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The loveseat conversation, Part I

Annie Elliott | October 23, 2010

Not so very long ago, a conversation took place.

Annie: So. Darling. About the loveseat situation in the living room.

John (not looking up from newspaper): Hmmm?

A: The loveseat situation. Remember? The small sofa? From my parents?

Read more »The loveseat conversation, Part I
» Furniture + upholstery, Living Room + Family Room

And the winner of the Slobproof book is…

Annie Elliott | October 20, 2010

...Janet! In response to our request for child-, pet-, and slob-proof solutions, she offered this:

Debbie Wiener's Slobproof I found a faux shearling fabric (shearling fleece texure on one side and faux suede on the other) that matched my sofa color...

Read more »And the winner of the Slobproof book is…
» Furniture + upholstery, Rugs

We heart John Robshaw bedding, especially for this project

Annie Elliott | October 20, 2010

The love affair started before the party at Timothy Paul Bedding + Home last week (My Notting Hill gave it a mention on Monday...)

The party was given by Sferra - and it was tons of fun - but Timothy Paul has always been my go-to bedding store for John Robshaw. So it's understandable that I would be thinking of Mr. Robshaw even as I cavorted among someone else's sheets.

Oooh - racy!

Read more »We heart John Robshaw bedding, especially for this project
» Bedroom, Rugs, Window treatments

Bossy color in Real Simple!

Annie Elliott | October 18, 2010

It's here! The November issue of Real Simple magazine has hit the newsstands.

Bossy color was delighted to provide her thoughts on jewel tones in decorating - a growing trend.

Having just painted the infamous living room a TOPAZ YELLOW (7th time's a charm), we found the timing of the article oddly appropriate.

Read more »Bossy color in Real Simple!
» Color + paint color

Pet-proof, child-proof, slob-proof (book giveaway!)

Annie Elliott | October 16, 2010

One of bossy color 's favorite clients happens to be named Glynnie.

As you can see, Glynnie is a dog. So technically, she BELONGS to our clients.

But in creating a decorating action plan for their living room, it's actually Glynnie who's calling the shots.

Read more »Pet-proof, child-proof, slob-proof (book giveaway!)
» Furniture + upholstery, Rugs

You asked…about a paint color for a boy’s nursery (that will age well, to boot)

Annie Elliott | October 13, 2010

Dear Bossy Color, aka Annie :) -

I am expecting baby #2 in five weeks - a boy! - and am in the process of setting up his nursery. But I am completely stumped about what color to paint the room.

I did remember your advice to start with the rug, and found one that I love!

Read more »You asked…about a paint color for a boy’s nursery (that will age well, to boot)
» Color + paint color, Kids, Rugs

Thanks, Apartment Therapy! Budget-friendly ways to get design help

Annie Elliott | October 8, 2010

Well! How exciting to be the primary source of info. for Apartment Therapy's post yesterday about seeking affordable design help!

Read more »Thanks, Apartment Therapy! Budget-friendly ways to get design help
» Color + paint color, Living Room + Family Room
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Let’s talk about what fabric doesn’t work ❌ for the sectional upholstery in this beach house TV Room. Even though these fabrics are beautiful on their own… they don’t work here. The dark stripes were not lighthearted enough and the smaller scale blue and white pattern was too predictable. Watch to listen to me plead my case for lavender and green! 🏖️#interiordetails #colorfulinteriors #beachhousedesign

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Here’s the challenge: Imagine you are designing a lighthearted, summer beach house. In the TV Room, there are bookcases, a neutral rug, and a large sectional.What upholstery would you put on the sectional?Comment your pick before you see part 2 👇#designchallenge #interiorsandhome #interiorinspiration

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When you come home after a long day, do you want your foyer to rev you up or calm you down? Decide which approach you need and run with it. Add large-scale wallpaper and layered rugs for excitement, or paint the walls off-white and be selective with your artwork and mirrors for calm. #foyer #homedesign #foyerinspiration

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Q: What is one thing you can do to elevate a room❓💬 The first thing you see when you walk into a room needs to look great. In your office, get a nice, big vintage desk. In a living room, paint all the walls a dark color. Avoid satin brass hardware, pills on sofa fabric, and fake wood!#interiordesign #dcdesigner #decorinspo

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Apr 1

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This will come as no surprise, but I think about window treatments a LOT. Especially during the transition from winter to spring, with the change in temperature and light…I’m reminded what a critical design element window treatments are. And then I get to thinking about window treatments through the ages. Who invented drapes? Did the Romans *really* invent Roman shades?I decided to do some digging. Check out my blog to see what I discovered!📸 @stacyzaringoldberg📸 @jennverrierphoto#windowtreatments #drapes #interiordesign

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Mar 25

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It’s Wallpaper Wednesday! Today we feature Brunschwig & Fils’ Les Touches. @brunschwigfils introduced Les Touches in 1965, and the pattern soon became a Brunschwig classic. (Interestingly, “touches” translates to “keys” or “strokes…” I guess that’s close to “dabs,” which is what I’d assumed.) According to handwritten records, Les Touches is inspired by post-WWII black and white photographs, but the connection between this inspiration and the pattern remains a mystery. Referred to most often as a stylized animal print, Les Touches is a staple of the Le Jardin Chinois collection.Today, Les Touches comes in 18 colorways, but the blue colorway remains iconic. I’ve used Les Touches for window treatments and upholstery, but I can’t wait to try it as wallpaper!

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Mar 23

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Here’s what ✨ I ✨ would do… Instead of matching everything, you balance it. Pull one color. Shift the scale. Let each piece do something different. Here’s what ✨ I ✨ would do… Instead of matching everything, you balance it. Pull one color. Shift the scale. Let each piece do something different. Bonus: Change the rug! Suddenly you’d make a completely different window choice.Did you guess it?!Watch part 1 for the challenge context and part 2 for what doesn’t work.#interiorsandhome #fabricdesign #romanshades

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Mar 23

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Let’s talk about what fabric doesn’t work ❌ for the Roman shades in this teenage girl’s bedroom with 2 big windows and a statement ceiling. Even though these fabrics are beautiful on their own… they don’t work here. Biggest mistake: repeating the same motif (moths, butterflies, etc.) across the room. It starts to feel themed instead of designed.Watch part 1 for the full context, and watch part 3 to find out what I would choose.#interiordesign #wallpaper #interiorsandhome

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Mar 23

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Here’s the challenge: a teenage girl’s bedroom. Not huge. Two big windows. Statement ceiling. White walls.Which fabric would you choose for the Roman shades?There’s a right answer… a safe answer… and a couple very wrong ones. Comment your pick before you see part 2 👇#interiordesigner #wallpaper #romanshades
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