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Design Find | Eskayel

I recently stumbled upon a Brooklyn-based design studio that has me seriously swooning. Their aesthetic is both fresh and unexpected – edgy and sexy yet soft with a modern classic sensibility. I think it is their uniquely artistic, hand-painted patterns that have me most a-flutter. Add to that their environmentally responsible approach to interior surface design and I’m hooked. From fabrics to wallpaper and rugs to a collaborative furniture collection with ABC Carpet + Home, ESKAYEL totally has my number. Just take a peek at some of their designs. {*bites palm with excitement*}

It’s a watercolour, ink-blot damask wallpaper with allusions to Ikat patterns! Could it be any more GORGeous? I think not.

So delicate, so modern. One could transpose a thousand dreams onto these patterns, like finding shapes in the clouds on a perfect summer’s day.

The furniture collection in collaboration with ABC Carpet + Home is totally boho-modern chic.

How fabulous to infuse a space with some carefree, artistic brushstrokes with these incredible ottomans? Love.

By reproducing their hand painted patterns locally in the northeastern United States on natural and recycled grounds, Eskayel’s made to order fabrics and wall-coverings are as eco friendly as they are visually inspiring. Eskayel offers six major collections with 159 patterns and colourways available in PRIMA vinyl free residential and commercial wallpaper, CLASSIC clay coated wallpaper, recycled type II contract wallcovering, natural linen and organic denim fabric and more. Eskayel’s made to order fabrication methods accommodate almost any kind of customization. Colour and scale of existing patterns can be transformed or they can work with designers to create an entirely new design to fit in within your creative vision with virtually no minimums. Can anyone say “designer’s dream?” Yes please.

I think their rug collection may have wowed me the most. Crafted of 100% silk, these rugs are nothing short of spectacular.

I seriously just want to roll around on the rug pictured above. Not sure what that says about what I’m reading into the ink blot for this one…or about me in general!

Eskayel was founded in 2008 by artist and designer Shanan Campanaro. The Central St Martin’s graduate has worked in both graphic design and fashion, but has always been interested in interiors believing that the atmosphere and vibe of a room can transform ones mood. Having lived in many different spaces and more than a few countries before the age of 30, the importance of building an environment of true self expression and comfort in each of her homes became a huge priority and obsession.

Campanaro began by turning that passion into wallpaper and now with her partner, Nick Chacona, Eskayel continues to bring to the market innovative products of the highest quality that are luxurious, natural and beautiful.

I am going to be dreaming in watercolour and delicate pattern, longing for the day when I can use one of Eskayel’s fabrics on an upcoming project. Thanks so much for the inspiration, Shanan and Nick!

xo
s.

By |July 2nd, 2013|0 Comments

Trendy Tuesday | Getting Creative With Coral

I feel like this season is made just for girls like me. Not only do I love the signs of life, but I love the fresh and vibrant shades of Spring! This season, runways have been spilling over with one of my favourite Spring hues: Coral. So, I thought I’d pull together a few of my favourite recent sightings of this warm and blushy hue.

ONE: Painting by Michelle Armas TWO: Blondel Coral Club Chair, 1st Dibs THREE: Vintage Coral Lamp Suzani Pillow, Madeleine Weinrib FOUR: Coral, blue and green Aquasilk Rug, ABC Carpet + Home FIVE: David Webb Carved Coral Brooch, 1st Dibs SIX: Coral Sea Fan, Karen Robertson

How will you be getting creative with Coral this season?

xo
s.

By |March 26th, 2013|0 Comments

Embracing Emerald | Pantone’s Colour of the Year

Each year, quietly gathered in a European capital, a secret meeting of representatives from various nations’ colour standards groups gather together to determine “The Colour of the Year.” After two days of presentations and debate, they choose a colour for the following year. I imagine these discussions to be quite lively and fascinating as the experts delve into the global zeitgeist and determine how to represent it in hue and value. Pantone then announces their “Colour of the Year” to the great anticipation of the fashion and design industries alike.

This year’s choice – Emerald Green – is a favourite of mine. Pantone describes it as: “Lively. Radiant. Lush. A color of elegance and beauty that enhances our sense of well-being, balance and harmony.” For me, Emerald speaks to the verdant and rejuvenating power of nature, freshness, hope, new life and treasures pulled up from deep within the earth.

ONE: Wallpaper by Zoffany  TWO: Green Tourmaline Ring by Sallyanne Lowe Jewellery  THREE: Vintage metal chair via ABC Carpet + Home  FOUR: Malachite decorative boxes by Rablabs  FIVE: Fine art photograph by David Graham White  SIX: Mohair upholstered Art Deco armchair via 1st Dibs  SEVEN: Faceted frosted glass table lamp by Arteriors

How will you embrace Emerald in your home and closet for 2013? I would love to hear all about your favourite sightings of it so far!

xo
s.

By |February 6th, 2013|0 Comments