Nothing beats a fresh coat of paint to reinvigorate a living space. And when that paint is white, the effect can be all the more resplendent. But all shades are not created equal. We asked the pros for their favorite paint brands and colors, or “the perfect white.” It was a tall ask—these are trade secrets, after all—but they were happy to help homeowners get results they’ll love when they tackle...
It has taken some doing, but wallpaper is on the comeback trail and one of the spring’s hottest new trends. Dean Sawyer, an Interior Designer at LDa Architecture & Interiors, tells us, “People have let go of the bad ’70s wallpaper and are looking to be more adventurous with their design. Wallpaper is the perfect way to add another layer for dimension, texture and depth.”
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Homeowners and interior designers are loving Lucite at the moment and weaving the transparent material into rooms of all types and styles. Lucite's look, according to the interior designers of LDa Architecture & Interiors, “is perfect for the mixing and matching trend we’ve been noticing.”
LDa Architecture & Interiors; photo by Sean Litchfield
The modern material itself is durable and...
(Left: Interior Design by Audrey Sterk Design | Middle: Arteriors Lighting available at Lucia Lighting | Right: Interior Design by Manuel de Santaren)
When an interior designer first takes on a project, lighting is almost always an issue. It is also an essential, multifaceted design feature that warrants a bigger conversation than it often gets, explains interior design principal John Day of LDa...
5 Hot Fall Fashions in the Home
5. Metallics
On the fashion front, metallics are everywhere—and bringing looks that range from the chic and elegant to the edgy and futuristic. Designers like Christopher Kane are trotting out outfits in head-to-toe silver, as is Chanel, though, at times, Creative Director Karl Lagerfeld opts to tone down the glitz a tad by pairing statement-making glitter boots...
Fear knot! We’ve gathered the best ways to use the sailor’s classic monkey’s fist knot in your nautical home design. This simple yet thoughtful touch adds just the right on the water feel for your interiors.
Architect & Interior Design: LDa Architecture & Interiors; Builder: John G Early Contractor & Builder; Photographer: Greg Premru
History: A monkey’s fist, also known as monkey...
