Tuesday, March 2, 2010

I'm loving..

Rich neutral spaces that layer texture, color, antique rugs and an array of interesting objects and furniture pieces. Designer Kara Mann's work exhibits this style beautifully. Antique rugs are a beautiful impetus for a design concept. This Lake Forest showroom room above is just about perfect, now I've got to find out where she found or commissioned that amazing ceiling fixture from! {update Lyndsey from Kara Mann's office emailed me today - the gorgeous chandelier is called the Lumiere by Jean de Merry - Kara Mann carries the line in her showroom if you have the itch and the funds to buy something dramatic.}

I would love to design a room using the color palette found in this antique rug

I love the mix of furniture in this space. It's earthy but chic. The antique rug adds the depth this room needed! image: Kara Mann

15 comments:

ashlina {the decorista} said...

love that headboard. kara mann is fantastic at what she does....great post girlie!

LindsB said...

what beautiful rugs- I love the one in the bedroom

Erica Cook said...

I'm loving too!
How are Emerson and Mommy today? xo

Julie Richard - Shelter said...

Emerson and Mom are better today..Thank you!
I love that rug too Lindsey B.!!

Unknown said...

i loved everything about this post! kara mann is such an inspiration and the rugs you found are gorgeous!!!

Susie @ Maddie G Designs said...

Love it. That chandelier is so cool!

Dayka Robinson said...

beautiful images.

MFAMB said...

i have been scouring ebay lately for a runner for my bathroom. love them!!

That Girl in Pearls said...

Thank you!! I am a firm believer that neutrals can be exciting and make a statement. And this is proof :) Loving the living room and huge windows!

*Chic Provence* said...

I LOVE this bedroom..just love it! you are right, the rug anchors it..so appealing!

Thanks

Kit

Porchlight Interiors said...

Gorgeous rooms...the rugs are amazing! Tracey xx

Developing Designs said...

Just happily stumbled upon your blog, what a treat! :) Love every antique rug displayed, especially the one in the bedroom, it adds just the right amount of warmth and depth to the space.

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The Goods Design said...

Love Kara Mann and LOVE this post!

Naomi@DesignManifest said...

oh my that headboard is amazing!

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