Wednesday, 15 June 2011

Pale Yet Colourful

Sometimes I think people are under the impression that I only create very bright and colourful rooms however, this isn't the case.  I thought I would post this room today as it is one I recently finished for a client who wanted a bit of colour but also wanted a more formal and sophisticated look.  I love the palette we selected for this room and the curtains with the orange banding turned out just as I had hoped.  We worked with all of the existing pieces of furniture and just added cushions, curtains, lamps and recovered the ottoman.  It's amazing how these few things have completely changed/improved the look of the room.  Now we just need to hunt for a beautiful painting for behind the sofa...
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56 comments:

  1. Nat @ dear little house15 June 2011 at 17:04

    I love the cushion assortment, matchy-matchy cushions are boring!

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  2. Shannon Fricke15 June 2011 at 17:32

    love those curtains Anna,
    Beautiful
    Sx

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  3. Will @ Bright.Bazaar15 June 2011 at 17:35

    Great job, Anna. I like how the orange banding is subtly echoed in the lampshade.

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  4. Beautiful House15 June 2011 at 18:41

    Oh Anna this room is so beautiful. I love it.

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  5. Renohacks15 June 2011 at 18:54

    It's perfection Anna. x

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  6. Gild and Grace15 June 2011 at 19:22

    This is divine Anna! Loving that ottoman and the colours you've used on the curtains. Abbey x

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  7. Unknown15 June 2011 at 19:37

    Congrats Anna, this rooms is stunning! I love the color palette chosen and the posh detail of orange in the frames of the curtains and the lamp. This is indeed an absolutely beautiful decor! XoXo

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  8. Shell Sherree15 June 2011 at 19:43

    Gorgeous, Anna. Gentle and elegant, with little touches of playfulness.

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  9. pve design15 June 2011 at 20:10

    Love to send you something for that wall. A goldfish swimming in a large bowl of aqua waters....
    Room looks gorgeous.
    pve

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  10. meenal bishnoi15 June 2011 at 20:33

    it's beautiful..not as bright as what one would call your signature look..but your touch is still unmistakable! have a lovely day, anna..do check out some fabulous finds on my blog when you have a moment..xx meenal

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  11. Unknown15 June 2011 at 20:49

    Wow...the drapes are great and I love the casual yet elegant vibe. Can't wait to see the art you find! -Ann

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  12. Kelly Green15 June 2011 at 20:53

    Those curtains are beautiful! KG x

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  13. jlonit15 June 2011 at 21:12

    Just beautiful. This reminds me of the work you were doing when I first discovered your website in 2007.

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  14. The enchanted home15 June 2011 at 21:47

    Wow you really nailed it! This is absolutely stunning, love the balance of light and colors, patterns and textures. Everything from the mix of fabrics on the pillows to the band of orange on the goregous drapes, teh lampshade its a WOW room!!
    Great job...love that settee too!
    Stop by doing a great giveaway for a gorgeous Kilim bench!!

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  15. Michelle McGown Humphrey15 June 2011 at 22:38

    Love it!

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  16. Holly15 June 2011 at 23:00

    Love this! I've been trying to incorporate a bright color into my living area as well, which is light and neutral. I love the pop of organge!

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  17. Luciane at HomeBunch.com15 June 2011 at 23:03

    O, La, La! Anna!

    I'm LOVING this room! I simply can't picture a boring room designed by you. I think you have a "colorful spirit" and its speaks through your work. Even having white walls, this room still feel really happy and that's all you.

    Love it.


    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  18. Lovely Home15 June 2011 at 23:16

    Anna,
    As usual I'm impressed with your projects!

    Yours sincerely (:

    Patrycja

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  19. I Dream Of15 June 2011 at 23:46

    This is gorgeous and definitely my kind of room. I love the orange framing the window treatments -- the colors look even more vibrant with the soft whites behind them!

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  20. Natasha @ Northern Light Design16 June 2011 at 00:32

    Anna, I think you are right; it's nice to see a more subdued design from you, equally as pretty, if you ask me!
    I posted a wonderful White House with pops of color, that I think you might be interested in looking at if you have time....

    Northern Light Blog

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  21. robyn16 June 2011 at 01:18

    Funny even though it's neutral I can see your aesthetic, it's something about your choice of prints that transcends color. I look at your blog weekly and I'm used to seeing lots of color, yet this is very soothing and beautiful as well.

    robyn

    boluxe.wordpress.com

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  22. Leah H. Grier16 June 2011 at 02:24

    I ADORE the curtains!

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  23. Fiona16 June 2011 at 03:15

    This is beautiful! I love neutral and am always hunting inspiration about good ways of injecting colour and character. This room has both, I love it!

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  24. Yer Cinnamon Girl16 June 2011 at 03:34

    No matter what you do I love it!

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  25. Amanda*16 June 2011 at 05:16

    LOVE the accents!

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  26. April Robinson16 June 2011 at 05:29

    Well, this room is still pretty colorful but you're right. You have it balanced with more muted shades like the sofa and that great rug. I like it - very restful.

    April Robinson
    Flooring Expert Lady

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  27. Dianne16 June 2011 at 07:48

    Oh Anna, how I wish I lived closer. I am an artist in N.C. USA
    I would love to paint something custom for that space if distance were no problem. :(
    You have many wonderful artist featured all the time, I know you will find the perfect painting. It thrills me that you appreciate art so much!

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  28. www.designfabulous.com16 June 2011 at 08:38

    THose curtains make the room. REALLY! Love them! You are so right sometimes the contrast of soft colors with bold accents makes a bigger statement than all bold colors. Always love your designs.

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  29. la la Lovely16 June 2011 at 11:03

    So gorgeous, Anna. As always, I love your work!
    xo Trina

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  30. Anne-Marie @ 10 Rooms16 June 2011 at 12:21

    The orange banding on those curtains is perfect - they bring such energy to this space. Would love to see it with the painting, as well!

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  31. inkala images16 June 2011 at 16:34

    this is, indeed, absolutely beautiful!

    Ingrid x

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  32. Stylelinx17 June 2011 at 00:02

    This is so calming, I love the colors (Or lack there of, as you said) And that adorable settee is a "gotta have" piece!

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  33. Marissa at Style Cusp17 June 2011 at 03:26

    The assortment of colors is beautiful! I especially love the pillows. It's a subtle splash of color, not too much but just enough!

    xx
    Marissa

    http://tastesandstyle.blogspot.com

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  34. Stephanie Sabbe17 June 2011 at 04:42

    love, love, love it!

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  35. Debra Turner17 June 2011 at 07:12

    I like the touches of color in this room. Overall, it has a calm and clean look. Peaceful in a word.

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  36. Sam17 June 2011 at 09:17

    This is the perfect little room for me... I need you to come recreate it! :) Love.

    http://samanthakayjewelry.blogspot.com/

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  37. marfunai17 June 2011 at 11:08

    Love your Blog!

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  38. Claudia Lane17 June 2011 at 12:04

    What a gorgeous palette you have created Anna, love it. It's sophisticated but still fun...magical!
    Claudia xo

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  39. white flower farmhouse17 June 2011 at 21:12

    My favorites: Muted colors.

    Love what you've done with the pillows and soft-touches to the room. Good luck finding a perfect wall-piece (I'm still looking for mine).

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  40. katiedid18 June 2011 at 02:57

    Just another one of your Absolutely Beautiful Interiors Anna! I just love what you do. Fresh, pretty and fun!

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  41. Rack and Sack18 June 2011 at 09:08

    Gorgeous use of color! http://rackandsack.blogspot.com

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  42. annie@mostlovelythings18 June 2011 at 10:35

    So beautiful! Love all the mismatched cushions, somehow they all look perfect together. And those lampshades....LOVE them!

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  43. Katie Elizabeth18 June 2011 at 10:54

    This is such a cool room. I never thought some of these colors would go together so well. Great design!


    xo katie elizabeth
    ohheyylife.blogspot.com

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  44. Cecilia18 June 2011 at 12:10

    Definitely a very soothing calm palette - and so pretty with the orange and pink pops of color. Those curtains are a defining feature! I loving seeing this aesthetic of your work!

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  45. Hannah18 June 2011 at 17:37

    Those curtains are gorgeous! And the pattern on those pillows make me want to go textile shopping.

    Thanks for sharing!
    xoxo Hannah
    Heaps of Dreams

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  46. Gracefully Vintage19 June 2011 at 07:48

    Perfectly Described..
    Love the sette under the mirror-and Love how the Beautiful Chandelier reflects in the mirror as if it is the artwork..
    Thanks for Sharing Inspiration with images..
    Karryann

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  47. Sarah20 June 2011 at 11:36

    Love the pillows, I just did something similar in my living room and LOVE it.

    -Sarah
    @DearSarah

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  48. Kate20 June 2011 at 14:33

    Love the colours, so beautiful! Thank for the inspiration ;)

    Kate
    http://fudgygoodness.blogspot.com/

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  49. Kate Lewis21 June 2011 at 04:36

    i love your grays/greens/blues with the splash of orange. and, i know just the perfect painting...late morning brunch :)

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  50. Acanthus and Acorn21 June 2011 at 06:07

    So pretty and fresh. Love all the pale aqua. Oh, and your new blog update is fantastic!

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  51. Gui Coelho Rezende21 June 2011 at 06:19

    I loved it! Your pictures inspire me!!!
    From Brazil,
    Guiomar

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  52. Once Upon a Tulip21 June 2011 at 06:53

    I love that chandelier! All very sophisticated with pops of color...

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  53. designchic21 June 2011 at 11:54

    How lovely...such a pretty room. Adore the color palette!

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  54. Julie @ Belle Maison 22 June 2011 at 02:56

    Fabulous post!! I'm loving the bright pops of color used in the living room of this home, beautiful:)

    Xoxo-Julie

    www.bellemaison23.com
    www.modernchichome.com

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  55. Bunny from Couleur Nature29 June 2011 at 09:10

    Love, love, love this couch and those pillows. Makes me want to curl up with a book. . .

    Bunny from Couleur Nature
    www.couleurnature.com/couleurblog

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  56. Amanda15 July 2011 at 07:27

    Amazing drapes! I mean, really!

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