Bring out the beast

The Fashion and Interior design world has been having a love affair with animal prints. Leopard Dresses, blouses, pillows and throws. Cowhide rugs and python handbags and vinyls. And the occasional zebra prints on fabrics, and skins on ottomans. Take a look at the mix of animal prints in fashion and interior design.

Leopard on the runway

Leopard on 18th Century Settee

Kasler living with leopard Rug from Stark

Rana Jamshed

Mix Cheetah with Chinoiserie

Brunshwig & Fils hand-woven tiger and leopard velvet fabric for about $6,000 a yard

Accent Leopard Pillows

Fur for the Fall

Love the Fur throw on bed

Cowhide On Bruno Chairs

Michael Kors python bag

Python on Ottoman

Cowhide throw rugs

Leopard and Feathers

Renea Abbott Houston mixing Cheetah with old and modern

Kasler living with Cheetah carpet

Cheetah fashion

Ralph Lauren Classic style with Leopard Aragon Print

Zebra rug

Giambattista Valli Zebra Print Trouser

Zebra Rug

Zebra cut carpet squares

Zebra rug

Zebra accent pillows

Veruschka by Rubartelli for French Vogue, 1969.

Zebra looks great in any interior

Add an animal print to any interior for interest and a fun mix.  Hope you enjoyed a walk on the wild side

Hugs 

Katie

Let There Be Light

Kitchen Light

Normally, kitchens have small windows over the sink areas. This standard trend is slowly changing among homeowners, especially those who have their homes custom designed or kitchens remodeled. 

Windows can become a focal point in the Kitchen.

    
This Large WIndow looks great with the black Le Cornue  

Large Picture window opens kitchen area

William Hefner in LA

                                     

White Marble, Stainless and Large Metal Windows

White marble counter, Modern nickel fixture and metal windows

Designed by Lynn Morgan

Love the simplicity and the oversized industrial hanging fixtures

Large window paned metal windows and doors

Floor to ceiling metal windows

Long display of metal windows

Picture window overlooking the mountain

Metal Window Surrond

Light and bright

Delete the cabinets replace with counter to ceiling metal windows. Love the industrial wall lights.

This large framed window and door combination opens up this space

My all time favorite Mix. The Large window makes this kitchen special.

Sela Ward’s Stylish Bel Air Home With a Southern Soul - Traditional Home

Window Style

Think Large!! Changing to larger, either wider or taller, and more stylish windows can help add interest and update a kitchen. Larger windows will also make the space seem more open and it will improve lighting giving the room a more modern feel.

Hope you enjoyed a look at these beautiful kitchens

hugs

Katie

Trends in Color

Vibrant brights and high-contrast neutrals showcase artistic flair and youthful exuberance.

 Neutral wallpaper by Osborne & Little with Chartreuse Drapery and post modern Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair

 Mix of Chartreuse and Aqua with hints of neutral drapery and rug

Green mixed with shades of grey

 Green and hot pink

Lemon Yellow and blue with neutral walls, table and rug

 Grey and Yellow

Pop of Chartreuse in white bathroom and soft blue wallpaper

 FUN Yellow modern sofa with awesome Stainless Slide!!!

 My Favorite color combination

Neutral with splash of lime

Hot Pink and Chartreuse

Chartreuse and lavender

We are definitely seeing a trend from all neutral palette to more color.

Hope this brightens your week

Hugs

Katie