While you’re waiting for your regularly scheduled Annie Sloan Chalk Paint “after” shots... a work in progress I assure you {and hey, did you see that Annie herself left a comment?}... I thought I’d share some creepy stalker behavior, I mean imporant blog research. You obviously know who Lauren Liess is, right? She’s the unbelievably talented designer {and blogger} who recently launched her own line of textiles. Her work has been featured everywhere, but most notably in several Better Homes and Gardens magazine spreads and the always stunning DC Design House. And guess what? She’s a Northern Virginia local, and her house is currently on the market. Insert an open house and you have instant stalker because yes…I went. Although in my defense, I did bring my sister-in-law who may or may not also be {a stalker}, I mean interested in moving into a larger home. That's my story and I'm sticking to it! ;-) So you’ve probably all seen the amazing images from Lauren’s home, and NO, I didn't take any during the open house. {I thought about it, but left my camera in the car. I think it was a smart move because the real estate agents didn't look like they wanted to tolerate any shenanigans. Can't say I blame them!} These are only a few of my favorites, but visit her blog for many, many more. Here's the stunning entrance with a collection of framed Da Vinci sketches. This might be one of my favorite room photos of all time: The beautiful green velvet sofa, the floral chairs, the mirror, the rug...all to die for. Here's another shot of the same room. I love the watercolors and the way everything is so perfectly balanced. Isn't it so inventive to use a chandelier on one side and a floor lamp on the other? Look at this chandelier! It’s one of the many things that was tagged as “does not convey,” which is not surprising given the high-end nature of many of the accessories and textiles. But the realtor did say that Lauren would work with the home buyers on a design plan. What? How awesome is that! Hey, I have that same table in my kitchen! It doesn't look quite as good though... Here's the kitchen. I think the island is different now? I love the chandelier in the master bedroom, and the bowl of magazines: This is part of Lauren's office, which looks out onto the backyard: She took a little shed and made it into a playhouse for her boys. See what I mean?! Genius. Here are some pictures from Lauren's room in last year's DC Design House, although it looks like it could be a room in her home! Those chairs are part of her upcoming furniture line: And how amazing are these layered cushions? Here are two of my favorite fabrics from Lauren's line: Filigree Chevron {l} and Live Paisley in Indigo {r}. You can see the full collection here. When I left Lauren's house, I was honestly inspired...I actually drove to Lucketts Store
{it was near a place that sells chalk paint because yes, I needed more!} What she has done is nothing short of amazing, especially when you consider the house she moved into. Sure, there are some stunning statement pieces which really stand out. But overall, it's really the mark of creativity, vision, and the infusion of true soul into a space, collected over time. Seeing it in person was something special. {I believe that most, if not all of the above photos are by Helen Norman.} Have a great Tuesday! :-)
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8/6/2012 09:13:32 pm
How fun that you got to do that! Where is they moving to? Bigger spaces?
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Melissa
5/20/2015 10:42:03 am
Does anyone know what the brand / style is for that gorgeous sofa? I love the shape.
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8/2/2015 02:51:50 am
The sofa was made by Lee Industries, I think. I believe she bought it off of Craigslist!
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