The inspiration started with my clients desire to display her handmade baskets from her home county! The idea grew from there to keep to colorful theme going and infuse decor from South Africa, like these pillows.The result was amazing - creating a fun, yet relaxing environment that made her feel right at home! What a conversation starter this design became!

This oversize bonus room offers plenty of seating, and multiple entertaining options, including large wetbar, pool table area, and tv viewing spaces. The one-of-a-kind compass ceiling treatment is a conversation starter!

Our St. Pete studio gave this gorgeous home a coastal-themed makeover to invoke relaxation vibes. We used a soothing neutral palette throughout the house and peppered it with generous ocean blue decor which adds a beautiful pop of cheer. Thoughtful artwork in the living, dining, and staircase areas add interesting focal points and become great conversation starters during get-togethers with friends and family. Soft furnishings in delightful colors create a warm, inviting, and cozy ambience in this entire home. --- Pamela Harvey Interiors offers interior design services in St. Petersburg and Tampa, and throughout Florida's Suncoast area, from Tarpon Springs to Naples, including Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, and Sarasota. For more about Pamela Harvey Interiors, see here: https://www.pamelaharveyinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.pamelaharveyinteriors.com/portfolio-galleries/coastal-colors-tampa-st-pete-fl

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Don’t be afraid to insert a small table next to occasional or accent chairs – or even positioned directly in front of a sofa as a spot table. Petite table surfaces may be just right for entertaining guests with ease. At only 12-inches in diameter, the x-base frame is finished in an Artisan Metal and the top is made from petrified wood. What a great conversation starter. Dimensions: 12 dia x 24.5H Features: Petrified Wood Top with Stainless Steel Base

This was a small part of a whole house renovation. The clients went with an upscale fireplace detail. Added in a granite waterfall countertop for the bar to fireplace surround for a modern edgy look. This is a feature piece with dark stone surround that will blend with any decor. Of course the waterfall countertop is gorgeous and is a conversation starter to say the least.

For the spacious living room, we ensured plenty of comfortable seating with luxe furnishings for the sophisticated appeal. We added two elegant leather chairs with muted brass accents and a beautiful center table in similar accents to complement the chairs. A tribal artwork strategically placed above the fireplace makes for a great conversation starter at family gatherings. In the large dining area, we chose a wooden dining table with modern chairs and a statement lighting fixture that creates a sharp focal point. A beautiful round mirror on the rear wall creates an illusion of vastness in the dining area. The kitchen has a beautiful island with stunning countertops and plenty of work area to prepare delicious meals for the whole family. Built-in appliances and a cooking range add a sophisticated appeal to the kitchen. The home office is designed to be a space that ensures plenty of productivity and positive energy. We added a rust-colored office chair, a sleek glass table, muted golden decor accents, and natural greenery to create a beautiful, earthy space. --- Project designed by interior design studio Home Frosting. They serve the entire Tampa Bay area including South Tampa, Clearwater, Belleair, and St. Petersburg. For more about Home Frosting, see here: https://homefrosting.com/

This wine cellar has been fitted with many exquisite features, one of which is the mahogany relief carving. It adds an unique aspect to the space and is sure to be a conversation starter.

This handcrafted Live Edge Cherry coffee table will be the conversation starter for your living room, bedroom or office. It is made from a single wooden slab with gorgeous wood grain that is visible and finished with oil or lacquer to bring out the beautiful natural color of the wood. The table is finished with modern legs giving the piece a contemporary touch. Additional Information We offer a variety of wood types to choose from including not but limited to: Walnut, Oak, Ash, Elm, Maple, Monkeypod, Acacia, Sycamore, and Parota. All of our coffee tables and end tables are handcrafted with sustainable materials with visible gorgeous wood grain. Each piece is fitted with steel legs that are detached and can be attached after delivery. We also offer white glove delivery and setup for an additional fee. We offer a variety of bases to choose from. Every table comes standard with U shaped metal legs in flat black or raw steel (with clear coat). We also offer our table bases in Stainless Steel, Chrome and Lucite for an additional fee depending on the design. Our tables come with a lifetime guarantee and are available for pick up or delivery if ordered in the Chicagoland area. Prices Start at $2495* Note: All of our coffee tables pictured have been sold as every coffee table is made to order. *Prices vary depending on size

The Quarry Mill's Brentwood Dimensional natural thin stone veneer showcases a beautiful wood-like grain to make the exterior of this home pop. Brentwood Dimensional is a sawn height version of our standard Brentwood real stone veneer. The sawn heights add a formal element to this natural stone veneer. Brentwood Dimensional has unique wood like veining on the individual pieces of stone. This natural high-density sandstone is subject to heavy variation. Some stone pieces have heavy and pronounced swirling grains whereas other pieces have none. The natural blend of swirling grains or wood like veining on the pieces of stone is in the same proportion as it naturally occurs in the ground. This beautiful stone is eye-catching and a conversation starter. It complements natural exposed wood and rustic designs.

This eye-catching feature in the heart of Maroochydore showcases an elegant, curved wall that seamlessly transitions from the front of the home to the welcoming dining and kitchen area, creating a true conversation starter. Our Irregular Foster stone, skillfully installed by @onyxworks takes centre stage with its unique character and charm. The Foster’s simplistic yet elegant design displays a stunning array of tone variations, ranging from vivid whites to soft beiges, which add depth to the space. This natural interplay of colours builds individuality into the home, setting it apart from conventional designs. The irregular shapes of the Foster stone create a unique contrast with the organic curves of the wall, enhancing the overall aesthetic while fostering a balanced and dynamic atmosphere that radiates sophistication and style. Products: Foster sandstone cladding https://aussietecture.com.au/portfolio/foster-irregular-curved-sandstone-wall-project/ NSW: 02 8378 0730 Unit 26 / 85-115 Alfred Rd Chipping Norton NSW 2170 QLD: 07 3112 7562 1/5-7 Byres street, Newstead QLD 4006 T4 145 North St, Toowoomba QLD 4350 sales@aussietecture.com.au

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For the spacious living room, we ensured plenty of comfortable seating with luxe furnishings for the sophisticated appeal. We added two elegant leather chairs with muted brass accents and a beautiful center table in similar accents to complement the chairs. A tribal artwork strategically placed above the fireplace makes for a great conversation starter at family gatherings. In the large dining area, we chose a wooden dining table with modern chairs and a statement lighting fixture that creates a sharp focal point. A beautiful round mirror on the rear wall creates an illusion of vastness in the dining area. The kitchen has a beautiful island with stunning countertops and plenty of work area to prepare delicious meals for the whole family. Built-in appliances and a cooking range add a sophisticated appeal to the kitchen. The home office is designed to be a space that ensures plenty of productivity and positive energy. We added a rust-colored office chair, a sleek glass table, muted golden decor accents, and natural greenery to create a beautiful, earthy space. --- Project designed by interior design studio Home Frosting. They serve the entire Tampa Bay area including South Tampa, Clearwater, Belleair, and St. Petersburg. For more about Home Frosting, see here: https://homefrosting.com/

Brilliant and charming, "Bessie" is a delightful and distinctive work of art that's sure to leave you smiling. Vibrant colors and a wonderful hand-applied texture bring this stunning cow portrait to life. Add Bessie to your farmhouse-inspired entryway or to the wall of your family room; wherever Bessie is displayed, she's sure to be a confident conversation starter and a reminder of the beauty of nature.

To create a soothing oasis for our busy bicoastal client, like we did for her Bay Area residence, we took cues from her petite NYC apartment’s architectural features and floor to ceiling windows as a foundational starting point for a luxurious interior design upgrade boasting brilliant décor and personality. And to make the space have a similar feel to her San Francisco home, Décor Aid’s interior designer Victoria C. set about to create the same sense of comfort and consistency that we did for her first project with us. Centered around her modern art collection, our client wanted a modern, fun, comfortable, and casual interior design upgrade for her apartment that boasted a light and airy feel along with a pulled-together sense of everyday urban glamor. From room to room, Victoria’s main objective was to create a quick budget-friendly turnaround with furnishings that were neither too precious or required custom construction – everything needed to be ready on the go as you can imagine for a client with such a heavy, frequent commute. For the living room, a transitional sectional in a rich purple hue was brought in for an easy sense of relaxed drama, was finished with pillows in complimentary jewel tones, and punctuated with a graphic cubist wall hanging featuring tonal shades of matte and muted gold. In order to break away from the rooms angular lined furnishings, a rounded glass-topped coffee table was sourced to also make the living room appear larger than it is. And a white sculptural Eames chaise was introduced as a conversation starter and juxtaposition to the indulgent color scheme of the other furnishings. For the den, Victoria placed a playful boldly hued collaged wall hanging above a somewhat traditional gray couch to emphasize a non-fussy approach to the room’s décor. While a modern rustic shelving unit was introduced to do triple duty as an entertainment center, a mini-library, and a spot to highlight decorative objects and collectibles.

I've been slowly but surely training this edible fig for nearly 20 years into the glorious espalier it has become. It's on the west facing exterior of my house in the sunny Mission District of SF. The stucco holds the heat and allows the fruit to get SWEET and juicy. Since i'ts on the sidewalk, it's quite the show stopper and conversation starter. In fact when I prune I schedule double the time I really need because the neighbors and passerby need to talk! I get endless compliments but also many stories from people about their grandmas or great uncles fig and associated memories.

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For the spacious living room, we ensured plenty of comfortable seating with luxe furnishings for the sophisticated appeal. We added two elegant leather chairs with muted brass accents and a beautiful center table in similar accents to complement the chairs. A tribal artwork strategically placed above the fireplace makes for a great conversation starter at family gatherings. In the large dining area, we chose a wooden dining table with modern chairs and a statement lighting fixture that creates a sharp focal point. A beautiful round mirror on the rear wall creates an illusion of vastness in the dining area. The kitchen has a beautiful island with stunning countertops and plenty of work area to prepare delicious meals for the whole family. Built-in appliances and a cooking range add a sophisticated appeal to the kitchen. The home office is designed to be a space that ensures plenty of productivity and positive energy. We added a rust-colored office chair, a sleek glass table, muted golden decor accents, and natural greenery to create a beautiful, earthy space. --- Project designed by interior design studio Home Frosting. They serve the entire Tampa Bay area including South Tampa, Clearwater, Belleair, and St. Petersburg. For more about Home Frosting, see here: https://homefrosting.com/

This clean and modern stone fireplace uses the Quarry Mill's Athens thin stone veneer. Athens white to tan color range helps bring a uniform look to your natural stone veneer project. The rectangular shapes with squared edges and various sizes of the Athens stones make it perfect for creating random patterns in projects like accent walls and fireplace surrounds. The selection of stone size also allows for a balanced look without a repeating pattern. Smaller projects like siding for small workshops, surrounding entry or garage doors, and adding accents to mailboxes or light posts are also possible with Athens various stone sizes. Athens light tones add a natural look to any décor or architecture and become a conversation starter with guests.