A query we get A LOT is the best way to mix completely different kinds with a companion. Truthfully, it may be difficult however utterly doable. I imply, it was the entire foundation of Em’s HGTV present, Secrets and techniques From a Stylist, proper? It’s about discovering the type connections (shapes, colours, supplies, and many others.), incorporating each kinds with items which have these connections, and naturally, some good ole trend compromise and understanding. That’s exactly what Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach did when designing their new household dwelling in Southern California and have been ranging from scratch. Properly, first I ought to say that this home was half designed after they purchased it (go learn the AD article for the news) however fortunately they beloved the comfortable vibe that designer, Kate Lester, had already established. Personally, I believe that was a MASSIVE blessing given that call fatigue may be very actual (simply ask anybody that has gone via any type of renovation). However right here’s the deal, it feels like Glennon has far more of a love for colourful interiors than Abby. Abby even stated that had it been as much as her initially, she seemingly would have gone for method much less shade. Sounds difficult, proper?? What do you do when one companion needs shade and the opposite doesn’t? Properly, I’m going to stroll you thru how Kate and Glennon (who was principally answerable for the selections) made this cozy dwelling each colourful but calm and ethereal so that everybody was comfortable.
I’m certain whenever you take a look at this photograph you aren’t pondering “whoa, this can be a wildly colourful room!” BUT, on the similar time, it doesn’t really feel like a completely white/impartial “California causal” lounge both. Right here’s why. First off, the room has plenty of texture and sample which mechanically makes it really feel extra alive. You’ve got the brick partitions, combined with the paneling, combined with the stone, and the entire material patterns. Then inside these materials, you could have that saturated indigo, hints of deep purples, reds, yellows, and different tones of blue. Additionally, these heat camel brown bench cushions do such an unimaginable job of livening up the room. Lastly, by no means underestimate the ability of books and the way they’re a straightforward and sneaky option to carry shade and persona right into a room. Take the books out you could have a reasonably room. However with the books in? You’ve got a personalised room.
Transferring over to the eating space, the colours are classically impartial however child do we’ve some texture! The chandelier, these woven chair backs and leather-based cushion straps, the black desk to distinction and floor the area…all assist to make the open idea plan really feel heat however not too colourful as a result of…
Y’all of the kitchen is an attractive vibrant blue. In case you ask us (and DEFINITELY Emily), blue is a impartial in our e-book. So incorporating blue is a complete no-brainer if there’s a pair that’s on completely different ends of the color-loving spectrum. Plus this blue, particularly, is so cheerful. Then by including that lovely warm-toned wooden extension off the tip of the island, brass pendants, and brass {hardware} it’s an irresistibly welcoming area. It feels each nicely designed however actually approachable. That was their aim for the entire home and so they obtain it.
Please be aware the combo of patterned counter stools and a stable leather-based cupboard bench. I believe I’m into it! Additionally, be aware that they’re all upholstered and have backs which is an EHD requirement for splendid consolation when sitting for some time. This kitchen was made for hanging out in:)
Now we’re cookin with some “dialog piece” gasoline. The primary issues that catch your eye are these classic chairs as a result of A. the form is wonderful and B. they’ve that enjoyable and sudden leopard print material. Then for me, my eyes go proper to these notched bookcases. GAH, I really like them and so they remind me of the CB x Lawson-Fenning bookcase that I’ve not been in a position to get out of my head. To complete it off, you see the trendy and graphic pedestal desk that helps make this home extra “cool eclectic” than “California cool”. Oh, and see that colourful railing to your left??
Yikes, I ADORE that railing shade alternative. It’s refined however so impactful! The railing equal to “I’m not an everyday mother, I’m a cool mother”. This may increasingly really feel like a design danger however what a straightforward method to usher in a refined shade that may make your house really feel so cozy and distinctive. An ideal compromise for a colourful second that doesn’t scream “shade”. Plus, once more you could have extra books and an attractive muted toned runner so as to add shade in a method that feels ornamental and never everlasting (so much less scary to the colour averse in case you are attempting to ease them into it).
Oh, and I really like a gallery wall and all of these completely different toned frames add a ton of dimension. Additionally discover that they carried the paneling all through the home however different the dimensions and orientation.
As you’re about to see they actually leaned into extremely patterned wallpaper that’s colourful however doesn’t really feel tremendous saturated. In case you can’t inform that’s how I believe they balanced their differing love of shade of their interiors. I don’t take a look at this very cute powder bathtub and assume that is an awesome shade. I believe the wallpaper (by EHD fav Rebecca Atwood) is the right quantity of shade that’s nonetheless calming, with a sample that’s playful however not too visually overstimulating. It’s additionally balanced by that lovely heat wooden self-importance base, a easy white marble counter, a contemporary sconce, and a pure woven roman shade and flooring basket.
Transferring onto the first bed room. I actually love this room. It captures the love of shade and sample but additionally seems like a really calming area due to the extra muted tones. The selection of the tall chair rail with the pink and purple wallpaper on the prime was an effective way so as to add in a enjoyable wallpaper however have it not take over the area. Think about if the partitions have been floor-to-ceiling wallpaper…not as calming proper? What I additionally love are these burlwood nightstand dressers! They add a lot heat and with their pure sample, steadiness out the wallpaper. Are you questioning why the roman shade sample and wallpaper sample work proper subsequent to one another? Totally different sample scales! The wallpaper is a bigger scale and the roman shades are medium. That’s the key to mixing patterns. Simply combine up the scales. Lastly, the mattress, bedding, and chandelier are unimaginable.
Their major lavatory is certainly on the extra impartial aspect however I believe that’s splendid for this type of area. They carried the paneling from the bed room which properly ties these two rooms collectively however then went ham on the white marble. I really like the big slabs of book-matched marble on the partitions and that extra-long bench! Then on the ground, you’ll be able to see they selected marble tiles. This can be a nice option to nonetheless have marble flooring however in a less expensive method since massive slabs are expensive. I additionally love that the bathe it completely enclosed. Each Emily and Brian are massive on a totally enclosed bathe versus the big open-air type that’s been tremendous well-liked. They like to remain heat and that different type can usher in plenty of chilly air. This one is a wedding of the 2! It’s massive and nearly seems to be like an open-air bathe however isn’t.
That is one in all their daughter’s bedrooms and that mattress is so fairly! I really like the distinction of delicate items (wallpaper, shade material, mattress, pillows) with the extra graphic ones (artwork, aspect tables, lamps, blankets). Good for a teen to develop into after which an excellent potential visitor room. The surfboard makes it even cooler.
One other dream teenage room! The colour palette is just like the remainder of the house however via material and sample selections feels a bit extra enjoyable and youthful. I love these pink and maroon pillows and that roman shade material is my favourite in that complete home. Please additionally be aware that the ceiling is painted black. I can’t get sufficient. Perhaps that is my favourite room?
Whereas not all of us want a podcast studio in our houses, plenty of us can relate to needing an workplace. This area seems to be like it might be a dream to work in. That in-built bookcase is unimaginable and I really like the two-toned wooden paired with these lovely sconces and funky brass knobs. I principally love the entire books and collectibles that basically make it private to them. Nonetheless, these superior chairs and travertine aspect desk don’t harm both:)
In order you’ll be able to clearly see this can be a dwelling that’s stuffed with love, household, comfortable however muted colours, and A LOT of nice patterns that each one make it the comfortable, welcoming, lived-in dwelling they have been hoping for. The view additionally helps:)
So do you could have a favourite room? Any tips about designing with a companion with a unique type? Let chat xx
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*Design by Kate Lester
**Styled by Amy Chin
***Images by Douglas Friedman
****through Architectural Digest
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