A fresh take on a centuries old technique, stenciling is not just for walls and boarders anymore. Use of bold patterns and colors can turn a drab piece of furniture into a coveted family heirloom. Utilizing a fun design on a headboard wall instantly dresses us a Master Bedroom. The options are endless and we are taking full advantage of this design option for our clients!

Use stencil on a fireplace instead of tile or stone

Use stencil design on an antique piece of furniture

Stenciling on this headboard wall instantly transforms this Master Bedroom

Brighten up a staircase with bold colors and patterns

Don't stop at just the walls- your ceiling needs attention too!

Combining fancy hotels with one-of-a-kind chocolate travel experiences is nothing new but, Hotel Chocolat furthers the notion in fine style, with upscale accommodations and interactive experiences providing a unique window into how chocolate gets made. Specifically, the rare St. Lucia cocoa is grown at Rabot Estate, a 140-acre plantation located in the shadow of the Grand Pitons that dates back to 1745. Hotel Chocolat (the chocolatier) purchased the estate (the oldest in St. Lucia) in 2006, becoming the only UK company to have its very own cocoa plantation. In December 2010, they opened the hotel on the very same spot.

Pics from around the property

The property invites you to work the cocoa harvest, which takes place between November and April – the exact months most of need to escape the cold and snow! Local experts working alongside you share their knowledge for what makes the best cacao, how best to harvest it, how it becomes world-class chocolate and the history of the plantation, providing a unique culinary/cultural travel experience. The trails crisscrossing the plantation’s 140 acres and the nearby Pitons provide ample hiking opportunities. Rabot Estate is also home to guava, mango, banana, papaya, soursop, breadfruit trees.

Grounds surounding The Hotel Chocolat

Pool at The Hotel Chocolat

We were fortunate enough to have dinner at the hotel’s restaurant which naturally features Cacao Cuisine. Boucan Restaurant inventive gourmet menu items which were delicious. My husband had duck breast with dark chocolate sauce and I had a mixed vegetable salad with white chocolate dressing!  Our private cottage featured contemporary West Indian design, luxury amenities, and private outdoor showers in a setting that’s pure heaven to chocolate lovers.

Food at the Boucan Restaurant at The Hotel Chocolat

View of the Pitons at the Boucon Restaurant

Our suite at The Hotel Chocolat

We had such a wonderful time and experience and can’t wait to make the trek back next time I need my chocolate fix!

Wikipedia defines Mid-Century modern as an architectural, interior, product and graphic design that generally describes mid-20th century developments in modern design, architecture, and urban development from roughly 1933 to 1965.

We recognize that classic pieces from decades ago can blend seamlessly into today’s modern family home. Here are some of our favorite tips for achieving a Mid-Century Modern design that are straight-forward to frame, handsome visually, and cost-effective.

Mid Century Modern Kitchen

Don’t overdo it: “Keeping everything simple and natural makes the space more warm and comfortable.  Furniture pieces with clean, simple lines create a harmonious tone in your place.

Mid Century Natural Wood Tones

Keep the surfaces of the objects natural – If you feel like giving your home and overhaul, you first need to know how to make it more warm and efficient. Keeping the surfaces in your home natural (the same as the material they are made of) saves your money and gives the home a clean, natural look.

Mid Century Modern Furniture

Furniture and accessories can add the flavor your room needs – You do not need to bring in an abundance of extra embellishments to create the look. A few pieces of well-chosen furniture and some simple accessories will pull it off. It is up to you and your budget whether you choose vintage or reproduction furniture. By blending new pieces with old, and choosing carefully when shopping, you can stay well within your budget and still get the look you want.

Mid Century modern colors

Choose pale colors for your walls – Think muted when choosing colors to create the mid-century look. There are lots of cool, pale color ways to create this style in your bedroom. The earthy warm palette includes dusty greens, dirty yellows, strong blues, black, white and rust. There are lots of cool, pale color ways in this look. These colors are beautiful with well-oiled wooden furniture. Pick woody tones for your chairs and tables, or keep the wooden furniture natural.

Fun Mid Century

Finally, the most important part of Mid- Century design is to make sure that you have fun with it. Get bold with mixing patterns and textures. At Red Egg we believe that homes should reflect those that inhabit them- the quirkier the better!

To quote Southwest Style Magazine “An ability to forecast local trends and to marry them with a rich selection of new and old from Europe and the United States has resulted in one of the widest followings of  customers in the industry”.

We are especially looking forward to use their new upholstered outdoor furniture for future projects.

Outdoor Dining Pavilion

Wing Outdoor Seating Collection

Zinc Table with Outdoor Upholstered Dining Chairs

Antique Wall Panels

The rug is made of wool from Tibetan sheep and hand knotted in Kathmandu, Nepal, by skilled weavers.

Rug adds a touch of whimsy to this Mid-Century Dining Room.

Family Room

Made a Traditional space more Modern with the Swirl Rug.

Brighten up an all white Bedroom.

Very bold application as a stair runner

Besides the eclectic mix of the decor finishes, our favorite part of this hotel was the Library Lounge. The space is a fully curated, two-level library which is connected by an original spiral staircase imported from the South of France.

Library Bar and Lounge- NoMad NYV

Fireplace inside NoMad NYC

Parlor Dining Room- NoMad NYC

Guest Sutie- NoMad NYC

Roof Top View- NoMad NYC

Here are some furniture pieces that you may find on your next trip to Modern Manor.

Adrian Pearsall Sofa

Eames Lounge Chair

George Nelson Desk

Leather Luna Chairs

Warren Planter Coffee Table

Reception Desk

Welcoming you into this mix of glass, steel and concrete is a back-lit curved reception desk. Onyx plays a great part in the lighting of this space.

Lobby

All of the rooms in this hotel look down onto the lobby which is lit from below at night.

Guest Room

Warm rich interiors set the theme for each and every guest room.

Art Gallery

We were most surprised by the choice of art in this hotel. Urban Hotel had a gallery full of ancient Egyptian art. It was such a contrast to the architecture and yet, it worked beautifully.

Kitchen Inspiration

We started with the idea of a two toned kitchen. By bringing in different cabinet colors a more contemporary feel is instantly achieved. Coordinating materials and finishes to complement this look are endless. Here is where some “pops” of shine and modern can come in to play.

Backsplash Sketch

A sketch is necessary to figure out how the tile design will lay out. Incorporating some glass tile and bronze accents will accent the cabinet colors and finishes.

Kitchen Finishes

While picking finishes it is helpful to lay all selections together to make sure they coordinate. Our travertine finish is the re-occurring element that ties all of these pieces together.

Light Fixture Inspiration

Light fixtures are a great way to add personality and style to the space. This one has the bronze elements that we are looking for and the contemporary twist.

Cabinet Hardware

Accenting the cabinets with unique hardware is a must. Here are the unique pulls and knobs that we are proposing.

Fingers crossed this project continues to run as smoothly as it has thus far. Progress photos will be uploaded shortly!