Minor Obsession: Black Beauty Table

We got back from our little road trip late Thursday evening.  We had a great time; I can't believe how beautiful Oregon and Washington are.  I mean gorgeous. Ridiculously beautiful.  Everywhere we looked it was green; such a far cry from the desert!  Of course, the trip was made even better because we got to visit with good friends.  And shop without tax. That was a pretty beautiful thing too.
So one of the things I came home to was the delivery of the new rug for my formal living room.  I actually don't want it to be really formal, so at Rebecca's suggestion, I got a zebra print rug to add a little fun to the space.  I also came back to the new Traditional Home magazine.  There was an article on the O'More Show House, where 17 designers worked on spaces.  My favorite was a table in the breakfast room done by Jonathon Savage.

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Isn't that space gorgeous? I am so in love with that table! And ever since Rebecca suggested I get a round table for my kitchen area, I have been obsessed!  I absolutely love the detail on this table.

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Look at the detail on that table.  It is by Bunny Williams, and it is available through Jonathan Savage, who sells  pieces that he uses in his designs.

Buy it here.

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So, so, so beautiful, isn't it? And so affordable at only $4,800.  What a steal, huh?!  That Bunny Williams knows her stuff. Hope you're all having a great weekend!

The Legendary Bunny Williams

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When I look at a room decorated by Bunny Williams, I see a space that is complex; it is layered and purposeful, but never overdone.  There seems to be an overriding traditional style, sometimes it is even very formal but the genius comes in how she is able to sprinkle in "odd" or unique pieces to add  playfulness and livability.  Something else that I have noticed is her play on the unexpected mix of decor we are used to, for example:  the photo below is of an outdoor garden patio.  We usual think of the patio as a casual spot to entertain, but look what she did!  She turned it into a formal space which makes it ironic and fun.  The same goes for the bathroom below.  The artwork and chandelier look as though they belong in a formal living or dining room, but are just as beautiful and appreciated in the bathroom.

Formal garden dining room. Completely amazing.

Bathroom or dining room?

How is it possible to create a room of formal, traditional elements that still feels so homey?

Just look at this living room.  At first glance it looks formal and traditional, but notice how the furniture is placed.  Books are stacked, occasional tables are numerous and there is a sense of ease and "kick your feet up" warmth.

Stuffy? No. Rich? Absolutely
 Look at this mix:  Library/ intimate breakfast table.  After all, most of us don't live in homes with rooms that designate use.  We do many things in the same room.

Comfortable, traditional, unique.

   How do such complex spaces seem so harmonious and natural?  Well, my hope is that if I look at these pictures long enough, Bunny Williams talent will rub off on me....I can dream can't I?

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