Interiors: Catherine Kwong’s Rock ‘n Roll Hideaway

Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase
Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase

When pics of the 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase began to surface, this room by designer Catherine Kwong immediately made my short list of favorites. It has all the elements I love. Mixing old with new, streamlined with ornate… it's modern glamour done right! Catherine took inspiration from Mick and Bianca Jagger’s wild days, mixing luxe materials and rock-inspired accessories to create a super chic living space.

Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase
Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase
Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase
Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase

"I wanted the room to be just like Mick and Bianca: luxe and decadent, but with a rock 'n roll edge." - Catherine Kwong

Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase
Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase
Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase
Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase

Created by Stancil Studios (kudos, Stancil!), the painted floors were inspired by Cy Twombly's iconic work. They add edge, drama, and a contemporary counterpoint to the ceiling’s intricate detail. Needless to say, I love the look. If this floor was a canvas, it would be hanging in my living room.

Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase
Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase
Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase
Living room by Catherine Kwong, 2013 San Francisco Decorator Showcase

Is this room not fantastic?!

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Desiré Greene
Desiré is a designer, blogger, and lover of all things glamorous. Though primarily a self-taught decorator, Desiré studied at The Art Institute, where she honed a distinct aesthetic largely influenced by the Modern Glamour movement, the theme of her popular design blog, Sukio. Not only is she considered a "closet fashionista," discreetly stashing handbags and shoes whenever possible, but, as an MIT graduate, she’s also an undercover nerd. Fashion, nerdom, and several years as a Washingtonian have combined to shape her unique perspective on interior design.
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