Bringing in subtle hints of pink with flowing textiles and muted, feminine tones, we wanted to make a seamless transformation for our little client into a room that she could grow into. Stay tuned for photos once complete!
In the spirit of the royal wedding, we’re sharing some Brit-inspired finds this Friday. Enjoy and have a great weekend!
Graham & Brown Crowns and Coronets Wallpaper
British Flag Pillow from Jonathan Adler
Schumacher London Bridge Fabric in Mink
Lily Mirror from Oly Studios
Hand Printed Laurel and Crown by helkatdesign on etsy
Queen Crown Letterpress Notecards by Green Grass Press on etsy
Vintage Flag Pillows
And the jewel of them all, this sapphire and diamond ring from Tiffany & Co.
Great oversized open rust finish metal square urn lamp with natural linen shade.
Specs: 13″ x 13″ x 27″ with Shade
[$331]
The this color drew us in immediately.
Distressed handmade, painted bench. How we’d use it: place in front of a fireplace, as a side table or as a bench for that spare spot in the house.
Specs: 12″Lx30″Wx15″H
[$75 + delivery]
What great classic tones in this pair of bold ikat designer pillow covers!
Specs: Front ikat design/back off white solid fabric [dry clean recommended]
Dimensions: 20″ x 20″
$75 ea.
Contact us for details! info@parkersimsinteriors.com
Gone are the days of muted textures, endless solids, and shells galore. In the past few years there has been an evolution in Indoor/Outdoor offerings. When Trina Turk debuted her Indoor/Outdoor spring line for Schumacher in 2009, her vibrant prints set the pace. Other lines have followed with great geometrics, rich herringbones and alluring textures.
Here are ten outdoor fabrics that have caught our eye this spring!
Lee Jofa Ikat Stripe in Blue/Green [$134/yd]
Trina Turk for Schumacher Tangier Frame print in Sea Grass [$76/yd]
Schumacher Tortola Print in Kiwi [$140/yd]
Schumacher Carmel Coastline Print in Tobacco [$71/yd]
Clarence House La Flora Danica [$83/yd]
Clarence House Amalfi solids [$126/yd]
Osborne & Little Pelada [$108/yd]
Manuel Conovas Tamarin [$141/yd]
Robert Allen Radiowave in Apricot [$71/yd]
Robert Allen Megastar in Azalea [$60/yd]
If one of these strikes your eye as well, call or email us at info@parkersimsinteriors.com for more details.
Vintage oriental prints in good condition are perfect for an eclectic addition to sparse walls.
Dimensions: ~ 10″ x 30″
Price: $40 each + shipping
Email [info@parkersimsinteriors.com] or call [843.278.8707] the studio for more information or to purchase.
A client of ours in Isle of Palms wanted an inviting guest room that was inviting, with bright, energetic colors, while avoiding a typical “beachy” theme. She fell in love with this Nina Campbell fabric [the bright floral] when we started on her home in 2009. Now she’s ready to complete her guest room to welcome those spring and summer visitors, and we’re excited to get started!
“I decided to use the floral Nina Campbell fabric for the focal point of the bedroom using it for the duvet and throw pillows on the bed and window seat. We chose a colorful “filler” fabric for the underside of the duvet so that she could choose to reverse it when she wanted to mix up the look. When designing any room, I find that it’s important to choose an inspiration fabric and build the design around that using complementary fabrics varying in texture and pattern to create depth and interest. Be sure that these fabrics are not too bold and won’t overpower each other though. Then, polish the look with decorative trims and tapes to add that extra detail for a custom appeal. Finished project photos to come!” – Adrian
As you can likely imagine, being exposed to the latest and greatest of the design industry can lead to a sense of flux for a designer’s own home. It actually reminds us of the current Best Buy “Buy Back” commercial…that continual feeling that as soon as you find something that immediately strikes your eye, something equally as fantastic coincidentally debuts shortly thereafter. Now, don’t get us wrong, we all have those classic staples and treasured pieces, travel keepsakes and heirlooms that could never be replaced or overshadowed by a new counterpart, but those beautiful textiles – in varying colors, designs and textures – always seem to impress…at least us anyway.
That brings us to the ”S” of PSI, who recently found herself in one of these scenarios where it was simply time for a change (not to mention, when one gets married [as she recently did], somehow you manage to “inherit” a whole new brigade of furnishings and that otherperspective that accounts for half of the household interior decisions). Thankfully for “Sims” now “Truluck”, Mr. Tru has good taste…for the most part.
Without further adieu, here are a few quick snaps of The Truluck’s new abode, with commentary from Mrs. Truluck herself. Enjoy!
Truluck Dining
“Getting married not only means marrying your spouse, but also means marrying his things as well. Thus, we have Bobcat. Our dining room is a social area, a place for parties and in this case a conversation starter.
I wanted this room to be formal but not fussy. I chose to keep it simple with two fabrics mingling complementary colors. The juxtaposition of the warm (coral) and cool (sage) tones adds punch. When using a round dining table, creating symmetry around it (example: two mirrors with dining chairs beneath along with the two willow arrangements) allows balance. Although I was skeptical at first, the bobcat has become a permanent ornament and focal point of my dining room, which I’ve grown to love. P.S. – window treatments are on their way!”
Truluck Living Room
Truluck Living Room Series
”A wall series is the perfect way to fill large empty spaces. The key to creating an interesting arrangement is to treat it as a whole composition and pay attention to both positive and negative space. Keep it from being monotonous by varying sizes, frame styles and artwork. I found these antlers and thought they would make a perfect addition and add a little dimension. Do you see a running theme with wild game in our home?”
Truluck Master Bedding
“Since your bedroom is the place to relax and unwind, it needs to be a haven that reflects only you. I wanted to create a bedroom that was subtle, casual, yet striking. I designed the headboard to be the understated backdrop but still wanted it to have personality with the nailheads. Since I love fabrics, and the Bruschwig & FilsNara Landscape is a favorite of mine, I wanted it to be the focal point of the bed. The ikat Euro shams along with the burlap bed skirt make the final touches.”
Greetings! After a temporary hiatus, we’re back to posting (and apologize for the lack of PSI posts recently)! Stay tuned for designer tips, project updates, studio finds & more. For those of you who were “dish” subscribers, the blog and facebook page is going to be your go-to resource for the latest and greatest from PSI…and more frequently than once a month.
We’re excited about what 2011 will bring. Stay tuned!
