New Patterns From Porter Teleo

One of my favorite wallcovering companies, Porter Teleo (previously here) who make exquisite handmade and hand painted products, has several exciting new patterns to choose from!

Inspired by a walk in the South of France, AMITIÉ is a large scale botanical print that features branches adorned with abstracted blossoms of alpine rose, orange blossoms, and silver wattle. It comes in three colorways: Argent, Bleu, and Copper.

The sinuous forms of ECHO reference the wire sculptures of Ruth Asawa. Available in four colorways: Blush, Copper, Polished Bronze, and Zinc.

Representing human touch, botanical life, dreams, and the essence of artistic composition, the symbols of SIGNATURE reference the origins of Porter Teleo and the brand's core values of humanity, nature, and aesthetic individualism. In Cadmium, Creme, Noir, and Verdatre.

And finally, IN THE WILD is a striking, complicated pattern reminiscent of dynamic flowers, leaf-like abstractions, oversized shells, and curiously playful shapes which comes in Brown Umber, Cadmium Red, Graphite, and Ultramarine.

If you're interested in discovering these or any of the other beautiful Porter Teleo patterns, reach out to me so we can craft a magical, artistic environment together.

Happy designing!

New Patterns From Porter Teleo!

I have been enchanted by the glorious handmade, handpainted wallcoverings made by Porter Teleo for many years now. And they have introduced three new patterns that are just as gorgeous as their classics.

Emergence is a pattern of soft water lily leaves. Porter Teleo describes it: "This pattern draws inspiration from the profound symbolism of water lilies in Buddhism and Hinduism, where they represent spiritual rebirth. The large-scale botanical subjects highlight the fascinating structural beauty of lily pads that allows their leaves to float gracefully on water, presenting a unique blend of abstraction and mathematical precision."

In four colorways: Platinum, Argent, Lilac, and Charcoal.

Emergence in Platinum installation

Emergence in Platinum detail

Emergence in Argent installation

Emergence in Argent detail

Emergence in Lilac installation

Emergence in Lilac detail

Emergence in Charcoal installation

Emergence in Charcoal detail

Next is an origami-like pattern called Kimono. "The juxtaposition of the natural, mottled backgrounds and the bright, metallic linework creates a crisp, modern all-over pattern. This striking contrast pays homage to the meticulous craftsmanship of kimonos, celebrating the thoughtful selection of materials for their distinct qualities."

In four colorways: Copper, Gold, Pale, and Pewter.

Kimono in Copper installation

Kimono in Copper detail

Kimono in Gold installation

Kimono in Gold detail

Kimono in Pale installation

Kimono in Pale detail

Kimono in Pewter installation

Kimono in Pewter detail

I am most excited about Mariposa, inspired by the line work found on the wings of butterflies. "MARIPOSA’s muralistic composition is an exaggerated and zoomed-in interpretation of the beauty found all around us in nature." I am in love with the shapes of this one.

In four colorways: Argent, Bleu Pale, Mauve, and Verdatre.

Mariposa in Argent installation

Mariposa in Argent detail

Mariposa in Bleu Pale installation

Mariposa in Bleu Pale detail

Mariposa in Mauve installation

Mariposa in Mauve detail

Mariposa in Verdatre installation

Mariposa in Verdatre detail

If you love the exquisite products from Porter Teleo like I do, give me a call. I am sure we can find a wall for one of these beauties!

Happy designing!

An English-French Manor-Style Remodel by Fiorito Interior Design

It is sometimes a surprise what beauty can lurk under the surface of a room. A client with a 1970s kitchen and eat-in area cut up by an unwieldy peninsula was desperate for it to reflect her love of all things English-and-French-Manor-Home.

Working closely with my client, we removed the peninsula in favor of a lovely free-standing island that we painted a shade of French Blue. This is topped with Old World sink hardware (note the ceramic HOT and COLD medallions on the faucets!) and a gorgeous marble counter with a very special edge profile that evokes an antique French Boulangerie counter from the 1910s. Pendants with patinaed metal shades over the island further the charming Old World feel. Handmade white and blue tiles laid in a quilted diamond pattern cover the backsplash, and the remainder of the cabinetry at the perimeter is in a warm cream tone.

The eat-in area near the fireplace got a cozy treatment with custom seat cushions and window seat bench cushions in a classic blue-and-white Toile de Jouy matching the island stools.

The nearby living room got a similar treatment. We removed dark wood paneling and dark carpeting in favor of a light sky blue wall and lighter wood flooring. A new rug with the appearance of an heirloom, a new grand-scaled sofa, and some of my client’s precious antiques helped take the room from 70s rec room to English Sitting Room.

All photos by Bernardo Grijalva.

Happy designing!