Glam it up: A Peek Inside Kelly Wearstler's Rhapsody

Remember this post back in August? Well, the moment is almost upon us. Kelly Wearstler’s latest tome, ‘Rhapsody,’ is set to be released in less than two weeks (the 23rd to be exact)! Thanks to the L.A. Times, I can temper my giddiness with gorgeous teaser photos from the book. You’ll notice pics of Kelly's Mercer Island project as well as brand new eye candy. Enjoy!

"'Rhapsody' is about a bunch of things — different periods, scales and textures — coming together to create a beautiful space." - Kelly Wearstler

Here's a great example of one of Kelly's infamous vibe trays. It includes hardware, stone, fabric, and paint choices for the sitting room pictured below. She opts for the fluidity of objects in a tray rather than tacking things to an inspiration board.

"I want to inspire people to take risks and to create an environment that feels spirited. Mixing antiques, vintage and contemporary design pieces and art is honoring our past and embracing the future. You end up with a much more soulful interior." - Kelly Wearstler

Images: Rizzoli, Hat Tip: L.A. Times

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Interiors: A Classic-Modern Home in Malaga, Spain

Today’s post features Nuevo Estilo’s October cover story – a modern, classic home in the coastal city of Malaga, Spain. The space, designed by Pablo Paniagua, is fairly traditional with a smattering of modern and contemporary accents. There's also no shortage of mirrors and extra tall ceilings.

Natural oak doors lead to a grand entry hall with views of the home’s courtyard beyond. Pablo also chose oak for the home’s contemporary kitchen. Mirrored panels reflect the dining room’s navy blue linen walls.

The bedroom is much like a swank, hotel suite. Pablo seems to be an expert in the hotel chic aesthetic (like here), using silk and shine whenever possible. I also love how the towels are monogrammed with GQ. Nice!

Images: Nuevo Estilo

Interiors: Global Views' Rick Janecek

Global Views is one of my favorite resources for modern glamour furniture and accessories. So, I was excited to see the home of the company’s creative director, Rick Janecek, in a recent issue of D Magazine. The space is open and airy with lots of interesting touches including prototypes designed for Global Views.

The living room features a custom sofa and swan chairs salvaged from a trash bin in Atlanta. The painting is from a Pennsylvania museum that was going out of business. On mixing and matching, Janecek notes, "…if I find something I really like, I’m going to get it and figure out how to make it work."

The formal dining room (above) features custom chairs and a tabletop made from goose egg shells. The table’s centerpiece includes a pair of 1820s merman candlesticks. (Below) A series of rooms and hallways were transformed into a spacious kitchen. Janecek designed the chandelier over the kitchen table for Global Views. The chairs are vintage, and the art is by Max Heimann.

More lighting from Global Views can be found in the great room. (Below) The wingbacks belonged to Janecek’s grandmother and the table is from a Paris flea market. 

Images: Nathan Schroder

Interiors: Black, White, and Whimsical

Designer Janet Rice’s Dallas home proves that you don’t need a lot of color to make an impact. With a minimalist palette of black and white, Janet uses shape, texture, and pattern to add interest to her living space.

In the living room area, Janet opted for modern pieces including tailored brown sofas and a white buffet by Ligne Roset. The zebra-patterned rug is by Diane Von Furstenberg for the Rug Company.

Interiors should reflect the personality and individual style of the owner. That takes attention to detail, impeccable taste, a discerning eye, unexpected elements, integrity, a minimalist approach, a wink to high/low, patience, and a sense of humor. - Janet Rice

The dining area mixes old with new. Janet reupholstered her grandmother’s chairs and paired them with a black granite and lucite table. Custom doors lead to the family room beyond.

A hand-painted leaf motif adds whimsy to the family room. The occasional chairs are from Janet’s collection and include the JRR Club Chair and Jayne’s Chair, a pink tufted piece named for the designer’s young daughter.

Images: Manny Rodriguez

Interiors: Globally Influenced

This month, Lonny Magazine takes us inside the Harlem apartment of Nicki Clendening, a designer who mixes art, antiques, and global pieces with an enviable ease. Her secret: "…Create a neutral backdrop so that rugs, art, and furnishings don’t compete." In the living room, Nicki painted the apartment walls black and opted for a linen-upholstered sofa to help ground the space.

India meets Morocco in the apartment’s main living area. An Indian brass table tray sits alongside a chair with a Moroccan wedding blanket (above). In the dining space (below), Indian ram’s head chairs are paired with a Moroccan light fixture.

The bedroom is the epitome of serenity with an 18th-century hand-painted Italian headboard and linens from Horchow. A painting of the Eiffel Tower hangs above a bedside table, just one of over 60 pieces in Nicki’s collection. Her love of art is evident throughout the space. She notes, "A house without art is a bit soulless."

The bathroom is easily my favorite in the entire apartment. The audacious, marble walls bring interest to an otherwise drab space. No expensive wallpaper here. Rather, Nicki used craft paper from a local art supply store. Love it!

Images: Patrick Cline, Lonny Magazine

More globally influenced interiors:

• May Daouk’s Lilac Living Room
• Mario Testino’s "Casa of Curiosities"
• Diane von Furstenberg's Penthouse Retreat