March 13th, 2013
Styleture recently joined other interior design bloggers, new media innovators and industry leaders for the 2013 Design Bloggers Conference in Los Angeles, California. This premier conference brought together the world of interior design and new media, emphasizing the importance of blogging, social media and more. The two-day conference was filled with inspiring and heartfelt speakers, excellent networking opportunities and even a mini concert by a Grammy award-winning singer!
Adam Japko, founder of the DBC, opened the conference with these wise words: “Social media is about human beings and human connections.” Blogging is a way to make connections with followers by sharing a piece of who we are in every post. This speech set the theme for the rest of the conference. While there were many excellent speakers and presenters at the DBC, here are our three favorite standouts:
Iconic interior designer Charlotte Moss spoke about the importance of honesty and integrity in blog writing. Her knowledge and passion for design, along with her Southern wit, wisdom and humor inspired us all to be authentic and original in everything we do.
Designer Barbara Barry started off the second day, not with a speech but with an experience. Her flowing, poetic words painted a picture of how color, passion and beauty are the driving forces in her life. Like a storybook, each page revealed a deeper understanding of the importance of design and why the simplest things can be most inspiring. “I believe beauty can transform the way you see the ordinary.” These are truly words to live by.
Last but not least, singer-songwriter and Grammy-winner Patti Austin spoke about her lifelong interest in design and her work with the Over My Shoulder Foundation, a non-profit organization that promotes mentoring through music and design. She ended her speech by singing “This Little Light of Mine,” a song that gave her inspiration to co-found Over My Shoulder. After her song, we certainly felt inspired by her voice. Let the church amen!
Overall the conference was a great success. We walked away with inside knowledge of the interior design field, what it takes to be a successful blogger and how to use our niche industry as an advantage. See you next year!
January 24th, 2013
When it comes to furnishing an Oscar worthy bathroom, look no further than Devon&Devon.
In addition to Villa Tre Ville, Franco Zeffirelli’s exclusive retreat in Positan, another project now connects Devon&Devon to the world of cinema: many suites at Palazzo Margherita, the historic nineteenth-century residence of Lucania Jonica, now owned by the director Francis Ford Coppola, are in fact furnished by the Tuscan brand.
Located in the heart of the small town Bernalda, the building is fifth in a group of luxury hotels known as the “Coppola Resorts,” which are situated in some of the world’s most exotic and unique locations. This hotel was created as a tribute to the director’s Italian roots, since it was from here that the Coppola family emigrated to America at the beginning of the twentieth century. Immersed in the peace and quiet of a luxurious urban garden, which has been landmarked by governmental restrictions since 1960, Palazzo Margherita occupies a total area of around 2,500m2 and represents an eclectic example of late nineteenth-century architecture.
The interior decoration project was completed by the eminent Parisian designer Jacques Grange, who has succeeded in transforming this ancient residence into a grand hotel. Filled with all the charm of the Belle Époque, Grange creates a perfect harmony between the typically Mediterranean, almost bucolic setting and elegantly “decadent” interiors.
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January 23rd, 2013
Even though Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby isn’t hitting theatres until June, we can’t keep our love for the Roaring Twenties quiet. Nearly a century later, the 1920s produced timeless, modernist pieces that are still very much en vogue today. Sculptural forms with strong ties to architecture and design, faceted polished chrome and stainless steel, elegant black and white and refined crystal detailing… we think these designs are the cat’s pajamas! Let’s take a look at some of these great designs inspired by The Great Gatsby himself.
Fontaine by GRAFF
GRAFF’s Fontaine faucet is ready for its close-up. Exuding a high level of Hollywood glamour with strong shapes and an Arc Deco feel, its curves and angles mesh perfectly to create an ambiance of pure luxury and visual delight. A modern masterpiece of geometric design, the distinctive Fontaine faucet looks great from any angle.
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October 15th, 2012
Black out? Never. The darkest color in the rainbow is also the most tragically misunderstood. Black isn’t all doom and gloom, it’s a color worthy of worship even outside the funeral parlor. White is passé after Labor Day, but black is classic and refined year round. Feeling a little spooky? Take the passenger seat in our hearse and ride along as we dig up these black beauties…
Bijoux – Corbett Lighting
Bijoux is the French word for “jewelry” and while the traditional Goth may shun sparkles in favor of studded bracelets and lace chokers, this is a piece worthy of anyone’s collection. Wrought from hand-crafted iron, Corbett Lighting’s design blends Classic Golden Silver with delicious Antique Black. And just like your trusty night light, the shining crystal accents brighten up even the darkest corners.
Queen of Love Armchair by Moro-Pigatti
Even people of a ghostly pallor need to get a little sunshine once in a while. This whimsical throne by Italian designers Graziano Moro and Renato Pigatti can be placed outdoors or indoors, depending on your ghastly tan lines. And because this armchair is made from recyclable linear polyethylene, it’s an eco-friendly addition to your haunted house. The Queen of Love is available in 13 unlucky colors but we prefer to lie back in black.
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May 21st, 2010
Lewis and Kladder
INSTUDIO is a San Francisco based interior design studio started by artists and designers Samuel Fleming Lewis and Stephen Kladder. They take their natural inclination toward fine art and apply it to the practical planning of interior design for homes and small businesses. Their design style attempts to blur the boundaries between art, design, work and home to create harmonious living and working spaces.
With their small business, Lewis and Kladder assess the business’s needs and tailor their design to the individual business’s identity. With their residential design they take a very personal approach and attempt to come up with an overall design concept for a home that relies on the individuals lifestyle.
Here are some photos of an 8 person office that Lewis and Kladder designed that depicts their vision of blurring residential and business design.
You can learn more about INSTUDIO at instudio-sf.com
Office Break Area Design
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April 15th, 2010
Michelle Wiebe
Licensed Interior Designer and ASID member Michelle Jennings Wiebe has used her gift and attention to detail to build her interior design firm, Studio M, to one of the leading firms in the Tampa Florida area. Learning her gift for detail at a young age, Michelle drafted floor plans, designed small scale homes and painted still life. Now, with more than sixteen years of professional experience and a love for the colors and forms of God’s creation, Michelle considers each new space an artist’s canvas. From custom residences to corporate headquarters, she designs interiors that bring inspiration and joy.
Studio M has recently completed an 11,000 square foot residence on Davis Islands in Tampa. The residence is that of a long time client, and Studio M was brought in on the project immediately, before the architect was even hired and Studio M was even instrumental in choosing the architect. For this project the staff of Studio M supplied a full set of id drawings, helped collect and negotiate builder bids. After spending hundreds of hours of working on the project, the final project turned out perfectly and the client couldn’t be happier.
Property Profile
Style: Coastal Chic
Sf – approx 10,500 inside
6 bedrooms, 7.5 bath
Deep water canal with bay access
For information visit the Studio M website at: interiorsbystudiom.com
Here is a short YouTube video from the first day of installation:
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