I was just revisiting a post from a few months ago about creating a lovely layered space using neutral hues and it brought to mind this peaceful master bedroom I completed a while back here in Singapore! We aimed to create a tranquil but inviting space, using loads of whites and creams with just a few accents of warm colors where needed. Many different textures and finishes also work together to liven up the room and create visual interest. See, beige does not have to be boring! 

And I am very excited to say that this lovely client has moved into a bigger home and we are working together again :) 

A special thank you to the very talented Claire of Fellow Fellow for the gorgeous photography!

Haute Holiday: David Stark for West Elm

I was so excited to come across this winter collection from West Elm. David Stark, the celebrated event planner, has teamed up with the mod retailer to offer a beautiful, affordable and eco-friendly collection of holiday decoration and entertaining pieces. I especially love how versatile the collection is - while very festive, you can use many of the pieces all year round. The silver, white, and soft gray color scheme is a such a refreshing alternative to fussy, more traditional decorations and would be perfect for those celebrating the holidays in a warmer climate too! 

David Stark has also just come out with a new book full of great entertaining ideas! Available through West Elm as well. Enjoy! 

www.davidstarkdesign.com

www.westelm.com/gift/trends/david-stark-collaboration 

Warm Whites

Now, as a lover of all things color, I usually shy away from rooms dominated by white. Its often cold and modern and to be honest, just impractical. However, we are in a rented condo in Singapore – one which is very stark and white and I realize there is a lot to like. Color and textures are beautifully highlighted when in a sea of white. Its easy to breath in the space and While I might not be totally sold I do see the merits of all-white when it can be cozy, personal and even welcoming. I love the rooms below for use that – their use of white in a warm and comfortable way! 

A master bedroom in white by Lindsay Bond. Bond updated this 1950's cottage with a white backdrop and eclectic furniture pieces. The living room above is from the same home.

Another view of Bond's master bedroom.... beautiful use of the antiqued mirror too! 

White rustic bedroom by designer Myra Hoefer. I love how the small antique rug adds so much life with so little effort. 

The all white kitchen of cookbook editor and Editor-in-Chief of Food & Wine, Carole Lalli, featured in House Beautiful in February 2009. You can't beat a crisp white kitchen and this one has warmth and personality with handmade subway tiles and neural toned floors!