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robinson interiors front porch planter box driveway orange door philadelphia designerhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/front-door.jpgfront doorhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/img-7347.jpgimg-73472018-08-29T18:30:42+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2018/05/16/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-its-been-awhile-post-40/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/siding-repairs-at-the-shack-in-the-southern-poconos-robinson-interiors-e1526481370385.jpgSiding Repairs at The Shack in the Southern Poconos Robinson InteriorsWe tore off much of the siding on this corner of the sunroom and chimney at The Shack. It had some rot, and other damage that needed to be remedied. This took up a lot of time, effort and funds, but we're happy with the results! Maintenance is a constant battle with a vacation home. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/the-shack-southern-poconos-ready-for-a-golf-cart-ride-front-porch-kristine-robinsons-interiors.jpgThe Shack Southern Poconos Ready for a golf cart ride Front Porch Kristine Robinsons InteriorsOur little golf cart parked off the front porch and ready for a ride down to the lake. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/mr-v-southern-poconos-bear-kristine-robinsons-interiors.jpgMr V Southern Poconos Bear Kristine Robinsons InteriorsAnd yes, we do get Black Bears in our neighborhood. This guy got his photo taken just down the road a piece from The Shack, but we've actually had bear visitors on our property too. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/nighttime-fun-at-the-shack-southern-poconos-jim-thorpe-pa-deck-porch-kristine-robinsons-interiors-2.jpgNighttime fun at The Shack Southern Poconos Jim Thorpe PA Deck Porch Kristine Robinsons Interiors (2)After cooking the food on the fire-pit, we enjoy a meal on the large deck which opens right off the kitchen at The Shack. Lots of good conversation and yummy food is enjoyed right here!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/fire-pit-at-the-shack-southern-poconos-jim-thorpe-pa-kristine-robinsons-interiors-2.jpgFire Pit at The Shack Southern Poconos Jim Thorpe PA Kristine Robinsons Interiors (2)Cooking out on our fire-pit is another fun activity at The Shack. We love having friends over to enjoy the outdoors. 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This group was crossing our street one afternoon. Why did the turkey cross the road?2018-05-16T14:49:40+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/06/01/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-the-finished-teen-boys-bedroom/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/teen-boys-bedroom-at-the-shack-bed.jpgTeen Boys Bedroom at The Shack BedAnd that brings us back around full-circle. It's quite a transformation from that original dingy little bedroom at The Shack. I must say, adding new white wood trim, the board and batten accent wall, new carpeting, and the fun colorful accents made such huge difference. I hope you'll agree it's a great place for a teen boy to spend his free time! Grady seems to like it, and that's what really counts!!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/teen-boys-bedroom-artwork.jpgTeen Boys Bedroom ArtworkWe also added a small row of hooks to keep things tidy. Grady can hang his computer bag and other items like his headphones here. The wood echoes the picture frames nicely.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/teen-boys-bedroom-at-the-shack-desk-corner.jpgTeen Boys Bedroom at The Shack Desk CornerUnder the window is this lovely Victorian Desk. You can also see the custom window cornice in this image. Just that one vivid element adds so much interest to the room! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/teen-boys-bedroom-at-the-shack-entry-door.jpgTeen Boys Bedroom at The Shack Entry DoorAt the foot of Grady's bed we added a small chest (also painted black) with a small gallery grouping of artwork. I incorporated a vintage hubcap, galvanized metal letter 'G', an antique mirror, and a light up video game sign just for fun!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/teen-boys-bedroom-at-the-shack-closet-corner.jpgTeen Boys Bedroom at The Shack Closet CornerIf we rotate around the room, the closet door comes into view. We placed a small vintage bookcase (which I painted black) between the closet and entry door. It provides fun storage and space for some decorative accessories. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/teen-boys-bedroom-at-the-shack-close-up-of-blue-wall-and-corner.jpgTeen Boys Bedroom at The Shack Close Up of Blue wall and CornerThe blue board and batten accent wall definitely anchors the bedroom and draws your eye as soon as you enter the space. Using fabric which echoes that color, combined with a highly contrasting orange was the perfect bold choice to combine with that wall! This room has a lot of bright colorful accents, but I think we got the proportion of color just right by focusing primarily on the bold blue of the paint color: SW6516 Down Pour.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/teen-boys-bedroom-at-the-shack-peek-inside.jpgTeen Boys Bedroom at The Shack Peek InsideA sneak peek into Grady's Teen Boy Bedroom at The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/the-shack-teen-boys-bedroom-blue-white-multi.jpgThe Shack Teen Boys Bedroom Blue White MultiGrady's Teen Boy Bedroom at The Shack, with its blue board and batten accent wall, custom orange and blue window cornice and bolster, and, of course, the black recliner. It turned out so great!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/p1220051.jpgP12200512018-04-16T15:10:48+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2018/01/03/robinson-interiors-top-5-new-years-resolutions-for-your-home/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/robinson-interiors-top-5-new-years-resolutions-for-your-home-paint-color-green-greenery-banquette-dining.jpgRobinson Interiors Top 5 New Years Resolutions for Your Home Paint Color Green Greenery Banquette DiningAdding a bright pop of colors to your walls or even going with an updated neutral will instantly update your existing furnishings. Here I added a does of the 2017 Pantone Color of the Year: Greenery. The fresh spring green hue enhances the client's existing artwork and creates a fresh, appetizing color for this kitchen dining area.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/robinson-interiors-top-5-new-years-resolutions-plants-updated-houseplants-succulents-freshen.jpgRobinson Interiors Top 5 New Years Resolutions Plants Updated Houseplants Succulents FreshenIn this soothing bedroom, I added a pretty live succulent arrangement to each of the windowsills. The colorful foliage adds texture and life to the space and makes a simple yet powerful addition to the soothing colors in this restful space. It's amazing how impactful something as simple as a houseplant can be!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/robinson-interiors-top-5-new-years-resolutions-for-your-home-artwork-refresh-prints-accent-colors.jpgRobinson Interiors Top 5 New Years Resolutions for Your Home Artwork Refresh Prints Accent ColorsAdding some new artwork which incorporates your new accent color can make a world of difference! In this client's living room, I selected colorful new lamps and a pair of lovely updated botanical prints to add a pop of teal to the mostly neutral interior. The otherwise bland space was instantly brightened and enhanced with these two simple additions. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/robinson-interiors-top-5-new-years-resolutions-lighting-updated-table-lamp.jpgRobinson Interiors Top 5 New Years Resolutions Lighting Updated Table LampDon't forget that lighting is sculpture that lights up! A new, more modern shape and a fresh updated shade can add an exciting new touch to your existing interior. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/rensel-atlanta-shoot-208.jpgRobinson Interiors Greenery Spring Green Accessories Top 5 New Years Resolutions for Your HomeAdding a fresh new accent color can completely freshen up your existing interiors! In this client's home, I added a springy green majolica plate, some vintage books, and a pretty pottery vase to add a pop of color in an otherwise dark bookshelf interior. 2018-01-03T17:13:18+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/09/17/harbor-inspiration-in-newport-ri/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/p1260031.jpgP1260031https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/p1260298.jpgThe Oliver Hazard PerryThe Oliver Hazard Perry is the largest privately owned tall ship and largest civilian sail training vessel in the United States. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/p1260314.jpgOliver Hazard Perry in the foreground with Newport RI Bridge and SailboatHere's a view of the Newport, RI bridge and a sailboat with the Oliver Hazard Perry ship in the foreground.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/p1250994.jpgOliver Hazard Perry BoatThis boat is newly built and is called the Oliver Hazard Perry. It serves as a school for boatbuilding.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/p1260021.jpgNewport mansion with boats in the harborA lovely Newport, RI mansion with boats in the harbor,https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/p1250974.jpgSailboat with Newport Rhode Island Bridge BeyondSailboat with Newport Rhode Island Bridge.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/p1250923.jpgCastle Hill Resort with SailboatsThe historic Castle Hill Inn can be seen to the left with several sailboats in front.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/p1250905.jpgBlack SailboatA gorgeous Black Sailboat in Newport, RIhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/p1250886.jpgClingstone 'House on a Rock'This is the historic home called Clingstone, which is known to locals as 'The House on a Rock'.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/p1250854.jpgP12508542017-09-17T15:10:09+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/07/27/the-2017-mansion-in-may-alnwick-hall-and-the-family-room-bar-game-room-post-2/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/2017-mansion-in-may-the-family-room-game-room-bar-window-alcove-detail.jpg2017 Mansion in May The Family Room Game Room Bar Window Alcove DetailI'll leave you with this parting shot of the window alcove in the Family Room at the 2017 Mansion in May. In this photo you can see the stitched leather butterfly sling chairs and the cloche Edison bulb lamps on the heat register (used here as a console). I thought the designer did a terrific job accessorizing here: not too much stuff and just enough to enhance these lovely windows, without feeling too formal or stuffy. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/2017-mansion-in-may-the-family-room-game-room-bar-window-alcove.jpg2017 Mansion in May The Family Room Game Room Bar Window AlcoveThis part is my favorite: a lovely little sitting area in front of the fabulous stained glass windows. This little alcove is a perfect spot for watching a game of pool, or just enjoying a cocktail with friends. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/2017-mansion-in-may-the-family-room-game-room-bar-area.jpg2017 Mansion in May The Family Room Game Room Bar AreaThe bar area had some amazing features. In addition to the three televisions behind the bar, there is shelving with LED lights. There are also lights underneath the countertop, just above the barstools, which highlights the carved linenfold panel details of the bar front beautifully! You might also notice the beer taps on the right, which are operated on a lift so the taps can disappear into down into the countertop, as desired. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/2017-mansion-in-may-the-family-room-game-room-bar-tv-area.jpg2017 Mansion in May The Family Room Game Room Bar TV AreaHere's a detailed shot of the television wall facing the sofa. You can see the designers placed a shelf for artwork above the television and also provided some display tables beneath. I love the warm, yet light neutrals used in the space, which enhance the existing dark paneling without overshadowing the historic details!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/2017-mansion-in-may-the-family-room-game-room-bar-post-by-robinson-interiors.jpg2017 Mansion in May The Family Room Game Room Bar Post by Robinson InteriorsThe large space now has a new function as a large Family Room. The designers chose a sofa and chairs for the TV viewing area (the TV is wall mounted on the wall to your right). There's also room for a pool table (with its own TV corner seen top right) and quite a large custom bar, which features three more TVs behind. That's a total of five televisions in this space!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/2017-mansion-in-may-family-room-game-room-bar-before-window-alcove.jpg2017 Mansion in May Family Room Game Room Bar BEFORE Window Alcovehttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/2017-mansion-in-may-family-room-game-room-bar-before.jpg2017 Mansion in May Family Room Game Room Bar BEFOREBEFORE: I did not take very many before photos of this space, when Grady and I visited the empty mansion back in February. However, this one shows the beautiful existing paneling already present in the family room. Those fabulous gothic tracery carved panels are just magnificent!2017-07-25T17:46:42+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/07/20/2017-mansion-in-may-the-living-room-with-floral-murals-post-1/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/living-room-mansion-in-may-sectional-after1.jpgLiving Room Mansion in May Sectional AFTERHere's one last look at the gorgeous Living Room in the 2017 Mansion in May as designed by Mark Alan Polo of Polo M.A. Inc.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/living-room-mansion-in-may-console-corner-after.jpgLiving Room Mansion in May Console Corner AFTERThis detail photo gives you a closer look at the modern console cabinets, lamps and artwork. You also get a better look at the hombre wall coloration with cascading roses at the crown. What a gorgeous way to enhance the room, while paying homage to the original ceilings!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/living-room-mansion-in-may-fireplace-after.jpgLiving Room Mansion in May fireplace AFTERAFTER: At the opposite end of the living room, we see the original fireplace mantel, flanked by a pair of console cabinets with matching lamps and artwork. A pair of modern sectional sofas with chaise ends creates a cozy sense of a room within a room in this half of the ample space. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/living-room-mansion-in-may-mirror-corner-after.jpgLiving Room Mansion in May Mirror Corner AFTERAnother corner features a large Victorian mirror, leaned against the wall. This reminds me so much of the mirror I used in my 2014 Mansion in May Sunroom...great minds think alike, I guess! In this image, you can see the mix of several antique pieces, used alongside more modern elements like the table, the lamp and the sconce. What a beautiful mix of classic and modern!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/living-room-mansion-in-may-breakfront-corner-after.jpgLiving Room Mansion in May Breakfront Corner AFTERA front corner of the living room shows a very large wood breakfront, which anchors a small sitting area featuring 2 tall modern upholstered wingback chairs. In this photo, you also can see the modern sculpture in the left corner, highlighted by a modern brass articulated sconce (one of several used throughout the living room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/living-room-mansion-in-may-after.jpgLiving Room Mansion in May AFTERAFTER: The dated and dark wallpaper was removed and replaced by stunning handpainted cascades of roses over a soft hombre turquoise ground. Surprisingly, the ornate chandelier has been removed and replaced by a simple, more modern yet elegant metal chandelier. While still scattering antiques throughout the space, the designer added some decidedly modern pieces to the space, including the upholstered pieces and lighting throughout. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/the-living-room-before-mantelpiece-and-wallpaper.jpgThe Living Room BEFORE Mantelpiece and wallpaperYou'll notice the dated wallpaper in this before image of the living room at the 2017 Mansion in May. It was a heavy burgundy paisley design and did nothing to enhance the soft, muted tones in the gorgeous ceiling mural.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/living-room-before-painted-ceiling-mural-and-chandelier.jpgLiving Room BEFORE painted ceiling mural and chandelierThe living room already featured this amazing ceiling with a handpainted floral motif. The soft, muted colors were stunning, alongside the generous moldings and architectural details throughout. 2017-07-20T21:34:04+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/05/18/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-installing-a-board-and-batten-wall-post-38/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/silvia-board-and-batten-wall-teen-boys-bedroom.jpgSilvia Board and Batten Wall Teen Boys BedroomSilvia is annoyed that all this is taking so long. She's ready for the room to be finished!! We're nearly there! Once the final coat of paint goes on and all the trim gets caulked, we'll be inserting all the furnishings. I can't wait to share it with you! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/installing-board-and-batten-accent-wall-at-the-shack-spackle.jpgInstalling Board and Batten Accent Wall at The Shack SpackleAnd finally, you can see that we have all the boards permanently attached and have patched and spackled all the joints and nail holes. It kind of appears as if the wall has acne, doesn't it?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/installing-board-and-batten-accent-wall-at-the-shack-measurements.jpgInstalling Board and Batten Accent Wall at The Shack MeasurementsNext the top vertical boards are applied. We placed them all temporarily on the wall first, and made sure the position was right before permanently attaching them to the wall. There was lots of fine tuning and adjustments before we committed to the final placement of these boards. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/installing-board-and-batten-accent-wall-at-the-shack-horizontal.jpgInstalling Board and Batten Accent Wall at The Shack HorizontalHere you can see we have the top ceiling trim board and the baseboard trim board installed first. Then we proceeded with the board and batten wall by applying the horizontal board next. The board is not quite long enough to span the whole wall, so my husband carpenter angled the cut for a sturdy mitered joint that will hide very well when it's completed. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/board-and-batten-wall-with-one-horizontal-board.jpgBoard and Batten Wall with One Horizontal Board2017-05-17T17:59:15+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/05/01/mansion-in-may-2017-alnwick-hall-or-the-abbey/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/blue-gold-ballroom-at-2017-mansion-in-may-from-kristine-robinsons-interiors-blog.jpgBlue Gold Ballroom at 2017 Mansion in May from Kristine Robinson's Interiors BlogThe enormous blue and gold ballroom, by CWI. Design, is swanky enough for the Great Gatsby himself!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/gentlemans-retreat-at-2017-mansion-in-may-lambrequins.jpgGentlemans Retreat at 2017 Mansion in May Lambrequins post by Kristine Robinson's Interiors BlogThis cozy gentleman's retreat on the second floor was designed by Elizabeth Guest Interiors.  It's truly a wonderful space!. I loved the multiple exotic wallpaper patterns, the skirted console table, and of course those awesome green lambrequins on the windows!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/amazing-gardens-at-the-2017-mansion-in-may-alnwick-hall-the-abbey.jpgAmazing Gardens at the 2017 Mansion in May Alnwick Hall The AbbeyDon't forget there are also some amazing gardens on display at the 2017 Mansion in May. This is the perfect time of year to stroll the grounds and visit the gorgeous art, sculptures and flowers outside of the mansion! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/3-pied-a-terre-apartment.jpg3 Pied a Terre ApartmentAnd here's just a tiny corner of Grady's favorite space on the second floor. These designers fit an entire apartment into their area! it includes a kitchenette, dining area, living area, bedroom and this home office corner. It's just jaw dropping! And there are so many clever design elements in the space, including the three panel window treatment shown here. Mounted on two separate plumbing pipes, the sheer hangs in the forefront at the center of the opening between the navy blue side panels. It's a great contrast with the exposed brick wall to the right. Just beautiful!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/4-amazing-window-treatments-at-2017-mansion-in-may.jpg4 Amazing Window Treatments at 2017 Mansion in MayThere were gorgeous window treatments in many of the rooms. I especially loved these board mounted panels with no visible hardware, combined with this striped roman shade. So pretty! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/2-gentlemans-retreat-at-2017-mansion-in-may.jpg2 Gentlemans Retreat at 2017 Mansion in MayThis cozy gentleman's retreat on the second floor was really wonderful. I loved the multiple wallpaper patterns, the skirted console table, and of course the awesome green lambrequins on the windows! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/ball-room-at-2017-mansion-in-may.jpgBall Room at 2017 Mansion in MayThe enormous blue and gold ballroom is swanky enough for the Great Gatsby himself! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/1-grady-at-the-entrance-to-alnwick-hall-the-2017-mansion-in-may.jpg1 Grady at the entrance to Alnwick Hall the 2017 Mansion in MayHere's Grady last week at the entrance to the 2017 Mansion in May. We were invited to a special press preview day, so I could take photos and enjoy the mansion ahead of time! It was fantastic and I can't wait to show you all the rooms! 2017-05-02T15:27:31+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/05/04/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-paint-colors-for-a-teen-boys-bedroom/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/painting-the-walls-and-installing-trim-teen-boys-bedroom.jpgPainting the Walls and Installing Trim Teen Boys Bedroom at The ShackSo here's a sneak peek at the progress we're making on Grady's bedroom at The Shack. You can see we've installed some simple molding at the ceiling, and some fresh new white window casing. Three walls are painted in Sherwin Williams Simple White and the accent wall is painting in Down Pour. The photo shows the boards being painted and prepped for our nlur board and batten accent wall. I'll share more about that next time! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sw6516-down-pour.jpgSW6516 Down Pourhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/simple-white-7021-sherwin-williams-for-teen-boys-bedroom-at-the-shack.jpgSimple White 7021 Sherwin Williams for Teen Boy's Bedroom at The ShackThese are the two paint colors for Grady's Teen Boy's Bedroom at The Shack. Three walls in Simple White and a Board & Batten accent wall behind the bed in Down Pour.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/board-and-batten-wall-4.jpgBoard and Batten Wall 4Here are some inspiration photos I found of simple Board and Batten accent walls. All four of these Board and Batten Wall images can be found on my 'Mountain House' Pinterest folder. Just click on the link below and you can go visit them yourself! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/board-and-batten-wall-3.jpgBoard and Batten Wall 3https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/board-and-batten-wall-2.jpgBoard and Batten Wall 2https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/board-and-batten-wall-1.jpgBoard and Batten Wall 12017-05-01T19:35:39+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/04/20/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-a-teen-boys-bedding-post-36/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/fauna-duvet-cover-sham-o.jpgfauna-duvet-cover-sham-oHere's another photo from Pottery Barn, featuring the Fauna Duvet cover. You can see they also paired it with a strong blue and used black accents on the furniture, as well. It's nice to see this combination I'm planning to do in Grady's room, and see it used so successfully elsewhere. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/fauna-duvet-cover-sham-detail.jpgfauna-duvet-cover-sham-detailI decided to purchase this Duvet Cover from Pottery Barn. The pattern is called fauna and it features colorful birds and insects. I love how the scale of the pattern is oversized and the colors are very vibrant. There's also a touch of both the orange and the blue in this fabric, so it will tie in nicely to the fabrics I've already chosen. 2017-04-18T17:41:31+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/04/13/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-decorating-for-a-teen-boy-post-35/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/gradys-room-fabrics.jpgGrady's Room FabricsTwo patterns from Greenhouse Fabrics to be used in a teen boy's bedroom at The Shack: Orange Greek Key and Blue Herringbone. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/grace-hawthorne-gradys-quote_.jpgGrady's Bolster Specs for Teen Boy's Bedroom at The ShackI'm also planning to have a long bolster pillow made for Grady's bed in his teen boy's bedroom at The Shack. This will tie everything together and bring just a touch of the window treatment fabrics down into the room. It will pull the whole thing together and make the color scheme pop. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/window-specs.jpgWindow Specs for cornice board in a Teen Boy's Bedroom at The ShackHere's my workroom sketch of the custom cornice board I'm planning to have made for Grady's Teen Bedroom at The Shack. The stepped shape of the bottom, nicely echoes the geometric shape of the orange Greek Key fabric, which will be used as the main body of the cornice. All the welt cord will be in the blue herringbone fabric and the contrast band at the bottom hem will also be made from the blue herringbone fabric. This cornice will turn out so cute...I can't wait to see it in 'real life'! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/a8611.jpgA8611This lovely blue herringbone fabric will make a great accent on the cornice board and bolster for Grady's Teen Bedroom at The Shack. Also by Greenhouse Fabrics, it has a nice texture and the chevron herringbone pattern is a masculine touch, reminiscent of menswear clothing. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/a8543.jpgA8543 by Greenhouse Fabrics Greek Key OrangeThis lovely Greek Key patterned fabric in Orange is by Greenhouse Fabrics. I love the vibrant orange color and the modern feel of the geometric pattern. Plus, Greek Key is a timeless classic motif that works well in both modern and traditional interiors. I'm planning to use this fabric on a cornice board and bolster pillow for the bed in Grady's Teen Boy Bedroom at The Shack.2017-04-13T20:12:30+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/04/06/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-recliners-ugly-or-necessary-post-34/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/p1190405.jpgP1190405 teen son Grady Robinson and Kristine RobinsonHere's a favorite photo of my son Grady and I taken last spring. You can see he's a bit taller than me (although that's not saying much). Finding the right chair had proven a bit difficult for him, since Grady's fairly tall and long in the torso.  It really helps for him to have an adjustable head rest too and there are very few recliners out there that offer that option.  https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/gradys-recliner-stylus-power-recliner-raymour-flanigan.pngGrady's Recliner Stylus Power Recliner Raymour & FlaniganThis is the Stylus Power Recliner from Raymour & Flanigan. The arms contain storage compartments and there are two cup holders at the front of the arms, which is a handy feature. Perhaps the most important feature is that it is tall enough to support Grady's head (44" tall overall) and that the headrest is fully adjustable with the push of a button. Everything is motorized, so it's easy to operate as well. When fully extended, the chair is 66" deep, so it does take up a lot of room in the floor plan. 2017-04-04T20:59:42+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/03/30/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-a-designing-a-teen-boys-bedroom-with-a-floor-plan-post-33/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/bed-wayfair-dorel-living.jpgBed Wayfair Dorel Livinghttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-shack-renovating-a-teen-boys-bedroom-preparing-the-space.jpgThe Shack Renovating a Teen Boy's Bedroom Preparing the SpaceThe Shack: Renovating a Teen Boy's Bedroom and Preparing the Space. Floor Planhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/gradys-floor-plan-furnished-alternate-at-the-shack.jpgGrady's Floor Plan Furnished Alternate at The ShackAs you can see in this alternate floor plan...placing the bed in front of the window leaves no room for the other furniture I'd like to use in the space and makes the room less functional. Designing floor plans is really like a puzzle. You have to figure out what your needs are for the room and figure out the best fit. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/gradys-floor-plan-furnished.jpgGrady's Floor Plan FurnishedAfter shuffling all the furniture around, here's the floor plan we ended up settling with. Normally, I like for the bed to be across from you as you enter the room, but in this case, putting the bed in front of the window would have occupied the majority of the floor space and left no room for other furniture. 2017-03-31T00:40:44+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/03/23/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-an-ugly-upstairs-bedroom-post-32/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-shack-removing-wallpaper-border-siberian-cat.jpgThe Shack Removing Wallpaper Border Siberian CatSilvia the Siberian cat is the only one who enjoys the process of removing the wallpaper border in the upstairs bedroom at The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-shack-upstairs-bedroom-priming-walls.jpgThe Shack Upstairs Bedroom Priming WallsFinally, we are able to prime the walls. I say 'we' and of course I mean my dear husband, Eric. First he removed all the door and window casings and baseboards. Then he patched any holes and nail-pops in the drywall. And finally, he was able to prime the ceilings and all four walls. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-shack-upstairs-bedroom-cat-removing-wallpaper.jpgThe Shack Upstairs Bedroom Cat Removing WallpaperSilvia, our Siberian Cat, was the only one having a good time during the wallpaper removal. She had a terrific time playing with the falling bits of paper and the long swirls of purple floral border on the floor! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-shack-upstairs-bedroom-removing-wallpaper-border.jpgThe Shack Upstairs Bedroom Removing Wallpaper BorderNext thing on the list: remove that lovely wallpaper border (did you catch my sarcasm there?). Of course, nothing is simple. The border peeled off in layers, leaving a thin layer of paper clinging to the walls. Warm water and elbow grease are the only cure! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-shack-upstairs-bedroom-with-ugly-ceiling-fan.jpgThe Shack Upstairs Bedroom with Ugly Ceiling FanAt some point, a previous homeowner decided they needed a ceiling fan in this bedroom. Since they couldn't figure out how to hard-wire it into the wall, they ran the cord along the ceiling and down the wall and attached a plug. Crazy! Not only is it ugly to see the cord running along the walls, it's dangerous to have it mounted this way. So, of course, this fan will be the first thing to go, as part of the bedroom renovation. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-shack-upstairs-bedroom-with-lavendar-walls-and-border.jpgThe Shack Upstairs Bedroom with Lavender Walls and BorderIf you turn around and look in the opposite direction, the entry door comes into view and the closet is seen to the left. The closet is a nice size, but you can see they left the original dark burgundy plush carpeting in that space. Can you imagine this entire room carpeted in that horrible dark color? Oh my! Anyway, there's not much to salvage in this space, so we'd better get busy tearing out the molding and removing that wallpaper border! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-shack-upstairs-bedroom-with-lavendar-walls-and-border-2.jpgThe Shack Upstairs Bedroom with Lavender Walls and Border 2BEFORE: The view upon entering this upstairs bedroom is of the window wall. The room is painted a pale lavender color with a purple floral wallpaper border. It has the same cheap old shell molding for casing and baseboards, which gives the room a tired and dated feel. There's also a mottled Berber style carpet in the room, which we will be happy to remove!2017-03-23T13:48:24+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/03/14/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-ditching-the-dated-ceiling-fan-post-31/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ceiling-fan-with-light-at-the-shack-1.jpgCeiling Fan with light at The Shack (1)Our new Ceiling Fan above the main living area at The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ceiling-fan-at-the-shack-above-the-living-area.jpgCeiling Fan at The Shack above the Living AreaOne last view our our new ceiling fan at The Shack. Here you can see across toward the dining area. I love how the planked ceiling turned out. It's such a nice feature in the main floor living area, and makes such an improvement over that old cottage cheese ceiling!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ceiling-fan-with-light-at-the-shack.jpgCeiling Fan with light at The ShackThe ceiling fan provides a nice amount of general lighting to the main seating area at The Shack. In this shot, you can see how it relates to the furniture below. Such an improvement over that nasty old 1980's dated fan!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ceiling-fan-at-the-shack.jpgCeiling Fan at The ShackAnd here is the newly installed ceiling fan at The Shack. As you can see, it looks great with our new fireplace mantel. The wood tones blend with the other stained wood we've used in our renovations at The Shack. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/kendal-ventura-ceiling-fan.jpgKendal Ventura Ceiling FanThis is the Kendal Ventura Ceiling Fan. I purchased the 52" version for The Shack. It's very simple and has an updated feel with rustic elements. The metal portions are an oil rubbed bronze and the blades are a medium walnut stain. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1200502.jpgp1200502AFTER: Here's the new ceiling fan installed on our freshly painted ceiling at The Shack. It looks terrific with the new fireplace mantel too!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/kendal-lighting-52-inch-e1488315657882.jpgkendal-lighting-52-inchHere's the ceiling fan I chose for the vaulted ceiling at The Shack. The style is more sleek and updated. It also has a nice dark bronze finish and walnut colored blades, which work well with the new floors, fireplace mantel, and other wood-tones we're using in The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/kendal-lighting-52-nexor-4-blade-ceiling-fan-with-wall-remote.jpgkendal-lighting-52-nexor-4-blade-ceiling-fan-with-wall-remotehttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1090332-2.jpgp1090332-2BEFORE: When seen from above, the ceiling fan becomes super important. In addition, it provides general lighting for the main living area. Unfortunately the style of light fixture on this old ceiling fan caused a 'strobe light' effect every time both the light and ceiling fan were switched on. It was disturbing, I can assure you! 2017-03-14T22:10:20+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/03/02/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-the-funky-vintage-chandelier-post-30/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210590.jpgp1210590The light-filled dining area at The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210654.jpgp1210654I really love the way this painted tole chandelier turned out, don't you? https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210616.jpgp1210616AFTER: The tole chandelier painted in chalky gray really anchors the dining area. Now the wonderful shapeliness of the metal shade and base are able to take center stage, rather than the painted embellishments. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1200401.jpgp1200401AFTER: My vintage chandelier with two coats of Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint in a custom mixture. I used mostly Shutter Gray with a little Typewriter mixed in to darken it up. I also brightened up the gold details just a little bit to give it all a clean fresh finish. I think it's the perfect updated vintage makeover for this very shapely and interesting chandelier! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/cba5bed49e193ff03788034f92a37e24.jpgcba5bed49e193ff03788034f92a37e24https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/be1cd68e2b51047c59f546e645d8c679.jpgbe1cd68e2b51047c59f546e645d8c679https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/7cc65026af903190feac7ee0b999510e.jpg7cc65026af903190feac7ee0b999510ehttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/6dca15d2b77b55f82c0d7766e9ccde44.jpg6dca15d2b77b55f82c0d7766e9ccde44https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/5f11ef28ed803e53980018283aed9ddc.jpg5f11ef28ed803e53980018283aed9ddchttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1140542-2.jpgp1140542-2Once we installed the new plank ceiling, I had my husband install this great little vintage tole-painted chandelier above the dining table. I love this little chandelier...it's funky and interesting. It reminds me a little of a hot-air balloon--I've never seen one quite like it. And yet, I felt like the tole painting on the shade and base were just a little too fancy for The Shack. It wasn't quite right for the rustic mountain house vibe I was going for. 2017-03-02T19:31:05+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/02/23/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-the-dining-table-post/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210599.jpgp1210599I'll leave you with this parting image of the wonderful carved legs on my new dining table at The Shack. You can see our planked ceiling in this image too...everything's coming right along and things are really starting to shape up in our little Poconos cabin. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210580.jpgp1210580And...yet another photo of Silvia sitting on the dining bench at The Shack. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/silvia-at-the-table.jpgsilvia-at-the-tableIn fact, the entire family is enjoy the new table at The Shack. Here's Silvia, sitting on the bench, enjoying a fun board game alongside everyone else. How fun!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210588.jpgp1210588Here's a photo of my new/old table in the dining area at The Shack. The larger size is perfect for the area and the color of the wood stain is just right with our beautiful hardwood floors! You probably noticed I added a bench on one side, and this works out great when we have extra people at The Shack. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/ethan-allen-livingston-dining-table.jpgethan-allen-livingston-dining-tableHere's a picture of the Ethan Allen Livingston Dining Table. I just love the carved legs and the substantial size. Plus, the finish could not be more perfect with our new floors at The Shack. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/new-table-legs.jpgnew-table-legsA detail of the carved legs on the Estate Sale listing.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/new-table-full.jpgnew-table-fullThis Ethan Allen table features carved barley twist legs and the size is just perfect for the dining area at The Shack. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1150503.jpgp1150503In this photo, the ceiling planks have been installed in the dining area, but not the moldings around the ceiling. You can see my painted dresser and bookcase too, and our beautiful hardwood floors at The Shack. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1140541.jpgp1140541When we first move into The Shack, we brought this little Hoosier style dining table that was previously a work table in our basement. It was small, but worked just fine until we could find the perfect table for The Shack. 2017-02-23T22:06:46+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/01/19/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-installing-a-carpet-runner-post-27/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1180809.jpgp1180809AFTER: New white painted treads, risers and skirt on the staircase at The Shack provide a clean foundation for the lovely geometric patterned, indoor-outdoor carpet runner.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1180819.jpgp1180819Ta daa! Here's a look at the finished project...a brand new staircase for The Shack. It's quite a difference from that dingy brown carpeting, isn't it? I'm in love with the crisp white steps with the geometric runner...just the look I was going for. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1180650.jpgp1180650Next, the actual runner was applied in the same manner. Of course, it's a bit wider than the carpet padding, so used spacing blocks in a different size to keep the runner straight and even. I'm super happy with how it turned out! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1180642.jpgp1180642I used my husbands pneumatic air gun to staple the pad and runner to the stairs. I also used wood blocks cut to size, for use as a spacer. This way, I could ensure the runner would stay straight as it flows down the stairs. I also used a sturdy putty knife to help get all the corners tight when I stapled everything in place. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1120049.jpgp1120049Here's the carpet runner I ended up selecting to use on the stairs at The Shack. The pattern is geometric, but also has a nice spacing to it, which should help with the pattern not looking mis-matched when we install it. I also like that the background is a little warmer neutral and not a stark white. Perhaps the best part is that the runner is an indoor/outdoor carpeting, so it will withstand lots of wear and tear. That's something super important for a stair runner, in my opinion. 2017-02-21T16:46:42+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/02/16/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-painting-vintage-furniture-for-the-dining-area-post-28/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1200264.jpgp1200264I added this great little Antique Oak Craftsman table with an antique typewriter too. I just love little vintage details like this, don't you? https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1200267.jpgp1200267AFTER: The painted dresser in the dining are at The Shack gets a ton of use. All the drawers are filled with board games and puzzles, so it's very handy next to the dining table. As you can see the white paint looks great on this large dresser and the rustic finish brings out some of the details. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1200270.jpgp1200270And after, you can see the finished piece, with it's rustic white finish. I accessorized the vintage chest with a large mirror and Victorian architectural place above. This dresser gets a lot of use, since it's full of board games and puzzles. It's a super useful piece for the dining area at The Shack! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1100449.jpgp1100449Next, I began the same process with the body of the dresser. After painting, I went through the same process as the drawers, with sanding, then giving everything a good top coat sealer for durability. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1100312.jpgp1100312You can see I've painted all 4 drawers in this photo. Once they were painted, I sanded them back a little to give the impression of wear over the years and to highlight some of the details. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1100233.jpgp1100233Of course, I decided to use Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint again on this piece of furniture. I want it to match the bookcase I'd already painted at The Shack. So I started with the drawers and put a coat of gray paint on first as an undercoat. That way, the grey will peek out a little when I sand and distress the dresser later. After painting the entire thing gray, I added 2 coats of 'Ironstone', which is a nice soft white in the Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint line. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1100124.jpgp1100124The extra wide drawers have a nice beaded edge detail and pretty gold hinged drawer pulls. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1100127.jpgp1100127The finish on this vintage dresser was pretty banged up and rough. So I didn't feel too bad about my plan to paint this piece. I want it to be light and bright, while retaining a vintage rustic appearance in spit of the more formal carved details. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1100125.jpgp1100125Here's the body of the dresser, without its drawers, laying in the back of my pickup truck. As you can see, the dresser has some terrific carved details, like claw and ball feet, and rounded corners. In fact, the dresser was just a bit too formal for the look I'm going for at The Shack, so I decided right away that I would paint it.2017-02-13T18:54:50+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/02/02/media-day-at-the-abbey-2017-mansion-in-may/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210356.jpgp1210356Here's a close up of a detailed stained glass window featuring knights with lances and other Gothic motifs. What a treasure these windows are!!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210515.jpgp1210515I'll leave you with this parting shot of the back entrance to Alnwick, the 2017 Mansion in May. Even from the rear, this mansion has wonderful bones! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210508.jpgp1210508Each room is just as grand as the next, so it will be up to the designers to come up with innovative designs that can compete with or enhance the amazing architecture of the rooms. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210482.jpgp1210482Grady was super excited about this large space in the center of the lower level. I think he's envisioning some sort of media space or family lounge. That IS a great idea. I wonder what the designers have in mind? https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210455.jpgp1210455Under the main staircase is the entrance to the lower level, which houses another dozen designer spaces. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210439.jpgp1210439I'm eager to see what will be done with this enourmous space on the second floor. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210386.jpgp1210386The designers in this space were on hand to tell Grady and I about their plans. The brick walls will remain exposed, the plaster ceilings revealed, and the entire space will become a pied-a-terre, complete with living area, bed, and kitchenette. This one will be an amazing before and after story, I'm sure!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210381.jpgp1210381Several designers were on hand to share their renderings and plans for the spaces. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210379.jpgp1210379The second floor features many large bedrooms. This one is to be transformed into a nursery for twins!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p1210373.jpgp1210373Many of the spaces, including this main staircase, feature beautiful stained and leaded glass windows. Most of these fantastic pieces of art include crests, heraldry and even pictures of knights in their armour with lances! 2017-02-10T19:50:02+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/01/13/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-replacing-the-stairs-post-26/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1180540.jpgp1180540This process of installing each tread and riser takes a considerable amount of time (at least it does for my perfectionist spouse!). You can see we tackle the steps one at a time. This way, we're still able to actually use the stairs during the process...otherwise we'd have no way to access the bedrooms and bathroom on the second floor. Once all the stairs are installed and very tightly screwed into place, each of the screw holes will patched and covered, before we install the carpet runner. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1180518.jpgp1180518Silvia was super eager to help out with every step of this process!! She is so curious! Here, you can see we have the treads and risers installed, and the screw heads are all patched. We've also installed the skirt boards. Now we can start thinking about our carpet runner. In this photo, I'm getting ready to attach a nice, thick pad to go under our runner. It will just get stapled into place and then beautiful new runner will go on top. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1180501.jpgp1180501Using a cardboard template, my husband custom made this skirt board to fit each step (Yes, he is amazing!). Then we primed and painted the skirt before installing it. This part goes in last, after all the treads and risers are in place. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1180515.jpgp1180515The next 'step' (pun intended) was to purchase and paint the boards to be used for new treads and risers (we primed and used two coats of semi-gloss white on both sides before installing them). Then each piece was cut to size and custom fitted for each step. You can see in the above photo, that we used a spacer board on the left to simulate the skirt board we'll be installing. The long zig-zagged skirt will slide down behind the edge of the treads and risers for a nice, tight fit. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1180502.jpgp1180502n this photo, you can see that we've removed the bulk of the drywall on the right side of the stairs at The Shack, in preparation for replacing the treads and risers. 2017-01-10T21:52:09+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2017/01/06/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-renovating-the-stairs-post-25/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/runner-inspiration-annie-selkie.jpgrunner-inspiration-annie-selkieHere's another great inspiration image from Pinterest. This one is actually closer to what my stairs would look like, since the treads and risers are all painted white. I also love the fact that this particular staircase includes a skirt board on the left. The skirt is almost like a baseboard for your stairs. These can be pretty tricky to install after the stairs are in place, however. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/runner-inspiration-dash-albert.jpgrunner-inspiration-dash-albertI pictured something like this indoor/outdoor carpeting by Dash & Albert. The geometric pattern is rustic and modern at the same time, and I love the visual interest it provides! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1120045.jpgp1120045The original builder of the house had applied random bits of wood at the front edges of the steps where the treads and risers meet. I'm guessing the purpose of this was to give the effect of a bullnose edge under the carpeting. At the right side of the stairs, you can see there is drywall peeking out between the railing skirt board and the steps. So, if the weird piece-meal steps were not enough, this rough drywall sandwich was certainly very daunting.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p1120046.jpgp1120046The risers and treads on the staircase are made from plywood, which is something I totally expected. I had planned to simply paint the stairs and then apply a pretty runner. But on closer inspection, these stairs aren't even paint-worthy. 2017-01-05T21:08:56+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/12/23/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-designing-a-salvaged-fireplace-mantel-post-23/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1160407.jpgp1160407In this photo you can see most of the base is complete. We decided to take a breath at this point, and live with the mantel as-is for a bit. It already looks soooo much better, don't you think? I'm loving the new proportions and the vintage elements. They add so much rustic charm. But I can't wait until we get the top portion done. I think the overmantel will be a real show-stopper! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1150902.jpgp1150902Once both sides were completed, we can think about adding on the decorative brackets at both sides, and another piece of oak will run across the middle underneath the shelf and in between the two legs. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1150896.jpgp1150896Now we could start adding the beautiful antique oak pieces. We build up two smaller plinths at the bottom, before installing the tall oak board, to give it a base or foot, if you will. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1150891.jpgp1150891Next we replaced the existing mantel shelf board atop the new frame. Raising the shelf up, really helped with the proportions of the overall mantel.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1150886.jpgp1150886The first step in building out the reclaimed mantel is to frame out the stone area with a first layer of painted new wood as a base for the reclaimed oak pieces. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1180095.jpgp1180095You probably remember the overmantel was meticulously laid out and planned, before we began assembling any part of the reclaimed fireplace mantel at The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/specs-for-mantel.jpgspecs-for-mantelI also made this little preliminary sketch, to show my husband carpenter, just what I was talking about. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/specs-for-fireplace-surround1.jpgspecs-for-fireplace-surround1Here you can see my scribbled sketch specifying our new fireplace mantel at The Shack. The plan involves raising the existing painted shelf up, after creating a new layered surround. Then building up the surround with brackets, using the piano legs and other pieces of reclaimed wood. Finally, we'll build the 'overmantel', using the antique piano panel and more wood surrounding it. 2016-12-22T01:00:34+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/12/25/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-finishing-the-fireplace-mantel-post-24/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1180148.jpgp1180148Just in case you were wondering...Silvia loves the new mantel too!! Merry Christmas everyone! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1180274.jpgp1180274And now you can see that our reclaimed fireplace mantel has become the true focal point of our living space. It anchors everything beautifully and really makes a wonderful centerpiece for the main living area at The Shack. It's so cozy in the wintertime! What could be better for a little mountain house in the woods?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1180161.jpgp1180161And finally, here's the top portion of our completed overmantel at The Shack. I wanted to keep everything simple with clean lines, yet incorporate those wonderful antique pieces. I really think the effect turned out pretty well...just the way I envisioned it! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1180137.jpgp1180137We added the last few details to the bottom portion, by attaching the small scroll pieces underneath the piano legs and another piece of reclaimed oak across the center. We also decided to add a small amount of quarter round between the mantel shelf and the side details, to finish things off a bit. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1180128.jpgp1180128Once some of the pieces were assembled, we could apply the main portion of the overmantel to the wall. We attached this portion to the studs before continuing with the crown across the top of the mantel.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1180110.jpgp1180110Here you can see the biscuit joiner, used to create the slots in your wood pieces. Beneath that, you can see the biscuits in their slots, ready for some glue to be added and clamps applied. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1180103.jpgp1180103Then we began assembling the top portion of our mantelpiece. My husband carpenter used biscuit joints to assemble the piece. Basically you use a power tool called a slot cutter to create these little pockets in the wood pieces. Then you take a 'biscuit' and coat it with glue, then insert into the slots of both pieces you're joining. After you clamp the whole thing together, the biscuits continue to swell inside the joint and when dry...it's a super tight joint and very sturdy too!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1180100.jpgp1180100First we cut the pieces and laid it all out on the floor, to get the sizing exactly right. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1180093.jpgp1180093First I lightly sanded the reclaimed antique piano panel, and coated the entire thing with a coat of fresh stain. You can see the details around the edges where the stain is going on...it's shinier and darker. Amazing how a little finish work can freshen up an antique piece like this!! 2016-12-22T00:59:07+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/12/21/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-updating-the-fireplace-mantel-post-22/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1090296.jpgp1090296BEFORE: Ugly fireplace mantel at The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1150872.jpgp1150872New wood, painted a dark blue-gray, which I'm planning to use in my custom fireplace mantel. I also painted the original wood mantel board that was existing when we bought The Shack, so we can incorporate it into the design as well. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1170798.jpgp1170798I also purchased these small corbels to use in our custom mantel at The Shack. They were a little gunked up, so I used some furniture refinisher and cleaned off all the old finish, then put new stain and polyeurethane to match the other antique pieces as much as possible. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1150790.jpgp1150790From a different Ebay seller in Chicago, I purchased these solid Oak casing boards and matching plinth blocks. I intend to clean them up (they have a little paint around the edges from their previous home) and used them as part of my custom fireplace mantel at The Shack. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/antique-piano-legs.jpgantique-piano-legsThe Ebay seller also had these oak pilasters or legs from the same antique piano. I snapped them up, since I want to incorporate several wood elements into the mantelpiece. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/antique-piano-panel-1.jpgantique-piano-panel-1I found this awesome antique oak panel on Ebay. It features beautiful quarter sawn oak and some pretty beaded details. Plus it has some moldings at the top and bottom. Can you guess where this 'architectural' came from? It's a face panel from an antique piano! I think it will make a beautiful addition to our fireplace mantel.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/a-white-mantel.jpga-white-mantelSo I bean exploring a custom build-out of our mantel space. This one is so pretty (found on Pinterest). I like how simple it is, and the size is similar to what I'm looking for. I wish it was a little more vintage and rustic, however. Since The Shack is a mountain house, I'm committed to adding as much rustic charm as I can.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/antique-mantel-1.jpgantique-mantel-1I found this gorgeous antique mantel in one of my favorite antique stores. It's a beautiful oak mantel, and I love the columns and simplicity of this piece. The size is good, but the opening is small and I'd like a taller over-mantel, to extend up to the ceiling break. I toyed with taking it apart and using elements of this mantel to create a new one, but decided that was just too risky and would be more work than building an entirely new mantel. 2017-03-17T14:44:14+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/12/15/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-finishing-up-the-guest-bedroom-post-21/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1200165.jpgp1200165So, this concludes our tour of the Guest Bedroom at The Shack. I'm really happy at the transformation, and how cozy that room has become. We're really enjoying the time we spend with our awesome friends and family in The Poconos, now that some of the renovations have been completed. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1200141.jpgp1200141Lastly, I placed a vintage bookshelf on the wall opposite the bed. It fits perfectly in the space between the freshly painted closet and bathroom doors. A pair of vintage mushroom book-plates in custom frames finishes off the wall above the shelf. By the way, those turkey feathers were all found on our property outside of The Shack (don't worry, I wash them all, as I bring them inside). I adore spotting all the wildlife we get to see on our fully wooded property in the Poconos!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1200132.jpgp1200132Pretty custom pillows add color and interest to the bedding. In this photo, you get a really good look at the custom wall lights too! You can also get a clear look at the antique Adirondack picture frames, clustered on the wall next to the window. I love how they add a quaint old-timey charm to the space!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1200112.jpgp1200112If we rotate around to the left, you can see the antique dresser I added, along with a vintage mirror. These items along with a few antique accessories, really make the guest bedroom at The Shack. feel quaint and homey. We also added a simple shelf on the wall to the left of the bed. It acts as both a bedside table, and could act as a tiny desk of sorts, with a small stool pulled up underneath.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1200097.jpgp1200097AFTER: The new hardwood floors and paint color did so much to brighten up and enlarge this little guest bedroom at The Shack. Adding the wall lights helps a lot too! Now the room feels bright and cozy at the same time. You'll notice I had custom draperies made for the small window. Stacking them at the sides helps to visually enlarge the window a bit and take your eyes upward. I also added a new, vintage bookshelf (which you can see on the right side of the image) between the bathroom and closet doors, and a useful antique oak dresser (peeking out at the left of the image). 2016-12-16T15:13:46+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/12/11/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-custom-vintage-wall-lamps-post-20/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1200118.jpgp1200118Guest Bedroom with Custom Wall Lights at The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1200109.jpgp1200109Combined with some beautiful vintage artwork and colorful bedding, the custom wall lights look terrific. Silvia thinks so too...can you see her little white paws peeking out from under the bed? She's so funny!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/edison-bulb-jumbo.jpgedison-bulb-jumboIn conjunction with the cloth covered cord, I'm going to use these jumbo Edison style light bulbs. I got these from West Elm, and they are so cool at 5 1/2" diameter.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/cloth-covered-red-lamp-cord.jpgcloth-covered-red-lamp-cordI also chose to use a red, cloth covered cord, which will plug into the wall and wrap loosely around the wall mounted brackets. I love the bright red color, which I'm using as an accent throughout the main floor of The Shack. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1200115.jpgp1200115AFTER: Here you can see my finished sconces, using the vintage plant hangers, red cloth covered cords, and jumbo Edison bulbs with white shades. I just love them! They really add a lot of unique interest and are very practical. It's also wonderful to have the bed-side tables kept completely free for guests to use as they wish.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/p1140063.jpgp1140063I decided that rather than screw the brackets directly into the drywall, mounting the entire fixture onto a simple wooden board would be best. So I made a little sketch and planned out the best method of attachment. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/wall-light-idea-west-elm.jpgwall-light-idea-west-elmThis industrial style wooden wall light by West Elm is so interesting and unique. It's become very popular and there are many different versions of this look available from different vendors. This is my inspiration for the guest bedroom wall lights for the guest bedroom at The Shack. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/p1140061.jpgp1140061These vintage plant hangers will make an interesting addition to our guest bedroom at The Shack. They project out from the wall and pivot, as desired. 2016-12-08T18:31:29+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/12/01/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-the-guest-bed-post-19/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/p1130990.jpgp1130990The new queen guest bed at The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/p1130946.jpgp1130946This photo shows the simple iron bed placed atop the new herringbone wool area rug in the guest bedroom at The Shack. The neutral tan and greige colors in the rug will provide a simple upscale look, yet provide a soft and cozy feel underfoot.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/p1130991.jpgp1130991With some pretty new luxury bedding from Peacock Alley and Ralph Lauren, combined with custom pillows the queen guest bed at The Shack is ready for visitors! There's a lot more to do in this little bedroom. We'll need some storage and, of course, some artwork. Lighting is a much needed item in this space as well. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/p1130959.jpgp1130959Once you cut the wrapping off and roll out the mattress, it will continue to expand for about 10 minutes. After that, you're ready to go! I felt like we needed to add some extra height to our guest bed at The Shack, so we added a box spring under our Queen mattress after this photo was taken. According to the Tuft & Needle website, you can use the mattress alone on a platform bed, or even on the floor, with no box spring required. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/p1130953.jpgp1130953The mattress is shrink wrapped inside the box. All the air has been sucked out and the packaging is wrapped super tightly around the foam mattress.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/p1130948.jpgp1130948Here is our newly assembled metal bed-frame in the freshly painted guest bedroom. The Queen mattress from Tuft & Needle shipped directly to my house in a relatively small box. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/main-floor-bed-2-pennington.jpgmain-floor-bed-2-penningtonI found this beautiful iron bed for the main floor guest bedroom at The Shack. It has a simple Vintage Inspired look, but comes in modern sizes. We wanted to use a Queen sized bed for the comfort of our guests, and I wanted to keep the look streamlined and simple. This bed fit the bill perfectly.2016-12-01T20:39:05+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/11/17/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-those-ugly-plastic-doors-post-18/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/p1200300.jpgp1200300AFTER: Here's another shot that shows the freshly painted black doors at The Shack. What an improvement from that 1980's fake wood! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/p1130358.jpgp1130358In this photo, you can see that I've painted the door in the chalky black milk paint. Then I lightly sanded the paint, to expose a little more of the textured faux wood grain. Then I'm applying a coat of Paste Wax. The darker half of the door is showing how the finish is darkened after the wax is applied. It's like night and day after you put the wax on. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/p1200488.jpgp1200488AFTER: Here you can see the same three doors with their new multi-process finish. After sanding, cleaning and priming, a coat of black Milk Paint was applied, then sanded and finally waxed. I think the new finish highlights the wood-grain texture and makes the doors look much better, don't you?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/black-door-inspiration-photo.jpgblack-door-inspiration-photoThe black doors in this photo look so sleek and interesting, outlined with the crisp white casing. The doors take on a furniture-like quality when highlighted in this way.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/inspiration-photo.jpginspiration-photoThis photo shows a stained wood interior door. I like it too, especially for a mountain house!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/inspiration-photo-2.jpginspiration-photo-2In this inspiration photo, found on Pinterest, a nice solid wood door looks substantial and elegant, within its simple wood trim (much like the trim we applied at The Shack). 2016-11-17T04:50:35+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/11/03/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-finding-more-affordable-furniture-post-17/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/chifferobe-post.jpgchifferobe-postThe chifferobe is the perfect size for this wall between the main floor bedroom and the opening into the kitchen. It provides valuable storage for puzzles and games (which we use often in this vacation home). I think it looks great, combined with a modern oil painting on canvas, a fun vintage clock and interesting accessories.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1200246.jpgp1200246I chose colors that I thought would enhance the palette inspired by my wool Karastan area rug at The Shack. Two versions of gold, a strong caramel gold and a lighter butter color were selected to use on the chifferobe.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1100353-copy.jpgp1100353-copyIn this photo (taken in progress, even before we painted the walls at The Shack) you can see the inside of the Chifferobe cabinet, where the wooden bin-drawers are located. The right side contained hardware for hanging child-sized clothing. This piece has great storage!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1120996.jpgp1120996I spackled and painted over the holes for the original hardware on the Chifferobe. Then I selected updated pulls as replacements to the round wood knobs which were originally attached to the piece. Oil-Rubbed Bronze was chosen as the finish for D-Handles on the lower two doors and a Bin Pull for the top drawer. I made paper cutouts of the hardware and taped them in place, to be sure I liked the new location, before installing the pretty new hardware.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1120995.jpgp1120995https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1090416.jpgp1090416Originally painted a muddy gold color, this solid wood piece had great bones but was showing its age. It had obviously been a child's chifferobe from the 1940's or 50's with hanging storage on one side and drawers on the other, both of which were hidden behind the a pair of doors. I took the entire piece apart (a super important step when painting vintage furniture) and gave the entire thing a good sanding. Then I started to paint.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1090293.jpgp1090293Obviously used in a child's room, the doors on this piece had cutouts of bears applied to them. I removed those and sanded the area well, so no remnant of those shapes remained. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1200325.jpgp1200325This great little storage piece wasn't always so attractive. It was in pretty rough condition when I found it. But it's amazing what a fresh coat of paint and some new hardware can do! 2016-11-03T16:28:18+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/10/27/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-finding-affordable-furniture/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1160669.jpgp1160669My sweet cat Silvia, enjoying the back of my wingback chair at The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/p1100631.jpgp1100631At a visit to another thrift shop, I found this little beauty by Fairfield Chair. Also, in like-new condition, the french-style chair has an olive-grey-green fabric with a lattice pattern. It was marked at $85 and I was there on a '25% off furniture' day. So I landed this lovely piece for just under $65.00. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/p1100365.jpgp1100365When browsing through the local thrift shop the other day, I came across this awesome Wingback Chair and Ottoman. The color is a gray-blue and it has a chevron or herringbone fabric. While the fabric is not my first choice, the chair is super clean and in excellent condition. Plus it comes with a matching ottoman! Another bonus is that it's a very good brand of furniture: Kindel. These chairs are several thousand dollars when purchased brand new. I couldn't believe I snapped up this lovely chair and its matching ottoman for only $35!! How exciting!2016-10-27T15:45:19+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/10/20/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-the-value-of-casing-baseboards-and-trim-post-15/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1180240.jpgp1180240In this photo, you can easily notice what a difference the new trim makes. Freshly painted walls are enhanced with bright white wood casing around the door and kitchen opening. New baseboards are a crisp contrast to our beautiful hardwood floors. Plus layered molding at the and ceiling make the transition into the pretty planks which upgrade the ceiling. All these layers of trim make the updated interior feel fresh and bright. I'm loving the new look at The Shack!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1090082.jpgp1090082BEFORE: You can see the old 'shell' casing and baseboards, painted grey, which were originally around the French Doors and floor at The Shack. Also, notice the wood stained molding that outlined the cottage cheese ceiling above the dining area. All these trims were not only dated, but the different styles and finishes added to the visual clutter in the space. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1170978.jpgp1170978A detail of the dining area's plank ceiling and the new layered trim at the crown of the space. The new trim is such an improvement over the old dark wood trim that outlined this room at The Shack! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1200477.jpgp1200477Recently installed casing at the window provides a nice contrast to the freshly painted warm grey wall color. We've also begun the process of trimming out the plank ceiling in the dining area, with layered trim pieces, a pared down version of traditional crown molding.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1140446.jpgP1140446We also opted to 'beef up' the molding around the French doors, both front and back, and the large cased opening into the kitchen. Eventually the doors will be painted as well.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1130259.jpgP1130259Here you can see we're starting to add some simple wood trim, painted white around the large window in the main living area. I pre-painted the wood, before installation, and then we will touch up the nail-holes and put a final coat on after it's all up and calked into place. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/pinterest-image-of-trim-casing-doorway.jpgPinterest Image of trim casing doorwayI greatly admire the trimwork in older homes, particularly those from the Victorian and Craftsman eras. But I don't want this rustic vacation home in the Poconos to feel too fancy or overdone, so I'm planning to do a simplified version of these trim styles. What a difference some nice white molding will make at The Shack!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/pinterest-image-of-trim-casing.jpgPinterest Image of trim casingI plan to add very simple, rustic wood trim like the examples in this image I found on Pinterest. Even the soft gray tone on the wall is similar to the colors I'm planning to use in The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1130252.jpgP1130252PROGRESS: All the casing has been removed from around the doorways and windows. I plan to replace it all with simple chalky white painted wood.2016-10-20T15:16:46+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/10/13/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-our-beautiful-new-hardwood-floors-post-14/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1180216.jpgp1180216AFTER, hardwood floors look amazing after you ascend the steps to the second floor bedrooms and loft.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/mantel-existing-2.jpgmantel-existing-2And now...there's still a long way to go (that fireplace mantel needs a makeover), but you can see how much the room is improved with the new hardwood floors and the beautiful wool area rug. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/kitchen-after.jpgkitchen-afterAFTER, our new hardwood floors are warm and rustic. You can also see a peek of the newly installed plank ceiling in the dining area beyond.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/kitchen-before.jpgkitchen-beforeBEFORE, the view through the kitchen, from the back door, showcases the patchwork of flooring atrocities.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/p1130562.jpgp1130562And now....we have rich, beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main floor. Everything is unified by one, simple rustic element: the floor.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/mountain-house-main-area-before-2.jpgmountain-house-main-area-before-2You may remember that BEFORE, our floors at The Shack looked like this.2016-10-12T16:43:05+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/09/29/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-installing-the-hardwood-floors-post-13/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1130503.jpgP1130503PROGRESS: After receiving the hardwood flooring product from Naturally Aged Flooring, we unpacked most of the boxes and stacked them up in the main floor bedroom. You might think that sounds crazy, but it's actually a good plan. This allows the wood to acclimate to its environment. Not properly acclimating wood flooring may cause excessive expansion, shrinkage, dimensional distortion or structural damage. The worst-case scenario is one in which wood flooring is stored at the jobsite in an uncontrolled environment, then immediately installed. This is especially true when the materials are stored in an area that is subject to excessive moisture and humidity conditions. Equilibrium moisture content (EMC) is the moisture content of wood when in equilibrium with its environment. It's a state when wood is neither gaining nor losing moisture. That's why we allowed the wood to sit inside The Shack for about a week, so that the moisture levels in the wood would become stable and in sync with its new environment. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1130537.jpgP1130537PROGRESS: Here's a photo of the main living area, after the carpet has been removed. It looks a little bleak here, but it's going to get better VERY soon! Under all that carpeting and padding is a simple plywood sub-floor. One of the annoying things about removing carpeting, is the need to pull up staples...there are a lot. Installers usually staple down the foam padding underneath the carpet, and they really should be removed before installing the new hardwood. So my husband and I spent quite a bit of time on hands and knees, removing many, many staples.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1100300.jpgP1100300BEFORE: All the cheap flooring materials at The Shack, simply must go! It was relatively easy to remove the yucky, worn out carpeting in the living area and main floor bedroom. Even the plastic laminate in the kitchen was no big deal. It was the peel and stick tiles that were sticky and horrible to take up. 2016-09-16T16:21:37+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/09/22/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-selecting-the-hardwood-floors-post-12/2016-09-22T18:25:30+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/09/15/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-those-ugly-floors/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/naturally-aged-hardwood-burlap-mj-b-7.jpgNaturally Aged Hardwood Burlap MJ-B-7I chose this floor from the 'Old World' collection at Naturally Aged Flooring. The species is actually Eucalyptus and the color is called Burlap. Each plank is 1/2" thick x 7 5/8" wide. They come in random Lengths ranging from 2'-7'. The boards are hand scraped and irregular with tool marks and distressing, to give a vintage appearance. You can see that the Eucalyptus wood has plenty of knots and pock-marks, adding to the vintage look of the floor...just what I wanted for my rustic mountain house!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/engineered-vs-solids.jpgEngineered vs SolidsThis graphic shows the difference between a solid hardwood floor and an engineered hardwood floor. The engineered product has been improved upon, so it can be installed in places a solid wood product cannot. As you can see in this image, the engineered floor has a wood 'wear layer' that is placed atop a plywood base, keeping the wood on top more stable and less prone to expansion and contraction. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1100302.jpgP1100302BEFORE: A detail of the carpeting, originally found in The Shack. It's matted and worn, and extremely unattractive!2016-09-14T16:47:40+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/09/09/robinson-interiors-featured-on-houzz-with-kitchen-of-the-week/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/kitchen03.jpgkitchen03This beautiful yellow kitchen by Robinson Interiors was featured as 'Kitchen of the Week' on the popular home improvement website, Houzz.2016-09-10T15:04:23+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/09/08/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-and-painting-the-main-floor-guest-suite/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1090302.jpgP1090302BEFORE: Here's another view of the main floor guest bedroom at The Shack. Who would ever think to paint this small room such a dark color? It feels cave-like and claustrophobic! I want our visitors at The Shack, to have a bright and simple guest suite they can enjoy using. So painting it a bright neutral color is definitely the way to go!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1100358.jpgP1100358And here's the main floor guest bedroom all painted out in Shoji White by Sherwin Williams. You can see that the wall color has just a slight green-grey tone to it, which contrasts with the white ceiling. Once we've had our new floors installed, we can introduce the new baseboards and casings to the room. And eventually furniture will be placed--I can't wait!!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1100346.jpgP1100346Two coats of Shoji White by Sherwin Williams were then applied to the walls in the main floor guest bedroom. In this photo, you can see how the bedroom relates to the rest of the main floor, opening directly onto the main living area.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1100319.jpgP1100319First, we primed everything in the main floor bedroom, then painted out the ceiling with 2 fresh coats of ceiling white, before beginning on the walls.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sw-shoji-white.pngSW Shoji WhiteThis is the paint color I selected for the main floor guest bedroom. It's called Shoji White 7042, by Sherwin Williams.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1090060.jpgP1090060BEFORE: When we first visited the home with our Realtors, this room was painted a super dark brown. The bedroom is already dark with only one small window, so it definitely needs brightening!. There are also three of those unattractive plastic doors in this space--one at the entrance, one on the closet (in the back) and one into the main floor bathroom). So eventually, that will be something I need to address. Because this bedroom is directly off the main living area, my plan is to design and keep it for guests. I feel like it's always nice to have some separation when hosting overnight visitors, and this little 'suite' on the main floor will provide a cozy little space for whomever comes calling. 2016-09-06T20:28:59+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/09/01/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-the-main-floor-walls/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1100333.jpgP1100333Before, the sponge painted walls were so strong and busy, plus the yellow glass on the light fixtures didn't do the home any favors! I plan to replace the fixtures, and paint the hallway a bright ceiling white. The short walls of the upstairs walkway will be painted the soft greige: Simple White by Sherwin Williams.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1120888.jpgP1120888Here you can see the first coat of 'Simple White' going on top of the primer. This color has just a little bit of greige in it, and will give a slight warmth to the space. Notice, as well, that we chose to paint out the faux stone around the fireplace hearth. Previously, the stone was a patchwork of grey and brown. I felt it was too busy and looked a little fake. I had to convince my husband that painting it was the right thing, but in the end I won out. I have big plans for this fireplace in the future!2016-09-06T20:27:40+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/08/25/the-shack-painting-the-vaulted-ceiling-and-stair-walls/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1160081.jpgP1160081The Shack as seen from the street in the fall. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1120876.jpgP1120876Now that the ceiling and wall in the stairwell are primed and painted, you can see how much the old, dated light fixture contributed to the yellow 'atmosphere'. This yellow crackled glass shade throws amber light all through the stairwell...it's one of the awful remnants that will soon be replaced at The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1110823.jpgP1110823Priming is the first step in this painting process. Then the ceiling and one wall going up the stairs will get a coat of flat 'ceiling white'. Look at what a difference that white paint makes!! Everything is already starting to look cleaner and brighter.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/p1110782.jpgP1110782Luckily, our next door neighbor at The Shack has a very tall ladder we could borrow for painting this two story ceiling. We want to keep the wood stain on the beam in the main living area, so it was important to cover it up. Notice we're protecting everything EXCEPT that lovely brown carpeting. LOL There's a lot of prep work involved in painting. Thankfully we have plenty of tarps!2016-09-06T20:27:07+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/08/14/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-getting-ready-to-paint-and-install-a-plank-ceiling/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1110688.jpgP1110688And here's the entire ceiling under the upstairs walkway and into the dining area, complete. It looks amazing! Next we'll finish priming and painting the rest of the walls in the main area. That ceiling will be tricky! Then we can trim everything out with crown molding, casing and baseboards. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1110681.jpgP1110681And afterwards, it's all covered up and the planks add so much character!! By the way, notice that ugly plastic faux-woodgrain door? These doors are througout the house, and I plan to change them eventually. It would be great to find antique wooden doors, but that's tricky to find enough for an entire house. It's something I'm keeping in the back of my mind!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1100648.jpgP1100648We had to level the ceiling with furring strips as we went. And here, under the upstairs walkway, you can see that we had to remove some drywall as well. It was important to try and get everything level, so there wouldn't be noticeable crooked-ness after the rest of the trim and casing goes in. The process of leveling and applying the tongue and groove planks to the ceiling was very time-consuming, but also worth it!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1100334.jpgP1100334Here we are beginning to apply primer to all the walls. You can see what difference it makes, just getting rid of all that yellow sponge paint! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1100323.jpgP1100323While my spouse is doing prep work on the walls a and ceilings, I begin the process of applying milk paint to a millio- and-one planks which will eventually be applied to the dining room ceiling. Here you can see the V groove pine planks we chose to use on the ceiling. In this image many of the planks are shown with one coat of milk paint. The first coat is always very sheer and soaks down into the un-finished wood. It's the second coat where you get the best opacity and color.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1100310.jpgP1100310One of the first steps is to remove all the existing trim work. Here, you can see we have removed some of the wood ceiling trim, and the casing from around the doors and window. We've also begun spackling any cracks in the drywall and nail-pops, etc. By the way, when I say 'we' I mean, my dear husband...he's so awesome!2016-09-06T20:26:27+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/08/18/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-thrift-store-furniture-diys/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1100283.jpgP1100283An ugly thrift store bookcase gets a facelift with Milk Paint and a coat of wax. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1180286.jpgP1180286And here's my thrift store bookcase, all painted up and distressed, filled with books and other fun things. I just love it and think it's the perfect thing for this little corner of The Shack! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1110665.jpgP1110665One of the great things about Milk Paint, is that it sometimes chips and crackles in certain areas, lending a distressed feel to primitive pieces. I love how the side of the bookcase is all chippy and distressed. After a light sanding, and applying a coat of wax, the finish stabilizes and will stop chipping.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1110662.jpgP1110662After a coat of paint on the outside of the bookcase, I used a fine grit sandpaper to distress the bookcase in key place, allowing the dark wood the show through just a bit. The dark wood on the shelves really tie it all together, don't you think? https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1100354.jpgP1100354I started by painting the inside back of the bookcase...this was the hardest part--getting into all the nooks and crannies. I also chose to tape off the shelves and leave them dark wood. I think I'll really like the contrast when it's all finished, but if I change my mind, I can always choose to paint them later. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1100281.jpgP1100281I popped into our local thrift store the other day, and found this dark wooden bookcase. It's an Ethan Allen piece, which looks to be straight out of the 1970's. I know you're probably thinking, "Why would she buy that ugly thing? It's so dark and heavy looking!" And you're absolutely right, but it does have a few nice qualities, like the dentil molding at the top and the arched opening for the shelves. My husband and I both love to read and collect books, so we need plenty of shelf space in The Shack. In fact, when we were naming our little weekend house, we considered something along the lines of 'The Library'. 2016-09-06T20:25:07+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/08/10/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-the-popcorn-cottage-cheese-ceiling/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1090294.jpgP1090294A view of the popcorn or cottage cheese ceiling in the dining ares of The Shack.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pinterest-image-of-rustic-white-ceiling.jpgPinterest Image of rustic white ceilingI found this Pinterest image of a lovely rustic dining area...and the layout is even similar to the one at The Shack, with the french doors and window. I decided the most efficient way to cover up and add interest to the ceiling was to add a plank ceiling. You can visit this image by clicking this link: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/148337381454495661/ 2016-09-06T20:23:49+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/08/07/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-colors-and-inspiration/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1100306.jpgP1100306Milk paint comes in powdered form. You just add water and mix it up, then paint it on. You can play around with consistency, but in general milk paint is much thinner than regular paint. I find it almost always takes two coats, and once applied, it is super chalky. On unfinished wood, the water in the paint will bring up the grain and give a rustic feel. This is a look I'm hoping to achieve with all the wood trim in The Shack. I think the matte finish and rustic texture will be really great for a mountain house!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/sw-white.jpgSW whiteA bright fresh flat ceiling paint will be used on all the ceilings and the outside stair wall. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/sw-7029-agreeable-gray.jpgSW 7029 Agreeable GrayThis is Sherwin Williams 7029 Agreeable Gray. I'm planning to paint it on the fireplace wall, just to give a little contrast.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/sw-7021-simple-white.jpgSW 7021 Simple WhiteThis is Sherwin Williams 7021 Simple White. It's a very pale, warm stoney grey--not really a white as the name implies. All the rest of the main living area walls will be painted this color.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/2-rug.jpg2 RugHere's a blurry little segment of my actual wool Karastan rug. You can see the rich rusty red color, with pale golds and creams. There's even some teal blue and olive greens thrown in there. I love that the rug is warm tones, and that it has lots of color options which I can bring out in my furniture and accessories. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/3-rug-ariana_623v.jpg3 Rug Ariana_623VI mentioned that I have a sofa-sleeper upholstered in red fabric, which I plan to re-purpose in this space. So I knew I needed to incorporate some of those warm colors into the open floor plan. Amazingly, when I was out shopping for client's one day, I came across a wool Karastan rug in just the right colors! I failed to take a 'before' picture of the rug, but it is very similar to the one shown here, by Traditional Weavers.2016-09-06T20:23:12+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/08/04/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-big-plans/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/main-living-current.jpgMain Living CurrentBefore: Here's the floor plan I ended up with, grouping the seating area around the fireplace. I definitely want the fire to be a major focal point in this little Mountain house. It's such a bonus feature, and I can just picture us cuddle up near the fire on a snowy evening!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/85-hawthorne-drive-jim-thorpe-inside.jpg85 Hawthorne Drive Jim Thorpe InsideThe real estate listing shows furniture place upon the back wall of the main living area. None of the furniture is relevant to the fireplace. In fact, visitors had to walk between the furniture and the fireplace to move through the space. Since the chair at left is right up against the wall by the bedroom door. The TV is on the stair wall.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/hawthorne-entire-main-floor-empty1.jpgHawthorne Entire Main Floor EmptyHere's the floor plan of the first floor in The Shack. I tried to show the change in flooring between the dining area and living area...it's in such an awkward spot. I think they tried to keep it from bisecting the opening to the kitchen, but in the process, had to encroach upon the slate fireplace hearth. Having two different materials in this area really doesn't work at all...I'm sure it was a cost-saving measure at the time, and they didn't want to spend the money, replacing the entire floor in these areas. But still--what were they thinking?!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1090336.jpgP1090336Before: The main living area of The Shack, as seen here with it's original sponge painted yellow walls, multiple unattractive flooring materials and various other dated elements. There are many changes planned for the future!2016-09-06T20:22:46+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/07/27/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-the-interior-before/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p10903231.jpgP1090323I almost forgot to show your this small loft area, which is located above the dining room. It's small, with a steeply sloped ceiling, but I'm pretty sure I can carve out a little video game area for my son, with possibly a daybed and some shelving. I think it will turn out pretty cool!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1090318.jpgP1090318The final room at The Shack is the back bedroom. Painted lavendar, it has a dated wallpaper border. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1090317.jpgP1090317This upstairs bathroom is rather large for a house of this size and also contains the washer and dryer at the end. The fixtures definitely show the house's age, with the brass finishes and 1980's glass sliding shower doors.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1090313.jpgP1090313The first bedroom at the top of the stairs is painted a shocking lemon yellow and features navy blue plush carpeting. It's a tiny bedroom and the high contrast colors only enhance that fact.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1090312.jpgP1090312Once you've climbed the stairs, you can see a linen closet at the end of the open walkway. To the right of the closet is the loft and there are two bedrooms on your left with a full bathroom and laundry room in between.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1090306.jpgP1090306BEFORE: The stairs lead up to an open walkway, which accesses the bedrooms, loft and full bathroom. Obviously the stairs were covered in the ancient (totally disgusting) brown carpet which also adorned the living area. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1090049.jpgP1090049The french doors in the kitchen lead to a spacious rear porch, with a nice high railing and gates. This porch is a nice feature, since it takes advantage of the fully wooded lot--it's so peaceful back here!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1090055.jpgP1090055The kitchen at The Shack, as seen here from the back french doors, had plastic laminate floors, oak cabinets and green walls. At least it's a decent size and has a nice amount of cabinets.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1090060.jpgP1090060A small bedroom with full bath and walk in closet finish out the main floor. Unfortunately the bedroom was painted this unfortunate color of, what I like to call, 'Bathroom Brown'. It made the small room feel even more claustrophobic.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/living-room-before.jpgLiving Room BeforeIf we turn to the side, a view of the main living area opens up. Here you'll notice the fireplace with its faux stone surround, and the ancient brown carpeting, which adjoins the vinyl tile from the dining area at a very odd place (intercepting the fireplace hearth). On a positive note, this area has a nice vaulted ceiling, and a large window. Along with the rustic beam and stair railing, these are some of the things we actually liked about the space.2016-09-06T20:20:40+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/07/27/the-shack-our-little-poconos-getaway-the-exterior/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/p1130494.jpgP1130494While admittedly horrified by the color at first, I've learned to be patient. In the summertime, all the wonderful green helps to camouflage the vivid hue. Unfortunately, the home was just freshly painted before our purchase, so the need to paint is purely aesthetic. And since there is so much to do inside the little house (I'll share all about that with you soon), we've opted to wait a bit before changing the unusual palette.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/p1090103.jpgP1090103The back side of The Shack, shows the large back deck, the rudimentary fire pit, and the lovely bit of woods upon which the house is located. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/exterior-of-the-shack.jpgExterior of The ShackHere is the same photo in full living color! Our little mountain house is painted, what I like to call, Swimming Pool Green. Truly, when we were shopping for a mountain house, I skipped past this one, solely because of the color. It was my husband who said, "This one has everything we want, let's go take a look." 2016-09-06T20:14:55+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/07/30/2016-bucks-county-designer-house-the-ceiling-vent/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1190176.jpgP1190176Here's a sneak peek at the relationship between the vent and the bed...doesn't the custom drapery work look fabulous?! As you can see in this image, the vent is very prominently placed in the center of the room, so it absolutely could not be ignored. I love the way it turned out and all the time (and money) spent was definitely worth the extra effort. Details like these can make all the difference in a room's design, don't you think?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1190191.jpgP1190191And finally, here you see the finished vent. The iron grate got a coat of the white ceiling paint, while the gold frame got painted and glazed with pearl finish, with just a bit of the gold peeking through. Finally the wood frame is painted Galt Blue and just barely peeks out from beneath the frame. I love the feminine feel of the layered vent design, don't you? Now, instead of an eyesore, the vent is a centerpiece and something I wouldn't mind looking up at, while lying in bed.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1180928.jpgP1180928I'm so fortunate I have the most wonderful handy husband. I called on him (at the last minute, of course) to quickly build a wooden frame, which we could install on the ceiling, giving us a larger and more sturdy area for the vent to be mounted upon. I opted to paint it the historic Colonial Williamsburg Benjamin Moore wall color, Galt Blue. This would allow the frame to stand out a bit and create the effect of layered detail, once the frame and iron vent were installed. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/p1180890.jpgP1180890When we took down the old vent, to screw on the freshly painted and assembled ceiling grate, we found that the old plaster and lath in the ceiling was pretty rotted out in this historic portion of the home. None of the screws would bite, event into fresh areas of the perimiter. What to do?!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/ceiling-grate-frame.jpgCeiling Grate FrameThis pretty gold, rose-embossed frame was on pictureframes.com and I liked the Art Deco/glammy feel it had. The finish is a bit bold for the center of the ceiling, so I decided I could modify the finish, once I had it in hand. So I ordered the frame to fit the metal grate, and the size came out just perfectly!!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/ceiling-grate-10-x-10.jpgCeiling Grate 10 x 10Eventually I found this reproduction iron grate, cast from a Victorian original. It's unpainted, so that saves me the step of having to strip or sand down the paint from an older example. The grate is 10" x 10", which is pretty close to the existing louvered vent which was 13.5" x 13.5" at the widest point.2016-07-30T19:20:20+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/04/23/2016-bucks-county-designer-house-inspiration-boards/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/ob-bcdh-2016-bedroom.jpgOB-BCDH 2016 BedroomThis is an early example of a virtual design board I created for my 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom. As you can see, the idea is similar, in that many of the room' s elements are seen in one place. It's very helpful to have an inspiration board like this for visualizing a room's design!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p1180489.jpgP1180489The design Board was on display at the Empty House Party, back in March. Visitors to the house could stop into each room and see each designer's plan for his or her room. I also included a list of my room's sponsors and a small mock-up of the mural I'm planning to install in the alcove.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/design-board.jpgDesign BoardHere's a photograph of my design inspiration board for the Bucks County Designer House bedroom. As you can see fabrics and trims are displayed at the top left and center. My watercolor perspectives of the room are also displayed, along with the room's floor plan. A few of the room's major furniture items are mounted at the bottom right, along with the final paint color chips.2016-04-20T15:27:35+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/04/16/2016-bucks-county-designer-house-bedroom-those-messed-up-floors/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tuftex-subtle-touch.jpgTuftex Subtle TouchUnfortunately, the product info was missing on the carpet remnant I found, so I don't even have the product info for the rug. This photograph is a Tuftex carpeting called 'Subtle Touch'. It's super similar, and might actually be the exact product I'm using for my 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom floor. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/bcdh-floor-plan-2.jpgBCDH Floor Plan 2Now my Bucks County Designer House bedroom's floor plan looks like this. A large are rug, created from bound, soft gray carpeting will take up the majority of the floor space. This will create a soft, elegant surface underfoot which is very comfortable in a bedroom space. I'm happy with how it will lighten and create a neutral backdrop for all the gorgeous dark wood furniture and sumptuous fabrics, as well.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/carpet-remnant-2.jpgCarpet Remnant 2I dragged along my design board, with all my fabric samples and paint colors attached, and found a rug in the perfect size and color for my 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom. I think this will be a wonderful solution to the problem of the damaged floors in the room, and hopefully I will be able to touch up the damaged areas in the small area around the perimeter of the space without too much trouble. I'm sure you'll be able to find me up there later this week, on my hands and knees, scrubbing and touching up those floors. Just a day in the life of Kristine Robinson's Interiors...https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/barb-lin-carpet-in-doylestown.jpgBarb Lin Carpet in DoylestownSince I needed something very quickly, I decided to look for a local carpet supplier who could do the binding quickly and deliver the area rug to my space as soon as possible. Barb-Lin was very helpful. In the back of the basement, they have a hidden room containing all types and styles of carpet remnants. I was thankfully able to find a beautiful remnant large enough to cover nearly the entire bedroom floor! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p1180676.jpgP1180676As you can see in this photo, the floors are not only filthy, at times the space has become a dumping ground due to the attic storage access. 2016-04-16T02:48:00+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/04/08/2016-bucks-county-designer-house-custom-mural-by-limitless-walls/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/anthropologie-rosella-mural.jpgAnthropologie Rosella MuralAnd, of course, this Anthropologie 'Rosella' Mural is absolutely stunning too. Clicking on this photo will take you to the Anthropologie website and their page of beautiful wall murals. I love the styling of their home décor line, don't you?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p1180712.jpgP1180712Prep work has begun on my 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom. As you can see the doors and walls will be painted in this lovely Seafoam blue. The alcove in the center of this image is the wall which will become the focal point. A custom mural might be just the thing!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/stout-poem-1-peacock.jpgStout Poem 1 PeacockThis gorgeous floral from Stout Textiles has all the colors I'll be using in my Bucks County Designer House bedroom. While only used on accent pillows, it's the glue that ties the whole room together!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/bcdh-drawing-across-room-with-vanity-mural.jpgBCDH Drawing Across Room with Vanity + MuralMy sketch of the focal wall in my 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/mural-inspiration-watercolor.jpgMural inspiration watercolorHere's another inspiration image I found on Pinterest, using an overscaled watercolor floral for a mural.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/ob-bcdh-mural.jpgOB-BCDH MuralHere's an image with my sketch of the wall, the fabric sample from Stout Textiles and the final version of my custom wall mural by Limitless Walls. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/mural-watercolor-color-change-4.jpgSeamless pattern with flowers watercolor. Gentle colors. FemaleHere's the final coloring for my custom Floral Mural for 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom. The black line indicates where the corner will be in the actual room, and the image is to scale as it will be applied to the wall from floor to ceiling.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/mural-watercolor-flower-pattern-seamless-94941387.jpgMural Watercolor Flower Pattern Seamless 94941387This is the watercolor floral that Shawn from Limitless Walls sent to me. I thought it would be perfect to use in my Bucks County Designer House Bedroom, but the colors were just not right. I definitely did not want the yellow-green or the fuchsia pink in my mural, and the background was a bit too green.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/mural-inspiration-roses.jpgMural inspiration rosesThis overscaled floral artwork was one of the inspirational images I found on Pinterest (click through to be taken to the original image).2016-04-08T15:32:22+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/04/06/2016-bucks-county-designer-house-applying-the-paint-with-the-perfect-hangup/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/canva-ad-yellow-kitchen-antique.pngCanva Ad Yellow kitchen AntiqueClick on this image to be taken directly to my website for more information on Robinson Interiors.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p1180719-2.jpgP1180719 (2)Here's a photo of Michael Howard, of The Perfect Hangup, beginning the painting in my Bucks County Designer House bedroom. I'm so excited to see the transformation finally begin!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/stix-primer.pngStix PrimerThis is Stix, a waterborne acrylic primer that sticks to almost everything! My painter, Michael Howard, recommended we use this to cover the oil based paints on the window trim and doors. We will have it tinted to match the walls in Benjamin Moore's Galt Blue.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/benjamin-moore-regal-select-eggshell.pngBenjamin Moore Regal Select EggshellI've selected Regal Select waterborne paint in the Eggshell finish by Benjamin Moore for my 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom. This paint has many features: •Regal Select Features Paint and Primer Together •Easy Application •Highly Washable •Zero VOC*, Low Odor •Excellent Hide •Popular and versatile eggshell finish •Provides a Mildew Resistant Coating 2016-04-02T19:25:18+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/03/26/2016-bucks-county-designer-house-bedroom-the-fabrics-of-stout-textiles/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/p1170950.jpgP1170950Here a small cuttings of the Stout Fabrics I'm planning to use in my 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom. At the center is a magnificent floral with a seafoam blue background, darker teal leaves and soft petal pink with bold coral accents. I'm only planning to use this particular fabric in small amounts, but it will be the glue that unifies the whole space. It's the inspiration for the color palette in my bedroom.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/p1120364.jpgP1120364This is Mark Rickers, one of the amazing fabric designers at Stout Textiles. Mark helped me select my beautiful 2016 Bucks County Designer House Bedroom fabrics from Stout Textile's upcoming fabric line. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/p1120361.jpgP1120361Grace Rumer, of Grace Irene Window Fashions, and I are active participants in our WCAA (Window Coverings Association of America) group. Here's a photo of Grace at one of our chapter meetings which was held at Stout Textiles last spring. What's amazing, is that Grace, who is providing all the custom bedding and drapery labor for my 2016 Bucks County Designer House Bedroom, is holding the very trim that I chose to feature in my room's design! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/p1120376.jpgP1120376Stout Textiles is one of my favorite fabrics. I love them, not only for their selection of sumptuous textiles and amazing trims, but because they are a local vendor. Stout Textiles is located in Colmar, PA in Montgomery County, just at the border of Bucks County.2016-03-25T13:27:53+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/04/01/2016-bucks-county-designer-house-bedroom-paint-colors-by-benjamin-moore/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/trim-color-same-as-walls-sheila-bridges.jpgTrim Color Same as Walls Sheila BridgesInterior designer, Sheila Bridges, is pictured here in her own lovely home. Notice how the wall behind her has all the trim painted in the exact same color as the walls. This allows the doors and moldings to blend into the background. Using one color actually makes the space appear larger and less busy. Sheila Bridges' room even has an L-shaped nook, very similar to my designer house bedroom. How cool is that?! Feel free to click through to Pinterest for more info on this amazing designer and her Harlem home.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/bcdh-paint-colors.jpgBCDH Paint ColorsHere are several paint colors represented in the fabrics I chose for my designer house bedroom. I plan to use these colors in various ways throughout the space. I'll often pick out color sample chips, like the coral pictured here, to keep in my folder for shopping purposes too. This way, I can take the entire color scheme (not limited to the color for the walls) with me when I'm out shopping. It's much easier to carry some paper paint chips around, rather than lots of fabric swatches, etc. 2016-04-08T02:08:10+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/03/18/2016-bucks-county-designer-house-bedroom-custom-window-treatments-and-bedding-by-grace-irene-window-fashions/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/bcdh-2016-guidebook-ad.jpgbcdh 2016 Guidebook AdThis is the Ad that Grace and I are running for the 2016 Bucks County Designer House guidebook. We've been collaborating on projects for many years.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/bcdh-watercolor-of-bed-2.jpgBCDH Watercolor of Bed (2)A sketch, or perspective, of the bed wall in my 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom. Now that I've decided on the types of treatments, the fabric choices can be made.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/ashley-whittaker-bedroom.jpgAshley Whittaker BedroomThis gorgeous bedroom on Pinterest, designed by Ashley Whittaker, caught my eye. Here, Ashley uses a beautiful custom tester above the bed, which is also placed between two windows featuring roman shades.2016-03-15T21:04:33+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/03/11/2016-bucks-county-designer-house-bedroom-furniture-by-stenella-antiques/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/logo_lg.pnglogo_lgStenella Antiques is known for their high end, previously owned furniture (like Baker, Henkel Harris, Henredon, Kindel and many others). But they also sell new traditional furniture from many quality manufacturers like Drexel Heritage, Maitland Smith, La Barge, Jansen, Henkel Harris, and Eldred Wheeler. Stenella Antiques is more than antiques and they ship their beautiful pieces all over the world! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/stenella-henredon-tufted-chairs-26167e.jpgStenella Henredon Tufted Chairs 26167EThese Henredon tufted chairs from Stenella Antiques come already upholstered in a teal chenille fabric that will work perfectly in my Bucks County Designer House bedroom.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/dresser-mirror.jpgDresser MirrorThis Jonathan Charles 3 Section mirror has an Art Deco vibe. I love the idea of using it on the vanity in my 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/stenella-queen-anne-vanity-desk-22417.jpgStenella Queen Anne Vanity Desk 22417This delicate Queen Anne style vanity or desk is the perfect size to fit the alcove in my Bucks County Designer House bedroom.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/stenella-henkel-harris-pair-night-stands-39237.jpgStenella Henkel Harris Pair Night Stands 39237A pair of beautiful Henkel Harris night stands like these will work perfectly in my 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/stenella-henkel-harris-197-queen-bed.jpgStenella Henkel Harris 197 Queen BedThe gorgeous Henkel Harris queen sized bed I'll be using in my 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom.2016-03-10T15:49:04+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/03/05/2016-bucks-county-designer-house-garden-bedroom-the-floor-plan/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/floor-plan-queen.jpgFloor Plan QueenAfter playing around I ended up with this floor plan. You can see that I added night stands on either side of the bed, and I thought a pair of small rugs would make it nice to step out of bed in the morning. I also place a pair of chairs and small table at the foot of the bed, placed on a pretty area rug. The dresser is here too, placed between the windows opposite the bed. Finally, I put a small desk or vanity in the small L-shaped nook. It should provide a nice focal point across the room and would be very useful as well.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/bed-only-floor-plan.jpgBed only Floor PlanA Queen-sized bed fits nicely on the wall between the windows. Next I began thinking of what to place at the foot of the bed and in the rest of the space.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/empty-floor-plan.jpgEmpty Floor PlanThis is a scale drawing of the bedroom I'll be designing for the 2016 Bucks County Designer House & Gardens.2016-02-29T17:57:35+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/02/28/bucks-county-designer-house-bedroom-2016-before-the-work-begins/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/p1170654.jpgP1170654BEFORE photo of a window in Robinson Interiors' 2016 Bucks County Designer House bedroom.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170691.jpgP1170691And then there's this lovely HVAC vent in the middle of the ceiling in the bedroom at the Bucks County Designer House. Yet another challenge I face when designing the space. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170663.jpgP1170663I'm sure you've probably noticed the antique pine flooring throughout the bedroom. My space is in the historic portion of the 2016 Bucks County Designer House. The original farmhouse dates to 1860. Obviously the floors were carpeted, so there are many staples and bits of foam padding everywhere, along with the tacking strips around the perimeter. Once these are removed and the floor is cleaned and polished, the floor should be very pretty, albeit a bit rustic.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170680.jpgP1170680The wall to the immediate right of the entrance door has two windows with a nice wide blank space in between. You may have noticed that the doors throughout the space open right in front of the windows. This will really dictate what type of window treatments I will choose. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170679.jpgP1170679The bathroom I'm styling is located directly off the bedroom I'm designing for the 2016 Bucks County Designer House.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170678.jpgP1170678The bed wall also has two windows, and the attic door butts right up against the window in the corner. So, not only would the door opening prevent any outside mounted treatment, but there's no wall space to accommodate any type of fabric treatment.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170646.jpgP1170646Here's the BEFORE view upon entering my bedroom at the Bucks County Designer House. As you can see, the room is in quite a state! The wall opposite the entrance has an attic door (on the left), a cedar closet under the stair, then a small nook of wall space and another shallow closet on the right. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/end-of-hall-bedroom-4.jpgEnd of Hall Bedroom 4My room at the 2016 Bucks County Designer House is at the end of this long hallway, which will act as an art gallery.2016-02-29T17:54:48+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/03/02/2016-bucks-county-designer-house-bathroom-before/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/p1170659.jpgP1170659And looking off to the left, you'll notice a bathtub shower combo, and the toilet. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/p1170657.jpgP1170657When you look to the right, you'll notice an old bidet, which will be removed from the space (thank goodness!). Nearby is a small window. I have special plans for this space!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/p1170658.jpgP1170658Upon entering the bathroom, visitors are confronted with this wide, double-vanity. The homeowner is planning to have this vanity base painted, and new countertops, sinks, and fittings will be installed. The vanity mirrors will remain, albeit with a new finish as well. All the wall tiles will be demolished and new floors will be installed.2016-02-29T17:54:08+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/01/25/blizzard-of-2016-pretty-snow-covered-architecture/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170923.jpgP1170923This gorgeous 3 storey stone home is just a few doors up from my little house. It looks small compared to the gorgeous trees which surround it!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170914.jpgP1170914Here's a butter colored cottage with a gambrel roof. It's very charming, all nestled in the trees.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170907.jpgP1170907Another gorgeous Tudor Style home. This one has so many pretty eaves and multiple chimneys. Each of these houses is so unique and interesting!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170903.jpgP1170903This elegant Tudor could be on a Christmas card with it's lovely wreaths still flanking the arched doorway. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170892.jpgP1170892This pretty white four-square is so elegant in its simplicity. It reminds me of farm-houses of the south! I love the red door with the red berries on the tree.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170887.jpgP1170887There are quite a few of these lovely stone homes in the neighborhood, but each is slightly different and unique in its own way.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170884.jpgP1170884This is actually the back door of a lovely home down the block. Such a pretty back yard they have!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170881.jpgP1170881A stone Colonial Style home with its quintessential red door.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170880.jpgP1170880The towering trees are one of the most beautiful elements of my neighborhood. Look at the gorgeous specimens towering over this large, lovely home!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170877.jpgP1170877These two pastel beauties are look cozy amidst the blizzard. 2016-01-26T00:05:13+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/01/22/exciting-news-robinson-interiors-to-participate-in-2016-bucks-county-designer-house/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ben-moore-hc-142-stratton-blue.jpgBen Moore HC-142 Stratton BlueStratton Blue by Benjamin Moorehttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ben-moore-cw-585-ewing-blue.jpgBen Moore CW-585 Ewing BlueBenjamin Moore Ewing Bluehttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170738-2.jpgP1170738 (2)Kristine Robinson, of Robinson Interiors, showing her excitement at Measuring Day for the 2016 Bucks County Designer House & Garden.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1170738.jpgP1170738My drapery fabricator, Grace Rumer, and I are measuring for the beautiful window treatments that will enhance the bedroom I'm designing at Foxwood Manor, the 2016 Bucks County Designer House & Gardens.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/foxwood-manor-line-drawing-square-1024x1024.jpgFoxwood-Manor-Line-Drawing-square-1024x1024Foxwood Manor at 1596 Turkey Trot Road in Jamison is an 1830 farmhouse nestled amidst nine lush green acres and shaded with outstanding trees. A walk along the gravel path under shade trees and into the house will show the transformation a team of more than 30 designers, landscapers and artists has achieved at Foxwood Farm.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/bcdh_logolockup-copy.jpgBCDH_LogoLockup-copyFor 45 Years, the Bucks County Designer House & Gardens has supported the Village Improvement Association of Doylestown (VIA). 2016-01-22T19:15:27+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/02/09/why-go-to-a-designer-house-anyway/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kat-15.jpgKat 15A detail shot of my 2008 Bucks County Designer House room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kat-16.jpgKat 16The after image of my 2008 BCDH room. Wallpaper, refinished wood floors and casing/woodwork throughout, in addition to good lighting enhance the décor. All the beautiful antiques, furniture, and accessories would be nothing without the work done before-hand.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_3479.jpgIMG_3479In this 2008 BCDH room, the Victorian house had been un-occupied for several years. It required that I do a lot of expensive improvements (to walls, floors, etc.) before the fun part of decorating could begin. 2016-01-07T16:21:30+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2016/01/08/welcome-sweet-16/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1160702.jpgP1160702Silvia is a Siberian Kitten. This breed is considered Hypo-Allergenic and I can attest to that fact. We experience absolutely no allergy symptoms while snuggling with this adorable creature. She's the best!!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1160704.jpgP1160704Silvia is a Siberian Kitten. Even with their luxurious long hair, Siberians are considered Hypo-Allergenic. We experience absolutely nohttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1130978.jpgP1130978The Pocono Mountains, it's nature and wildlife, remind us of the are of West Virginia where my husband and I grew up. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1110811.jpgP1110811We've been doing a lot of the work on 'The Shack' ourselves and there is still a lot to be done! Here, you see our preparations for painting the vaulted living area. The yellow sponge-painted walls are now, thankfully, a thing of the past.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/the-shack.jpgThe ShackOur little 'money pit' we are affectionately calling 'The Shack', sits nestled in the woods. It is a true fixer upper, but we are enjoying the process and I'm eager to share it with you!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/p1160662.jpgP1160662Silvia the Siberian Kitten enjoys a favorite perch in the sunshine.2016-01-09T18:19:20+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2015/10/09/garden-inspiration-the-morris-arboretum-patrick-dougherty-and-the-swan-pond/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/p1150740.jpgP1150740The lovely swans at the Morris Arboretum on a sunny fall day.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/p1150754.jpgP1150754The Swan Pond at the Morris Arboretum is one of my favorite spots to visit. The graceful elegance of the swans is echoed by the Grecian Temple style pavilion. It's so elegant and peaceful here!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/p1150710.jpgP1150710On of the wonderful things about these Willow Sculptures is that they are interactive. Visitors can go inside the little structures and experience the twigwork intimately. Children seem to particularly enjoy this aspect and much laughter and running about can be observed during a visit to the Dougherty sculpture. I enjoyed popping inside too!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/p1150718.jpgP1150718According to the Morris Arboretum Website: "In the last thirty years, Dougherty has created some 260 sculptures in more than 15 countries. A Waltz in the Woods includes seven “towers”, each roughly 30 feet high, through which visitors may roam. Open windows create an airy feel, and opposing doors allow for travel between the towers. The variations in shape and size create a unique sense of flow and a maze-like feel. The negative space within the circle of the towers pays homage to the Arboretum’s Summer Palace which Dougherty created in 2009."https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/p1150708.jpgP1150708A glimpse of the Willow Sculptures by the world famous artist, Patrick Dougherty.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/p1150703.jpgP1150703There are many fountains and sculptures in the 92 acres that encompass the Morris Arboretum. Here you see the Key Fountain with the Seven Arches bridge in the distance across the large field of the English Park.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/p1150696.jpgP1150696The Wissahickon Creek runs through one corner of the Arboretum, and is a natural habitat for lovely wildlife. It's so picturesque down by the water.2015-10-08T17:30:56+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2015/07/24/garden-inspiration-the-pool-at-planting-fields-arboretum/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p1080741.jpgP1080741The glorious pool at Planting Fields Arborteum State Park in New York.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p1080743.jpgP1080743I'll leave you with this one last look at the sparkling blue water of the Planting Fields Arboretum swimming pool. The statues are keeping cool in the arcing fountains in the midst of all those beautiful flower plantings. How luxurious!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p1080755.jpgP1080755A peek through the poolhouse window shows the amazing lattice-work interior, complete with custom mural above the fireplace. And check out the adorable tole-work chandeliers of flower baskets. Can't you just imagine having a poolside tea party in this sweet pool-side getaway?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p1080751.jpgP1080751A closeup of the charming English cottage with it's eyebrow roofline. Notice the detail of the brickwork patterns...who wouldn't love to have such a charming poolhouse?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p10807451.jpgP1080745Looking back in the opposite direction, you can see the imposing Coe Mansion peeking out from between the mature trees outside the pool fence. The plantings in the wooden planters are shown in more detail here too...I love the simple, but lush planting of evergreens with modest purple sweet potato vines. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p1080737.jpgP1080737On closer inspection you will notice the adorable English Cottage, pool house at the far end of the pool. You can also see the amazing statuary placed amidst the pool fountains. Large square painted wood planters frame out the pool with evergreens and trailing vines, which echo the color of the adorable red brick cottage.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p1080734.jpgP1080734The absolutely spectacular pool at Planting Fields Arboretum. Plantings in this garden are laid out very symmetrically, and the overall space has a very English feel to it. Obviously we visited the Park on an equally spectacular summer day! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p1080733.jpgP1080733Another pair of beautiful urns adorn the stairway, leading down to the pool. Luscious garden plantings surround this exquisite space.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p1080732.jpgP1080732Here's a detail of the ornate gates at the pool entrance. I adore the leaf and floral design of the pediment. And those urns...absolutely gorgeous with their floral swags and Grecian faces!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p1080731.jpgP1080731The absolutely stunning gates leading to the pool garden at Planting Fields. The brick columns, topped with decorative urns, provide a stately feel to the pool area.2025-02-15T14:03:16+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2015/06/12/before-and-after-gracious-great-room/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/p1120523.jpgP1120523Custom window treatments provide such a wonderful impact on the updated space. Not only do they create the color-story for the room, but they draw the eye upward and visually expand the size & height of the bay window. Making the window appear larger fixes one of several scale issues within the space and give the window wall relevance in relation to the tall fireplace. You may also notice that we added a shelf above the television, to help balance the bookcase on the opposite side of the fireplace. This also allows for some lovely accessory placement and helps keep the television from being so dominant on the left side of the focal wall.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/p1120497.jpgP1120497What a beautiful and elegant room this turned out to be! My clients love spending their evenings in this gorgeous and relaxing great room!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/slide41.jpgSlide4https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/slide31.jpgSlide3https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/p1120527.jpgP1120527Custom draperies set the color story in this elegant great room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/p1120531.jpgP1120531Soothing colors with contrast blue-grey inside the bookcases and above the fireplace mantel create a sense of calm elegance in my client's great room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/slide6.jpgSlide6https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/slide5.jpgSlide5https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/slide4.jpgSlide4https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/slide3.jpgSlide32015-06-10T15:56:22+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2015/05/15/the-terrace-at-elway-hall-home-of-barry-darr-dixon/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/p1120612.jpgP1120612The rear terrace at Elway Hall.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/p1120647.jpgP1120647My final image is from a little side porch off the front of Elway Hall. I thought the stone faux bois bench was so charming centered under the archway. And the giant nut sculpture sitting up on the ledge is fantastic too!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/p1120641.jpgP1120641Here's a view of the opposite side of the stairs leading up to the terrace. Grady especially liked the orb statue in the foreground. I love the simplicity of the boxwood shrubbery in those big stone pots. They allow the garden sculptures to be the stars!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/p1120628.jpgP1120628Here are the entry doors leading inside the home. A Grecian statue is perfect in the doorway, and a mesh pedestal elevates a rustic garden armillary sphere. The metal mesh pedestal is one of Barry's own designs!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/p1120620.jpgP1120620A pair of large stone stag sculptures flank the stairs and look out across the lawn.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/p1120629.jpgP1120629Looking across the wide terrace, you can see the many distinct groupings and seating areas. All the furnishings were kept neutral and stone-colored, and plantings are mostly boxwood in large stone planters.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/p1120609.jpgP11206092016-07-12T12:29:45+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2015/04/26/visiting-elway-hall-the-home-of-interior-designer-barry-darr-dixon/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120578.jpgP1120578Elway Hall in Warrenton, Virginia is the home of designer Barry Darr Dixon.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120656.jpgP1120656After about 2 hours of fully experiencing the grandeur of Elway Hall, we sadly departed with even more regard for interior designer Barry Darr Dixon and his unparalleled home, Elway Hall.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120595.jpgP1120595To the right of the pool is this marvelous tree with numerous black-painted Adirondack chairs beneath. So simply elegant!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120592.jpgP1120592The back lawn slopes down to the elegant pool area. It was early spring the day we visited and many trees were blooming, while others were just coming into leaf.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120619.jpgP1120619Here's Grady sitting on the back terrace at Elway Hall. We had such a lovely time experiencing the grandeur of this elegant mansion!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120609.jpgP1120609Barry Dixon's back porch contains an amazing variety of garden statuary, accessories and many examples of his own furniture line. It must be so wonderful to lounge out here, taking in the view of the grounds at Elway Hall in the summertime!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120602.jpgP1120602There is a lovely wide stone porch across the back of Elway Hall, which Barry Dixon has filled with a stunning array of stone statues and objet d'art.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120600.jpgP1120600Here I stand at the back corner of Elway Hall. You can get a true sense of the mansion's scale from this photo...it is vast and extremely beautiful!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120587.jpgP1120587Here's Grady gazing up at the towering centerpiece on the front of Elway Hall. This window is the main staircase inside the house, featuring a two-story Bavarian-glass window .https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120572.jpgP1120572Along the drive, a stacked stone wall has amazing texture. Elway Hall is beautifully nestled amongst the trees.2015-04-25T15:52:13+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2015/04/04/vibrant-green-sunroom-by-robinson-interiors/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120489.jpgP1120489A detail of the area rug and sectional sofa in my client's vibrant green sunroom.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120490.jpgP1120490A comfortable chair and ottoman provide another spot to relax and take in the outdoor views, in the vibrant space. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120496.jpgP1120496The artful wool rug provides soft comfort underfoot, while acting like artwork in the large space. The colors tie the whole room together and softer color palette helps tame the vibrant green walls.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120492.jpgP1120492A tall arc lamp provides nighttime reading light and anchors the corner of the sectional. Colorful pillows scattered throughout, add pattern and provide pops of color on the neutral sectional cushions. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1120480.jpgP1120480AFTER: the large sectional with neutral cushions anchors the space and breaks up all the bold color. Scale is so important in a large room like this one. A large, contemporary wool area rug anchors the seating area and adds to the color story. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/p1020848.jpgP1020848BEFORE: Bold green on the walls and a soft turquoise on the tray ceiling are vibrant and exciting in this conservatory, but the vintage iron furniture is leggy and small, while the striped rug is undersized and not relevant to the furniture placement. 2015-04-03T15:23:58+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2015/03/07/is-this-the-most-beautiful-state-capitol-building-in-the-united-states/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1090698.jpgP1090698https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1090848.jpgP1090848I'll leave you with this one last view of the enormous green tiled dome of the main rotunda, framed against the bright blue sky. How marvelous!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1090879.jpgP1090879There are beautiful views across the river to City Island from here. City Island is home to a ballpark, miniature golf, picnic pavilions and many other recreational activities. From here you can also catch a ride on the 'Pride of the Susquehanna' Riverboat. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1090913.jpgP1090913Also in the park is this delightful sculpture by the noted artist J. Seward Johnson, Jr. This sculpture is called 'Waiting'. I love my Mom's sense of humor here! She makes me laugh.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1090899.jpgP1090899Grady and my Dad enjoying the view at the park in front of the Capitol Building.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1090877.jpgP1090877A beautiful park is located at the end of State Street, placed to enjoy views of the Susquehanna River. You can see the Capitol Building, looking beautiful at the opposite end of the street.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1090856.jpgP1090856Facing the opposite direction on State Street, is the beautiful Susquehanna River. What a beautiful sky we had that October day!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1090854.jpgP1090854The main rotunda entrance to the Capitol Building is on State Street, as seen here. State Street is quite lovely with historic buildings on either side and a beautiful grassy strip up the center. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1090836.jpgP1090836A detail of the surveying panel on one of the bronze doors at the Pennsylvania State Capitol Building in Harrisburg.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1090838.jpgP1090838This is my Mom standing in front of an amazingly detailed door at the capitol building. The door had different professions featured on different panels, placed in a grid, almost like a quilt. The workmanship here is just phenomenal!2015-03-06T14:09:09+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2015/03/05/my-neighborhood-and-the-most-beautiful-snow-of-the-year/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1120232.jpgP1120232My home, Sycamore Cottage, in the snow.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1120239.jpgP1120239The birds have their own little cottage to keep them warm on this snowy day.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1120235.jpgP1120235My walk around the block brings me full circle, back to my own little cottage. My bright yellow front door is a beacon in the winter-time.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1120211.jpgP1120211This soft grey stucco home is so elegant and understated. There's just something about that dove grey that is so soothing.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1120207.jpgP1120207Another gorgeous stone house, this time with rusty red shutters and matching benches on the front porch. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1120204.jpgP1120204I admire the symmetrical qualities of this pretty tan stucco home. The two large eaves really draw your eye right down to the charming arched front door.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1120200.jpgP1120200I've always been in love with this home at the end of my block. That butter color, combined with the bright green shutters is so fresh and cottagey! Even though this house is quite large, it has a cozy Hansel & Gretl feel.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1120197.jpgP1120197This large stone home has many Tudor details, painted dark, almost black. I really like the high contrast here...especially with their red door and all that white snow.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1120188.jpgP1120188Just look at how the thick snow is clinging to the branches on that Dogwood tree in the foreground! This gorgeous stone home belongs to a dear friend and client of mine.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/p1120187.jpgP1120187The dormer windows on this pretty Colonial Revival stone & stucco house recess into the roof. I really love that feature!2015-03-05T17:47:55+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2015/02/14/dining-room-update-window-treatment-refresh/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/p1110969.jpgP1110969A final look at this finished bay window treatment.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/pair-2-herb-3.jpgPair 2 HERB-3A pretty ivory linen fabric, printed in turquoise and teal.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/p1110981.jpgP1110981A closeup of the very pretty window treatments in my client's updated dining room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/before-and-after-dugan-3.jpgBefore and After DUGAN 3Before, the dark fabric and heavily swagged and tailed window treatment darkened the room and made everything feel dated. After, the fresh and light fabrics, and more elegant, streamlined design makes this room feel fresh and open. What a difference!Before, the dark fabric and heavily swagged and tailed window treatment darkened the room and made everything feel dated. After, the fresh and light fabrics, and more elegant, streamlined design makes this room feel fresh and open. What a difference!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/before-and-after-dugan-2.jpgBefore and After DUGAN 2Before, the dark fabric and heavily swagged and tailed window treatment darkened the room and made everything feel dated. After, the fresh and light fabrics, and more elegant, streamlined design makes this room feel fresh and open. What a difference!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/p1110979.jpgP1110979The beautiful new treatments make all the difference in the world, don't they? The light and airy drapery panels are fabricated using an off-white embroidered fabric by Stout Brothers. The valance is a custom design using a lovely scrolling linen-like fabric, also from Stout.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dugan-process-window-treatments-dining-room.jpgDugan Process Window Treatments Dining RoomFabrics selected were lighter and more updated in their color palette. My sketch of the window treatment design shows full length panels in a wispy light fabric, and less cumbersome valances with a more tailored vibe.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/p1080921.jpgP1080921As you can see the dining room is very traditional, with a lovely turquoise paint above the chair-rail and simple darker teal wallpaper beneath. Dark burgundy paisley swags and long cascades feel heavy on this pretty bay window.2025-02-02T13:23:58+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2015/02/07/builddirect-names-kristine-robinson-to-best-15-in-philadelphia/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8741.jpgIMG_8741Kristine Robinson is honored to be named one of the top 15 Interior Designers in Philadelphia.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/2010-headshot-atlanta-3.jpg2010 Headshot Atlanta 3Proud to be named one of the 15 best Interior Designers in Philadelphia!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/p1030416-2.jpgP1030416 (2)Kristine Robinson of Robinson Interiors celebrates being named Top 15 interior designers in Philadelphia.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/a-headshot.jpgA HeadshotKristine Robinson of Robinson Interiors in Jenkintown, PA.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/city-philly-skyline.jpgCity Philly SkylineThe beautiful skyline of Philadelphia, PA.2015-02-10T01:05:05+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2015/01/16/mansion-in-may-art-collectors-sanctuary-and-atrium-in-vivid-green/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/p1040057.jpgP1040057The stunning fireplace surround in the Atrium at Blairsden, the 2014 Mansion in May.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/p1040058.jpgP1040058Here's a detail of the horsehair fabric. Many passersby would not even recognize this precious fabric, which is woven from the main and tail hair of horses. Horsehair fabric is usually in the $300 and up price-range and has been used for centuries to upholster fine furniture. I particularly admire the embroidered geometric pattern on this particular example.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/p1040064.jpgP1040064A stunning octagonal round-a-bout was used at one end of the room. Placed upon the luxurious seat are pillows crafted from green horsehair fabric. Many passerby would not even recognize this precious fabric, which is woven from the main and tail hair of horses. Horsehair fabric is usually in the $300 and up price-range.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/p1040063.jpgP1040063Glorious antiques were used in this space, alongside valuable Lalique glass accessories. And of course, the artwork just shines in this atrium!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/p1040055.jpgP1040055The artwork used throughout the space is very impactful (which is not surprising, since Mr. Yarosh is an art dealer). However, one of my favorite things about the space is the magnificent use of antiques throughout.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1040050.jpgP1040050The color scheme chosen by Yarosh is very bold with a strong celery green above the detailed chair rail with Grecian motifs. Below the elegant wave border the walls are upholstered in an absolutely gorgeous damask jacquard fabric featuring peacock blue and green.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1040056.jpgP1040056The atrium features a beautiful glass ceiling and is open to the hallways on 3 sides. James Yarosh chose a vivid green, combined with peacock blue for the vibrant color scheme.2015-01-19T23:10:04+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/12/31/my-collections-clocks-and-antique-books/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p11009821.jpgP1100982Many of our clocks are displayed in our living room bookshelves, alongside antique and vintage books I've been collecting since High School. Here you see a grouping of small tabletop clocks, amongst some leather bound books.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1110028.jpgP1110028This is a favorite antique clock I purchased at auction while attending college.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1110003.jpgP1110003This is the grandfather clock that my husband refinished and restored many years ago. It stands in our foyer, along with a cuckoo clock and a watercolor (done by my uncle) of our little cottage.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1110013.jpgP1110013This 'shelf clock' with a reverse painted glass was a gift from my wonderful parents. The cloche holds dried gardenias from my own wedding bouquet.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1110011.jpgP1110011This 'camel back' mantel clock was a wedding gift from myself to my husband. It has lovely Westminster chimes which ring every quarter hour.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1110008.jpgP1110008This turn-of-the-century slate 'black clock' is in our dining room, where an antique pocket watch is displayed on top. The framed butterflies were a gift from a dear friend and were collected from all over the world.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1110001.jpgP1110001An unusual desk clock sits atop a stack of leather-bound books on our fireplace mantel.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1110054.jpgP1110054An antique German clock was a gift to my husband for one of our wedding anniversaries many years ago.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1110024.jpgP1110024A bronze, gilded clock by Jennings Brothers enjoys a spot with some favorite antique books and accessories.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1110017.jpgP1110017This glass-domed anniversary clock resides in front of my vast collection of interior design books.2017-03-14T22:11:37+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/12/19/interior-design-classes-at-temple-university/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1030163.jpgP1030163During 'The Effective Use of Color' class, students are challenged with mixing and creating colors to help further their understanding of undertones.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1030165.jpgP1030165During color class, students are challenged with mixing and creating colors to help further their understanding of undertones.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/p1100191.jpgP1100191During 'The Effective Use of Color' class, we do some hands-on activities with mixing paint colors. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/temple-students-charles-postell-stacy-pileggi.jpgTemple Students (Charles Postell & Stacy Pileggi)Here I am (at the right), pictured with a few of my wonderful Interior Design students at Temple University. Can you tell we have a great time?2014-12-16T15:43:36+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/11/21/2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-the-master-bedroom-by-tobi-fairley/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1080526.jpgP1080526The master bedroom at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse, designed by Tobi Fairley.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1080527.jpgP1080527To the left of the fireplace is a built-in wet bar complete with a mini fridge and everything one might need in a private master bedroom. How luxurious!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1080523.jpgP1080523The bookcase accessories use limited color, and focus instead upon metallic with strong round shapes.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1080522.jpgP1080522Directly across from the foot of the bed is a lovely seating area and fireplace. There are even built in bookshelves at the right and a wet-bar at the left! The curvy wing-back chairs are covered in the same orange toile, and a round grey ottoman is used as a cocktail (or coffee if you prefer) table. The colorful artwork above the mantel is truly amazing. At first glance it just looks like a photograph of flowers, but upon closer inspection, once notices an eye peeking out from the foliage and then naked shoulders with fingers clutching the bouquet the bottom of the image. I love art that takes a few minutes to reveal itself!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1080525.jpgP1080525Before we turn around and look at the sitting area, check out the beautiful bench at the foot of the bed. It's covered in an amazing grey and white faux-bois (wood grain) fabric. I just adore this! And the comfy orange throw just completes the look.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1080520.jpgP1080520On the opposite side of the bed is this stunning orange chest of drawers. The color brings to mind the iconic Hermes branding. And don't you just love the wide brass drawer pulls? The look amazing with the brass accessories atop the bureau, which have a funky 1970's vibe.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1080528.jpgP1080528To the left of the bed (on the same wall as the entry door) is a gorgeous sofa upholstered in the same grey as the shades and bedhangings and using the same beautiful tape on the seat and pillows. A large piece of abstract artwork hangs above the sofa, flanked by swing arm lamps for reading. The side tables are very small and tailored, echoing the lines of the streamlined sofa.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1080518.jpgP1080518Here's a closer look at the bed wall, with it's full length draperies in the orange toile (hung all the way to the ceiling). Tobi used grey roman shades underneath the draperies and used a beautiful tape to band the edges of both the shades and the bed hangings. The painted white side tables with their curvy legs are just perfect with the shape of those chunky charcoal lamps! The almost wall-to-wall area rug, provides a solid background and much needed relief from the heavily patterned wallpaper. This is the perfect rug for the space.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1080517.jpgP1080517This is the view upon entering the master bedroom at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse. The bed with it's sumptuous half tester canopy is the obvious focal point (as it should be). A strong grey fabric is used on the exterior, while a bold orange toile in an Asian inspired pattern lines the canopy.2014-11-19T20:09:51+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/11/14/what-is-a-quester/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/garden-urn.jpgGarden UrnA lovely historic site, visited with my Questers chapter.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1050799.jpgP1050799Pennsylvania's Annual Conference is held in the spring of each year. There are many opportunities throughout the year to meet with other Questers for learning opportunities at the local, state, and national level. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1010780.jpgP1010780A fellow Quester and I accepting our grant check at the Pennsylvania State Questers Spring Conference. This money will go to restore entry doors at historic site in our neighborhood.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/p1050816.jpgP1050816Members of Steeplechasers Questers visiting an historic site on a beautiful day.2014-11-18T22:19:50+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/11/01/2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-ultra-soft-and-soothing-bedroom-in-the-palest-of-blue/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080498.jpgP1080498The soothing guest bedroom designed by Phoebe Howard at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080509.jpgP1080509Here's a quick peek inside the en-suite bathroom. Here a relaxed roman shade was used with a little glass bead trim. This looks very feminine and pretty with the soft tan and blue horizontal-striped wallpaper.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080501.jpgP1080501Here is a detail of the fabrics and trims on the sumptuous window treatments in this elegant bedroom.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080500.jpgP1080500On the windows we find a sheer open weave fabric used for scalloped roman shades. The drapery panels at the sides are made of a soft blue linen. A lovely double row of contrasting gimp was applied at the leading edge and along the bottom for texture and visual detail. The gimp has a bit of green in it, which is the perfect subtle shift from the palest of blues in the fabric. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080493.jpgP1080493Here we look across the room from the entrance, toward the windows. You can see the painted dresser is flanked by two upholstered chairs facing the bed. And don't you just love the sculptural base on that stunning bench at the foot of the bed? Let's walk across the room and check out those window treatments.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080502.jpgP1080502On the opposite side of the bed, Phoebe Howard chose to use a desk, instead of a traditional nite-stand. I love this tactic and use it all the time, myself. Desks are so functional and can also be used as dressing tables in a bedroom. The upholstered chair softens the dark wood of the desk. Notice a pair of green glass lamps were used on the desk. This was an unusual choice and a departure from the very limited color palette, but I loved it! Green goes with everything.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080496.jpgP1080496Beyond the upholstered chair is this amazing round inlaid wood table used as a nite-stand. The table-top is a work of art in itself. Plus the warm wood finish provides some contrast with all the pale, cool colors in the room. The pottery lamp and earthy accessories complete the look along with a functional mirror. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080495.jpgP1080495To the left of the bed, and just inside the door is a tailored, yet comfy chair, covered in soft blue linen with kick pleats on the waterfall skirt. The pillow features a white geometric applique. And I'm sure you've already noticed that terrific garden stool/drinks table beside the chair--I just love those!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080499.jpgP1080499Here's a closeup on top of the dresser. Check out that amazing seashell mirror! I also love the limited use of tailored accessories in here--that Shagreen box is gorgeous!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080505.jpgP1080505Here's a view from inside the bed (no I didn't climb under the covers, but I would've liked to!). Notice the soft blue walls and the painted ivory dresser. So elegant and understated!2014-11-01T22:50:41+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/10/25/2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-colorful-exotic-bedroom/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080466.jpgP1080466A detail of the colorful ethnic bedspread in Katie Leede's bedroom, designed for the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080471.jpgP1080471I'll leave you with this final image, looking back toward the entrance. Did you notice the cool lantern that's swagged across the ceiling. I really like the knotted cord cover, which gives it a bohemian feel. Also, in this image you can appreciate the draperies again. Notcie the contrast banding at the hem, in the same fabric used to fabricate the cornice. So pretty! I love details like these.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080566.jpgP1080566At the left side of the bed, a primitive round table was used with a matching gourd lamp. The bedspread is so colorful and fun in contrast to this serious dark bed. The carving on the bed is magnificent! Did you notice that great little shelf inside the top of the headboard? What a terrific place to store books and cherished items. This antique bed is like a room within the room!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080470.jpgP1080470To the right of that fabulous Jacobean bed (which acts almost like sculpture in the room) the designer placed a small desk, which also serves as the night stand. That textural blue and turquoise gourd lamp is amazing!! And the upholstered chair with the rolled back is stunning too!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080564.jpgP1080564Here's a view through from the bed. Check out the inside of the bed canopy: isn't it cute having pink contrasting buttons up there, to pull out the pink in the ethnic bedspread? I also like the cornered tufted sofa across the room. The artwork above the sofa sparked quite a lot of buzz...many viewers felt that the female subject looked pained or that the artwork was disturbing in this bedroom. What do you think?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080464.jpgP1080464Here's an image of the fabulous window treatments. The designer chose to use woven wood shades under bold green dotted drapery panels. A turquoise cornice board with fabulous tassel fringe adds an exotic feel. I really like the bold color combined with natural elements that give an almost tropical feel. That long rustic wooden bench is really cool too, don't you think. It's wonderful how the light is just falling down on it in the image!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1080565.jpgP1080565Katie Leede designed this colorful exotic bedroom with her 19 year old daughter in mind, with a Jacobean bed as the centerpiece. You know how I love antiques...well I think this is just fabulous!2014-10-22T01:33:04+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/10/15/the-pet-cemetery-at-burholme-the-historic-ryerss-mansion/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070561.jpgP1070561The ornate cupola at Burholme, The Ryerss Mansion in Philadelphia, PA.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070573.jpgP1070573The Ryerss family also kept horses on the property. The horse in this portrait is "Old Grey".https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070582.jpgP1070582This feline duo are also quite lovely. Don't you love that they have ribbons adorning their necks and that they are all framed so beautifully?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070577.jpgP1070577Dogs were by no means the only treasured companion in this family, as this portrait of two bunnies shows.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070579.jpgP1070579Here's a portrait of "Nelly" the Ryerss family Doberman.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070583.jpgP1070583Inside the museum are portraits of many family pets, including this 1884 oil on canvas painting by J.N. Ness entitled "Ponto and Brown Dog".https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070670.jpgP1070670With engraved names like Fido, Little Nelly, Fanny, and Ponto, these Victorian tombstones pay tribute to cherished family pets. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070663.jpgP1070663Just below the house beneath a lovely old tree are just under a dozen tombstones. Many visitors at first glance think that these are family tombstones. But each of these marble beauties is devoted to a family pet.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070565.jpgP1070565Behind the mansion is a lovely carriage house, which matches Burholme nicely. And here you will notice is the small pet cemetery, sited beneath a nearby tree.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070700.jpgP1070700Here is the view looking out from the front of the mansion. You can see much of the grounds remain the same. In 1905 the mansion was turned over to the city of Philadelphia and opened to the public as a museum in 1910 under the administration of the Fairmount Park Commission. Today there are three baseball diamonds, a football field, and three soccer fields on the grounds of Burholme. Burholme Park, as it's called, also contains a playground and is a popular place for sledding, due to the park's large hill. 2014-10-14T20:30:50+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/10/18/burholme-the-historic-ryerss-museum-and-library/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070601.jpgP1070601So if you're ever in the Philadelphia area, planning an itinerary, I would recommend Burholme for a stop on your journey. Amazingly enough, admission is FREE (although donations are always welcome), and the staff is so nice and eager to share their knowledge. The Ryerss family history is super interesting too (there are juicy scandals, like when Robert Ryerss married his housekeeper)!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070684.jpgP1070684The Historic Ryerss Mansion in Philadelphia is named Burholme.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070637.jpgP1070637And check out this amazing Ostrich Egg box!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070652.jpgP1070652The objects in the cases are widely varied. For instance, this image is of an ancient lava rock and a fragment of the Coliseum in Rome.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070653.jpgP1070653On the second floor of the addition, cabinet after cabinet displays amazing artifacts.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070646.jpgP1070646Grady, like most boys, especially enjoyed perusing some of the ancient weaponry on display.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070632.jpgP1070632Many of the items are displayed in custom cabinets of curiosities that were fabricated at the turn of the century just for this purpose.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070636.jpgP1070636A large addition was added to the rear of the mansion in 1923. These rear galleries were added to display a truly vast number of objects collected. This lower level houses many of the Asian objects.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070600.jpgP1070600This little fella is a stuffed Alligator calling card holder. He has become somewhat of a mascot at Burholme.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1070594.jpgP1070594The former dining room with it's table and various pieces of tableware.2016-01-21T15:07:51+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/10/04/the-2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-the-mudroom-upper-landing/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080593.jpgP1080593A sculptural rattan side chair used in the Upper Landing at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080591.jpgP1080591I'll leave you with this final image of the Upper Landing at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse. Henry & Co Design has even more images on their own Facebook and Instagram pages. I apologize, because I was unable to get a good image of the corner which features a wonderful custom banquette. Unfortunately, there was a volunteer sitting there the entire time, making it impossible to get a good shot. But you can find great photographs of this space on the Henry & Co website, so you should definitely go visit!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080473.jpgP1080473Turning just slighting to the left, you can see the lovely Pasons-style console table with an amazing pair of cobalt blue pottery lamps. The pair of pouf ottomans beneath were so textural and interesting as well! I can't leave this image without mentioning the wonderful pair of rattan chairs, used in the space. Rattan is so trendy and popular right now, whether used in its natural state, as seen here, or painted in bright colors.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080474.jpgP1080474Looking back at the staircase, you'll notice the simple sisal carpet runner, the cute beach photography and that adorable vintage looking trellis-style lantern (one of a pair in the space).https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080463.jpgP1080463Climbing the stairs, you are greeted by the light streaming through the windows in the second floor stair landing, highlighting the gleaming hardwood floors. One of the first things you'll notice is the gorgeous floral fabric upholstering the walls above the ship-lap wainscoting. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080462.jpgP1080462The adjoining powder room is also clad in ship-lap siding, painted in alternating stripes. This contributes to the updated nautical theme, along with the ship lights and riveted metal framed mirror. The rope basket in the corner gives some texture and warmth too. This is a terrific powder room!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080461.jpgP1080461The super cool mudroom at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse features Navy Blue walls and lots of crisp white ship-lap siding at the wainscoting. The designer has created an updated beachy vibe with surfboards and large scale artwork of ocean photography. I especially love the ocean wave rug too!2014-09-30T13:43:57+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/10/11/2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-lavender-linen-guest-bedroom/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080536.jpgP1080536A detail of pillows in one of the guest bedrooms at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080545.jpgP1080545I'll leave you with this shot of the bed and its pretty side chair, bedding, and charmingly mismatched night stands. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080543.jpgP1080543Here's just a quick peek into the en-suite bathroom. Notice the honeycomb tile on the floor, which is especially nice. The sheer roman shade is also pretty, but doesn't seem like it would provide much privacy. Purple accessories are used sparingly to continue the bedroom's color scheme.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080544.jpgP1080544Here's a shot featuring the pretty linen draperies. They're very simple full-length panels in the same printed damask pattern as the skirted table by the bed. They're very elegant and subtle and the scale of the pattern combines beautifully with the area rug.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080541.jpgP1080541Here's a look across the room at the corner with the linen-covered chair and ottoman. Notice the extra large floor mirror leaning off to the right, and the pretty white floor lamp. In this photo, you can also get a better feel for the absolutely stunning area rug in this space. The rug is large enough to cover the entire floor, with just a little bit of hardwood peeking out at the sides. The lavender and ivory trellis pattern is perfect in this soothing bedroom.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080534.jpgP1080534Directly across from the bed is this painted dresser with bold modern art hung above. A comfy chair and ottoman reside in the corner.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080533.jpgP1080533On the wall to the right of the bed sits this lovely settee. The artwork is hung in a grid, gallery style. That's also a very pretty white floor lamp at the left, and those pillows are gorgeous!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080537.jpgP1080537The designer chose to use mismatched end tables on either side of the bed. At the right is this lovely skirted table. The fabric is so pretty with its lavender damask pattern and I really like the added detail of the ivory ribbon tape, applied just a few inches from the hem. You can also take a closer look at the bedding in this photo. Such a pretty combination of fabrics and textures were used.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080531.jpgP1080531The French linen-upholstered bed is topped by lovely lavendar bedding. The pair of white glass gourd lamps are quite pretty, as is the ivory starburst mirror above the bed.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080529.jpgP1080529Kate Singer is quoted as saying, "I wanted this bedroom to have a peaceful, tranquil feel inspired by the soft and serene color palette of summer lilacs, linen and white. This would be a wonderful room in which to retire at the end of a day at the beach or shopping in town."2014-09-29T22:19:57+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/10/08/the-2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-blue-orange-guest-bedroom/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080476.jpgP1080476The laundry room at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse was long and narrow. I love that the designers kept things clean and simple, with tailored roman shades at the windows, white countertops and white cabinetry with sleek nickel trim.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080486.jpgP1080486This bedroom has its own private bath, painted in a soft blue. The designers chose a cute navy blue lacquered mirror and a terrific shiny nickel quatrefoil light fixture.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080484.jpgP1080484Near the door, the designers have placed a lovely navy blue desk and white painted chair, upholstered in zebra print fabric.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080481.jpgP1080481The full-length draperies are fabricated in the same zebra patterned fabric as the desk chair, and are combined with a very pretty sheer. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080483.jpgP1080483Across the room in a sitting area, featuring a bold orange sofa, echoing the color of the bedside lamps. I really like the pinstripe chairs in a menswear-type fabric.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080400.jpgP1080400https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080480.jpgP1080480The bed features a solid blue upholstered headboard with double nailhead trim. The bed, painted nightstands, and bold orange lamps provide a place for your eye to rest.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080559.jpgP1080559Just inside the door, to the left, is a stunning Navy blue desk with a very cool painted chair, upholstered in a zebra print fabric.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080558.jpgP1080558The blue and orange guest bedroom designed by Mabley Handler Interior Design. Notice the bold trellis pattern wallpaper wraps up and onto the side of the tray ceiling. There is a lot of pattern here, but the scale and intensity of each pattern holds its own.2014-10-08T20:10:39+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/09/27/the-2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-the-library-and-adjoining-bathroom/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080448.jpgP1080448Here's a detail of the large antiqued mirror above the console. It actually has reverse gilded (eglomise) patterns on it--absolutely gorgeous! The brass pinecone lamp is interesting--it looks vintage to me. I also thought this was a terrific location for the designer to place a tray of beverages, creating a make-shift bar area. Something every library should have, don't you think?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080442.jpgP1080442The bathroom mirror was wonderful! It has a teal tufted velvet frame, which softens all the hard surfaces in this space. The reflection shows the chevron draperies in the library, and my wonderful son, Grady too! We have such fun touring these properties together. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080444.jpgP1080444Just off the library is this beautiful full bath. The chevron tile floors echo the window treatment fabrics in the adjacent room. Notice the white waterfall countertop on the vanity and how it wraps around and down the side.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080441.jpgP1080441This image shows the absolutely gorgeous grasscloth wallcovering with its geometric embroidery. The embroidered threads are in two colors and provide amazing texture for to the walls!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080447.jpgP1080447A detail of the Grecian figure atop the gilded étagère in the library at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080437.jpgP1080437On the room's entry wall the designer placed a pair of clean-lined gilded etageres. Beautiful and interesting accessories were artfully arranged near an oversized chaise lounge. I thought the placement of that beautiful floor lamp was an interesting choice--in front of and between the shelves and the chaise.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080440.jpgP1080440Across the room is an ornate, painted and gilded console table with an antiqued mirror above. Beautiful antiqued mirrors were another recurring motif at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080438.jpgP1080438To the left of the main seating area was this ample window seat overlooking the front lawn. The designer chose a graphic chevron pattern for the single large roman shade. Custom pillows in contrasting colors look so inviting here!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080445.jpgP1080445Here's a detail of the square white drinks table. It appears to be bleached wood with a chunky clear epoxy poured into the voids. I'm not sure of the actual composition, but I think it's wonderfully interesting! I'm really loving the current trend of using these sculptural tiny tables adjacent to comfy seating.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080439.jpgP1080439The ivory club chairs feature brush fringe along the cushion seams. Notice the sisal area rug is layered with a real Zebra hide rug. Animal skins were a popular recurring theme in this year's designer showhouse.2014-09-28T20:19:08+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/09/17/the-2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-the-outdoor-living-spaces/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080605.jpgP1080605The stunning Faux Bois bench featured on the Rear Landing Area designed by Mecox Design Services at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080606.jpgP1080606My favorite thing about this rear landing area, is the Faux Bois bench. Faux bois (from the French for false wood) refers to the artistic imitation of wood or wood grains in various media. The craft has roots in the Renaissance with trompe-l'œil. Martha Stewart is known for her collection of Faux Bois. Traditional Home magazine just did a fabulous article about Faux Bois in a recent issue.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080604.jpgP1080604This is another area designed by Mecox Gardens. Many traditional garden elements were used, like the cement frog statuary on the bluestone steps. A primitive antique vintage Grecian column anchors the corner ahead.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080603.jpgP1080603The "Rear Landing' is located just off the garage. There are stairs leading down to the basement here, as well. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080610.jpgP1080610The opposite side of the pool house/guest cottage features a nearly identical terrace. This one features a dining table and chairs, but has the same elegant black and white color scheme and elaborate hanging baskets. Notice the chunky square white columns at the corners of the pergola. The designer also placed white outdoor grommet draperies inside the pergola, to soften the look.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080419.jpgP1080419A detail of clustered potted plants at the end of the outdoor sofa. Notice the traditional cement garden bench used as a coffee table. Very clever!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080418.jpgP1080418The hanging baskets are planted in moss suspended from wrought iron hooks. I love the dripping, trailing plants and small white flowers. Understated and opulent at the same time! I also love how the designer chose to hang them in a central location at varying heights. They are treated almost like a chandelier, placed above the round coffee table ottoman.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080417.jpgP1080417The terrace outside the quaint little pool house featured black and white striped outdoor carpets and accents under a lovely pergola.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080607.jpgP1080607The adorable pool house and guest cottage has an elegant terrace all its own.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080413.jpgP1080413The designers, Gail and Karyn, used bold colorful accessories with crisp white outdoor furniture for this comfy sitting room.2014-09-17T14:00:28+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/09/24/the-2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-the-great-room-and-living-room/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080434.jpgP1080434A detail from the Living Room at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse, created by Lillian August Designs.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080432.jpgP1080432Off to the left is this fabulous Lucite console with a live-edge wood top. The starburst mirror is fantastic too!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080430.jpgP1080430The living room has entrances from either side of the great room fireplace. This image is your first impression upon entering the room. The pair of gold metallic etageres are beautifully arranged and the large comfortable sofa has bold pillows that inject the bold orange accent color into the room's design.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080429.jpgP1080429In the opposite corner of the great room, resides a stunning white baby grand piano (worthy of Liberace, himself!). The piano stool is an identical match those placed in front of the fireplace. Another oval ottoman is tucked under the body of the piano and white-framed black & white photographs are hung asymmetrically above.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080428.jpgP1080428I highly approve of the comfortable seating found throughout this space. Nearly all of which is upholstered in white. The shapely ottomans in front of the fireplace are great-looking. One of my favorite items in this space is the small gold table at the bottom left of the photograph. Aside from being a table, it's a shiny gold faux log. Exquisite!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080427.jpgP1080427Across the room is the fireplace with a grey stacked stone tile.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080426.jpgP1080426When entering the great room from the kitchen, visitors are greeted with a lovely seating area. The comfortable club chairs, and metallic round cocktail table give off an Art Deco vibe. 2014-09-15T14:32:27+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/09/20/the-2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-the-pool-house-guest-cottage/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/hampton-designer-showhouse-pool-house.jpgHampton Designer Showhouse Pool HouseThis image is from an article on 'The Editor at Large' blog, which also has a photo tour of the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse. This image gives a wonderful sense of the entire space and the architecture of the main room. Click on the image to be taken directly to the article.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080425.jpgP1080425Here's a closeup of the absolutely stunning mosaic tiles on the walls of the guest house bathroom. I just love how this gives the room interest and texture in a traditional, almost classical Grecian way.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080424.jpgP1080424The wood vanity was so cool in this bathroom. I just loved the beachy bleached finish and the extremely simple lines of everything. It's also great how the woodwork on the walls coordinate with the custom sink base. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080423.jpgP1080423The guest cottage also features a pretty bathroom. This was actually my favorite room in the pool house! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080422.jpgP1080422Here's another shot of the kitchen cabinets, backsplash and countertops. Everything is very streamlined and simple in this modern kitchen.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080421.jpgP1080421The kitchen continues the neutral color palette of greys and earth tones. Notice the exotic wood-grain on the cabinet doors, while the frames are a bleached gray wood. The backsplash is very pretty with ivory strips. And there are plenty of metallic thrown in with the appliances and shiny nickel cabinet hardware.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080420.jpgP1080420The main living area is very neutral with bluestone floors and warm gray walls. The vaulted ceiling helps make the space feel a bit larger, as does the limited color palette. 2014-09-10T19:01:00+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/09/13/the-2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-the-kitchen-and-swimming-pool/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/ciuffo-kitchen-cabinetry.jpgCiuffo Kitchen CabinetryThis photo can be found on the Ciuffo Cabinetry Facebook Page. It shows the green stools tucked under the waterfall countertop at the island, and the full layout of the kitchen and breakfast area.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080412.jpgP1080412A detail of the lovely chaise lounges beneath useful umbrellas found poolside at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080411.jpgP1080411There are doors in the kitchen, leading to the stately bluestone terrace" width="640" There are doors in the kitchen, leading to the stately bluestone terrace. Ample seating, combined with useful lanterns and gorgeous tall topiaries enhance this useful extension of the home.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080410.jpgP1080410The terrace leads down to the amazing pool area with umbrellas and chaise lounges.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080408.jpgP1080408Circling around to the far side of the kitchen, upper cabinets feature shiny nickel door frames recessed in the shiny lacquered cabinetry. An interesting feature is the back-lit frosted glass fronts on the cabinets, which allow the colorful glassware to glow through from the inside.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080407.jpgP1080407The colorful table setting pops off the pure white top of the custom kitchen table.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080405.jpgP1080405Travelling through to the opposite end of the room, an upholstered banquette provides seating in the bay window, which overlooks the sunny pool terrace.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080404.jpgP1080404The gas stove is placed in an alcove to the right. Isn't this mosaic marble backsplash pretty?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080595.jpgP1080595Entering the kitchen from the dining room, you can appreciate the rich wood floors, a wonderful contrast to the white beadboard ceiling. You'll also notice the waterfall marble top on the large kitchen island.2014-09-05T16:07:23+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/09/10/the-2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-the-dining-room/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080398.jpgP1080398A corner of the dining room at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse, features a shagreen covered cabinet, a Venetian mirro, ikat patterned wallcoverings, and an elegant chair with a zebra hide seat.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080596.jpgP1080596The windows of the 2014 Hampton Designer House dining room are treated to simple full-length grey silk draperies with woven wood shades beneath. The solid color silk is a needed respite from the busy pattern in the wallpaper. In this photo, the different styles of dining chairs at the 3 separate tables is also more apparent.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080597.jpgP1080597This shagreen cabinet is one of a pair that flanks the glassed in wine enclosure. Shagreen is a luxurious material commonly made from the skins of sharks and rays. It's often used to cover books and boxes...even the hilts of swords. Shagreen is not often used to cover an entire piece of furniture because it is a very expensive substance. The design of these chests is especially pretty, with the starburst pattern on the side and the sliver leafed details, including the Greek Key feet.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080399.jpgP1080399One of my favorite features in the dining room is a pair of gorgeous shagreen cabinets with lovely lamps and accessories arranged on top.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080402.jpgP1080402The tables are set beautifully with a formal gilded place setting and a mix of lovely crystal glasses.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080397.jpgP1080397The opposite side of the room features a bamboo étagère, flanked with a pair of large arm-chairs. Notice the extra large framed photography seen above the distressed painted console at the left. This room features a widely eclectic mix of furnishings!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080396.jpgP1080396Rather than us a single large dining table, the Mecox designers chose to use 3 separate square dining tables, with a different style of chair at each table. There is also additional seating in the dining room, like the tufted settee in front of the large front windows.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080401.jpgP1080401The cluster of three large bubble-like chandeliers draws you eye to the dramatically dark-painted coffered ceiling.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/p1080395.jpgP1080395The dining room at the 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse was designed by Mecox Design Services. It has a moody neutral brown and grey color palette.2014-09-05T14:52:14+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/09/06/visting-the-2014-hampton-designer-showhouse-making-an-entrance/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080599.jpgP1080599The 2014 Hampton Designer Showhouse exterior.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080392.jpgP1080392The walls in the powder room were covered in a textural metallic grasscloth. The window features a truly beautiful roller shade with a metallic paisley sheer fabric. I think roller shades are making a real come-back! You'll also notice the window casing and crown molding which is found throughout the house--it has a very simple art deco feel.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080391.jpgP1080391The vanity in the powder room featured a waterfall marble top and this interesting gray stepped front. This sink base is very sleek and clean-lined.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080394.jpgP1080394The powder room off the entry had a charming globe shaped chandelier with crystals and capiz shells. The mirror over the sink vanity featured artfully arranged seashells.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080388.jpgP1080388On one side of the entry hall is this elegant skirted table with inverted pleat corners. The designers also included a custom drapery panel with smocked heading to further divide the space from the living room beyond. And did you notice that statue on the table? It's a bust with a pie on the face! I love design with a sense of humor, don't you?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080386.jpgP1080386The sitting area features a beaching color scheme of turquoise and ivory with gray. I especially admire the mirrored dressing screen, which anchors the seating group visually. The combination of vintage style furniture with the Lucite tables and updated area rug is a nice touch too!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080384.jpgP1080384Just inside the front door is a lovely foyer by The Rinfret Group. The grey and ivory geometric stair runner coordinates beautifully with the area rug below.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080382.jpgP1080382The stunning shingle style house has many eaves and a lovely front porch. The gravel drive is typical in the Hamptons...I think it lends a vintage appeal, don't you?2014-09-05T14:36:43+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/09/03/visiting-the-hamptons-the-montauk-point-lighthouse/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080381.jpgP1080381Our main reason for visiting the Hamptons was a tour of the fabulous Hampton Designer Showhouse. This is a side view of the main house (at the right) and the pool house (to the left). Parking was on the tennis court and we walked around the front to enter the main house.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080231.jpgP1080231Replicas of 18th century soldier's tents set up on the grounds of the Montauk Point Lighthouse on Long Island, NY.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080263.jpgP1080263If you're ever up in the Hamptons, you should definitely try to make the trip up to Montauk Point State Park. It's definitely worth the visit!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080300.jpgP1080300The unspoiled views of ocean and nature are really stunning. We were at the Montauk Point State Park on a perfect summer day!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080292.jpgP1080292There's a great little café and bar at the park, with ample seating and a lookout area. There was terrific live music when we were there too!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080266.jpgP1080266After checking out the lighthouse (yes, you can climb up to the top!) and talking to the very kind history buffs, a walk down to the shoreline was in order.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080239.jpgP1080239Each gentleman creates his own attire. I particularly liked the striped stockings and bright green wool trim on this man's costume. Can you see how big that musket is? They are heavy!!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080235.jpgP1080235My son loved learning about the muskets and how they work. It was really fascinating to see the costumes and military gear in person!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080219.jpgP1080219You've heard the old saying, "Boys will be boys." Well these guys were having a great time, playing with their guns and giving us an authentic 18th century experience!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080182.jpgP1080182A gentleman in historic garb from the 1700s and holding a musket looks out at the craggy shoreline from the Montauk Point Lighthouse.2014-08-26T20:45:07+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/08/30/visiting-the-hamptons-for-interior-design-inspiration-and-family-travel/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080350.jpgP1080350A picturesque view of a church framed in trees from the Hamptons.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080327.jpgP1080327The rear entry of a Ralph Lauren store in the Hamptons. It's so inviting with trailing greenery and lush plantings of Hydrangeas!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080340.jpgP1080340Adjacent to one of the RL stores was this adorable courtyard. Grady enjoyed watching the birds nesting in the ivy wall. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080356.jpgP1080356A lovely shingle-style mansion peeking through the driveway-sized opening in a tall hedge is typical in The Hamptons.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080349.jpgP1080349The rooftops of exclusive mansions peek out above the lofty green walls of greenery in the Hamptons.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080343.jpgP1080343The charming Vineyard Vines shop has this wonderfully optimistic motto: Every Day Should Feel This Good. I wholeheartedly agree!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080309.jpgP1080309And, of course we had to stop in the charming Vineyard Vines store...my niece made a special request that we bring her a whale sticker from this super-preppy clothing store. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080320.jpgP1080320I loved the inventive displays in this Ralph Lauren Children's boutique. It's Moby Dick jumping out of the page! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080377.jpgP1080377Here's a lovely little Presbyterian Church along the Montauk Highway. There are so many pretty spots along the drive up Long Island!.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1080376.jpgP10803762014-09-01T14:48:04+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/08/27/mansion-in-may-closets-and-transitions/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/acp-closet-at-mim.jpgACP Closet at MIMThis image is from a Press Release by Affordable Closets Plus. You can get to the article by clicking on this image.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1040084.jpgP1040084The amazing painted ceiling in the formal dressing lounge, features metallic and pearl finishes. It even has sequin embellishments! What a great feature to add interest to the white cabinetry throughout.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1040085.jpgP1040085Devoe Martin from Affordable Closets Plus shows Grady the innovative storage solutions for ties and accessories.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/linen-closet-mim.jpgLinen Closet MIMCheck out the before image of the linen closet on the second floor of Blairsden. This designer is a genius!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1040053.jpgP1040053Here's another detail, showing the wide pink awning stripe adjacent to the pull-out shelves for storing linens. What a fantastic closet, featuring the illusion of never-ending space.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1040052.jpgP1040052Grady and I took a selfie in the linen closet. By lining the small space in mirrors, this room becomes a dazzling treat for the eyes. What a memorable space!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1040049.jpgP1040049At first glance, this is just your average dark wood closet (and I must apologize, because my photograph does not do it justice). On further inspection, you'll notice the drawers are just amazing. They feature a Sirocco pattern printed on mirrored panels--very glam. The gowns in this space were also magnificent--how luxurious to have a closet designated just for evening gowns!2014-08-26T20:19:13+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/08/23/victorian-interiors-ebenezer-maxwell-mansion-part-5-the-kitchen/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1070112.jpgP1070112A well used, yet still colorful kitchen chair at the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion in Philadelphia, PA.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1070098.jpgP1070098Here's a closer look at the kitchen's light fixture, and the beautiful starburst detail at the center. I could see this used in one of my client's homes today, above a modern kitchen island.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/updown-large.jpgUpDown LargeDon't forget, the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion frequently hosts a wonderful 'Upstairs Downstairs' event, which showcases the challenges and enjoyments of Victorian women across all socio-economic levels. Actresses portray a Victorian lady and a maid, who guide visitors through the mansion, sharing their stories about life in the Victorian era.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1070095.jpgP1070095Notice the tubes attached along the ceiling and down below the window. This is the hot water lines, leading from the water tank (with water heated by the iron stove) and over to the sink. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1070092.jpgP1070092 Isn't the coal scuttle at the bottom of this image pretty? I love the scrolled decorative lid. I think it's wonderful that the Victorians embellished even the most basic and utilitarian items in the home. Behind the coal scuttle, you'll notice the large hot water tank...this was high-tech gadgetry for the Victorians!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1070087.jpgP1070087Each bell has a room labeled, so the servants could see the room from which the call was being made.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1070085.jpgP1070085Above the doorway to the hall is a very interesting device: the servant call system, or house bells.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1070096.jpgP1070096One of my favorite elements in the kitchen's décor is this (formerly gas) light fixture. Isn't it stunning? Can you see the valve keys just beneath the glass globes for adjusting the gas? And the beautiful starburst detail at the center of the fixture is so elegant too! I could see this used today above a modern kitchen island.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1070110.jpgP1070110The open shelving contains many pretty and useful objects like the Stoneware platter and jug seen here.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1070088.jpgP1070088The kitchen actually had many modern conveniences, including a hot water heater and running water (you can see the sink to the right in this image). I love the green painted Hitchcock Chair in the corner--so quaint and charming!2014-08-25T19:32:32+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/08/20/victorian-interiors-the-ebenezer-maxwell-mansion-part-4/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060955.jpgP1060955A window alcove in the ladies lounge at the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion in Philadelphia, PA.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060983.jpgP1060983That brings us back out to the sun-lit stair landing of the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060945.jpgP1060945In a corner near the entry to the bedroom, sits a small desk and chair. This photo shows the handpainted woodwork featured in the lounge. You'll also notice the draperies on the pocket door. These are called Portieres and, in addition to being decorative, helped to further divide and provide insulation between the spaces.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060950.jpgP1060950The ornate painted and gilded ceiling in the ladies lounge at the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1070010.jpgP1070010Across the room you'll notice a red settee behind a small table set for tea. In this image you'll notice the ornately handpainted wainscoting, frieze, and ceiling. The color combinations here are fantastic: lavender, rose, gold and green.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060957.jpgP1060957The lounge portion of the space has a papier-mache lap desk on the chaise for writing letters or composing poetry. The luxuriously draped table contains books and sewing implements...appropriate lady-like activities.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060948.jpgP1060948The right hand corner of the room features a chaise draped with a Paisley Shawl (very trendy at the time) and the left corner is set up for tea.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060992.jpgP1060992Beautiful pocket doors lead into the adjacent lounge. Let's go explore in there!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060979.jpgP1060979An intricately woven bouquet composed entirely of human hair. hangs in the master bedroom at the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion. These hair wreaths were very popular in Victorian times, and the process of mounting the strands onto wirework frames was an acceptable pastime for Victorian ladies.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060980.jpgP1060980The corner to the left of the bed houses a charming little table and chair. My favorite thing hangs above the table...2014-08-11T14:39:23+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/08/09/victorian-interiors-ebenezer-maxwell-mansion/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060889.jpgP1060889A statue of a Roman Soldier sits upon a marble pedestal in the Victorian parlor of the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion in Philadelphia, PA.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070025.jpgP1070025I'll leave you with this final colorful image of the Victorian Parlor at the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion. I love how the sun is streaming through the windows and through the ornately turned legs of the table.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060885.jpgP1060885The Renaissance Revival settee in this photo has such amazing carved details. This is such a sculptural piece of furniture. The cheerful yellow upholstery really brightens the dark, heavily carved wood.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060884.jpgP1060884A detail of the charming hand-painted table. The image is of a couple enjoying a Gothic ruin. There are lovely flowers painted around the perimeter and on the legs. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070034.jpgP1070034Another corner features a sumptuous gold tufted Renaissance Revival settee. It is heavily carved with lots of medallions and cresting, typical of this style. I also love the hand-painted tilt-top table in the corner. Isn't it great when a piece of furniture is also a piece of art?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060880.jpgP1060880Did you spot this amazing example of Victorian Bird Taxidermy on top of the piano. The colorful birds are preserved under a glass dome with a marble base. This too was a popular Victorian interior decoration and is still very collectible today.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060874.jpgP1060874In a far corner of the parlor at the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion is a Thomas Loud piano. Loud Brothers was a very early Piano Manufacturing Company based in Philadelphia, PA, which went out of business in 1837. Loud Brothers instruments are exceedingly rare and of museum caliber today.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070035.jpgP1070035A detail of the opulent chandelier and ceiling medallion in the parlor at the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070043.jpgP1070043The glorious gilt mirror above the fireplace mantel goes all the way to the crown moulding. It is adorned with ornate scrolls and sculpted grapes. Reflected in the mirror is the equally ornate plaster ceiling medallion from which the chandelier is suspended. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060872.jpgP1060872The black slate fireplace mantel is quite lovely, especially when paired with that amazing mirror! This photo also features the variety of chairs around the centrally located parlor table. This table has a chocolate colored marble top with white veining. Notice the finials and turnings that were popular in Victorian furniture.2025-04-11T17:50:22+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/08/13/victorian-interiors-ebenezer-maxwell-mansion-part-2/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/upstairs-downstairs-at-ebenezer-maxwell.jpgUpstairs Downstairs at Ebenezer MaxwellThe Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion hosts an 'Upstairs Downstairs' event every month. This is a special guided tour featuring actresses, portraying a Victorian maid (downstairs) and the lady of the house (upstairs), who guide you through a house tour, providing a unique perspective into the Victorian lifestyle. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1070032.jpgP1070032Sunlight streams through a parlor window, silhouetting an ornate Victorian chair at the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion in Philadelphia, PA.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070119.jpgP1070119A final view of the dining room set for a sumptuous dinner.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070074.jpgP1070074The lavish dining room chandelier is dripping with grapes and grapevines. Each arm is a faux-bois marvel, emulating wood with grapevines twirling around their length.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070078.jpgP1070078The dining room features another dazzling gilt mirror above the fireplace mantel. This image also highlights the colorful wallpaper (I love the color combination in the room), and of course, the splendid chandelier!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070077.jpgP1070077Much of the woodwork in the house, including the doors in the dining room are hand-painted faux wood grain. If you look closely you can see that various colors of brown, caramel and gold paint have been used to simulate real wood grain patterns. This was a popular thing to do in middle class homes of the Victorian era.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070050.jpgP1070050The dining room also features a sewing corner, with various implements that might be used by the lady of the house. I'm very fond of the thread holder in this image, which kept all the different colors of embroidery floss from getting tangled up.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070058.jpgP1070058Another fascinating piece is this bun warmer, which kept bread and rolls warm during meals. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070055.jpgP1070055Hard boiled eggs rested on the rack and were lowered into hot water to keep them warm. Pulling on the handle, would raise the rack and allow the eggs to be served at the proper temperature. So cool!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070054.jpgP1070054This silver egg warmer is one of my favorite things in the dining room.2014-08-07T17:48:57+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/08/16/victorian-interiors-ebenezer-maxwell-mansion-part-3-the-childrens-room/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060904.jpgP1060904Notice the stick and hoop at the foot of the crib...this was a popular Victorian child's diversion as were the other toys scattered across the floor. Beneath the crib is an antique squirrel cage--children would often keep squirrels as pets and enjoyed observing them running on the wheel, like hamsters.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060909.jpgP1060909Check out this coal bin sitting by the hearth in the children's bedroom. Decorative coal bins are containers to store coal for your fireplace or stove. Since a bucket full of coal sitting out in full view isn't all that attractive, the Victorians devised coal bins that hold a substantial amount of fuel at the ready, yet the containers also serve as a decorative element in the room. This one features a precious dog portrait on the octagonal top.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060915.jpgP1060915A detail of the Victorian child's log cabin quilt at the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion in Philadelphia, PA.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060929.jpgP1060929I'll leave you with this selfie of me in the Children's Bedroom at the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion. You can see the dollhouse behind me in the wonderful pitted and pock-marked antique mirror.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060933.jpgP1060933Framed on the bedroom wall is some info about the dollhouse, which was restored by a great grand-daughter of Ebenezer Maxwell and contains donations from many sources. There are even miniature reproductions of actual pieces from the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion inside the dollhouse! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060925.jpgP1060925Here you see the quite large (around 5 foot tall) dollhouse, filled with antique miniature furnishings. Sorry about the glare, but the museum keeps plexiglass on the front for obvious reasons--who could resist reaching a hand inside to play with these little masterpieces? https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060924.jpgP1060924On our way out of the room is this lovely child-sized Schoenhut baby grand piano. The children in this household were very fortunate...let's check out that humongous dollhouse next!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060932.jpgP1060932Even more cute is this very tiny hand mirror atop a miniature dresser!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060928.jpgP1060928To the left of the bed is another pretty dresser, this one with a marble top. On the dresser sits two miniature dressers. This doll-sized furniture (along with salesmen's samples) is quite collectible today. Aren't they adorable?!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060902.jpgP1060902Suites of this caramel colored furniture with chocolate hand-painting were very common in Victorian guest rooms and servants quarters. Notice the boxes on the top for storing gloves and collars.2014-08-16T15:39:12+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/08/04/the-hamptons-designer-showhouse-making-plans-to-attend/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/hamptons-designer-showhouse.jpgHamptons Designer ShowhouseThe 2014 Hamptons Designer Showhouse is at 408 Pauls Lane, Bridgehampton, New York. I can't wait to hear that gravel crunch beneath my feet! 2014-08-04T16:40:54+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/08/01/countess-of-bessborough-philadelphia-real-estate/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/countess-of-bessborough.jpgCountess of BessboroughThe home of the late Lady Bessborough, countess of the same and wife to the late Earl of Bessborough, Viscount Duncannon. Before marrying into the aristocracy proper, the Randor native was already part of Philadelphia society, being related to both the Drexel and Biddle families.2014-08-01T19:25:12+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/08/02/national-historic-disctric-glencairn-mansion/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060453.jpgP1060453Today the mansion serves as a museum of religious art and history. Glencairn Museum educates visitors about the history of religion, using art and artifacts from a variety of cultures and time periods--most of which were collected throughout the lifetime of John and his son, Raymond Pitcairn. Religious life through the ages is presented by means of a remarkable collection illustrating religions as varied as ancient Egyptian, ancient Greek and Roman, medieval Christian, Islamic, Asian, and American Indian. Various cultural events are also held in the great hall of Glencairn (the acoustics are fabulous for musical performances!).https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p1060006.jpgP1060006An upward look at the monumental Glencairn Castle in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p10509931.jpgP1050993This is the view of Glencairn seen from the driveway. The impressive tower looms above the structure. Views from the top are quite impressive!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060154.jpgP1060154A final look at the picturesque 'Castle' called Glencairn. I hope to share some interior photographs soon. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060004.jpgP1060004A 'selfie' I took of my reflection in one of the massive first story windows. Notice the stone relief carvings of birds at the top corners of the window and another angle of the beautiful pavilion reflected behind me.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060003.jpgP1060003A detail of the beautiful stone-work at Glencairn. Notice the carved rams and sheep atop the columns and the arched ceiling inside. The floor has beautiful stone-work as well.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060001.jpgP1060001The view of the Cathedral down the hill from Glencairn.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050997.jpgP1050997This beautiful terrace is located at one corner of the stone mansion. It features beautiful plantings and an amazing view of the Cathedral below.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050994.jpgP1050994This photograph shows a detail of the impressive stone-work on the mansion. The construction was completed by the same craftspeople that built the Cathedral.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050993.jpgP1050993This is the view of Glencairn seen from the driveway. The impressive tower looms above the structure. Views from the top are quite impressive!2014-08-01T15:39:58+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/08/06/victorian-architecture-ebenezer-maxwell-mansion/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060973.jpgP1060973I thought I'd leave you with this 'selfie' of me inside the Ebenezer Maxwell mansion...just a little taste until next time, when I get to show you the lovely interiors of this Victorian home. I'm honored to have been invited to photograph the inside, since that is normally not allowed! Plus, there are just so many wonderful Victorian furnishings I can't wait to show you!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070204.jpgP1070204The Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion is an excellent example of Victorian Gothic and Second Empire Architecture in suburban Philadelphia.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070203.jpgP1070203https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070149.jpgP1070149The Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion, a fine example of Victorian Gothic and Second Empire design.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070160.jpgP1070160The Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion in Philadelphia, PA. A fine example of Victorian Gothic and Second Empire architecture.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070135.jpgP1070135I should also mention that the gardens surrounding the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion are also lovely. These are authentic Victorian gardens with over 150 varieties of trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants, ferns and vines. Not to be confused with current overly mulched and manicured gardens, they represent the horticultural theories of the 1840's and 1860's, with bold woodsy plants found in a wild forest or natural landscape.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070176.jpgP1070176The original fence surrounding this corner property is also quite lovely. Can you see the spiky starburst portion partway down the gate? This wrought iron has such great detail. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070168.jpgP1070168The masonry and stone building is two-and-a-half stories, and has a three-story tower at the front. The roof is in the mansard style, with slate covering. The house has three lovely porches and four stone chimneys.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070184.jpgP1070184At one point in the mansion's history, the property was sold to an oil company, to be used as the site for a gas station!! It was at this point the community banded together and saved the mansion from demolition in the 1950's. Preservation efforts continued through the 1960's and up to this very day!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1070158.jpgP1070158This part of the house features an ocular window at the top. Here you can also see the decorative red stone-work featured in several locations on the exterior. It reminds me of the argyle pattern, made up of several diamonds or lozenges.2014-08-06T21:30:28+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/07/30/national-historic-district-cairnwood-mansion/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060439.jpgP1060439At the top of the octagonal tower is the family chapel, placed at the highest point in the house so that worshipers face east. This chapel is the embodiment of John Pitcairn’s strong spiritual beliefs. He was guided by the doctrines of Emanuel Swedenborg, an 18th century Swedish scientist, philosopher and theologian.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060431.jpgP1060431This photo shows a little more detail of the side facing the cathedral. From this perspective, you can see one of the most striking features of Cairnwood: the octagonal tower with the high-pitched roof. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050981.jpgP1050981This property is worth the visit for the gardens, alone. They are truly magnificent. Fortunately, guided historic tours of Cairnwood are available Tuesday through Sunday!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/cairnwood-in-fall.jpgCairnwood in FallI actually took this photo in the fall a few years back. It shows a little more detail of the side which faces the cathedral. One of the most striking features of Cairnwood can be viewed from across the spacious lawn. It's the octagonal tower with the high-pitched roof. At the top of this tower is the family chapel, placed at the highest point in the house so that worshipers face east. This chapel is the embodiment of John Pitcairn’s strong spiritual beliefs. He was guided by the doctrines of Emanuel Swedenborg, an 18th century Swedish scientist, philosopher and theologian.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/cairnwood-gala.jpgCairnwood GalaIn 2008 I attended a gala at Cairnwood, during which costumed performers sat high above the crowd and whimsically swung back and forth all evening...it certainly set a fabulous mood. What an amazing event that was!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050987.jpgP1050987The beautiful entrance to the Cairnwood Mansion in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050984.jpgP1050984The side terrace is one of my favorite spots at Cairnwood. I can just imagine sitting on the covered porch and watching the butterflies dance amongst the flowers, while listing to the water musically cascade from the fountain. I stayed here in the courtyard for quite some time and enjoyed the peaceful, yet exuberant garden atmosphere.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050980.jpgP1050980At the side of the mansion is a lovely fountain courtyard. It's lushly planted with flowering plants for year-round enjoyment and is understandably a favorite location for wedding photography.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050990.jpgP1050990According to the Cairnwood website, the meticulous decorative elements blend influences from classical Greek and Roman architecture with French Renaissance ideas. The exterior of Cairnwood shows a mixture of rustic elements and high style. The overall effect is that of a majestic French chateau adapted to the conditions and requirements of American life during the Gilded Age.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050992.jpgP1050992Seen here from drive, the mansion's symmetrical façade is framed by the mature tree in the foreground. I just adore the contrast of the grey stone work, contrasting with the joyful color of the yellow brick!2014-07-29T19:08:40+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/07/23/national-historic-district-bryn-athyn-cathedral/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060144.jpgP1060144A detail of the repeated arches and the carvings of biblical figures. Notice the stunning garden plantings here.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060157.jpgP1060157Glencairn, seen at the left, and Cairnwood, at the right, were the home to Raymond and John Pitcairn respectively. The son and his father were billionaires whose fortune was derived from control of the Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060117.jpgP1060117Flowers vine along a wall sited below the cathedral...I like to think they are reaching heavenward, just like the spires on the cathedral itself.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060103.jpgP1060103This verdant knot garden overlooks the valley below the cathedral. The inscription on the stone is from the book of Revelations in the Bible: "I am the Alpha and the Omega the Beginning and the End the First and the Last."https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060101.jpgP1060101At the front of the cathedral, a verdant landscape is spread out before the viewer. What a treat to see unspoiled landscape for such a distance!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060181.jpgP1060181Down the hill from the cathedral, looking up from a little-used road which leads to the church offices. What a glorious sight it is to see the cathedral atop the hill in all its glory!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060143.jpgP1060143A detail of the repeated arches and the carvings of biblical figures. Notice the stunning garden plantings here.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060142.jpgP1060142This side of the cathedral is particularly beautiful.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060122.jpgP1060122This image shows a peek into the quarry, whic his still found just below the Cathedral. Much of the stone used in the construction of this magnificent structure was quarried locally and some was actually found on-site. How amazing is that?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1060082.jpgP1060082This image shows the detail work in the stone carving, including the biblical words above the window, the crockets (hook-shaped decorative elements common in Gothic architecture), and the downspout in the form of an Eagle.2014-07-21T23:20:10+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/07/18/bucks-county-designer-house-final-sunroom-reveal/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1030470.jpgP1030470A corner of Robinson Interiors' 2014 Bucks County Designer House Sunroom project: Sunroom with Vintage Vavoom!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/2014-bcdh-flyer-pdf.jpg2014 BCDH Flyer PDFRobinson Interiors information and contact info.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/reflection.jpgReflectionLots of plants and natural materials were used in the Sunroom. Especially ferns, ivy, and succulents. Here you can see a close-up of the hand-painted pillow I used on the settee. It mimics the view of the pond out the window. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/mirror.jpgMirrorAnother view of the main seating area, featuring the mirror and settee. I used lots of great vintage, antique, and modern accessories, along with plants and natural materials throughout the room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/sofa.jpgSofaHere you'll notice the magnificent Victorian mirror, which anchors the sitting area int he corner. The coral sofa is a comfy place to relax with its fluffy pillows. the coffee table is a re-purposed Victorian piano bench (the perfect size for this spot) and a pair of small custom slipcovered ottomans are seen in the foreground .https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/tiershelving.jpgTierShelvingA pair of vintage rattan chairs were re-worked and provide a comfortable perch in the main seating area. The Ikat pillows were an important part of my color-scheme inspiration. I used this great metal display ladder in the center of the room to display accessories and plants (mainly succulents). A garden stool provides a convenient space for drinks.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/chair.jpgChair for Teen Boy's Bedroom at The ShackHere's a detail view of the cute Victorian desk I'm going to use in Grady's bedroom at The Shack. It's just the right size and will look great with our Vintage Mountain House decor. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/desk.jpgDeskAn adorable 19th century desk and chair are placed in the windows to allow for working while enjoying the view. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/satie.jpgSatieA linen-covered screen anchors the corner (and covers up bulky existing wires, left by the homeowners). The oldest item in the room is this 18th century Duchesse Brisee, paired with a modern metal base end table. A 1960s vintage chandelier provides light for relaxing reading while lounging and taking in views of the pond outside the windows.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/wholeroom.jpgWholeRoomSunroom with Vintage Vavoom Bold coral accents are found throughout this eclectic sunroom. 3 centuries of antiques are represented in the space.2014-07-18T21:36:26+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/07/16/mansion-in-may-charleston-inspired-living-room/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1040036.jpgP1040036A beautifully designed British West Indies living room, inspired by Charleston, SC.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1040043.jpgP1040043I'll leave you with this parting tilted image. This photo was an accident, but I really liked the way it showed the colors and textures that were present in this room. The color combinations were bold (green and purple), but the designer presented them in a very subtle fashion. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1040042.jpgP1040042Here's another view of the Turtle Table. Isn't is adorable?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1040041.jpgP1040041At one end of the sofa is this amazing Turtle Table. I just LOVE this! The table is comprised of three stacked oval drawer sections, with bronze tail, feet, and head.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1040038.jpgP1040038The back seating area features some lovely British Indies style furniture. Here you see the beautiful dark wood (hardwoods like teak and mahogany were often used to prevent warping in the high humidity). These specific 'Plantation or Planter's Chairs' were designed with arms the swivel out to support swollen legs (so the plantation owner could remove his high boots). A cool piece of furniture, isn't it?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1040034.jpgP1040034In this image, you can see that two woven sisal area rugs were used to define the separate seating areas. I also love the sculpture placed in the window, it's dark profile is even more beautiful outlined in the sun.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1040035.jpgP1040035The beautiful original fireplace is topped by a stunning Chippendale mirror and the hearth is flanked my colorful Foo Dogs. I love how they filled the opening with stacked logs (so textural)!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1040045.jpgP1040045Upon entering the large living room, you are welcomed by a neutral transitional sofa with embroidered pillows. Notice the purple and green accents found throughout the room! The extra tall windows are treated to simple white drapery panels with an embellished leading edge.2014-07-12T16:18:38+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/07/09/visiting-the-national-aviary-for-colorful-bird-inspiration/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050474.jpgP1050474The pop of colors on his head and the soft fluffy textures of his breast and crown make this bird a real winner in my book! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050472.jpgP1050472I'll leave you with two images of my favorite bird at the Aviary. This one has it all: color, form, and of course texture.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050436.jpgP1050436This shot reminded me of an image in Vogue. I love the way the light shines down on the shiny black feathers. The beak and toes are in such high contrast to the sleek, inky black. It reminds me of a model in a little black dress wearing bold orange pumps and carrying a matching handbag.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050459.jpgP1050459This blue and purple wonder is called a Victoria Crown Pigeon. They are natives of Australia. This was one of Grady's favorite birds, and the National Aviary has a pair.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050444.jpgP1050444This finch is extremely vibrant. It reminds me of the color-blocking that's such a popular trend in current interiors. What a great combination: purple, yellow, green, red, orange, black and just a touch or turquoise. Wow!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050441.jpgP1050441This beauty was also in the grassland area. Its shape definitely caught my eye--the long split tail and the fluffy round body are so sculptural.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050437.jpgP1050437Yellow and grey is such a popular color scheme for interiors at the moment. I thought this bird in the grassland area was a great example of this rich color combination.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050418.jpgP1050418Here's a detail of another tropical variety...I love how it blends into the palm fronds, but the 'eyelashes' and beak are so bold and amazing!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050468.jpgP1050468This vibrant yellow and orange bird created this fantastic woven nest. Isn't the texture a marvel?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/p1050447.jpgP1050447If you're looking for color, a good place to visit is the tropical room at the National Aviary. There are so many colorful exotic species here!2014-07-09T13:20:11+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/07/02/mansion-in-may-charming-baby-girls-nursery/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040030.jpgP1040030A detail of the stunning canopy surrounding the precious white crib. The artwork hung inside the canopy is an artist's rendering of this stunning nursery.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040031.jpgP1040031Not to be missed in a far corner of the room is a nearly life-sized stuffed animal giraffe!! He's just the playful whimsical touch this little girl's room needs. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040028.jpgP1040028The only photograph I have on file of the beautiful custom draperies has my own 'baby' in it....he's 14 now, but I remember when he was a tiny little thing! Anyway, the draperies here are lovely--a chinoiserie fabric with a wide embroidered band at the leading edge is a sophisticated choice for this little one's room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040025.jpgP1040025Notice the high-gloss pink lampshade on the floor lamp and the very cool artwork and circular mirror grouping. I also especially like the geometric fabric on the custom pillow...definitely not your average, run-of-the-mill baby's room!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040026.jpgP1040026A pagoda-style bookcase adds a whimsical touch next to a fleshy pink upholstered rocking chair. The flower shaped ottoman is adorable too!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040024.jpgP1040024Bright white trim and a high-gloss blush ceiling are striking against the warm grey walls in this baby's room.2014-07-03T02:25:27+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/06/26/mansion-in-may-grey-gardens-great-room/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040021.jpgP1040021The windows overlook the beautiful grounds at Blairsden. The full-length draperies are fashioned from a simple linen with narrow green banding at the leading edges.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040023.jpgP1040023The rustic table is home to beautiful table settings. Braided fiber placemats repeat the natural feel of the sisal floor-covering, while elegant blue and white plates are the obvious choice for dinnerware. Bamboo flatware and vintage rattan chairs also reflect the earthy casual feel of this room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/grey_gardens_1975_film_poster.jpgGrey_Gardens_(1975_film)_posterThe 1975 film poster from the documentary, 'Grey Gardens', shows Little Edie wearing her fur coat and turban while standing in front of her home: 'Grey Gardens'.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040016.jpgP1040016A detail of the cabinetry shows the artful arrangement of accessories. I love the color-coordinated books and the bold blue textured paper (or possibly fabric?) placed in the back of the shelves. Don't miss the beautiful library lights at the top of the shelves...I'm currently in the process of installing similar fixtures in my own home library!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040012.jpgP1040012The custom cabinetry houses a large flat-screen television and beautiful accessories. I just love the collection of blue and white porcelains at the top of the cabinetry! The blue and white theme is repeated throughout the room in the lamps and accessories.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040019.jpgP1040019Here you can see the transition between the sitting area and the dining area. Don't you just love how the creamware plates pop off the neutral wall color? A large lantern is used as a chandelier above the planked farm-style table.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040020.jpgP1040020The casual dining area at the far end of the room overlooks the beautiful grounds at Blairsden.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040017.jpgP1040017The same colorful floral fabric is used once again on wingback captain's chairs flanking the casual table. A set of vintage rattan chairs adds texture and warmth for the remaining seating.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040011.jpgP1040011A blue tufted banquette anchors this corner near the entrance. It has a well organized gallery art arrangement with beautifully practical wall-mounted lamps and a well-placed bookcase for keeping reading materials close at hand.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040013.jpgP1040013The entry alcove has wallpaper in the same pattern as the floral pillows used throughout the room. The designer did a great job of zoning the seating areas in this space, with the main TV viewing area on the left and a custom banquette for lounging near the fireplace at the right.2014-06-27T00:50:03+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/06/14/teaching-interior-design-classes-at-temple-university/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/tufw.jpgtufwThe campus of Temple University in Fort Washington is located in an office park at the corner of Commerce and Virginia Drive in Fort Washington at 401 Commerce Drive.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/temple-teaching-2.jpgTemple Teaching 2Here's a photo of me, assisting a student at Temple University a few years back.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1030161.jpgP1030161During 'The Effective Use of Color' students actually try their hand at mixing colors. This aids in training the eye to analyze colors and identifying undertones.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/fort-washington-campus.jpgFort Washington CampusThe Fort Washington, PA campus of Temple University is in an office park at 401 Commerce Drive. It's very easy to access from the PA Turnpike and the building is clean has convenient parking.2014-06-25T21:00:48+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/06/11/mansion-in-may-an-upstairs-ladys-retreat/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040006.jpgP1040006Here's a detail of the drapery's leading edge: A pleated band of chocolate fabric, with a fuscia bobble & bead fringe on top. This just makes the draperies, don't you think? https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040004.jpgP1040004Solid white pleated draperies continue the play of contrasts with the dark walls. These simple window treatments are treated to luxurious trim at the leading edge.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040003.jpgP1040003This corner of the room, give a sense of the high-ceilings in all the rooms at Blairsden. The scale, in even the tiniest rooms, feels very grand, and designers were required to use appropriately sized furnishings in their rooms.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040007.jpgP1040007There are a few more things which you should note in this photograph. The amazing artwork, which speaks to both the room's theme and the color scheme. Also, the terrific cocktail table, amazing venetian glass chandelier and (just barely seen at the top) the amazing handpainted ceiling.2014-06-11T15:57:29+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/06/04/mansion-in-may-transition-spaces-stairwells-and-hallways/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p10309991.jpgP1030999The guest foyer on the second floor of Blairsden.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1030999.jpgP1030999I loved this space for its bold colorful artwork. The neutral walls and furnishings created a terrific backdrop for the saturated colors in the many paintings.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1040001.jpgP1040001Several of the hallways contained these original fire-hoses. I love that they chose to keep them as an artifact of the past! They're so sculptural, don't you think?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1030998.jpgP1030998Studio 7 Fine Art Gallery curated a collection of artwork and sculpture. This beautiful bronze nude has glass blown from the inside...it was a true masterpiece!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1030997.jpgP1030997The furnishings and accessories are light with gold metallic accents. The sconces and mirrors are beautiful, and the textured fabric adds so much warmth to the cool neutral space.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1030996.jpgP1030996Hope Sferra chose to use a Grisalle in this space: A centuries-old painting technique using tones and values of gray pigments to depict three-dimensional images.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1030994.jpgP1030994The iron railings are just magnificent. I love they way they curve around and meet each other at the landing. The artwork placement by Broadfoot & Broadfoot was very well done!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1030993.jpgP1030993The oval ceiling medallion highlights a charming chandelier. In this shot, you can also appreciate the detailed moldings of the stairwell.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p10309921.jpgP1030992https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p1030992.jpgP1030992On the stair landing, a beautiful sculpture was placed, which had an ethereal quality. Here you can see the stone walls and the leaded glass window behind.2014-06-03T17:47:03+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/06/02/mansion-in-may-the-main-hall-a-woodland-dream/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030987-2.jpgP1030987 (2)A detail from the Main Entry, called "A Woodland Dream" by Richard Gacek.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/gacek-design-group-main-hall.jpgGacek Design Group Main HallThis image can be found on the Facebook page of Gacek Design Group. Here you can see the expansive space with all it's separate areas. It's just beautiful!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1040116.jpgP1040116The billowing floor-to-ceiling draperies give a tree-like quality to the bottom of the main stair.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030990.jpgP1030990A combination of 2 fabrics are used on these billowing floor-to-ceiling panels. Notice the metallic tree leaf pattern of the top fabric, and the velvety bark-like texture of the lower portion. And don't miss out on seeing the hammered metal of the lamp-post, while you're looking.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030988.jpgP1030988Each alcove was treated with the respect it deserves with custom draperies, furnishings, artwork and accessories. Notice the beautifully shaped and pleated panels on this French door.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030987.jpgP1030987Multiple seating areas enhance the long Main Hall at Blairsden. Beautiful gold, overscaled lamps and a beautiful landscape oil painting set the tone for this area. The contemporary area rug helps define the grouping and adds a pop of color to the otherwise neutral space.2014-06-03T16:48:24+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/05/30/mansion-in-may-the-billiard-room/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p10309861.jpgP1030986A detail view of the custom embroidered draperies from the Billiard Room at The Mansion in May.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030986.jpgP1030986A detail of the custom embroidered draperies in the Billiard Room at Blairsden, the Mansion in May.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030983.jpgP1030983The wall colors and fabrics were chosen to bring the rich feel of the Billiard Room into the Gentlemen's Wash. I love the gallery wall of colorful artwork, which goes all the way to the ceiling in this small space, giving it an expansive feel.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030984.jpgP1030984The enormous Baccarat chandelier has 24 lights and is made of black crystal. Notcie the coordinating sconces found throughout the room, as well.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030982.jpgP1030982In this photo, you can appreciate how the light-colored draperies and pillows contrast beautifully with the dark walls. The designer chose to use gold accents, which enhance the gold leaf detailing of the paneling in the room. Notice the shaggy textured rug and brush fringe on the pillows--both of which update the space.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030985.jpgP1030985Luxurious finishes are found throughout this room, from the embossed leather wall-coverings, to the black paneling with gold-leafed details. I love the mirrored over-mantel with a grand portrait mounted on top!2014-05-28T20:52:14+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/05/28/mansion-in-may-writing-room-and-powder-room/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p10309731.jpgP1030973A detail of the window treatments and lighting from "A Room of Her Own", by Timothy and Associates Interior Design.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030970.jpgP1030970The star of the room is the custom-designed marble and limestone floor inspired by materials original to the house. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030969.jpgP1030969This serene powder room is just outside the office of the lady of the house. The paneling is elegant, the colors are inviting the lighting sparkles and the accessories are beautiful. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030968.jpgP1030968A small fireplace mantel has a shapely mirror placed above, and contemporary artwork enhances the corner. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030966.jpgP1030966The petite writing desk is positioned at the window (Just as I like it!). The view is of the long pond at the entrance to the home.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030972.jpgP1030972Aren't these chandelier and sconces just amazing?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030973.jpgP1030973Beautiful saturated colors are featured in this stimulating space. Notice the hand-painted ceiling and bold-colored pillows on the sofa. 2014-05-28T12:15:30+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/05/23/weekend-trip-bedford-pa/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1040203.jpgP1040203One of the comfortable guest bedrooms at Spring Meadow Farm near Bedford, PA.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1040443.jpgP1040443A detail of the picturesque barn and silo at the Spring Meadow Farm in Bedford, PAhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1040245.jpgP1040245Sun setting over the hills and fields behind the guest cottage. Perfect!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/bedfor-anderson-house-porch.jpgBedfor Anderson House PorchWith the grand spaces of the historic Anderson House as a backdrop, you will find an array of carefully chosen antiques of quality and distinction. (image from the Anderson House website)https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/downtown-bedford-pa.jpgDowntown Bedford PADowntown Bedford has a quaint old-timey feel and lots of shopping opportunities!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1040414.jpgP1040414Herons were frequent visitors at the hatchery. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1040291.jpgP1040291One type of trout grown at the hatchery is the golden rainbow trout. They are a deep golden-yellow in body color, with pinkish lower fins, pink or red tones on their cheeks and with the rainbow’s reddish lateral stripe. There is no spotting on the body or fins. The Pennsylvania record golden rainbow trout is over 13 pounds.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1040272.jpgP1040272Grady enjoys watching the fish in a giant holding tank, which can also be viewed through portholes on a lower level. There is so much to learn about the local wildlife from this exhibit!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p10403621.jpgP1040362The Reynoldsdale Fish Culture Station provided education about raising trout and stocking local streams. It's in walking distance, just across the street from the Spring Meadow Farm.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1040362.jpgP10403622014-05-22T15:49:19+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/05/26/mansion-in-may-the-drawing-room/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030978-2.jpgP1030978 (2)A detail of artwork used in the Drawing Room at Blairsden, the Mansion in May.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030975.jpgP1030975Inside mounted swags and full-length draperies draw the eye upward and ground the light green color-scheme by adding plenty of contrasting 'Radiant Orchid'. These are beautifully done draperies!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030976.jpgP1030976The built-in bookcases are filled with luxurious antique books (a favorite of mine) and lovely accessories. You can also see the detail of layered color on the walls and trim.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030979.jpgP1030979I adore this 'Radiant Orchid' slipper chair near the entrance to the room. It becomes sculpture, floating near the fireplace. Don't you just love its curvy lines, saturated colorful fabric, and the fabulous fringe at the base?!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030978.jpgP1030978Light neutral sofas and chairs are combined with bold pillows and contemporary artwork.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030977.jpgP1030977The original fireplace mantel shines when surrounded with this chartreuse green wall color and fabrics. Blue and white porcelains are also a feature in the space.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030974.jpgP1030974Mrs. Blair's Drawing room is a colorful exotic retreat. The chartreuse walls invigorate the space with a spring-time feel and the colorful fabrics are so youthful and vibrant!2014-05-21T14:50:05+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/05/21/mansion-in-may-entrance/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030965.jpgP1030965The entry boasts marble columns and carved stone-work. Very impressive!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030980.jpgP1030980A colorful painting anchors this corner of Megan Young's grand entry space. The velvet bench is so sculptural and elegant! https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/megan-young-entry.jpgMegan Young EntryThe stunning stone entry hall by Megan Young Deigns, boasts a gorgeous octagonal skirted table with Quadrille Fabrics and Samuel & Sons Trim. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p10309641.jpgP1030964Inspired when chunks of paint were peeling away on the ceiling, the artist chose to paint a colorful mural in a Renaissance fresco style. The color really draws the visitor's eye upward to the ceiling.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030964.jpgP1030964Inspired by chunks of paint2014-05-21T03:24:40+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/05/16/best-designer-house-ever/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030929.jpgP1030929This long pond has been recently restore...and, along with a pair of lovely deer statues, sets the tone for the historic Blairsden mansion. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1040022.jpgP1040022The views from this side of the home are truly phenomenal. Nature at its finest!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030939.jpgP1030939As you turn the corner, the magnitude of the house is revealed. Notice all the chimneys--there are fireplaces in most of the rooms.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030963.jpgP1030963The phenomenal front door surround of Blairsden...it's so stunning!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030935.jpgP1030935The front entrance to Blairsen is misleading, since this is the 'small' side of the home. I'll share images around the corner in a moment.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1030928.jpgP1030928A lovely shot of Grady smiling in anticipation, as we arrive at Blairsden. What a stunning masterpiece of architecture and design!2014-05-16T02:23:18+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/05/03/the-garden-and-how-it-relates-to-interiors/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1030469.jpgP1030469The duchesse brisee in my Bucks County Designer House Sunroom is positioned at the window, to optimize views of the garden.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1060647.jpgP1060647From one of my guest bedroom windows, you can see the lovely zen garden in the shade. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1060513.jpgP1060513A view from my kitchen window is always a pleasure. It is from here that I watch the birds at my feeders and wildlife enjoying nature each day.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1050851.jpgP1050851A photo of my home taken last spring with one of my garden beds in the foreground. This bed is positioned to be seen through my living room window and enhances the view from the street as well.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1060630.jpgP1060630Another photo of my home taken last spring with one of my garden beds in the foreground. This bed is positioned to be seen through my living room and dining room windows and it enhances the view from the street as well.2014-05-03T16:56:18+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/04/26/vintage-eclectic-interiors-with-bold-pops-of-color/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1030189.jpgP1030189My son, Grady, in front of Nemour:, the Dupont Mansion. Just one of the many mansions and historic sites we've visited together.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/01-alex-papachristidis-home-1112-xl.jpg01-Alex-papachristidis-home-1112-xlAnother A-list designer uses an exotic mix of anitiques, pattern and bold color.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/kathryn-ireland.jpgKathryn IrelandDesigner Kathryn Ireland uses a wide variety of ethnic fabrics and fine antiques to create her own unique style with bold colors.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/windsor-smith.jpgWindsor SmithA very bold color scheme, using Vintage, Antiques, and Ethnic pieces.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/carolina_country1.jpgcarolina_country1A colorful pink sofa with a large mirror used behind it is very similar to the statement pieces in my Bucks County Designer House sunroom. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/12825f6f18a4444d864085b6b09c878e.jpg12825f6f18a4444d864085b6b09c878eA wonderfully collected eclectic and colorful room by Todd Alexander Romano found on Pinterest.2014-04-26T13:54:34+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/04/30/tutorial-garden-cloche-with-toads-butterflies/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1030442.jpgP1030442A detail of the Victorian Desk and Chair, with the Cloche sitting in the corner. Wouldn't it be lovely to sit here, looking out at the grounds?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1030445.jpgP1030445A detail of the finished toad under glass, used in my Bucks County Designer House sunroom. I just love the quirky feel he has!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020629.jpgP1020629The toad gets glued onto the top of the moss-covered post, which is mounted to the wood base.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020536.jpgP1020536A packet of paper flowers in my Bucks County Designer House Sunroom colors.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020530.jpgP1020530Using two colors of Milk Paint, I was able to achieve a chalky, weathered stone appearance on my cloche bases and the posts.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020544.jpgP1020544Moss ribbon will be used around the post.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020514.jpgP1020514An unfinished lamp base and inexpensive wood discs from the craft supply store will look great under my glass domes. I'll give them a custom paint job using Milk Paint.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020524.jpgP1020524This wood drapery rod will make a perfect post for mounting my toad under glass!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020512.jpgP1020512These inexpensive wood discs from the craft supply store will make good bases for my glass domes...they are just the right size.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/victorian-cloche-with-butterfly.jpgVictorian Cloche with ButterflyA beautiful antique Cloche featuring natural elements and a Butterfly.2014-07-29T11:34:24+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/04/19/bucks-county-designer-house-an-exciting-find/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1030187.jpgP1030187A jumble of furniture, rugs, and accessories as the room starts to take shape. Can you see the capiz chandelier in place where the ceiling fan used to be?https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1030193.jpgP1030193A peek at the mirror in place (and the chandelier, dressing screen, etc. reflected in the mirror). The settee is covered with a sheet, just to keep the dust off, and the window treatments are not yet installed. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1030167.jpgP1030167Here I am taking a snap shot of the fantastic Victorian gold mirror I found at Mr. Jim's Furniture & Antiques.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p1030172.jpgP1030172Mr. Jim's Antiques is in an old Masonic Lodge building in Hatboro, PA. They have great vintage and antiques furniture and accessories, so I try to stop by when I'm their neighborhood.2014-07-04T08:16:23+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/04/12/bucks-county-designer-house-sunroom-window-treatments/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/bcdh-window-door-specs.jpgBCDH Window Door SpecsThe stationary windows on either side of the door will get beautiful full-length coral draperies, to frame the view. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1030184.jpgP1030184A snapshot of the starburst medallions, tassels and trim that will be on the ivory Sunbrella fabric for my Bucks County Designer House valances.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/a-98698-windows.jpgA 98698 windowsAn ivory Sunbrella fabric with linen texture will be the main fabric for my Bucks County Designer House Sunroom Valances.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/bcdh-valance-specifications2.jpgBCDH Valance Specifications2These are workroom specifications for my Bucks County Designer House Sunroom valances. They will have a very loose, unstructured feel. A sparkly, starburst medallion with a tassel will be applied at each pleat, and beautiful velvet ribbon with salmon gimp/braid will be applied 1" up from the hem.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ivory-valances-with-green-trim.jpgIvory Valances with Green TrimThese ivory valances with green banding are so pretty and elegant in this sunroom. I'm thinking of doing something similar in my designer house sunroom. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/gauzy-full-length-draperies.jpgGauzy full length draperiesThis sunroom I found on Pinterest has beautiful gauzy draperies...I love the romantic feel!2014-04-15T21:39:48+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/04/09/inspiration-board-reveal-designer-house/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/bcdh-painting3.jpgBCDH Painting3A watercolor painting I created for the Bucks County Designer House Sunroom. This helps others visualize the image in my head of the completed room .https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020457.jpgP1020457My designer's inspiration board for the 2014 Bucks County Designer House Sunroom. This helps others visualize my plans for the space.2014-04-04T19:27:52+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/04/03/how-diane-von-furstenberg-julianne-moore-karlie-kloss-reese-witherspoon-use-rugs-to-style-their-homes/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/karlie2.jpgKarlie Kloss Home Decor https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/brd173a.jpgSafavieh Rug - BRD173A - Beige/Brownhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/coa15.jpgJaipur Pillow - Thunder - Navy & Milk COA15https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/karlieq.jpgKarlie Kloss Home Decorhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/pdl-8505-teal.jpgPindler & Pindler Fabric - Laredo - Teal Pdl 8505-Tealhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/3485615.jpgFabricut Fabric - Simply Canvas - Maize 3485615https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/shortlist-edc-04-13-01-lgn.jpgJulianne Moorehttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/2cd4fdf75c8d9c95f34a01e1c454c344.gifJulianne Moore's Home Interior Decor Rughttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/rda319.jpgDash & Albert Rug - Zuni Jute Hand Knotted Rug RDA319https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/2560711.jpgFabricut Fabric - Boucle - Limeade 25607112014-04-03T18:19:42+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/03/22/visiting-the-historic-union-league-of-philadelphia/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020894.jpgP1020894The Union League is a very exclusive club, and not many are afforded the opportunity to get a peek inside.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020963.jpgP1020963The rear façade of The Union League. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020958.jpgP1020958I loved this glorious clock set into the paneled fireplace surround in one of the ballrooms.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020949.jpgP1020949One of many carvings, busts, and statues of Abraham Lincoln. This one was rather unusual, but very well done.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020947.jpgP1020947Another amazing statue, this time outside of the library at The Union League.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020940.jpgP1020940A small dark-paneled library has a statue of Abraham Lincoln and the Gettysburg Address carved into the woodwork and gilded. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020931.jpgP1020931The amazing chandelier in this room almost distracts from the paintings that hang nearly to the ceiling.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020923.jpgP1020923This portrait of President Bush hangs over the mantel in the room. It is unbelievably life-like and looks like a photograph!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020918.jpgP1020918Portraits were commissioned by the Union League of many Republican presidents.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020915.jpgP10209152014-03-22T15:22:27+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/03/29/bucks-county-designer-house-sunroom-virtual-design-tool-olioboard/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ob-light-wood-and-blue.jpgOB-light wood and blueA lovely Olioboard by member v1daniely. Featuring items placed in a realistic layout.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ob-bcdh-2014-pink.jpgOB-BCDH 2014 pinkSometimes I'll include the background photograph, to give a more realistic impression of the space.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ob-bcdh-2014-items.jpgOB-BCDH 2014 ItemsA virtual design board created on the Olioboard website for my Bucks County Designer House Sunroom. The ability to see all the elements on a single page is so helpful for visualization!2014-03-29T17:01:35+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/04/02/bucks-county-designer-house-sunroom-progress-occasional-furniture/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ladder.jpg473715_TALL DECORATIVE LADDERA terrific black metal display ladder will display plants and vintage accessories in my designer house sunroom.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/screen.jpgScreenThis beautiful ivory linen covered dressing screen will look so pretty behind the Duchesse Brisee. I love the curvy shaped top and the nail-head trim!2014-03-16T18:47:53+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/03/14/graceful-delicate-foliage-of-vibrant-green-ferns-within-the-interior/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/fern2-pdf-p-12.pngMemorable Events Embellished With Fernshttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/fern2-pdf-p-9.pngMemorable Bliss: Events & The Fernhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/fern2-pdf-p-10.pngWedded Bliss Paired With Green: The Elegant Fernhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ferns-pdf-p-2.pngLayered & Feathered Leaves Of Green: Ferns Allure Within Interior Spaceshttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ferns-pdf-p-5.jpgA Grand Centerpiece: The Visual Statement Of Elegant Fernhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ferns-pdf-p-1.pngFronds Of Distinction: Ferns Within Our Interior Worldshttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/fern2-pdf-p-8.png"Ferns" Within Interior Spaceshttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/fern2-pdf-p-7.pngGrand Display Of Feathered Leaves: Ferns Within The Interiorhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/fern2-pdf-p-6.pngFerns Within Our Interior Worldshttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/fern2-pdf-p-5.pngInterior Appeal Of Fresh Green: Ferns2014-03-14T23:23:58+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/03/19/bucks-county-designer-house-process-lighting/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/vintage-gold-chandelier.jpgVintage Gold ChandelierI found an adorable vintage chandelier, similar to this one, but with the cutest glass acorns dangling from the gold leaves. It will look terrific hanging above a small table next to the Duchesse Brisee!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/light-fixture.jpgLight FixtureA cascading capiz shell light fixture will be front and center in my Bucks County Designer House Sunroom. 2014-07-03T10:34:39+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/03/08/designer-house-sunroom-process-a-shapely-tufted-settee/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/settee2-3.jpgSettee2.jpg (3)This curvy coral -pink settee will look beautiful in my Bucks County Designer House sunroom! Now I just need to finish the floor plan.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/z-skyline-furniture-tufted-settee-loveseat.jpgZ Skyline-Furniture-Tufted-Settee-LoveseatA gray tufted settee could be cute in the sunroom. Something to consider.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/z-volo-hathaway-sofa.jpgZ Volo Hathaway SofaA more contemporary mid-century sofa could also work in the Sunroom.2014-03-18T12:51:31+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/03/05/designer-house-sunroom-progress-color-scheme-reveal/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/colors.pngcolorsHere's another palette similar to the color scheme I'm using in the Sunroom. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/color-inspiration.pngColor InspirationMy color inspiration photo from Design Seeds. Don't you love the fresh happy feel of this palette? It's like a beautiful summer sunset!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/a1366-rattan-chair-fabric.jpgA1366 Rattan Chair FabricA super soft ribbed chenille fabric that I'm using the reupholster the rattan chairs. 2014-03-13T16:54:16+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/03/12/bucks-county-designer-house-sunroom-process-floorplan-and-a-victorian-desk-with-chair/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/floor-plan-settee-chairs-2-diag.jpgFloor Plan Settee Chairs 2 diagThe furniture looks great on the diagonal, and the rug still looks good sited sideways to cover the discoloration of the tiles. Sometimes I just have to go with the flow!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/floor-plan-diag-2.jpgFloor Plan Diag 2My updated floor plan, includes the seating area on the diagonal, the lounging corner with the Duchesse Brisee, and the small desk and Victorian chair.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/fuzzy-chair.jpgFuzzy ChairA similar Victorian chair will be used at the small desk in my Sunroom Project. I plan to cover the seat in a long-haired Flokati fabric. Isn't that so cool?!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/desk.jpgDeskA Victorian writing desk, similar to the one shown here, will be used in the corner, facing outward to maximize the view.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/floor-plan-settee-chairs-1-diag.jpgFloor Plan Settee Chairs 1 diagBy turning the main furniture grouping on the diagonal, it allows the center of the room to feel more open, and the settee welcomes visitors into the space. The Duchesse Brisee is placed in its own corner, for optimal viewing of the pond outside.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/floor-plan-settee-chairs-1.jpgFloor Plan Settee Chairs 1My first thought was to orient the settee, so that those seated could enjoy views of the garden. But this means visitors will have to squeeze by at the left (between the rattan chair and Duchesse Brisee) to exit the space through the French Doors.2014-03-15T21:38:26+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/03/15/bucks-county-designer-house-process-desk-and-chair/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/floor-plan-diag-2.jpgFloor Plan Diag 2The most recent update to my floor plan includes a small Victorian Desk and Chair, with the Duchesse Brisee in one corner, angled to address the main seating area in the right corner of the space.2014-03-15T16:05:19+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/03/01/bucks-county-designer-house-process-floor-plan-and-rug-placement/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bashian-rugs-cow-hide-camel-rug.jpgBashian-Rugs-Cow-Hide-Camel-RugAn amazing 8x10 area rug made from strips of cowhide, sewn together in a herringbone pattern.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p10202841.jpgP1020284https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/floor-plan-rug-2.jpgFloor Plan Rug 2By rotating my rug to be in line with the steps leading down from the kitchen, I can draw visitors into my seating area positioned at the right side of the space.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/floor-plan-rug-1.jpgFloor Plan Rug 1Placing the rug in the center of the room, requires the furniture to be centrally located. 2014-03-01T14:58:54+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/02/26/designer-house-sunroom-process-2/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1020102.jpgP1020102The lovely antique Duchesse Brisee I'm planning to use in my Bucks County Designer House sunroom.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/galetapillow-setof2.jpgGaleta+Pillow+-+Set+of+2This pair of vibrant Ikat pillows will pull everything together nicely in my Sunroom designer house project.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p1020090.jpgP1020090My duchesse brisee which is one of the inspiration pieces for my designer house sunroom project. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/rattan-chair.jpgRattan ChairAn image of a Vintage Rattan Chair. I have a similar pair I'd like to use in my Sunroom.2014-02-25T19:27:23+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/04/05/why-go-to-a-designer-house-anyway-part-2/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_3994.jpgIMG_3994Historic Bucks County is at its best in the springtime!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_3993.jpgIMG_3993Another gorgeous landscape installation at a past Bucks County Designer House.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_3997.jpgIMG_3997A beautiful garden setting at a past Bucks County Designer House.2014-02-19T04:42:36+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/02/23/2014-bucks-county-designer-house-unveiling/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/empty-floor-plan2.jpgEmpty Floor PlanMy scale rendering of the sunroom floor plan. Let the designing begin!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p1020287.jpgP1020287The view out the right corner of the sunroom features the pool and pool house below. Other windows look out onto the pond and French doors open out to the patio on the opposite side of the room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p1020277.jpgP1020277The dated ceiling fan will definitely have to go, but check out the lovely stained woodwork. I really like the gray, don't you?2014-02-17T18:16:02+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/02/13/color-quandary-part-2-or-paint-color-panic/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/sherwin-williams-colors.jpgSherwin Williams ColorsChoosing paint colors can induce stress in many homeowners. A skilled interior designer can help!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/when-stress.jpgwhen-stressDon't let color stress you out. Put your faith and trust in a good designer! Take a deep breath and remember why you hired him/her in the first place: their good eye, skillful art, and experience. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/friends-clip-art-18-150x150.jpgfriends-clip-art-18-150x150Your designer is here to help. Let me help to calm your frayed nerves and tell you why you shouldn't panic...2014-02-14T22:36:41+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/02/15/before-photos-bucks-county-designer-house-sunroom/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p1020284.jpgP1020284One corner of the designer house sunroom has a jumble of cords. I want to hide these and create a reading are with the Duchesse Briseehttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p1020283.jpgP1020283The kitchen features dark cabinets and will be updated beautifully by another design firm. The walls and ceilings in the sunroom are stained a lovely light gray.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p1020282.jpgP1020282The terra-cotta floor tiles are lovely and feature rose and gold tones, which I'm hoping to incorporate into the room's design.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p1020281.jpgP1020281The 2014 Bucks County Designer House Sunroom, being transformed by Kristine Robinson of Robinson Interiorshttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p1020272-1024x768.jpgP1020272 (1024x768)You may remember that my space looked like this before I started work. I chose to keep (and clean up) the existing grey-stained woodwork and the terra-cotta tile floors.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p1020271.jpgP1020271The left corner of the room has French doors which lead out to the terrace. Visitors will exit the house this way.2014-03-13T17:06:55+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/02/05/whats-a-designer-house-anyway/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_6745.jpgIMG_6745My workroom and decorative painter and I at the 2011 BCDH Empty House Party.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_6359.jpgIMG_6359A design board for one of my past Designer House rooms, which was submitted and selected for the 2011 BCDH.2014-02-03T18:34:44+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/02/02/big-announcement-designer-house-project/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/serendipity-farm-from-above-2.jpgSerendipity Farm From Above 2Bucks County Designer House in Doylestown, PAhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/serendipity-farm-from-above.jpgSerendipity Farm from AboveSerendipity Farm as seen from Above, with its beautiful barn, cottage, and pond is the 2014 Bucks County Designer House & Gardens. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/131-pine-mill-cir.jpg131 PINE MILL CIRThis year's designer house is called Serendipity Farm. My room is the lovely sunroom seen on the lower left of the home in this photograph. In addition to the interior renovations, the gardens will be also transformed during the designer house.2014-02-02T21:51:49+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/01/19/atlanta-townhouse-part-2/2014-01-19T18:50:59+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/01/26/the-power-of-fabric-part-2/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1010510.jpgP1010510The area rug provided the color inspiration for this comfortable family room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1010505.jpgP1010505The area rug was our color inspiration in this room. The ottoman fabric, pillows, seat cushion and even painted furniture all were selected from colors in the rug.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1040001.jpgP1040001The dining chair fabric drove our color selections in this dining room. The wall color, table square, and drapery fabrics were all selected from colors in this fabric.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/rensel-atlanta-shoot-180.jpgRensel Atlanta Shoot 180https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/rensel-atlanta-shoot-178.jpgRensel Atlanta Shoot 178This rich library with a mountain-house theme, drew its color scheme from the homeowner's area rug.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/rensel-atlanta-shoot-176.jpgRensel Atlanta Shoot 176Rich masculine colors were used in this mountain themed library. The area rug was used for color inspiration.2014-01-16T21:04:22+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/01/24/the-power-of-fabric/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/livingroom03.jpgLivingRoom03a bold Green wall color was chosen to enhance darker drapery fabric, and the furnishings support the color scheme in green and gold.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/kitchen04-detail.jpgYellow and Blue Pleated Kitchen ValanceIn my client's kitchen, the buttery walls are a lighter version of a color found in the fabric on the adorable pleated valance.2017-11-14T01:18:25+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/01/15/out-of-town-projects-atlanta-townhouse-part-1/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/kichler-lieghton-chandelier.jpgKichler Lieghton ChandelierThis Fixture will hang above the kitchen island. I love how the scrollwork coordinates with the dining table chandelier!https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/sw-useful-gray.jpgSW Useful GrayThis color will be used throughout the new townhouse, and is a real departure from the homeowner's previous colorful interior! It will provide a terrific neutral backdrop for the client's existing furnishings.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/rensel-atlanta-shoot-102.jpgRensel Atlanta Shoot 102The client's existing furniture and artwork will be used in totally different rooms in the new town-house. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1020042.jpgP1020042A beautiful neutral area rug will be used in the main living area. It's perfect with the client's existing sofas.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1020044.jpgP1020044A beautiful chandelier boasts a metal scroll/calligraphy detail with a glass bowl under a linen barrel shade.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1020065.jpgP1020065This beautiful neutral print fabric will be used for the valances and pillows in the main living area.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/townhouse-floorplan.jpgTownhouse FloorplanReviewing the floor-plan in advance, enables us to plan out placement of furniture for the move. https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1020066.jpgP1020066The all brick townhouse is 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and approximately 3,000 square feet.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/2013-ad-info-2.jpg2013 AD INFO 2Kristine Robinson's contact info and services.2014-01-16T20:03:20+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/01/31/color-quandary/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/rensel-atlanta-shoot-269.jpgRensel Atlanta Shoot 269Ivory Walls provide a calm backdrop for the soothing blue fabrics in the bedding and dark wood furnishings.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/rensel-atlanta-shoot-285.jpgRensel Atlanta Shoot 285The embroidered fabric in the custom bed-hanging was the color inspiration for this Master Suite. Supporting fabrics and even the wall color were selected from its palette.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/rensel-atlanta-shoot-298.jpgRensel Atlanta Shoot 298A smokey blue paint color was chosen to enhance the antique ivory chair in this soothing master sitting area.2014-02-01T15:41:27+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/01/17/wallpaper-3/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/bathnew.jpgWallpapered Powder RoomIvory Wallpaper envelops this tiny powder room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/large-scale-paper-accent.jpgLarge Scale Paper AccentWallpapered alcove with large scaled printhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/cole-and-son-circus-wallpaper.pngCole and Son Circus WallpaperWallpaper Accent Wall on Stairs2014-01-14T16:20:40+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/01/10/wallpaper-redux-part-3/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/red-armoire-wallpaper.jpgRed Armoire with WallpaperA red armoire is treated to wallpaper insidehttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wallpaper-stairs.jpgWallpaper on Stair RisersWallpaper on Stair Risershttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/thackston-professional-109.jpgDetail of Wallpapered Accent WallGold scrolled wallpaper enhances this accent wall in a dramatic dining room.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/thackston-professional-081.jpgAccent Wall in Dining RoomA wallpapered accent wall in my client's dining room2014-01-15T04:08:21+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/01/03/wallpaper-2/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/diningdetail4.jpgDining Room with Neutral WallpaperNeutral Wallpaper adds a rich backdrop to my client's Dining Roomhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/fantastic-frank-kitchen-wallpaper.jpgFantastic Frank Kitchen WallpaperFloral Wallpaper adds spunk to this all white kitchen.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/yellow-wallpaper.jpgYellow WallpaperFramed Yellow Wallpaper Image From Apartment Therapy2014-01-05T20:05:14+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2014/01/05/wallpaper/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/addington-cork-wallpaper-by-carl-robinson-detail.jpgaddington-cork-wallpaper-by-carl-robinson detailAddington Cork Wallpaper close-uphttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/addington-cork-wallpaper-by-carl-robinson.jpgaddington cork wallpaper by carl robinsonAddington Cork Wallpaper by Carl Robinsonhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/maya-romanoff_bedazzled.jpgMaya Romanoff BeadazzledFlexible Glass Bead wallcovering from Maya Romanoff.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1980s-wallpaper.jpg1980s WallpaperCabbage Roses and Pickled Cabinetshttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/maya-romanoff-mother-of-pearl.jpgMaya romanoff mother-of-pearlA bedroom features mother-of-pearl wallcovering.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/maya-romanoff-mother-of-pearl-chevron-3.jpgMaya Romanoff 'mother-of-pearl-chevron'Wallpaper by Maya Romanoff in Mother of Pearl.2014-01-13T21:00:05+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/about/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/rensel-atlanta-shoot-135.jpgA bold Red Accent WallInjecting excitement, by using a strong red hue on the accent wall.2014-01-23T14:23:19+00:00weekly0.6https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/2009/10/02/a-peek-into-my-world/https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/thackston-breakfast-benchpanel.jpgPainted Bench and Paisley DraperiesBeautiful fabric combinations create a custom look.https://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/thackston-masterbath1.jpgThackston MasterBath1An elegant master bathroom, using the client's antiques.2009-10-02T20:43:31+00:00monthlyhttps://kristinerobinsonsinteriors.comdaily1.02025-04-11T17:50:22+00:00