Photograph and Measure

Drapery can be the icing that brings life to a room. New upholstery can give new life to a worn chair. Her are some photos from an app, Photo Measures, I use to measure for window treatments.  Whether ordering drapery panels, having them custom made or measuring a chair for upholstery or even getting the room measure right;  this is one of the best communication tools around.  Here are some photos I used to get started on a recent design project.

Room measure.

Will be replacing pub table and chairs with inviting seating area with chairs, end table and lamp.

Red table with lamp and art.

Photo and measure for new console table.

 Read previous post; Objects for a Home to see red table and bird lamp that will be placed here.  Art will be client's own.  Gold tone console table will be placed here and lamps from mantel will be moved to console table to create an inviting entry and light for tasks while sitting on sofa.

Measure for new silk drapery with gold rod in dining room.

This measure makes ordering drapery and communicating much easier.

Measure for new plaid silk drapery on either side of fireplace.

Not seen in photo is the angle that exist to the right and left of the windows.  This will demand that we hang the drapery lower than I like but the addition of the drapery will give a finished cozy feel to the room.

The previous post Objects for a Home will give you and idea of items we are using and give you an idea of the process of the design process.  The Photograph and Measure tool is one I am never without as it is on my phone.  Modern inventions making the design process better. 

Objects for a Home

In the process of design sometimes new items are needed.  I have found that most clients need lamp light.  Lamps are the jewelry of the room and add warmth with ambient light.  Here are a few items going to a new project.  All from Uttermost.
  Two of these small chairs will be placed in the breakfast room which currently has a pub table and chairs.  These two chairs with a new end table and a floor lamp will create a comfortable area to sit and read, have coffee or a glass of wine.  The open plan will allow the occupants to be a part of every conversation in the kitchen and great room.

Compact Uttermost Chair in Brown and Ivory Houndstooth; 21"w x 31"h x 31"d

Uttermost End Table; 17"d x 22"h

Uttermost floor lamp; 16"d x 64" h

The owner's currently have a comfy brown leather sofa which we will not replace at this time. To lighten up the room we will replace the brown leather matching ottoman that currently serves as a cocktail table with this light and airy cocktail table.

Uttermost cocktail table; 40"w x 20"h x 28" d

We will also be adding a console table behind the brown sofa to create an inviting environment from the front door and to enable us to place two buffet lamps for ambient lighting.  The pattern of this Uttermost console will add lots of personality because of the pattern.

Uttermost console table; 52"w x 32"h x 18"d

And lamps of all sizes and personalities to add warmth with ambient lighting.

Uttermost Lamp; @16"h x 9" d this is perfect in the kitchen under the counter.

Uttermost lamp to replace current dated lamp.

Uttermost Accent Lamp

Uttermost Small Console under art with Bird Lamp.

These objects will contribute to making this clients house inviting and cozy.  Finished room will be published when complete.  Keep watching. and reading.

What Do a Louie, An Ostrich and an Ikat Have in Common?

This blog could be subtitled Modern Missouri Sophisticate.  This project gave me the opportunity to work in a colorful, lovely home with some very chic, chic art.  The owner has built and lived in several homes and at the age of 70 plus is enjoying that time of life when one is very secure in one's taste.  A great place to be.  The wall colors and fixed background were in place when I came on the scene but the dilemma was what to do with a narrow undefined room adjacent to the foyer and the dining room.  Well, add color with a dramatic ikat fabric on a dramatic chair of course.

Pasha Furniture oversized wingbacks covered in custom ikat.

The rooted table acts as an accent table and will have a lamp added to create a intimate space for a cup of coffee or a glass of wine with a friend.  When the dinner party is for more than six the table and chairs can be pulled out to serve as a dining table for four.  This is tribal rug we added to this space after these photos were taken.

The vibrant colors hold up to the art and furniture.

Dining chairs were needed to enhance the colorful personality of the client and mimic the art.  We chose these Louis inspired chairs in a silver finish from Bernhardt Interiors.  The custom fabric is a faux ostrich which is both beautiful and durable.

Louis I

Louis II

Louis III

Louis IV

As you can see these vibrant colors reflect the beautiful piece of art in the dining room.

We had enough chairs to create a seating area in the great room that is enhanced by the colorful Flying Wall Bowls from Global Views.  We have since added an up light and an accent table so that guests have a place to put food or drink.

This original art purchased by the owner at a gallery in California was the inspiration for using the Moroccan inspired console table.

Orchids in white pots were added.

In this inspired interior a Louis, an Ostrich and an Ikat have much in common and work well together.  What a fun and lively interior to have the chance to work.

Beginning Over and Over and Over Again

Having been unable to recover my old Living Life with Lillie blog posts, I begin again.  I am committed to posting some item everyday.  Might post a thought or photo of the day or I could become very wordy.  We shall see where this new adventure takes us.  Let me know by responding that you are reading and interested because that is very encouraging to those of us who blog.