Kristen Panitch

I'm working with a new design client on a smallish project in downtown Philadelphia.  My client's style is fabulous and she came to me with a handful of inspiration images (all inspiring and beautiful).  I'm calling it "polished eclectic" where things are perfectly tailored, buttoned up and organized... but, there must be some balance of eclectic materials, texture and overall personality. 

Anyway, a few of the images came from Los Angeles based designer, Kristen Panitch.  All I can say is, HAVE I BEEN LIVING UNDER A ROCK?  Kristen Panitch.  This woman is insanely talented.  Come to find out, some of my own all time favorite images (for the design of my own home, especially) have come from her portfolio.  So, it turns out, I am VERY FAMILIAR with her work, but I've been too aloof to realize it.  So, get your "PIN IT" buttons ready, ladies.  Because these pictures are extremely pin-worthy.  :)

This particular project (Kristen calls "Latimer Road") should be called, "Kelly's Dream House."  Just look-- the mix of antique and new, the fantastic color scheme, and the traditional architecture.  Amazing.

If that's not enough, take a gander at some of Kristen's other projects....

Gorgeous, right?  For even more inspiration, check out her stunning portfolio HERE.

Happy Wednesday!

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Casual in the Country

I'm loving the casual nature of this Upstate New York home, featured in the March issue of House Beautiful.  It's simple and unpretentious and so welcoming!  In terms of interior design, I'm noting the classic wallpaper, unique mix of pattern, the trim & door colors, and (of course) the interior shutters-- so good.  Lots of fun inspiration here...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

see the entire House Beautiful slideshow here.

 

 

interior design by Charles O. Schwarz III

 

 

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Current Inspiration (and Happy Weekend!)

Just a few thoughts that are going through my head this week...

(Do I have time to DIY this with a roll of garland?)

 

(Kate Moss in all black.  A no-brainer, insta-slimming outfit-- necessary after a week of Thanksgiving feasts)

 

(Victoria Hagan rocks.  Remember that shade of blue for a sofa)

(pull out bedside shelf, so genius)

 

(love the blue cabinetry, glass doors, and killer hardwood flooring)

 

(really great color combo...  can this translate to a bedroom?)

 

(cute little navy check-- remember this for a future accent chair)

(ARE YOU KIDDING ME?  This fulfills all kitchen fantasies...  including, living in a world without bugs)

 

(Love the tile on that shower wall)

 

(everything about this picture is perfect-- even that little shell chandelier)

 

(Where can I buy a fitted, super tailored plaid button down? Love this look)

 

Also, it snowed this week for the first time! 

 

our backyard on Tuesday morning

 

 

 

Happy Weekend, everyone!

 

 

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A Modern Mix In A Classic Tudor

My friend (and former boss) Betsy Burnham had a recent project featured in this month's issue of House Beautiful, and I thought I would share the images with you here today.  The Beverly Hills tudor style home received a head-to-toe makeover, and the results are nothing short of stunning.  Each space feels traditionally formal without being pretentious or stuffy-- it's effortlessly stylish while still maintaining a cool Californian vibe.  And like many of Betsy's projects, this house is full of unexpected details: the foyer is painted lavender, the family room mixes pink & white chinoiserie with ikat and faux snakeskin, and everywhere you turn there seems to be another extraordinary accessory.  Check out the photos from House Beautiful:

Want to see more?  Here are some additional photos of this exceptional home (all images taken from the Burnham Design portfolio).  I'm swooning over the spectacular custom cabinetry (!!) and phenomenal area rugs.  Totally amazing.

To read the (excellent) article about this house, pick up the June issue of House Beautiful. 

And, to see more of Betsy's work, visit the Burnham Design website HERE.

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