Many of the rooms in this cabin were wood-paneled and had a dark feel. The designers decided to make the interiors lighter by painting the walls white. The beautiful natural tones in California redwood were exposed on the ceilings. The exposed wood beams at the ceiling and the cowhide ottoman give this living space a rustic vibe. Sunlight floods through the two windows on either side of the living room. This simple living space features a white, minimalist palette and medium-grain wood accents. The trim that frames three interior windows gives you a glimpse at the kitchen adjacent. Above the fireplace, a Southwestern wall hang is added to add some festive color.
This fireplace with banco seat was finished with American clay mixed with straw. To make the Saltillo tile floors appear older, dark stain was applied to them. This is a boho-chic sitting area with layers of colorful fabrics. There are also pillows and a basket.
Pictured above: Minna Goods Wandering Minna Rug, $850, hand-sourced Antique Glass Bottle, $95, consignment Four Point Elk Antler, $80, Minna Goods Formas Shag Pillow, $185, Womenfolk Vintage Kilim Boots, $98. Set the tone as soon as you open the front door. Create an entryway that’s orderly but not too polished, with a color palette inspired by the landscape: dusty reds and a range of blues to capture every shade of the sky, mixed with warm browns.
Though remodeled in 1989, this historic Santa Fe home retains many of its original architectural details, including the heavy wood doors and ancient beams seen in the foyer that leads to the dining space. An oversized, sun-washed rug complements the Old World aesthetic and softens the floors. This Santa Fe breakfast nook is full of interest thanks to clay artwork, painted wall decals and a paisley-printed banquette. An adobe fireplace anchors the far corner and ensures that the room stays warm.
A pair of smaller cube ottomans covered in a grid pattern fabric sit under a shell white curved-top console table just off a great room’s seating area. Large custom art by artist Celery Jones hangs above and brings the scenic Texas landscape inside. Cowboy boots add a quintessential Texan touch. A series of staircases stay connected to this house via open railings and stairwells. The bold red-and-black runner rug leads the eye through the space. This installation of vintage Bracero hats hangs in the stairway between the first and second floor of a Mexican-inspired restaurant. The display, paired with a rustic wood dresser and mounted metal horse heads, creates an overwhelming sense of authenticity. Braceros were Mexican laborers who worked fields particularly in California during WWII when American laborers were fighting overseas.
The second home for a couple based in L.A., this two-story penthouse in Seattle easily reflects their edgy tastes. In the entry hall, for example, 5-foot-long chainmaille chandeliers make quite the impact, while a photo set of Bob Marley offers a glimpse of the rare art that's featured across the home. Leanne Ford is an expert at creating texturally interesting tableaus. Here, a wooden midcentury modern cabinet gets topped by a photograph and two sculptural objects, as seen on HGTV's Restored by the Fords. Giving a 200-year-old home in historic Old Santa Fe, New Mexico, a clean, contemporary look — without sacrificing its authentic character — is a challenge the designers at Samuel Design don’t take lightly. To strike just the right note, they worked with a light touch, allowing the lines of the architecture to guide them, and keeping the color palette quiet, introducing a few high spots of warm color and rich texture through accessories and artwork.
This penthouse in Seattle, two stories high, is the second home of an L.A. couple. For example, the 5-foot-long, chainmaille chandeliers in the entry hall make a big impact. A Bob Marley photo set is also featured throughout the home. Leanne Ford has mastered the art of creating visually interesting tableaus. A wooden midcentury modern cabinet is topped by a photograph, and two sculptural objects. This was as seen on HGTV’s Restored By the Fords. Samuel Design has taken on the challenge of giving a 200 year-old house in Old Santa Fe (New Mexico) a contemporary, clean look without sacrificing its original character. To strike the perfect note, they used a light touch. They allowed the architecture to guide them. While keeping the color palette simple, they added a few pops of warmth and rich texture through accessories.