Kim Sargent
Inspiration for a mediterranean bathroom remodel in Tampa

Beyond Shades had the privilege of dressing the windows in this 1880s Executive House in the Pullman Historic District occupied in 1900 by Thomas Dunbar, Superintendent of the Car Works. This home is open to the public a few times a year in Chicago’s new National Monument in Pullman on the South Side of Chicago.

After renovation the dining room was highlighted by the vintage Gustavian table and chair set. Each chair has a custom pleated chair pad in a luxurious velvet. The set is anchored by a neutral area rug. The walls received wall coverings by Brunschwig & Fils and the windows have custom drapery with double layer valances with tassels and trim. The service door was covered with leather and trimmed with nail heads for an elegant look to compliment the rest of the dining room.

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photography by Andrea Calo • reclaimed timber beams from Elmwood Reclaimed Timber • Benjamin Moore "Early Morning Mist" ceiling & wall paint • original refinished cherry floors • custom Clarke & Clarke "Margherita" drapes, color natural • client sofa reupholstered in Perennials Classic Weave Linen, color Fog • Four Hands Roman console table at sofa • Lincoln Park Sofa Table by Hekman at TV • swivel chairs reupholstered in GP& J Baker Kelway Velvet • Lucente ball chain tape and Samuel & Sons Aurelia brush fringe • custom Kravet pillows with Pindler Dunhill, color Bisque flange

sophisticated bathroom vanity featuring an exquisite Italian marble countertop with striking veining, adding a touch of elegance to the space. The marble slab is designed with a thick edge and a backsplash that integrates seamlessly with the wall-mounted faucet fixtures. The brushed gold hardware, including the minimalist cross-handle faucet and spout, provides a luxurious contrast to the cool tones of the marble, enhancing the overall warmth and opulence of the space.

A queen canopy bed in black with beige striped upholstery creates such a mid-century coastal presence in the guest bedroom. The black wrapped wooden bedside tables and dresser tie together the black accents and brass mirror and lamp accessories. The sweepingly long space allows room for two fabulous black wooden chairs topped in fringed beige pillows. The printed curtains, pillows and custom painting introduce the blue hues of the nearby sea.

Beyond Shades had the privilege of dressing the windows in this 1880s Executive House in the Pullman Historic District occupied in 1900 by Thomas Dunbar, Superintendent of the Car Works. This home is open to the public a few times a year in Chicago’s new National Monument in Pullman on the South Side of Chicago.

Bisazza tile covered fireplace with a faux bois painted side panels to continue the design. Curved sofa with full dramatic pillows with fringe. Purple asian tree design on statement fireplace. Champagne and eggplant with hints of cerulean blue. The owners of this upstate New York home are a young and upbeat family who were seeking a country retreat that exuded their modern, eclectic style. The original 28,000 square foot house was over a hundred years old with elegant bones but structural issues that required the structure to be almost completely rebuilt. The goal was to create a series of unique and contemporary interiors that would layer beautifully with the original architecture of the home. Nicole Fuller created room after room of grand, eye-popping spaces that, as a whole, still function as a cozy and intimate family home.

Intentional. Elevated. Artisanal. With three children under the age of 5, our clients were starting to feel the confines of their Pacific Heights home when the expansive 1902 Italianate across the street went on the market. After learning the home had been recently remodeled, they jumped at the chance to purchase a move-in ready property. We worked with them to infuse the already refined, elegant living areas with subtle edginess and handcrafted details, and also helped them reimagine unused space to delight their little ones. Elevated furnishings on the main floor complement the home’s existing high ceilings, modern brass bannisters and extensive walnut cabinetry. In the living room, sumptuous emerald upholstery on a velvet side chair balances the deep wood tones of the existing baby grand. Minimally and intentionally accessorized, the room feels formal but still retains a sharp edge—on the walls moody portraiture gets irreverent with a bold paint stroke, and on the the etagere, jagged crystals and metallic sculpture feel rugged and unapologetic. Throughout the main floor handcrafted, textured notes are everywhere—a nubby jute rug underlies inviting sofas in the family room and a half-moon mirror in the living room mixes geometric lines with flax-colored fringe. On the home’s lower level, we repurposed an unused wine cellar into a well-stocked craft room, with a custom chalkboard, art-display area and thoughtful storage. In the adjoining space, we installed a custom climbing wall and filled the balance of the room with low sofas, plush area rugs, poufs and storage baskets, creating the perfect space for active play or a quiet reading session. The bold colors and playful attitudes apparent in these spaces are echoed upstairs in each of the children’s imaginative bedrooms. Architect + Developer: McMahon Architects + Studio, Photographer: Suzanna Scott Photography

Beyond Shades had the privilege of dressing the windows in this 1880s Executive House in the Pullman Historic District occupied in 1900 by Thomas Dunbar, Superintendent of the Car Works. This home is open to the public a few times a year in Chicago’s new National Monument in Pullman on the South Side of Chicago.

photography by Andrea Calo • Benjamin Moore "Silent Night" ceiling paint • Benjamin Moore "Stingray" at ceiling beams • Benjamin Moore "Early Morning Mist" at walls • Benjamin Moore "Stingray" trim • Whitewashed Nugget wainscot infill from Globus Cork • custom roman shades using Kravet’s Regato in gravel with Schumacher Delray bobble fringe in vanilla • Duralee Williamsburg strip in orange for niche cushion • client’s own sofa reupholstered in Kravet Broadmoor, color pewter • client’s own ottoman reupholstered in Acid Palm, color nectar by Kravet • Contrast welts in Pindler’s Dunhill, color bisque • custom rug using Antrim Nadia, fossil grey • Suzie Page Home Design niche pillows

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Get your home furnishings on trend with this unique, colorful area rug. Natural material and one of a kind design come together in our Kilim rugs to create a work of art that decorates any home. The hard-wearing natural fibre has a very pleasant feel, is easy to clean and stays beautiful for a long time. Feeling good can be so easy! In addition to creating a homely atmosphere in the room, it is also features exquisite patterns and bold colors. The patterns are unique to each single carpet and don't follow any system. They are created by nomad weavers who reflect their interpretations of important important experiences and events from their lives into the mats. Symbols for love, nature, happiness are frequently found. The naturally strong colours are taken from plants and berries, without adding any chemicals. The hand-woven rug features loving details, such as braided edges and eye-catching fringe. All Kilim rugs are handwoven and made of 100% wool.

Ethan Allen's beautiful classic Belfiore Bench was the inspiration for this bedding design. The chosen fabric had a classical motif combing soft greys, creams, and golds. Combining this bench with the simple lines of the modern style upholstered bed, called for a design that offered classic elegance with a modern serene vibe. The duvet cover has a delicate all over tone on tone pattern and is edged with a soft grey piping. The low headboard called for a low pillow design. I created visual interest by using complimentary tones, textures, patterns, and contrast. The center cushion was the jewel of the combo with delicate grey and yellow embroidery and a soft fringe. Viola! So peaceful.

This Colts Neck home has a private view of a river from their two-story great room windows. We installed swags and jabots with a heavy bullion fringe pelmet in the center as well as wooden rods and finials to give the effect of swords crossing. We wanted to match the classic, traditional look of the house with classic, traditional window treatments. The challenge here was covering the windows and making it look elegant and traditional without blocking the view and bringing the outside in.

Chrome shower fixtures and bathroom accessories add a classic look throughout, while a natural teak root bath stool near the tub borrows from the warm wood finish of the vanities. Striking Farrow & Ball wallpaper creates bookend accent walls behind the tub and toilet. As light in the space changes throughout the day, the wallpaper’s subtle metallic pattern takes on changing tones — sometimes warm, sometimes cool — yet always perfectly matched to the serene blue wall paint. A machine-washable Chindi style fringed rug made from recycled denim softens the space, while cozy white bath towels add plush texture throughout.

In this captivating entryway at a sorority house, every design element harmonizes to create an inviting and sophisticated atmosphere. The eye-catching herringbone brick flooring lends a touch of timeless charm, adding texture and visual interest to the space. At the center of the room, a meticulously crafted custom table takes prominence, adorned with a bespoke tablecloth featuring intricate fringe trim, adding a playful and luxurious accent. Positioned above plush custom upholstered ottomans are striking Japanese-inspired floral artwork pieces, infusing the space with a sense of cultural richness and artistic flair. Against the backdrop of white walls, these design elements stand out, creating a seamless blend of elegance and warmth that welcomes visitors with open arms.