Flatiron Loft

At first I was drawn by the large windows. Then I realised they had be picked out in black paint to contrast with the grey walls only to have it dawn on me that it was grey plaster beautifully polished on those walls. Momentarily distracted by the black chandelier hanging from the ceiling my gaze settled on the wood floors. Speaking of floors did you see the floor tiles? Tiles? OMG the powder room and that kitchen and the archway with the cat. Stop it! That bathroom is outrageous. Flatiron loft by Frances Mildred.

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Bringing traditional back to a Brooklyn Brownstone

A Brooklyn Brownstone done right, IMHO. This home had lost much of it's original detail during a previous owner’s renovation and with traditional interior design details and custom millwork, we were able to transform this home back to its traditional splendour. Some of the highlights include a custom master closet and built in banquette in the kitchen. By New York-based interior design firm Marks & Frantz.

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Traditional with hints of modern

The design approach of Louisiana based firm Ty Larkins Interiors is "liveable elegant modern". Mixing antique/vintage pieces with modern is the way they roll and coincidentally, how I roll too. This home is on the traditional side but has some modern lines that makes it less stuffy and more cool. Inspired by city houses, this detached Greek Revival Townhouse was designed and built in an established leafy neighborhood by Ty Larkins Interiors. Every effort was taken to make it convincingly "period" suggesting it had been built a century earlier. The traditional and formal interior architecture is juxtaposed against a young and modern decor, creating a beautiful and unexpected tension.

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Traditional in blue and white

To easy you into the weekend how about some traditional vibes with beautiful textiles in blue and white stripes and florals by Los Angeles interior designer Mark D. Sikes. 

Alexander Doherty Design

New York City based interior designer Alexander Doherty is out there making traditional, classical design cool for those who like a dash of elegance in their homes. Timeless and sophisticated, with some funky and unexpected elements added in accessories, art and furniture. 

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