Wednesday 17 February 2010

Rita's Sofa Update





Sofa Before


It really is amazing what some new fabric on a sofa or chair can do to a room. Look at Rita Konig's sofa update above. I think the fabric she chose is perfect. Doesn't it make a difference?! I often encourage clients to recover existing pieces. It's one of the most effective ways of updating a room along with adding some beautiful new cushions and maybe a few accessories as well.

Rita Konig now writes a blog for the New York Times. She is the daughter of Nina Campbell fabric designer. Images by Rita Konig.
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26 comments:

  1. laura may17 February 2010 at 10:40

    Lovely job! It changes the whole look of the room.

    lm.x

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  2. Ange17 February 2010 at 10:50

    I love the frame of this sofa and what a transformation. I am half way through an upholstery project myself and feeling a little over it (this Queensland humidity doesn't help) but this post has given me the oompf I needed to get it finished, so thanks!

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  3. ashlina {the decorista}17 February 2010 at 10:52

    oh wow. that sofa is ridiculously cool!
    love it.

    xo
    ashlina
    secretsofdomesticbliss.blogspot.com

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  4. Janell @ House of Fifty17 February 2010 at 11:40

    I think this is one of the most beautiful sofas I have ever laid eyes on...truly. Janell

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  5. RP17 February 2010 at 11:48

    Lovely, I also adore the photo wall.

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  6. CDS17 February 2010 at 11:57

    ooooo! love those. I really like that lamp behind the first couch.

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  7. Little Shop17 February 2010 at 13:17

    Argh! Perfect. I love it when people nail it. I feel so proud for them, like watchin' the Olympics. Rita just won a gold in reupholstery.

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  8. La Dolfina17 February 2010 at 13:22

    Great transformation!

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  9. Tracy Watier17 February 2010 at 13:26

    Oh my. I love the wall behind it as much as the sofa itself. What a perfect makeover.

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  10. Anna White17 February 2010 at 14:16

    Anna...what a makeover...love it!

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  11. Karena17 February 2010 at 15:14

    Anna, this is an amazing change. Perfect jog, well done!

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  12. MB17 February 2010 at 18:26

    That is amazing! I really like the sofa and I particularly love the little lamp on the table behind the sofa. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  13. Jules17 February 2010 at 21:33

    Makes a huge difference!

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  14. One of my Hobby Blogs17 February 2010 at 22:49

    yes that fabric is gorgeous - wish I had it on my sofa!

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  15. Talia18 February 2010 at 00:01

    Oh, my! The sofa is lovely! Nice job!

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  16. mandyface18 February 2010 at 05:53

    oooh I like this room a lot!!

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  17. Amanda18 February 2010 at 06:18

    fantastic before and after. She really breathed some life back into that fading piece of beauty!

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  18. Jen of MadeByGirl18 February 2010 at 09:33

    HUGE difference...the table looks great too! :) I like that tray..

    Jen Ramos
    www.madebygirl.com
    madebygirl.blogspot.com

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  19. La Petite Gallery18 February 2010 at 10:03

    What a transformation, like night and day. Looks so much more
    elegant. Nice job..

    yvonne

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  20. Anonymous18 February 2010 at 11:51

    amazing transformation. loving the coffee table too and tray.

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  21. the organic kitchen18 February 2010 at 12:28

    I want that sofa! Beautiful!

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  22. HOUND HILL DESIGN19 February 2010 at 04:57

    Now those photos should convince any client who is in doubt about updating an interior!! The "new" sofa is fabulous looking - what an incredible difference... thanks for the post Anna.
    Nancy

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  23. samia23 February 2010 at 05:22

    I absolutely love the abric of the sofa.. infact its the first thing i noticed when i saw the pic!! beautiful

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  24. Unknown25 February 2010 at 04:43

    Amazing Update!
    By fitting furniture slipcovers over our worn or outdated upholstery we can give our old sofas and chairs a stylish new looks in minutes. Furniture covers are made from a variety of durable fabrics, many of which are fully mechanical washable as per our convenience. We are all aware that the sofas are an integral part of everyone at home. The Sofa is where we can relax on television to see the place and sit down to entertain guests. There is a large absolute amount of different types of sofas to choose from these days.
    Sofa

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  25. Robyn4 March 2010 at 13:24

    Do you know where I can find the throw pillows?? I've been looking for some in those exact colors. Beautiful.

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  26. Unknown26 April 2010 at 15:59

    A sofa that combines a leather and fabric upholstery design will be liked by the present day home decorators. Customizing the sofa gives the option of choosing the sofa fabric.

    Nice to share.........

    Sofas

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