Design that Reveals
Design that Reveals
Creativity is my love, interior design is my focus. Whether it be full service interior design, re-decoration or even online design through Design in a Box, I am passionate about all things creative. Here, I will share insights into projects, inspirations and what's going on in the world of design from Calgary and beyond. Would love to have you follow along.
my bedroom reveal May 10, 2011
publications: my home in avenue magazine Jun 14, 2012
exciting news! Jul 13, 2011
Inspired by a new pair of shoes and our bright and beautiful Alberta blue skies, I can’t help but be drawn to the intensity of this classic colour showing up in everything from fashion to home accessories. If you’re shy of colour, blue is an easy one to add and most would gravitate towards the lighter shades. This year, take it up a notch by adding cobalt. It’s like a breath of fresh air.
1. Circa Lighting 2. Moma Store 3. BM Paddington Blue 791 via House Beautiful 4. Marimekko via Finn Style 5. Hammocks and High Tea 6. Anthropologie 7. Prada via Polyvore 8. Crate & Barrel 9. Tory Burch
Image Source: House and Home
Tina Apr 14 2011 - 4:30 am
I have a new appreciation for cobalt blue since creating wedding flowers for two brides last year that used it in their colour schemes. A very rich and classic colour!
Jacqueline Corea @ The Pink Chandelier Apr 14 2011 - 11:12 am
Cobalt is such a pretty colour and I am so glad to see it being used in interiors and fashion. That room is like a breath of fresh air, and I love how the bronze light fixture looks with it. And, those shoes will go with just about anything :-)
Darrell Morrison Apr 14 2011 - 3:32 pm
I have always been a fan of blues in my clothing and especially when creating a ripple finish in a powder room. To me it always feels so inviting warmer than greys which we see lots in Vancouver
Courtney Apr 14 2011 - 3:56 pm
Great picks! And how perfect is that room? All the natural textures and the blue furniture make me think that the window looks onto a beach – something we could use in Calgary right about now. :)
Nicole Apr 14 2011 - 5:28 pm
Lovin this colour! I would like to curl up on that bench with a book:-) This is giving me inspiration for an outdoor room.
Siobhan Apr 14 2011 - 8:55 pm
This blue is probably my favorite colour – yet I’ve never used it in my home! Something for me to think about.
Shauna Apr 14 2011 - 9:05 pm
Reminds me of the water- a place I crave! This colour is fabulous paired with white and natural materials.
Nyla Apr 14 2011 - 10:34 pm
Thanks everyone for stopping by! It seemed to be a perfect hit of colour for our day here in Calgary :)
Ally Apr 19 2011 - 3:18 pm
Our home (in South Africa) exterior is painted in cobalt blue! :) At first, I thought it was a bit too much – but it grows on ya. We haven’t used much blue inside our home – so definitely something to think about.
Nyla Apr 20 2011 - 3:42 am
Ally! Thank you so much for chiming in all the way from South Africa! Delighted that you would share your thoughts….would love to see a photo of your home :)
SuperStrata Apr 19 2011 - 4:17 pm
Thanks for the post, Nyla! We love blue so much we named our dog Blue!
You are right; adding a splash of color, especially a cobalt blue, can be a great choice for interiors. We recently did a project with a gorgeous tropical hued cobalt ceiling in a hallway running the length of an amazing coastal home in Florida. It emulated the sparkling blue waterways that surrounded the home. Gorgeous, but definitely not for the shy! Pics in Veranda Magazine http://bit.ly/fI7mkX
Thanks again!
Tyra
Nyla Apr 20 2011 - 3:44 am
Love the cobalt ceiling Tyra! Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing your project with me – it’s gorgeous!
Sarah Devaney-O'Neil Apr 20 2011 - 5:45 pm
It really does seem like Blue is the color this year, I see it popping up everywhere! I don’t blame anyone though, while I myself tend to go more for Green or Orange, the cobalt blue really is striking!
Nyla Apr 21 2011 - 2:06 am
I agree Sarah, I’m seeing blue everywhere and loving it! Although orange is another great colour…may just need to blog about that one next! Thanks for stopping by :)