Ideas and Inspirations

This is the official start to March Madness from NCAA to St. Pat’s Day.

Lots of inspiration for this Seattle interior designer.

Alexander Henry fabric - Lucky Leprechaun

Get your green on with Marc Jacobs

Marc Jacobs at Nordstrom

Wrap it all together with my Converse obsession

My Converse Obsession

Let the games begin… and for all things green, remember to contact this Seattle interior design firm.

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For this Seattle interior designer, city living equals a condominium. Call it downsizing or urban living, it equates to less space. In a recent project the solution to condo clutter came with vertical solutions from California Closets. In this 1000 sf downtown Seattle view condo, the guest bedroom was also the office, a common situation. How to store files and still offer guests a place to land for a visit? What? no linen closet for extra towels, comforter, blankets?

For this project, the solution arrived in the form of maximizing vertical wall space within the condo. Let’s start with the guest/home office closet. First the client sorted out essential office requirements for space and files and then guest needs like bed size, a table and lamp and closet.

Multi purpose closet for guests and home office use

The closet now provides hanging space for a short term guest as well as office file storage for the home.

Next, the non existent linen closet. In the entry we swapped the existing entry closet for a 7 foot niche directly opposite. The wall displayed art and books which moved to another location. With a larger entry closet, essential linen storage has a place of its own plus the coats, boots, shoes, hats and entry clutter is hidden away too.

From comforters to coats and shoes in the entry closet

Probably the fastest and most efficient organization comes from a well organized closet. With an inventory in hand courtesy of California Closets, clothes, shoes, belts, purses and all are placed within easy view for my client.

A place for everything and everything in its place!

 

While you may not need a closet the size of Gayle King’s, we all benefit from a clutter cleanse and the sense of relief when we can find our clothes easily.

Gayle King courtesy of Oprah.com

Organizing mentor, Peter Walsh shares his de-clutter message in this video [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYcVhXEFtEE[/youtube]for California Closets.

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When I received the request to join a panel this Wednesday at the Kravet Seattle showroom, I pinched myself again. As a Seattle interior designer, I  reminded myself of all the benefits I enjoy because of social media.

I am honored to join Jennifer and Leah

My friends, professional and personal, increase every day.  Sometimes we meet at distant places from Seattle such as High Point Furniture Market  in North Carolina or at special events like Blogfest in NYC. Frequently it’s close to home which is even more special.

At the presentation this week, I know the question to ask is, “What has social media done for your business?” I will tell them it’s immeasurable and somewhat surreal. My communication circle grows and grows.. and not with superficial ‘likes’ or ‘follows’. Of course, those are available and present but so are the sincere, real connections I’ve made over my 3 year immersion into the swirl of social media via my blog, Facebook, Twitter,  Linkedin and Pinterest.

With Thomas O'Brien at Blogfest 2011

I so appreciate the support and generosity of this medium.  In particular, I salute Kravet for one of my ultimate design experiences last May at Blogfest 2011. Talk about exceeding expectations! The editors of leading design magazines, the Kravet family, Barbara Barry and a tour of Kravet headquarters up front and personal.  LOVED it all. See my photo below with Barbara Barry as part of this amazing event.

Here I am with Barbara Barry at the NYC Kravet Showroom

If you’re in Seattle on Wednesday this week, I hope you’ll come to the Seattle Design Center and Kravet Showroom. Love to hear your questions and meet you in social media.

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George Nelson Marshmallow Chair from Herman Miller

Thanks to Bellevue Arts Museum for feeding design addicts a stellar exhibit from George Nelson. As a Bellevue interior designer, I was in design heaven to see up front his thoughtful contributions to our lives. Abstract forms, curvilinear shapes, industrial materials all reflected George Nelson’s belief in designs that provide function with feeling.

George Nelson Bubble Lamp from Design Within Reach

Swag Leg Chair from Design Within Reach

Curator Nora Atkinson at BAM noted Nelson “sought solutions for the use and user instead of copying previous design” and always thought of ways to make his home or office designs “user friendly and emotionally available.”

Did you know that George Nelson introduced the L-shaped desk? the slat wood bench? What about his clocks?

Sunburst from Geo Nelson by Vitra

One of my favorite finds at this excellent exhibit is this motto:

Wisdom from George Nelson

Explore our services as you create your nest.. from modern to traditional.  Call us today, 206.973.3743

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First, a confession from Faith, your Seattle interior designer. I am happy in a room with anything RED. Red sparks my creative spirit, ups my energy and warms me in all the good ways. February is the month of love and passion ~ and RED. I prefer to associate RED with hugs, hearts and happiness. I am SO happy in a room with anything red!

Faith’s RED Inspirations for February

My RED inspirations for Valentine's Day

My preferred places for red in interior design and remodeling projects are powder rooms, dining rooms and front doors. After that, I introduce them into accessories in much the same way I use them in my wardrobe. Think of using red as you might use shoes, a purse, scarf, belt, sweater or jacket.

In this powder room in the Madison Park neighborhood of Seattle, I added lots of spice by painting with Benjamin Moore Chili Pepper Red, 2004-20.

Chili Pepper Red (B Moore 2004-20) spices up a powder room

Claret Rose (2008-20) adds a glow

Benjamin Moore Heritage Red makes a door statement

If you love RED and need professional assistance choosing just the right shade for your home, February is our color consultation month. Call us if you’re ready for hugs, hearts and happiness. New clients save $50 on a Color Consultation this month (regularly $350

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