It’s not a secret that I enjoy styling and restyling, arranging and rearranging my home. There is nothing I love more than applying a new lens to an old formula and exploring a space with a fresh perspective. But sometimes inspiration just doesn’t come and oftentimes I too get trapped in a formulaic styling rut—and I know I’m not alone in that sentiment.
Case in point, the entryway vignette at the bottom of the stairs in my Brooklyn townhouse. It has always remained the same or a similar version of itself for years. No doubt pretty, but often in order to breathe new life into a space we need to wipe the slate clean! So, I thought I’d share my process for how I recently reimagined it.
As you know I love to distill and dissect the creative process so watch the video below to see it in action, then shop the look.
Green might seem brave but this deeper forest hue blends seamlessly with neutrals and adds that pop you're craving without overwhelming the space.
Nothing beats the natural patina of an antique stool. It injects instant warmth and soul.
Sculptural beauties on their own but they also double as a vase—bonus!
Add a floor lamp to shine a light on your vignette.
Collect unique objects and shapes to add visual interest and a playful touch to your side table.
Marble will always have our hearts for its unique natural beauty that cannot be replicated.
Marble side tables are already a decorative object on their own—anything else is icing on the cake!
This simple bowl reminds us of the age old rule: the magic is in the details. The striking contrast of color, textural finish, and sculptural shape provide an elegant simplicity to any space.
The curved lines of this velvet beauty offer an eye-catching perspective.
The statement hue was the perfect complement to my sculptural stairway.
This hand carved, rustic wooden dough bowl adds a textural touch to your arrangement.
Crafted from aluminum with a blackened zinc finish, this sculpture is the visual interest your vignette needs.
Fill these playful ceramic vases with greenery, clippings, or dried branches to infuse a hint of whimsy to your decorative styling.
Most of the walls in my Brooklyn townhouse are the warm Wevet hue by Farrow & Ball.
Style these beautiful decorative beads spilling out of an antique dough bowl or marble tray.
Reclaimed teak root and black resin come together in this striking bowl that's ready for display.
This hand carving serves double duty as a decorative object or a small catch-all. It's the perfect addition to any coffee or side table vignette.
Side table or decorative object? How about both? This hardwood beauty is the perfect complement to a club chair in the corner.
Made from the finest Viola Calacatta marble, this catchall is a just as practical as she is pretty.
Add a modern twist to your coffee table setup with this organic shape.
Comfortable, chic, and at an affordable price, too.
If you have a sweet spot like for anything 50s or 60s Italian, then you'll love this raw, red marble ashtray, too.
Always mix vintage with new for that irresistible high low fusion.
Inspired by the beautiful work of Arps and other modernist sculptors, this decorative piece will attract the eye and engage the senses.
This late 20th century carving is the perfect addition to any modern, minimalist setting.
Add verticality to your arrangement with varying heights that engage the eye.
Nothing adds warmth and emotion to a room more than a candle burning.
