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porch style; this porch is full of Southwestern flavor. Careful attention was paid to the material palette, including the painted brick wall, the large varied stones on the floor and the rich wood ceiling.
Style Secret: Sturdy FurnishingsSouthwestern furnishings have solid (even chunky) profiles and a rugged sensibility. Mix and match pieces crafted from craggy wood, patinated iron and tin, and woven branches and grasses. Painted furniture suits this style as well, especially when it bears sanded
porch style; this porch is full of Southwestern flavor. Careful attention was paid to the material palette, including the painted brick wall, the large varied stones on the floor and the rich wood ceiling.
Style Secret: Textural Surfaces
Highly textured walls, ceilings and floors hint at the traditional materials and construction methods that characterize Southwestern style. Choose stucco, plaster
enhanced by decorative paint treatments and offset by thick, coarsely woven fabrics.
But remember ... Layers of texture stand out most when they're broken up with smoother surfaces. Incorporate sleeker materials to keep from creating a space that feels one-dimensional.
Style Secret: Textural SurfacesHighly textured walls, ceilings and floors hint at the traditional materials and construction methods that characterize Southwestern style. Choose stucco, plaster and adobe with a rough, hand-troweled appearance, enhanced by decorative paint treatments and offset
This style, an update version of "Saltillo" consists of large, colorful, serrated diamond motifs. Navajo weavers slowly and selectively adopted new design ideas to what previously included smaller diamond arranged to create rows of larger diamonds.
Style Secret: Earthen PotteryPottery in rich terra-cotta and earth tones is just right for the Southwestern sensibility. Mingle matte and glazed finishes with solid colors and painted designs for variety and interest. But remember ... Choose pottery with a hand-thrown feel and an assortment
with any decor style — yes, even a desert-inspired one. Here, a serene horizontal tank surprisingly elevates the rustic Southwestern interior.
with any decor style — yes, even a desert-inspired one. Here, a serene horizontal tank surprisingly elevates the rustic Southwestern interior.
Navajo style. Adobe walls, protruding wood posts and wall niches are the most indicative. Something else you'll see a lot of: leaning ladders, often used to display gorgeous blankets and tapestries. Although I totally love the ladders, I can't help but think how fast a cat would try to perch himself atop
ional southwestern style like this always makes a cowgirl think about her favorite ranch. The simplicity here is appealing to a girl who likes to be out on the range. Personally, I'd probably add a hat and lasso on the wall as additional decoration but I can appreciate the starkness here.
Western style. Okay, I admit that Western style is not for everybody. But, this version of a handrail has an immediate appeal beyond what I would expect. The fabric provides warmth, pattern and color to the otherwise cool tones of this staircase. Throw in a steer skull and horns for instant Western style
Navajo-style blankets and rugs are the most popular items made and sold by the Navajo People. If you're a modernist and/or minimalist, a great way to achieve the less-is-more Navajo look is by keeping a neutral, textural backdrop and playing with materials architecturally. This incorporates elements of
hinges feel southwestern; tile backsplash and weathered range hood give a warm adobe feel; stainless elements add a contemporary punch.
manufacture & style # of the back splash & what store can I purchase it in St. Paul, MN?
What's the manufacture & style # of the back splash & what store can I purchase it in St. Paul, MN?
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Style Secret: Curved LinesSouthwestern decor goes easy on harsh angles in favor of gentle curves. Arched door openings, rounded corner fireplaces and sloping walls give Southwestern spaces a sense of softness and fluidity. Even corners, such as those on this kitchen range hood, are blunted and honed