Tuesday 16 March 2010

Working On




The lounge room started with these 2 vintage chairs which we had for sale in the shop. The clients loved them so much that we worked the entire room scheme around them.



I placed the art pieces on the floor first {as below} and then we had them hung on the wall once everything was in place.




Here are a few snippets of a lovely house I am working on at the moment. We hung the art work cluster wall this morning in the lounge room. The sofa is yet to arrive so once we have that in place I'll post some more photos. The clients just moved into the house at Christmas. Since then we've had it painted all-white inside and out. It is the most gorgeous cottage and looks wonderful with all the white paint. We are using lots of fabulous colour in the furniture and accessory pieces. More photos in a week or so, I promise!!

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46 comments:

  1. Gwen Driscoll16 March 2010 at 12:39

    Anna,

    Just beautiful work. I love it. I put art on the floor and then hang as well. Don't know any other way to do it. Your work is really inspiring. Thanks for sharing.

    Gwen

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  2. Ange16 March 2010 at 12:54

    Looks gorgeous so far. Looking forward to more photos!
    Angex

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  3. Mulberry Inspirations16 March 2010 at 12:56

    I love the artwork cluster! You would never guess that such different pieces would look so great all grouped together. Beautiful.

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  4. Kerri - Driftwood Interiors16 March 2010 at 13:01

    Looks amazing Anna, can't wait to see what else you have in store. Gotta love these Queensland cottages - so much character!
    Kerri x

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  5. Unknown16 March 2010 at 13:43

    What a great little nook, and the gallery wall is spectacular!

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  6. Natasha @ Northern Light Design16 March 2010 at 14:38

    LOVE those lounge chairs as well, who is the fabric by?

    You are the best at hanging art work in a cluster!

    Northen Light.

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  7. Karena16 March 2010 at 14:39

    Anna, fabulous! I love the fabrics on your dining, and blue & white chairs, The green pillows are perfect!!

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  8. GLENDA CHILDERS16 March 2010 at 14:47

    The lounge chairs are beautiful. Blue and green together makes me happy.

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  9. ashlina {the decorista}16 March 2010 at 15:56

    absolutely awesome gallery gathering....
    such talent!

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  10. Anonymous16 March 2010 at 16:37

    Wow, I just love the fabric on those vintage chairs. Simply Amazing and Inspiring!

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  11. laura may16 March 2010 at 18:08

    Lucky you to be working there! You are so lucky to do something alot of women dream about/try to do with their own homes. I adore those chairs by the way. Another lovely post.

    lm.x

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  12. Anonymous16 March 2010 at 19:17

    I love those chairs too, Anna, what a great piece to start with! I am always envious of such beautiful art walls, I can never get mine to look quite right at home..
    :)

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  13. Knicky Knacks16 March 2010 at 20:24

    How beautiful and just love the positioning of the photo frames. Can't wait to see more photos. Thanks for sharing.

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  14. jules @ The Diversion Project16 March 2010 at 21:05

    Those chairs are fabulous - beautifully done.

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  15. the NEO-traditionalist16 March 2010 at 23:53

    Love all the prints you've chosen and the butterflies are particularly fabulous. Every time I see one of your projects I want to pick up and move to Australia, buy a cottage and paint it bright white (with pink accents!). Love! XO Katie

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  16. Moments and Treasures17 March 2010 at 00:45

    Blue and white are timeless together, arent they? The combination of those chairs on that rug is just lovely. Well done, you are so talented.

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  17. Dianne17 March 2010 at 01:48

    Your rooms are always beautiful and happy! They just make me feel good. Thank you!

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  18. Christine Schwalm Design17 March 2010 at 02:11

    Love the fabric on the dining chair slipseats.

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  19. a lovely being17 March 2010 at 05:06

    The two vintage chairs and the wall of art look fantastic. Is that framed vintage butterfly taxidermy in the mix? Can't wait to see more photos!
    XO fallon

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  20. The House That A-M Built17 March 2010 at 06:58

    Oh Anna, I LOVE those chairs..... not good for one's health, working amongst such beautiful fabrics.. your heart rate would never slow to an acceptable rate. A-M xx

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  21. Paddy17 March 2010 at 09:24

    Hi Anna

    Your touch, as always, inspires me. I'm thinking of whiting out my many-coloured post-war home, highly distressed two-inch-wide hardwood floorboards and all to lighten up my world. Is it asking you to give away professional secrets if I ask what type of white paint you use on the walls? And what are your recommendations on painted or stained white floorboards? Are they a pain or a boon to live with in your experience?

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  22. Elizabeth17 March 2010 at 10:13

    I love the art work cluster! And especially the "love" poster! Beautiful.

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  23. CDS17 March 2010 at 12:16

    i am all about the clustered wall hangings! love it!

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  24. Jen of MadeByGirl17 March 2010 at 15:48

    Looks great Anna! Was nice to see one of my prints in the mix. :)
    Jen Ramos
    madebygirl.blogspot.com --

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  25. mondocherry17 March 2010 at 19:49

    Those chairs are just gorgeous - it is hard to go wrong with blue and white. We were very excited to spot our yellow vintage butterfly artwork as part of the striking art wall! Looking forward to seeing more photos of this light, bright cottage.
    Clare

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  26. iheartart17 March 2010 at 20:01

    GOOD LORD!
    Those chairs are F A B U L O U S. I really need a trip to Brissy.
    Love Katie

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  27. Kathysue18 March 2010 at 00:06

    Anna, you do color like no other. Love the chairs and the wall grouping is the finishing touch, you are such a talent!! kathysue

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  28. Lee Nicholson18 March 2010 at 01:54

    LOVE those chairs! I can see why they fell in love.

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  29. carla rothberg18 March 2010 at 04:02

    love the blue and green together - gorgeous!

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  30. Lila18 March 2010 at 07:40

    I now know that it's wise to arrange pictures on the floor, not while hanging!
    Lila Ferraro
    Queen Bedroom Sets

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  31. Christina Song18 March 2010 at 07:55

    anna, your work is very inspiring and beautiful! i definitely love and adore the wall hangings. it's fun to see so many different sizes and pieces put together like that.

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  32. Andrea18 March 2010 at 08:18

    Hi, great blog! So, I have also been working on a wall gallery. My design challenge is I have 22' high ceilings. I was thinking about putting larger pieces like 24"x 36". Would u use larger pieces? It seems that anything smaller wont be as visually appealing. What do you suggest?

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  33. KIND BY NATURE18 March 2010 at 08:29

    I really like the art work cluster...it's really inspiring and looks so cool

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  34. Renae Moore18 March 2010 at 11:44

    I love doing gallery walls...yours is fab. I too, start on the floor!
    Blessings...

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  35. joo18 March 2010 at 13:37

    wow! I WOULD LOVE TO HAVE A WALL LIKE THIS!! kisses from brasil!

    www.viegraphique.com

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  36. Martha18 March 2010 at 18:42

    I love the art -- I always like a wall like that (although there are none at Linderhof -- no wall space!) I like the different elements in your display.

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  37. Cathy Pieroz18 March 2010 at 21:17

    The pieces work beautifully together! So relaxed, it would look lovely in that fishing cottage at Amtity. Cathy Pieroz Ray White Real Estate (formerly Harcourts)

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  38. carlee {deliciously organized}19 March 2010 at 02:24

    Beautiful chairs...and I LOVE your gallery wall.

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  39. Lucky Punk19 March 2010 at 03:09

    Really beautiful... and thanks for the tip about putting art on the floor first! It's so simple, I should have thought of it long ago, but I didn't.

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  40. Couture Carrie19 March 2010 at 09:16

    Gorgeous, darling!
    Love the chairs!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  41. reub-envision19 March 2010 at 12:41

    the wall looks super fab
    I love all white walls & especially in a cottage!

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  42. LauraDrawer20 March 2010 at 01:21

    Stunning, i love it! You have inspired me...!

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  43. Erin25 March 2010 at 12:19

    I love the artwork Anna. Any insight in to where I could possibly find that black and white "love" piece?

    Thanks,
    Erin

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  44. Mlle Anne26 March 2010 at 05:01

    I'm dying to know, where did you find that fabulous blue and white fabric on the chairs??

    With bated breath,

    Anne

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  45. Jennifer Findlay @ Coffee and Couch4 April 2010 at 09:51

    You have just given me a great idea for a wall in my living room that has been a source of frustration. Thank you.

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  46. Unknown14 April 2010 at 12:29

    I am very taken by the "LOVE" print. Where might I be able to find it to purchase? Any help would be very much appreciated!!! ~~~ thank you, Lauren

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