Inspiring your Home and Lifestyle
Cozy, Chic Linens: Rethink relaxation with inviting options from local retailers
The “Torcello” collection from Italy’s Signoria Firenze has a luxurious silky fabric with an elegant, refined appearance. Jayson Cain Interiors, jaysoncaininteriors.com
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French Flair: Travel abroad and back in time with luxe fabrics, artful furnishings, and a combination of modern and classical elements that speak to the Art Deco movement
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Wing-patterned custom pillow. Phoenix Interiors, Little Rock, phoenixlittlerock.com
Black coasters with brass inlay and Art Deco-inspired dangle earrings. Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, facebook.com/cobblestoneandvine
Velvet quilt, white and gold ceramic jars, and marble dish. Providence Design, Little Rock, providenceltddesign.com
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Before & After: The owners of a 1905 Fayetteville home call on Jessica DeBari to reimagine their traditional dining room in a fresh new light
A passion for the past brought designer Jessica DeBari and her clients together for this dining room makeover. “We live a few blocks away, and our sons are about the same age,” Jessica says. “We’ve bonded over the trials of renovating older houses as well as antiques. We all love going on these little treasure hunts.”…
Marry function and style with sinks, tubs, faucets, and appliances that check both boxes
The “Mendocino” freestanding bathtub from Native Trails is handcrafted by artisans using an innovative and sustainable cement and jute fiber mixture. Available in four finishes, including Ash (shown here), Pearl, Earth, and Slate. Anderson Electric & Plumbing, andersonep.com; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, ferguson.com; J&B Supply, jandbsupply.com; PC Hardware, pchdwe.com; Plumb Perfect, springdalewinnelson.com; Sanders Supply, sanderssupply.net…
Savanna Style: Regard for natural influences, vivid patterns, and hand-crafted artistry are hallmarks of this continent’s design elements
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Giraffe-print tray. Phoenix Interiors, Little Rock, phoenixlittlerock.com
Kazi woven catch-all basket. Bear Hill Interiors, Little Rock, bearhillinteriors.com
Beaded Saba bracelets and Ankara pleated fans. Korto Momolu, Little Rock, kortomomolu.com
African mud cloth and necklace with rooster medallion. Bella Vita Jewelry, Little Rock, bellavitajewelry.net…
Before & After: AC Designs creates a bright and happy master bedroom for a Little Rock couple
For years, Amy Terry and Candace Davis enjoyed designing their own homes, occasionally helping friends, and creating welcoming classrooms (they are both prekindergarten teachers); however, they didn’t realize they were quickly creating a new business. In 2018, thanks to word-of-mouth recommendations from friends, the two started to take on more and more clients and launched AC Designs. “We do a mix of projects—everything from new builds and renovations to quick décor updates. It has grown more than we anticipated and has become a full-time second job for us,” Amy says….
Upgrade your furnishings and fixtures with new options for every room of the home
Above: Designed by Australian model Miranda Kerr, the Love. Joy. Bliss. collection features soft, feminine hues and clean, geometric lines. Art of Design, shadavari.com; Southern Loft, mysouthernloft.com…
Asian Inspiration: From layered neutrals and clean lines to classic chinoiserie, designers all over the world have turned east for style cues for centuries
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Paper fan, vintage lacquerware rice bowls, and shibori-dyed textiles made at one of South Main Creative’s classes. (Check their website for class information.) South Main Creative, Little Rock, southmaincreative.com
Bamboo tea tray, teacups, and matcha bowls. Abbi’s Teas & Things, Little Rock, abbiteas.com…
Designer Krista Lewis renovates a kitchen to complement its home’s era and the family’s style
Built in 1966, the Little Rock home April and David Messersmith share with their three children was remodeled when the family moved in 13 years ago. However, both their style and needs have evolved over the past decade, prompting them to call local designer Krista Lewis to update several spaces in the home, including the kitchen. “Krista and I were sorority sisters at the University of Arkansas, so it was a lot of fun to get to work with a friend on this project,” April says. The two shared a common goal of renovating the room while keeping the style in line with the home’s midcentury architecture….
Updates Underfoot: New ideas for rugs, carpet, hardwoods, and tile abound
1, 3 & 4 Accent rugs, available in a variety of sizes. Hadidi Rug & Design Gallery, hadidiruggallery.com
2, 5 & 6 Accent rugs, available in a variety of sizes. Martinous Oriental Rug Co., martinous.com…
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