Designing for a Lady

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Being a human is great but being a lady is the ultimate!  And Audrey Hepburn was the ultimate lady.  I love that she states that the color pink is a belief and a truth!  I, too, believe in kissing and often wish more would adopt the custom to kiss upon greeting!  I wholeheartedly believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls.  I’m happiest when I am with the people I love and when I’m surrounded by the things that speak to my soul.  Whether that’s the art that tells my story or the mountains that feed my lungs, my surroundings affect the way I feel.

Recently we were asked to design our dear Mrs. Robinson’s daughter’s room.  She is the spitting image of her mama and is a true lady.  This young and fashion forward lil’ dancer gave me so much inspiration to work with.  She already owns a beautiful French bed and dresser so all I needed to do was cake decorate the rest.  Below are all the ingredients it took to make this empty space feel complete and fit for a lady!

Designing for a lady is my absolute favorite because you can be as feminine and ridiculous as you want!  You can use blush and lilac without apprehension and then frost the whole thing in sparkles!  Thank you, thank you Mrs. Robinson for letting me loose on this space.  I’m in love with every sugar-coated corner!

Suzanne

Show n' Tell - Pretty in Pink

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Nestled in the hills of Alpine, Utah sits a home with a family of all girls. With its beautiful views, it’s the perfect retreat for this busy bunch. After meeting with the family I found that one daughter in particular was very passionate about pink, and she was adamant that her room be pink. This was a great jumping off point for her bedroom, and from here, I was able to pick the perfect inspiration piece and color pallet. I started with a pretty floral watercolor. The colors and the feel of the piece were just the inspiration that this room needed. Deciding to go pink-on-pink, I had the walls painted a lovely shade of Monticello Rose from Benjamin Moore.  When painting ceilings, instead of using a stark white, I use a very pale shade (almost white) of the wall color. I will have the walls painted the third or fourth color on a paint strip, and the ceiling painted the lightest color on the top of that strip.

Once I had my inspiration and color pallet, the rest of the pieces have come together easily – fresh but very girly to fit this spunky teen’s personality.

 

After the walls were painted, I walked through the home with the girls to get their approval on their rooms. When this particular daughter saw that her perfect pink dream had come to life, she was beaming with excitement and delight! I have to say, I was equally as delighted that she loved it! I can't wait to see her face when she see's her completed room!

- Natalie

What We Love About June

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With June comes summer, and we couldn't be more thrilled! While there is so much to love about it, these are are five favorite things about June:

1. Patio dinners are the perfect gathering for friends and family. And what better place to start your weekend than with brunch on the patio?

2. It's time for a summer filled with fun in the sun. The pool is finally open and we're ready to get our tan on!

3. Nothing is better than freshly laundered linen sheets that have been line dried in the warm summer sun.

4. June is the month of love. Well, weddings that is. We love getting all dressed up to celebrate the love a of friend or family member.

5. Mmmm... a fruity lemonade is the perfect addition to any barbecue.

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Show n' Tell - Poolside Retreat

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Summer is here and I couldn't be more thrilled! This past weekend the sun was officially out and people were camping, barbecuing, and basking by the pool. It dawned on me that I have three solid months to make the most of this, and I'm not going to waste a second.

Being a lover of the outdoors, I opten find myself dreaming of what my ideal poolside would look like, and being a designer, I was actually able to create it... (on paper at least). A favorite client of mine recently purchased a contemporary home, and one of the best features is the infinity pool overlooking our beloved Utah Valley! It is dreamy and perfect for entertaining. The only problem is there is nowhere to sit, eat, or be merry. With such an ideal backdrop I got to work and started to dream of how I'd use the space. poolside chaises were a must for the day and a breezy lounge was where I'd for sure spend my nights. Below are a few of the players that make up this summer oasis in my head! (I hope when it's done I get to come to the party!)

- Suzanne

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We're Obsessed with Hair-on-Hide

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We love a good variety of texture in a room - smooth metals, chunky linens, and don't forget one of our favorites - hair on hide. Whether you do it big with a stenciled zebra cowhide or keep it simple with a more subtle throw pillow, this texture is always a great one to throw in the mix!

01. Ottoman - $1,112.50   //   02. Pillow - $225   //   03. Chair - $1,875   //   04. Chevron rug 8' x 10' -$4,266   //  05.  Stenciled zebra hide - $812.50

Family Theater -- Finished at Last!

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You may remember the young couple that came to us a while back with the request to design their theater room. Well - it is finally done! This amazing, loving, and warm couple was an absolute joy to work with! Their main goal was to inspire evenings at home filled with family and friends--playing games, watching movies, and simply enjoying one another. When we first entered the space, they had already painted and requested we stick with the paint color but everything else could go!

Our young family loved the idea of creating a warm and cozy environment with a modern turn. We knew this push-pull dynamic between the cozy and modern aesthetic was destined to create an interesting and tranquil design. We played with a variety of metals, textures, fabrics, and finishes to draft the ultimate style setting theater.

Just off the theater is a special spot where the kids can play their favorite games, enjoy reading a story, or color a pretty picture all while mom is sitting at her desk getting a little work done. Since this room sits right off the theater, we wanted to create a harmonious flow between the two spaces. We did this with the use of color. However, our large, organic patterns add a fresh and youthful impression to the play room.

I have to say the most rewarding part of my job is getting to know our clients. By the end of every project, it feels as if we were family! This project was no different. A few nights after we installed this beautiful theater, I received a text from my client saying, "We just watched our first movie--just me and my girls--and it was perfect!" Thank you to my client for letting us into your lovely home and into your beautiful life. Now start popping the popcorn!

- Christy

 

Inspiration in Unusual Places

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As the school year comes to a close and the weather is warming up, it's a sure sign that summer is on it's way! Fun in the sun and play dates galore, what a time to be a kid! We love all of the bright colors and fun stripes that are showing up just in time for a new summer look for the kiddos. Black and white stripes are a must! A classic. Go bold and use it as a wall treatment in your bathroom.

Need a punch of color in your neutral space? Put up some artwork that you love. This will help brighten up any space and make it feel fresh and summery.

Cobalt or navy with black and white stripes. A striking combo! And stay tuned... we have a navy sofa on its way to the store now!!!

While you are shopping for the little ones this summer keep this in mind. It could be your inspiration for your next room makeover.

What's In Store - Aspen Chair

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29"W x 26.5"D x 30.5"H$1,800 each

The Aspen chairs are the newest addition to the Alice Lane showroom - rugged and manly but still sleek and modern with clean lines and a metal frame. We can't help our obsession with these details! When placed in a room, don't hide the backs of these chairs, the detail is too great! They would be perfect as the guest chairs in an office or floating in a living room.

Stop by and see them for yourself. They're even better in person!