The color of blue has been huge in the year of 2020. As matter of the fact, the color of blue has been always one of the most likeable colors by people globally. The magic often lies in how to play with pattern and texture to create a sophisticated and layered look in the sea of blue that is not only calm, soothing but also rich, warm and inviting, the way that we want our home to feel. Mark D. Sikies is one of the masters to often use blue-and-white palette to create a modern classic beauty in people’s life. Today we are going to tour his latest project for fashion designer Karen Kane . Mark Sikies re-imagined Karen’s dark and dated 1980 home in Pacific Palisades, California and transformed it into a relaxed and gracious Provençal estate with a vivid dance of blues and aged artisanal finishes. Here are some of our favorites.
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Custom wrought-iron lanterns light the arched limestone entrance. From here, we are able to peek the sweeping staircase with a touch of blue.
Talking about a typical dreamy Paris Pied-à-Terre, we often think of the elegant French furniture and luxury fabric with fashion-forward colors. And there is always a playfulness and surprise. Today we are going to tour a San Francisco–based couple’s dream Pied-A-Terrie in Paris with stunning views of both the Invalides and the Eiffel Tower. Here are our favorites.
“Spring Fever Exquisite botanical illustrations by 16th century Flemish artist Joris Hoefnagel inspire the playful and decorative motif of Spring Fever. The interpretation of Hoefnagel’s drawings provide the foundation for the repeated design, which transforms the wallcovering from a delicate pattern to a powerful visual experience.” Timothy said that his Spring Fever collection has spirit of chinoiserie. We couldn’t agree with him more.
The beautiful China Porcelain vintage blue, the graceful and intricate details of hand-painted botanical blooms and butterflies are rather fascinating. The term chinoiserie, which comes from the French word chinois, or “Chinese,” denotes that chinoiserie did not, in fact, come directly from Asia but is instead a European interpretation of Asian culture and decorative arts. The style originated in the 17th century, in tandem with Europe’s flourishing trade with China and other countries of East Asia. As a style, chinoiserie is related to the Rococo style. Both styles are characterized by exuberant decoration, asymmetry, a focus on materials, and stylized nature and subject matter that focuses on leisure and pleasure.
From traditional to modern, chinoiserie goes well with every look and adds a sense of timelessness and sophistication to any space.
We love how this classical chinoiserie wallpaper nicely contrasts with modern furnishings in the house.
We love the more modern approach for Chinoisseire wallpaper design in the past several years. It feels so fresh and chic in terms of color, scale and motif applications.
The Major Motifs in chinoserie include Foo dogs, pagodas, nature scenes and dragon.
Foo Dog: These date back thousands of years to Imperial China. And despite their name, foo dogs are actually lions, made to stand guard outside palaces and temples. Foo dogs typically come in pairs—one male and one female—to represent the balance of yin and yang.
Pagodas:While an integral part of East Asian architecture, pagodas actually originated as sacred sites in India. The spread of Buddhism brought them to China, where they were assimilated into the regional style.
Nature scenes: As wallpapers became popular in European homes, the upper class turned to chinoiserie designs, many of which were handmade and often very costly. Lighthearted nature scenes were all the rage, including lush garden vignettes and sprawling floral motifs.
Dragons: Symbolizing strength and good luck, dragons hold a prominent place in Chinese mythology and folklore. Historical emperors favored dragon motifs in clothing and interiors; today, they surface on all manner of ceramics, silk screens, and works of art.
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The more time you spend at home, the more you are likely to notice some detail you don’t like and you want to do something about it. In case after 6-weeks of quarantine, you kind of develop a big plan to elevate your home and feel a little bit overwhelmed, don’t worry, we have 3 simple rules you may want to consider and we will use one of the projects we did as a case study:
Choose a color palette you love and repeat it through the whole house in an unexpected yet classy way. We repeat the color palette of pink and green through the whole house in this project in the above video.
2. Own one or two pieces you really treasure and showcase or design around them. The custom-made Murano table lamp with a pink shade, the artwork and green velvet bar chairs in the above video are what my client really falls in love with and they are the focal points in her home.
3. Mix and match pieces from different styles and periods to keep the overall design interesting and timeless. In the video above, Louis XVI bar chairs are classical while the green midcentury chairs in the family room is mid-century, which creates such a nice contrast with all of the traditional components in the house.
It doesn’t matter you are a work -from -home entrepreneur, stay-at-home mom, telecommuting or quarantining at home at this special moment, we want to tell you that staying at home can be fun, exciting , far from boredom and pretty stylish too. Read on to find how.
From today, we are going to share a series of 5 celebrities’ styles at home: how they live and how they dress at home? Please stay tuned with us, get inspired to create you own gorgeous staying-at-home experience.
Aerin Lauder at Home
Aerin Rebecca Lauder Zinterhofer is an American billionaire heiress and businesswoman. As the eldest daughter of billionaire Ronald Lauder, serves as style and image director at cosmetics firm Estée Lauder, her brand is an extension of her own aesthetic: timeless, elegant, effortless, yet modern. let’s take a look at her styles at home.
Blue and white interior is always classical and timeless. A chic channeled dark-blue sofa adds modernity to this light and airy traditional living room. The way she dresses is perfect for this set–elegant, modern and relaxing.
For this picture above, the feminine light blue floral pattern on her dress echos with chinoisorie blue-and-white pillows on the sofa and blue-and-white vases on the wall.
Pink and peach dress adds a touch of softness and romance to the same vignette as above. People often say that your sofa often reflects who you are. Do you agree?
We love her pink floral dress in this modern mid-century room. Her dress is elegant and playful and make this space come alive.
Aerin loves floral pattern both in her home and on her dress. In the photo above, her large-scale floral dress nicely contrasts with a rather traditional parsley stair runner, creating a fresh feel in this vignette.
The chest and damask wallpaper are traditional yet her dress is modern, playful and elegant.
It is always feel so good just sitting at a beautiful table in your favorite pastel floral dress at home.
Enjoy your morning coffee in a casual style. Ladies, isn’t that a dream for all of us?
A more casual and relaxing look at her dressing room featured Gracie wallpaper.
Spring is coming.
Hang out in her all-white kitchen in a business casual attire.
Hang out in her all-white kitchen in a business casual attire.
So again, blue-and-white–chilled and soothing.
Another elegant dress in this elegant living room.
It is always a fun to set up a beautiful table at home.
And try to make a new cocktail.
Well, of course, spring is the perfect time for gardening.
Don’t you just love cutting some fresh branches and flowers from your back-yard garden in a sunny day?
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A stylish home library is everybody’s ultimate dream. It is a place where we unwind and relax with some good readings. It doesn’t matter your style is modern, BoHo, traditional or anything in between, read on to get inspired for creating your own unique reading nook.
White-on-white color palette creates neutral-themed room that is chill and calming. with neutral decor, you can play with texture and subtle patterns—even a micro-print stands out when the rest of the room is monochrome.
All of the paneling and trim work adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to this white-on-white library. We love this curved modernized sofa against a curved wall which not only maximizes the usage of the space but also is super stylish. The French sofa frame and trims on the chairs give this room a tailored look.
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We all feel that a formal dining room can feel too fancy for everyday use while a breakfast nook is meant to be comfortable, approachable, and conducive to intimate conversations and meals. Whether it’s a banquette in the corner of a kitchen an inviting dining set-up in front of eye-catching bay windows, or an unique table setting in the center of a kitchen, breakfast nooks are the perfect way to add color, texture and style to your home. Therefore, you can start your day here in a cheerful mood. We put 50 chic breakfast nook ideas together here and you may see and learn how your are going to create your own , showcase your aesthetic and celebrate the joy of sharing an intimate meal with family. If you haven’t read part I , II and III you can click herehere and here for the details. Today, we are going to continue part IV.
Modern Classical French Vibes
Nailed-trimmed French chairs, casual bistro wicker dining chairs, modernized Louis XVI chairs …They all add a touch of sophistication and romance to any breakfast nook.
A pale blue French settee and Greek-key trimmed plumped pillows make this nook area such a quiet get-away in high style. The key to dress up your home always lies in details.
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The classic Parisian bistro chairs are gorgeous and chic.
We all love French bistro wicker chairs, aren’t we? They are just super chic.We all love French bistro wicker chairs, aren’t we? They are just super chic.We all love French bistro wicker chairs, aren’t we? They are just super chic.
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Modernized Louis XVI chairs
Modernized Louis XVI chairs
We all love French bistro wicker chairs, aren’t we? They are just super chic.
Upholstery pieces always add texture and warmth to a breakfast nook.
We all love French bistro wicker chairs, aren’t we? They are just super chic.
Country Chic balances elegant things with old and worn, shiny silver accessories with painted wooden tables…
We love how this classical black-and-white checkered marble flooring nicely contrast with natural wood country table and chairs.
We all love French bistro wicker chairs, aren’t we? They are just super chic.
Elegant tablecloths will add color, pattern, texture to any room. they are soft and romantic.
A typical Ralph Lauren look always represents American classic style.
Large embroidered floral pattern tablecloth with fringe trims at the bottom.We love this relaxed easy-breezy country chic look.Striped tablecloth gives an urban chic feel.We love this to-the-floor red floral tablecloth which echos red on the chairs.This Boho floral to-the-floor tablecloth is warm and inviting.
We all love French bistro wicker chairs, aren’t we? They are just super chic.
Upholstered skirted chairs are not only practical, but also always help give the space a jneat and tailored looking.
The trims at the bottom of the skirt always give chairs a cotour look.We can see ourselves reaxling on these super comfy linen skirted chairs all day long.Relaxing and serene feel.
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Here is one of the photos we took for the project we did several years ago. It is a whole-house interior design project. It is a traditional home, yet we incorporated a lot of modern elements like neutral color palettes, clean-line furniture and furnishings and of course modern art. The renown Dutch designer Marcel Wanders said: “Designers and people in general are too attracted by ‘new’, but nothing ages more quickly than ‘newness’. All my objects reflect [a] marriage between past and present.” We couldn’t agree him more.
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Note: All products featured on KHK Designs blogs are independently selected by us. Some of the links mentioned on this page are affiliate links. That means, when you use those links to buy products, we earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. That way we can run this website for years to come.
We all feel that a formal dining room can feel too fancy for everyday use while a breakfast nook is meant to be comfortable, approachable, and conducive to intimate conversations and meals. Whether it’s a banquette in the corner of a kitchen an inviting dining set-up in front of eye-catching bay windows, or an unique table setting in the center of a kitchen, breakfast nooks are the perfect way to add color, texture and style to your home. Therefore, you can start your day here in a cheerful mood. We put 50 chic breakfast nook ideas together here and you may see and learn how your are going to create your own , showcase your aesthetic and celebrate the joy of sharing an intimate meal with family. If you haven’t read part I, you can click here for the details. Today, we are going to continue part II.
Banquette comfort
A build-in banquette is a fantastic way to add more seats, storage and style to a breakfast nook. The setting often creates very chic, relaxing and inviting vibes.
Create a soothe and soft vibes by incorporating natural, neutral and organic colors and materials
The art, taupe color and wood create a modern, classy, warm and inviting breakfast nook. We particularly love the curves on the furniture.You know when you fall in love with something, there must be something that touches your heart. Light, natural wood and fresh flowers, big plush comfy pillows, things couldn’t get better.The overall feel in this light-filled breakfast nook is playful , youthful yet very matured at the same time thanks to an oversized pendant over the table.
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Sayan pendant is perfect for a coastal cottage or eclectic home with it’s gorgeous jute wrapped finish.
Natural strands of jute create a casual light fixture, perfect for a coastal cottage or eclectic home.
Crate & Barrel collaborated with Leanne Ford to create this sophisticated and soft throw pillow that can be dressed up or go casual, layering beautifully with plain and patterned textiles. Finished with an on-seam zipper and knife-edge tailoring,
Leather Love —Having leather upholstery pieces are a perfect way to add a touch of luxury and comfy to a breakfast nook.
A lovely place.Chic here means black metal window frames echoes black cushion and mid-century modern dining chairs.
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Bright art and bold patterns add cheers and personality to a breakfast nook.
A small space but with a big style. we love a mix of framed artworks and striped fabric on the bench.A group of vintage art, various bold patterns on the pillows and cups all help create a cheerful mood.When pop art in a traditional home.
the whimsical patterns on the fabric stand out from the soft blush color on the wall.Pop artShop the Style( click each image for product details):
Wedgwood has a heritage of over 250 years of producing products that exhuberate excellence and quality. This iconic brand remains a leading brand on the world stage for tableware and home lifestyle through a portfolio second to none. Products range from formal luxury through to premium casual collections. Key designer collaborations include Vera Wang and Jasper Conran.
Waterford is the leading provider of luxury home and lifestyle products sold worldwide. From crystal stemware, to fine bone china dinnerware, to luxurious home accessories, collectibles and gifts, the Waterford.com website offers thousands of products relevant to the lifestyles of today’s consumers! Waterford is the most popular premium crystal brand in the world; incorporating classic and contemporary stemware, giftware, lighting, and seasonal products. Features designer collaborations by Monique Lhuillier, Jim O’Leary, John Rocha, and Jeff Leatham.
Need design consulting service to finish your home projects, look for original artisan pieces, custom-made furniture or need the whole interior design service, also interested in how to get our free interior design service by buying through our affiliate links, please contact us at info@khkdesignsinteriors.com . We are here to help.
Note: All products featured on KHK Designs blogS are independently selected by us. Some of the links mentioned on this page are affiliate links. That means, when you use those links to buy products, we earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. That way we can run this website for years to come.
we all feel that a formal dining room can feel too fancy for everyday use while a breakfast nook is meant to be comfortable, approachable, and conducive to intimate conversations and meals. Whether it’s a banquette in the corner of a kitchen an inviting dining set-up in front of eye-catching bay windows, or an unique table setting in the center of a kitchen, breakfast nooks are the perfect way to add color, texture and style to your home. Therefore, you can start your day here in a cheerful mood. We put 50 chic breakfast nook ideas together here and you may see and learn how your are going to create your own , showcase your aesthetic and celebrate the joy of sharing an intimate meal with family.
Banquette comfort
A build-in banquette is a fantastic way to add more seats, storage and style to a breakfast nook. The setting often creates very chic, relaxing and inviting vibes.
We love this old wood dining table pairing with colorful BoHo pillows to create a very fresh and cheerful mood. And of course, who wouldn’t love a lot of fresh flowers?The built-in banquette provides expansive seating by the window without taking too much space. It’s quiet and serene by just sitting here.
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Pillows on the banquette add pops of color and pattern in a feminine way.Continue reading →
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