Top Five Faves: Patterned Wallpaper

July 9th, 2010 by jennifermyers

We warned you—we have more to say about wallpaper. Not quite as much as last week, as we were able to narrow down our patterned choices to the required five…just. Where last week presented wallcoverings that were nigh on incredible, this week we’re staying more in the realm of what most people would call wallpaper. But that doesn’t mean they’re boring….

Schumacher Imperial Trellis

Schumacher Imperial Trellis

1. Schumacher Imperial Trellis: This pattern is a staff favorite, and although it comes in 14 colorways, including Parchment/Midnight, Citrine and Cinnabar Gloss, we love it in Charcoal. Although it’s in Schumacher’s “Modern” section, we think that the pattern has such a classic feel to it that it could be used in a traditional setting, too.

Romo Kimura in Turmeric

Romo Kimura in Turmeric

2. Romo Kimura in Turmeric: The name and color of this wallpaper conjure up two different Orients—Japan and India. The combination of florals, using both lotus flowers and cherry blossoms, give this wallpaper a balanced pattern, and the grey looks fantastic against the deep yellow background.

Graham & Brown Drama Wallcovering in Boheme

Graham & Brown Drama Wallcovering in Boheme

3. Graham & Brown Drama Wallpaper in Boheme: This pattern also comes in burnt orange and black, but we love it in chocolate—could it be the name? Actually, we love how the retro feel of this paper comes into its own in the chocolate color, but the updated pattern keeps it feeling modern. This paper would be great for a den, game room or dining room, and we can’t wait to use it to create something fabulous. And when we do, we’ll definitely post it!

Cole & Son Apana Gold on Blue

Cole & Son Apana Gold on Blue

4. Cole & Son Alpana in Gold and Blue: This wallpaper made us feel like we were going to have high tea at the Ritz in London, what with its delicate gold design on the eggshell blue. Think about an elegant afternoon sipping tea and nibbling on cucumber sandwiches and scones in the most divine setting. Designer Kristen Rusert commented: “The pattern is beautiful, and I love the color combinations—it also comes in gold on black. It looks so regal!”

Schumacher Chiang Mai Dragon

Schumacher Chiang Mai Dragon

5. Schumacher Chiang Mai Dragon: Back to the Orient, but this time—China. We’ve loved this pattern in a fabric, and we love it just as much as a wallcovering. Out of the four colorways, we love the Aquamarine over Lacquer, China Blue and Alabaster. We are enchanted with the dragon winding through and peeking out from behind the peonies and dahlias.

A Beautiful Setting, and a Very Happy Client

January 15th, 2010 by lisa
The finished table at the client's home

The finished table at the client's home

After attending the Christofle event on etiquette, a LRM Interior Design client asked Lisa if she was interested in a new project.

“He said that the event at Christofle was very timely, as he would be entertaining a special guest at his home, and wanted to host a few parties. He’s a bachelor, and confessed that he had nothing appropriate to serve dinner with or on,” Lisa remembers. “He owned some casualware, but wanted to create the right atmosphere with new silverware, glassware, china, and linens.”

Even with less than two weeks to the party date, Lisa wasn’t worried, just excited at this fantastic project. After going to the house to assess what the client had—which was practically nothing—Lisa and senior designer Jan Smith were on a mission, gallivanting around Orange County to find the best tableware and accessories to go with his home.

“It wasn’t just “shopping,” explains Lisa. “We completely designed the table around the client’s décor, and even took fabric swatches with us.” (read the rest of this post…)

A Bountiful Table and A Beautiful Setting

December 14th, 2009 by jennifermyers
Robert Esterley, Marta Monahan and Lisa McDennon at Marche Moderne at South Coast Plaza

Robert Esterley, Marta Monahan and Lisa McDennon at Marche Moderne at South Coast Plaza

Before the holidays started in full, Lisa McDennon attended an event at South Coast Plaza‘s Marché Moderne, held by Christofle and Robert Esterley, one of Orange County’s premiere interior designers.

The purpose of the event was not only to teach attendees about how to create the perfect table setting for your holiday guests, but also to instruct on the proper etiquette for social interaction.

Author Marta Monahan, whose book Your Bouquet of Beautiful Things has inspired countless readers, gave a presentation on etiquette that included the correct ways to place a glass on the table, fold your napkin in your lap, butter bread while dining, amongst other crucial tips on manners.

Lisa was fascinated by Robert’s grace as he placed the china, silver and other accessories on his display buffet table. “His movements were so smooth and full of intention, it was awesome,” remembers Lisa. “I felt like I was watching a choreographed dance!”

One of Lisa’s guests included a long-time client, who also happened to be a confirmed bachelor. During the presentations, he approached Lisa with a question. “My client had planned two parties for a special guest from out of town,” Lisa recalls. “The Christofle event reminded him that he did not own any matching china, serving bowls or plates, or even glassware or table linens! He needed my help.”

Lisa and Senior Designer Jan Smith leapt into action to create the perfect table for their client’s two parties. Don’t miss the upcoming blog about how it all turned out!

“My client’s request made me realize something,” says Lisa. “Many of my clients might not know all the ways I can help them!”

Do you need help designing your table or home for a special event? Lisa Rachelle McDennon Interior Design can help.

A display created by Robert Esterley with Christofle products

A display created by Robert Esterley with Christofle products

An elegant table setting by Robert Esterley

An elegant table setting by Robert Esterley