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Wesley Hall’s High Quality and Style
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Wesley Hall’s High Quality and Style

Lynne Bier, principal and lead designer at Home on the Range, attended the Design Bloggers Conference earlier this week and was happy to meet a number of people in the industry. It’s always nice to put a face to a company you do business with, which is exactly what happened when Lynne got to talk to Patrick Bradshaw of Wesley Hall Furniture.

At Home on the Range, we always love how Wesley Hall stays on top of the design industry in terms of quality and style. As described on their company website:

“Over the last 20 years, Wesley Hall has become a key manufacturer in the upper segment of the upholstered furniture market. We attribute our success to an unwavering commitment to providing excellent service, quality, fashion, and value.”

Here are some of our favorite upholstered furniture pieces from Wesley Hall:

They have many beautiful chairs, including these four options:

This swivel fits into smaller spaces but is still really comfortable!

A fun fabric can really change the look of this chair - we love the chair both ways.

Here is a similar style in a solid. It also looks great in leather.

We love the mix of wood and fabric on this fun accent chair.

This sofa has a great transitional frame:

This comes in both a loveseat size and a sofa size

And we love the curve on these ottomans:

Which of these pieces stand out to you?

Working with Architect Joe Patrick Robbins
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Working with Architect Joe Patrick Robbins

Joe Patrick Robbins, AIA exhibits the best qualities of his profession: creativity, innovation, integrity, versatility of design styles, interest in his clients and a professional, yet relaxed relationship with those with whom he works.  Joe is willing to brainstorm solutions on-site in a way that invites the synergy of ideas from the contractors, subcontractors, designers and clients.  I believe this willingness contributes to the overall success of the final project and to the homeowners knowing that they have had significant input into the place they will call home.

Joe has been an inspiration to me over the past 12+ years.  My knowledge of plans, construction details and finishes has grown and matured due to his unfailing patience and willingness to listen to my thoughts and to explain his reasoning behind various selections and decisions.  I have always found Joe to be open to other viewpoints and willing to adapt and change details, unless he feels it impacts the integrity of his vision.  Rather than being a prima donna, Joe is humble about his achievements and jokes about himself.  That is often when the persona of “Jose” comes out!   The “team,” which consists of Joe, the contractor, the clients and me, has had many a laugh during such stressful times as an electric walk-through when the thermometer dipped well below zero, when “Jose” appeared to add levity to the moment.

Joe is more than an architect to his clients, contractors, subcontractors and designers.  He has the wonderful ability to develop a friendship that is much longer lasting than just an architect-client relationship. I feel honored to have worked with Joe as well as his computer guru and amazing detail sidekick, Brian, to help create beautiful homes for more than 15 clients over the course of the past dozen or so years.

Projects that were collaborations between Home on the Range and Joe Patrick Robbins have been featured in a number of publications, including Architectural Digest, Steamboat Pilot, Ski Magazine, At Home in Steamboat Springs Magazine, Colorado Homes & Lifestyles, Mountain Living and Steamboat Magazine. Visit jprarchitecture.com to learn more about Joe Patrick Robbins.

—Lynne Bier, Principal and Lead Designer at Home on the Range

Images: Architecture by Joe Patrick Robbins, AIA

Reclaimed Wood in Contemporary Furniture
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Reclaimed Wood in Contemporary Furniture

You might remember our recent blog on  mountain rustic bathroom design,  http://blog.homeontherangeinteriors.com/featured/mountain-rustic-bathroom-design-inspiration/ illustrating the use of  natural materials and reclaimed wood  in rustic bathrooms .  We have been using reclaimed wood in our designs for the past 15 years, from Old Homestead Ranch style homes to Rustic Contemporary homes.  We are now having fun watching its popularity expand to include contemporary homes all over the country and even all over the world.  From city lofts to Malibu beach front houses to Swiss ski chalets, reclaimed wood is being used for interior finishes, furniture and bathroom vanities.  Part of its current popularity stems from the interest in green design.  Re-purposing is a great way to go green, and mixing steel with reclaimed wood gives the furniture a more industrial look that works well in contemporary design. In this blog we are focusing on the use of reclaimed wood in contemporary furniture design and we hope you enjoy looking at some of our favorite pieces!

The reclaimed wood that’s part of this contemporary bath furniture style vanity we spotted on Houzz is a perfect example of mixing steel and reclaimed wood.

Below, we’ve compiled some beautiful contemporary reclaimed wood furniture that would fit perfectly into rustic design.

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The following three pieces are all from Four Hands:

Tracy Plasma TV Console

Tioga Bed

Orson Coffee Table

And the next two are from Classic Home:

Franklin Four-Door Cabinet

 

Franklin Six-Drawer Cabinet

This coffee table is from a Breckinridge, CO company that makes contemporary pieces from Beetlekill pine. We love that they’re creating something wonderful out of the devastation the beetles caused to Colorado Lodgepole pines.

Coffee Table

 

This reclaimed wood and steel sideboard from Modern Arks would add a great touch to a loft dining area

 

If you’re drawn to any of these pieces, Home on the Range can help you order them for your space.

 

 

Images: 1 via Houzz; 2-4 via Four Hands; 5-6 via Classic Home; 7 via beetlekillblues.com

Using Mirrors in Design
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Using Mirrors in Design

Mirrors can do a lot more than help you get ready in the morning!   Whether we want to open up a space, reflect a gorgeous view or jazz up an accent wall,  we often turn to mirrors for their decorating versatility. Today, we want to show you some great photos illustrating the use of mirrors in design and then you’ll see a few interesting mirrors available through Home on the Range Interiors. Take a look…

An oval mirror is the perfect complement to the mosaic tile in this powder bath. 

Below, a mirror grouping adds an interesting accent to the wall.

The round mirror between two vertical architectural elements adds a nice focal point to this seating area.

Designer Tobi Fairley included a sunburst mirror in this colorful and inviting living room.

Below are four different mirror styles available through Home on the Range Interiors.

The reclaimed wood and sculptural shape of this mirror would add a nice statement to an entry and the scalloped edges of the next two mirrors paired with the metallic finishes would spice up any wall!

If you see something that catches your eye, contact Home on the Range to find out how to order them for your home!

Photos: 1-3 via Houzz; 4 via tobifairley.com; 5-8 Uttermost

They’ve been around for centuries and they are still “what’s hot” today!
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They’ve been around for centuries and they are still “what’s hot” today!

Animal prints may seem like a design trend but our view is that they are a timeless design element!  When you look at at centuries old manor houses in England, chateaux in France and Bavarian hunting lodges, what will you find?  Animal prints and rugs.  Animal prints add an eclectic touch to everything from traditional interiors to cutting edge contemporary design.  Here are some fun illustrations of various ways designers have incorporated animal prints into their rooms.

William Eubanks is known for creating timeless interiors, including this study featured on The Enchanted Home. Note the tiger stripes on the upholstery.

Renowned designer Bunny Williams also uses animal prints, including the leopard print pillows in this living space.

Of course there are many modern uses for animal prints as well. Here are several of our favorite examples:

Tobi Fairley uses animal prints as decorative accents.

We love the use of the zebra hand towel in this powder bath!

This photo shows a fun use of a cowhide juxtaposed with colorful yellow furniture.

The zebra rug makes a huge statement on the floor of this contemporary bathroom.

For help bringing animal prints into your home, contact Home on the Range.

Photos: 1 via theenchantedhome.blogspot.com; 2 via BunnyWilliams.com; via TobiFairley.com; 4-6 via Houzz

Decorating with Whimsy and Humor
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Decorating with Whimsy and Humor

At Home on the Range, we think it’s always fun to bring something unexpected into your interior design. Keeping a sense of humor by adding a whimsical and fun accessory not only creates interest and stimulates conversation, but also stops a room from feeling too predictable. Here are a few products and designs that exemplify this idea…

What could be more funky than using an old tin bucket for a sink?  We had a lot of fun with this bathroom:

Speaking of fun decorating for a Western-style bathroom, look at this great tub we saw on Houzz!

The two photos below are from a teen’s bedroom design by Home on the Range. We placed the zebra on top of the antique hutch as a quirky element; our client already had the zebra, and this seemed like the perfect home for it!

This bench is certainly a unique and fun furnishing.

And we love the humor in these Arteriors lamps!

Contact Home on the Range for help with keeping whimsy and humor in your home decor.

Photos: 1 Interior design by Home on the Range; 2 via Houzz; 3 and 4 Home on the Range; 5 via Houzz; 6 via Arteriors 

Featured Artist: Susan Schiesser
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Featured Artist: Susan Schiesser

As you’ve seen in previous blog posts, at Home on the Range we like to collaborate with wonderful artisans and artists who help add a special touch to the homes we work on .    Susan Schiesser is one of our favorite artists.   Her art works beautifully in our more eclectic and contemporary homes but is versatile enough to transition into more traditional homes as well.

One beautiful piece by Susan is sitting on the fireplace mantel in this warm rustic contemporary  living room.

In this eclectic dining room by Home on the Range, another of Susan’s paintings adds a great splash of color and complements the burnt orange fabric on the Berman Rosetti dining chairs and the colors in the chandelier from Crystal Glass Studios.

As Susan describes on her website, her work often contains influences from nature and the environment, and her style is “contemporary realism.” Here are a few more works by Susan that illustrate the dynamic nature of her art:

"Bali" by Susan Schiesser

"Rainbow Barcelona" by Susan Schiesser

"Passionate Undertow" by Susan Schiesser

Visit susanschiesser.30art.com to find out more about her and to see more of her stunning paintings.

If you’re interested in one-of-a-kind interior design, contact Home on the Range today.

Images: 1-2 Interior design by Home on the Range; 3-5 Works by Susan Shiesser

Featured Artisan: John Gallis
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Featured Artisan: John Gallis

At Home on the Range, we enjoy working with talented artisans to help design unique interiors. We’ve worked with John Gallis of Norseman Designs West on number of projects, and we’re always thrilled with his designs and craftsmanship. John and his team create works of art rather than just furniture pieces.   Each piece  makes a statement in  the homes where we have placed them.

A Home on the Range entryway design with a custom John Gallis table

For a bit of background, the Norseman Designs West website explains:

“John Gallis has been fashioning custom furniture for over 25 years. His heirloom-quality western and rustic pieces have consistently taken honors at the prestigious Western Design Conference and have won numerous other national design awards.”

Every Norseman piece is unique. Here’s a small sampling of his work:

Visit norsemandesignswest.com to learn more about John Gallis.

If you’re interested in personalized interior design for your Western home, contact Home on the Range Interiors.

Images: 1 Interior design by Home on the Range; 2-4 norsemandesignswest.com

Featured Artisan: Greg Grasso
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Featured Artisan: Greg Grasso

As you may remember from previous blog posts, our designers at Home on the Range often work with local artisans to help create unique and personalized interiors for our clients.  One of our favorite artisans is Greg Grasso of Grasso Glass & Stone.  Greg works with a number of natural materials, including a variety of natural stones and kiln-formed glass, in the fabrication of his custom products.  Greg creates everything from glass and stone tiles to glass and stone countertops.

Greg went to art school in Michigan when he was 17, but rock and ice climbing brought him to Colorado to be a guide. He did not let go of his artistic side, and  finds inspiration in both his “experiences in nature and art school.” As Greg explained to us:

“I pursued learning stone to build a place in which I could work with glass. I enjoy stone very much from my experiences with nature, and glass as an opportunity to work in a seemingly other worldly material. My family has been stone cutters for many, many generations from Sicily—not something I knew when I was originally drawn to stone and art as a young person.”

These are just some of pieces from Greg’s beautiful portfolio of work:

We have enjoyed working with Greg on a number of custom homes and love his great can-do attitude, his attention to detail and his creativity.

Contact Home on the Range Interiors if you’re interested in unique interior design that supports local Colorado artisans.

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Featured Artisan: Julie Anderson

Home on the Range designers enjoy creating personalized interiors, and working with local artisans helps us include unique custom details. Julie Anderson of Anderson Ceramic & Design Finishes here in Steamboat Springs, CO enjoys working with an array of materials and mediums in her art, which includes faux finishes, painted murals, ceramics and more. Julie also does American Clay Plaster finishes—a no-VOC, natural pigment clay wall finish made of 70 percent reclaimed material from the marble industry—and her work with Home on the Range includes the installation of two American Clay Plaster jobs.

This is a powder room Julie did for us.

Since Julie’s father is an artist as well, it’s no surprise she enjoyed a plethora of art supplies and encouragement growing up. Much of her work is inspired by nature and science, and, as she explained to us:

“My work is often crisply detailed, contrasting organic forms with geometric forms and inspired by classical design with a contemporary twist. With wall finishes, I pay a great deal of attention to making my walls appear very random, natural and visibly soft, but at the same time providing some drama to a space. I prefer muted, earthy tones, but occasionally I find that bright colors can be used wisely and playfully in certain situations.”

Her aesthetic goes well with the range of styles we achieve at Home on the Range, and of course we appreciate her attention to detail! Take a look at more of her beautiful work:

Julie paints a mural of a heron with rocks below it.

Julie trowel-compresses American Clay plaster on a powder room ceiling.

A hand-carved wheel-thrown ceramic sink by Julie Anderson

A hand-carved ceramic fern mural—with a kiln-formed glass inset by Greg Grasso—in a Steamboat wine cellar

Visit Julie’s website, julieandersonceramics.com, to learn more about her and see more of her work. If you’re interested in interior design that incorporates custom artistic works and finishes, contact us at Home on the Range.

Photos: 1 by Tim Murphy Photography; 2-5 courtesy of Julie Anderson

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