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The client, a young woman working in tech, grew up living abroad in various places as a State Department kid. She picked up items along the way which she wanted to incorporate into the design – the most prominent pieces were the wool rug and crewel embroidered wallhanging in the Guest Room, both of which she found when living in Pakistan. Her parents now live in France and her grandparents live in Germany, so her more recent finds have been from family visits (for example, German ceramics as seen in the kitchen). When they began discussing a design scheme, the client sent Tara a Pinterest board that prominently featured Dawnridge, Tony Duquette’s home in Beverly Hills. Little did the client know that that happens to be one of Tara’s favorite sources of inspiration. Since Tony Duquette was a master at mixing and matching antiques from different places and periods, his work was a natural North Star for this project. The Chinese Art Deco carpet was the perfect “something old” to ground the space and aesthetically, it reminded Tara of the Eastern influences seen throughout Dawnridge. Since the kitchen, dining area, and living room are all collected, Tara had the built-in shelving painted to match the cabinets. Then, the shelves were lined with Roger Arlington wallpaper inspired by Chinese 18th century tea paper, the pewter paper used to line tea chests sent from China. There wasn’t quite the space for grand curtains like those Duquette found at the Paris Flea and hung in the Drawing Room, but something a bit smaller sourced at that same flea was included. From the Paris flea market, Tara texted the client a photo of the Louis XV gilt-metal sconces and got an immediate “Yes!” The antique floor lamp is from a shop not far from the client’s apartment — Humble House in Boerum Hill. The vintage tole chandelier is from there, as well. The client’s directive to source only things “with a story behind them” was a dream come true. Take the pleated silk shade for example — it’s got a few holes in it, but that wasn’t disqualifying. It was a pleasure to work with a client who sees the beauty in something sourced locally and dripping with character, even if it’s got a few imperfections. Tara transformed the closet in the Guest Bedroom into a dramatic little work-from-home nook. The floor-to-ceiling curtains cover the entire wall and handily conceal an unattractive tiny window looking into an airshaft. The client requested a “lush bedroom,” so a variety of textures were incorporated to make things feel layered and luxurious. She has an extensive collection of perfume bottles, and they won a 1950s Hollywood Regency style mirrored vanity at auction — the perfect place to display them. The green of the Living Room is carried to the bedroom with the silk taffeta curtains and block-printed bedding. The headboard is upholstered in a pleated silk Georgette. There was limited space on either side of the bed, so Tara suggested mounting swing-arm lamps to the wall and sourced sleek little metal and travertine nightstands, which add just the right touch of “today.” The Rococo wood mirror over the bed was also won at auction.

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This natural stone fireplace is the feature in this living room, and what better way to complement the look are plantation shutters that blend nicely with the stone and wall colors. White wicker furniture with throw pillows add even more warmth to the living room design. Photo: Lafayette Woodland Harvest Plantation Shutters. WINDOWS DRESSED UP window treatment and custom bedding showroom is located in Denver at 38th on Tennyson. Window treatment ideas, custom bedding & more from Hunter Douglas, Graber and Lafayette Interior Fashions. Measuring and installation services available. Select from over 3,000 designer fabrics from Fabricut, Nate Berkus, Jaclyn Smith, Duralee, Vervain, Trend and more. Sheers, silk, lace, linen, chevron, striped, velvet, dupioni silk, patterned, floral, cotton, plaid, damask, taffeta, voile, satin and more in every color, style and texture. Made in America by expert seamstresses and craftsmen. Get more bedding ideas on our site. www.windowsdressedup.com . We have a large selection of curtain rods, drapery hardware, finials, cornices, brackets, iron rings, wood rings, traverse rods, double curtain rods, tiebacks, rosette, swags from a variety of suppliers such as Paris Texas Hardware, The Finial Company, Helser Brothers, Kirsch, Select Hardware, Orion Iron Art, Duralee Hardware ( Palladia Collection featuring Swarovski crystals ). Visit our Virtual Showroom online. We also have the largest selection of window treatments from Hunter Douglas, Graber, Lafayette Interior Fashions, as well as CUSTOM made draperies, curtains, roman shades, bedding, comforters, duvet covers, bolsters, throw pillows, table runners, upholstered headboards. See more online at www.windowsdressedup.com.

Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz Inc. Jennifer's vanity is home to a treasure trove of vintage jewelry, highlighted by creative storage solutions. What was once a tool box now hangs on the wall to house various necklaces. Even with such rugged origins, the display has a decidedly feminine appeal. "My girlfriend had come across these old tool boxes at an estate sale. The person that owned them painted the tools that hung on each hook, so it makes for a great story," says Jennifer. Tool box containers: Stash Style Photo: Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz

Apartment on the rue de l’Université in Paris, belonging to a contemporary art collector and completed in 2009. Living room with Jean-Michel Frank sofa and 1960s Venini chandelier. Armchairs and daybed upholstered in Georges Smith. Art work by Sophie Calle. Shagreen coffee table and bronze side tables, carpet and fire place designed by Jean-Louis Deniot. Paris Université 2. Photographer Xavier Béjot

This is James Hardie Evening Blue Cedarmill Siding, Arctic White James Hardie Fascia. Versatex Rake Crown. Custom Made Corners with top double reveal crown and bottom blocks. All windows have a double top crown with custom made keystones, copper drip caps and a bottom sill. Arched crown over windows were bent to size. Beaded Soffit. Gutters are Custom 6" half round with round leaders. Lastly 5" Soffit high-hats.

Evening lighting highlights the textural contrast of the stacked stone detailing around the corner gas fireplace. The soothing palette is adorned with metallic elements. Photo:Timothy Manning www.manningmagic.com

Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz Inc. Set for an afternoon gathering, the Ciacchis' picnic table is nothing less than effortlessly elegant. Pulling from her inspirations toward southern charm and hospitality, Jennifer combines treasures from her "junking" adventures with vintage Eva Zeisel china to create a mood befitting of the most perfect summer day. The 12-foot table was hand made from barn siding. Jennifer picked the chairs from a dumpster, later realizing that each one had a name on it. "Because on the back of each one is a name of the person's chair, it makes it fun for parties because everyone gets a new name at dinner!" she says. Woven votives hang overhead, ready to create evening ambiance. Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz

Modern Bedroom Paris by Huppe. The Paris modern bedroom suite features a large amount of versatility with it's color scheme to fit any modern bedroom design. The bed is made of birch veneer. The bed features a straightforward geometrical construction with optional matching case goods available in a variety of colors to provide the set with functionality. The inside of the drawers is painted in the same color as the casing and the drawers are equipped with a hidden self-closing slides. The drawers also feature a metal handle finished in a chrome color. The platform bed only requires a mattress that sits on a European-style wooden base with metal slats. The Queen bed can be ordered with an optional Storage Platform with two storage drawers on each side, please check the additional images. Available in a variety of finishes according to our color samples. Shown in # 39 Brownie finish. The starting price is for the Queen size Bed. Contact our office to get Paris Platform Bed for even better price! Limited Time Offer! P: 718-676-1977 (MIG Furniture, Brooklyn NY) Dimensions: Queen Size Bed: W71.5" x D90" x H40" King Size Bed: W89.5" x D90" x H40" Storage Queen Bed: W62.7" x D84.7" x H40" Night Stand (Left or Right): W26" x D19" x H19" 5 Drawer Chest: W27.5" x D19" x H60" 6 Drawer Dresser: W63" x D19" x H31" Armoire: W42" x D22" x H72" Mirror: W42" x D1.5" x H35"

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THE SETUP Located in a luxury high rise in Chicago’s Gold Coast Neighborhood, the condo’s existing primary bath was “fine,” but a bit underwhelming. It was a sea of beige, with very little personality or drama. The client is very well traveled, and wanted the space to feel luxe and glamorous, like a bath in a fine European hotel. Design objectives: - Add loads of beautiful high end finishes - Create drama and contrast - Create luxe showering and bathing experiences - Improve storage for toiletries and essentials THE REMODEL Design challenges: - Unable to reconfigure layout due to location in the high rise - Seek out unique, dramatic tile materials - Introduce “BLING” - Find glamorous lighting Design solutions: - Keep existing layout, with change from built in to free-standing tub - Gorgeous Calacatta gold marble was our inspiration - Ornate Art deco marble mosaic to be the focal point, with satin gold accents to create shimmer - Glass and crystal light fixtures add the needed sparkle THE RENEWED SPACE After the remodel began, our client’s vision for her bath took a turn that was inspired by a trip to Paris. Initially, the plan was a modest design to allocate resources for her kitchen’s marble slabs… but then she had a vision while admiring the marble bathroom of her Parisian hotel. She was determined to infuse her bathroom with the same sense of luxury. They went back to the drawing board and started over with all-marble. Her new stunning bath space radiates glamour and sophistication. The “bling” flows to her bedroom where we matched the gorgeous custom wall treatment that mimics grasscloth on an accent wall. With its marble landscape, shimmering tile and walls, the primary bath’s ambiance creates a swanky hotel feel that our client adores and considers her sanctuary.

Out of seven children, twin daughters Bellamy and Tallulah hold their own as the only girls in the bunch. When recent renovations included installing the elevator, all rooms needed to be slightly reconfigured. "Our girls are getting older so we were happy to bring in something new and redecorate", says Cortney. Now into their teens, the girls have redone their bedroom to reflect their growing sense of style and independence. Above Tallulah's bed hangs a childhood portrait of her by Linda Mason. The upholstered bed frames are a recent purchase that add a decidedly feminine air to the space, while a brightly painted chair and striped draperies maintain a youthful punch. Even with two designer parents, the girls are free to weigh in on what goes into their room. "It is definitely a collaboration", Cortney explains. "[Our daughter] Bellamy really enjoys designing and has a natural talent for it. All of our kids bring their own artistic sense into their spaces, after all, we want their spaces to reflect them, too." Bed frames: Pondicherry Bed in Celery Jaipur, Serena and Lily Photo: Adrienne DeRosa Photography © 2014 Houzz Design: Cortney and Robert Novogratz

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Switching from a nursery to a toddler room can be challenging. We moved into our new house when my son was about one year old, crawling and walking like a champ. So it was my chance to make the switch. My usual process is figuring out the main colors first, well this time it was different since I had already few furniture pieces. Before we moved in I bough the beautiful Atlas Tapestry from Urban Outfitters which set the tone for the room. I was lucky enough to find turquoise curtains and storage bins from Ikea. I couldn’t stay away from Land of Nod so I had to get the Touch Tone Wall Hanger and the Grand Canvas USA Map. I got the growth chart from Etsy, there are a plenty of options and you can even get a personalized decal monogram.