elegance

The Principal Madrid,

the latest five star hotel to successfully combine classic architecture with stylish, contemporary interiors … the result being pure luxury.

A club like feel with dark and moody interiors, edgy wing backs and back lit bookcases.

So inviting … so unlike a hotel !!

Fabulous period detailing, high ceilings and large windows contribute to the luxurious ambiance.

Intimate spaces .. far from the madding crowd.

Guestooms are a perfect combination of glamorous Parisian style french doors with iron balustrades, and sleek, contemporary, almost masculine furnishings. The classic butterfly chair in leather and up to the minute designer lighting of course add to the elegance.

So simple yet so right !!

Designer: Pillar Garcia-Nieto and Barcelona based studio Luzio.

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My Design World

Rustic kitchens with style 3247

Deirdre Brennan July 12, 2015 6:25 amJune 26, 2019

I am not sure if it is the marble/stone itself or the soft colour palette of the finishes in these kitchens but they do seem to all have a similar look and feel. It is very much the look and feel that I love.

It is rustic, yet somehow of the moment. It exudes warmth as well as simply loads of style !!!

The brass detail for this suspended shelving compliments the brass tap ware perfectly .. rustic elegance !!

Super rustic .. and super slick. What a fabulous combination. The soft wash of light on the stone above is beautiful. I must say I do love a stylish table lamp in the kitchen. It softens what is often a harshly lit utility area and turns it instead into somewhere that is inviting to spend time in. This works particularly well in an open plan kitchen/family room situation.

Perfect for washing those pots and pans … sheer genius.

images: pinterest. Apologies for lack of photo credit. These were saved as favourites over many months with no intention of reusing.

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My Design Travels

le marianne, paris … boutique hotel style 13006

Deirdre Brennan February 1, 2015 12:11 pmFebruary 19, 2019

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Just off the Champs Elysees and Avenue Montaigne, Le Marianne Hotel is more like a very chic pied-à-terre.

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This graceful Haussmann period building sets the scene.

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Bedrooms with stylish dipped dyed curtains and smart colour palette of mustard yellows and charcoal.

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Furniture with elegant lines and the latest in lighting design.

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Like any stylish boutique hotel, it is all in the detail.

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And just so Parisian.

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My Design Travels

Christmas in London .. a glimpse .. No 2 2612

Deirdre Brennan December 17, 2014 5:17 amJune 25, 2019

Christmas Windows … Cartier New Bond Street, London

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My Week in Sydney

Indigo … the colour everyone is talking about 2653

Deirdre Brennan June 12, 2014 12:41 pmJune 25, 2019

The colour indigo conjures up images of either the night sky or deepest ocean.

Indigo is a colour that is tranquil. It is not just blue … indigo is a particular shade of blue … it is sophisticated.

The most exciting thing about this colour is how easy it is to work with. Indigo brings to life any shade of timber from the rich and golden tones to the bleached and lime washed.

Indigo is at its most sophisticated when paired with chocolate brown, tan or bronze.

It goes without saying that the combination of Indigo with .. crisp white .. rich cream .. soft dove grey or cappuccino shades, is perfect no matter what the season.

Introduce indigo into any room that takes your fancy. Pottery Barn have embraced indigo this season as has William Yeoward with his latest furnishing collection.