Orange In The Year Of Pink

Since Pantone named its Honeysuckle the color of the year, 2011 has become the year of pink. Which is great.  I am a big fan of pink but let's not forgot about Orange.

Orange is bold, bright and bodacious. It may not be for everyone but this exuberant color will bring vivaciousness to any room it enters.

 The orange walls are just one vibrant element in this beautiful dining room. The combination of bright orange, peacock blue and and dramatic artwork make this a glorious setting.

This softer shade of orange adds color without taking over the room. I love the orange, green and white palette used.

 Sometimes a small area of intense color is all you need. This beautiful orange with pink tones makes a wonderful entry statement.  Isn't that a great table?

 In this sophisticated living room the buttery orange walls are a beautiful background for the neutrals of the furnishings.

 I love the combination of orange and deep fuchsia. The orange of the bookcase and bed is a perfect complement to the lively fuchsia walls. Great color balance in this room.

Orange isn't often thought of as a beachy color but this softened shade in combination with white creates a summery, sandy style,

Orange is a vibrant, lovely color. Do you use it in your home's interiors?

all photos from Elle Decor

Its Springtime At Designers Guild

It may technically not be spring but things are blooming at Designers Guild. Tricia Guild's new collection is influenced by Gustavian interiors in both pattern and palette. Classic motifs, florals and cool colors are all elements of the collection.  First the fabrics...

 Peonies are featured on the Charlottenborg pattern. The bountiful flowers are printed on a soft cotton ground.

 The colorways for Charlottenborg are cobalt, charteuse and peony.

The large scale rose of the Sofienberg pattern takes on a graphic effect.

 The pattern creates a modern take on a traditional floral.  The colorways are magenta and porcelain.

 Mariedal is an all over digital print. Intense and wonderful. The colorways are peony and cobalt.

 The inspiration  for the pattern Tistad is a classic decorative oval frame. The ground is a textured linen.
The colorways are blossom,charcoal, moss and aqua.

 And now the wallcoverings...The first is Bergius, a pattern influenced by late 18th century wall plates. Stunning.

 I love the combination of the Bergius wallcovering with the large scaled rose of the Sofienberg fabric. Gorgeous

 The Linnaeus wallcovering bring the topiary pattern into the 21st century.

 Mariedal as a wallcovering adds a vibrant accent to a setting.

If you are wanting to replicate the look of the distressed walls in The King's Speech the wallcovering Ajanta will accomplish that for you. The textured wallcovering adds a time worn ambiance to a room.
You can see the full collection at Designers Guild.

Sofienberg Collection From Designers Guild

This week the new Designers Guild collections are being presented in the US.  Here is a sneak peak.

The density and colors of the new floral pattern, Mariedal keeps it fresh and modern.

The traditional pattern Tisdal, has a definite modern appeal.

Floral, stripes, texture...I love this room.
I'll have more soon.

Classes I Am Teaching Through STLCC

I am teaching classes again this semester through St Louis Community College . The first class, Interior Design Resources At Design & Detail, is Feb 15. Students will have the opportunity to see first hand a to the trade showroom. Color trends as well as furniture and fabrics will be discussed.

 The second class is Interior Design Inspiration. This is a two part class that will meet March 9 and 16. Design Inspiration will be discussed and explored. Each student will create their own inspiration board. Where do you find design inspiration?

 The third class will be on window treatments. Students will learn the fundamentals, function, style,and hardware involved in creating an ideal window treatment.

Information for classes is available at  http://www.stlcc.edu/Continuing_Education/