The Decorating Diva

09/28/2020

Delve into a combination book review and decoration inspiration featuring four modern salon/living room designs sparked from the charismatic historical figures (Peggy Guggenheim, Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun, Ottoline Morrell, and Jim Morrison) that author Saxon Henry brings to life in her captivating book The Modern Salonnière.

"The Sophia" red decorative pillow available via Deborah Main Designs . For full list of decor and furniture resources, visit the Decorating Diva blog - link in comments.

Design Inspiration #1: Modern Salon Design Inspired by " Peggy Guggenheim Goes Off-Beat" (Chapter 22//The Modern Salonniere)

08/12/2020

Bedroom Decoration Inspiration: Eclectic and elegant, this contemporary rewrite of Hollywood Regency style brings the luxury, boutique hotel experience home.

Hollywood Regency Retreat Design Resources
Wall Paint: Benjamin Moore Ancient Ivory 935/ LRV:82:39 interior paint.
Wall Paper: Antonia Vella “Nebula” metallic wallpaper from York Wallcoverings.
Fabric/Decorative Textile
—Matouk “Ceylon” luxury bedding.
—“Hydrangea Topiary” drapery and accent pillow fabric in hot orchid and white from textile designers at Root Cellar Designs.
—Drapery and upholstery fabric “Aurora” available at Top Fabric.
Furniture: Antique James Mont nightstands.
Lighting: Aiden Gray’s “Fiesole” gold chandelier.
Rug: “Intermezzo” floor rug by Surya.

08/11/2020

Bedroom Decoration Inspiration: This Boho Chic bedroom is the perfect home haven getaway.

Boho Bo***ir Design Resources
Wall Paint: Sherwin Williams “Paradise Green” SW6729 home interior paint.
Wall Paper: “Protea Floral Botanical Botany” wall covering by Holli Zollinger.
Fabric/Decorative Textile
—Bella Notte Linens’ handcrafted, couture, luxury linens (Fall 2020 bedding collection shown here.): Austin shams, Frida pillowcases, Frida flat sheet, Lynette euro sham, and Linen duvet cover – all in Winter White. Lynette accent pillows and Lynette personal comforter in Honeycomb.
—RM Coco “Fern Grotto” upholstery and drapery fabric in “Fern” colorway.
—The House of Scalamandre “Dorset Coast Botany Bay” fabric for custom upholstered furniture and window treatments.
Furniture: Moroccan brass tray side table on spider legs at InCollect.
Lighting: Shades of Light “Palm” fall light pendant.
Rug: Kaleen’s hand-woven, green wool rug.

07/30/2020

Yin Yang Chamber: Bedroom Decoration Inspiration: Style balance happens when opposites attract.

Yin Yang Chamber Design Resources
Wall Paint: Pratt & Lambert “Sweetheart” 236A interior paint.
Wall Paper: Mercer 41 “Vintage Goodale” geometrical gold and black peel and stick wallpaper.
Fabric/Decorative Textile
—Italian luxury linens “Luce” from Signoria.
— Robert Allen “Napata Box” in onyx for headboard upholstery.
—Bressay Fabrics’ multi-colored “Tullos Petal” upholstery and window treatment fabric available through Designers Guild.
—Roquelaire Fabrics Collection silk voile with satin stripes ddrapery fabric “Pelisse” in orchid available through Designers Guild.
Furniture: Currey & Company “Arden” two-drawer chest.
Lighting: “Gigi” light pendant by Fredrick Ramond.
Rug: Vintage pink and beige Oushak hand-knotted wool rug from Landry & Arcari Rugs.

12/02/2019

Headed to Miami to cover & ! Here's a preview of a few of the art and design items on my "must-see" list. Art, design and fair info for pics on the blog- link in bio.




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07/10/2019

Light and shadow at play. See all 21 editor picks on the blog now: https://buff.ly/2LcuHlA

07/10/2019

Danish design captivates at Ambiente Fair. Glassware and decor by Ro.
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06/11/2019

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04/25/2019

-- Wondrous Hues of the Natural World || Those words echoed in my mind as I saw the textile collections at the exhibition. Upholstery fabric like the one on the top left reminded me of the coloring of the Blue Face Parrot and the European Green Lizard shown to its right. This color connection between interior design and nature has always fascinated me and I will be exploring that connection across a spectrum of ttending colors spotted at Proposte in a forthcoming article on the Decorating Diva next week. — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2XHniNy

04/23/2019

04/20/2019

Black and white punctuated with a gamut of earthy yellows and organic browns at textile producer . Patterns and textures seen here were repeated at other exhibitors in similar tones or bold, saturated hues. — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2ULM8ih

04/18/2019

Voluptuous Velvets || Textured crocodile skin pattern velvets at Vigano. Love the interpretation in white. Feels modern and offers a fresh perspective on this timeless animal print. Of note, I've seen the white croc pattern on decor and furnishings at several of the 2019 shows. — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2IHc3QO