GRIFFIN HOUGHTON DESIGNER PICKS
At the start of every year, the design world kicks things off with trend predictions - what's in and what's out. Over here at Griffin Houghton we don’t pay too much attention to these forecasts, but instead, we like to lean on our collective viewpoints and share (at our weekly meetings) what we're seeing out there that we like and what we don’t. They're usually pretty lively discussions as we debate everything from colour combinations, styles of furniture, millwork details, pattern mixing and so on...
We thought you might like to see what we're loving these days. So, each designer on the team has pulled together four things to demonstrate just how diverse (and lively!) our discussions can get, but to also show you how well our team gels.
EMILY’S PICKS
PATTERNED CHINA. I'm dying to replace my quiet, creamy beige plates at home for one of these seriously fun dinnerware sets.
BURNISHED BRASS. While the debate rages over what finish is 'de rigour' these days, I am seriously digging burnished brass, especially for cottage projects.
PATTERNED FLOOR TILES. They have never been “out” but we are seeing way more of them on social media of late and I couldn't be more thrilled. Patterned tiles always take me back to my travels.
MUSTARD AND GREEN. I’m currently loving the rich colour combination of mustard when paired with forest green. This gorgeous fabric from Pollack, called Pomegranate, is just bonkers beautiful.
STEPH’S PICKS
COLOUR DRENCHED MILLWORK. A perfect way to inject colour into a room or hallway and it feels oh-so-very British and cozy.
THE ARTFUL MIX. There is nothing quite like the mix of antiques when paired with modern or contemporary pieces.
SHOW ME THE GRAIN. I'm a sucker for the character and authenticity of a plain sawn white oak, or the beautiful grain of walnut. Also, I love the fact that darker woods are back in.
WHIMSY REIGNS. Pieces with a little quirk, whimsy, colour or an interesting shape, always catch my eye. I'm also a bit obsessed with hunting down art in my spare time - a recent find is Isabella Cotier’s illustrative work (you can tell she has a fashion background).
CANDACE’S PICKS
PAINTED FURNITURE. There's nothing quite like the drama of a painted furniture piece. I love the bold and handmade touch it adds to a room.
OXBLOOD, OXBLOOD, OXBLOOD. It's definitely 'trending' right now, but regardless, I'm seriously crushing on this colour.
SOFA TOPPERS. I'm loving these French-mattress-style sofa toppers I've been seeing lately - such a great way to switch things up, add some colour and coziness, and most importantly, add a layer of protection from the dog!
SMALL BUT MIGHTY LIGHTING. Lately I've been really drawn to smaller, flush mount lights or unusual sconces, as opposed to large scale statement lighting. Less is more, as they say.
SAMANTHA’S PICKS
STATEMENT CEILINGS. I love a fresh white wall with a pop on top - a statement ceiling versus a statement wall.
PLAYFUL SINKS. I love them in a more serious space for that unexpected moment. Extra points if they're in a fun colour.
TWO TONED SOFAS. Two toned sofas/chairs, where the pillows are upholstered in a different fabric than the base, has totally got me excited to try in one of my projects!
METAL FURNITURE. I'm keen on incorporating metal furniture /decor into some of the spaces I design this year. I always find metal creates an interesting juxtaposition with other softer finishes and adds another unexpected texture to a room.
We believe what makes a thriving design studio is one that embraces different points of view, but we also believe that in order for a design studio to be successful, there should be some common threads that weave through all the work. At Griffin Houghton, colour will always reign supreme, playing it safe is not in our DNA, and we pride ourselves on creating unexpected homes that stand the test of time.
We hope you got a little bit inspired by our picks. Happy New Year y'all (is it too late to still say this??).
Image Credits:
Emily: 1. Coffret Plate by Studio464 , Righe Plate by Casa Cabana, Oriente Italiano by Ginori1735; 2. Unknown faucet design, Studio Peake designed bathroom; 3. Touareg Tile by Tabarka, Unknown tile, Unknown tile; 4. Pomegranate Fabric by Pollack, DeVol Kitchen.
Steph: 1. Living room by Zoe Feldman Design, Red Entryway by Bryan Graybill - Photograph by Eric Piasecki; 2. Living Room by Zoe Feldman Design - Photograph by Stacy Zarin Goldberg ; 3. Lenox House Project by Bunsa Studio, AI assisted design by Melanie Jade Design; 4. Illustrations by Isabella Cotier, Rockin Robin Light Collection by Kit Kemp for Porta Romana, Squiggle Console by CAM Design, Tangier Lampshades by Alice Palmer.
Candace: 1. Painted Bed photo from House&Gardens - Photograph by Rachel Whiting, Painted Dresser Neal Beckstedt Design - Photograph by Stephen Kent Johnson; 2. Tung JA3 Side Table by Mjolk, Vintage Suzani Pillows Unknown Designer; 3. Hand Dyed Sofa Topper by Tensira, Plumeria French Mattress photo from indabatrading.com, Raana sofa cover from Caravane.com; 4. Capse Flush Mount by Urban Electric, Ancora Sconce by O&G, Alek Wall Sconce by Lostine.
Samantha: 1. Designers Tali Roth and Tina Rich's Office Space Photographer Unknown, Dining Room Designer Unknown - Photograph by Stephen Kent Johnson; 2. Brass Sink from etsy.com, Green Sink from watermonopoly.com, Elizabeth Metcalf Design Bathroom - Photograph by 2spacephoto; 3. Blue Sofa by Howe London, Perch Slipper Chair by Nicola Harding & Co, Kalon Studios x Reath Design Sofa; 4. Charlotte Barnes Design Bedroom - Photograph by ChiChi Ubiña, Vintage Assortment of Iron Furniture via 1stdibs.com.
Contact us for all your design needs at studio@griffinhoughton.com
We would love to help.
