Meet Michelle Williams Interiors..

If you don't know Interior designer Michelle Williams - I'd like to introduce you to her today. 

She's based out of Chicago & was a former celebrity publicist 'back in the day'....

Her style mixes modern pieces with traditional designs & I love how it says on her site that she can  move from Baroque to Herman Miller in a few short steps. Brilliant! She is bold & daring in her designs, taking color and mix & matching patterns to a whole new level. I also see a lot of one-of-a kind pieces in her interiors, which I really like! 

She uses a bunch of artwork as you'll see below, hopefully she & I (Cocoa & Hearts) will collaborate on a project soon! 

What do you think of Michelle's interiors?

 

Thanks so much Michelle for letting me feature your work!

-all images via Michelle Williams Interiors

Design: In Pink

Drew here again, sharing an exquisite pink dream design team that is Drake Design Associates.  I was smitten with pink as I admired each angle of this bedroom.

The PINK walls, the bed, the accents and lighting; pure BLISS.

Not to mention the astonishing walk in closet with a wall covered in shoes included in the mix! If you're not already a lover of this pink hue, you will be after you've scrolled through each of these beauties!

all images via Drake Design Associates

-Post by Drew Humphries

Book Review: Vintage Remix

Have you guys heard of Kishani Perera? 

If not, she's the author of a new (favorite) book called, Vintage REMIX. She's also a talented Interior Designer- one who worked with model, Molly Sims, whose home is featured on the cover of the book! Kishani is also the founder of the design company, Fuse ID & you'll see her work in magazines like In Style, People Magazine, Better Homes & Garden & more. 

This girl gets around...in a good way of course!  I love this book because it truly mixes modern & vintage, one things I really need to do more of in my own space, I know! But darn, it's not that easy. You really have to be talented (in my opinion) to get it to looks good & not forced. Know what I mean?!? 

Well, Kishani makes it look amazing....

The book also offers a BUNCH of advice on decorating on any budget, which is ideal for those looking to still have money left over. Each chapter is devoted to a single design element making it easier to follow.  

The 224 page book is published by one of my fave publishing houses, Abrams and can be picked up on here. 

This book is a must-have on every coffee table or bookshelf! You can buy your copy here

-images by jen ramos

Suzy Q's Glamorous Bohemian Home....

Hello everyone, how are you guys doing? It's totally feeling like Spring here in New York City, so excited for the lovely weather we're having this week! 

Today, I'm bringing all of you a unique home with a ton of style! Who lives here?! Suzy Q who blogs over at the Better Decorating Bible.


Her style is total glamorous Bohemian - don't you think?? This girl is NOT scared or shy about mixing prints & patterns & somehow STILL making it look good! I also love the touches of GOLD throughout her place, including on the gorgeous DIY greek key dresser & the food dog!

What kind of gold paint you're wondering?!? 


Well, she told me she used a spray paint by Krylon in Brilliant Gold which she bought at Walmart! Love it!! I think I need to buy that GOLD paint asap! Enjoy & thank you Suzy!

She also runs an online boutique with exclusive decorative pillows like the ones you see above! So pretty! 

-images via better decorating bible

Design: Room Dividers

Hello all! This is Brooke Jones from Modern Sophisticate talking about room dividers. Interior designers always have a few tricks up their sleeves for typical design dilemmas.  One of my favorite solutions for converting awkward areas into fabulous spaces is the use of a folding floor screen. 

Do you have unsightly pipes in a corner?

Put a screen in front of it.  Have an open concept space you need help defining? Use a screen as a room divider. Not only are screens the master of disguise, they are always a great way to add instant drama and visual interest.

Here are three screens paired with pieces for a home office...

an entryway vignette...

and a Master Bedroom...

How would you use a screen in your home?

Golden Glamour

1. Arteriors Gilded Wood Open-Work Screen

2. Bungalow 5 Jacqui Console/Desk

3. Pieces Hide Slipper Chairs

Clean & Classic

1. Victoria Hagan Carroll Folding Screen

2. High Street Market 1950's Italian Wheat Sheaf Side Table 

3. MG+BW Major Chair Satin Brass

Royal Tradition

1. Windsor Smith Anna Sophia Screen

2. Furbish Brass Urchin

3. Circa Lighting Thornton Table Lamp

4. 1st Dibs Dorothy Draper Chest

-Post by brooke herdman

Design: Bone Inlay Furniture

Brooke from the Modern Sophisticate here again for your interior design fix. When building a room I usually suggest to keep the larger pieces in your home simple and basic so they'll stand the test of time and you won't tire of them too quickly. 


Where you bring in your funk & pizazz is through your accent pieces and accessories!  Lately, my eye has been drawn to BONE INLAY FURNITURE as just the right amount of simplicity and pizazz for contemporary rooms.

via Alice Lane Blog

via graham and green

Below with even more pizazz!
 

Bone inlay is a little bit tribal and a little bit polished. It's a little earthy and a whole lotta chic. Check out the pieces I've been dreaming over:

Did you notice the herringbone on that cocktail table?  I. Die.

1. Ironies Starburst Mirror

2. Ironies Armmoire

3. Ironies Klismos Chair

4. 1st Dibs Cocktail Table

-post by brooke jones

Design: Abstract Art

Hello lovelies!! It's Brooke from The Modern Sophisticate to share with you my love of abstract art. 

There is not another single item you can add to your home that screams "I have taste" more than a gorgeous piece of abstract.  They fit in traditional settings just as well as they do in uber modern spaces (which can be a God-send sometimes).  

Lately, I've even started to see a lot of abstract-inspired fashion, as well!

1. Room by Nicole Cohen

2. Abstract by Nicole Cohen, Dress by Lela Rose

3.  Room by Jan Showers

4. Dress by Alice+Olivia, Abstract by Richard Aldrich

Do you like the look but not sure how to style abstracts for your own space?

Here are a few tips:

1. 'Camellia' Original Painting by Jen Ramos 

2.  Field Bench with Back by Dering Hall

3. 6 Light Chandelier by Currey&Company

4. Side Table from One Kings Lane

5. Polyedres by Hubert le Gall via 1st Dibs

6. Suzy Gold Leaf & White Marble Side Table by Worlds Away

7. Estelle Display Lamp from Circa Lighting

8. Colors 97 Original Painting by Jen Ramos

-post by brooke

Sally Wheat Interiors

I'm a FAN of Sally Wheat. Her Interior design has always attracted me & her style is sooo inspiring! She recently featured one of my old 'Butterfly' fabric prints in a little girl's room! I was like, "no way, so cool!" - I was excited.

Sally Wheat is one of Houston's freshest new designers and I'm sure you'll be seeing more & more of her work around the net! You can take a peek at her portfolio here.  

-images via sally wheat