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Why This Works

October 20, 2011 by Amber Filed Under: why works series


Happy Thursday and welcome to the series Why This Works… where I highlight a designed space and talk about why (I think) it’s perfection. This living and dining space is chic, fun and ready for entertaining!

Source: decorpad.com via Simple on Pinterest

I love the cool shade of gray as the backdrop for the walls- it really allows the white slipcovered furniture to stand out. It’s also a great wall color when incorporating pops of color for the different seasons and holidays. It’s really a great jumping off point for any color and style. For this space, they chose to keep the color scheme neutral, with chic pops of white, black and touches of gold for a dramatic impact. The large gold framed mirror by the dining area is a beautiful focal point and really stands out against the neutral backdrop. The drum shade above the dining table is a nice modern touch and works well paired with the traditional seating in the space. For the living room area, I love the patterned area rug underneath the gorgeous shiny coffee table. It adds such warmth and dimension to the room. The zebra rug gives a wow factor and adds a bit of glam to all of the white seating. The coffee table has fun and practical accessories and I love the bowl with the gold on the inside- such a pretty and thoughtful touch that plays off of the mirror in the dining space. For me, this space works!

What are your thoughts on this space?

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Hi, I'm Amber... a wife, mom and interior decorator. I am the writer of Simple Dwellings and the designer behind Amber B Design. Blog topics are all things design, with the occasional DIY attempt! Thanks for stopping by Read more...

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