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Our Top 6 Cabinet Design Picks that Balance Form & Function

Our Top 6 Cabinet Design Picks that Balance Form & Function

by | May 25, 2022 | Interior Design Tips, Marshall Ave, Monte Lindo, Montevista, Silverleaf

Our Top 6 Cabinet Design Picks that Balance Form & Function

If you’ve been keeping up with Living With Lolo for a while, you’d know how much we love balancing beauty and function. Keep reading to discover a few of our top cabinet designs!

 

Stylish Decorative Office Cabinet Designs

As the owner of a local real estate brokerage, the client from our Monte Lindo Project needed a dedicated space to dive into his craft in the comfort of his own home. Because we recognize how important it is to be inspired by the interiors around you, we filled the home office with masculine elements like this stunning iron cabinet with an antique gunmetal finish. The glass doors made it perfect for displaying timeless home decor and treasured items.

Functional Arched Metal Cabinet

We love incorporating unique shapes into our clients’ interior design projects for added interest. This metal cabinet’s arched structure and stark contrast was the perfect design statement to include in our Fanfol Project’s mid-century modern home.

 

Rattan Cabinets are Perfect for Storage and Staging

Here’s a statement piece you’re going to want to weave into your interiors ASAP! In our Montevista Project, we incorporated a large rattan cabinet to serve as the focal point for this room. The near-opaque cabinet doors made it the perfect space for hiding not-so-glamourous household goods. Plus, our clients couldn’t get enough of the soft, textural twist this modern piece added to the room!

 

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Beauty, Form, and Function Meet in this Light Wood Entryway Cabinet Design

Your entryway sets the tone for your entire home, so it’s important to make a strong first impression for your guests. In the entryway of our Mashall Ave Project, we styled this stunning wooden cabinet. Warm and light in color and filled with impressive details, this piece instantly draws and welcome guests in.

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Black Fluted Cabinet for Bar or Dining

Upgrade your bar cart to the next level with this fluted cabinet. Comprised of subtle yet striking details, this piece in our Calle de Pompas Project is perfect for storing all of our wine and dine needs in style. We styled this wooden bar in the dining room of our client’s home to not only fill in wall space but also ensure convenient access.

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Stunning Acrylic Bar Cabinets

In our Silverleaf Project, we added an acrylic bar, perfect for housing our clients’ entertainment needs. Whether it’s their favorite aged wine or go-to game to pull out when guests arrive, an opaque cabinet setup like this one is designed to support all of their storage needs.

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We hope this blog post helped you gain some inspiration on how you can incorporate cabinetry into your home! For more design trends, tips, and project reveals, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram

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Project Reveal: Fanfol Pt 1 • Paradise Valley, AZ • Interior Design

Project Reveal: Fanfol Pt 1 • Paradise Valley, AZ • Interior Design

by | May 6, 2022 | Fanfol, Interior Design Project Reveal, Paradise Valley Interior Design

Project Reveal: Fanfol Pt 1


For the past few months, we’ve been sharing sneak peeks on social of our latest Paradise Valley remodel project. We are so excited to finally begin unveiling this project’s full reveal on our blog. Read on to explore our Fanfol Project!

A Entrance Worth a “Wow”

At Living With Lolo, we know how to make a grand entrance. Upon entering the home, we aimed to draw attention to the interior’s high ceilings and architectural detail by adding black paint for contrast. To further draw the eye upward, we added a stunning chandelier with brass detailing and crystal-looking pieces made out of alabaster. We can’t get over the “wow” factor it added to this space!

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For the remainder of the entryway, we stuck with a neutral palette and styled a black and white rug, custom upholstered bench, and a console cabinet. This cabinet balances beautiful and functional as its storage is perfect for items that our clients can quickly grab as they head out the door.

On top of the console cabinet, we styled two abstract, brass mirrors, which we opted to hang from the wall on one side and rest on the table on the other. In the reflection of the mirror, you’ll notice a beautiful textural piece we ordered. Handmade with wool, this detail goes down as one of our favorites we styled in this home.

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Incorporate Shapes for Added Design Interest

Whether it’s an arched cabinet, mirror, or circular side table, we love incorporating unique shapes into our client projects for added interest. Adjacent to the custom, upholstered sectional topped with custom pillows, we styled a stunning circular side table made out of shag green and marble. Peeking out from behind the sofa is a stunning, arched glass cabinet, perfect for displaying treasured items and luxe details.

 

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For the interior’s centerpiece, we added a custom wood and glass coffee table that mirrors the circular structure of the nearby side table. To complement the neutral pieces throughout the space, we added neutral artwork and hand-finished leather chairs filled with design-forward details.

 

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The Mid-Century Modern Dining Room

Outfitting the large black table in this project’s dining space, we added ten mid-century modern leather chairs. We can’t get over how beautifully sculpted the oak frames and float-like cushions look!

 

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Reminiscent of the brass and crystal-like chandelier in the home’s entryway, we also added two flush mount fixtures made of brass and crystal above the dining table. Wouldn’t you like to be invited to a dinner party in this space?

 

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Behind the dining table, we included a cane and wood sideboard just below custom floating shelves, which we styled with neutral accessories and artwork. 

 

Don’t Forget the Backyard

Is there anything better than a summer getaway in your own backyard? We furnished our clients’ outdoor area by adding a cement dining table and metal chairs with custom rope detailing. When selecting this furniture, we made it a priority to ensure the pieces would be long-lasting and durable enough to withstand the Arizona climate.

 

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We hope you enjoyed part one of our Fanfol Project reveal! Follow us on Instagram and subscribe to our newsletter to be notified once part two is live.

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An Interior Designer’s 5 Favorite Kinds of Greenery & Faux Plants

An Interior Designer’s 5 Favorite Kinds of Greenery & Faux Plants

by | Apr 29, 2022 | Black Rock Trail, Fanfol, Interior Design Tips, Paradise Valley Interior Design

An Interior Designers 5 Favorite Kinds of Greenery & Faux Plants

There’s no better way to bring life into your home this Spring than with greenery and faux plants. Historically signifying nobility and status, house plants are now a common and timeless piece for adding delightful, positive energy to any abode. Read on to discover 5 of our favorite plants to incorporate into our clients’ homes!

Use a Cactus to Bring the Outdoors in, Especially in Phoenix Design

As an Arizona-based interior design firm, we love bringing the outdoors in with cacti. Available in various sizes and heights, these versatile plants can be styled on a small shelf or planted in a floor planter to maximize space in interiors with tall ceilings. In our Black Rock Project’s entryway, we added a faux cacti to fill in the wall space next to the bench and artwork.



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Olive Trees Create Peace & Harmony

Symbolizing peace and harmony, we love curating serene spaces with olive trees. Investing in a realistic-looking, higher-end faux plant is key to fooling the eye of those with even the greenest of thumbs. In our Fanfol Project, we filled the corner of the large living space with this 7-foot faux olive tree from Crate and Barrel. To further personalize the plant for our space and add a dash of contrast, we planted the tree in a black, circular planter.

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Vases with Stems

If you’ve been following us for a while, you’d know that vases are one of our favorite accessories to style on top of cabinets and console tables. You can take your tablescape a step further by adding real or faux branches to the vases. McGee & Co. is one of our favorite shops for sourcing dainty and delightful greenery like this! We recommend bending and fluffing the branches for an extra realistic look.

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A Snake Plant is Perfect the Not-So Green Thumb

Don’t have a green thumb or aren’t in love with the look of faux plants? You’re in luck: snake plants are incredibly low maintenance and require little care in order to flourish. With the ability to survive in low light levels and without fresh water for 2-8 weeks, these eye-catching plants are perfect for incorporating authentic color into your home with ease.

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Brighten and Fill Large Space with a Fig Tree

Symbolizing prosperity and wellbeing, fig trees are another great option for maximizing space in larger interiors. We love how the lush leaves can help brighten and liven up any space. In our Fanfol Project, we opted to style it in a wicker basket for a more natural, boho feel.

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We hope you found this blog post helpful in learning more about how to incorporate greenery and faux plants into your home. For more design trends, tips, and project reveals, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram.

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Rattan: A New Design Trend to Weave Into Your Interiors

Rattan: A New Design Trend to Weave Into Your Interiors

by | Apr 19, 2022 | Cave Creek Interior Design, Fairway, Fanfol, Interior Design Tips, Montevista, Paradise Valley Interior Design, Scottsdale Interior Design Projects

Today we’re sharing a design trend that you’re going to want to weave into your interiors ASAP. Dating back in popularity for centuries, rattan is a natural material commonly woven into wicker. Formerly used to accessorize a home’s outdoor areas, rattan is now making it’s way inside and we can’t help but swoon over the organic and serene feel it adds to a room. Read on for four ways to incorporate this trending texture into your home!

 

Rattan Furniture

One way we’ve been incorporating rattan into recent client projects is through furniture. In our Montevista Project, we incorporated a large rattan cabinet to serve as the focal point for this room. Our clients couldn’t get enough of the soft, textural twist this modern piece added to the space!

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Rattan Accessories

If you’re not convinced you love rattan enough to commit to investing in large furniture pieces, try incorporating pops of this material into your home through accessories! Whether styled on a shelf or hung on a wall, small details, like this storage box, are perfect for bringing a touch of warmth and texture into any space.

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Rattan Seating

In the heart of our Ironwood Project’s kitchen, we incorporated counter stools with rattan on the back rest. Subtle yet striking, this detail brought a refreshed and modern take on retro into the space. We love how it tied together the neutral tones incorporated throughout the surrounding kitchen!

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Rattan Lighting

Though commonly woven into wicker, rattan is a versatile material that does not always have to be. Consider incorporating the material into your home as lighting! We styled this strong and durable vine in our Fairway Project’s family room as an intricate and modern light fixture. Chandeliers are like the jewelry of your home, and we love how this unique fixture instantly draws guests in.

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We hope you found this blog post helpful in learning more about how to incorporate rattan into your home. For more design trends, tips, and project reveals, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram.

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Project Reveal: Montevista Pt 2 • Cave Creek, AZ • Interior Design

Project Reveal: Montevista Pt 2 • Cave Creek, AZ • Interior Design

by | Apr 4, 2022 | Cave Creek Interior Design, Interior Design Project Reveal, Montevista

Project Reveal: Montevista Pt 2

Last month on the blog, we shared a peek inside a flip property we purchased in need of a modern makeover. One of our most-complimented design projects to date, we couldn’t be more excited to share the remainder of this re-imagined, contemporary Cave Creek home!

 

A Refreshed Kitchen

Starting off in the heart of the home, there were a few updates needed to elevate the look of the kitchen. We started by giving the cabinets a fresh coat of paint and swapping out the outdated crown molding for something with a more modern profile.

Next, we wanted to maximize the space on the island. Originally containing two levels with a bar top, we leveled it to one surface and re-used old cabinets as photo doors on the face of the island to make it look larger. To further refresh the space, we added a new backsplash, countertops, and beautiful globe pendants.

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Right off the kitchen, guests are greeted by the breakfast nook, which was originally separated from the family room by a bar that we opted to remove for an open concept. For styling, we added this beautiful table, light fixture, custom Roman shade, and, of course, black chairs for contrast.

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Back in the kitchen, we swapped the built-in hood that came with the home for one that was more contemporary. We also opted to bring the new backsplash up to the top of the hood to elongate the look of the space.

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Make an Entrance with this Modern Dining Space

At Living With Lolo, we know how to make an entrance. This modern dining space welcomes guests immediately upon entering the home. To maximize wall space, we added a stunningly detailed, wooden sideboard and hung custom art just above. Filling in the remaining space we styled a dining table, chairs, and a modern-retro chandelier.

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Right off the dining room is this sitting room. Because guests walk into one large room upon entering this house, we were intentional in giving each space its own feel by adding a unique light fixture to each.

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For styling, we added a rug, coffee table, customer drapery, and chairs with blue clay fabric. Because you know we love balancing beauty with functionality, we also added this stunning rattan cabinet, perfect for hiding not-so-glamourous household goods.

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A Sophisticated Primary Bedroom

This project’s primary bedroom had these gorgeous, large bay windows. To give the space purpose in the bedroom, we added a chaise, concrete side table, and custom drapery. We love how sophisticated and inviting this corner turned out!

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Similar to this space’s family room, the primary bedroom also had an oddly placed window that we wanted to remove. To improve functionality of the space and create more area to work with, we applied an opaque film to the window that we then drywalled over. For a point of interest and unique detailing, we lastly added a grass cloth wallpaper over top. Next, to fill the interior, we added several large furnishings, including an upholstered bed, chests (as opposed to nightstands to maximize wall space), and simple yet striking lamps.

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We hope you love this project’s transformation as much as we do! Interested in working with us on your next project? Click here to send us a note about your project!

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