Inspiring your Home and Lifestyle
Trending Tropical: No vacation plans? No problem! Take a holiday at home with island-inspired décor
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Striped throw blanket with pom-poms, teal glass water goblets, pearlized ammonites, and ceramic sea anemone. Bear Hill Interiors, Little Rock, bearhillinteriors.com
A House by the Sea by Bunny Williams and turquoise and shell earrings. Fresh i.d., Little Rock, (501) 478-6006…
An updated layout and light, neutral design elements are hallmarks of this makeover
When this Little Rock family of five purchased their house from friends, they knew it was a place they’d want to call home for years to come. However, as much as they loved the new space, they were eager to make a few updates to give the home a more current feel—and to make it their own. “They realized the kitchen was an area they could tackle pretty quickly,” says designer Sarah Finley of Finley Design Group. Sarah, who worked in corporate design for a number of years before getting her contractor’s license, formed Finley Design Group in 2014. Here, she and Heather Fuller, who has a background in both design and furniture retail, work side-by-side on projects of all sizes from concept to completion. The pair’s goal for this renovation was to make the room more user-friendly while adding sophistication….
Update your look with new draperies, upholstery, or accessories in one of these selections
Lee Jofa’s Paolo Moschino for Nicholas Haslam line featuring (from left): “Zelda Stripe” pillow in Blue, “Brussels” pillow in Oyster, “Beijing Blossom” pillow in Navy, and “Elba Stripe” bench cushion in Navy. The wallpaper is also “Beijing Blossom” in Navy. Cynthia East Fabrics, cynthiaeastfabrics.com; Designer Effects, designereffects.net; Draped & Tailored, facebook.com/drapedandtailored; Fabric Gallery, thefabricgallery.com; Laura’s Draperies & Blinds, laurasdraperies.com; M. Grace at Home, mgraceathome.com; Statements for the Home, statementsforthehome.com…
Coastal Living: Find inspiration in nature, neutrals, and all things Southern for a look that is Charleston chic
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Gien “Sologne” plate with snipe, Vietri “Wildlife” plates with black hunting dog and mallard, and rattan dinner charger. Tipton & Hurst, Little Rock, tiptonhurst.com
Etched whiskey glass and The Southerner’s Handbook: A Guide to Living the Good Life and Good Dog: True Stories of Love, Loss, and Loyalty, both by the editors of Garden & Gun. Southern Life, Little Rock, shopsouthernlife.com
Vintage Louis Vuitton locket necklace. Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock, cynthiaeastfabrics.com…
Cool Countertops: Are you team dark and dramatic or do you prefer the lighter, brighter side when it comes to your surfaces? Read on to find options for both
Cambria’s “Harrogate” is a rich blend of both light and dark hues that makes a statement in this contemporary bath. Barton’s of Monticello, bartons-lumber.com; BMC Design Center, buildwithbmc.com; C&D Interiors, (479) 445-6062; Carr Plumbing, carrplumbinginc.com; Countertop Concepts, (870) 892-0086; Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, kitchensofarkansas.com; Kitchen and Bath Ideas, kitchenandbathideas.biz; Kitchen Distributors, kitchendistributorsinc.com; Lumber One Home Center, lumberonehomecenter.com; ProSource of Little Rock, prosourcewholesale.com; Ridout Lumber, ridoutlumber.com; Stubbs Home Center, stubbshomecenter.com; Superior Floors & Design Center, (870) 231-6901; The Countertop Store, thecountertopstorear.com
South by Southwest: Native American, Spanish, and pioneer influences fuse in effortless Santa Fe style
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Cotton slub throw, carved wooden birds, and The Rituals: Simple Practices to Cultivate Well-Being, Deepening Relationships, and Discover Your True Purpose by Natalie MacNeil. Box Turtle, Little Rock, shopboxturtle.com
Patterned tablecloth. Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock, cynthiaeastfabrics.com
Antique sterling silver and turquoise necklaces and bolo tie. Bella Vita Jewelry, Little Rock, bellavitajewelry.net…
Local designers share their top paint picks for bedrooms, living spaces, and kitchens
Above: Design by Andrea Brooks and Ashley Cardiel, Ashley Cardiel Interiors. Paint color: Farrow & Ball’s “Hague Blue”
Sherwin-Williams’ “Sensible Hue” and “Illusive Green”
“In master suites, I enjoy using Sensible Hue and then creating an accent wall in Illusive Green.” — Sandy Sutton, Sandy Sutton’s Design Center
Farrow & Ball’s “Parma Gray”
“The master suite should be a haven, a respite from the worries and work of the day. I try to encourage my clients to select muted, soft, soothing colors. I have recently used Parma Gray, and I love it.” — Mara Lamb Malcolm, Lamb’s Interior Design
Sherwin-Williams’ “Sea Salt”
“My absolute favorite color for any master, no matter the style of the client, is Sea Salt. This soothing color truly makes you feel like you are on vacation.” — Marie Jeffery, Marie Jeffery Design…
Isles of Style: Key motifs and azure hues offer a fresh take on Aegean-inspired classics
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Mykonos Muse by Lizy Manola. Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, cobblestoneandvine.com
Beaded necklace and striped tablecloth with Greek key motif. Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock, cynthiaeastfabrics.com
White ceramic vase with face, matte black vase with handles, and Reprotique acrylic soap dishes. Tipton & Hurst, Little Rock, tiptonhurst.com…
In Camden, a mix of old and new combine for a fresh recipe in the kitchen
Grace Murphree has countless memories in the home she shares with her husband, Mike. That’s in part because she grew up in the house, which belonged to her mother originally. After their children left for college, Grace and Mike were ready to update the space to suit their tastes and usher in a new phase of family life. Built in 1974, few changes had been made to the space when the Murphrees consulted Talena Ray of Providence Design….
Whether you’re still enjoying a fire or ready for a dip in the pool, check out these ideas to customize your space
Lloyd Flanders’s “Generations” sofa, chairs, and ottoman in Sea Glass and coffee and side tables in White. Burton Pools & Spas, burtonpools.com; Congo Fireplace & Patio, congofp.com; Family Leisure, familyleisure.com; Ken Rash’s Arkansas, kenrashsoutdoorfurniture.com…
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