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Historic Hingham Home: Family Room Update
Sep 14 2016 ·2Today I am excited to share with you a recent project I completed for a wonderful family. The home is an Antique Colonial, in the heart of historic downtown Hingham. The home was extensively renovated in 2004 so all of the amenities and framework for a functional family space were in place. However my client wanted the interior design of the home to be more polished, cohesive, and functional for their young and active family. I actually was referred to this client by Winston Flowers in downtown Hingham and it turned out to be a great match!
Behind the Design: Emily & Nick’s Romantic Newport Wedding
Oct 07 2015 ·0Friends and longtime readers know that my daughter Emily got married this Spring. It’s been a whirlwind before and since then but I am finally ready to share some of the beautiful details of that incredible day.
When my daughter Emily was born I started planning her wedding ~in my heart. Never a word was uttered, but I had a folder (the paper kind, not computer) of ideas for her big day. I was going to give her everything she could ever want…
South Shore Media Room: A Cinderella Story
Apr 08 2015 ·0Yes, this is a before and after story where a family lives happily ever after in a dream room…
It is always exciting to commence a new project for me. During the first consultation I have a custom questionnaire that I try to follow so I know about the needs as well as the wants of the client. This simple interview includes questions such as how many are living in your home and do they have any special living requirements? Do you like pattern? Do you like stripes? What is your favorite color and is there a color you just can’t tolerate? Do you have pets? Do you entertain often? As I was going through the questionnaire with the client for this project, I discovered that she has very definite likes and dislikes she when it comes to her home.
BlogTour Vegas: The Wonderful World of Walker Zanger
Feb 18 2015 ·0With a proud tradition rooted in the ancient quarries of Europe and spanning to the present day Central Mexican Highlands where craftsmen finish terra cotta tile by hand, Walker Zanger is one of the world’s most respected luxury stone and tile companies. Inspired by architecture, art, fashion and nature, Walker Zanger offers their clients prized marble and stone from quarries throughout the world, each individually selected and evaluated by their experienced stone masters.
BlogTour Vegas: Poggenpohl & the Art of Performance
Jan 30 2015 ·0Today I’d like to talk about Poggenpohl, one of our BlogTour Vegas sponsors. Poggenpohl was founded in 1892 in Germany and for more than 120 years, Poggenpohl “has continued to ‘improve the kitchen’, transforming it from a humble back room into a living space that’s at the heart of the home. Their pioneering history includes many firsts, including white lacquer kitchen furniture, ergonomic work-top heights, and the development of the kitchen island.”
Technical expertise, materials of the highest quality, meticulous craftsmanship and trend-setting design go into every Poggenpohl kitchen and I was quite intrigued to see their latest offerings at KBIS (Kitchen Bath Industry Show).
Door Handles of Italy
Jun 10 2014 ·0There is nothing that says ‘Welcome to my home’ quite like an artful and unique door handle. Here are some of my favorites from (where else) BlogTour Milan. I hope you enjoy looking at them as much as I did!…
Chandeliers of Venice & Milan
May 08 2014 ·0If you know me or if you’ve been reading my blog for any length of time, you know I have a Chandelier fetish (oh, and also a shoe fetish, but that’s a different post!) I simply adore chandeliers of all shapes and sizes. In my own home, I have pendant fixtures in closets and hallways, a crystal chandelier over my dining table and a chandelier on my deck. Wait, doesn’t everyone?? In my humble opinion, everyone should!
Perhaps I love chandeliers because they are romantic, perhaps I love them because I delivered morning newspapers when I was young and I was afraid of the dark, or perhaps I love them simply because they are works of art and I am entranced by the way they sparkle and create patterns on the ceiling. While I was in Venice and Milan with BlogTour, I saw many wonderful chandeliers. Here are some beauties, old and new, that I want to share with you…
Posh Pinterest Board of the Week: Antique With Modern
Nov 18 2013 ·0I love a good contrast, the visual friction that contrast creates is a key element in a good design ~ whether in an interior space or a piece of artwork. This week’s Posh Pinterest board features pins that highlight the contrast of old and new in interiors: Antique With Modern.
Here are a few of my favorite pins…
Pamela’s Posh Picks: Outdoor Fire Vessels
Oct 04 2013 ·2Cool Autumn evenings are perfect for gathering around a cozy, outdoor fire. With this week’s Posh Picks I’ve selected several stylish options to elevate your backyard blaze from concrete block firepit to stylish scene stealer. Take a peek…
Pamela’s Posh Picks: Removable Wall Decor
Aug 30 2013 ·0The start of Fall always feels like a new beginning to me. No matter your age, back-to-school time offers the chance to reset and get a fresh start. After enjoying several months of outdoor living, it’s time to head back inside for some Fall nesting ~ am I the only one who feels this way?? Fall is a great time to work on indoor interior design projects ahead of the holidays or just freshen up your decor. This week’s Posh Picks are all about reinvigorating your space ~ without a long term commitment. Whether you are moving into a dorm room, an apartment or just staying put, Removable Wall Decor has come a long way and there are loads of stylish options available…
Posh Pinterest Board of the Week: Christy Davis’ Office/Conference
Jul 29 2013 ·1Last week I had the pleasure and privilege of reuniting with some of my most talented interior designer friends at the Brizo Blogger 19 event in Memphis. It was wonderful to see everyone including this week’s featured pinner, Christy Davis.
Brizo: Faucets as Art!
Jul 26 2013 ·0These two paintings were created a year ago after my first experience with Brizo and the Blogger19 in the Fall 2012. Since then I have met with several of the women at other conferences and we have become generous colleagues and true friends.
Brizo Factory Tour with the Blogger19 Reunion Group
Jul 24 2013 ·2As part of the Brizo sponsored Blogger19 Reunion trip to Memphis, our entire group was treated to a behind the scenes look at what goes into creating the products of the Brizo brand. We spent an insightful day learning about research and development, touring the Delta factory where the Brizo line of products are made, and getting a first look at some of the amazing new Brizo products.
Posh Pinterest Board of the Week: Bathrooms
Jul 22 2013 ·1After last week’s whirlwind reunion of the Brizo Blogger19 in Memphis, I definitely have faucets on the brain! As such, this week’s Posh Pinterest board belongs to a dear friend and client, Gina Vita. Gina is currently spearheading a huge renovation to her home, including the Master Bathroom. She put together a beautiful Pinterest board full of bright, clean-lined design inspiration. Come take a peek at some of my favorite pins from Gina’s Bathrooms board…
Posh Pinterest Board of the Week: Brizo Custom Showers
Jul 15 2013 ·0This week I am heading to Memphis for a grand Blogger 19 reunion courtesy of Brizo. I am so excited to see my talented friends from last year and meet other Blogger 19 alumni ~ more on our jam-packed itinerary tomorrow! For this week’s Posh Pinterest board I thought it only fitting to chose a board from Brizo. This week’s featured Posh Pinterest Board is Brizo Custom Showers.
Here are a few of my favorite pins…
Pamela’s Posh Picks: 4th of July Party Decor
Jun 28 2013 ·1While the 4th of July is one of our most traditional holidays, why not assert your Independence by adding a hint of luxury and sparkle to your Red, White and Blue decor? Here are my Posh Picks for doing just that…
Pamela’s Posh Picks: Luxury Outdoor Bathing
May 30 2013 ·2The heat and humidity have returned to Boston. That means beach and pool weather are here as well. While an outdoor shower is a common feature at homes in many coastal towns, the interior designer in me just has to think outside the standard issue wooden stockade enclosure box to bring you this week’s Posh Picks: Luxury Outdoor Bathing!
Take a peek at these extravagant options…
Posh Pinterest Board of the Week: Irene Turner
Apr 29 2013 ·0With over 48,000 pins and 4.5 million followers, it’s not hard to see why interior designer Irene Turner is known as the “Queen of Pinterest”. I met Irene at the Design Bloggers Conference in Los Angeles where we had a lovely conversation during which we shared our mutual admiration…
My Design Projects: Teen Bathroom
Jun 26 2012 ·0A transformation is in the works!
I am excited to share with you one of several new projects that I am currently working on. You are in for a treat because I am able to show you the progression of this project in real time, as I am working on it. I hope you enjoy being along for the design journey!
Prioritized as the one of first spaces to be transformed in a larger project, this en suite bathroom for a teenage boy is quite small and ready for an update.
Here is the requisite “before” shot of the vanity in the existing bathroom:
and the 1 piece shower:
While certainly functional, the space does not reflect the aesthetic of the teenage boy who lives here.
My first step was to draw up a floor plan, a must for planning the space and ordering materials.
While we knew this bathroom would need to coordinate with the adjoining bedroom, I was curious to see what ideas my young client had for the overall design. During our initial design meeting we discussed the function of the room (sleeping, studying, entertaining friends) and color preferences (red). I knew I was going to have a great time with this young man he likes the color red! After a bit more delving, he told me about some posters he collected last summer. The posters are sophisticated in shades of charcoal, reds and other vivid hues. What a great jumping off point for the design of our project! Every design has to have an inspiration and this young man’s poster collection is ours.
After our discussion, I wrote up my ideas and met with Christine at Tile Showcase at the Boston Design Center.
We found some wonderful tile selections and Christine sketched a quick plan:
To make the plan come to life for you, I put together this mood board for the space:
Details:
1. Kyoto Grigio tile for the back wall
2. Sumi-e Tresse Silver Fish Natural glass mosaic tile for the side walls on the vertical and the floor ~ using the same tile on both surfaces will give the illusion of a larger space
3. Sigma Palermo faucet is one of the options for faucetry, I love the modern look of the polished chrome
Two of our options for wall color, both from Sherwin-Williams:
4. Monorail Silver
5. March Wind
Stay tuned to see progress, plus more on the bedroom design. I promise it is creative and amazing ~ and just wait until I show you the inspirational posters!
“Design is a constant challenge to balance comfort with luxe, the practical with the desirable”
~Donna Karan
xo,
Pamela
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