A MODERN APARTMENT

We love that people come to us for all style profiles - we currently have projects that reflect traditional, transitional & modern design.  One fun project we are working on is for a couple transitioning from a larger home on Long Island to a new, smaller apartment.  They are now closer to the action in New York City and they want the style of the apartment to reflect their more modern lifestyle.  They are ditching all of their family home's traditional furniture and are now going for a more clean look with pops of colors.  Here are some of our ideas so far.

Option 1:

This Milo Baughman-esque sofa is a cool take on a classic piece.  The brass legs are expected on a chair, but interesting and different on a sofa.  We would pair it with a pop of color on velvet accent chairs and a statement light fixture.  Lucite pieces are perfect for a small apartment because their transparency give the allusion of space.   I love this look personally because it is modern without feeling cold.

Option 2:

The client likes a yellowish / mustard accent color which we don't use often because like orange, yellow is not one of our favorites to work with.  This option gives hints of yellow without it overwhelming the palette.  Grey's work well with a modern space and different shades of it also create warmth here.  This console is great for an apartment because it is small and thin.  We would probably add a banana plant in the corner of this option.  Also, maybe a pair of upholstered x-benches in a small scale yellow pattern if the client wants more yellow involved.  

Rugs and paint color are tbd on both.
We'll keep you updated on this project on instagram with the hashtag #avalonGNproject

--xo--
M&D

AN APARTMENT KITCHEN

We are working with an adorable couple in New York City to renovate their new apartment.  We had already decorated their previous apartment so now our main focus is the bathrooms and kitchen.  Like most Manhattan apartments there is not a lot of space, but by opening it up a bit and focusing on a few key elements you can really make a smaller space seem larger.  Here are a few tips.

1.  Stick with the classics

When dealing with a small space we tend to go for classic shapes.  Stick with a shaker-esq cabinet.  If going for a modern feel go full shaker - which would be recessed paneled doors with clean lines (first two photo's above).  If you want a more classic vibe then add a little molding detail inset in the panel (last two photos).

2.  Focus on detail

Keep the overall lines clean, but focus on specific items where you can add character.  Above is a great example.  Stick with classic subway or carrara marble tiles, but add interest over your sink or stove by framing out a herringbone detail.   Also, choose hardware that is suited to your specific style - we love what was chosen in photo #2.

3.  Glass tiles can look chic

People have been choosing glass, colored tiles for a few years now, but the style can still work.  If done right, it can still look classic, but modern and clean.I would stay away from the blue that was popping up recently- go with clear or a light grey.  Paired with white cabinets it can really look beautiful.  Especially for a smaller kitchen in the city. 

I hope this is helpful!  We will post photo's of this kitchen's transformation over the next few weeks.  Check it out on instagram with the hashtag #lowermadisonproject

xx

missy

*all photos were taken from pinterest and I am unsure of the designers of each.

FRIDAY FAVORITES | A NEW CLIENT

We have an adorable, young new client in Manhattan who we are so excited to start working on.    They love our favorite palette of neutrals, navy's and whites and are going to pop it with a little green or pink as well.  Here is our starting off point.  Traditional, yet clean and modern perfect for a newly married couple trying to blend their styles.  We will post progress photo's in a few weeks.