Vancouver-based designer Kelly Deck is well-known for her column “The Westcoast Way” in Globe and Mail”; her HGTV series, Take It Outside; and various media appearances. She is inspired by the rugged beauty of the West Coast, believe in effortless elegance and homes that are beautiful, balanced and inviting.
Here is some of her beautiful designs — enjoy!
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How ironic is it that exactly at the point where we develop an ego, we become limited by the very thing?
Spring is in the air and with that came the inevitable “let’s spruce things up a bit”-itch that goes around this time of the year. What does this have to do with Gallery Walls, you might ask? My spring cleaning endeavours have yielded a nice surprise — a collection of black and white prints I originally put out of harms way two years ago! It would be perfect for a Gallery wall; smart, quick and stylish.
Simple black or white frames make the prints look polished. To me it is either or not both. The look should be cohesive, with a nice contrast and focus on symmetry. Now… the choice between black or white frames…
What do you think?
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Pair two contrasting fabrics on an upholstered chair to bring edge and an element of the unexpected to your interior decorating.
What’s better than a chair upholstered in a gorgeous fabric? A chair upholstered in two gorgeous fabrics. It is a terrific way to add visual punch and a surprise element to a room. The secret is to vary the scale, pattern or color enough to create a high degree of contrast. Limit yourself to two fabrics and choose versatile patterns that will stay fresh and that you’ll love for a long time.
Here’s a few ideas on how to elevate a simple piece and transform it into a one-of-a kind gem.
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Walter Schupfer and Gina Goldman’s loft in downtown Manhattan overlooks the site of the former World Trade Center. The couple behind a thriving photo agency revamped an industrial loft into a family home. Their home overlooks the rising of several new skyscrapers, but this doesn’t bother them at all. “We’re always mindful of that terrible tragedy,” Goldman says. “But, at the same time, we’re excited to be part of the rejuvenation of lower Manhattan.”
The 6,000-square-foot condominium is located in a 1913 industrial building that had been converted into lofts in the late 1990’s. What was minimalist space with white floating walls and gleaming dark floors, is now a warm family home. To make it a place where their children could play and make a mess without worrying about damage to the interior, they exchanged chrome for wood, stainless steel for marble, and paint for wallpaper.
The apartment has a light, airy feel to it with lovely open spaces. I really like the artwork & custom designed storage in the dining room.
In the dining room, a custom-made walnut table & vintage Gratz chairs; the cabinets hold a custom-designed wine-storage system.
The hallway. The couple created the portfolio of prints in the center for President Obama’s campaign
Beautiful rosewood shelves in the library
