched cowhide rug in a living room by Phoebe Howard takes on modern verve thanks to its geometric pattern. A vintage Chinoiserie table provides a traditional counterpoint. phoebehoward.net |
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