An NYC E-design

I've been meaning to share this fun NYC apartment...that just happened to belong to my cousin and his wife. They're awesome, and I wish I could see them more! 

After marrying two years ago, they sweetly asked me to help them fluff their city abode via e-design, adding pieces along the way as they found them, combining two sets of belongings, etc. 

We pulled off a fun, eclectic space with a neutral background, multi-purpose furniture, all with a nod to our Southern roots (blue and white, cow hide...). 

Here's a little peek at their space:

An NYC E-design

I've been meaning to share this fun NYC apartment...that just happened to belong to my cousin and his wife. They're awesome, and I wish I could see them more! 

After marrying two years ago, they sweetly asked me to help them fluff their city abode via e-design, adding pieces along the way as they found them, combining two sets of belongings, etc. 

We pulled off a fun, eclectic space with a neutral background, multi-purpose furniture, all with a nod to our Southern roots (blue and white, cow hide...). 

Here's a little peek at their space:

Coral, Cream, and Gray: Gorgeous Master Bedroom

This mood board and plan has been one of my favorites so far. I loved the quiet color scheme, and it pulled me from my natural inclination toward blues. 

The shades of soft apricot, gray, cream, white and a pop of gilver metallic make this space fun, soft, and anything but boring. 

I use matelasses for my clients all.the.time. Its hard to beat a good white one that can be thrown in the wash and bleached if need be. And a folded duvet at the foot of a bed, filled with down, will always be welcoming. 

Coral, Cream, and Gray: Gorgeous Master Bedroom

This mood board and plan has been one of my favorites so far. I loved the quiet color scheme, and it pulled me from my natural inclination toward blues. 

The shades of soft apricot, gray, cream, white and a pop of gilver metallic make this space fun, soft, and anything but boring. 

I use matelasses for my clients all.the.time. Its hard to beat a good white one that can be thrown in the wash and bleached if need be. And a folded duvet at the foot of a bed, filled with down, will always be welcoming. 

A Blue, Cream, and Chinois Master Bedroom

When planning master bedrooms, I seem to naturally gravitate toward blues and creams. This master bedroom mood board and plan was no exception: a chic Chinese pattern, Belgian linen, a classic buffalo check, and a blue and white damask. 

Soft, serene with a hint of chinois. 

Just my style. 

:) 

A Blue, Cream, and Chinois Master Bedroom

When planning master bedrooms, I seem to naturally gravitate toward blues and creams. This master bedroom mood board and plan was no exception: a chic Chinese pattern, Belgian linen, a classic buffalo check, and a blue and white damask. 

Soft, serene with a hint of chinois. 

Just my style. 

:) 

Before and After: Client Reveal....Three spaces to live in!

I loved working with these clients over the past 6 months. Not only are they friends of ours, and had wonderful pieces already, but they were so open to ideas and were super excited to get some things done in their already-great home. They had amazing furniture....great sofas, chairs, large dining table, etc., but accessories and fabrics were missing.

Not. A. Problem.

That's my thing, y'all. :)

It was an added bonus that they have the most precious little baby girl, who I love getting to see too! 

We would be concentrating on the family room/den, the main living room, and the basement/man cave. Here are some before shots to wet your whistle. 

And AFTER:

The Family Room/Den

Personality and color were brought in through the custom pillows and window treatments, as well as the fun woven jute rug. A new coffee table with soft edges will be perfect for little ones on the move. 

We modified the seating arrangement in this room, creating symmetry around the TV by flanking these fabulous chairs with lamps, and surrounding the telly with the black and white images of their sweet family. 

A bit of texture was brought in through simple round baskets now surrounding an antique mirror and marble topped chest.

Some detail shots for you to enjoy around the room...

Their galley-style kitchen was already fantastic, we just brought in a bit of softness through the ikat valance above the sink.

The dining area got the same window treatments, and a new jute rug too.

The living room is now more pulled together with a bit of shuffling around....we brought the gorgeous antique rug up from the basement and pulled the aquas, taupes, and oranges from it's traditional pattern. Pillows, window treatments, and a new coffee table give life to this seating area. 

Last but not least, the man cave. 

This room was based around the large antique flag over the main sofa. I pulled the deep red/coral from it to accent the shades of gray and chocolate already present in the room. 

Accessories were maja-ly needed, so we cultivated some little vignettes with a mix of oyster plates, sunburst mirrors, and antlers paired with pieces the couple already owned. 

Lots of coziness and softness are now present thanks to the lamp lighting, cow hide rug, mix of patterned pillows, and a plush throw. 

A few close ups of the deets:

Hope y'all have enjoyed this reveal! Lots more to show soon!