I was recently introduced to someone who is moving into a lovely home in the Northern California Bay Area. He is very excited about his move and has a discerning sense of style and quite aware of the interior world. He and I spoke for a long time about his plans for his home, his design direction, as well as asking advice on certain furniture pieces he was leaning towards. And you know me, anything having to do with design, I am all over it. It was really fun getting to talk about his plans and even found myself thinking of things he could do on my off time, as well as running through sources in my head that he could investigate. I'm so crazy! I'm not even his interior designer! :) It's just so fun to see someone happy in their space!
One thing he mentioned was the use animal print- actual hide fur- that he wanted to put on stools. I love the idea! He was a little apprehensive, but I assured him it is a wonderful idea. Our conversation inspired me to write about this topic. As I browsed through my files, I noticed that many of the interiors featured the use of animal print- stylized or actual hides! It should be used sparingly to add punch, but if executed properly, it really adds impact.
One thing he mentioned was the use animal print- actual hide fur- that he wanted to put on stools. I love the idea! He was a little apprehensive, but I assured him it is a wonderful idea. Our conversation inspired me to write about this topic. As I browsed through my files, I noticed that many of the interiors featured the use of animal print- stylized or actual hides! It should be used sparingly to add punch, but if executed properly, it really adds impact.

Florida Condominium- This chair covered in black and white zebra hide against the graphic painting almost takes on a sculptural quality itself.

When it comes to hide, zebra is my favorite. I think it works beautifully on stools, ottomans, and benches.
This is a patchwork pillow of zebra hide... fancy and fun!











So the moral is, don't be afraid to mix patterns, colors, and textures with animal. As you just saw, numerous different type of styles utilized the same element of design, and though it created a different statement for each room, it certainly made an impact, that otherwise would have left the room lacking in thrill.
The Key..... Be Tasteful, and you got it goin' on!
Cheers!
The Designista
5 comments:
Hey, that one pic showed a cool secretary on the left. I decided this week that I am going to paint that old secretary of ours some funky color and use it in my livingroom. Can't decide what color. Want to give the room a "punch" of color. And, of course, I will add an animal print pillow or something. :)
Did you remove the Armiore? Do you still have the leather sofa? What color is the new chair? send me some images and I'll tell you which route to go? Cuz you put my Scales Mosiac artwork in the living room, right? If so, you could maybe paint it a yellow. That would really pop, and look great with the red, brown and blue, white, black, but not "pop-arty" like a Lichtenstein, but more like a Hollywood regency meets Country.
And not a primary yellow, but more of a deep and muted golden yellow. Like the stars I did for you! :)
I love animal print! This post has given me so many ideas!
Oh Good! Love to hear it!
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