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If you are anything like me you want timeless, simple design that doesn't change with the wind, but I am still guilty of trolling Pinterest for a little bit of In the Moment Bling. A little goes a long ways and these trends are here to stay!
From Pantone, to Ben Moore, Sherwin Williams and the likes, the cue is rich and saturated, curated and mellow.
Benjamin Moore's 2018 Color of the Year~ Caliente AF 290
We all know what color does for the the brain, so if you are someone who craves stimulation, the new collection of sultry colors are sure to get your engines going.
Sherwin Williams Color of the Year Oceanside SW 6496
PPG Color of the Year~ Black Flame- 1043-7
If you are a little tentative about using these new bold colors, windows and doors trimmed out in black or graphite gray can add a graphic punch to white walls and easily matches an decor.
According to Elle Decor, Pinterest pins of patterned plants were up 533% this year!
In the chilly northeast, truer words could not be spoken. Open the curtains, widen the windows and let in the light and views of nature at every turn.
Let the view pour in
As with color, a room with a view, especially of nature, has immeasurable benefits on your health.
No view? Even artwork depicting nature or photographs of landscapes scrolling across your television can elevate your mood.
Samsung's new TV/picture frame
Patterned plants have come into fashion as well as any variety of healthy houseplants. Aloe Vera, ferns and Bamboo help to cleanse the air and are especially great in bedrooms. Bump up the plants after freshly painting walls or installing new carpet to help absorb toxins.
Bringing in nature, one healthy breath at a time!
Remember the days of searching for the new faucet that had both brass and chrome in it so you might be able to marry that old brass tub faucet with the chrome shower? Well, you were ahead of your time, sort of.
Mixing metals has been around for awhile and it looks like it's here to stay. Gone are the days of matching all your finishes. What good is a rule if it can't be broken, or at least bent especially with stunning results. Matching can sometimes looks like you tried to hard, so think about curating a collection of materials over time. This goes for furniture, fabrics and even kitchen and bath. If this is a new idea to you, start slowly with just a few items and perhaps keep the sheen similar, like antiqued brass with brushed nickel.
We are using this fabulous pendant from Troy in a home and it will be our jumping off point for a number of different metals.
Troy Lighting Cubist
Brizo Litze
We are also using this wonderful textural faucet from Brizo in a kitchen that will also feature polished brass and brushed nickel. We'll mix that up with some concrete and Dekton for an elegant but industrial look. More on that later....
By now you know that Quartz is much more common place and because of its ever expanding color palette and ease of use, it's here to stay.
We have been loving Dekton by Cosentino and see it as a major player both indoors and out for us in 2018.
According to the manufacturer, Dekton is made with a sophisticated blend of materials that are used to produce the highest quality glass, porcelain and quartz surfaces. The difference lies in the advanced manufacturing process, called 'sinterization' that presses the materials into an ultra-compact product like no other. It also has a thinner, more European, profile than regular quartz at 3/4" verses the standard 1 1/4"
We are so excited to be using Dekton's new Orix (hot of the press from Spain) in a kitchen this spring along with it's warm and inviting partner Borea on the outdoor kitchen.
Dekton's new Orix
The combo is going to be a knock out.
Dekton's warm and rich Borea
We find that concrete is holding strong and branching out with new styles and colors. In the same kitchen that is draped with Orix on the perimeter cabinets, we will spread out with JM Lifestyles Woodform Concrete embedded with brass bow ties on the island.
Wood form concrete from JM Lifestyles
We have loved using this product in islands for years. It is warm and inviting and sure to stir conversation. One of our favorite installs included a bespoke art piece representing the family settled right into the countertop. Every brush past reminds the family of their bond.
We will find that 2018 will be filled with patterns to mimic water and the natural flow. Touch Me matte finishes and fabrics that invite you to wrap up and slow down.
Trends will come and go and we invite you to stay true to yourself, but remember to push the envelope a little and surprise others, and most of all, yourself.
In good design,
Renee
Renee possesses a rare combination of artistic creativity and intuitive design. Her warmth and compassion extended beyond working with us to understanding the style and feel of our home and how we live in it. We felt fortunate to work with and get to know Renee and absolutely love the updates she made to our home- from windows and walls to artwork and furniture!
Renee is an absolutely wonderful designer. Very talented and easy to work with! She will transform your room or outdoor space into exactly what you want, only better!
Talented, creative, dedicated, great communicator. Renee is such a special person.
We have worked with Renee Carman at this company for almost 2 years. Renee is professional, personable, and a pleasure to know. She is very helpful and will go the extra mile to please her clients. Renee has excellent expertise and knowledge of interior design. We have a beautiful home and highly recommend her.
Renee possesses a rare combination of artistic creativity and intuitive design. Her warmth and compassion extended beyond working with us to understanding the style and feel of our home and how we live in it. We felt fortunate to work with and get to know Renee and absolutely love the updates she made to our home- from windows and walls to artwork and furniture!
Renee was a pleasure to work with and has great vision. We were doing a total rehab of a recently purchased property and she was able to look at a gutted out '50s cottage and turn it into a beautiful mid-century modern home. She understood our budget and timeline and was good about narrowing all our options down to just a few choices. This expedited the process, made it less difficult and more enjoyable. Once the rehab is done, we look forward to working with her again and finish the rest of the rooms.
Renee at Mandeville Canyon Interior Design was simply wonderful to work with. She was able to understand what we were looking for in terms of color, function and design from the moment we first spoke. She's easy to work with, goes above and beyond and delivers an outstanding design.
I highly recommend Renee and Mandeville Canyon Interior Design. I don't think I will attempt to decorate another room in my house without the help of Renee!
Love working with Renee and Mandeville Canyon Interior Design ! I had the opportunity to collaborate on a large scale design project recently and the results were fantastic! Creative, resourceful and one of kind design ideas made this design opportunity with Renee "one of a kind" Have a large or small project? You won't be disappointed!!
Renee not only has an amazingly creative eye, she also directed a massive renovation for us this past year that included the challenges of operating during the pandemic. She put together a team that had an incredible work ethic and brought the project in on-time and on-budget. She's a great listener. When we threw ideas at her, she was never dismissive; quite the contrary, she made them better. Her patience, attention to detail combined with her whacky sense of humor meant we were all able to smile while producing a home that we love. A great talent and a great lady.
Rene is amazing! Great customer care and wonderful attention to detail.
