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Trendy Tuesday

Tuesday’s top ten trendy picks!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Hello honeysuckle. Cool clean colours mixed with pops of pastel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.Tall, dark and handsome. Use dark, bold wall colours.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. Sitting pretty. Contemporary design with vintage accents.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. Mad about plaid. Decorating with a masculine flare.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5. In the raw. Industrial kitchens in residential applications.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6. Go big or go home. Over sized decor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7. Gold Star. Furniture in gold, silver and bronze.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8. The Great Wall. Wallpaper applications here there and everywhere.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9. I am Lion hear me roar. Animal print accents.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10. Hold your horses. Large photographic images of horses.

Images via 1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Happy Weekend

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I made it through my first week back at work after the holidays! I’m looking forward to hosting my sister’s baby shower this weekend.  Yes I’ll be an auntie for the first time! I couldn’t resist posting these adorable inspirational decor shots I’m going to do my best to draw from.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Images via 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

 

Back to life back to reality…

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

After a wonderful Christmas holiday and an even better 2 week vacation in Bali I’m back in the office. Still trying to adjust from a life where the biggest decision I had to make was whether to surf, tan by the pool, shop the markets or go for a $5 massage. My trip has revived and refreshed me and I’m excited for what 2012 will bring. Stay tuned for updates on upcoming projects JKD has in the works and some goals I’ve set that I’m looking forward to sharing with you. Hope your year is off to a stellar start so far!

Art Basil 2011

This December had the pleasure of attending Art Basil Miami. Art Basil (pronounced Bah sel) is like a sugar high for culturites, artists, collectors and designers alike. Deemed the second biggest Art Fair in the world (next to Art Basil Switzerland) it takes place every December in Miami Beach, Florida. Basil features more than 260 leading galleries from North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa. Showcasing works by more than 2,000 artists of the 20th and 21st centuries it’s next to impossible to see everything in just the short half week it invades the city. While most of the work is displayed in the Miami Convention Center, there are outdoor displays, public & private galleries, private homes, offices, and hotels everywhere displaying art. The entire city is one big inspiration after another.  After quickly realizing I was never going to be able to see it all I had to devise a plan of attack. The convention center, albeit filled with incredible works of art was however just that, a convention center. We decided to focus on the private galleries, outdoor displays and the Wynwood Design District. The Wynwood area was definitely my favourite. The streets are filled with graffiti and local artists who open up their work shops and galleries to the public. Unfortunately with my champagne taste and beer budget I didn’t manage to bring any art home, perhaps next year.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With my girlfriend and fellow designer pal Laura Hay in front The Wynood Kitchen.

 

 

 

 

 

 

NYC Eats – Saxon & Parole

I have just returned from a fabulous weekend in New York City.  While in the Big Apple, I consider eating (as I do shopping) a sport.  We basically go from shop (ok there are usually some museums thrown in there as well) to restaurant, shop to restaurant.  My mission before I leave is to find a restaurant that makes my mouth water, not just for the food of course but for the design.  Mission accomplished! The name Saxon & Parole comes from two 19th-century racehorses. One restaurant review called it ‘stable chic decor’, this is a perfect description for this warm and rustic atmosphere. If you happen to find yourself in the Bowery district.. heck if you happen to find yourself in New York city, Saxon & Parole is must for dinner.

Chef Brad Farmerie, Interior Design by Avro KO

Sneak Peak – Dream Decorating Job

If you follow me on twitter you would have caught some of my updates on a recent client reveal I completed. This was the kind of project that makes me truly LOVE my job. This client, this delightful and amazing client to work with I might add, pushed me out of my comfort zone in the beginning stages and requested BOLD COLOUR for her living room. My approach is usually to start with a more neutral palette and add subtle hits of colour. This time bold colour was our jumping off point. A different direction for me but the end result was quite pleasing.

These are just a few of my own shots. I’m waiting on professional shots. More to come on the library and bedroom for this client as well.

Foodie Friday – Creating a Colour Scheme from Food Photography

Current obsession;  food blogs and ‘styled’ food photography. I love how these photographs inspire and evoke a colour palette for a design scheme. How do certain colours make you feel? Warm, hungry, comfortable, sleepy, calm, restless, energized, organized?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Images sourced from Mowielicious

Mentionable Mondays

On le blog today  ‘Mentionable Monday’, a short list of some of my favorite suppliers.

Allset Interiors – my go to supplier for tiles and counter top. Maria, the owner and her son Michael are beyond helpful when it comes to finding what I need for my projects. And if they don’t have it, they’ll find it! Allset carries a wide variety of glass, ceramic, and natural stone tiles along with marble, granite, CeaserStone and Corian counter top. Whether it’s a commercial or residential job Allset will provide professional installers for on site measurments and installation.

Jessica Kelly Design Kitchen, Tiles & Countertop supplied by Allset Interiors

Quality Upholstery – I have been using Quality Upholstery since the start of my design career. Allen, the owner, looks after all my upholstery needs. From custom headboards, sofas, chairs, duvets, pillows, window seats, table cloths, you name it he can do it. They are a pleasure to work with and the workmanship is second to none.

Interior Design Jessica Kelly Design, Window Seat, Sofa, Headboard and duvet by Quality Upholstery

Cabinet Furniture – I have only recently had the pleasure of working with Ron from Cabinet furniture. He has produced 4 gorgeous custom pieces for 2 projects of mine. His line of furniture suits the traditional, transitional or contemporary home. Each piece of furniture is crafted from high quality solid wood and sprayed with a durable, lasting finish specified to your taste.

More interior shots of Cabinet furniture’s work to follow shortly in a new post which will feature a recent client reveal.

Joanna Ferraro Painting – Joanna has created several custom paintings for my clients.  Each piece is tailored to the client’s interior and taste. Some of Joanna’s work can be found on Etsy, where she has expanded her collection to include paintings on reclaimed wood.

Thompson Residence Bachelor - Jessica Kelly Design

Interior Design Jessica Kelly Design, Paintings Joanna Ferraro Painting

Spooky Spectacles Happy Halloween Decor

Happy Halloweeeeen! A little inspiration for your Halloween Decor!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

images 1. pinterest 2. bellmaison 3. thesocietyglobal 4. marthastewart 5. hostessblog 6. pintrest

Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous – Ellen and Portia at Home

This month’s Architectural Digest features the Beverly Hills home of Ellen DeGenres and Portia de Rossi. Designed by architects Buff & Hensman and decorated by Melinda Ritz. The house is an eclectic mix of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture.

I love the juxtaposition of the table in the first image,  an 18th century French work table with modern pieces such as the lighting and artwork. The art is an Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat collaboration, only the rich and famous!.. sigh

Some other drool worthy images to note below; the glass ping pong table with the perfectly graphic spider-like Serge Mouille chandelier above, the Louis XVI bergères in the living room and of course something no  celebrity can ever have enough off… ample closet space for your stilettos and sneakers!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

images via Architectural Digest