Decorating · October 4, 2021

NEW FROM KEVIN FRANCIS DESIGN: ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPHY PRINTS

Cloud photography art print by Kevin O'Gara above antique dresser in New York apartment design on Thou Swell #clouds #sky #photography #artprint #homedecor #homedecorideas #homedesign (via Architectural Digest, photography by Fran Parente)

My art collection is growing on Kevin Francis Design, with the addition of these new photography prints! Like the mixed-media collages, these original pieces are available unframed or framed, with five classic options: white, black, silver, gold, or burl wood. Inspired by nature, the prints pop with bright florals and blue sky and offer a contemporary touch to any empty wall or gallery in your home. See virtual placements of some of my fine art prints below!
“NEW FROM KEVIN FRANCIS DESIGN: ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPHY PRINTS”

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Decorating · September 20, 2021

URBAN OUTFITTERS’ SOPHISTICATED PIED-A-TERRE FURNITURE COLLECTION

Pied-a-terre furniture collection by Urban Outfitters home with cream and black frame sofa with burl coffee table on Thou Swell (Cora Sofa)

Urban Outfitters’ home decor selection has always contained hidden gems, but recently they’ve been releasing full-fledged furniture collections which I’ve been loving. Their latest Pied-a-Terre release for fall includes some really streamlined pieces that bridge classic and modern with great textures and materials. From burl coffee and console tables to that pretty black-frame sofa above, I’m digging the sophisticated urban look they put together with this chic collection. Check out my favorite pieces and more decor below.
“URBAN OUTFITTERS’ SOPHISTICATED PIED-A-TERRE FURNITURE COLLECTION”

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Decorating · September 16, 2021

SWELL SHOPPING: AN EXUBERANT BLUE LIVING ROOM IN SPAIN

An exuberant blue living room in Spain by designer Jorge Vasquez, shop the look on Thou Swell #livingroom #livingroomdesign #spain #madrid #interiordesign #livingroomdesign #homedesign #homedecor(via Elle Decor, photography by Pablo Sarabia)

In a lively historic apartment in Madrid, Spain, designer Jorge Vasquez utilizes bold contrasts of color, form, and style to define his home. The living room, with original basalt-and-marble floors and pine doors, features playful trim swathed in a cool, saturated mid-blue (similar to Farrow & Ball’s Parma Grey). The floral armchairs and modern mirrored coffee table make an energetic pairing in this space, which inspired the design board below full of finds you can shop directly. See this exuberant living room design below.
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Interiors · September 15, 2021

INSIDE A CONTEMPORARY FARMHOUSE IN PASTORAL ALABAMA

Modern farmhouse dining room design in Mountain Brook, Alabama by Paul Bates and Melanie Pounds on Thou Swell #farmhouse #alabama #southernhome #hometour #homedesign #interiordesign(via Veranda, photography by Brian Woodcock)

On pastoral, meadow acreage in the countryside of Alabama, architect Paul Bates and designer Melanie Pounds conceived of a contemporary farmhouse designed for easy open-door living and entertaining. The light-filled house makes use of materiality to bring the neutral color scheme to life, and careful architectural details add character to the new-build design. Limestone floors in the dining room above transition to white oak, handsome paneling, and a few key cool-toned Farrow & Ball paint colors. Step inside this modern country home below.
“INSIDE A CONTEMPORARY FARMHOUSE IN PASTORAL ALABAMA”

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DIY Projects · August 19, 2021

A GLOWY CANDLELIT SUMMER DINNER TABLE SETTING WITH PLASTI DIP

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Plasti Dip. All opinions are 100% mine.

Glowy candlelit summer table setting with Phoenician Yellow PlastiDip peelable spray paint DIY project on Thou Swell #diy #diyproject #plastidip #spraypaint #yellowpaint #tablesetting #tablescape #dinnerparty

Inspired by the soft yellow “Phoenician Yellow” Plasti Dip spray paint, I created a glowing summer tablescape with yellow-painted vintage candleholders and vases. I had fun searching through my local vintage store for a few mismatched accents for the table like milk glass taper candleholders and a tin plate for holding a pillar candle. To unify these treasures I used the spray paint to create a matching set of yellow decor for the dinner table, which matched the warm glow of the candles. See how it all came together below!
“A GLOWY CANDLELIT SUMMER DINNER TABLE SETTING WITH PLASTI DIP”

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