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Bossy color in today’s Washington Examiner!

Annie Elliott | July 11, 2010

Greetings from the flood-ravaged wetlands of Maryland’s Eastern Shore! Having survived yesterday’s tsunami, I was delighted to see that bossy color is featured today in The Washington Examiner. DeShuna Spencer’s story is about powder rooms, and the myriad things you can do to make these tiny spaces shine. Thanks, Examiner, and enjoy, Gentle Readers! Annie …

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» Kitchen + bath, Rugs, Wallpaper

You asked…about colors (colours, actually) in Canada

Annie Elliott | March 2, 2010

Hi Annie, I came across your blog awhile back and I love it! My boyfriend and I bought our first place here in Canada last April and have been struggling with a colour for our kitchen/dining/living area ever since….the current shade [of green] is Benjamin Moore’s Wind Chime. Unfortunately, I absolutely hate it… Now I …

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» Art + accessories, Color + paint color, Living Room + Family Room, Rugs

Bossy color’s living room, Part Whatever: The rug is here!

Annie Elliott | February 19, 2010

And it’s great!!! I have to dash off to an appointment, but I promised to let you know the second it arrived. My lovely neighbor signed for it yesterday afternoon, so last night we left the girls in front of the Olympics (don’t call social services; it was women’s hockey – excellent girl power infusion) …

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» Living Room + Family Room, Rugs

You asked…about finding a bargain rug in a blue/green palette

Annie Elliott | February 16, 2010

Hey, lady! I’ve been trying to follow your advice and find a rug first for my new apartment, and I am struggling to find something I like. Where do you look for rugs under $200 and approximately 5×8? I found a picture of a napkin and I love the colors and pattern on it — …

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» Rugs

Bossy color’s living room, Part 5: Kickin’ it into high gear (Or: Oh good Lord, not the rug again)

Annie Elliott | February 14, 2010

So. Back to me. Aren’t you getting sick of me talking about my living room? I’M sick of me. I know my husband is sick of me. (Happy Valentine’s Day, darling!) But this is kind of his fault. He recently informed me that we would be hosting a party in EARLY MARCH. This is D.C….I …

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» Living Room + Family Room, Rugs

Soho Dhurrie rug: versatile, durable, fantastic-uhl

Annie Elliott | February 10, 2010

It isn’t bossy color’s usual way, dedicating an entire post to a specific product, but I’ve seen this rug so often lately that I felt compelled to spread the news. (As you know, I’ve had rugs on the brain recently… …and, as you also may know, we’re into our 39th inch of snow here in …

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» Rugs

Kid’s bedroom makeover (in progress)

Annie Elliott | January 28, 2010

New babies are so demanding, aren’t they? Always crying, or eating, or wanting their own bedroom… My clients’ 5-year old son graciously agreed to surrender his bedroom to his brand-new baby sister. (Don’t worry, he got pretty good digs on the 3rd floor.) Here’s the room when it was his: And here’s the room in …

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» Color + paint color, Furniture + upholstery, Kids, Rugs
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Nov 14

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Is there a color you’ve been dying to use in your home but have just been too…afraid? In my case, that color was a bold, eye-searing citron. As I write in my book, “Yellow is one of my favorite colors, but it can be a tough sell in decorating. When I’ve gotten a client to agree to it, it’s been an extremely light hue.”To wit: I painted a client’s guest bedroom a soft, creamy yellow. It was lovely, but…in a word, boring. Because this isn’t a space in which someone would spend extended time, we could be braver. Enter @farrowandball Yellowcake. (It’s archived now, but they’ll still make it for you!) I had wanted to use it for quite some time, but it required a bravery and trust.This client has both. We both LOVE the result. @schumacher1889 Queen of Spain’s Roman shade makes the overall effect even more zingy. Images of bedroom by @mw.concepts #ColorStory #FarrowandBall #Yellowcake #DesignInspiration #AnnieElliottDesign #Interiors #ColorConfidence

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Oct 24

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I LOVE large-scale wallpaper. I mean, REALLY large. It works especially well in double-height spaces like this one: the huge pattern creates drama and holds your interest across a large expanse of wall that otherwise would be a whole lotta nothing. It’s exciting.Timorous Beasties has mastered the art of large-scale wallpaper. Because Totem Damask is SO dramatic, we did it on one wall only. Then on all the other walls — also double-height — we did the smaller scale Deconstructed Stripe. (Look carefully and you can see it!) Large justaposted with small…you know that’s one of my biggest tips for mixing patterns 😊If you want space to feel alive and interesting, consider going big. You know what they say: Go big and go home ;) #ColorCourage #WallpaperDesign #AnnieElliottDesign #InteriorDesign

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Oct 21

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Ask me what I love most about Philly. It’s very, very hard to choose just one thing. I’ll skip the obvious (cheesesteaks) and maybe even the medium obvious (all the fabulous restaurants). Ready? One of my favorite things in Philadelphia is the incredible store JAMES by @jimmydelaurentis . In addition to super friendly, knowledgeable salespeople — sometimes even Jimmy himself! — there’s a great selection of furniture and lots of gifty things. Including books! I’ll be at JAMES to sign mine on November 1, and I would love the opportunity to meet you! Let’s raise a glass, shall we? #PhiladelphiaEvents #InteriorDesign

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Oct 17

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Join me at 𝗝𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗯𝘆 @jimmydelaurentis on 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟰𝗣𝗠 - 𝟲𝗣𝗠 for an intimate evening of design talk, storytelling, and a signing of my book 𝘔𝘺 𝘕𝘦𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘣𝘰𝘳 𝘚𝘢𝘸 𝘔𝘦 𝘕𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘥, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘖𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘕𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘋𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘦𝘴: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘋𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘏𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬.We’ll chat about the stories behind the rooms … the why, Gentle Readers, not just the what! … and what it means to make a home feel like 𝙮𝙤𝙪. 💌 RSVP via the link in bio — space is limited!#BookSigning #InteriorDesign #DesignEvent #PhiladelphiaEvents

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Oct 15

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It’s official! The 𝙈𝙮 𝙉𝙚𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙗𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙖𝙬 𝙈𝙚 𝙉𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙙 book tour is hitting the road! ✨First stop: 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗮 at the fabulous shop 𝗝𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗦 by @jimmydelaurentis on November 1. RSVP details in bio.Then we’ll be in 𝗗𝗖 at 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 on November 11, where I’ll be in conversation with the incredible @jasonreynolds83 And finally, a cozy weekend on the 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘁. 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹𝘀 at @bookhoundsmd on November 15.Come for the stories, stay for the laughs (and maybe a few design confessions). 🥂Can’t wait to see you there!#MyNeighborSawMeNaked #AnnieElliottDesign #BookTour #DesignLife

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Oct 12

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Let’s talk about the most important room in the house, shall we? It’s the one where you begin and end each day. Interestingly, though, the primary bedroom is often a space my clients neglect, placing a higher priority on the more “public” rooms of their homes. In other words, they place greater importance on spaces for 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴, not themselves. Please believe me: with the busy pace of fall, you must have a bedroom that functions as a true sanctuary. It’s not a luxury; it’s a necessity. You 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 a space that quiets the noise and allows you to rest and recharge. In this Somerset bedroom, we achieved that calm through a whisper-soft palette and layers of luxurious texture. From the creamy-dreamy upholstered headboard to the light-filtering curtains and the impossibly cozy throw, every detail was chosen to soothe the senses. This is your reminder to prioritize your own retreat. Your well-being depends on it!

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Oct 8

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My prescription for the perfect autumn afternoon? A plush sofa, a good book, and a room that wraps you up like a hug. I used this brilliant wallpaper by Cole & Son in a NYC study to create a room that’s wonderfully snug. The paper is a bit whimsical, incredibly chic, and the perfect backdrop for getting lost in a story. Here’s to rooms that feel like a retreat from the world. 🍂#CosySesson #FallVibes #HomeOfficeDesign #WallpaperWedbesday #LibraryLife #ReadingNook #InteriorDesign #NYCDesign #CozyCorner #HyggeHome

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Oct 7

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Fellow jurist Marika Meyer and me at the Home & Design Excellence in Design Awards Gala last night! It was an honor to judge the submissions and attend the celebration. My heartfelt congratulations to all of the honorees ! Cheers to your hard work and dedication to our craft.

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Oct 3

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Recently, I’ve been thinking about how to keep our homes joyful as the days get shorter (and shorter…). The easiest way — since wallpapering on a whim is something only crazy people like me do — is to bring a dash of nature inside. In this North Cleveland Park dining room, we wrapped the walls in a gorgeous silk wall covering to provide a quiet yet glamorous backdrop for the client’s Chinese silk rug and antiques. The clean-lined Minotti dining table and iconic Foscarini pendant bring modern elements into the space. But the final, life-giving touch is the plants. Or the plant-like elements 😊 The mini-shrubs marching down the dining table and the dramatic leaves against the walls are wonderful, aren’t they? Those dashes of green breath life into the room and make it feel fresh and alive. It’s so easy to cram a bunch of branches (hi, Trader Joe’s) into a vase and set it on a sideboard or table. You can’t believe how this simple gesture will life your spirits on a cooling fall day. #DiningRoomDesign #InteriorDesign #LuxeLiving #GoldAndGreen #DesignDetails #DCDesign #FallDecor #BringTheOutfoorsIn
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